Baseball Season Tracking Analysis

September 25, 2026
Baseball Sports Data Visualization


Published: June 25, 2021
Updated: September 25, 2026 at 01:00AM



Welcome

Welcome to my baseball season data analysis. This page offers interactive visualizations and detailed data tables that capture team and player performance throughout Major League Baseball (MLB) seasons. You can explore cumulative wins, run differentials, scoring trends, and advanced player statistics such as Wins Above Replacement, on-base plus slugging, and earned run average. The charts and tables highlight team momentum, offensive and defensive strengths, and individual contributions, providing a clear view of which teams and players are excelling over time.

All data are sourced from Baseball Reference and updated daily during the regular season, allowing you to track changes as the season unfolds. Whether you’re a fan, analyst, or fantasy baseball player, these visualizations offer an accessible, data-driven perspective on MLB performance. I hope you find these visualizations and data tables helpful in understanding the current MLB season. Thank you for visiting the page.




Executive Summary1

As the regular season nears its conclusion, the latest box scores highlight the end-of-season standings across Major League Baseball. The data show the Milwaukee Brewers leading the league with 99 wins and a 62.66% win percentage across 158 games. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays follow closely, with 97 wins and 96 wins, respectively. Tampa Bay secured the American League East division crown, an achievement that news reports indicate reflects their success in a highly competitive division. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox have accumulated 81 wins and a 51.27% win rate, marking a substantial improvement from previous years. This rebound comes after consecutive 100-loss seasons, a turnaround that news reports indicate recently secured them an American League playoff berth.

The first notable statistical pattern involves the Milwaukee Brewers’ run metrics and pitching efficiency. The data show Milwaukee maintains a median of 4 runs scored and 3 runs allowed per game. They also reached a maximum of 22 runs scored in a single contest, generating a robust overall run differential. Their pitching staff may account for much of this success, anchored by starter Jacob Misiorowski. Misiorowski accumulated 6.1 Wins Above Replacement and a 0.803 Walks and Hits Per Inning Pitched metric over the season. This high level of pitching efficiency may reflect key developmental adjustments, which news reports suggest involve maximized velocity and refined command.

A second distinct pattern emerges in the performance of the Chicago Cubs, who currently hold 87 wins and a 55.06% win percentage. The data show the Cubs possess a median of 4 runs scored per game, but their maximum offensive output reached 23 runs. Their standard deviation for runs scored is 3.66, which ranks among the highest in the major leagues. This statistical profile indicates a high degree of game-to-game variance in their offensive production. Their runs allowed standard deviation of 3.45 similarly points to fluctuations in their pitching and defensive outcomes. Despite this volatility, the team secured a postseason spot, which news reports indicate marks their second consecutive playoff berth.

The Cubs’ overall team success correlates with exceptional individual durability from their core position players. Outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the league with 9.8 Wins Above Replacement, providing substantial value across 154 games played. The statistics show he has hit 45 home runs and recorded 39 stolen bases over 614 at-bats to date. He subsequently secured his 40th stolen base of the year, and news reports suggest he is now the seventh player in history to join the 40-home run, 40-stolen base club. Defensively, Chicago relies heavily on everyday contributors, with Crow-Armstrong logging 1,345 innings and Nico Hoerner logging 1,344 innings up the middle. Additionally, first baseman Michael Busch has played 156 games and participated in 108 double plays, further stabilizing their infield defense.

Across the league, starting pitching durability remains a critical component of team success. The Philadelphia Phillies highlight this trend, featuring Cristopher Sánchez, who has thrown 200 innings and generated 7.7 Wins Above Replacement. Similarly, Zack Wheeler has contributed 5.6 Wins Above Replacement for Philadelphia, helping the team reach 87 wins and a 55.06% win rate. In the American League, Tanner Bibee of the Cleveland Guardians and Logan Gilbert of the Seattle Mariners share the league lead with 182 innings pitched. The Guardians have leveraged their durable pitching staff to 82 wins, a performance that news reports suggest secured them a third straight playoff berth. These bulk innings from top-of-the-rotation starters often provide the necessary foundation for teams to navigate the rigorous regular season schedule effectively.



