This tool is designed to estimate the likelihood of a baseball pitch landing outside of the designated strike zone. It utilizes various factors, such as pitch velocity, trajectory, and release point, to generate a probability score. As an example, a high-velocity fastball thrown with a downward trajectory may have a lower chance of being called a strike than a breaking ball with significant movement.
The primary advantage of such an assessment lies in its ability to inform strategic decision-making. By understanding the potential for a pitch to miss its intended target, managers, coaches, and players can adjust their approach to game situations. Its historical development is rooted in the increasing availability of granular data captured through advanced tracking technologies in baseball.
