So in yesterday's posting I showed what the math looked like for the Worcester Bravehearts to catch either the Torrington Titans or Wachusett Dirt Dawgs, the teams directly in front of them in the standings. I was asked later in the day if the Bravehearts could catch other teams in the standings, and the answer... Continue Reading →
Bravehearts playoff scenario with a week to go
With seven games to go in the season the Worcester Bravehearts' playoff chances have come into focus. Firstly, from the Futures Collegiate Baseball League site, this is the playoff structure for this season: The 2015 FCBL playoffs will feature eight teams in a three-round format. Rounds One and Two will be one game knockout rounds,... Continue Reading →
Bravehearts continue fight for final FCBL playoff spot
The Worcester Bravehearts went into the FCBL All-Star break fighting for the eighth and final playoff spot, and still find themselves in that same fight as the eighth week of the summer season ends. While the Bravehearts are three in the loss column behind the last playoff spot they're also just five behind second place... Continue Reading →
Bravehearts still in the FCBL playoff chase
As the FCBL season hits the All-Star break the Worcester Bravehearts still find themselves in the thick of the playoff race for the eighth and final spot. Worcester officially finished the week 3-2 due to a suspended game on Sunday, a game they trailed in when the field in Pittsfield became unplayable due to rain.... Continue Reading →
Bravehearts have another .500 week; Still fighting for last playoff spot
On paper, last week the Worcester Bravehearts had the same week as the previous one by going 3-3 over their last six games. But this past week was a little different, as Sunday's loss to the Martha's Vineyard Sharks was one that could be a pivotal point in their season. Will losing after having a... Continue Reading →
Bravehearts .500 week keeps them in the playoff chase
Before the start of Tuesday's game several fans at the HIP were discussing the Worcester Bravehearts playoff chances and not a single person thought the team wouldn't make a run at grabbing the eighth and final spot on the FCBL playoffs. It was also agreed the team didn't need a huge winning streak to get... Continue Reading →