Mueller made 19 errors in 1998

Although he seems to be possessed by the throwing arm of Chuck Knoblauch, Bill Mueller is far from his season high for errors of 19 committed while playing 145 games in 1998 for the San Francisco Giants. If anything, he’s on pace to have one of his best seasons in the field, with only eight errors through 100 games played.

Still, the impact of errors, like anything else in life, comes down to the timing. Lately, Mueller’s have cost the Red Sox dearly. These things even out over a 162-game schedule.

So, Red Sox Nation, do not call for the head of Bill Mueller on a silver platter. Particularly for a side order of Youkilis. If history has told us anything about Bill Mueller is that if he’s not performing well in a particular area, there’s usually an injury involved. Don’t be surprised to hear of bone chips or sore elbow some time in the near future.