Cumulative Wins

This figure presents cumulative wins by MLB team during the current season. Each panel corresponds to a single team, with the x-axis representing the progression of the season by date and the y-axis showing the total number of wins accumulated to date. This display helps illustrate how quickly teams have been winning games relative to one another and provides a clear view of momentum, slumps, or sustained success over time. Because the plot updates automatically as new data become available, it reflects each team’s current position in the season at the time of the most recent refresh.

Cumulative line graphs showing the number of wins over time for each Major League Baseball team during the current season. Each panel represents one team, with lines rising as teams win games. The graph provides a comparative view of how fast different teams have accumulated wins as of the latest update.

Graph Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com




Head-to-Head Records

This figure presents a cross-tabulated heat map detailing the head-to-head performance of each MLB team during the current season. Each row corresponds to a specific team, while the columns represent their respective opponents. The intersecting cells contain text displaying the exact win-loss record for that specific matchup. Additionally, the background of each cell is colored according to the head-to-head differential using a diverging color scale, where positive values—indicating a favorable margin—and negative values—indicating an unfavorable margin—are visually distinguished. Teams whose rows feature a higher concentration of blues demonstrate broader dominance across the league. In contrast, rows saturated with reds highlight teams struggling against a variety of opponents. This visualization offers a comprehensive, at-a-glance snapshot of individual matchup advantages, intra-league parity, and overall team competitiveness to date.

Heatmap showing the current head-to-head win-loss records and differentials for each MLB team. The vertical axis lists each team and the horizontal axis lists their opponents. Each cell contains text indicating the team's record against that opponent, with the cell's background colored on a diverging scale—blue for a positive differential and red for a negative differential—illustrating the degree of head-to-head dominance.

Graph Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com




Runs Scored vs. Runs Allowed

This figure plots runs scored against runs allowed for each MLB team during the current season. Each panel corresponds to a single team, with individual points representing games. Points above the diagonal dashed line indicate games in which the team scored more runs than it allowed (wins), while points below the line indicate losses. Points are colored according to game outcome to distinguish between wins and losses. Teams with a larger number of points above the line tend to outscore their opponents more consistently, reflecting stronger overall performance. The figure provides a visual summary of each team’s run-scoring and defensive patterns across all games to date.

Scatterplots showing runs scored versus runs allowed for each Major League Baseball team in the current season. Each point represents a single game. Points above the dashed diagonal line indicate wins; points below indicate losses. Teams with more points above the line generally have stronger offensive and defensive performance. Each team is displayed in its own panel for comparison.

Graph Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com




Runs Differentials


Histograms

This figure shows histograms of game-level run differentials for each MLB team during the current season. Each bar represents the number of games with a given scoring margin, using a bin width of one run. Positive run differentials correspond to wins, while negative values correspond to losses. Bars are colored according to game outcome, distinguishing victories from defeats. Teams with histograms skewed to the right tend to win by larger margins or more frequently, indicating stronger overall performance. In contrast, teams with distributions centered near zero or skewed left tend to have closer or less favorable results. The figure offers a concise visual summary of how dominant — or narrowly competitive — each team’s games have been.

Histograms showing the distribution of game-level run differentials for each Major League Baseball team in the current season. Bars to the right of zero represent wins, and those to the left represent losses. Bars are colored by game outcome. Teams with histograms skewed right tend to win by larger margins; teams with more bars near or below zero have narrower or less favorable results.

Graph Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Player Statistics


Batting

This table summarizes individual batting performance across Major League Baseball for all players with at least 25 at bats during the current season. It provides a comprehensive view of offensive production through both traditional and advanced metrics. Basic counting statistics such as games played (G), plate appearances (PA), hits (H), home runs (HR), and runs batted in (RBI) capture each player’s volume and contribution to team scoring. Rate-based measures—including batting average (BA), on-base percentage (OBP), slugging percentage (SLG), and on-base plus slugging (OPS)—reflect overall hitting efficiency and power.

Advanced indicators such as Wins Above Replacement (WAR), OPS+, and weighted on-base average (rOBA) contextualize performance relative to league and ballpark environments. Together, these metrics allow for comparisons across teams and player types, highlighting both consistent contributors and standout performers. The table serves as a detailed reference for evaluating individual offensive value throughout the season.

