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Designated Hitter
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Statistical Impact and League Variance
The most immediate statistical impact of the DH rule is an observable increase in both runs scored and total bases per game in leagues employing the rule compared to leagues that do not. While some analysts attribute this solely to the presence of an extra hitter, others suggest that the increased offensive pressure forces opposing pitchers to work faster, potentially degrading their…