Total number of hits allowed by a baseball pitcher
In Baseball statistics, hits allowed (HA) signifies the total number of hits allowed by a pitcher.
Definition
A hit occurs when a batter strikes the baseball into fair territory and reaches base without doing so via an error or a fielder's choice.[1]
Type of Hits
There are four types of hits in baseball: singles, doubles, triples, and home runs. All are counted equally in the hits allowed statistic.[1]
Calculation
Hits allowed is a cumulative statistic, simply tallying the total number of hits a pitcher gives up over the course of a game, season, or career.
- Hits Per Nine Innings (H/9): This stat represents the average number of hits a pitcher allows per nine innings pitched. It's calculated by dividing hits allowed by innings pitched and multiplying by nine.[2]
- WHIP (Walks and Hits per Inning Pitched): Hits allowed is a component of this popular pitching statistic.[1]
Significance
Hits allowed is a fundamental measure of a pitcher's effectiveness, as allowing fewer hits generally correlates with preventing runs.[2]
Context
While hits allowed is important, it should be considered alongside other statistics like strikeouts, walks, and innings pitched for a more comprehensive evaluation of a pitcher's performance.[3]
See also
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