The Platoon Advantage

The Platoon Advantage: Ten Excuses for Not Voting Johnny Damon Into the HOF

Just because he might get 3,000 hits doesn't mean voters can't put up a fight.

Does the success of Jake Peavy's changeup owe anything to the pitches before it?

A BBWAA stamp of approval doesn't mean a glorious career. Chris Coghlan is the latest to prove it.

by Cee Angi 4/25

If you're looking for a scapegoat for Boston's struggles, skip the manager's office.

There's not much to be gained by ranking across generations.

How valuable must relief innings be to justify converting a starter?

With Vladimir Guerrero pondering Japan, Bill asks who will be the baseball's final ex-Expo.

by Cee Angi 3/28

Kenny Williams and Teddy Ruxpin or: Why the White Sox can't have nice things.

Offering at least one reason to tune in to each potentially talent-challenged team when you're flipping through your MLB.tv options this season.

Is there any hope that the Twins will be better than horrible this season?

Some people may turn into kids in a sweet shop at the first sight of PFPs, but not this guy.

How unusual is it for a pitcher of Roy Oswalt's record to be without a job this late in the offseason?

Jason experiences fear and loathing in Oakland.

Beginning an ongoing series of weekly contributions from the authors of The Platoon Advantage. This week: Fanalysts.