Filtering for elite skills in the run to the finish line
Aug 18 2024
This column simply filters through some criteria to reach a subset of relievers with elite skills for your stretch drive.
The filtering criteria for this column are simple: 1) at least one save or hold so far this season; 2) at least one save or hold projected for the balance of the season; 3) an xERA at or under 3.50 so far this season; 4) an xERA at or under 3.50 projected for the balance of the season; 5) a WHIP at or under 1.25 so far this season; 6) a WHIP at or under 1.25 projected for the balance of the season; 7) a K% at or better than 25% so far this season; 8) a K% at or better than 25% projected for the balance of the season; 9) a K%-BB% at or better than 20% so far this season; and 10) a K%-BB% at or better than 20% projected...
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