New York magazine took Nate Silver's "Secret Sauce" theory and applied it to this year's teams, and it showed that the Yankees are favorites to succeed in this fall's playoffs.
In its simplest terms, the theory emphasizes a power pitching staff, a good closer and good defense to win a short series.
The Dodgers ended up second in this statistical ranking, followed by the Giants, Tigers and Red Sox.
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Right-hander Brad Penny cleared waivers Monday and will sign with the Giants, sources said, according to an ESPN.com report.
Penny is 7-8 with a 5.61 ERA this season, and 101-83 in his career. He will make a prorated minimum salary with the Giants, and is expected to join their rotation as the team's fifth starter.
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Aug 31, 2009 12:47 PM EST
The waiver period for trades before the September 1 roster deadline will come and go without the Cubs having made a deal, according to MLB sources, as reported by ESPN.com.
Rich Harden, claimed by the Twins, and Aaron Heilman, claimed by the Giants, will continue to pitch for the Cubs.
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Giants Aug 2009 Archive
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ESPN | Aug 30, 2009
Randy Johnson expects to return to the mound for the Giants in 2009 as a reliever.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Aug 29, 2009
The Giants are in need of a fifth starter.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Aug 29, 2009
Tim Lincecum struck out eight batters in eight scoreless innings in San Francisco's 2-0 win over the Rockies on Friday.
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SI.com | Aug 28, 2009
Trevor Hoffman has been claimed on waivers by the San Francisco Giants.
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ESPN | Aug 28, 2009
The Giants and Marlins are interested in Brad Penny, who was placed on waivers by the Red Sox this week.
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ESPN | Aug 27, 2009
The Colorado Rockies, San Francisco Giants and Florida Marlins are all interested in acquiring Brad Penny.
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Sports Illustrated | Aug 24, 2009
Tim Lincecum will be eligible for arbitration for the first time this winter.
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Mercury News | Aug 24, 2009
Jeff Kent had his best seasons as a member of the Giants.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Aug 22, 2009
Freddy Sanchez feels bad that he hasn't been able to help the Giants in their push towards the postseason.
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San Jose Mercury News | Aug 21, 2009
Bengie Molina wants a two-year contract extension from the Giants, but nothing has been discussed.
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MLB.com | Aug 18, 2009
David Wright and Matt Cain met to shake hands on Monday, two days after the Giants pitcher hit the Mets third baseman in the helmet with a fastball.
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San Francisco Chronicle | Aug 18, 2009
Buster Posey will not be called up by the Giants before the end of the 2009 season.
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MLB.com | Aug 18, 2009
The Giants signed RHP Zack Wheeler and C Thomas Joseph prior to Monday's deadline.
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AP | Aug 16, 2009
Mets 3B David Wright sustained a concussion after being hit in the helmet by Giants starter Matt Cain on Saturday.
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Contra Costa Times | Aug 11, 2009
The Giants have a crowded outfield, which could mean less playing time for veteran Randy Winn.
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AP | Aug 11, 2009
Dodgers pitcher Chad Billingsley will miss his scheduled start against the Giants on Wednesday.
