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Who Owns October? A Metric For The 2018 Post Season
Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune
A few years ago, one of my most loyal listeners, Daryl Spitzer, posted this Tweet.
@sullybaseball Have you considering renaming Who Owns the Playoffs to Who Owns October? WOO!
— Daryl Spitzer 📎 (@yacitus) October 3, 2013
It worked in 2013 and each year since then and it will work again this year.
So it is “Who Owns October?” or “WOO.”
And here is how it works.
Each winning team of a post season game gets a pitcher and a hitter awarded a “WOO.”
The losing teams can get a pitcher and hitter to get 1/2 a “WOO” if they stood out in a losing cause. They will be awarded at MY discretion.
Why do I get that kind of power? Because it is MY stat.
So we will see at the end of the World Series who has piled up enough full or half WOO’s to claim October as their own.
Keep checking in and I will get the tally up to date tonight and update it after every playoff game.
There is no reason to yell WOO! after each game.
Who Owned Baseball – THE FINAL REGULAR SEASON TALLY FOR 2018
Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images North America – Christian Petersen/Getty Images North America – Robert H. Levey/Getty Images North America – Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images North America
Well that is it for the regular season. Two down to the wire races for the top pitching spots, one player came from behind to take a hitter’s position and the best player in baseball took control early and never let go.
So Who Owned Baseball in 2018?
AMERICAN LEAGUE HITTER
MIKE TROUT finished with 10 1/2 WOB, finishing ahead of Mookie Betts with 8 and Francisco Lindor with 7.
NATIONAL LEAGUE HITTER
JAVIER BAEZ ended the year at 8 1/2, leap frogging Scooter Gennett at 7 1/2 and Bryce Harper’s 6 1/2. Christian Yelich reached 6 1/2 with his late season surge.
AMERICAN LEAGUE PITCHER
JUSTIN VERLANDER edged out Corey Kluber by a count of 10 1/2 to 10. Carlos Carasco was right behind them at 9. Chris Sale led the league for most of the season but injuries slowed him down and he finished tied for 4th with José Berríos at 8.
NATIONAL LEAGUE PITCHER
MAX SCHERZER took advantage of the full WOB and 1/2 WOB rules and edged Jacob deGrom, 12 1/2 to 12. Aaron Nola was third with 10.
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
To view the Final Total for Who Owned Baseball Standings – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Sully Baseball Podcast – All Tickets Punched and Good Bye Regular Season – October 1, 2018
FINALLY we know what the National League Post Season picture looks like. And man oh man will either the Rockies or the Cubs regret not winning just one more game in the regular season.
I give the final Who Owns Baseball Tally and make my post season predictions.
Getting this party started on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the NEW In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball October 1, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Patrick Gorski – USA Today Sports
SPECIAL RULES FOR TODAY!
Because of the two Tie Breaker Games, I will treat WOB like the post season. Each game will get full WOBs and 1/2 WOBs as I see fit.
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Orlando Arcia went 4 for 4, scoring 2 runs to help the Brewers clinch the Central with a 3-1 Tie Breaker win over the Cubs.
Walker Buehler dominated the Rockies into the 7th, throwing 6 2/3 shutout innings, striking out 3 and getting the 5-2 clinching victory for the Dodgers.
Jhoulys Chacin kept the Cubs from a big inning by allowing only a solo homer over 5 2/3 innings to earn the 3-1 decision for the Brewers.
Max Muncy got 2 hits, including a 2 run homer, to lead the Dodgers past the Rockies in the NL West Tie Breaker, 5-2.
They all owned baseball on October 1, 2018
To view the Yearly Leaders for Who Owned Baseball Standings, plus see who gained 1/2 WOB’s – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Going through the last day of the season… or possibly the last day – September 30, 2018
Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times
The potential for full chaos at the end of the season was there in the National League. I checked in bit by bit throughout the day as the NL is STILL undecided after 162 games!
Stretching it all out an extra day in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the NEW In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball September 30, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Andy Cross – Denver Post
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Charlie Blackmon sparked the Rockies into an NL West play in game by hitting for the cycle, driving in 3, in the 12-0 blow out over Washington.
