Ben Cermak

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Player Evaluation436w

How Valuable is David Robertson?

The merits of a good bullpen cannot be ignored. When deployed properly, a good bullpen “shortens” the game, saving the starting pitcher from...

Transaction Analysis437w

Evaluating the Mets' Signing of Michael Cuddyer

The free agent season is officially upon us—Monday afternoon news broke that the New York Mets had signed Michael Cuddyer to a 2 year deal worth...

Saber Glossary437w

K% vs. K/9: Finding an Effective Metric for Strikeout Rate

Chicks dig the long ball, but pitchers prefer the strikeout. When measuring pitcher performance, strikeouts are often a key factor in the equation....

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Aces Wild: Evaluating This Year's Top Free Agent Pitchers

With the beginning of the offseason, three of baseball’s marquee starting pitchers hit the free agent market. Each will bring his own unique skill...