Game Information

Chicago Cubs @ Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday, April 1st, 2013

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Game Status: Final

Score: 3 - 1

Summary: The Cubs beat the Pirates, 3 - 1.

Decisions

Table of Contents

Box Score

Chicago Cubs

Batters

Batters - CHC ABRHRBIBBKAVGOPS
DeJesus CF 4 0 0 0 0 2 .000 .000
Castro, S SS 4 1 2 0 0 1 .500 1.000
Rizzo 1B 4 1 1 2 0 1 .250 1.250
Soriano, A LF 4 0 0 0 0 2 .000 .000
Schierholtz RF 2 1 1 0 1 0 .500 1.250
Castillo C 4 0 2 1 0 1 .500 1.500
Valbuena 3B 4 0 0 0 0 2 .000 .000
Lillibridge 2B 3 0 0 0 0 3 .000 .000
Gonzalez, Al 2B 1 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .000
Samardzija P 3 0 0 0 0 2 .000 .000
Marmol P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Russell, J P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Fujikawa P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Totals 33 3 6 3 1 15

Batting
2B Castillo 2 (2, Burnett, AJ, Burnett, AJ).
HR Rizzo (1, 1st inning off Burnett, AJ, 1 on, 1 out).
TB Castillo 4; Castro, S 2; Rizzo 4; Schierholtz.
RBI Castillo (1); Rizzo 2 (2).
Runners left in scoring position, 2 out Samardzija 2; Gonzalez, Al; Soriano, A.
Team RISP 0-for-8.
Team LOB 5.

Baserunning
SB Castro, S (1, 2nd base off Burnett, AJ/Martin, R); Schierholtz (1, 2nd base off Melancon/Martin, R).

Fielding
E Lillibridge (1, fielding).

Pitchers

Pitchers - CHC IPHRERBBKHRERA
Samardzija (W, 1-0) 8.0 2 0 0 1 9 0 0.00
Marmol (H, 1) 0.1 1 1 1 1 1 0 27.00
Russell, J (H, 1) 0.1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00
Fujikawa (S, 1) 0.1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00
Totals 9.0 3 1 1 2 10 0

Pittsburgh Pirates

Batters

Batters - PIT ABRHRBIBBKAVGOPS
Marte, S LF 3 0 0 0 1 1 .000 .250
McDonald, Jo SS 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Jones, G RF 4 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .000
McCutchen CF 3 1 1 0 0 1 .333 1.167
Álvarez, P 3B 4 0 1 1 0 1 .250 .500
Sanchez, G 1B 3 0 0 0 1 1 .000 .250
 1-Harrison PR 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Walker 2B 4 0 1 0 0 1 .250 .500
Martin, R C 4 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Barmes SS 2 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .000
 a-Tabata, J PH-LF 1 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Burnett, AJ P 2 0 0 0 0 2 .000 .000
Wilson, J P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Hughes P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
 b-Snider PH 1 0 0 0 0 1 .000 .000
Melancon P 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000
Totals 31 1 3 1 2 10

a - Grounded out for Barmes in the 8th.;
b - Struck out for Hughes in the 8th.;
1 - Ran for Sanchez, G in the 9th.;

Batting
2B McCutchen (1, Samardzija).
TB McCutchen 2; Walker; Álvarez, P.
RBI Álvarez, P (1).
Runners left in scoring position, 2 out Sanchez, G; Álvarez, P; Martin, R.
Team RISP 1-for-7.
Team LOB 6.

Baserunning
SB McCutchen (1, 2nd base off Marmol/Castillo).

Fielding
E McDonald, Jo (1, throw).
Outfield assists Jones, G (Castillo at 3rd base).

Pitchers

Pitchers - PIT IPHRERBBKHRERA
Burnett, AJ (L, 0-1) 5.2 6 3 3 1 10 1 4.76
Wilson, J 1.1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.00
Hughes 1.0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.00
Melancon 1.0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.00
Totals 9.0 6 3 3 1 15 1

Game Info

Notable Events

No notable events found.

Scorecard

Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E LOB
Cubs 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 6 1 5
Pirates 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 3 1 6

Most Impactful Plays Beta

Note: This is calculated by sorting by what has the highest change in win percentage.

Chicago Cubs

  1. Anthony Rizzo homers (1) on a fly ball to right center field. Starlin Castro scores. (+17.4%)
  2. Neil Walker flies out softly to right fielder Nate Schierholtz. (+10.3%)
  3. Russell Martin flies out to center fielder David DeJesus. (+9.0%)
  4. Welington Castillo doubles (1) on a fly ball to right fielder Garrett Jones. Nate Schierholtz to 3rd. (+7.9%)
  5. Pedro Alvarez strikes out swinging. (+6.6%)

Pittsburgh Pirates

  1. Gaby Sanchez walks. Pedro Alvarez to 2nd. (+9.0%)
  2. Brent Lillibridge strikes out swinging. (+6.0%)
  3. Pedro Alvarez singles on a line drive to center fielder David DeJesus. Andrew McCutchen scores. (+5.7%)
  4. Garrett Jones reaches on a fielding error by second baseman Brent Lillibridge. Starling Marte to 2nd. (+5.7%)
  5. Jeff Samardzija grounds out softly, third baseman Pedro Alvarez to first baseman Gaby Sanchez. (+4.5%)

Plays Table of Contents

  1. 1st Inning
  2. 2nd Inning
  3. 3rd Inning
  4. 4th Inning
  5. 5th Inning
  6. 6th Inning
  7. 7th Inning
  8. 8th Inning
  9. 9th Inning

Plays

1st Inning

Top

David DeJesus called out on strikes.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 0 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:57.000
Win Probability: 47.8% (-2.2%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.3mph -> 87.2mph.
    Break Angle: 30.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1966rpm.
    Spin Direction: 232°.
    Plate Position: (1.29, 2.36)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.6mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2299rpm.
    Spin Direction: 223°.
    Plate Position: (-0.36, 1.0)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.8mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2159rpm.
    Spin Direction: 236°.
    Plate Position: (0.9, 1.5)
    In the zone? No, right by 1.411 in.
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.4mph -> 85.5mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2153rpm.
    Spin Direction: 247°.
    Plate Position: (0.54, 1.52)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.2mph -> 87.4mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1586rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (0.38, 2.12)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 87.9mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1543rpm.
    Spin Direction: 236°.
    Plate Position: (0.47, 3.01)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Starlin Castro singles on a line drive to left fielder Starling Marte.

Event: Single
Score: 0 - 0
Outs: 1
Duration: 01:40.000
Win Probability: 50.3% (+2.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.4mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 21.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1822rpm.
    Spin Direction: 207°.
    Plate Position: (-0.65, 3.33)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.6mph -> 87.4mph.
    Break Angle: 31.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2169rpm.
    Spin Direction: 216°.
    Plate Position: (0.75, 1.26)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1874rpm.
    Spin Direction: 240°.
    Plate Position: (0.78, 2.08)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 83.8mph -> 78.3mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 844rpm.
    Spin Direction: 53°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.11, 2.22)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Anthony Rizzo homers (1) on a fly ball to right center field. Starlin Castro scores.