Noah Syndergaard finished a frustrating Mets season with a wonderful complete game 5 hit shutout, blanking the Marlins 1-0.
Jefry Marte reached base 3 times, including a homer and was on base for the walk off homer to end the Angels seasons with a 5-4 win over the A’s.
Roenis Elias allowed 1 hit over 5 shutout innings as the Mariners topped Texas, 3-1.
They all owned baseball on September 30, 2018
To view the Yearly Leaders for Who Owned Baseball Standings, plus see who gained 1/2 WOB’s – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Most Recent Cycle Hit For Each MLB Franchise (Updated For Charlie Blackmon, September 30, 2018 )
Andy Cross – Denver Post
Now THAT is what I call coming up big in an important game!
The Rockies needed to win today if they still want to win the NL West title. So what did Charlie Blackmon do? He hit for the Cycle of course! And the Rox demolished the Nationals 12-0 and will force a play in for the West tomorrow in Los Angeles.
What will he do for an encore in Game 163?
Here is the list, updated for today’s action!
THE MOST CYCLE HIT
FOR EACH FRANCHISE
MILWAUKEE BREWERS
Christian Yelich
September 17, 2018 vs Cincinnati Reds
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
John Jaso
September 28, 2016 vs. Chicago Cubs
NEW YORK YANKEES
Melky Cabrera.
August 2, 2009 vs Chicago White Sox
MINNESOTA TWINS
Michael Cuddyer
May 22, 2009 vs Milwaukee
KANSAS CITY ROYALS
George Brett
June 24, 1990 vs. Toronto
BONUS –
Last Cycles Hit For Teams in Old Locations
MONTREAL EXPOS
Vladimir Guerrero
September 14, 2003 vs. New York Mets
WASHINGTON SENATORS
Jim King
May 26, 1964 vs. Boston
NEW YORK GIANTS
Don Mueller
July 11, 1954 vs. Pittsburgh
PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS
Elmer Valo
August 2, 1950 vs. Chicago White Sox
BROOKLYN DODGERS
Gil Hodges
June 25, 1949 vs. Pittsburgh
ST. LOUIS BROWNS
George McQuinn
July 19, 1941 vs. Boston Red Sox
BOSTON DOVES
Bill Collins
October 6, 1910 vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Still no Marlins cycle in history… Better luck in 2019.
Who Owned Baseball September 29, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Benny Sieu – USA Today Sports
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Christian Yelich homered twice, the second putting the Brewers up for good, as they pulled into first place inching past the Tigers, 6-5.
Giancarlo Stanton continued to swing a hot bat, going 3 for 4 with a homer to slug the Yankees to an 8-5 win in Boston.
Miles Mikolas kept the Cardinals thin playoff hopes alive briefly with 8 strong innings, allowing 5 hits and no earned runs to top the Cubs, 2-1.
Justin Verlander struck out 10 Orioles over 6 shutout innings to earn the 4-3 decision for Houston.
They all owned baseball on September 29, 2018
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Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/29/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 29, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/28/18 slate for Saturday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
The info below can also be used for crafting your daily fantasy baseball strategy at drafters.com
If you have an questions or need to see late-minute changes, follow me on Twitter at @FantasyAdvice22. Let’s bring home the bacon!
Fanduel Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/29/18): MLB DFS Advice
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/29/18): MLB DFS Advice
FanDuel & DraftKings DFS Pitchers
Cole Hamels
Career vs Current Cardinals Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | 24.8 | 0.286 | 0.226 | 3.50 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83.9 | 9.8 ° | 0.307 | 0.252 | 0.344 |
Justin Verlander
Career vs Current Orioles Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 32.0 | 0.290 | 0.234 | 3.48 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83.0 | 25.1 ° | 0.315 | 0.214 | 0.429 |
Clayton Kershaw
Career vs Current Giants Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 420 | 30.0 | 0.203 | 0.182 | 1.93 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80.6 | 15.0 ° | 0.243 | 0.207 | 0.326 |
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/28/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 28, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/28/18 slate for Friday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
The info below can also be used for crafting your daily fantasy baseball strategy at drafters.com
If you have an questions or need to see late-minute changes, follow me on Twitter at @FantasyAdvice22. Let’s bring home the bacon!
