Category Archives: Joe Maddon

Joel Peralta on Joe Maddon and Other Stuff

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

Jonah Keri interviewed Joey Pinetar over at Grantland and asked him about Fernando Rodney, pine tar, and Joe Maddon, amongst other things. Here’s one of the money quotes: Is it something active like him coming to talk to you or a … Continue reading →

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The Process Versus Ricky Romero Re-visited

Posted on May 8, 2013 by

From 2009-to-2011, Ricky Romero was one of the more promising, left-handed pitchers in baseball. Because of his arsenal – a plus changeup and good breaking ball which helped produce reverse splits – he was also one of the more intriguing … Continue reading →

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The Process Versus James Shields & The Danks Theory

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

The core principle of the Danks Theory is to present the opposing pitcher with a lineup that encourages him to use his best weapon fewer times. Looking at James Shields—a right-handed pitcher—and his best weapon—a changeup—you may think he would … Continue reading →

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The Process Versus James Shields’ Curveball Tendencies

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

When the Rays face off against James Shields tonight expect to see plenty of first-pitch curves.

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The Process Versus Coco Crisp and Chris Young

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

Here’s an odd one. Instead of focusing on Coco Crisp and Chris Young’s tendencies at the plate, or their abilities to run down balls in the outfield, let’s focus on what they do when they reach base. Crisp and Young … Continue reading →

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