The Double Take
The stat lines that don't quite add up — across MLB hitters, pitchers, and single-game performances. Updated daily.
Latest Double Take Coverage
Why Does Michael McGreevy Have a 3.54 ERA but Just a .3571 Win Percentage?
Cardinals starter Michael McGreevy has a rotation-caliber 3.54 ERA, yet his win percentage sits at just .3571 — a split that points away from his own pitching. forty4 Baseball breaks down why run support and bullpen outcomes are the more likely explanation, and what to track to see if his record starts to catch up.
How Does Mike Trout Have a .382 OBP with a .239 Batting Average?
Mike Trout is batting .239 for the Angels, yet his .382 OBP tells a different story. The gap comes from his ability to reach base without a hit, making his overall offensive value look very different from his batting average. Here’s what the numbers reveal about Trout’s 2026 season so far and why it matters.
How Does Cal Raleigh Have 13 Home Runs but a .296 Slugging Percentage?
Cal Raleigh has 13 home runs this season, yet his slugging percentage sits at just .296 — a number that belongs to a slap hitter, not a power bat. forty4 Baseball breaks down how those two numbers coexist, what it says about everything besides his homers, and what needs to change for his overall line to catch up.
