Why Allowing Less Runs is Better Than Scoring More
February 6th, 2010 - posted in: Mets Links
Team Offense, in a season, would score 972 runs but allow 810. Their pythagorean win total would be 94, and would win 58% of their games. Team Pitching, in a season, would score 810 and allow only 648. Their pythagorean win total would be 97, and would win 59.8% of their games.
It makes sense when you think about it. Team Offense only scored 20% more runs than their opponents, while Team Defense outscored their opponents by 25%. At a lower average score, each run was more important.
Not only does this make for a better team, but it makes for a more fun baseball game to watch. Stronger pitching preserves your bullpen over a long season. Better run prevention has, time and time again, proven to be important come playoff time.
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