Dalton Del Don examines misleading statistics in player performance, highlighting Willy Adames’ inflated RBI total due to high opportunities with runners in scoring position and a favorable hitting lineup. Hunter Greene’s low ERA was deceptive, supported by a lucky BABIP and HR/FB rate, while Christopher Morel’s underwhelming batting line was impacted by a low BABIP and a mid-season trade. Ryan Helsley’s record-breaking saves were influenced by a high save percentage in a struggling team, and Brandon Pfaadt’s high ERA was contradicted by a strong SIERA and post-All-Star break performance. Del Don warns against relying solely on surface-level numbers in evaluating player success.
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