The early season can be a dangerous time for analysts and fans trying to make sense of player performance. There are sample-size issues, quality of opponent problems (especially this season), and a host of other reasons to look at April numbers with a skeptical eye. Compounding these problems is the natural tendency of batting averages–often…
Free Erubiel Durazo! Last I looked, Erubiel Durazo had more HR and RBI than Mark Grace, despite being the backup and being banished to the minors for a time. It’ll be amusing to see how long the D’backs will stubbornly play Grace. They are unwilling to admit they made a mistake, no matter how much…