World Series Game 2 preview: ‘Electric' Jimenez and brainy Schilling face off

Nobody ever accused him of being a rocket scientist -- OK, so a few people have -- but there's also no doubt that Curt Schilling is one of the most studious people in baseball. On days in between starts, Schilling devours video and scouting reports until his eyes turn red, so one can only imagine how what he's gone through this week.

As he prepares for his start against the Colorado Rockies in Game 2 of the World Series on Thursday, Schilling has some personal files that could suit him well. Whatever he consulted prior to his June 13 start against them didn't help a bit. In that game, the Sox right-hander lasted only five-plus innings, giving up nine hits and six runs (five earned), including the Brad Hawpe three-run home run that led to nine straight runs by the 12-2 winners.