this is one of the very best “what happened to this player” articles i have ever read in any sport. the depth of analysis and persistence of questioning on what may/may not have gone differently for Cole Hamels this year as opposed to last is the type of thing any good statistical writer should aspire to. if you dont have a subscription to BP (and you should if only from voting for me in my losing effort to Matt et al!) let me know, i will get the content to you, it’s worth it.