Statcast Catch Probability Leaderboard
Catch Probability
Likelihood an outfield catch is made based on “opportunity time” and “distance needed”.
* Opportunity time: starts when the ball is released by the pitcher
* Distance needed: shortest distance outfielder needs to make catch
5 Star Ranking Breakdown:
5 Star: 0 - 25%, 4 Star: 26 - 50%, 3 Star: 51 - 75%, 2 Star: 76 - 90%, 1 Star: 91 - 95%
Likelihood an outfield catch is made based on “opportunity time” and “distance needed”.
* Opportunity time: starts when the ball is released by the pitcher
* Distance needed: shortest distance outfielder needs to make catch
5 Star Ranking Breakdown:
5 Star: 0 - 25%, 4 Star: 26 - 50%, 3 Star: 51 - 75%, 2 Star: 76 - 90%, 1 Star: 91 - 95%