Event: Home Run
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1
Duration: 01:05.000
Win Probability: 67.7% (+17.4%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 30.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1889rpm.
    Spin Direction: 245°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.16, 3.05)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Alfonso Soriano grounds out, second baseman Neil Walker to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:37.000
Win Probability: 66.5% (-1.2%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 87.3mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1602rpm.
    Spin Direction: 238°.
    Plate Position: (0.93, 2.17)
    In the zone? No, right by 1.735 in.
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 83.2mph -> 77.9mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1300rpm.
    Spin Direction: 42°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.93, 2.52)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Nate Schierholtz singles on a soft fly ball to left fielder Starling Marte.

Event: Single
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2
Duration: 00:53.000
Win Probability: 67.5% (+1.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.3mph -> 85.2mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1933rpm.
    Spin Direction: 209°.
    Plate Position: (-0.11, 3.08)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 85.6mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2152rpm.
    Spin Direction: 240°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.67, 1.97)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Welington Castillo grounds out softly to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:34.000
Win Probability: 65.8% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.9mph -> 76.7mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 882rpm.
    Spin Direction: 50°.
    Plate Position: (1.62, 1.33)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 83.0mph -> 77.7mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1585rpm.
    Spin Direction: 58°.
    Plate Position: (1.23, 1.35)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.1mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 21.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2057rpm.
    Spin Direction: 204°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (1.27, 1.91)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett

Bottom

Starling Marte walks.

Event: Walk
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 03:54.000
Win Probability: 38.1% (+3.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 95.1mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 40.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2596rpm.
    Spin Direction: 211°.
    Plate Position: (0.98, 3.06)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.0mph -> 85.9mph.
    Break Angle: 38.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2367rpm.
    Spin Direction: 224°.
    Plate Position: (0.36, 3.47)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 3 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.8mph -> 86.7mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1784rpm.
    Spin Direction: 224°.
    Plate Position: (-1.55, 3.39)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 3 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.7mph -> 86.0mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1981rpm.
    Spin Direction: 217°.
    Plate Position: (-0.03, 2.6)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.2mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 26.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1863rpm.
    Spin Direction: 220°.
    Plate Position: (0.2, 2.75)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Count: 4 - 2
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.8mph -> 82.5mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1154rpm.
    Spin Direction: 174°.
    Plate Position: (1.76, 0.54)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: Jeff Samardzija
Garrett Jones reaches on a fielding error by second baseman Brent Lillibridge. Starling Marte to 2nd.

Event: Field Error
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 01:18.000
Win Probability: 43.8% (+5.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 86.9mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2238rpm.
    Spin Direction: 238°.
    Plate Position: (-0.67, 2.32)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2252rpm.
    Spin Direction: 231°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.8, 2.38)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Jeff Samardzija
Andrew McCutchen grounds into a force out, third baseman Luis Valbuena to second baseman Brent Lillibridge. Starling Marte to 3rd. Garrett Jones out at 2nd. Andrew McCutchen to 1st.

Event: Forceout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:44.000
Win Probability: 40.8% (-3.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 76.8mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 992rpm.
    Spin Direction: 51°.
    Plate Position: (0.57, 2.1)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.1mph -> 78.0mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 667rpm.
    Spin Direction: 76°.
    Plate Position: (1.85, 0.84)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.8mph -> 85.7mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2115rpm.
    Spin Direction: 232°.
    Plate Position: (-2.02, 1.79)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 76.9mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 472rpm.
    Spin Direction: 53°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.12, 1.58)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Jeff Samardzija
Pedro Alvarez strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 03:15.000
Win Probability: 34.2% (-6.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2281rpm.
    Spin Direction: 242°.
    Plate Position: (-0.56, 2.12)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.6mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 42.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2584rpm.
    Spin Direction: 241°.
    Plate Position: (0.17, 2.23)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 86.6mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2086rpm.
    Spin Direction: 244°.
    Plate Position: (-1.8, 2.51)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.9mph -> 76.2mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1379rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (-0.68, 0.75)
    In the zone? No
    7. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    8. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.7mph -> 75.9mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 934rpm.
    Spin Direction: 54°.
    Plate Position: (-0.55, 1.69)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Gaby Sanchez strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 03:03.000
Win Probability: 29.4% (-4.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.7mph -> 88.0mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2073rpm.
    Spin Direction: 250°.
    Plate Position: (-0.25, 0.87)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 90.4mph -> 83.9mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1153rpm.
    Spin Direction: 146°.
    Plate Position: (0.63, 3.13)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 91.0mph -> 84.0mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1302rpm.
    Spin Direction: 172°.
    Plate Position: (1.11, 2.68)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 89.6mph -> 82.9mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1477rpm.
    Spin Direction: 174°.
    Plate Position: (0.63, 2.08)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 74.9mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1402rpm.
    Spin Direction: 243°.
    Plate Position: (1.16, 1.33)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

2nd Inning

Top

Luis Valbuena called out on strikes.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:25.000
Win Probability: 68.9% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.6mph -> 85.5mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2206rpm.
    Spin Direction: 248°.
    Plate Position: (1.55, 1.67)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.5mph -> 84.6mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2125rpm.
    Spin Direction: 221°.
    Plate Position: (-1.04, 2.69)
    In the zone? No, left by 3.031 in.
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.2mph -> 84.3mph.
    Break Angle: 26.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1785rpm.
    Spin Direction: 236°.
    Plate Position: (1.34, 3.01)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.1mph -> 84.3mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2214rpm.
    Spin Direction: 194°.
    Plate Position: (-0.47, 3.83)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.8mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1272rpm.
    Spin Direction: 31°.
    Plate Position: (0.09, 0.56)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.9mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1913rpm.
    Spin Direction: 200°.
    Plate Position: (-0.7, 2.74)
    In the zone? Yes
    8. Count: 3 - 3
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 84.7mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1573rpm.
    Spin Direction: 256°.
    Plate Position: (-0.02, 3.14)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Brent Lillibridge strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 01:57.000
Win Probability: 67.7% (-1.2%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.8mph -> 87.2mph.
    Break Angle: 26.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2185rpm.
    Spin Direction: 205°.
    Plate Position: (0.58, 2.7)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.1mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 25.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2099rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (-0.33, 3.71)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1887rpm.
    Spin Direction: 212°.
    Plate Position: (-1.48, 4.18)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 84.6mph -> 78.9mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1663rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (1.13, 1.04)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Jeff Samardzija strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:48.000
Win Probability: 66.9% (-0.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.4mph -> 85.4mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1966rpm.
    Spin Direction: 205°.
    Plate Position: (1.0, 3.37)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.2mph -> 84.1mph.
    Break Angle: 19.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2132rpm.
    Spin Direction: 198°.
    Plate Position: (0.44, 3.36)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 85.9mph.
    Break Angle: 25.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1928rpm.
    Spin Direction: 215°.
    Plate Position: (0.66, 1.38)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.7mph -> 84.2mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1928rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (0.76, 2.65)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.9mph -> 76.7mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1464rpm.
    Spin Direction: 60°.
    Plate Position: (0.61, 1.11)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett

Bottom

Neil Walker singles on a soft line drive to left fielder Alfonso Soriano.

