ERA Calculator
Calculate a pitcher's Earned Run Average
Enter partial innings as decimals (e.g., 6.2 for 6⅔ innings)
Earned Run Average (ERA)
Runs allowed per 9 innings
ERA Calculator Guide
What is the ERA Calculator
The ERA Calculator is a quick and reliable tool that helps evaluate a baseball pitcher’s performance. By entering earned runs and innings pitched, it calculates the pitcher’s Earned Run Average (ERA)—a key metric used by coaches, players, fans, and fantasy league participants to measure pitching effectiveness.
Key Benefits:
- Calculates ERA in seconds
- Useful for scouting, game analysis, and fantasy leagues
- Accurate and easy to use across all devices
What is ERA in Baseball
ERA (Earned Run Average) measures the average number of earned runs a pitcher allows over a nine-inning game. It’s one of the most widely recognized statistics in baseball. The lower the ERA, the better the pitching performance.
ERA Formula
ERA = (Earned Runs × 9) ÷ Innings Pitched This formula gives you the average number of earned runs allowed per full game.
How to Use the ERA Calculator
- Enter Earned Runs – Input the number of runs the pitcher has allowed.
- Input Innings Pitched – Enter the total innings the pitcher has thrown.
- Get the Result – The calculator automatically provides the ERA based on the formula above.
Example Calculation
If a pitcher allows 3 earned runs over 7 innings, the calculation would be:
ERA = (3 × 9) ÷ 7 = 27 ÷ 7 = 3.86
An ERA of 3.86 is generally considered strong in most professional baseball leagues.
Why ERA Matters
ERA is an essential statistic for:
- Evaluating individual pitcher performance
- Drafting and managing fantasy baseball teams
- Analyzing pitching strategies in real games
- Comparing pitchers across leagues and levels
While ERA does not include defensive errors or unearned runs, it remains a reliable standard for gauging a pitcher’s ability to limit scoring.
Explore More Tools and Resources
For detailed analysis: Fangraphs Advanced Stats Guide
Learn more: MLB Glossary – Earned Run Average
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