Clipping:The rationale for batting average rather than slugging percentage
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| Date | Saturday, September 16, 1876 |
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| Text | In computing batting averages only first-base hits are counted; that is, a two, three, or four base hit counts simply as a base-hit. Skillful batting consists not of heavy hits, but of sharp ground hits, which enable the batsman to secure his first base easily. Long-hit balls, which give no chance for catches, are only made through the failure of the pitcher to outwit his batting adversary, as a general thing. The batsman who makes first-base three times by good first-base hits does better batting than he who makes two home-runs. A pitcher can avoid allowing the home-run hits. Long, safe, high hits to the outfield show either that a lively ball is used, or that the fielding is not effective. There may be exceptions to the rule, but they are rare. |
| Source | New York Clipper |
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| Submitted by | Richard Hershberger |
| Origin | Initial Hershberger Clippings |
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