Post by Commissioner Erick on Jun 30, 2022 7:29:45 GMT -5
Toronto Blue Jays (48-30) @ Milwaukee Brewers (54-22)
TOR: Danny Richardson (6-4, 2.79)
MIL: Mike Arnold: (10-2, 1.94)
Blue Jays 5 Key Stats:
426: Toronto’s runs scored: Toronto leads the AL in runs, unexpectedly becoming the best offense in the AL. The Blue Jays have had a good offense for a half decade, but they’re overbudget and haven’t been well managed. This year, the best Blue Jays are getting at bats and the talent is shining through.
89: RBI’s for Federico Pando: Toronto’s Pando is finally on pace to play a full season and he’s been spectacular. Pando’s on pace for 185 RBIs and has an outshot chance at 200. He’s batting .375 with a 1.121 OPS. The average and RBIs would be PBA records if they hold. Toronto has Pando on the block, but he could lead the Blue Jays to a title.
.275: Dan McDade’s OBP: Tweet McDade has stepped into Toronto’s starting Center Field role with Jahmai Jones traded. So far, the rookie has struggled. He’s not getting on base, and isn’t hitting for much power. His defense has been adequate, but he’ll need to be competent at the plate to be worthy of a starting spot.
2.79: Danny Richardson’s ERA: Richardson was a spectacular reliever for a year, but needed surgery last year. He’s come back as a starter and has looked dominant. What’s most amazing is he was once a 30th round pick, but he’s turned into one of the better pitchers in the league. He has amazing command of his sinker, which allows him to keep the ball in the zone, in the park, and under hitters’ bats.
9: Strikeouts for Eric Drouet: Drouet’s a legendary contact hitter, but this year has been something else. His strikeout rate is 2.6%, the best of his career, and he’s batting a superb .359. After being bounced all over the lineup the last few years, Drouet is batting leadoff exclusively, and it’s made a huge difference to his confidence. He’s looking like he could earn his first All-Star berth.
Brewers 5 Key Stats:
1.94: Mike Arnold’s ERA: Hawkeye has been spectacular since 2025, but he’s hitting a new gear this season. He leads the league in Wins, WAR, Strikeouts and ERA. He also leads in WHIP and FIP, Opponents Average, and Quality Starts. The miniscule ERA would be the lowest in NL history if Hawkeye keeps it up. Toronto’s top-rated offense against the best pitcher in the game will be an awesome matchup.
.227: Orlando Arcia’s Batting Average: With no Spring Training, Arcia has been rusty to begin 2028. He signed late and has only appeared in 11 Games for Milwaukee, with a .517 OPS. Arcia’s lifetime average is .283, and he hit .323 just two years ago. It may take some time to shake off the rust, but he’s a dangerous hitter when he does. He’s hit in six straight, so he may be rounding into form.
1.142: Danny Tammaro’s June OPS: Tammaro had been struggling for Milwaukee, hitting just over the Mendoza Line with an OPS in the 600s entering June. This was coming off disappointing 2026 and 2027 seasons that led to other players passing him in the depth chart. Injures to Mike Perches and Will Dulihanty have opened up time for Tammaro and he’s delivered with a monster June, culminating in a 4-5 day on Saturday with two doubles, a triple, and a home run. If Tammaro is slugging like it’s 2024 or 2025, Toronto is in trouble.
-0.7: Matt Aceto’s WAR: Aceto has been weirdly terrible this year. He’s hitting just .169 with a dismal .239 OBP. He’s put up negative Zone Rating numbers at four different positions in the field. After heating up a bit in May, he’s down to hitting .219 with five walks and 19 strikeouts in June. Mike Perches is out for the year, and Will Dulihanty and Nick Rollins are injury prone, so there will be at bats for Aceto. His inability to take advantage though, is a main reason Orlando Arcia was brought on.
1.10: Blayne Enlow’s ERA: Postseason struggles have masked the fact that Enlow is a fantastic regular season pitcher. He continues to hone his command with age, allowing fewer walks and home runs, while maintaining great stuff. His strikeout rate is down from years past, but is still an excellent 32.9%. He hasn’t allowed multiple runs in a game this year, including Spring Training. If Toronto is trying to come back late against Enlow, the Blue Jays better be at least within one run.
Questions for the GMs:
For Aaron Dunham, you’ve had the job for about a month now. What are your thoughts about your players on-field abilities? Is this a team that can go far?
Eric Drouet has played Second Base, Shortstop, and Right Field the last two years. It looks like you’ve settled in at playing him in Right. Why Right Field?
Eric Walker has hit well in the past, but is struggling this year. Do you think you need to get him more playing time?
For Luke Grimmelbein, Will Dulihanty had a quick IL trip. With Tammaro playing well, should we expect Dulihanty back in Right Field today, or is that Tammaro’s home now?
Your club is back to struggling against lefties. How much did that factor into the decision to bring Arcia into the mix?
Nick Rollins has been on the bench the last few weeks. Is he now a backup with Arcia on board?
