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The Angels Need More Stats

There are plenty of statistics within the baseball world that attempt to explain a player's performance.  Traditional numbers such as batting average, earned run average, and fielding percentage have given way to more complex metrics like wins above replacement (WAR), win probability added (WPA), and ultimate zone rating (uZR).  While most fans are able to find the information they need based on their desired depth of research, Angel fans have special needs not covered even by the newer, complicated metrics (by "special needs" I don't mean the rigatoni/breadstick ratio of the post game spread, but on-field performance metrics).  Below are some stats that may be useful in describing or explaining Angel player performance.

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G-Spot
A player's Guerrero Spot, or G-Spot rating is defined by the area of a player's pre-existing strike zone multiplied by 2.75.  The G-Spot multiplication factor can increase when there are runners in scoring position and 2 strikes on the batter (not to exceed 10^5).

Usage Example: "Eddings called Morales out on the pitch to the screen because it was within the G-Post."  Or, "Although that pitched bounced in front of the plate, It was in Figgin's G-Spot and he should have swung."

Aybar Sliding Scale
The Aybar Sliding Scale (ASS) is computed by adding a player's on base percentage to the team's winning percentage divided by the number of errors by the player plus team losses (BA + tWP)/(E + tL).  A player's ASS rating will replace the perceived valuation of a player based on his impact on team performance.  When evaluating a player's ASS, the smaller the better.  Any ASS rating that exceeds 5.0 is also known as a "Failbar" or "E-bar"

Usage Example: "Napoli went oh-for-four, but he still has a nice ASS." Or, "Did you see that shitty play by Matthews?  His ASS is going to get pounded!"

Mathis Effect
A Mathis Effect (ME) is directly proportional to a catcher's batting average/pitcher's ERA and the number of ME deficient players in the batting order.

Usage Example: "Weaver only allowed 1 earned run, but lost because of the ME."  Or, "Although the Angels allowed 12 runs, they still won because their ME was .000."

Dula Quotient
A player's DQ is the most subjective metric since it is based on the the official scorer's (or game thread participant's) judgment.  Plays resulting in the robbing of home runs, getting clutch hits, or performing outstanding defensive plays will have a higher DQ than routine plays.  A negative DQ can be expressed in QQ, or Quinlan Quotient.

Usage Example:  "That diving play by Izturis saved a run.  I give it a DQ of 7."  Or, "I'm going to DQ.  Who wants an Oreo Blizzard?"

Voodoo Probability
Used to predict a starting pitcher's outcome based the quality of pitches (Range of 1 to 5, 1 = Bad-Ervin and 5 = Good-Ervin).  There are no known calculations for determining the result, but can be based on the quantity, velocity, and location of a pitcher's slider.

Usage Example: "No wonder Trevor Bell lost, he had a Voodoo Probability of 1.76."

A new addition to the "stat book"...

Luminous Attempt In Defense
The Luminous Attempt In Defense (LAID) metric, measures a players ability to finish off the play or "put the play to bed".  A player may get a high LAID score by laying out for the ball, making a diving play up the middle, precision ball placement, or making numerous position changes during one contest.

Usage Example: "When Napoli went down on his knees to make that play, you just know he's getting more LAID!"

(Thanks so much to Ladybug for the LAID suggestion.  You are SO getting LAID!)

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These are just the stats I needed...

I had a hard time explaining why the Angels’ ASS hurts so bad this year against Texas. But they’ve got a sweet ASS against the AL East. After we finish this season, we might be able to figure out the smart ASS for the team and replace any bad ASSes.

Seriously though, I plan on using these while watching games in the future. This will be yet another secret handshake between HHers. When the guy next to you at the game shouts “AH COME ON FIGGINS. THAT WAS RIGHT IN YOUR G-SPOT,” you’ll know you’re brothers of the fraternal order of HH.

by BruinHalo on Sep 3, 2009 9:00 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh and I think a big ASS is better than a small ASS right?

Since E and tL are in the denominator and BA and tW are in the numerator. If the good ones go up, it’ll get your ASS up, and if the bad ones go up, you’re ASS will start to sag.

by BruinHalo on Sep 3, 2009 9:03 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know I've always been an ASS man

I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer.

by Moondoggy on Sep 3, 2009 4:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow that was a blast from the past

Bug — you were certainly justified in preferring Izzy over Mac. I remeber when the Skankees got Bobby for NOTHING!! I was screaming for Stoneman’s head.

I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer.

by Moondoggy on Sep 3, 2009 4:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Speaking of ASS

There was some classic johnsamo in that thread (e.g. suggesting the Angels trade for Phil Nevin or Jacque Jones)

We are the Los Angeles Angels of the late 2000s

by Higz on Sep 3, 2009 5:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Just what we need!

