US EditionRegression to the mean looms as Ronald Acuna Jr. and Pete Crow-Armstrong face daunting reality check in MLB
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Regression to the mean looms as Ronald Acuna Jr. and Pete Crow-Armstrong face daunting reality check in MLB
A single swing or stolen base can change narratives, yet both extreme success and inevitable regression remind us that even the brightest stars in baseball face the harsh realities of statistical balance. A Meteoric Rise and an Inevitable Setback Ronald Acuna Jr.’s journey through recent seasons has been nothing short of extraordinary. In one season, his batting line soared to a remarkable .337/.416/.596, complemented by 41 home runs, 103 RBI, 7…
What's Behind Pete Crow-Armstrong's Newfound Power?
Pete Crow-Armstrong entered 2025 an offensive profile away from becoming an elite player. The then 22-year-old outfielder showed flashes of success during parts of the 2024 season, but needed to increase his 87 wRC+. Those improvements are coming in a big way this season. Entering play on Tuesday, Crow-Armstrong owns a .271/.306/.550 slash line for a 137 wRC+ in his first 150 plate appearances of the season. His outstanding 2.4 BsR and 6.5 Defen…
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