The Series Cynic: Braves still searching for answers
As the Braves continue to lose, Ben Bussard analyzes their most futile errors.
Cynicism Nutshell: Following two consecutive inter-divisional series losses, the Braves (13-18) now sit in last place in the N.L. East and are six games behind the division-leading Phillies.
The Atlanta offense ranks 15th (out of 16 teams) in the National League with a .232 team batting average but ranks first in gut-wrenching disappointment—not an official statistic, yet.
Kudos to Bobby Cox for playing musical chairs with the third spot in the lineup for Sunday afternoon’s series finale, but I’m not too sure if Melky Cabrera (.192, 0 HR, 8 RBIs) is the best option.