1. What is Exit Velocity?

Exit Velocity (EV) is the speed of the baseball after it makes contact with the bat. It's a key metric in baseball analytics that helps predict the potential distance a hit ball will travel and the likelihood of it becoming a hit.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( BatSpeed \) — Speed of the bat at contact (mph)
• \( PitchSpeed \) — Speed of the pitch at contact (mph)
• \( Factors \) — Additional factors like bat angle, contact point, and swing efficiency (mph²)

Explanation: The formula calculates the resultant velocity of the ball after collision, incorporating both bat speed and pitch speed vectors along with additional adjustment factors.

3. Importance of Exit Velocity

Details: Higher exit velocities correlate strongly with better hitting outcomes. Balls hit with higher EV are more likely to become extra-base hits and home runs. MLB hitters typically have exit velocities between 85-110 mph, with elite power hitters exceeding 110 mph.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bat speed and pitch speed in mph. The factors field allows for adjustments based on contact quality, bat angle, and other variables (default is 0). All values must be non-negative.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good exit velocity?
A: For MLB players, average EV is around 89 mph. 95+ mph is considered hard hit, and 105+ mph is elite exit velocity.

Q2: How does exit velocity relate to distance?
A: Higher exit velocity generally results in longer distances. As a rule of thumb, every 1 mph increase in EV adds approximately 4-6 feet to distance potential.

Q3: What factors affect exit velocity most?
A: Bat speed, pitch speed, quality of contact (barrel percentage), and swing mechanics are the primary factors influencing exit velocity.

Q4: Can exit velocity predict batting success?
A: Yes, exit velocity is one of the best predictors of hitting success. Players with consistently high exit velocities tend to have higher batting averages and slugging percentages.

Q5: How is exit velocity measured in games?
A: In professional settings, exit velocity is measured using radar technology (TrackMan, Statcast) that tracks the ball immediately after contact with the bat.