I’ve begun to do some cursory research into what will likely be a part piece wrapping up the Pirates first half to be published at the all-star break.  I found the following numbers interesting, so I thought I’d post them today.

What this shows is that the 2009 Pirates, when compared to league average, are .185 runs per game ahead of league average in the 2 categroies that most directly correlate to wins and losses, run scoring and run prevention.  Anyway, look for this and much more in about 2 weeks when the all-star break rolls around.  Barring a trade or the Pirates making a big move, I don’t expect to post anything other than the occasional game notes and links between now and then.