Note: Table displays rows only for players with at least 25 at bats.
Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


*: Left-Handed Batter
#: Switch Hitter
G – Games Played
PA – Plate Appearances
AB – At Bats
R – Runs Scored/Allowed
H – Hits/Hits Allowed
2B – Doubles Hit/Allowed
3B – Triples Hit/Allowed
HR – Home Runs Hit/Allowed
RBI – Runs Batted In
SB – Stolen Bases
CS – Caught Stealing
BB – Bases on Balls/Walks
SO – Strikeouts
BA – Hits/At Bats
OBP – (H + BB + HBP)/(At Bats + BB + HBP + SF)
SLG – Total Bases/At Bats
OPS – On-Base + Slugging Percentages
OPS+ – OPS+ Adjusted to the player’s ballpark(s)
GIDP – Double Plays Grounded Into
IBB – Intentional Bases on Balls


Distributions and Leaders in Selected Statistics


Wins Above Replacement

This interactive plot shows the distribution of Wins Above Replacement (WAR) for Major League Baseball batters during the current season. Each horizontal box represents the spread of WAR values among players on a given team, with individual points marking each qualifying batter. Hovering over a point reveals the player’s name, team, and WAR value. The plot excludes players who have not reached the minimum number of at-bats required for inclusion, providing a clearer view of team-level performance among regular contributors.

By displaying both central tendencies and outliers, the visualization highlights how WAR varies across teams—some showing tightly clustered distributions indicative of balanced rosters, while others have one or two high-impact players driving overall team value. These differences help illustrate where player contributions are concentrated and which teams benefit most from top-tier offensive performance.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com



This figure shows the distribution of Wins Above Replacement (WAR) among all qualified batters for the current season. Each bar represents the number of players within a given WAR range. The accompanying table lists the ten players with the highest WAR values, providing a reference for those whose overall contributions most exceed that of a replacement-level player. Together, the figure and table help illustrate the spread of player value across the league based on combined offensive, defensive, and baserunning performance.

League-wide Leaders: Wins Above Replacement
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team WAR
1 Pete Crow-Armstrong* CHC 9.8
2 Brice Turang* MIL 7.2
3 Kevin McGonigle* DET 6.9
4 Yordan Alvarez* HOU 6.6
5 Bobby Witt Jr. KCR 6.5
6 Gabriel Moreno ARI 6.1
7 Wilyer Abreu* BOS 5.9
8 Otto Lopez MIA 5.8
9 Andy Pages LAD 5.8
10 Junior Caminero TBR 5.6
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


On-Base Plus Slugging Percentage

This figure shows the distribution of On-Base Plus Slugging Percentage (OPS) across all qualified batters. Each bar represents the number of players whose OPS falls within a particular range. The accompanying table identifies the ten players with the highest OPS values, offering a snapshot of the league’s strongest overall offensive performers. Together, these outputs demonstrate how effectively players combine on-base ability and power hitting.

Histogram showing the distribution of On-Base Plus Slugging Percentage among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents OPS values, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: On-Base Plus Slugging Percentage
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team OPS
1 Josue De Paula* LAD 1.081
2 Jahmai Jones BOS 1.062
3 Yordan Alvarez* HOU 1.035
4 Joshua Kuroda-Grauer ATH 0.971
5 Eduardo Valencia DET 0.968
6 Juan Brito# CIN 0.953
7 Pete Crow-Armstrong* CHC 0.949
8 Randal Grichuk CHW 0.933
9 Yohandy Morales WSN 0.930
10 Juan Soto* NYM 0.920
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Runs Batted In

This figure shows the distribution of Runs Batted In (RBI) across all qualified batters. Each bar corresponds to the number of players whose RBI totals fall within a specified range. The accompanying table highlights the ten players with the highest RBI counts, illustrating the league’s top run producers. This output provides a league-wide view of offensive productivity in terms of driving in runs.

