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The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jacob Wilson in the 96th percentile as it relates to his batting average skill.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Josh Jung as the 19th-best hitter in baseball when assessing his BABIP skill. Josh Jung is projected to bat 3rd in the lineup in today's game, which would be an upgrade from his 60% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the batting order this season. Batting from the opposite that JP Sears throws from, Josh Jung will have the upper hand in today's game. Josh Jung will hold the home field advantage in today's game, which figures to improve all of his stats. In the past 7 days, Josh Jung's Barrel% has experienced a surge, jumping from his seasonal rate of 9.8% up to 16.7%.
Corey Seager projects as the 8th-best batter in baseball, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Corey Seager is projected to bat 2nd in the lineup in this game. Corey Seager will have the benefit of the home field advantage today, which ought to boost all of his stats. Corey Seager's ability to hit the ball at a HR-optimizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) has improved from last year to this one, increasing from 16.7% to 21.1%. Corey Seager's ability to hit the ball at a BABIP-optimizing launch angle (between -4° and 26°) has improved recently, increasing from 47.7% on the season to 52.9% in the last week.
Leody Taveras will have the benefit of the home field advantage today, which should bolster all of his stats. Leody Taveras has seen a significant gain in his exit velocity recently; just compare his 92.5-mph average in the past week to his seasonal 89.2-mph EV. Based on Statcast metrics, the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Expected wOBA (.314) provides evidence that Leody Taveras has had bad variance on his side this year with his .275 actual wOBA.
When it comes to his overall offensive skill, Wyatt Langford ranks in the 91st percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Hitting from the opposite that JP Sears throws from, Wyatt Langford will have the upper hand in today's matchup. Home field advantage generally improves batter metrics in all categories, and Wyatt Langford will hold that advantage today. Wyatt Langford has made significant strides with his Barrel% lately, improving his 8.6% seasonal rate to 28.6% in the past week. Wyatt Langford has seen a substantial gain in his exit velocity lately; just compare his 94.6-mph average over the past week to his seasonal 89.3-mph average.
Shea Langeliers is projected to bat 4th on the lineup card in today's game. Shea Langeliers's ability to hit the ball at a HR-optimizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) has gotten better from last year to this one, rising from 13.4% to 18.6%.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Nathaniel Lowe in the 87th percentile when assessing his BABIP talent. Nathaniel Lowe is penciled in 5th in the batting order in today's game. Nathaniel Lowe will possess the home field advantage in today's matchup, which figures to boost all of his stats. Nathaniel Lowe has displayed impressive plate discipline this year, grading out in the 86th percentile with a 1.74 K/BB rate.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Marcus Semien in the 90th percentile as it relates to his overall offensive skill. Marcus Semien is projected to hit 1st on the lineup card in this game. Marcus Semien will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against JP Sears in today's matchup. Home field advantage generally boosts hitter stats across the board, and Marcus Semien will hold that advantage today. Marcus Semien has been hot lately, raising his seasonal exit velocity of 87.5-mph to 92.6-mph in the past week.
Zack Gelof's BABIP ability is projected in the 91st percentile by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Zack Gelof has seen a significant improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs recently; just compare his 97.7-mph average over the past week to his seasonal mark of 94.1-mph. Zack Gelof's ability to hit the ball at a HR-maximizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) has increased recently, going from 18.2% on the season to 26.9% in the last two weeks. The leading projection system (THE BAT X) estimates Zack Gelof's true offensive ability to be a .308, suggesting that he has suffered from bad luck this year given the .030 disparity between that figure and his actual .278 wOBA.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Adolis Garcia in the 83rd percentile when estimating his overall offensive ability. Adolis Garcia is projected to hit 4th in the lineup in this matchup. Batting from the opposite that JP Sears throws from, Adolis Garcia will have the upper hand in today's game. Adolis Garcia will possess the home field advantage in today's matchup, which ought to bolster all of his stats. Adolis Garcia has made significant strides with his Barrel% of late, bettering his 12.3% seasonal rate to 18.5% in the last 14 days.
