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darnoff · 04-11-2015, 12:34 AM

NL Mid-Season Report

In one of the most surprising performances I have seen, the lowly Phillies find themselves in first place half way through the season. It's dificult to figure out how they are doing it. Perhaps it is all smoke and mirrors. After all, they are last in the NL in runs scored. However, their pitching staff ranks 3rd in the league, but it is hard to imagine that the team's pitching can continue to overcome some a lousy offense. Closer Ad Brennan (1-4, 28 Sv, 1.62 ERA) is having a superb season and has saved 28 of Philadelphia's 44 wins. In fact, he is on pace to set a new record in saves. He is projected to surpass the 50-save mark. If he does it, he will be the first reliever to ever accomplish that feat.

The other explanation for Philadelphia's success is the simple fact that all other teams are playing much poorer than expected. The Reds are currently poised to take the lead as they sit just one game back. They are ranked 2nd in offense, thanks to third baseman Jim Doyle (.321, 15 HR, 57 RBI) and rookie left fielder Ken Williams (.300, 23 HR, 52 RBI). However, their pitching staff ranks just 6th in the league in runs allowed. The good news is that the starting rotation ranks 2nd in the NL in ERA. Unfortunately, the team is currently last in defense.

San Francisco was in first place for most of the season until losing 6 of 8 games near the end of May and then going 11-16 in June. Their pitching staff is doing well, but their offense is underperforming. I do believe that they can turn things around and get back on top.

Atlanta went 20-9 in May and 15-12 in June to put themselves in the pennant chase after a slow start. Their offense is just 7th in the league and their pitching staff is only 4th. However, they have the best defense in the league and the 2nd best bullpen.

In Chicago, the Cubs lead the NL in home runs and runs scored as usual, but they are just 5th in pitching. In fact, their starting rotation has the 2nd worst ERA in the league. Their defense has been very poor too. Fortunately, their bullpen ranks first in the league despite some struggles from last season's Fireman Award winner Zip Zabel (1-4, 13 Sv, 4.76 ERA).

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04-11-2015, 12:34 AM	#394
darnoff All Star Reserve Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Atlanta, GA area Posts: 662	NL Mid-Season Report In one of the most surprising performances I have seen, the lowly Phillies find themselves in first place half way through the season. It's dificult to figure out how they are doing it. Perhaps it is all smoke and mirrors. After all, they are last in the NL in runs scored. However, their pitching staff ranks 3rd in the league, but it is hard to imagine that the team's pitching can continue to overcome some a lousy offense. Closer Ad Brennan (1-4, 28 Sv, 1.62 ERA) is having a superb season and has saved 28 of Philadelphia's 44 wins. In fact, he is on pace to set a new record in saves. He is projected to surpass the 50-save mark. If he does it, he will be the first reliever to ever accomplish that feat. The other explanation for Philadelphia's success is the simple fact that all other teams are playing much poorer than expected. The Reds are currently poised to take the lead as they sit just one game back. They are ranked 2nd in offense, thanks to third baseman Jim Doyle (.321, 15 HR, 57 RBI) and rookie left fielder Ken Williams (.300, 23 HR, 52 RBI). However, their pitching staff ranks just 6th in the league in runs allowed. The good news is that the starting rotation ranks 2nd in the NL in ERA. Unfortunately, the team is currently last in defense. San Francisco was in first place for most of the season until losing 6 of 8 games near the end of May and then going 11-16 in June. Their pitching staff is doing well, but their offense is underperforming. I do believe that they can turn things around and get back on top. Atlanta went 20-9 in May and 15-12 in June to put themselves in the pennant chase after a slow start. Their offense is just 7th in the league and their pitching staff is only 4th. However, they have the best defense in the league and the 2nd best bullpen. In Chicago, the Cubs lead the NL in home runs and runs scored as usual, but they are just 5th in pitching. In fact, their starting rotation has the 2nd worst ERA in the league. Their defense has been very poor too. Fortunately, their bullpen ranks first in the league despite some struggles from last season's Fireman Award winner Zip Zabel (1-4, 13 Sv, 4.76 ERA). Standings Batting Leaders Pitching Leaders __________________ Currently working on the Major League Historical Replay Formerly known as Matt from TN (multiple attempts to reclaim my old account failed) Proud creator of Time Warp Baseball and Set in Stone