Fanduel Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/28/18): MLB DFS Advice
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/28/18): MLB DFS Advice
FanDuel & DraftKings DFS Pitchers
Jose Berrios
Career vs Current White Sox Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 | 32.2 | 0.242 | 0.182 | 2.48 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78.5 | 18.2 ° | 0.235 | 0.173 | 0.294 |
Mike Foltynewicz
Career vs Current Phillies Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 229 | 26.2 | 0.315 | 0.236 | 4.43 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84.0 | 20.3 ° | 0.321 | 0.238 | 0.418 |
Gerrit Cole
Career vs Current Orioles Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 28.6 | 0.362 | 0.273 | 3.65 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80.2 | 20.1 ° | 0.277 | 0.171 | 0.204 |
Who Owned Baseball September 26, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
AP
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Jacob deGrom capped off a historically great season with 8 shutout innings, striking out 10 Braves and earning his 10th win for the Mets with a 3-0 final.
Shane Bieber tuned up for the Cleveland playoff run with 6 shutout innings, striking out 9 White Sox and earning the 10-2 decision.
Victor Robles went 4 for 5 with a homer and 5 RBI to help Washington beat Miami 9-3.
Rafael Devers homered twice, singled and doubled in Boston’s 19-3 trashing of the Orioles in game 1 of a double header. He added a double and a walk in the 10-3 nightcap loss.
They all owned baseball on September 26, 2018
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Who Owned Baseball September 25, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Christian Yelich tripled and homered, driving in 6 as the Brewers moved to with 1/2 a game of first place by beating the Cardinals, 12-4.
Max Scherzer recorded his 300th strikeout, allowing 1 run over 7 innings as the Nationals topped Miami, 9-4.
Gary Sanchez reached base 3 times, including a homer, as the Yankees won 9-2 over the Rays.
Matt Shoemaker struck out 7 Rangers and walked none to get the 4-1 decision for the Angels.
They all owned baseball on September 25, 2018
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Who Owned Baseball September 24, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Corey Kluber put together another dominating performance, striking out 11 White Sox in 7 scoreless innings for the 4-0 Cleveland shutout.
Mookie Betts collected a pair of hits, including a homer, driving in 2, scoring 2 and stealing a base to help lock down the Red Sox club record 106th victory with a 6-2 final over Baltimore.
Bryan Mitchell took a shutout into the 9th, finishing with 8 2/3 scoreless innings, striking out 7 as the Padres blanked the Giants, 5-0.
David Freese got 3 hits, including a game tying homer, to inch the Dodgers closer to an NL West title by beating the Diamondbacks, 7-4.
They all owned baseball on September 24, 2018
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Who Owned Baseball September 22, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle Staff Photographer
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Jose Altuve sparked a wild comeback with a walk and later in the same inning launched a homer, reaching base 4 times altogether in the wild 10-5 Astros win over the Angels.
Trea Turner got on base 3 times,homered and stole a base as the Nationals blanked the Mets, 6-0.
Justin Verlander threw 6 innings of 1 hit, shutout ball, striking out 11 Angels. He did not get the decision but he set up the 10 Houston victory.
Rich Hill struck out 7 Padres in 7 innings, allowing 1 run as the Dodgers held onto their Division Lead with a 7-2 final.
They all owned baseball on September 22, 2018
To view the Yearly Leaders for Who Owned Baseball Standings, plus see who gained 1/2 WOB’s – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/23/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 23, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/23/18 slate for Sunday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
The info below can also be used for crafting your daily fantasy baseball strategy at drafters.com
If you have an questions or need to see late-minute changes, follow me on Twitter at @FantasyAdvice22. Let’s bring home the bacon!
Fanduel Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/23/18): MLB DFS Advice
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/23/18): MLB DFS Advice
FanDuel & DraftKings DFS Pitchers
J.A. Happ
Career vs Current Orioles Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 176 | 30.1 | 0.293 | 0.229 | 3.79 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82.4 | 19.5 ° | 0.305 | 0.248 | 0.420 |
Blake Snell
Career vs Current Blue Jays Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 25.0 | 0.238 | 0.190 | 2.85 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82.4 | 13.0 ° | 0.313 | 0.249 | 0.408 |
Aaron Nola
Career vs Current Braves Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 156 | 18.6 | 0.296 | 0.253 | 3.62 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82.2 | 15.0 ° | 0.298 | 0.254 | 0.392 |
Who Owned Baseball September 21, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
David J. Phillip – AP Photo
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Yuli Gurriel collected 3 hits, including a pair of homers, driving in 7 runs alone as the Astros clinched a playoff spot with an 11-3 thrashing of the Angels.
