As recently as a week ago, before injuries and the batting slump, the Diamondbacks had scored more runs per game than the Giants. Injuries matter.
To see the whole picture, we need to look at which team is older, who are the above-average players for this series, and compare the impact of injuries on the teams.
Which team is older?
The Giants are older than the Diamondbacks. In games played through 17 May, the comparisons of average ages follow:
- Starters (IP weighted averages): Giants 29.4 vs D-backs 28.5.
- Relievers (IP weighted averages): Giants 29.