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What Is The Definition Of Wins Above Replacement In Baseball?
1. The wins above replacement statistic, or WAR, represents the additional wins a team has obtained as a result of a player’s contributions. The figure is a comparison with the number of expected wins a team would have if the player were substituted with a replacement-level player (a readily available Minor League or free agent). A number of factors are considered to obtain this figure, including the number of runs above average a player earns, the player’s position and the player’s league.
In short, the wins above replacement statistic is a non-standardized statistic used to help determine a player’s total contribution to their team.
Examples Of How Wins Above Replacement Is Used In Commentary
1. Jose Altuve led the majors with an 8.3 WAR in 2017, showing he was not only the most valuable player in the league, but also the most irreplaceable player on a World Series winner.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
Abbreviated As:
1. WAR