Devin Mesoraco doubled twice and singled, driving in a run, as the Mets beat the Nationals, 4-2.
Reynaldo Lopez threw 7 innings, allowing 1 run, 5 hits and no walks while striking out 8 Cubs to get the 10-4 decision for the White Sox.
Jacob deGrom struck out 8 Nationals in 7 innings of work, allowing 1 run and earned a rare win for himself with the Mets 4-2 final.
They all owned baseball on September 21, 2018
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Sully Baseball Podcast: LA Sweeps In While The Rockies Blow It – September 20, 2018
Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times
The Dodgers were left for dead less than a month ago. But after taking 5 of 6 from the Rockies, they have a clear path to get back to the NLCS.
Meanwhile, Colorado might regret letting a once in a generation opportunity slip away.
Looking West in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the NEW In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball September 18, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Christian Petersen – Getty Images
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Daniel Murphy reached base 3 times, homered and drove in a pair as the Cubs inched closer to a Division Title with a 9-1 thrashing of the Diamondbacks.
Kaleb Cowart tripled and hit a go ahead grand slam to push the Angels past the A’s. 9-7.
Jameson Taillon threw 7 shutout innings, striking out 11 Royals, helping set up the Pirates 2-1 walk off victory.
Corey Kluber struck out 11 White Sox in 8 innings, allowing 3 runs and earning the 5-3 decision for Cleveland.
They all owned baseball on September 18, 2018
To view the Yearly Leaders for Who Owned Baseball Standings, plus see who gained 1/2 WOB’s – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Who Owned Baseball September 17, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Benny Sieu, USA TODAY Sports
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Christian Yelich hit for the cycle in the second time in less than a month, driving in 4 and helping the Brewers continue on their playoff push by blanking the Reds, 8-0.
Kyle Hendricks took a shutout into the 9th and finished with 3 hits and 1 run over 8 2/3 innings, striking out 8 Diamondbacks to lock down the 5-1 decision for the Cubs.
Daniel Vogelbach came off the bench and launched an 8th inning grand slam that turned a 1-0 Houston lead into a 4-1 Seattle victory.
Tyler Glasnow threw 6 shutout innings, striking out 6 Rangers along the way, to win the 3-0 game for Tampa Bay.
They all owned baseball on September 17, 2018
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Most Recent Cycle Hit For Each MLB Franchise (Updated For Christian Yelich, September 17, 2018 )
Fox Sports Wisconsin
Another cycle for Christian Yelich?
Why not?
Is hitting for the cycle a once in a lifetime experience? Evidently not for Christian Yelich. In less than a month, he has pulled off the trick twice. BOTH times? Against the Reds. Safe to say he has their number.
With the 8-0 drubbing, the Brewers still have a shot at first place. And it is safe to say Yelich has been a good pick up for the Brewers.
How will the Reds pitch to him tomorrow?
Here is the list, updated for today’s action!
THE MOST CYCLE HIT
FOR EACH FRANCHISE
MILWAUKEE BREWERS
Christian Yelich
September 17, 2018 vs Cincinnati Reds
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
John Jaso
September 28, 2016 vs. Chicago Cubs
NEW YORK YANKEES
Melky Cabrera.