Event: Single
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 02:04.000
Win Probability: 37.2% (+4.1%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2181rpm.
    Spin Direction: 248°.
    Plate Position: (-0.97, 2.03)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.7mph -> 86.0mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2026rpm.
    Spin Direction: 245°.
    Plate Position: (-2.86, 3.95)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.2mph -> 74.3mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1006rpm.
    Spin Direction: 72°.
    Plate Position: (-1.14, 2.94)
    In the zone? No, left by 4.183 in.
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.8mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2088rpm.
    Spin Direction: 248°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-1.17, 3.68)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: Jeff Samardzija
Russell Martin pops out to second baseman Brent Lillibridge.

Event: Pop Out
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:20.000
Win Probability: 33.4% (-3.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.7mph -> 77.5mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 126rpm.
    Spin Direction: 130°.
    Plate Position: (1.53, -0.04)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.7mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 741rpm.
    Spin Direction: 77°.
    Plate Position: (-0.02, 3.41)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 89.5mph -> 83.5mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1033rpm.
    Spin Direction: 171°.
    Plate Position: (1.06, 1.7)
    In the zone? No
    5. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.6mph -> 74.4mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 789rpm.
    Spin Direction: 64°.
    Plate Position: (-0.56, 3.11)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    8. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.4mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2240rpm.
    Spin Direction: 237°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.39, 2.87)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Clint Barmes strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 03:36.000
Win Probability: 30.4% (-3.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.7mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2129rpm.
    Spin Direction: 207°.
    Plate Position: (-0.16, 3.88)
    In the zone? No
    3. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.4mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 46.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2865rpm.
    Spin Direction: 238°.
    Plate Position: (-0.49, 1.74)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 95.4mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 42.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2495rpm.
    Spin Direction: 216°.
    Plate Position: (0.08, 3.74)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.9mph -> 87.4mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2215rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (0.84, 2.45)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 87.4mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2031rpm.
    Spin Direction: 240°.
    Plate Position: (-0.75, 1.97)
    In the zone? Yes
    8. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    9. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.5mph -> 74.4mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 473rpm.
    Spin Direction: 82°.
    Plate Position: (0.28, 2.37)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
A.J. Burnett called out on strikes.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:00.000
Win Probability: 27.9% (-2.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.9mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2150rpm.
    Spin Direction: 212°.
    Plate Position: (0.2, 2.09)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 86.7mph.
    Break Angle: 31.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1988rpm.
    Spin Direction: 237°.
    Plate Position: (-0.65, 1.54)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 0 - 3
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.8mph -> 75.4mph.
    Break Angle: 2.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 589rpm.
    Spin Direction: 177°.
    Plate Position: (-0.25, 2.46)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

3rd Inning

Top

David DeJesus strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:08.000
Win Probability: 70.4% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.6mph -> 84.7mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1715rpm.
    Spin Direction: 192°.
    Plate Position: (-0.14, 3.61)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 83.8mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1485rpm.
    Spin Direction: 193°.
    Plate Position: (-1.45, 3.26)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.1mph -> 84.8mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1563rpm.
    Spin Direction: 177°.
    Plate Position: (-0.65, 3.28)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.0mph -> 75.4mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1593rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (-0.7, 2.42)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1548rpm.
    Spin Direction: 40°.
    Plate Position: (1.29, 0.23)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Starlin Castro singles on a ground ball to center fielder Andrew McCutchen.

Event: Single
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1
Duration: 01:57.000
Win Probability: 72.2% (+1.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2209rpm.
    Spin Direction: 235°.
    Plate Position: (1.33, 1.8)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 85.5mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1800rpm.
    Spin Direction: 214°.
    Plate Position: (0.44, 2.8)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.7mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 21.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2203rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (0.7, 2.16)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.8mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1687rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.18, 2.18)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Anthony Rizzo strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 03:09.787
Win Probability: 71.0% (-2.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    3. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    4. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Changeup
    Speed: 87.9mph -> 82.3mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1482rpm.
    Spin Direction: 257°.
    Plate Position: (0.02, 0.06)
    In the zone? No
    5. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    6. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Changeup
    Speed: 88.5mph -> 82.9mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 819rpm.
    Spin Direction: 236°.
    Plate Position: (-0.08, 1.28)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.4mph -> 86.7mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1605rpm.
    Spin Direction: 193°.
    Plate Position: (-0.21, 2.51)
    In the zone? Yes
    8. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    9. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.7mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 959rpm.
    Spin Direction: 36°.
    Plate Position: (-0.01, 2.55)
    In the zone? Yes
    10. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 84.2mph -> 77.7mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1268rpm.
    Spin Direction: 38°.
    Plate Position: (1.16, 1.64)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Alfonso Soriano strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 03:09.000
Win Probability: 68.3% (-2.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.9mph -> 85.4mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1666rpm.
    Spin Direction: 230°.
    Plate Position: (0.41, 1.49)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 86.6mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1277rpm.
    Spin Direction: 231°.
    Plate Position: (0.57, 3.39)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    5. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.6mph -> 77.1mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1403rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (-0.44, 1.59)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.9mph -> 85.6mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1943rpm.
    Spin Direction: 208°.
    Plate Position: (0.45, 2.82)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 84.3mph -> 79.2mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1394rpm.
    Spin Direction: 56°.
    Plate Position: (0.44, 0.87)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett

Bottom

Starling Marte grounds out, third baseman Luis Valbuena to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 00:29.000
Win Probability: 29.1% (-2.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 0
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.2mph -> 82.2mph.
    Break Angle: 2.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1371rpm.
    Spin Direction: 188°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.57, 1.64)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Garrett Jones grounds out, second baseman Brent Lillibridge to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 01:48.000
Win Probability: 27.3% (-1.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.7mph -> 86.3mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2259rpm.
    Spin Direction: 243°.
    Plate Position: (-0.6, 1.68)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 79.4mph -> 73.3mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 462rpm.
    Spin Direction: 58°.
    Plate Position: (-0.75, 2.71)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2200rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (-0.86, 2.5)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.6mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2547rpm.
    Spin Direction: 247°.
    Plate Position: (0.13, 0.74)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 83.1mph -> 77.4mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1034rpm.
    Spin Direction: 222°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.53, 1.61)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Andrew McCutchen strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:46.000
Win Probability: 26.2% (-1.1%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 95.7mph -> 87.2mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2060rpm.
    Spin Direction: 221°.
    Plate Position: (-0.19, 2.99)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 91.6mph -> 85.0mph.
    Break Angle: 2.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1590rpm.
    Spin Direction: 188°.
    Plate Position: (0.55, 3.12)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 96.9mph -> 88.4mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2115rpm.
    Spin Direction: 222°.
    Plate Position: (-0.47, 3.74)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 83.2mph -> 77.0mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1066rpm.
    Spin Direction: 242°.
    Plate Position: (-0.85, 1.52)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.2mph -> 76.5mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1076rpm.
    Spin Direction: 231°.
    Plate Position: (-0.28, 2.4)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

4th Inning

Top

Nate Schierholtz walks.

