What is Batting Park Factor?
The Batting Park Factor (BPF) is a metric that measures how much a specific baseball park affects the team. It essentially compares the performance of a team’s or player’s hitting stats in home games versus away games.
How to Use the Batting Park Factor Calculator
Formula – How to Calculate Batting Park Factor
A = (Runs Scored at Home + Runs Allowed at Home) ÷ Home Games
B = (Runs Scored at Away + Runs Allowed at Away) ÷ Away Games
BPF = A ÷ B
Example of batting park factor
Home: Runs Scored – 780 | Runs Allowed – 730 | Games – 148
Away: Runs Scored – 831 | Runs Against – 841 | Games – 129
BPF = ((780 + 730) ÷ 148) ÷ ((831 + 841) ÷ 129)
BPF = 78.72
FAQS
What does a Batting Park Factor of 100 mean?
A park factor of 100 means that the stadium has a neutral effect on batting stats
Why do some parks have higher batting park factors than others?
Different ballparks have unique designs, dimensions, and environmental conditions.
Does Batting Park Factor apply only to home runs?
No, while home runs are heavily influenced by park factors, BPF can apply to other batting metrics, like hits and runs.