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Understanding Rapsodo Pitching Data: Break Profile (Curveball)
Curveballs, just like fastballs, have a transverse spin profile that directly impact the vertical movement of the ball. This topspin profile aids in creating depth...

Understanding Rapsodo Hitting Data: Exit Direction
In the modern Major Leagues, shifting has become part of the game. According to Baseball Savant, the average team in 2019 shifted on 25.6% of plate appearances, while the...

Understanding Rapsodo Pitching Data: Break Profile (Fastball)
As was mentioned in the Spin Profile installment of this series, all fastball types will spin somewhere between 10:00 and 12:00 for lefthanders and 12:00...