Event: Walk
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 02:21.000
Win Probability: 76.5% (+2.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.9mph -> 84.5mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1984rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (-1.12, 3.54)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 84.0mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1443rpm.
    Spin Direction: 186°.
    Plate Position: (-1.18, 3.45)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.2mph -> 84.0mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1846rpm.
    Spin Direction: 200°.
    Plate Position: (-0.25, 2.43)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 3 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.9mph -> 84.5mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1609rpm.
    Spin Direction: 188°.
    Plate Position: (-1.68, 4.08)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.5mph -> 85.0mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1862rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (0.03, 1.89)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Count: 4 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.2mph -> 85.1mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2164rpm.
    Spin Direction: 241°.
    Plate Position: (1.04, 2.32)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Welington Castillo doubles (1) on a fly ball to right fielder Garrett Jones. Nate Schierholtz to 3rd.

Event: Double
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 02:47.000
Win Probability: 84.4% (+7.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.7mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1917rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (-0.91, 1.82)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.8mph -> 75.9mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1599rpm.
    Spin Direction: 53°.
    Plate Position: (1.01, 0.9)
    In the zone? No
    4. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    5. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    6. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1454rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (1.26, 2.07)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.8mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1894rpm.
    Spin Direction: 208°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.24, 2.97)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Luis Valbuena strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:18.000
Win Probability: 80.5% (-3.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 85.6mph.
    Break Angle: 31.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2002rpm.
    Spin Direction: 240°.
    Plate Position: (1.38, 2.91)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 84.2mph.
    Break Angle: 30.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2081rpm.
    Spin Direction: 259°.
    Plate Position: (0.16, 3.05)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.0mph -> 75.7mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1637rpm.
    Spin Direction: 35°.
    Plate Position: (-1.1, 1.74)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 83.0mph -> 76.1mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1739rpm.
    Spin Direction: 49°.
    Plate Position: (0.4, 1.24)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Brent Lillibridge strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 02:41.000
Win Probability: 74.5% (-6.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.0mph -> 76.2mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2054rpm.
    Spin Direction: 46°.
    Plate Position: (-0.09, 0.88)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1733rpm.
    Spin Direction: 208°.
    Plate Position: (0.13, 3.32)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 86.0mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1430rpm.
    Spin Direction: 195°.
    Plate Position: (-0.34, 3.24)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 85.6mph -> 79.1mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1213rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (3.44, -0.31)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1127rpm.
    Spin Direction: 209°.
    Plate Position: (0.33, 2.97)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Jeff Samardzija grounds out softly, third baseman Pedro Alvarez to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:25.000
Win Probability: 70.0% (-4.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 85.3mph.
    Break Angle: 20.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1739rpm.
    Spin Direction: 214°.
    Plate Position: (1.01, 2.28)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.2mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1805rpm.
    Spin Direction: 200°.
    Plate Position: (0.85, 1.74)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.5mph -> 83.9mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1317rpm.
    Spin Direction: 213°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.08, 2.67)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett

Bottom

Pedro Alvarez grounds out, first baseman Anthony Rizzo to pitcher Jeff Samardzija.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:16.000
Win Probability: 27.1% (-2.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.2mph -> 75.4mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 653rpm.
    Spin Direction: 64°.
    Plate Position: (-1.56, 4.47)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.6mph -> 86.6mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2410rpm.
    Spin Direction: 238°.
    Plate Position: (-0.39, 1.82)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 81.6mph -> 75.4mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 712rpm.
    Spin Direction: 237°.
    Plate Position: (-1.43, 2.24)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.3mph -> 75.9mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 326rpm.
    Spin Direction: 241°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.73, 2.32)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Gaby Sanchez grounds out, shortstop Starlin Castro to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:45.000
Win Probability: 25.2% (-1.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 90.7mph -> 82.7mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2180rpm.
    Spin Direction: 205°.
    Plate Position: (0.66, 1.32)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.7mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2158rpm.
    Spin Direction: 245°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.13, 2.3)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Neil Walker strikes out swinging, catcher Welington Castillo to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 02:36.000
Win Probability: 23.9% (-1.3%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.2mph -> 87.2mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2075rpm.
    Spin Direction: 245°.
    Plate Position: (-1.28, 3.08)
    In the zone? No, left by 5.899 in.
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 86.3mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1983rpm.
    Spin Direction: 246°.
    Plate Position: (-2.14, 2.47)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.1mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 40.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2556rpm.
    Spin Direction: 243°.
    Plate Position: (0.15, 1.8)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.1mph -> 75.7mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 904rpm.
    Spin Direction: 50°.
    Plate Position: (0.04, 2.15)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.1mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 810rpm.
    Spin Direction: 249°.
    Plate Position: (0.46, 1.41)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 3 - 3
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.2mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 290rpm.
    Spin Direction: 156°.
    Plate Position: (0.47, 0.66)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

5th Inning

Top

David DeJesus lines out softly to shortstop Clint Barmes.

Event: Lineout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:38.000
Win Probability: 74.4% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 90.5mph -> 83.1mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1448rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (-1.13, 3.57)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.4mph -> 84.6mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1708rpm.
    Spin Direction: 202°.
    Plate Position: (-0.88, 2.75)
    In the zone? No, left by 1.135 in.
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 90.8mph -> 84.4mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2116rpm.
    Spin Direction: 230°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.72, 2.5)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Starlin Castro called out on strikes.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 02:06.000
Win Probability: 73.1% (-1.3%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 75.9mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1860rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (-0.13, 1.24)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.0mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1981rpm.
    Spin Direction: 51°.
    Plate Position: (0.66, 1.85)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.6mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1556rpm.
    Spin Direction: 46°.
    Plate Position: (1.29, 0.78)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 83.0mph -> 77.3mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1709rpm.
    Spin Direction: 56°.
    Plate Position: (-0.15, 0.64)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 3
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.6mph -> 85.7mph.
    Break Angle: 26.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1982rpm.
    Spin Direction: 214°.
    Plate Position: (0.94, 2.7)
    In the zone? No, right by 1.831 in.
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Anthony Rizzo grounds out, second baseman Neil Walker to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:19.000
Win Probability: 72.3% (-0.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Changeup
    Speed: 87.5mph -> 81.4mph.
    Break Angle: 21.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1484rpm.
    Spin Direction: 262°.
    Plate Position: (-0.7, 1.59)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 85.1mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2490rpm.
    Spin Direction: 205°.
    Plate Position: (0.26, 1.82)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 80.4mph -> 73.8mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1837rpm.
    Spin Direction: 55°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.08, 2.74)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett

Bottom

Russell Martin grounds out softly, shortstop Starlin Castro to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:25.000
Win Probability: 24.6% (-3.1%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.1mph -> 77.1mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 469rpm.
    Spin Direction: 81°.
    Plate Position: (0.9, 2.32)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 89.5mph -> 83.4mph.
    Break Angle: 2.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 979rpm.
    Spin Direction: 184°.
    Plate Position: (1.71, 1.82)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2028rpm.
    Spin Direction: 243°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-1.4, 2.91)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Clint Barmes pops out to catcher Welington Castillo in foul territory.

