What can PITCHf/x tell us about how the switch to starting affects relievers, and what can we conclude about this spring’s candidate for conversion?
Was Mike Piazza one of the best defensive catchers ever? How does catcher defense age? What effect do managers have on their pitching staffs, and do former catchers really make the best skippers? And how good was Leo Mazzone, really?
A short sabermetric take on last year’s best picture, according to the Academy.
Quantifying the most elusive of catcher skills: game-calling.
A comprehensive look at catcher defense by BP’s latest addition reveals that the Rays may be getting plenty of bang for their buck from their new backstop.
Introducing our newest analyst and author, and our first regular contributor from across the pond.