Jared Jones Is Giving Opponents Fewer Free Passes
Jared Jones has turned a rough stretch on the mound into a run of far fewer free passes. From August 5 through September 3, his walk rate was 13.3 percent over…
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Andrew Painter’s Runs Came From Contact That Fell In
Andrew Painter’s earned runs have outpaced the quality of contact he allows, with too many ordinary balls ending as hits.
Michael Lorenzen’s Run Gap Starts With Too Much Traffic
Michael Lorenzen has allowed far too many baserunners and damaging hits, while his earned-run average still runs higher than the contact-based estimate.
Jeffrey Springs’ Soft Contact Still Carries Run Risk
Jeffrey Springs has allowed runs at a rate his overall contact does not fully explain, but his fly-ball shape gives those runs a place to come from.
Hunter Goodman’s Strikeout Drop Has an Awkward Shadow
Hunter Goodman is putting more balls in play, even as his swing-and-miss profile remains stubbornly loud.
Hunter Goodman’s Big Swing Still Finds More Contact
Hunter Goodman is putting more balls in play, though his plate appearances still look like those of an aggressive hitter.
Matt Olson’s Loud Contact Has One Missing Ingredient
Matt Olson’s strikeout-rate move ranks fourth among 172 batters measured, and the striking part is what it means for a hitter: more balls in play against a…