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Rally Weimaraner
The A’s are the worst team in the AL right now but have one of the best run differentials. Their Pythagorean records says they should be leading the AL right now. Tough luck.
tommyjohn9293
Run differential doesn’t tell the whole story though… Jays are a perfect example. They have the best in the game, but it’s because when they lose, it’s often by low 1 run ball games, and when they win, they put up double digit runs. Unfortunately, the low scoring losses occur more frequently…
gilgunderson
Machi started unravelling in the 2014 postseason and just hasn’t recovered. Somewhere his control and his splitter have deserted him, and hitters have feasted on his average fastball and curve.