Garrett Acton | Excessive Analysis

Nathaniel Stoltz

May 9, 20231 min read

Podcast Season 2, Episode 9: 2023 A's System Q&A #1

The first Q&A episode of the podcast in 2023 tackles a varied set of topics with plenty of detail.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Mar 31, 20231 min read

Podcast Season 2, Episode 2: Previewing the Las Vegas Aviators

Breaking down the A's AAA team's Opening Day roster.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Jul 28, 202220 min read

A's Minors Midseason Statistical Check-In, Part 6: Pitching Plate Discipline

In this installment of the midseason review, I check in on how the A's minor league pitchers' plate discipline metrics are trending.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Jul 3, 20229 min read

A's Midseason Top 50 Prospects: #20-11

The penultimate portion of the list features a number of players who have broken out in the past year.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Jun 28, 20221 min read

Podcast Episode 5: Completely Avoiding the 80s

The podcast returns for Episode 5, with breakdowns of some fascinating players.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Jun 22, 202218 min read

A's Minors Midseason Statistical Check-In, Part 4: Pitching Batted Ball Distributions

Checking in on the A's system's best and worst pitchers in various batted ball stats and offering some context for them.

Nathaniel Stoltz

Jun 11, 202216 min read

A's Minors Midseason Statistical Check-In, Part 2: Pitching Basics

Checking in on the A's system's best and worst pitchers in triple-slash stats allowed, ERA, FIP, and xFIP, and offering some explanations.

Nathaniel Stoltz

May 10, 202212 min read

Garrett Acton: College Closer to MLB Closer?

Watch out: Garrett Acton is wielding the best stuff of his career. What're the chances he can play an important role in future A's bullpens?