Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball Digging Into New Swing Path & Attack Angle Leaderboards
May 21, 2025
Explore the groundbreaking swing path and attack angle data from Baseball Savant that could reshape player performance insights. Discover whether flatter swings yield higher hitting floors and the challenges in altering swing mechanics. Delve into the imminent arrival of Automatic Ball Strikes and its potential impact on Majors. Plus, the hosts reflect on 2025 predictions they'd like to take back, highlighting the unpredictability of baseball. Join in on the fascinating analytics that could change the game!
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Bat Speed & Swing Path Insights
- Bat speed and swing path tilt together describe a hitter's raw power potential. High tilt can aid power but may increase strikeouts.
Contact Point & Launch Angle
- Contact point strongly influences launch angle and ball flights. Flatter swings increase margin of error and hard-hit balls.
Flatter Swings Offer Higher Floors
- Flatter swing paths often correlate with higher bat speeds and provide hitters more time in the zone. This combo can yield a higher floor of production.