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Old 08-23-2016, 06:50 PM   #34
Llamaboy
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Originally Posted by Lockdog View Post
For ratings, I feel the catcher ability rating is too broad. I would split it into glovework (generating strikes and avoiding errors) and blocking/reflexes (avoiding passed balls and general reaction time). As far as metrics go, it would be great to have a runs saved metric like defensive runs saved or defensive runs above average. I think that would be a good supplement to zone rating.
I also find Catcher Ability to be too broad, especially when we get more ratings for every other position. I'd like to see a Game-Calling Rating, an errors/passed balls rating, and an arm rating. Maybe a framing Rating, but that could be included in the game-calling.
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