Transcend the box rating with the Bombers
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CHICAGO — The Yankees’ pitching is best than it was a yr ago, their lineup more consistent.
But what is likely to be most striking about this yr’s team as in comparison with last season’s is its attention to detail in the sector.
Through Wednesday, the Yankees had the very best fielding percentage within the majors (.992), in accordance with Fangraphs. Last yr, they were tied for twenty third. And while that won’t cover the whole lot — all fielding stats are flawed — the Yankees are also noticeably higher in accordance with the more advanced metrics, akin to defensive runs saved, during which they rank fifth this season after ending twenty ninth in 2021.
The explanations are many, from having a healthy DJ LeMahieu to roam from second base to 3rd to first; to a full season from first baseman Anthony Rizzo; to the numerous addition of shortstop and the everlasting move of Gleyber Torres back to second.
