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Originally Posted by TGH-Adfabre
The following is opinion and preference:
I check ERA (it is a contextual stat but it is still useful), then I check K/BB ration, WHIP, BABIP and see if any of those stats explain the ERA.
To me the bottom line is the number of run allowed. How they are, or are
not, being allowed is important to understand if it is my pitcher, bad luck or my defense.
This will also help:
BABIP
WHIP |
ERA was my first step as well. But that my be totally skewed by other factors if I am looking for a good trade (their ballpark may be larger, reducing home runs) or the team's defense may be very strong, covering for the pitcher's mistakes.
I used BB/9 to get rid of unreliable pitchers - that I found didn't have the Stuff to get out of tight situation (runners on).
Any other worthwhile stats?