We don’t need more stats, but we do need a good laugh to break up the nervousness. Thanks. Great post.

This season is my best chance to get called out of the stands to pitch.

by Rally Manatee on Sep 3, 2009 12:11 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't forget the

Super Terrific Absolutely Tell-all Statistic or STATS!

Angels baseball. We do what we must, because we can -- HaloDutch

by red floyd on Sep 3, 2009 2:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Great post. Really clever.

We are the Los Angeles Angels of the late 2000s

by Higz on Sep 3, 2009 2:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Did WiHaloFan Jr. write this for you? LOL

This is great.

Hey la, hey, Halo...

by 44FAN on Sep 3, 2009 3:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The ASS calculation or description is wrong.

The “better” a player/team is, the higher the ASS value.

Rational:

Higher BA => higher ASS
Higher tWP => higher ASS
lower errors => higher ASS
fewer tL => higher ASS

Angels baseball. We do what we must, because we can -- HaloDutch

by red floyd on Sep 3, 2009 4:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I assume we're going to start using these during game threads?

In particular, the DQ, G-Spot, and Voodoo Probability?

Angels baseball. We do what we must, because we can -- HaloDutch

by red floyd on Sep 3, 2009 4:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

OT: "Sean the Baptist" has made the front cover of DRays Bay.

i figured I would give it to them since we have no need for it anymore…

Hey la, hey, Halo...

by 44FAN on Sep 3, 2009 4:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

too true :(

I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer.

by Moondoggy on Sep 3, 2009 4:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Awesome stat!

Aybar is a nowhere man, Sitting in his Nowhere Land, Making all his nowhere plans for nobody.

by princeton11loveshalos on Sep 3, 2009 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

LAID is a great stat

Thanks to Jim and 1866baseball for coming up with this one. I like ASS too.

Don't call me Desmond!

by highlandhalo on Sep 6, 2009 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Halo Offensive Lapse Element

The cumulative BA percentage below available optimal created by inserting weak consecutive batters in the lineup at the 7-8 slots.

We don't have a Bullpen. We have a Cowpen. Before we get to call it a Bullpen these guys gotta grow a pair.

by Stirrups on Sep 3, 2009 8:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This will have to be put in the sidebar

for future reference, right below the lore of the Panther. It should be listed under the heading “Panthermetrics.”

by rspencer on Sep 3, 2009 11:00 PM PDT reply actions   1 recs

I've got a new stat: BAR

Booze Average Rating (BAR). This is dependent upon how many times a player makes a fan go to the BAR to get another drink. For example, when Erick Aybar couldn’t get that bunt down in the playoffs, his BAR rating went up exponentially.

There is another stat that is related to this: BARF. This is Booze Average Rating (For). So in other words, if a player has a particularly good game, fans may go to the BAR more often to celebrate. This often ends up in BARF.

A lot of Angels players have particular high BAR and BARF ratings in my book. Or maybe I just go to the pub too much. :)

Don't call me Desmond!

by highlandhalo on Sep 6, 2009 2:53 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

STATS

THESE WERE JUST PLAIN DUMB

by spc7@verizon.net on Sep 7, 2009 6:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Thank you for your oh-so-helpful contribution.

Angels baseball. We do what we must, because we can -- HaloDutch

by red floyd on Sep 8, 2009 6:52 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

his post on TB is the bomb...as in thud..BOOM!!

 Dodgers

I have been a fan since 1959!!!!!—wow im old-anyway I love this Dodger team-Ive said for awhile we just needed a #1 starter and then we get Padilla and Garland not #1s but veryvery good for u s Colletti is really doing a great job and Even Torre is happy-I really think the Dodgers will do t this year Iknow the Cards are tuff —but we can-And it will be so nice to see the Angels and the Dodgers in the world sieries-maybe then the Doders will beat the Angels!-but I kinda think the Angels will win-either way I think this will be a great year fo us —So far it has been fantastic-And to hear Vin Scully do the world sieries again!!!!
He is the greatest that has ever lived———Final note-put the DH in the NL——
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by spc7@verizon.net on Sep 6, 2009 10:59 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

by ladybug on Sep 8, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I’m not sure that Mr. True Blue Hobo realizes much beyond which liquor store sells Thunderbird for the cheapest price

We are the Los Angeles Angels of the late 2000s

by Higz on Sep 8, 2009 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oops... I missed that you were reposting *his* post.

[red floyd grovels on the floor before the glory that is ladybug]

Angels baseball. We do what we must, because we can -- HaloDutch

by red floyd on Sep 10, 2009 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What is it around here that mandates such ongoing obsequience towards ladybug?

Where was the memo? I must have missed the memo.

We don't have a Bullpen. We have a Cowpen. Before we get to call it a Bullpen these guys gotta grow a pair.

by Stirrups on Sep 10, 2009 4:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

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