pitching stat

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Pitching Stat

Noun:

A pitching stat refers to a statistical measurement that quantifies the performance of a baseball pitcher.

Sample Sentence: The pitching stat known as earned run average (ERA) is widely used to evaluate a pitcher's effectiveness.

Sense 1:

In the context of baseball, a pitching stat can be a record of a specific accomplishment or achievement by a pitcher.

Sample Sentence: Nolan Ryan holds the pitching stat for the most career strikeouts.

Sense 2:

A pitching stat can also refer to a summary of a pitcher's overall performance over a period of time.

Sample Sentence: The pitching stat for the season indicates that he has a high strikeout rate and a low walk rate.