Calculadora de Media de Rebatidas (Beisebol)
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
Formula
BA = hits / at_bats
About this calculator
The Batting Average Calculator (Baseball) is an online tool that calculates a player's Batting Average (BA). BA is one of the most traditional and important statistics in baseball, representing the ratio of hits to at bats. The formula is simple: BA = hits / at_bats. The result is a decimal between 0 and 1, usually expressed with three decimal places (e.g., .300).
To use the calculator, simply enter the number of hits and at bats. The tool automatically performs the division and displays the BA. For example, a player with 100 hits in 400 at bats has a BA of 0.250. This value is often interpreted as the probability of the player getting a hit each time they come to bat.
When to use? The calculator is useful for fans, coaches, and analysts who want to evaluate a player's offensive performance. BA is a standard metric in professional leagues like MLB, used to compare players, track progress over a season, or in historical analysis. It can also be used by amateur players to monitor their own performance.
Cautions: BA does not consider walks, sacrifices, or other events that are not counted as at bats. Additionally, a BA above .300 is considered excellent, while below .200 is poor. The metric has limitations, as it does not reflect the power of hits (like home runs) or the ability to drive in runs. For a complete analysis, combine BA with other statistics like OBP (On-Base Percentage) and SLG (Slugging Percentage).
Frequently asked questions
What is considered a good batting average?
A BA above .300 is excellent, between .250 and .300 is average, and below .200 is poor. In MLB, the overall average is usually around .250.
Why doesn't batting average consider walks?
Walks are not considered hits and, by definition, do not count as at bats. They are recorded separately and do not affect BA, but they are important for other metrics like OBP.
Can I use the calculator for softball players?
Yes, the formula is the same for softball. Just input the hits and at bats data.
What is the difference between batting average and slugging percentage?
BA measures only the frequency of hits, while SLG weights each type of hit (single, double, triple, home run) to measure power. A player with many home runs can have a high SLG even with a moderate BA.
What does a batting average of .000 mean?
It means the player has had no hits in their at bats. This can occur early in the season or after a hitless streak.