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Five Numbers, Special Playoff Edition: The Reds' Secret Sleeper, The Giants' And Padres' Knack For Strikeouts, And More

In this season's final edition of Five Numbers, we look at the Braves' pair of aged relief aces, the Rockies' run in retrospect, the Giants' and Padres' ability to make hitters whiff, the Reds' rotation sleeper, and the Rangers' ease of competition.
ST. LOUIS - SEPTEMBER 16: Yorvit Torrealba #8 of the San Diego Padres returns to the dugout after striking out against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on September 16 2010 in St. Louis Missouri.  (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Five Numbers: On The Padres' Potentially Historic Collapse, And More

Herein, we discuss the magnitude of the collapse staring the Padres in the face. We also examine AJ Burnett's curveball, Florida's infield defense, a Mariners fun fact, and the Twins' remarkable hot streak. Math!

Five Numbers: Troy Tulowitzki's Crazy September, Evan Longoria's Fan-Pleasing Defense, And More

Is Troy Tulowitzki literally on fire? Probably not, as that would impede his performance more than aid it, but let's talk about him anyway. Let's talk about Derek Jeter, Evan Longoria, Rafael Betancourt, and the Phillies, too.
SOUTH BEND IN - SEPTEMBER 11: Denard Robinson #16 of the Michigan Wolverines pushes off a tackle attempt by Manti Te'o #5 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the final minute at Notre Dame Stadium on September 11 2010 in South Bend Indiana. Michigan defeated Notre Dame 28-24. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

The Alphabetical: Exploring The College Football Fan Enthusiasm Life Cycle

Gameday

'Rolling Logistical Miracle': Behind-The-Scenes With ESPN's GameDay

Five Numbers: Jose Bautista's Other League-Leading Statistic, Oakland's Magnificent Infield Defense, And More

This week, we touch on Jose Bautista, the Oakland A's infield, Johan Santana's changeup, some midseason additions, and Brandon Morrow's lousy luck.
EAST RUTHERFORD NJ - AUGUST 27:  Antonio Cromartie #31 of the New York Jets is introduced before the game against the Washington Redskins  during their preseason game on August 27 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium  in East Rutherford New Jersey.  (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

NFL Season Preview: Football, Why Do We Love You So?

Five Numbers: Carlos Gonzalez's Home Dominance, Baseball's Wave Of Flamethrowers, And More

Carlos Gonzalez has a big giant split. Dan Haren's strikeouts are down just a bit. Jason Heyward has re-learned how to hit. Aroldis Chapman's fastball will make finesse pitchers quit. The Padres are playing like poop.
ATLANTA - APRIL 22:  Omar Infante #4 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after scoring against the Philiadelphia Phillies at Turner Field on April 22, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Albert Pujols, Joey Votto, And The Triple Crown Villains Who Plot Their Ruin

A Meditation On Melo: Where He Is, Where He's Been, And Where He Might Go