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Originally Posted by JCarter93
Scouting, standard accuracy I believe, but I prefer to use stats because let's face it, not everyone does, and I find the star ratings lie.
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In real life, BABIP for pitchers is a measure of luck and the fielding behind them, not of the pitcher's own ability. I like the simple RA/9 or WHIP. FIP is also enlightening.
So far as ratings go, I think that Stuff and Control are most useful. For starting pitchers, one should look at the individual pitches; a guy with only two won't last as a starter unless both are pretty terrific.
The star ratings are helpful, I think, for identifying players who deserve a closer look.