August 2, 2009 vs Chicago White Sox
MINNESOTA TWINS
Michael Cuddyer
May 22, 2009 vs Milwaukee
KANSAS CITY ROYALS
George Brett
June 24, 1990 vs. Toronto
BONUS –
Last Cycles Hit For Teams in Old Locations
MONTREAL EXPOS
Vladimir Guerrero
September 14, 2003 vs. New York Mets
WASHINGTON SENATORS
Jim King
May 26, 1964 vs. Boston
NEW YORK GIANTS
Don Mueller
July 11, 1954 vs. Pittsburgh
PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS
Elmer Valo
August 2, 1950 vs. Chicago White Sox
BROOKLYN DODGERS
Gil Hodges
June 25, 1949 vs. Pittsburgh
ST. LOUIS BROWNS
George McQuinn
July 19, 1941 vs. Boston Red Sox
BOSTON DOVES
Bill Collins
October 6, 1910 vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Christian Yelich, a former Marlin, has 2 Cycles in 2 Months… while the Marlins are still waiting for their first ever.
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/18/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 18, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/18/18 slate for Tuesday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
The info below can also be used for crafting your daily fantasy baseball strategy at drafters.com
If you have an questions or need to see late-minute changes, follow me on Twitter at @FantasyAdvice22. Let’s bring home the bacon!
Fanduel Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/18/18): MLB DFS Advice
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/18/18): MLB DFS Advice
FanDuel & DraftKings DFS Pitchers
J.A. Happ
Career vs Current Red Sox Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 284 | 19.7 | 0.314 | 0.231 | 4.77 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83.1 | 15.7 ° | 0.278 | 0.219 | 0.360 |
Jameson Taillon
Career vs Current Royals Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 50.0 | 0.308 | 0.250 | -0.80 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81.6 | 8.5 ° | 0.103 | 0.105 | 0.128 |
Aaron Nola
Career vs Current Mets Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140 | 30.0 | 0.219 | 0.152 | 2.94 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78.9 | 8.9 ° | 0.235 | 0.169 | 0.261 |
Who Owned Baseball September 16, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle / Staff photographer
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Justin Verlander struck out 11 Diamondbacks over 7 innings, giving up just 3 hits and 1 run to earn the 5-4 decision for the Astros.
Adam Wainwright threw 6 shutout innings, striking out 9 and pushed the Cardinals into a Wild Card tie with a 5-0 blanking of the Dodgers.
Johnny Field homered, doubled and added a pair of singles, driving in 2 to help the Twins past the Royals, 9-6.
Anthony Rendon reached base 4 times, homered and drove in a pair to help the Nationals top Atlanta, 6-4.
They all owned baseball on September 16, 2018
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Sully Baseball Podcast: Deceptively Hot Astros and Suddenly Old School Rickey Henderson – September 16, 2018
While standing on the Stanford campus, and avoiding a creepy guy, I look at the potential 100 win defending World Champion Astros as an unlikely post season underdog.
Plus Rickey Henderson, with the benefit of time, has suddenly become old school and the type of player kids today should emulate.
Finding my spot in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the NEW In Memoriam video.
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/15/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 15, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/15/18 slate for Saturday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
The info below can also be used for crafting your daily fantasy baseball strategy at drafters.com
If you have an questions or need to see late-minute changes, follow me on Twitter at @FantasyAdvice22. Let’s bring home the bacon!
Fanduel Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/15/18): MLB DFS Advice
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/15/18): MLB DFS Advice
FanDuel & DraftKings DFS Pitchers
Rich Hill
Career vs Current Cardinals Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 6.5 | 0.318 | 0.250 | 5.03 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79.2 | 20.6 ° | 0.337 | 0.222 | 0.387 |
Mike Clevinger
Career vs Current Tigers Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 30.8 | 0.231 | 0.183 | 2.45 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81.1 | 18.4 ° | 0.279 | 0.225 | 0.344 |
CC Sabathia
Career vs Current Blue Jays Roster
| PA | K% | wOBA | AVG | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 19.9 | 0.273 | 0.218 | 4.17 |
| EV | LA | xwOBA | xBA | xSLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82.1 | 13.1 ° | 0.298 | 0.258 | 0.380 |
Who Owned Baseball September 13, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
(Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)
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Kyle Freeland pitched into the 7th, throwing 6 1/3 innings, 4 hits, 3 runs and struck out 6 Diamondbacks to inch the Rockies closer to a Division title with a 10-3 final.
Mike Leake threw 7 innings, allowing 1 run and 4 hits to earn the 8-2 Seattle victory over the Angels.
Javier Baez finished his day 3 for 4 with a homer and a go ahead 10th inning RBI bunt to push the Cubs past the Nationals, 4-3.
