[stevem810]

Phil Stoke seems to defy his age, and his ratings. He's 36, owns TWO pitches, has mediocre stamina, and does not have what you would call highly rated intangibles. Yet, he manages to have an off the charts 20-1 career record.

His K totals are anemic, but his pitch to contact results are impressive. The key is he has given up a lifetime two home runs. It's clear his ball movement is aiding him in keeping the ball in the park.

The ballpark for Grand Haven is pretty much average in terms of home runs and batting averages. The team defense has a slightly better than average ZR, but Defensive Efficiency is a bit under the norm.

So, Stoke it would appear deserves credit for his numbers independent of any other statistical factors. We'll definitely look in again later in the season to see if this wily veteran from Waterford Township can keep it going.