Hits allowed
Total number of hits allowed by a baseball pitcher
In Baseball statistics, hits allowed (HA) signifies the total number of hits allowed by a pitcher.
01Definition
A hit occurs when a batter strikes the baseball into fair territory and reaches base without doing so via an error or a fielder's choice.
02Type of Hits
There are four types of hits in baseball: singles, doubles, triples, and home runs. All are counted equally in the hits allowed statistic.
03Calculation
Hits allowed is a cumulative statistic, simply tallying the total number of hits a pitcher gives up over the course of a game, season, or career.
05Significance
Hits allowed is a fundamental measure of a pitcher's effectiveness, as allowing fewer hits generally correlates with preventing runs.
06Context
While hits allowed is important, it should be considered alongside other statistics like strikeouts, walks, and innings pitched for a more comprehensive evaluation of a pitcher's performance.
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