I frequently get asked how to calculate standings gain points for the OBP category. In this post I’ll give you an example of how to perform this calculation .
Full disclosure: I don’t play in any OBP leagues.
I know, I know. You just lost a ton of respect for me and you’re considering leaving the site. But I’m here to serve, so let’s figure this out together.
Before we begin, special thanks are in order for reader Matt who graciously agreed to fill out the “What It Takes To Win Your League Calculator” with the last four years of history for the OBP category in his league. You can see the data for ten teams listed below.
How Many OBP Points Move You Up One Spot In The Standings?
Over the last four years, an average of .356 won the category and an average of .335 finished 10th.
.356 – .335 = .021 total spread between 10 teams
We have the data for 10 teams, meaning there are 9 spots you can move up in the standings by moving from .335 to .356 in team OBP.
.021 / 9 = .00233
On average, increasing your team OBP by .0023 points will result in you climbing one spot in the standings.
But I Play In A 12-Team League, Can I Use This Figure?
If you have an established league history with historic standings available to you, you can always calculate this yourself based upon your league’s specific history.
I don’t have specific evidence to support this, but I would venture a guess that limiting your SGP calculations to the top 10 out of 12 teams might be more beneficial than using all 12 teams. This would minimize or eliminate the effect of teams that lose competitiveness or that tank the season.
What Formula Do I Use To Calculate The SGP For A Given Player?
Recall from Part 5 of the “Create Your Own Rankings” series, that you determine the SGP for a ratio stat, like OBP, by removing the effect an average player has on an average team, and then inserting the player you are ranking into the equation. (more…)
