1. What is OPS?

OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) is a baseball statistic that combines a player's ability to get on base (OBP) with their power hitting ability (SLG). It provides a simple but effective measure of a player's overall offensive contribution.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses two main formulas:

Where:

• Total Bases = Singles + (2 × Doubles) + (3 × Triples) + (4 × Home Runs)
• At Bats (AB) - Official at bats (excludes walks, hit by pitch, sacrifices)

3. Importance of OPS

Details: OPS correlates well with run production and is widely used to evaluate hitters. A higher OPS indicates better offensive performance.

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 value?
A: Average OPS varies by league and era, but generally:
.800+ is excellent
.700-.799 is good
.600-.699 is average
Below .600 is poor

Q2: Why combine OBP and SLG?
A: Together they measure both a player's ability to get on base and their power hitting, which are the two most important offensive skills.

Q3: Are there limitations to OPS?
A: OPS treats OBP and SLG as equally valuable (though OBP is slightly more important) and doesn't account for baserunning or situational hitting.

Q4: How does OPS+ differ from OPS?
A: OPS+ adjusts for park factors and league averages, with 100 being league average.

Q5: Should OPS be used for all players?
A: While useful for most hitters, OPS may undervalue players with exceptional speed or defensive skills.