How it's calculated
AVG = hits ÷ at-bats
hits = H, at-bats = AB. Shown to three decimals (.300). As a percentage = AVG × 100.
Reference ranges
| Average | Context |
|---|---|
| .200 | The Mendoza Line |
| .250 | Roughly league average |
| .300 | All-Star level |
| .400 | Historic, not seen since 1941 |
Common questions
What counts as an at-bat?
A plate appearance that ends in a hit or an out, but not walks, hit-by-pitch, sacrifices, or catcher interference.
What is the Mendoza Line?
A batting average of .200, named after Mario Mendoza. It is the informal mark below which hitting is considered poor.