[dylbert]

Scud -- reread Moneyball. A's are experiment in statistical anomolies instead of team consisting of baseball players.

Process overrates college players, batters who swing less and walk more, and pitchers who fit certain Billy Beane profile.

Object is to move player at his peak value prior to entering arbitration-eligible year. System works for making playoffs. It just does not deliver results during post-season play.

I am lifelong Astros fan... oops, disAstros fan. Or, LAstros, if you prefer. At least your GM is trying to win.