Unless you play fantasy or are a fan of the team these guys are employed by, you might not be aware that they're putting up some pretty sick numbers.
Javy Vazquez: The 7-7 record is deceiving. Javy's ERA sits at 2.86, his WHIP is 1.048, and he has struck out 141 batters (3rd in MLB) in 126.0 innings (also good for a 5.88 K/BB).
David Aardsma: Much of the preseason hype for a Seattle closer was given to Brandon Morrow. But after he imploded, Aardsma took over, and has coverted 22 of 24 saves, has an ERA of 1.83 and strikes out more than a batter an inning (53 K in 44.1 IP). Perhaps even more impressive is that he has allowed runs in only 4 of his 45 outings.
Wandy Rodriguez: 117 strikeouts (Johan Santana=117). 10-6 record (Johan=11-7). 2.72 ERA (Johan=2.92). 1.23 WHIP (Johan=1.19). 125.2 IP (Johan=123.1).
Jermaine Dye: Quietly crushing the ball yet again. 21 homers, 59 RBI, and a .294/.368/.557 line (along with an OPS+ of 135).
Derek Jeter: Remember last year when Jeter was being written off (career-low .771 OPS, only 11 SB, worst fielding shortstop of all-time)? Well, the batting average is up to .319, his OPS is at .847, he has 18 steals, and his 10 homers are one shy of lasy year's total (thank you, New Yankee Stadium). He's also walking more than he ever has in 10 years (10.6%), with the lowest strikeout rate of his career (12.7%). And don't look now, but his UZR is 1.8, second-best on the Yankees. Maybe he was hurt last year and no one knew?
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Jeter is one the most clutch players of this era. And he makes defensive plays that others don't attempt. The negative comments come only from jealousy of him, or the Yanks. Four rings will not be enough for him. First ballot HOF...easily.
you've hit all the talk-radio talking points. congrats. i applaud your regurgitation skills. the comment about jealousy was an especially nice touch, since it paints those who criticize Jeter as insecure about their manliness. sweet.
The truth is unless you watch Jeter on a daily basis you don't realize how good he is. Craig you hit the nail on the head when it comes to his detractors.