Event: Pop Out
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:56.000
Win Probability: 22.5% (-2.1%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 96.4mph -> 87.8mph.
    Break Angle: 44.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2548rpm.
    Spin Direction: 217°.
    Plate Position: (-0.35, 3.25)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 96.0mph -> 88.3mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2127rpm.
    Spin Direction: 217°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.5, 2.82)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
A.J. Burnett strikes out on a foul tip.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 00:45.000
Win Probability: 21.1% (-1.4%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 95.7mph -> 87.8mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2318rpm.
    Spin Direction: 211°.
    Plate Position: (0.6, 2.47)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.0mph -> 77.8mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 645rpm.
    Spin Direction: 98°.
    Plate Position: (-0.04, 2.51)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 0 - 3
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 97.4mph -> 88.5mph.
    Break Angle: 45.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2559rpm.
    Spin Direction: 219°.
    Plate Position: (0.23, 3.46)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

6th Inning

Top

Alfonso Soriano grounds out softly, pitcher A. J. Burnett to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:15.000
Win Probability: 77.2% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 90.9mph -> 83.1mph.
    Break Angle: 22.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1638rpm.
    Spin Direction: 227°.
    Plate Position: (0.73, 2.87)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.4mph -> 83.9mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1363rpm.
    Spin Direction: 190°.
    Plate Position: (-0.02, 3.06)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.3mph -> 76.4mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1368rpm.
    Spin Direction: 49°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.55, 0.97)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: A.J. Burnett
Nate Schierholtz hit by pitch.

Event: Hit By Pitch
Score: 2 - 0
Outs: 1
Duration: 02:06.000
Win Probability: 79.0% (+1.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.7mph -> 83.6mph.
    Break Angle: 31.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2221rpm.
    Spin Direction: 216°.
    Plate Position: (-0.24, 1.67)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.5mph -> 74.9mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1805rpm.
    Spin Direction: 46°.
    Plate Position: (2.2, 0.43)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 84.3mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2052rpm.
    Spin Direction: 198°.
    Plate Position: (0.01, 2.11)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.9mph -> 76.7mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 12.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1705rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (0.95, 0.36)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.5mph -> 85.5mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1971rpm.
    Spin Direction: 229°.
    Plate Position: (2.67, 1.52)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Welington Castillo doubles (2) on a fly ball to right fielder Garrett Jones. Nate Schierholtz scores. Welington Castillo out at 3rd on the throw, right fielder Garrett Jones to shortstop Clint Barmes to catcher Russell Martin to second baseman Neil Walker to third baseman Pedro Alvarez.

Event: Double
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 04:24.857
Win Probability: 85.4% (+6.4%)

Play Events:
    2. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    3. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 80.9mph -> 74.3mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2063rpm.
    Spin Direction: 43°.
    Plate Position: (-0.92, 2.27)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 82.9mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2333rpm.
    Spin Direction: 201°.
    Plate Position: (-0.59, 4.55)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.7mph -> 84.2mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1893rpm.
    Spin Direction: 232°.
    Plate Position: (0.17, 2.77)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    7. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 84.2mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2154rpm.
    Spin Direction: 234°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.31, 2.69)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: A.J. Burnett
Luis Valbuena flies out to center fielder Andrew McCutchen.

Event: Flyout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 03:28.125
Win Probability: 84.9% (-0.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 87.0mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2487rpm.
    Spin Direction: 142°.
    Plate Position: (-0.13, 0.86)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 85.9mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 2.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2631rpm.
    Spin Direction: 157°.
    Plate Position: (-0.96, 3.19)
    In the zone? No, left by 2.119 in.
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.1mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2052rpm.
    Spin Direction: 148°.
    Plate Position: (0.26, 3.19)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Curveball
    Speed: 76.2mph -> 71.0mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 14.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1512rpm.
    Spin Direction: 332°.
    Plate Position: (-1.24, 1.53)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.5mph -> 86.3mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2444rpm.
    Spin Direction: 151°.
    Plate Position: (-0.75, 2.89)
    In the zone? Yes
    7. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.9mph -> 87.5mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2399rpm.
    Spin Direction: 138°.
    Plate Position: (-1.71, 2.07)
    In the zone? No
    8. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 85.4mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2338rpm.
    Spin Direction: 143°.
    Plate Position: (1.02, 2.28)
    In the zone? No
    9. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.7mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2451rpm.
    Spin Direction: 139°.
    Plate Position: (-0.63, 2.53)
    In the zone? Yes
    10. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 95.3mph -> 88.2mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2011rpm.
    Spin Direction: 131°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.1, 2.24)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Justin Wilson

Bottom

Starling Marte grounds out softly, pitcher Jeff Samardzija to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 00:56.000
Win Probability: 12.5% (-2.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.4mph -> 80.7mph.
    Break Angle: 1.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1986rpm.
    Spin Direction: 184°.
    Plate Position: (0.99, 3.36)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 85.2mph.
    Break Angle: 40.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2466rpm.
    Spin Direction: 241°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-1.19, 2.76)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Garrett Jones grounds out sharply, second baseman Brent Lillibridge to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:56.000
Win Probability: 10.8% (-1.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.8mph -> 86.6mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2074rpm.
    Spin Direction: 236°.
    Plate Position: (-1.68, 2.19)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.7mph -> 87.4mph.
    Break Angle: 43.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 2541rpm.
    Spin Direction: 238°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.32, 2.71)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Andrew McCutchen doubles (1) on a line drive to left fielder Alfonso Soriano.

Event: Double
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2
Duration: 01:35.000
Win Probability: 13.0% (+2.2%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.9mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 928rpm.
    Spin Direction: 64°.
    Plate Position: (0.55, 3.0)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 85.3mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2275rpm.
    Spin Direction: 250°.
    Plate Position: (-1.91, 3.24)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 91.4mph -> 84.5mph.
    Break Angle: 4.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1725rpm.
    Spin Direction: 192°.
    Plate Position: (1.21, 1.72)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.3mph -> 75.5mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 689rpm.
    Spin Direction: 76°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.06, 1.95)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Jeff Samardzija
Pedro Alvarez grounds out, second baseman Brent Lillibridge to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 02:22.000
Win Probability: 9.8% (-3.2%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 81.6mph -> 74.8mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1329rpm.
    Spin Direction: 215°.
    Plate Position: (-1.01, 2.05)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 80.1mph -> 73.4mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1643rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (-1.69, 2.9)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.2mph -> 75.1mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 679rpm.
    Spin Direction: 73°.
    Plate Position: (-1.07, 2.3)
    In the zone? No, left by 3.439 in.
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.9mph -> 86.9mph.
    Break Angle: 54.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 3290rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (0.19, 1.74)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.7mph -> 76.3mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1464rpm.
    Spin Direction: 214°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.22, 1.32)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

7th Inning

Top

Brent Lillibridge strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:55.000
Win Probability: 89.3% (-0.9%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.3mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2064rpm.
    Spin Direction: 148°.
    Plate Position: (-0.17, 2.92)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 86.0mph.
    Break Angle: 37.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2500rpm.
    Spin Direction: 149°.
    Plate Position: (-1.15, 2.65)
    In the zone? No, left by 4.315 in.
    4. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.8mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2406rpm.
    Spin Direction: 146°.
    Plate Position: (-0.85, 2.95)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 0 - 3
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 95.1mph -> 88.2mph.
    Break Angle: 40.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2417rpm.
    Spin Direction: 141°.
    Plate Position: (0.36, 2.45)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Justin Wilson
Jeff Samardzija called out on strikes.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:52.000
Win Probability: 88.7% (-0.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.1mph -> 85.5mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2496rpm.
    Spin Direction: 140°.
    Plate Position: (-1.02, 2.94)
    In the zone? No, left by 2.839 in.
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.4mph -> 86.9mph.
    Break Angle: 42.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2569rpm.
    Spin Direction: 142°.
    Plate Position: (-0.31, 1.86)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.1mph -> 85.0mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2372rpm.
    Spin Direction: 148°.
    Plate Position: (0.45, 3.93)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.4mph -> 87.3mph.
    Break Angle: 30.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2330rpm.
    Spin Direction: 156°.
    Plate Position: (0.38, 2.47)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Justin Wilson
David DeJesus lines out to left fielder Starling Marte.

