We are the VORG. Replacement is futile.
The red-hot Milwaukee Brewers ran their home record to a gaudy 50-16 this afternoon with a 3-2 decision over the Chicago Cubs. Meanwhile, another of their division opponents, the Houston Astros, managed to secure their 44th total victory on the season with a 4-3, 11-inning win over the Giants. So, it made we wonder how … Read moreBrewing up some good home cookin’
Remember a few weeks ago, when the Mets beat the Tigers by the “perfect square” score of 16-9? I promised at that point that I’d discuss “prime number” score games. Well, we had one last Friday night. The Yanks pummeled the A’s 17-7. If you need a refresher on the concept of a prime number, … Read moreYankees and A’s considered Prime Number Suspects
You could say the NL Central race is competitive. You could also say the NL Central race is evenly-matched. You should say the NL Central race is a battle of mediocrity, featuring one team exceeding all expectations (Pirates), one team slightly underperforming expectations (Brewers), one team underperforming expectations greatly (Reds) and one team doing as … Read moreWhy the NL Central is Up for Grabs
Last season, the Pittsburgh Pirates went an amazing 17-64 (.210) on the road. This season, going into Monday’s game at Citi Field, the Buccos already have 15 wins away from home (15-13, .536). That’s a .326 improvement so far in 2011. So, which team has the best road winning percentage improvement from year-to-year? Here are … Read moreThe Pirates “Road” to Respectability