Simon: 2019 leaders in Defensive Runs Saved
From SABR member Mark Simon at ACTA Sports on September 30, 2019:
With the regular season complete, let’s take a look at the MLB leaders in Defensive Runs Saved for 2019.
Indians catcher Roberto Pérez headlines the list. His 29 Runs Saved were the most of any player. Pérez ranked first in Adjusted Earned Runs Saved (staff handling), and second in both Strike Zone Runs Saved (pitch framing) and Good Fielding Play Runs Saved (pitch blocking).
Not surprisingly, the Athletics had the leader at both the corner infield spots. First baseman Matt Olson (14 Runs Saved) and third baseman Matt Chapman (18) each led at his position for the second straight season. In fact, all four infield spots featured repeat leaders. Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (14) topped out there. Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (19), who shared leader honors with Andrelton Simmons last season, was a solo leader this time around.
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Originally published: October 2, 2019. Last Updated: October 2, 2019.