Histogram showing the distribution of Runs Batted In among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents RBI totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Runs Batted In
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team RBI
1 Alec Burleson* STL 112
2 Pete Alonso BAL 110
3 Sal Stewart CIN 110
4 Pete Crow-Armstrong* CHC 107
5 CJ Abrams* WSN 103
6 Yordan Alvarez* HOU 102
7 Jordan Walker STL 100
8 Rafael Devers* SFG 98
9 Junior Caminero TBR 97
10 Ben Rice* NYY 97
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Home Runs

This figure presents the distribution of Home Run totals among all qualified batters. Each bar indicates the number of players whose Home Run counts fall within a given range. The accompanying table lists the ten players with the most Home Runs, highlighting leading power hitters. Together, the outputs display how frequently players hit for power across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Home Runs among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents Home Run totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Home Runs
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team HR
1 Pete Crow-Armstrong* CHC 45
2 Kyle Schwarber* PHI 45
3 Pete Alonso BAL 41
4 Junior Caminero TBR 41
5 Matt Olson* ATL 41
6 Yordan Alvarez* HOU 41
7 Ben Rice* NYY 41
8 Hunter Goodman COL 39
9 Rafael Devers* SFG 37
10 Brandon Lowe* PIT 34
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Stolen Bases

This figure shows the distribution of Stolen Bases across all qualified batters. Each bar represents the number of players with stolen base totals in a particular range. The accompanying table identifies the ten players with the most Stolen Bases, illustrating the league’s most aggressive or successful baserunners. These outputs together highlight differences in base-stealing frequency and effectiveness among players.

Histogram showing the distribution of Stolen Bases among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents Stolen Base totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Stolen Bases
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team SB
1 Nasim Nuñez# WSN 49
2 Chandler Simpson* TBR 46
3 Bobby Witt Jr. KCR 43
4 Jazz Chisholm Jr.* NYY 41
5 Pete Crow-Armstrong* CHC 39
6 Fernando Tatis Jr. SDP 36
7 José Ramírez# CLE 36
8 Otto Lopez MIA 34
9 José Caballero NYY 34
10 CJ Abrams* WSN 33
11 Esteury Ruiz MIA 33
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Bases on Balls/Walks

This figure displays the distribution of Bases on Balls (Walks) among all qualified batters. Each bar represents the number of players whose walk totals fall within a given range. The accompanying table lists the ten players with the highest walk counts, identifying those with the greatest plate discipline and strike zone awareness. These outputs together illustrate variation in on-base skill and patience at the plate across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Bases on Balls among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents Walk totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Bases on Balls/Walks
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team BB
1 Yordan Alvarez* HOU 107
2 Bryce Harper* PHI 106
3 Mike Trout LAA 103
4 Kyle Schwarber* PHI 102
5 James Wood* WSN 99
6 Taylor Ward 2TM 99
7 Miguel Vargas CHW 97
8 Kevin McGonigle* DET 94
9 Jake Bauers* MIL 93
10 Michael Busch* CHC 91
11 Munetaka Murakami* CHW 91
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Double Plays Grounded Into

This figure shows the distribution of Double Plays Grounded Into among all qualified batters. Each bar represents the number of players whose GIDP totals fall within a specific range. The accompanying table lists the ten players who have grounded into the most double plays, providing insight into tendencies related to contact type and situational hitting. These outputs together help illustrate how frequently players contribute to defensive double plays when batting with runners on base.

Histogram showing the distribution of Double Plays Grounded Into among all qualified batters. The x-axis represents GIDP totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Double Plays Grounded Into
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team GIDP
1 Junior Caminero TBR 26
2 Freddie Freeman* LAD 22
3 Manny Machado SDP 21
4 Josh Bell# MIN 20
5 Salvador Perez KCR 20
6 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. TOR 20
7 Iván Herrera STL 19
8 Alex Bregman CHC 19
9 Bryce Harper* PHI 19
10 Alec Bohm PHI 19
11 Jose Altuve HOU 19
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 25 at bats.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com



Pitching

This table presents pitching performance across Major League Baseball for all pitchers who have appeared in at least 10 games during the current season. It includes both traditional and advanced measures of pitching effectiveness and workload. Core statistics such as wins (W), losses (L), earned run average (ERA), games started (GS), and innings pitched (IP) summarize each pitcher’s role and overall contribution. Additional categories—such as complete games (CG), shutouts (SHO), and saves (SV)—highlight specific game outcomes and pitching durability.

