From the Maniacal One...

This week's obscure but telling facts from statistician Chuck Waseleski of Millers Falls (through Friday):

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July 27, 2008

.323

David Ortiz is hitting .323 with two outs and runners in scoring position. The rest of the team is at .211.

.346

Craig Hansen has allowed the first batters he has faced to hit .346. After the first batter, opponents are hitting .205 against him.

.188

Opponents are hitting .188 against Javier Lopez with runners in scoring position.

26-4, 10-8

The Red Sox are 26-4 when they score first at home, 10-8 when their opponents score first.

.277

Dustin Pedroia is hitting .277 after 0-and-2 counts.

.381

Kevin Youkilis is hitting .381 in day games.