Nelson Cruz had 2 hits, including a home run and 3 RBI in the Mariners 8-2 win over the Angels.
They all owned baseball on September 13, 2018
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Who Owned Baseball September 12, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
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DJ LeMahieu had 3 hits including a bottom of the 9th, 2 run come from behind walk off homer to blast the Rockies past Arizona, 5-4.
Zack Wheeler threw 8 shutout innings, striking out 7 Marlins, and enjoyed rare run support from the Mets in the 13-0 laugher.
Francisco Arcia homered twice and added another hit, driving in 4, to help the Angels pound the Rangers, 8-1.
Jake Odorizzi took a no hitter into the 8th, finishing with 1 hit and 1 run over 7 1/3 innings, striking out 5 Yankees and earning the 3-1 decision for Minnesota.
They all owned baseball on September 12, 2018
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Who Owned Baseball September 11, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
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Juan Soto hit 2 homers, including a go ahead shot in the 10th, and had 4 RBI in the Nationals 7-6 come from behind win over Philadelphia in the nightcap of a double header. He also had a pair of hits in the opening game, which Washington took , 3-1.
Mike Foltynewicz threw a complete game, allowing 6 hits and 1 run over 9 innings, striking out 7 Giants to earn the 4-1 decision for Atlanta.
Joe Mauer singled, walked and launched a grand slam to lead the Twins past the Yankees, 10-5.
Shane Bieber struck out 11 and allowed no runs over 6 2/3 innings as the Indians blanked the Rays, 2-0.
They all owned baseball on September 11, 2018
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Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/12/18): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
DraftKings & FanDuel MLB DFS Lineups & Picks for September 12, 2018
We have our MLB DFS 9/12/18 slate for Tuesday. Like we’ve mentioned numerous times in all of our videos, weather is extremely important at this time of the season, and lineups are constantly changing. Make sure you keep an eye on both, but check back here for updates.
Below is a list of our top MLB DFS pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target in Cash and GPP lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel.
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Blake Snell
| REGULAR SEASON GAMES THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2018 | YEAR TO DATE | ||||||||||||||||
| DATE | OPPONENT | RESULT | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | GB | FB | Pit | BF | GSc | Dec. | Rel. | ERA |
| Sep 7 | vs BAL | W 14-2 | 5.1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 104 | 20 | 59 | W(18-5) | – | 2.06 |
| Sep 1 | @ CLE | W 5-3 | 6.2 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 101 | 27 | 60 | W(17-5) | – | 2.02 |
| Monthly Totals | 12.0 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 13 | 15 | 205 | 47 | — | 2-0 | 0 sv | 2.25 | ||
| DATE | OPPONENT | RESULT | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | GB | FB | Pit | BF | GSc | Dec. | Rel. | ERA |
| Aug 26 | vs BOS | W 9-1 | 6.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 89 | 21 | 70 | W(16-5) | – | 2.05 |
| Aug 21 | vs KC | W 4-1 | 6.0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 101 | 22 | 70 | W(15-5) | – | 2.07 |
| Aug 16 | @ NYY | W 3-1 | 5.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 76 | 18 | 68 | W(14-5) | – | 2.10 |
| Aug 10 | @ TOR | W 7-0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 47 | 15 | 73 | W(13-5) | – | 2.18 |
| Aug 4 | vs CHW | L 2-1 | 4.0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 59 | 15 | 53 | – | – | 2.27 |
| Monthly Totals | 26.0 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 34 | 23 | 28 | 372 | 91 | — | 4-0 | 0 sv | 1.04 | ||
| CLEVELAND INDIANS CAREER STATISTICS VS. BLAKE SNELL | ||||||||||||
| BATTER | AB | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
| Yonder Alonso | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Brandon Barnes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Michael Brantley | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .667 | .667 | .667 | 1.333 |
| Melky Cabrera | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | .500 | .500 | .750 | 1.250 |
| Lonnie Chisenhall | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .667 | .667 | .667 | 1.333 |
| Rajai Davis | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | .500 | .500 | 1.000 |
| Yandy Diaz | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Josh Donaldson | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | .250 | .455 | .625 | 1.080 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | .143 | .455 | .143 | .597 |
| Yan Gomes | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .375 | .375 | .625 | 1.000 |