Event: Lineout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 00:49.000
Win Probability: 88.2% (-0.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.3mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 39.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2612rpm.
    Spin Direction: 153°.
    Plate Position: (0.06, 3.06)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.2mph -> 86.2mph.
    Break Angle: 31.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2448rpm.
    Spin Direction: 154°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.97, 2.38)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Justin Wilson

Bottom

Gaby Sanchez pops out to third baseman Luis Valbuena.

Event: Pop Out
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:03.000
Win Probability: 9.1% (-2.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 87.9mph -> 81.6mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1283rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (-0.28, 2.4)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 85.9mph.
    Break Angle: 48.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2690rpm.
    Spin Direction: 222°.
    Plate Position: (-1.43, 2.93)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.3mph -> 81.4mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1626rpm.
    Spin Direction: 200°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.08, 2.67)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Neil Walker grounds out sharply, first baseman Anthony Rizzo to pitcher Jeff Samardzija.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 01:45.000
Win Probability: 7.5% (-1.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 81.3mph -> 74.6mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1279rpm.
    Spin Direction: 243°.
    Plate Position: (-1.23, 2.71)
    In the zone? No, left by 5.263 in.
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 80.8mph -> 75.2mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 760rpm.
    Spin Direction: 224°.
    Plate Position: (-0.7, 2.06)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.5mph -> 74.5mph.
    Break Angle: 4.8°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 407rpm.
    Spin Direction: 50°.
    Plate Position: (-1.26, 3.44)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.6mph -> 75.9mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1009rpm.
    Spin Direction: 231°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.66, 2.17)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Russell Martin grounds out, shortstop Starlin Castro to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 00:55.000
Win Probability: 6.5% (-1.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 93.9mph -> 84.9mph.
    Break Angle: 34.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2358rpm.
    Spin Direction: 261°.
    Plate Position: (-1.89, 1.4)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.6mph -> 75.2mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 728rpm.
    Spin Direction: 68°.
    Plate Position: (-0.16, 1.77)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 80.7mph -> 75.1mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 894rpm.
    Spin Direction: 56°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.17, 2.37)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

8th Inning

Top

Starlin Castro grounds out, shortstop Clint Barmes to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 00:31.000
Win Probability: 92.8% (-0.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 85.0mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1690rpm.
    Spin Direction: 259°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.62, 1.55)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jared Hughes
Anthony Rizzo grounds out, second baseman Neil Walker to first baseman Gaby Sanchez.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 02:04.000
Win Probability: 92.4% (-0.4%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 84.7mph.
    Break Angle: 26.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1801rpm.
    Spin Direction: 256°.
    Plate Position: (-0.23, 1.47)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.7mph -> 84.0mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1696rpm.
    Spin Direction: 256°.
    Plate Position: (-0.05, 1.17)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.5mph -> 83.6mph.
    Break Angle: 30.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1996rpm.
    Spin Direction: 252°.
    Plate Position: (-1.54, 1.82)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 3 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.0mph -> 84.6mph.
    Break Angle: 27.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1940rpm.
    Spin Direction: 262°.
    Plate Position: (-1.32, 1.46)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.0mph -> 83.3mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1926rpm.
    Spin Direction: 251°.
    Plate Position: (-1.4, 1.87)
    In the zone? No, left by 7.339 in.
    7. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 90.9mph -> 83.8mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1888rpm.
    Spin Direction: 247°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.85, 2.23)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jared Hughes
Alfonso Soriano strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 02:08.000
Win Probability: 92.1% (-0.3%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.2mph -> 84.6mph.
    Break Angle: 19.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1454rpm.
    Spin Direction: 235°.
    Plate Position: (0.58, 0.9)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.5mph -> 83.8mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 933rpm.
    Spin Direction: 239°.
    Plate Position: (-2.24, 3.83)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.0mph -> 84.2mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 1685rpm.
    Spin Direction: 265°.
    Plate Position: (-1.17, 1.15)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.3mph -> 84.5mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1591rpm.
    Spin Direction: 250°.
    Plate Position: (-0.66, 2.03)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 81.9mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 892rpm.
    Spin Direction: 125°.
    Plate Position: (1.57, 0.54)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 3 - 3
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 91.9mph -> 85.8mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1892rpm.
    Spin Direction: 252°.
    Plate Position: (-0.47, 1.8)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jared Hughes

Bottom

Jose Tabata grounds out, shortstop Starlin Castro to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Groundout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 01:27.000
Win Probability: 5.4% (-2.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.7mph -> 86.9mph.
    Break Angle: 33.6°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2143rpm.
    Spin Direction: 223°.
    Plate Position: (0.49, 3.56)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 84.7mph.
    Break Angle: 28.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2034rpm.
    Spin Direction: 217°.
    Plate Position: (-0.28, 2.97)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.8mph -> 85.3mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2362rpm.
    Spin Direction: 253°.
    Plate Position: (-1.48, 2.24)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 90.0mph -> 83.2mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 952rpm.
    Spin Direction: 197°.
    Plate Position: (0.27, 2.85)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Splitter
    Speed: 82.5mph -> 76.0mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 839rpm.
    Spin Direction: 225°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.28, 2.96)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Travis Snider strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 01:07.000
Win Probability: 3.9% (-1.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.7mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 40.8°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2471rpm.
    Spin Direction: 247°.
    Plate Position: (-2.28, 2.94)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 94.1mph -> 86.7mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2362rpm.
    Spin Direction: 254°.
    Plate Position: (-0.11, 1.99)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 92.9mph -> 86.1mph.
    Break Angle: 38.4°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2458rpm.
    Spin Direction: 248°.
    Plate Position: (-0.45, 2.17)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Sinker
    Speed: 95.6mph -> 87.5mph.
    Break Angle: 36.0°.
    Break Length: 7.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 2283rpm.
    Spin Direction: 253°.
    Plate Position: (-1.31, 3.02)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija
Starling Marte strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 02:22.031
Win Probability: 3.1% (-0.8%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 89.4mph -> 83.0mph.
    Break Angle: 1.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1221rpm.
    Spin Direction: 184°.
    Plate Position: (0.24, 2.66)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 90.5mph -> 83.8mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1026rpm.
    Spin Direction: 176°.
    Plate Position: (1.55, 1.68)
    In the zone? No
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 94.9mph -> 86.8mph.
    Break Angle: 32.4°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 2079rpm.
    Spin Direction: 226°.
    Plate Position: (0.43, 2.38)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 96.0mph -> 88.7mph.
    Break Angle: 42.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2439rpm.
    Spin Direction: 220°.
    Plate Position: (-0.1, 3.26)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 96.3mph -> 88.3mph.
    Break Angle: 24.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1706rpm.
    Spin Direction: 228°.
    Plate Position: (1.47, 2.6)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.3mph -> 77.5mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 124rpm.
    Spin Direction: 154°.
    Plate Position: (2.2, -0.24)
    In the zone? No
    8. Count: 3 - 3
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.7mph -> 82.8mph.
    Break Angle: 16.8°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1193rpm.
    Spin Direction: 141°.
    Plate Position: (-0.36, 4.0)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Jeff Samardzija

9th Inning

Top

Nate Schierholtz reaches on a throwing error by shortstop John McDonald.