When it comes to his overall offensive ability, Seth Brown ranks in the 79th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Seth Brown is projected to bat 5th in the lineup in today's game. Because of Jon Gray's large platoon split, Seth Brown will have a big advantage batting from the opposite side of the plate in today's game. Seth Brown has been hot recently, raising his seasonal exit velocity of 89.3-mph to 97.8-mph in the past 14 days. Seth Brown's ability to hit the ball at a BABIP-optimizing launch angle (between -4° and 26°) has increased lately, rising from 41.3% on the season to 61.9% in the last 14 days.
Daz Cameron has seen a big improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs lately; just compare his 98.8-mph average over the last two weeks to his seasonal figure of 92.8-mph. Daz Cameron has been unlucky in regards to his wOBA this year; his .273 rate is quite a bit lower than his .332 Expected wOBA, based on the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.
Lawrence Butler is projected to hit 1st on the lineup card in this game, which would be an upgrade from his 51% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the batting order this year. Lawrence Butler will hold the platoon advantage over Jon Gray in today's game... and even better, Gray has a large platoon split. Over the past 7 days, Lawrence Butler's Barrel% has experienced a surge, jumping from his seasonal rate of 10.6% up to 15.8%. Lawrence Butler has seen a notable improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs this year; just compare his 94.6-mph average to last year's 90.4-mph average. Lawrence Butler has compiled a .346 wOBA (the best measure of overall offense) this year, checking in at the 84th percentile.
J.J. Bleday is projected to hit 3rd in the lineup in this matchup. Because of Jon Gray's large platoon split, J.J. Bleday will have a tremendous advantage hitting from the opposite side of the plate in today's game. J.J. Bleday has seen a significant increase in his exit velocity recently; just compare his 94.2-mph average in the last 7 days to his seasonal 88.6-mph figure. J.J. Bleday's launch angle this season (18.9°) is quite a bit better than his 15.4° mark last season. J.J. Bleday has recorded a .338 Expected wOBA (xwOBA) this year, grading out in the 79th percentile for offensive ability according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.
As a switch-hitter who bats better from the 0 side of the dish, Jonah Heim will get to bat from his better side against JP Sears in this game. Home field advantage generally improves hitter metrics in all categories, and Jonah Heim will hold that advantage today. Despite posting a .271 wOBA this year, the leading projection system (THE BAT X) believes Jonah Heim has suffered from bad luck given the .021 difference between that mark and his estimated true talent wOBA of .292.
As it relates to his overall offensive skill, Brent Rooker ranks in the 97th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Brent Rooker is projected to bat 2nd in the batting order in this matchup. Brent Rooker has been hot of late, raising his seasonal exit velocity of 92.2-mph to 95.1-mph over the past 7 days. Brent Rooker has seen a significant increase in his exit velocity on flyballs this year; just compare his 97.3-mph average to last season's 94.9-mph EV. Brent Rooker's launch angle recently (26° in the last two weeks' worth of games) is a considerable increase over his 18.2° seasonal figure.
Robbie Grossman is projected to bat 2nd on the lineup card in this matchup. The switch-hitting Robbie Grossman will hold the platoon advantage while batting from from his good side (0) today against JP Sears. Home field advantage generally improves batter metrics in all categories, and Robbie Grossman will hold that advantage in today's game. Robbie Grossman has displayed favorable plate discipline this year, grading out in the 94th percentile with a 1.53 K/BB rate.
Hitting from the opposite that JP Sears throws from, Carson Kelly will have an edge today. Home field advantage generally bolsters hitter metrics in all categories, and Carson Kelly will hold that advantage in today's game. Carson Kelly has seen a notable improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs this season; just compare his 93-mph average to last season's 90.3-mph mark.
Ezequiel Duran's BABIP ability is projected in the 78th percentile by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Batting from the opposite that JP Sears throws from, Ezequiel Duran will have an advantage in today's game. Ezequiel Duran will possess the home field advantage in today's matchup, which should improve all of his stats. Placing in the 79th percentile, Ezequiel Duran has notched a .320 BABIP this year.