| Erik Gonzalez | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .333 | .333 | .333 | .667 |
| Brandon Guyer | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .200 | .200 | .200 | .400 |
| Jason Kipnis | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | .400 | .500 | .600 | 1.100 |
| Francisco Lindor | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .111 | .111 | .222 | .333 |
| Leonys Martin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Jose Ramirez | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | .333 | .333 | .333 | .667 |
| Adam Rosales | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 |
| Totals | 81 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 21 | .272 | .337 | .370 | .707 |
Gerrit Cole
| REGULAR SEASON GAMES THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2018 | YEAR TO DATE | ||||||||||||||||
| DATE | OPPONENT | RESULT | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | GB | FB | Pit | BF | GSc | Dec. | Rel. | ERA |
| Sep 7 | @ BOS | W 6-3 | 6.0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 97 | 25 | 60 | – | – | 2.86 |
| Sep 2 | vs LAA | W 4-2 | 5.2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 113 | 27 | 55 | W(13-5) | – | 2.86 |
| Monthly Totals | 11.2 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 12 | 17 | 210 | 52 | — | 1-0 | 0 sv | 3.09 | ||
| DATE | OPPONENT | RESULT | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | GB | FB | Pit | BF | GSc | Dec. | Rel. | ERA |
| Aug 27 | vs OAK | W 11-4 | 6.0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 96 | 23 | 54 | W(12-5) | – | 2.85 |
| Aug 20 | @ SEA | L 7-4 | 5.0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 99 | 24 | 48 | – | – | 2.73 |
| Aug 15 | vs COL | W 12-1 | 6.0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 86 | 22 | 70 | W(11-5) | – | 2.71 |
| Aug 10 | vs SEA | L 5-2 | 7.1 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 93 | 29 | 54 | L(10-5) | – | 2.75 |
| Aug 5 | @ LAD | L 3-2 | 5.0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 99 | 22 | 50 | L(10-4) | – | 2.64 |
| Monthly Totals | 29.1 | 28 | 15 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 40 | 33 | 41 | 473 | 120 | — | 2-2 | 0 sv | 4.30 | ||
| DETROIT TIGERS CAREER STATISTICS VS. GERRIT COLE | ||||||||||||
| BATTER | AB | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
| Jim Adduci | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Miguel Cabrera | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 |
| Jeimer Candelario | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 | .500 | .000 | .500 |
| Nicholas Castellanos | 13 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | .538 | .538 | .769 | 1.308 |
| Niko Goodrum | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 | .333 | .000 | .333 |
| Jose Iglesias | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 | .100 | .000 | .100 |
| JaCoby Jones | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 | .333 | .000 | .333 |
| Mikie Mahtook | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .500 | .500 | 1.250 | 1.750 |
| Victor Martinez | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .250 | .333 | .375 | .708 |
| James McCann | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | .375 | .444 | .625 | 1.069 |
| Victor Reyes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| Jarrod Saltalamacchia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 |
| Totals | 67 | 18 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 19 | .269 | .329 | .403 | .732 |
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Who Owned Baseball September 10, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVPs) + 2018 #WOB
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Scooter Gennett went 4 for 5 with 3 runs batted in to lead the Reds past the Dodgers in a 10-6 slug fest.
Gary Sanchez collected 3 hits, including a homer, to inch the Yankees closer to a Wild Card berth by beating Minnesota, 7-2.
German Marquez struck out 11 Diamondbacks over 7 innings, allowing 1 run and earning the 13-2 decision for the first place Rockies.
Justin Verlander returned to Detroit for the first time since being traded last August and responded by going 7 innings, allowing 2 runs and striking out 10 as the Astros won, 3-2.
They all owned baseball on September 10, 2018
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Sully Baseball Podcast – The Roller Coaster Diamondbacks Season – September 10, 2018
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Are the Diamondbacks a dominant team powering their way into the post season? Or are they a maddeningly inconsistent team who find new ways to lose critical games?
They have been both this year and that could cost them a chance at a winnable pennant.
Running out of time for the snakes in this episode of Sully Baseball.
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