Ever wondered how many wins pitchers miss out on due to bullpen blunders? Let’s dive into the hidden stats!
Summary
- Discover the impact of relief pitchers on starting pitchers’ win-loss records.
- Explore the nuances of determining wins lost due to blown saves over the years.
- Understand the challenges in attributing a no decision solely to bullpen performance.
Insights from Users
Winter_Whale finds humor in closers blowing leads and still getting the win, creating comic relief in tense situations.
Mr_Oberts highlights the complexity of determining wins lost, especially in scenarios like tie games or trailing when exiting.
Otocump emphasizes that wins are what matters to pitchers most, shifting the focus to individual contributions over bullpen reliability.
Exploring Stats
Slumber72 guides on locating the ‘wins lost’ stat on baseball reference pages, shedding light on pitchers’ missed opportunities for wins.
Johnnymack2165 simplifies the quest for this data by pointing out the importance of the box score in unraveling pitching performances.
AWL10X raises the question of funding sources to delve deeper into uncovering these hidden win-loss stats.
The Endless Debate
Jojobubbles delves into the intricacies of attributing no decisions to bullpen blows, highlighting the multifaceted nature of determining pitcher victories.