Power/speed number
From BR Bullpen
Bill James invented the Power/Speed Number, a single figure to quantify the idea expressed in the "40-40 club" or the "30-30 club" and other combinations of stolen bases and home runs.
The formula is 2(HR x SB)/(HR + SB). James himself has referred to this as a "freakshow" stat with little analytical value.
| All Time Leaders | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Span | Player | Total | Notes |
| Career | Barry Bonds | 603.17 | |
| Season | Alex Rodriguez | 43.91 | 1998 |
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Further Reading[edit]
- Andrew Simon: "The best power-speed combo seasons ever", mlb.com, August 21, 2024. [1]
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