In an Odd Way, This Former Manager Now More Valuable to Independent Leagues as a Scout
August 2, 2013 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment
The first time I met Chris Carminucci he was managing the Can-Am League’s travel team, the Grays, in 2005. Travel teams are not expected to do well, but his energy and upbeat nature were infectious. The Grays actually won half of their games the first half of the season, and it seemed obvious Carminucci would […]
Are 1800s Innings Pitched Totals Valid?
April 9, 2013 by Josh Robbins · 1 Comment
Should the enormous innings pitched totals of hurlers in the nineteenth century be adjusted based on the distance thrown? In order to compare eras, let’s take a closer look at the progression of distances from the pitching “box” to home plate since 1876. 1876-1880: 45 feet 1881-1892: 50 feet 1893-2013: 60 feet 6 in In […]
