In the 3rd inning today, Chris Johnson hit a screaming line drive up the middle for a single. The Jays' center fielder (Pompey) charged the ball slowly, encouraging Freddie Freeman to try and go from 1st to 3rd. Pompey's throw was AWFUL. It not only allowed Freeman to score, but also allowed Johnson to advance all the way to third base. So because of one error, Freeman scored and Johnson took two extra bases.
Here's my question. If Pompey was only charged with one error, is there an advanced metric that will weigh the "terribleness" of that error compared to say a boot by the shortstop that allows a runner to reach base safely on a routine grounder. Those two errors aren't the same in terms of impact and I am wondering if there is a defensive metric which addresses such situations.
I am not a stathead, but I do appreciate their insight so I am all ears. Thanks!
Here's my question. If Pompey was only charged with one error, is there an advanced metric that will weigh the "terribleness" of that error compared to say a boot by the shortstop that allows a runner to reach base safely on a routine grounder. Those two errors aren't the same in terms of impact and I am wondering if there is a defensive metric which addresses such situations.
I am not a stathead, but I do appreciate their insight so I am all ears. Thanks!