Earned Run Average
Definition of Earned Run Average as it relates to Sports, Major League Baseball, Sports American League, Baseball
Earned Run Average (ERA) is a measure used in baseball to assess the performance of pitchers. It represents the average number of earned runs allowed by a pitcher per nine innings pitched. In the hierarchy, it falls under the broader category of Baseball, which is part of the Sports American League, which is further categorized under Major League Baseball, all of which are encompassed within the larger category of Sports. This metric serves as a valuable tool for evaluating pitching performance in baseball, providing insight into a player's effectiveness on the mound and contributing to the overall success of their team.