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WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched) is a baseball statistic that measures the number of baserunners a pitcher has allowed per inning pitched. It provides insight into a pitcher's effectiveness at preventing batters from reaching base.
The calculator uses the WHIP formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the average number of baserunners allowed per inning pitched, providing a measure of a pitcher's ability to prevent opponents from reaching base.
Details: WHIP is a valuable metric for evaluating pitcher performance. Lower WHIP values indicate better performance, as they show the pitcher allows fewer baserunners per inning. It's widely used by baseball analysts, scouts, and fantasy baseball players to assess pitcher effectiveness.
Tips: Enter the number of walks, hits, and innings pitched. All values must be valid (walks ≥ 0, hits ≥ 0, innings > 0).
Q1: What is considered a good WHIP in baseball?
A: Generally, a WHIP below 1.00 is excellent, between 1.00-1.25 is very good, 1.25-1.32 is average, and above 1.32 is below average.
Q2: How does WHIP compare to ERA?
A: While ERA measures runs allowed, WHIP measures baserunners allowed. WHIP can be a better indicator of a pitcher's true performance as it's less affected by defensive support and luck.
Q3: Can WHIP be used for all levels of baseball?
A: Yes, WHIP is applicable at all levels of baseball from youth leagues to professional play, though interpretation of "good" values may vary by level.
Q4: Are there limitations to WHIP?
A: WHIP doesn't account for the quality of hits (singles vs. extra-base hits) or differentiate between intentional and unintentional walks.
Q5: How is WHIP used in fantasy baseball?
A: WHIP is a common category in fantasy baseball leagues, helping team owners evaluate pitcher performance beyond traditional win-loss records.