On 6 May, Zac Gallen pitched very well against the Mets. The Diamondbacks won the game 5-1.
The Mets’ only run was due to Gallen walking a batter with the bases loaded.
Two thoughts:
- Was it rare? How often did it happen this season?
- Was it a part of what winning pitching looks like (in the context of challenging batters)? Or was it a mistake in an otherwise excellent appearance by Gallen?
Let’s focus on walks when bases are loaded.
Walks that Score Runs.
Do pitchers from all teams walk in runs?