Stat Book: Pulling The Ball Vs. Hitting To Opposite Field

In this week’s edition of “Stat Book,” we take a look at the difference between pulling the ball and hitting to the opposite field.

If a left-handed hitter, like David Ortiz, hits the ball to right field, he is said to be pulling the ball. If Ortiz hits the ball to left field, though, it is considered an opposite field hit.

Check out the video above to learn more about the difference!