Gold Country Gossamers vs Newark Slam Dumps
Pedro Martinez (18-6, 1.74) vs Randy Johnson (16-14, 2.60)
Gold Country travels to Newark on opening night, pitting two of the greats of the 1990s and 2000's against each other. Martinez is the recognized #1 pitcher in ATB history, amassing a 123-50 record since ATB VI. This version of Johnson, 2004, has been used just three times in the past, but always with great results. In over 730 innings of work, Johnson has averaged a 2.81 ERA and 1.12 WHIP.
John McDonald Fanclub vs Londonderry Machine
Cy Blanton (18-13, 2.58) vs Babe Adams (17-10, 1.98 ERA)
Typically solid, Blanton has averaged a 3.68 ERA and 1.32 WHIP over the past 7 seasons. His less than stellar 82-65 Win-Loss record is more of a reflection of the teams his been on than his status as team ace. Facing Blanton, is Babe Adams who until this draft has arguably the most underrated pitcher in the game. Adams owns a 99-72 record along with 3.58 ERA and 1.20 WHIP.
DC Chips vs Texas Gringos
George Bradley (25-15, 2.71) vs Christy Mathewson (37-11, 1.43)
A relative unknown, Bradley gets the opening day nod for the DC Chips. He's appeared in just one previous season, but pitched brilliantly to the tune of 15-6 record and a 2.35 ERA. Opposing him is the oft confusing Christy Mathewson. How could this man not be the "Pedro" of the deadball era? In 4 previous seasons he has been great (3.21 ERA, 1.19 WHIP); in 3 others he's been an early round bust (5.12 ERA, 1.60 WHIP).
Nottingham Outlaws vs Bridgewater Brazen Beanballers
Jim Palmer (21-10, 2.07) vs Addie Joss (24-11, 1.16)
This version of Jim Palmer (1972) has no official ATB record, with his playing time coming prior to ATB VI, before statistical records were logged for posterity. Addie Joss however, is no stranger to opening day. Considered a #1 starter for time out of mind, Joss has totaled over 1400 career ATB innings and averages a 1.27 WHIP and 3.86 ERA.
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