On this date in 1910, Billy Purtell earned the dubious distinction of becoming the first player in major league history to strike out twice in the same frame. During the sixth inning of the White Sox 10-3 victory over Washington, the third baseman struck out twice against future Hall of Famer Walter Johnson. Here's this week's look around the baseball blogosphere..
- Pinstripe Pundits looks at how the Yankees have performed vs. their ZiPS projections.
- A's Farm caught up with top prospect Michael Choice.
- Prospect Insider tries to figure out Felix Hernandez.
- Climbing Tal's Hill makes the case for Brian Wilson.
- I R Fast evaluates Mark Buehrle's past and future.
- Phoul Ballz spoke with Cameron Rupp, who has some things in common with Carlos Ruiz.
- The Shea Faithful wants you to cut Lucas Duda some slack.
- Jays Journal wonders if the J.A. Happ injury will lead to change in MLB.
- MLB Reports gives Ryan Howard some dap.
- That Ball's Outta Here explains why Roy Halladay's surgery isn't such a big deal.
- Grading On The Curve credits the Marlins for ignoring service time concerns.
- Baltimore Sports And Life looks at the correlation between catcher performance and rest.
- Camden Depot breaks down Nate McLouth's offensive resurgence.
- Talking Sports examined the offseason's contract extensions.
- The Baseball Big Brother Project wonders if Carlos Santana is hitting his stride or just lucky.