Event: Field Error
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 0
Duration: 00:32.000
Win Probability: 97.4% (+0.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.7mph -> 85.2mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1875rpm.
    Spin Direction: 195°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (0.04, 2.06)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Mark Melancon
Welington Castillo strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 02:27.000
Win Probability: 97.2% (-0.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 92.6mph -> 86.4mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1883rpm.
    Spin Direction: 172°.
    Plate Position: (0.59, 2.27)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 90.1mph -> 83.7mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 972rpm.
    Spin Direction: 158°.
    Plate Position: (0.43, 2.12)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.1mph -> 75.5mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1785rpm.
    Spin Direction: 18°.
    Plate Position: (0.99, 0.7)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 1 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 82.1mph -> 75.8mph.
    Break Angle: 1.2°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1618rpm.
    Spin Direction: 2°.
    Plate Position: (0.86, 1.37)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: Mark Melancon
Luis Valbuena flies out to center fielder Andrew McCutchen. Nate Schierholtz to 3rd.

Event: Flyout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 00:22.515
Win Probability: 96.8% (-0.4%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 90.3mph -> 83.7mph.
    Break Angle: 0.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1643rpm.
    Spin Direction: 182°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.4, 2.49)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Mark Melancon
Alberto Gonzalez strikes out swinging.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 01:18.000
Win Probability: 96.2% (-0.6%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.4mph -> 85.2mph.
    Break Angle: 4.8°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1787rpm.
    Spin Direction: 187°.
    Plate Position: (0.24, 1.73)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 91.2mph -> 84.5mph.
    Break Angle: 1.2°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1244rpm.
    Spin Direction: 185°.
    Plate Position: (0.14, 1.93)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 0 - 3
    Type: Knuckle Curve
    Speed: 81.4mph -> 75.3mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 13.2ft.
    Spin Rate: 1626rpm.
    Spin Direction: 12°.
    Plate Position: (0.02, 1.51)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Mark Melancon

Bottom

Garrett Jones strikes out swinging, catcher Welington Castillo to first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Event: Strikeout
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1 (+1)
Duration: 03:06.000
Win Probability: 1.7% (-2.1%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.3mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1739rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Plate Position: (0.08, 0.38)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.6mph -> 86.5mph.
    Break Angle: 14.4°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1953rpm.
    Spin Direction: 195°.
    Plate Position: (-0.14, 3.15)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.9mph -> 77.6mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 675rpm.
    Spin Direction: 58°.
    Plate Position: (-0.21, 2.34)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 84.0mph -> 77.9mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 641rpm.
    Spin Direction: 92°.
    Plate Position: (-0.0, 2.73)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.2mph -> 78.0mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 905rpm.
    Spin Direction: 78°.
    Plate Position: (0.33, 1.26)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.5mph -> 78.5mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 774rpm.
    Spin Direction: 80°.
    Plate Position: (-0.37, 1.79)
    In the zone? Yes
    8. Count: 3 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.5mph -> 86.7mph.
    Break Angle: 19.2°.
    Break Length: 2.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2489rpm.
    Spin Direction: 191°.
    Plate Position: (-0.44, -0.03)
    In the zone? No
    9. Count: 3 - 3
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 84.3mph -> 78.7mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 834rpm.
    Spin Direction: 60°.
    Plate Position: (0.99, 0.17)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Carlos Marmol
Andrew McCutchen hit by pitch.

Event: Hit By Pitch
Score: 3 - 0
Outs: 1
Duration: 01:03.000
Win Probability: 4.2% (+2.5%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.1mph -> 87.1mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 2.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2341rpm.
    Spin Direction: 192°.
    Plate Position: (1.0, 1.23)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 90.4mph -> 83.6mph.
    Break Angle: 13.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 1793rpm.
    Spin Direction: 194°.
    Plate Position: (-1.9, 4.17)
    In the zone? No
Position Changes:
P: Carlos Marmol
Pedro Alvarez singles on a line drive to center fielder David DeJesus. Andrew McCutchen scores.

Event: Single
Score: 3 - 1
Outs: 1
Duration: 02:02.000
Win Probability: 10.3% (+5.7%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.5mph -> 76.7mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 718rpm.
    Spin Direction: 98°.
    Plate Position: (0.89, 1.2)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 1 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 84.1mph -> 78.2mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 899rpm.
    Spin Direction: 58°.
    Plate Position: (-0.24, 2.39)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.2mph -> 77.4mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 664rpm.
    Spin Direction: 65°.
    Plate Position: (-0.03, 1.79)
    In the zone? Yes
    5. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.1mph -> 76.6mph.
    Break Angle: 9.6°.
    Break Length: 10.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1033rpm.
    Spin Direction: 49°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.7, 2.99)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Carlos Marmol
Gaby Sanchez walks. Pedro Alvarez to 2nd.

Event: Walk
Score: 3 - 1
Outs: 1
Duration: 02:59.264
Win Probability: 19.3% (+9.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 1 - 0
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 93.0mph -> 84.4mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 2.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2512rpm.
    Spin Direction: 186°.
    Plate Position: (-0.35, 0.66)
    In the zone? No
    3. Count: 2 - 0
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 84.9mph -> 79.6mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 662rpm.
    Spin Direction: 71°.
    Plate Position: (1.04, 1.44)
    In the zone? No
    4. Pick-off attempts do not have pitch data :(
    5. Count: 2 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 82.8mph -> 77.0mph.
    Break Angle: 7.2°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 490rpm.
    Spin Direction: 60°.
    Plate Position: (0.16, 1.93)
    In the zone? Yes
    6. Count: 3 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 83.0mph -> 77.0mph.
    Break Angle: 8.4°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 724rpm.
    Spin Direction: 47°.
    Plate Position: (0.12, 1.36)
    In the zone? No
    7. Count: 4 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 92.0mph -> 85.0mph.
    Break Angle: 6.0°.
    Break Length: 2.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 2258rpm.
    Spin Direction: 185°.
    Plate Position: (-0.39, 1.49)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
P: Carlos Marmol
Neil Walker flies out softly to right fielder Nate Schierholtz.

