Let's give Mike Leake some credit.

[reds44]

Career xFIP:

Mat Latos: 3.59
Mike Leake 3.87

I like Latos going forward than Leake if they both are healthy, but the difference between the two isn't as big as I thought it was.

But comparisons aside, why is it problematic for a pitcher to end a season poorly, but not problematic for a pitcher to start the season poorly?

You wanna win the World Series at some point or nah?

[mdccclxix]

When Latos can't throw his breaking ball for a strike he has to rely on (a very good) fastball that can be hit around when the opponent knows it's all he's got. When Leake can't throw his breaking ball for a strike, it's a sign of the apocalypse. When he works high in the zone he is in trouble.

[KittyDuran]

Evidence be damned. The pitcher who throws faster is better.

It's "sexier"... or you can call it "pitching porn".

[westofyou]

Evidence be damned. The pitcher who throws faster is better.

Go on...

[mattfeet]

Figured this would be worth a bump for Leake's (most likely) last outing as a Red. I'll be sad to see him go as well.

Matt

[Falls City Beer]

I hope the Reds try to re-sign him. I really do.

[mattfeet]

Same here. Maybe we'll all be surprised.

[Fil3232]

I hope the Reds try to re-sign him. I really do.

Me too.

[mattfeet]

Leake: "I was sick of being mediocre. I just feel good right now."

[Ferox]

Leake: "I was sick of being mediocre. I just feel good right now."

That was a tough interview to watch. Seems like all this trade speculation has really taken its toll on him. Hope he stays but regardless, I hope he settles in a good situation.