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This NL Weekend Series Matchup column previews one four-game series and seven three-game series.
The following analysis was compiled with the most up-to-date pitching info available, but circumstances can change, so refer to the Weekly Probable Starting Pitching Report for any updates.
Within the series below, the scheduled starters are listed for both teams. These are up to date as of this writing, but always subject to change. Following each pitcher’s name, we’ve included their handedness, year to date BPV and last five PQS scores.
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
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SAFE SO FAR: The White Sox head into this weekend still holding an edge on the Tigers in the Central. Chicago will host Oakland for three games beginning on Friday.
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
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Duke, Garcia, and Rivero have put together great seasons for AAA-Syracuse and a promotion could help secure the Nationals playoff hopes.
Aug 9 2012 11:02pm
Aug 9 2012 11:02pm
Jim Henderson gets two saves in two days for Milwaukee, Franklin Morales gets another start in Boston, David Murphy is officially a regular in Texas, and more...
Aug 8 2012 11:05pm
Aug 8 2012 11:05pm
Fortune, not improved skills, propels Headley ... Among the names most rumored to be moved at the trading deadline who ultimately stayed put was Chase Headley (3B, SD). After a disappointing 2011, Headley has boosted his power while staying aggressive on the basepaths.
Aug 8 2012 11:04pm
Aug 8 2012 11:04pm
After watching Santiago Casilla (RHP, SF) blow five of his last nine save opportunities, followed by entering a tie game July 30 and taking the loss, Manager Bruce Bochy has decided he will use multiple pitchers in the ninth inning. Casilla was victimized by a 25% home run per fly ball rate and 52% hit rate in July, and his skills on the year (9.9 Dom, 114 BPV) suggest he is fit for any role. He figures to remain in the mix for saves, but his value certainly takes a hit with the news that he will split closing duties.
Aug 7 2012 11:06pm
Aug 7 2012 11:06pm
[free] A week removed from the trade deadline, what is the still-underappreciated fallout?
Aug 7 2012 11:05pm
Aug 7 2012 11:05pm
A look at all 30 closers--and then some.
Aug 7 2012 11:04pm
Aug 7 2012 11:04pm
Pujols’ slump a distant memory…So – did you sell low on Albert Pujols (1B, LAA) back in April? After hitting .217 with no home runs that month, the temptation was certainly there to bail on the costly superstar. But after hitting his first home run on May 6, he’s looked like “the Machine” of old.
Aug 7 2012 11:03pm
Aug 7 2012 11:03pm
All fantasy baseball scoring runs on batteries. Referring to specific pitcher and catcher combinations, rather than the famous alkaline batteries in television commercials, an understanding of battery power can drive fantasy production on every level.
Aug 7 2012 11:02pm
Aug 7 2012 11:02pm
Aug 7 2012 11:01pm
This NL Weekend Series Matchup column previews one four-game series and seven three-game series.
The following analysis was compiled with the most up-to-date pitching info available, but circumstances can change, so refer to the Weekly Probable Starting Pitching Report for any updates.
Within the series below, the scheduled starters are listed for both teams. These are up to date as of this writing, but always subject to change. Following each pitcher’s name, we’ve included their handedness, year to date BPV and last five PQS scores.
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
SAFE SO FAR: The White Sox head into this weekend still holding an edge on the Tigers in the Central. Chicago will host Oakland for three games beginning on Friday.
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
Aug 9 2012 11:03pm
Duke, Garcia, and Rivero have put together great seasons for AAA-Syracuse and a promotion could help secure the Nationals playoff hopes.
Aug 9 2012 11:02pm
Aug 9 2012 11:02pm
Jim Henderson gets two saves in two days for Milwaukee, Franklin Morales gets another start in Boston, David Murphy is officially a regular in Texas, and more...
Aug 8 2012 11:05pm
Aug 8 2012 11:05pm
Fortune, not improved skills, propels Headley ... Among the names most rumored to be moved at the trading deadline who ultimately stayed put was Chase Headley (3B, SD). After a disappointing 2011, Headley has boosted his power while staying aggressive on the basepaths.
Aug 8 2012 11:04pm
Aug 8 2012 11:04pm
After watching Santiago Casilla (RHP, SF) blow five of his last nine save opportunities, followed by entering a tie game July 30 and taking the loss, Manager Bruce Bochy has decided he will use multiple pitchers in the ninth inning. Casilla was victimized by a 25% home run per fly ball rate and 52% hit rate in July, and his skills on the year (9.9 Dom, 114 BPV) suggest he is fit for any role. He figures to remain in the mix for saves, but his value certainly takes a hit with the news that he will split closing duties.
Aug 7 2012 11:06pm
Aug 7 2012 11:06pm
[free] A week removed from the trade deadline, what is the still-underappreciated fallout?
Aug 7 2012 11:05pm
Aug 7 2012 11:05pm
A look at all 30 closers--and then some.
Aug 7 2012 11:04pm
Aug 7 2012 11:04pm
Pujols’ slump a distant memory…So – did you sell low on Albert Pujols (1B, LAA) back in April? After hitting .217 with no home runs that month, the temptation was certainly there to bail on the costly superstar. But after hitting his first home run on May 6, he’s looked like “the Machine” of old.
Aug 7 2012 11:03pm
Aug 7 2012 11:03pm
All fantasy baseball scoring runs on batteries. Referring to specific pitcher and catcher combinations, rather than the famous alkaline batteries in television commercials, an understanding of battery power can drive fantasy production on every level.
Aug 7 2012 11:02pm
Aug 7 2012 11:02pm
Aug 7 2012 11:01pm