TRIVIA: Who has scored the most postseason runs in Toronto history?
TOR: Danny Richardson (6-4, 2.79)
MIL: Mike Arnold: (10-2, 1.94)
Blue Jays 5 Key Stats:
426: Toronto’s runs scored: Toronto leads the AL in runs, unexpectedly becoming the best offense in the AL. The Blue Jays have had a good offense for a half decade, but they’re overbudget and haven’t been well managed. This year, the best Blue Jays are getting at bats and the talent is shining through.
89: RBI’s for Federico Pando: Toronto’s Pando is finally on pace to play a full season and he’s been spectacular. Pando’s on pace for 185 RBIs and has an outshot chance at 200. He’s batting .375 with a 1.121 OPS. The average and RBIs would be PBA records if they hold. Toronto has Pando on the block, but he could lead the Blue Jays to a title.
.275: Dan McDade’s OBP: Tweet McDade has stepped into Toronto’s starting Center Field role with Jahmai Jones traded. So far, the rookie has struggled. He’s not getting on base, and isn’t hitting for much power. His defense has been adequate, but he’ll need to be competent at the plate to be worthy of a starting spot.
2.79: Danny Richardson’s ERA: Richardson was a spectacular reliever for a year, but needed surgery last year. He’s come back as a starter and has looked dominant. What’s most amazing is he was once a 30th round pick, but he’s turned into one of the better pitchers in the league. He has amazing command of his sinker, which allows him to keep the ball in the zone, in the park, and under hitters’ bats.
9: Strikeouts for Eric Drouet: Drouet’s a legendary contact hitter, but this year has been something else. His strikeout rate is 2.6%, the best of his career, and he’s batting a superb .359. After being bounced all over the lineup the last few years, Drouet is batting leadoff exclusively, and it’s made a huge difference to his confidence. He’s looking like he could earn his first All-Star berth.
Brewers 5 Key Stats:
1.94: Mike Arnold’s ERA: Hawkeye has been spectacular since 2025, but he’s hitting a new gear this season. He leads the league in Wins, WAR, Strikeouts and ERA. He also leads in WHIP and FIP, Opponents Average, and Quality Starts. The miniscule ERA would be the lowest in NL history if Hawkeye keeps it up. Toronto’s top-rated offense against the best pitcher in the game will be an awesome matchup.
.227: Orlando Arcia’s Batting Average: With no Spring Training, Arcia has been rusty to begin 2028. He signed late and has only appeared in 11 Games for Milwaukee, with a .517 OPS. Arcia’s lifetime average is .283, and he hit .323 just two years ago. It may take some time to shake off the rust, but he’s a dangerous hitter when he does. He’s hit in six straight, so he may be rounding into form.
1.142: Danny Tammaro’s June OPS: Tammaro had been struggling for Milwaukee, hitting just over the Mendoza Line with an OPS in the 600s entering June. This was coming off disappointing 2026 and 2027 seasons that led to other players passing him in the depth chart. Injures to Mike Perches and Will Dulihanty have opened up time for Tammaro and he’s delivered with a monster June, culminating in a 4-5 day on Saturday with two doubles, a triple, and a home run. If Tammaro is slugging like it’s 2024 or 2025, Toronto is in trouble.
-0.7: Matt Aceto’s WAR: Aceto has been weirdly terrible this year. He’s hitting just .169 with a dismal .239 OBP. He’s put up negative Zone Rating numbers at four different positions in the field. After heating up a bit in May, he’s down to hitting .219 with five walks and 19 strikeouts in June. Mike Perches is out for the year, and Will Dulihanty and Nick Rollins are injury prone, so there will be at bats for Aceto. His inability to take advantage though, is a main reason Orlando Arcia was brought on.
1.10: Blayne Enlow’s ERA: Postseason struggles have masked the fact that Enlow is a fantastic regular season pitcher. He continues to hone his command with age, allowing fewer walks and home runs, while maintaining great stuff. His strikeout rate is down from years past, but is still an excellent 32.9%. He hasn’t allowed multiple runs in a game this year, including Spring Training. If Toronto is trying to come back late against Enlow, the Blue Jays better be at least within one run.
Questions for the GMs:
For Aaron Dunham, you’ve had the job for about a month now. What are your thoughts about your players on-field abilities? Is this a team that can go far?
Eric Drouet has played Second Base, Shortstop, and Right Field the last two years. It looks like you’ve settled in at playing him in Right. Why Right Field?
Eric Walker has hit well in the past, but is struggling this year. Do you think you need to get him more playing time?
For Luke Grimmelbein, Will Dulihanty had a quick IL trip. With Tammaro playing well, should we expect Dulihanty back in Right Field today, or is that Tammaro’s home now?
Your club is back to struggling against lefties. How much did that factor into the decision to bring Arcia into the mix?
Nick Rollins has been on the bench the last few weeks. Is he now a backup with Arcia on board?
TRIVIA: Who has scored the most postseason runs in Toronto history?
