Author Archives: Section222

“Strategy” With the Rotation: Dusty and His Staff Have Some Interesting Options in the First Two Weeks

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Section222

Although it doesn’t sound like it’s official yet, Dusty seems to have decided that Max will pitch on Opening Day against the Braves in Atlanta, and Stras will get the home opener on April 7 against the Marlins.  That means Gio … Continue reading →

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The Final 18 game recap of 2015 by Section222

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Section222

  A Season Lost — 18 games at a time And now for the final 18-gamer.  Why did I ever sign up for this gig? Well, I guess it’s because looking at the season in 18-game chunks provides some interesting … Continue reading →

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Mantle & Mays fast forward 50 years to Harper & Trout

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Section222

In a comment yesterday, senators69 provided a link to a fascinating compilation of the top 10 players each year measured by bWAR, and noted the comparison between current stars Mike Trout and Bryce Harper and the biggest stars from the … Continue reading →

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18 Game Set Analysis

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Section222

Section 222 on August 28, 2015 at 10:31 am Good for Joe Ross.  A bright spot in a disappointing season. The Nats have now completed 126 games. That’s seven of the nine 18-game sets in the season. They’ve had two really bad … Continue reading →

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