Batting Average Calculator
Calculate batting average, slugging percentage, on-base percentage, and OPS for baseball and softball statistics.
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Batting Average Rating Guide
| Average | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| .300+ | Excellent | All-Star caliber |
| .280-.299 | Very Good | Above average hitter |
| .260-.279 | Good | Solid regular |
| .240-.259 | Average | League average |
| .220-.239 | Below Average | Needs improvement |
| Below .220 | Poor | Mendoza Line territory |
Notable Batting Averages
| Player | Average | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Ty Cobb (Career) | .366 | 1905-1928 |
| Ted Williams (Career) | .344 | 1939-1960 |
| Tony Gwynn (Career) | .338 | 1982-2001 |
| Ichiro Suzuki (2004) | .372 | Single Season |
| MLB Average (2023) | .248 | League Average |
Statistical Formulas
Batting Average (AVG)
AVG = Hits ÷ At-BatsSlugging Percentage (SLG)
SLG = (1×1B + 2×2B + 3×3B + 4×HR) ÷ At-BatsOn-Base Percentage (OBP)
OBP = (Hits + BB + HBP) ÷ (AB + BB + HBP + SF)OPS (On-base Plus Slugging)
OPS = OBP + SLGRelated Calculators
Note: This calculator provides standard batting statistics. Advanced metrics like wOBA, wRC+, and WAR require more complex calculations and league-specific data.
About Batting Average Calculator - Baseball Stats
Calculate batting average, slugging percentage, on-base percentage (OBP), and OPS for baseball and softball statistics.
Our **Batting Average Calculator** computes essential baseball statistics from your at-bat data. Enter hits and at-bats to get batting average, or use advanced mode for slugging percentage, OBP, and OPS. For more percentage calculations, see our Percentage Calculator.
Batting average has been the traditional measure of hitting ability since the 1870s. Modern sabermetrics adds slugging (power) and on-base percentage (plate discipline) for a more complete picture.
Whether you're a coach tracking player performance, a fantasy baseball manager, or a fan analyzing statistics, this tool provides accurate calculations with rating guides and historical context.
Key Features
Why Use This Tool?
Common Use Cases
Coaching: Tracking player development.
Fantasy Baseball: Analyzing player value.
Statistics: Learning sports analytics.
Broadcasting: Quick stat calculations.
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How to Use
Enter at-bats
Enter singles, doubles, triples, home runs
Use advanced mode for walks/HBP
Click Calculate
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