1. What is OPS?

OPS (On-Base Plus Slugging) is a baseball statistic that combines a player's on-base percentage (OBP) and slugging percentage (SLG). It provides a simple but effective measure of a player's overall offensive contribution.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the OPS formula:

Where:

• \( OBP \) — On-Base Percentage (dimensionless)
• \( SLG \) — Slugging Percentage (dimensionless)

Explanation: OPS adds together two important offensive statistics to provide a comprehensive view of a player's ability to get on base and hit for power.

3. Importance of OPS Calculation

Details: OPS is widely used in baseball analytics to evaluate player performance. It correlates well with run production and is a simple yet powerful metric for comparing offensive players.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter valid OBP and SLG values (typically between 0 and 1 for OBP, and 0 and 4 for SLG). Both values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good OPS value?
A: In Major League Baseball, an OPS of .800 or above is generally considered very good, while .900+ is excellent and often All-Star level.

Q2: How is OBP calculated?
A: OBP = (Hits + Walks + Hit by Pitch) / (At Bats + Walks + Hit by Pitch + Sacrifice Flies)

Q3: How is SLG calculated?
A: SLG = Total Bases / At Bats, where Total Bases = (1B) + (2B × 2) + (3B × 3) + (HR × 4)

Q4: Are there limitations to OPS?
A: While useful, OPS treats OBP and SLG as equally valuable, though OBP is generally considered more important for run creation. It also doesn't account for baserunning or situational hitting.

Q5: What's the difference between OPS and OPS+?
A: OPS+ adjusts a player's OPS for ballpark factors and league average, where 100 is average and each point above or below represents one percentage point better or worse than league average.