1. What is Slugging Percentage?

Slugging Percentage (SLG) measures the power of a hitter by calculating total bases per at bat. Unlike batting average, it gives more weight to extra-base hits, making it a better indicator of a player's offensive production.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard slugging percentage formula:

Where:

• 1B — Singles
• 2B — Doubles
• 3B — Triples
• HR — Home Runs
• AB — At Bats

Explanation: Each type of hit is weighted by the number of bases gained (1 for single, 2 for double, etc.), then divided by total at bats.

3. Importance in MLB Draft

Details: Slugging percentage is a key metric used by MLB scouts to evaluate a player's power potential. Higher SLG indicates better power hitting ability, which is highly valued in professional baseball.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the count of each type of hit (singles, doubles, triples, home runs) and total at bats. All values must be non-negative integers, and at bats must be greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good slugging percentage?
A: In MLB, .450 is average, .550 is excellent, and .700+ is exceptional. College and high school values will be lower.

Q2: How does SLG differ from OPS?
A: OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) combines on-base percentage and slugging percentage, while SLG focuses only on power hitting.

Q3: Why is SLG important for the MLB draft?
A: Power hitting is one of the most sought-after skills in baseball, and SLG helps quantify this ability.

Q4: Does SLG account for walks?
A: No, SLG only considers hits in at bats. Walks are not included in the calculation.

Q5: What's the highest possible SLG?
A: The theoretical maximum is 4.000 (a home run in every at bat), though no player has ever exceeded 1.000 for a season.