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Ben Williamson Doubles Walk Rate, Struggles with Power

1/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ben Williamson, a Major League Baseball (MLB) player, improved plate discipline in 2026 by doubling his walk rate and reducing strikeouts.
His groundball rate rose to 61.8%, limiting his power potential.
Despite raising wRC+ from 62 to 83, a lower launch angle hurts his projection.
He chased pitches outside the strike zone and remained passive on hittable ones.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball expanded in 1993 by adding the Florida Marlins and Colorado Rockies, increasing the total number of teams to 28. This expansion marked a significant shift in the league's structure, emphasizing player development and analytics. The trend towards valuing on-base percentage, as seen in Ben Williamson's improved stats, may redefine player evaluation and strategy in the future.

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Story summary

Ben Williamson, a Major League Baseball (MLB) player, improved plate discipline in 2026 by doubling his walk rate and reducing strikeouts.
His groundball rate rose to 61.8%, limiting his power potential.
Despite raising wRC+ from 62 to 83, a lower launch angle hurts his projection.
He chased pitches outside the strike zone and remained passive on hittable ones.

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