From the Maniacal One...

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

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August 3, 2008

.329

Dustin Pedroia is batting .203 in the leadoff spot, .329 when batting second.

.080

Opponents hit .080 against Hideki Okajima in July.

.198

The Red Sox batted .198 with two outs and runners in scoring position in July.

1.94

Tim Wakefield's ERA is 1.94 when he retires the leadoff batter, 9.44 when the leadoff batter reaches base.

14 for 30

Pedroia is 14 for 30 with two walks when facing relievers as the first batter (.500 OBP).

5-11

The Red Sox are 5-11 in the first games of their last 16 series.