Craig Robinson

Editorial Note: The latest information graphic from the talented Craig Robinson of Flip Flop Fly Ball shows us exactly what positions offer the most offensive production, and that pinch hitters are the worst that they’ve ever been. Also of interest, to me at least, is the steady decline of the third base position in terms of offense. If attractive graphs aren’t your thing, here is Craig’s collected data. [D.P.].

Editorial Note: The latest information graphic from the talented Craig Robinson of Flip Flop Fly Ball shows us that when scoring a game, it really doesn’t matter what a lineup does when its pitcher is striking out 20 or more batters on the opposing team [D.P.].

Update: And here’s the Randy Johnson 20 strike out game that went into extra innings for those who care not for the importance of pitching wins or complete games during a twenty strike out performance:

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Editorial Note: To celebrate Jackie Robinson Day, the latest information graphic from the talented Craig Robinson (no relation) of Flip Flop Fly Ball gives us an attractive break down of the man, the myth and the legend.

I think that this is important to look at because much of the writing you’ll read today about Robinson will cover his quiet courage in pursuing equality for African Americans. And rightfully so. However, it’s also worth remembering that he was an incredible baseball player, as this graph reminds us, that led the way for more incredible baseball players to contribute their talents to the sport that we all love [D.P.].

Ed. Note: On this oh so holy of days for baseball fans, the latest information graphic from the talented Craig Robinson of Flip Flop Fly Ball gives us an attractive break down of every Opening Day in the franchise history of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Programming note: You can join us, sadly sans Mr. Robinson, for our pre game show at 2:30 PM by clicking here.