Sabermetrics

era vs fip

ERA vs FIP: Why Two Pitchers With the Same ERA Are Not Equal

MichaelFranklin

Two pitchers can finish with the same ERA and tell different stories. One may be missing bats, limiting walks and ...

OPS vs Batting Average: Which Hitting Stat Actually Tells You More?

MichaelFranklin

A hitter goes 2-for-4 with two singles, while another goes 1-for-3 with a home run and a walk. Batting average ...

what is war in baseball

What Is WAR in Baseball? Wins Above Replacement Explained Simply

MichaelFranklin

WAR appears in almost every MVP debate, Hall of Fame comparison, trade discussion, and free-agent argument. One player may lead ...