Rate-based indicators including WHIP (walks plus hits per inning pitched), strikeouts per nine innings (SO9), and walks per nine innings (BB9) quantify efficiency and control, while advanced metrics such as Wins Above Replacement (WAR), ERA+, and fielding independent pitching (FIP) adjust for ballpark and defensive effects. Together, these data provide a nuanced view of pitcher performance, distinguishing consistent starters, high-leverage relievers, and emerging contributors across teams and leagues.

Note: Table displays rows only for players that played in at least 10 games.
Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


•: Left-Handed Pitcher
W – Wins
L – Losses
W-L% – Win-Loss Percentage
ERA – 9 * ER / IP
G – Games Played or Pitched
GS – Games Started
GF – Games Finished
CG – Complete Game
SHO – Shutouts
SV – Saves
IP – Innings Pitched
H – Hits/Hits Allowed
R – Runs Scored/Allowed
ER – Earned Runs Allowed
HR – Home Runs Hit/Allowed
BB – Bases on Balls/Walks
IBB – Intentional Bases on Balls
SO – Strikeouts
HBP – Times Hit by a Pitch
BK – Balks
WP – Wild Pitches
BF – Batters Faced
ERA+ – ERA+ Adjusted to the player’s ballpark(s)
WHIP – (BB + H)/IP
H9 – 9 x H / IP
HR9 – 9 x HR / IP
BB9 – 9 x BB / IP
SO9 – 9 x SO / IP
SO/W – SO/W or SO/BB


Distributions and Leaders in Selected Statistics


Wins Above Replacement

This interactive visualization displays the distribution of Wins Above Replacement (WAR) for Major League Baseball pitchers during the current season. Each horizontal boxplot represents the spread of WAR values among pitchers on a given team, while individual points correspond to qualifying players who have appeared in the minimum number of games required for inclusion. Hovering over a point reveals the pitcher’s name, team, and WAR value.

The plot allows comparisons of pitching depth and performance across teams. Teams with higher median WAR values or a few standout outliers may rely heavily on elite pitching contributions, whereas more evenly distributed clusters suggest balanced rotations or bullpens. By examining the variation in WAR among teams, the figure highlights both dominant aces and the broader distribution of value among supporting pitchers.

Graph Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


This figure displays the distribution of Wins Above Replacement (WAR) among all qualified pitchers for the current season. Each bar represents the number of pitchers whose WAR values fall within a particular range. The accompanying table lists the ten pitchers with the highest WAR, identifying those whose overall contributions most exceed those of replacement-level players. Together, these outputs provide a structural overview of how pitcher value is distributed across the league.

League-wide Leaders: Wins Above Replacement
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team WAR
1 Cristopher Sánchez* PHI 7.7
2 Cam Schlittler NYY 7.0
3 Jesús Luzardo* PHI 6.3
4 Parker Messick* CLE 6.2
5 Jacob Misiorowski MIL 6.1
6 Yoshinobu Yamamoto LAD 5.7
7 Dylan Cease TOR 5.7
8 Chris Sale* ATL 5.6
9 Zack Wheeler PHI 5.6
10 Chase Burns CIN 4.9
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Earned Run Average

This figure illustrates the distribution of Earned Run Average (ERA) among all qualified pitchers. Each bar represents the number of pitchers whose ERA falls within a given range. The accompanying table lists the ten pitchers with the lowest ERA, highlighting those who have allowed the fewest earned runs per nine innings pitched. Together, these outputs show how pitching effectiveness is distributed across the league in terms of run prevention.

