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An important part of Baseball Statistics is measuring which counts are most likely to produce favorable outcomes for the pitcher or the hitter. Counts of 3-1 and 2-0 are considered hitters counts, because the pitcher is more likely to throw a ball in the Strike Zone , especially a Fastball . Somewhat surprisingly, in general, a 3-0 count tends to yield fewer hittable pitches, depending on the situation. Counts with two strikes (except 3-2 counts) are considered pitchers counts. An 0-2 count is very favorable to a pitcher. In these counts the pitcher has the opportunity to get the batter to "chase", or swing at, a pitch out of the Strike Zone . Arguing balls and strikes in a Major League game can lead to a warning from the umpire, and an ejection if the team member does not cease arguing. |
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