On-Base Perception
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These guys should be All-Stars
Photo credit: Jim McIsaac
Each week leading up to the All-Star Game at Citi Field we’ll compile our list of who SHOULD start the game based on current performance (click the player's name to see their full stats). Feel free to leave a comment and tell us what you think:
American League
1B – Chris Davis, Orioles
Davis is no one-week wonder. After a torrid start to the season, he’s kept up the hot hitting,...
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The Lon Warneke Award for best starting pitching: Clayton Kershaw
This award is named for the Cubs Opening Day pitcher on April 17, 1934. Warneke pitched a complete game, allowing one-hit and walking two while striking out 13. Warneke had a solid career – 192-121, 3.18 ERA – but we’re confident the lefty we picked will be even better.
Dodgers’ southpaw Clayton Kershaw allowed four hits,...
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