1. What is OPS?

OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) is a baseball statistic that combines a player's on-base percentage (OBP) and slugging percentage (SLG). It provides a simple way to evaluate a player's ability to both get on base and hit for power.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the OPS formula:

Where:

• \( OBP \) — On Base Percentage = (Hits + Walks + Hit By Pitch) / (At Bats + Walks + Hit By Pitch + Sacrifice Flies)
• \( SLG \) — Slugging Percentage = Total Bases / At Bats
• Total Bases = Singles + (2 × Doubles) + (3 × Triples) + (4 × Home Runs)

Explanation: OBP measures how often a player reaches base, while SLG measures the power production. OPS combines these two important aspects of offensive performance.

3. Importance of OPS

Details: OPS is widely used in baseball analytics as it correlates well with run production. It's a quick way to assess a player's overall offensive contribution.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all required statistics from a player's performance. At Bats must be greater than 0 for valid calculations.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good OPS?
A: In MLB, an OPS around .800 is considered above average, .900 is excellent, and 1.000+ is outstanding.

Q2: How does OPS compare to batting average?
A: OPS is more comprehensive than batting average as it accounts for walks and power hitting, not just hits per at bat.

Q3: Are there limitations to OPS?
A: OPS treats OBP and SLG as equally valuable, though OBP is generally more important for run creation. It also doesn't account for baserunning or situational hitting.

Q4: What's the difference between OPS and OPS+?
A: OPS+ adjusts for park and league factors, with 100 being league average. It provides better context for comparing players across different environments.

Q5: Can OPS be used for pitchers?
A: While typically used for hitters, OPS against is sometimes used to evaluate pitcher performance by calculating the OPS of opposing batters.