BATTERS: Very early plate control changes, 2018

An early glance at the batters whose plate control metrics have significantly surged or faded so far in 2018 can help you identify hitters who could be about to go on a surge or are due for a fade, as well as validate those who already are off to hot starts.

The following hitters have seen a spike or fall in their walk rate so far this season:

  • Walk rate (bb%) 2018 YTD vs. 2017
    
    Name                League  Position     bb% '17  bb% '18  Diff
    ==================  ======  ===========  =======  =======  ====
    Harper, Bryce           NL           RF      14%      30%  +16%
    Gregorius, Didi         AL           SS       4%      16%  +12%
    Mauer, Joe              AL           1B      11%      22%  +11%
    Joyce, Matt             AL           LF   ...

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