Histogram showing the distribution of Earned Run Average among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents ERA values, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Earned Run Average
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team ERA
1 Justin Martínez ARI 0.00
2 Anthony Gose* KCR 0.00
3 Matt Brash SEA 0.54
4 Paul Sewald TOR 0.68
5 Dennis Santana ARI 0.75
6 Robert Suarez ATL 0.82
7 Josh Hader* HOU 1.01
8 Alec Gamboa* BOS 1.16
9 Alimber Santa HOU 1.17
10 Mason Miller SDP 1.19
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


(Walks + Hits) per Innings Pitched

This figure shows the distribution of (Walks + Hits) per Innings Pitched (WHIP) among all qualified pitchers. Each bar represents the number of pitchers whose WHIP falls within a certain range. The accompanying table identifies the ten pitchers with the lowest WHIP, reflecting the most efficient at limiting baserunners. Together, these outputs demonstrate variation in pitcher control and contact management across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of WHIP among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents WHIP values, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Walks Plus Hits per Innings Pitched
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team WHIP
1 Paul Sewald TOR 0.675
2 Tyler Kinley DET 0.714
3 Tyler Wells TBR 0.722
4 Brandyn Garcia* ARI 0.735
5 Dennis Santana ARI 0.750
6 Josh Hader* HOU 0.761
7 Cam Booser* TBR 0.763
8 Jacob Misiorowski MIL 0.803
9 Daniel Duarte NYM 0.809
10 Nate Lavender* NYM 0.814
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Strike Outs to Walks Ratio

This figure presents the distribution of Strikeouts-to-Walks Ratio (SO/BB) among all qualified pitchers. Each bar corresponds to the number of pitchers whose SO/BB ratio falls within a given range. The accompanying table lists the ten pitchers with the highest ratios, indicating the best combination of strikeout ability and control. Together, these outputs illustrate the range of pitching command and dominance across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Strikeouts-to-Walks Ratio among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents SO/BB values, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Strike Outs to Walks Ratio
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team SO/BB
1 Bryse Wilson MIL 22.00
2 A.J. Minter* NYM 10.00
3 Bryse Wilson 3TM 10.00
4 Will Dion* CLE 8.33
5 Tarik Skubal* DET 8.29
6 Jhoan Duran PHI 8.10
7 Blake Weiman* LAA 7.50
8 Cam Booser* TBR 7.17
9 Garrett Whitlock BOS 6.56
10 Tarik Skubal* 2TM 6.52
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Innings Pitched

This figure shows the distribution of Innings Pitched among all qualified pitchers. Each bar represents the number of pitchers who have thrown within a specific range of innings. The accompanying table highlights the ten pitchers with the highest innings totals, reflecting those most relied upon for workload and durability. Together, these outputs illustrate the distribution of pitching volume across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Innings Pitched among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents innings totals, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Innings Pitched
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team IP
1 Sandy Alcantara MIA 213.0
2 Cristopher Sánchez* PHI 200.0
3 Michael Wacha KCR 194.1
4 Cam Schlittler NYY 190.2
5 Michael King SDP 185.0
6 Yoshinobu Yamamoto LAD 185.0
7 Eduardo Rodríguez* ARI 183.2
8 Parker Messick* CLE 183.1
9 Tanner Bibee CLE 182.0
10 Logan Gilbert SEA 182.0
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Games Pitched

This figure displays the distribution of Games Pitched among all qualified pitchers. Each bar represents the number of pitchers who have appeared in a certain range of games. The accompanying table identifies the ten pitchers with the most appearances, often reflecting bullpen specialists or high-usage relievers. Together, these outputs illustrate variation in how frequently pitchers take the mound throughout the season.

Histogram showing the distribution of Games Pitched among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents the number of games pitched, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Games Pitched
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team G
1 Mason Fluharty* TOR 81
2 Brent Headrick* NYY 80
3 Brock Burke* CIN 76
4 Rico Garcia BAL 75
5 Adrián Morejón* SDP 74
6 Braydon Fisher TOR 74
7 Aaron Ashby* MIL 73
8 Tyler Rogers TOR 73
9 Hogan Harris* ATH 73
10 Tyler Alexander* TEX 72
11 Jose A. Ferrer* SEA 72
12 Brennan Bernardino* COL 72
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Times Hit by Pitch

This figure presents the distribution of Times Hit by Pitch among all qualified pitchers, reflecting how often each has struck opposing batters with a pitch. Each bar represents the number of pitchers with hit-by-pitch totals within a specific range. The accompanying table lists the ten pitchers with the highest HBP counts, indicating those whose pitching style, control, or aggressiveness results in more hit batters. These outputs together illustrate league-wide variation in hit-by-pitch frequency.

