1. What is WHIP?

WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched) is a baseball statistic that measures the number of baserunners a pitcher has allowed per inning pitched. It's calculated by adding the number of walks and hits allowed, then dividing by the number of innings pitched.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the WHIP formula:

Where:

• Hits — Number of hits allowed
• Walks — Number of walks allowed
• Innings Pitched — Total innings pitched (can include fractions like 6.2)

3. Importance of WHIP

Details: WHIP is one of the most important pitching statistics as it directly measures a pitcher's ability to prevent batters from reaching base. A lower WHIP indicates better performance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total hits allowed, walks allowed, and innings pitched. All values must be valid (innings > 0). The calculator will compute the WHIP to three decimal places.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good WHIP in baseball?
A: In MLB, a WHIP below 1.00 is excellent, 1.00-1.25 is very good, 1.25-1.32 is average, and above 1.32 is below average.

Q2: Does WHIP include hit by pitch?
A: No, standard WHIP only includes hits and walks. Some modified versions may include HBP.

Q3: How is WHIP different from ERA?
A: WHIP measures baserunners allowed, while ERA measures earned runs allowed. WHIP is considered a better predictor of future performance.

Q4: Can WHIP be used for fantasy baseball?
A: Yes, WHIP is commonly used in fantasy baseball as it provides a comprehensive measure of a pitcher's effectiveness.

Q5: What's the all-time best WHIP in MLB history?
A: The best single-season WHIP is 0.737 by Pedro Martinez in 2000 (modern era).