Rogers Centre
The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles Rogers Centre as the 4th-worst stadium in MLB for righty BABIP. Among all the teams in action today, the 3rd-strongest infield defense belongs to the Chicago Cubs.
Joey Loperfido's BABIP skill is projected in the 92nd percentile by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Joey Loperfido will hold the home field advantage in today's matchup, which figures to improve all of his stats. In the last two weeks, Joey Loperfido's 29.4% rate of hitting balls at a HR-maximizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) shows big improvement over his seasonal rate of 14.8%.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Ian Happ in the 88th percentile when estimating his overall offensive skill. Ian Happ is projected to hit 2nd in the batting order in this matchup. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The switch-hitting Ian Happ will get to bat from his strong side (0) today against Max Scherzer.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Addison Barger in the 75th percentile as it relates to his overall offensive skill. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Addison Barger will have the benefit of the home field advantage today, which figures to improve all of his stats. Addison Barger has made big improvements with his Barrel%, improving his 8.8% rate last year to 13.8% this year.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Dansby Swanson in the 87th percentile when it comes to his BABIP talent. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Dansby Swanson hits many of his flyballs to center field (40.1% — 98th percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards MLB's 10th-shallowest CF fences in today's game. Compared to last year, Dansby Swanson has improved his ability to hit the ball at a launch angle ideal for base hits, increasing his percentage of balls hit between -4° and 26° from 43.8% to 49.4% this season. In the last 14 days, Dansby Swanson's 62.5% rate of hitting balls at a BABIP-optimizing launch angle (between -4° and 26°) shows big improvement over his seasonal rate of 49.4%.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Alejandro Kirk in the 96th percentile when it comes to his batting average talent. Alejandro Kirk is projected to bat 5th on the lineup card in this game. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Alejandro Kirk will hold the platoon advantage against Matthew Boyd today.
In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). As a switch-hitter who performs better from the 0 side of the plate, Willi Castro will get to bat from his good side against Max Scherzer in today's matchup.
In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Home field advantage generally improves hitter stats across the board, and Daulton Varsho will hold that advantage today. Daulton Varsho has seen a sizeable improvement in his exit velocity in recent games; just compare his 97.2-mph average over the last 14 days to his seasonal 90.1-mph EV.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Pete Crow-Armstrong in the 78th percentile when assessing his overall offensive skill. Pete Crow-Armstrong is projected to hit 5th on the lineup card in this game. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Pete Crow-Armstrong will have the handedness advantage over Max Scherzer in today's game.
Seiya Suzuki projects as the 17th-best batter in the league, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Seiya Suzuki is projected to hit 2nd on the lineup card today. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Seiya Suzuki hits many of his flyballs to center field (41.8% — 100th percentile) and is fortunate to face MLB's 10th-shallowest CF fences today. Seiya Suzuki has made significant strides with his Barrel%, upping his 11.5% rate last season to 19% this season.
When estimating his batting average skill, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is projected as the best hitter in Major League Baseball by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is projected to bat 3rd in the batting order in this matchup. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Hitting from the opposite that Matthew Boyd throws from, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will have the upper hand in today's game. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (38.7% — 83rd percentile) and will have a big advantage facing MLB's 10th-shallowest CF fences in today's matchup.
Kyle Tucker projects as the 11th-best hitter in the league, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Kyle Tucker is projected to hit 3rd on the lineup card in this matchup. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Kyle Tucker will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Max Scherzer in today's game.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Michael Busch in the 92nd percentile when it comes to his overall offensive talent. Michael Busch is projected to bat 1st on the lineup card in this matchup. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Michael Busch will hold the platoon advantage over Max Scherzer in today's matchup.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Ernie Clement in the 90th percentile when it comes to his batting average talent. Ernie Clement is projected to bat 2nd on the lineup card in this matchup, which would be an upgrade from his 80% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the lineup this season. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Ernie Clement will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Matthew Boyd today.
Ty France's batting average ability is projected to be in the 84th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Ty France is penciled in 5th in the batting order today. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Ty France will hold the platoon advantage against Matthew Boyd today.
The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Nico Hoerner as the 15th-best hitter in the majors when it comes to his batting average talent. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Nico Hoerner has recorded a .290 Expected Batting Average this year, placing in the 95th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data. In terms of plate discipline, Nico Hoerner's talent is quite impressive, sporting a 1.35 K/BB rate this year while grading out in in the 92nd percentile.
Carson Kelly is projected to bat 4th in the batting order in this matchup. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Carson Kelly has seen a significant increase in his exit velocity on flyballs this year; just compare his 93.7-mph average to last year's 91.4-mph average. Carson Kelly's ability to hit the ball at a base hit-optimizing launch angle (between -4° and 26°) has gotten better recently, increasing from 45.7% on the season to 71.4% over the last 7 days.
In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Myles Straw will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Matthew Boyd in today's matchup. Myles Straw will possess the home field advantage in today's matchup, which figures to boost all of his stats. As it relates to his wOBA and overall offense, Myles Straw has been unlucky this year. His .277 rate falls considerably below the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Statcast-based Expected wOBA (xwOBA) at .310.
The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). As a switch-hitter who performs better from the 0 side of the plate, Tyler Heineman will have the advantage of batting from from his strong side against Matthew Boyd in this game. Tyler Heineman hits many of his flyballs to center field (38.4% — 78th percentile) and will have a big advantage facing the league's 10th-shallowest CF fences today. Home field advantage typically boosts hitter stats in all categories, and Tyler Heineman will hold that advantage in today's matchup.
In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). In the past week's worth of games, Matt Shaw's Barrel% has experienced a surge, jumping from his seasonal rate of 6% up to 12.5%. Matt Shaw has seen a notable improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs of late; just compare his 93.7-mph average in the last two weeks' worth of games to his seasonal mark of 90.7-mph. Matt Shaw's ability to hit the ball at a HR-maximizing launch angle (between 23° and 34°) has gotten better in recent games, rising from 16.5% on the season to 37.5% over the past week.
Davis Schneider is projected to bat 1st on the lineup card in this matchup, which would be an upgrade from his 73% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the lineup this year. In the majors, Rogers Centre's centerfield dimensions are the 10th-shallowest. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this contest to reach the 5th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Batting from the opposite that Matthew Boyd throws from, Davis Schneider will have an edge in today's matchup. Davis Schneider will have the benefit of the home field advantage today, which figures to improve all of his stats.