Histogram showing the distribution of Times Hit by Pitch among qualified pitchers. The x-axis represents the number of hit batters, and the y-axis represents the number of pitchers.

League-wide Leaders: Times Hit by Pitch
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team HBP
1 Anthony Kay* CHW 25
2 Cade Cavalli WSN 16
3 Sean Manaea* NYM 16
4 Nolan McLean NYM 15
5 Chris Sale* ATL 15
6 Brady Singer CIN 15
7 Spencer Arrighetti 2TM 15
8 Nick Lodolo* CIN 15
9 Framber Valdez* DET 14
10 Spencer Arrighetti HOU 14
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude pitchers with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com



Fielding

This table presents fielding statistics for Major League Baseball players who have appeared in at least 10 games during the current season. The data summarize individual defensive performance across positions and teams, emphasizing both opportunity and execution in the field. Traditional indicators such as games played (G), innings in the field (Inn), putouts (PO), assists (A), and errors (E) describe the frequency and outcomes of defensive chances (Ch). Fielding percentage (Fld%) offers a basic efficiency measure, while double plays (DP) illustrate situational impact.

More advanced measures—including total runs above average (Rtot), defensive runs saved (Rdrs), and range factors (RF/9 and RF/G)—capture defensive range, positioning, and overall run prevention value. Comparative metrics such as league-average range factors (lgRF9 and lgRFG) provide contextual benchmarks for evaluating fielding performance relative to peers. Together, these data give a comprehensive view of how fielders contribute to team defense, from routine plays to high-impact run-saving efforts.

Note: Table displays rows only for players that played in at least 10 games.
Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


G – Games Played or Pitched
GS – Games Started
CG – Complete Game
Inn – Innings Played in Field
Ch – Defensive Chances = Putouts + Assists + Errors
PO – Putouts
A – Assists
E – Errors Committed
DP – Double Plays Turned
Fld% – Fielding Percentage = (Putouts + Assists) / (Putouts + Assists + Errors)


Distributions and Leaders in Selected Statistics


Innings Played in Field

This figure shows the distribution of Innings Played in the field among all qualified players. Each bar represents the number of players who have logged a given range of defensive innings, regardless of position. The accompanying table lists the ten players with the highest totals, representing those who have accumulated the most time on the field over the course of the season. Together, these outputs illustrate the overall distribution of defensive playing time and workload across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Innings Played in the field among qualified players. The x-axis represents innings totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Innings Played in Field
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team Inn
1 Matt Olson ATL 1396.0
2 Junior Caminero TBR 1374.2
3 Michael Busch CHC 1368.0
4 Ozzie Albies ATL 1364.0
5 Cole Young SEA 1354.1
6 Austin Riley ATL 1354.0
7 Pete Crow-Armstrong CHC 1345.0
8 Nico Hoerner CHC 1344.0
9 Jackson Merrill SDP 1338.1
10 Geraldo Perdomo ARI 1338.0
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com


Double Plays Turned

This figure displays the distribution of Double Plays Turned among all qualified fielders. Each bar represents the number of players who have participated in a specific range of double plays. The accompanying table identifies the ten players most frequently involved in turning double plays, typically including middle infielders and corner infielders. Together, these outputs illustrate how defensive double-play involvement is distributed among players and positions across the league.

Histogram showing the distribution of Double Plays Turned among qualified fielders. The x-axis represents double play totals, and the y-axis represents the number of players.

League-wide Leaders: Double Plays Turned
2026 Season
Data as of September 25, 2026 at 01:01 AM
Rank Player Team DP
1 Alec Burleson STL 126
2 Matt Olson ATL 121
3 Spencer Torkelson DET 113
4 Michael Busch CHC 108
5 Christian Walker HOU 104
6 Josh Naylor SEA 101
7 TJ Rumfield COL 96
8 Pete Alonso BAL 95
9 Geraldo Perdomo ARI 92
10 Brice Turang MIL 90
11 Masyn Winn STL 90
12 Vinnie Pasquantino KCR 90
Table Prepared by: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com
Note: Data exclude players with fewer than 10 game appearances.

Graph and Table Prepared By: Isaac H. Michaels, DrPH
Data Source: www.baseball-reference.com




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