Event: Flyout
Score: 3 - 1
Outs: 2 (+1)
Duration: 04:00.000
Win Probability: 9.0% (-10.3%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 78.2mph -> 73.3mph.
    Break Angle: 4.8°.
    Break Length: 8.4ft.
    Spin Rate: 604rpm.
    Spin Direction: 203°.
    Plate Position: (0.26, 2.65)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 2
    Type: Slider
    Speed: 77.5mph -> 72.0mph.
    Break Angle: 3.6°.
    Break Length: 9.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 436rpm.
    Spin Direction: 201°.
    Plate Position: (0.05, 2.29)
    In the zone? Yes
    4. Count: 1 - 2
    Type: Changeup
    Speed: 79.8mph -> 73.8mph.
    Break Angle: 18.0°.
    Break Length: 6.0ft.
    Spin Rate: 1932rpm.
    Spin Direction: 149°.
    Plate Position: (-0.83, 0.67)
    In the zone? No
    5. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 87.2mph -> 80.1mph.
    Break Angle: 12.0°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1786rpm.
    Spin Direction: 161°.
    Plate Position: (0.23, 1.59)
    In the zone? No
    6. Count: 2 - 2
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 86.9mph -> 79.8mph.
    Break Angle: 10.8°.
    Break Length: 4.8ft.
    Spin Rate: 1634rpm.
    Spin Direction: 159°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.31, 2.27)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: James Russell
Russell Martin flies out to center fielder David DeJesus.

Event: Flyout
Score: 3 - 1
Outs: 3 (+1)
Duration: 00:53.000
Win Probability: 0.0% (-9.0%)

Play Events:
    2. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Cutter
    Speed: 88.8mph -> 81.6mph.
    Break Angle: 15.6°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2049rpm.
    Spin Direction: 169°.
    Plate Position: (-0.22, 2.32)
    In the zone? Yes
    3. Count: 0 - 1
    Type: Four-Seam Fastball
    Speed: 89.3mph -> 81.9mph.
    Break Angle: 19.2°.
    Break Length: 3.6ft.
    Spin Rate: 2097rpm.
    Spin Direction: 199°.
    Ball left the bat at a speed of mph at a ° angle, and travelled feet.
    Plate Position: (-0.71, 2.89)
    In the zone? Yes
Position Changes:
  • No position changes
P: Kyuji Fujikawa

Umpire Blunders Beta

A breakdown of all balls and called strikes to determine if they were accurate or not.

Note: As I have to draw the strike-zone myself, these may be inaccurate. If it is, let me know!
Another note: You may see more blunders here than you would on other sites. On here, I am counting every single blunder, but most sites/tools have a 1-inch margin of error.

This game's HP Umpire: Tom Hallion. View Scorecard.

Balls

Of the 97 balls, 7 were actually in the zone:

  1. Bottom 1st - Jeff Samardzija to Starling Marte - Pitch 2
  2. Top 3rd - A.J. Burnett to Alfonso Soriano - Pitch 2
  3. Bottom 3rd - Jeff Samardzija to Garrett Jones - Pitch 1
  4. Bottom 4th - Jeff Samardzija to Neil Walker - Pitch 3
  5. Bottom 6th - Jeff Samardzija to Pedro Alvarez - Pitch 4
  6. Top 7th - Justin Wilson to Jeff Samardzija - Pitch 2
  7. Bottom 9th - Carlos Marmol to Gaby Sanchez - Pitch 5

Strikes

Of the 54 called strikes, 13 were actually out of the zone:

  1. Top 1st - A.J. Burnett to David DeJesus - Pitch 3
  2. Top 1st - A.J. Burnett to Alfonso Soriano - Pitch 1
  3. Top 2nd - A.J. Burnett to Luis Valbuena - Pitch 2
  4. Bottom 2nd - Jeff Samardzija to Neil Walker - Pitch 3
  5. Bottom 4th - Jeff Samardzija to Neil Walker - Pitch 1
  6. Top 5th - A.J. Burnett to David DeJesus - Pitch 2
  7. Top 5th - A.J. Burnett to Starlin Castro - Pitch 5
  8. Top 6th - Justin Wilson to Luis Valbuena - Pitch 2
  9. Bottom 6th - Jeff Samardzija to Pedro Alvarez - Pitch 3
  10. Top 7th - Justin Wilson to Brent Lillibridge - Pitch 2
  11. Top 7th - Justin Wilson to Jeff Samardzija - Pitch 1
  12. Bottom 7th - Jeff Samardzija to Neil Walker - Pitch 1
  13. Top 8th - Jared Hughes to Anthony Rizzo - Pitch 5

Pitcher Breakdown

Chicago Cubs

Jeff Samardzija

IP: 8.0
Walks: 1
Strikeouts: 9
Runs: 0
Hits: 2
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 3.93

Pitches Breakdown
  • Total: 110
  • Called Strike: 22
    Foul: 15
    Swinging Strike: 13
    Foul Tip: 2
    Swinging Strike (Blocked): 1
  • Ball: 35
    Ball In Dirt: 4
  • In play, no out: 3
    In play, out(s): 15
  1. 22
  2. 18
  3. 11
  4. 12
  5. 8
  6. 13
  7. 10
  8. 16
Single - 1 Double - 1 Field Error - 1 Walk - 1 Strikeout - 9 Groundout - 11 Forceout - 1 Pop Out - 3
Carlos Marmol

IP: 0.1
Walks: 1
Strikeouts: 1
Runs: 1
Hits: 1
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 4.75

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 19
Single - 1 Walk - 1 Hit By Pitch - 1 Strikeout - 1
James Russell

IP: 0.1
Walks: 0
Strikeouts: 0
Runs: 0
Hits: 0
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 5.0

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 5
Flyout - 1
Kyuji Fujikawa

IP: 0.1
Walks: 0
Strikeouts: 0
Runs: 0
Hits: 0
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 2.0

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 2
Flyout - 1

Pittsburgh Pirates

A.J. Burnett

IP: 5.2
Walks: 1
Strikeouts: 10
Runs: 3
Hits: 6
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 4.08

Pitches Breakdown
  • Total: 98
  • Called Strike: 17
    Foul: 16
    Swinging Strike (Blocked): 6
    Swinging Strike: 10
  • Ball: 32
    Ball In Dirt: 4
  • In play, no out: 4
    In play, run(s): 2
    In play, out(s): 6
  1. 18
  2. 16
  3. 19
  4. 22
  5. 11
  6. 12
Single - 3 Double - 2 Home Run - 1 Walk - 1 Hit By Pitch - 1 Strikeout - 10 Lineout - 1 Groundout - 5
Justin Wilson

IP: 1.1
Walks: 0
Strikeouts: 2
Runs: 0
Hits: 0
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 4.75

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 9
  2. 10
Strikeout - 2 Lineout - 1 Flyout - 1
Jared Hughes

IP: 1.0
Walks: 0
Strikeouts: 1
Runs: 0
Hits: 0
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 4.33

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 13
Strikeout - 1 Groundout - 2
Mark Melancon

IP: 1.0
Walks: 0
Strikeouts: 2
Runs: 0
Hits: 0
Avg. Pitches Per Batter: 2.25

Pitches Breakdown
  1. 9
Field Error - 1 Strikeout - 2 Flyout - 1

Player Breakdown

Cubs

Alberto Gonzalez

Position(s): Second Base

Results:

Pirates

Travis Snider

Position(s): Pinch Hitter

Results: