2020 Stats
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.156
HR
8
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22
R
18
SB
2
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The Rays going 0-for-the-World Series around the Randy Arozarena homers put the spotlight on the terrible early returns on their deal for Renfroe. Rather than pay Tommy Pham what he had coming in arbitration or give Jake Cronenworth a chance in Tampa Bay, both were sent packing for Renfroe and prospect Xavier Edwards. Renfroe was horrendous in Tampa Bay outside of the occasional massive homer off a lefty pitcher. The club used him in a platoon capacity, but as Eastern Division foes lost lefties to injuries, Renfroe's playing time declined. The swing is long, and when it rests, it has a tough time waking up. Boston is hoping that changes in 2021 after signing him to provide help against lefties. Renfroe's flyball-plus-pull-heavy approach in Fenway may entice you to reach, but a few dominoes need to fall for him to play every day. Read Past Outlooks

Signs with Boston
Renfroe signed a one-year, $3.1 million contract with the Red Sox on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Renfroe reached the World Series with the Rays last season but was designated for assignment in November after posting a disappointing .156/.252/.393 slash line. How exactly he fits into Boston's outfield plans won't become entirely clear until the conclusion of the offseason, but he should at least be able to carve out a role against lefties. He's a career .258/.339/.573 hitter against southpaws, but his .216/.268/.449 career line against righties makes it tough to rely on him as an everyday option.
Renfroe reached the World Series with the Rays last season but was designated for assignment in November after posting a disappointing .156/.252/.393 slash line. How exactly he fits into Boston's outfield plans won't become entirely clear until the conclusion of the offseason, but he should at least be able to carve out a role against lefties. He's a career .258/.339/.573 hitter against southpaws, but his .216/.268/.449 career line against righties makes it tough to rely on him as an everyday option.
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Left/Right Batting Splits
Since 2018
+13%
OPS vs LHP
2020
+36%
OPS vs LHP
OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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Since 2018vs Left | .844 | 355 | 24 | 47 | .234 | ||||
Since 2018vs Right | .744 | 708 | 43 | 106 | .217 | ||||
2020vs Left | .806 | 51 | 5 | 8 | .146 | ||||
2020vs Right | .591 | 77 | 3 | 13 | .157 | ||||
2019vs Left | .906 | 133 | 11 | 19 | .239 | ||||
2019vs Right | .733 | 361 | 22 | 45 | .208 | ||||
2018vs Left | .809 | 171 | 8 | 20 | .253 | ||||
2018vs Right | .803 | 270 | 18 | 48 | .245 | ||||
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Home/Away Batting Splits
Since 2018
+5%
OPS at Home
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+15%
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Since 2018Home | .791 | 491 | 32 | 74 | .210 | ||||
Since 2018Away | .755 | 579 | 35 | 79 | .229 | ||||
2020Home | .679 | 67 | 5 | 10 | .125 | ||||
2020Away | .592 | 68 | 3 | 11 | .161 | ||||
2019Home | .750 | 214 | 14 | 29 | .193 | ||||
2019Away | .799 | 280 | 19 | 35 | .233 | ||||
2018Home | .867 | 210 | 13 | 35 | .253 | ||||
2018Away | .751 | 231 | 13 | 33 | .244 | ||||
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Stat Review
How does Hunter Renfroe compare to other hitters?
This section compares his stats with all batting seasons from the previous three seasons (minimum 400 plate appearances)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
BB/K
0.38BB Rate
10.1%K Rate
26.6%BABIP
.141ISO
.238AVG
.156OBP
.252SLG
.393OPS
.645wOBA
.280Exit Velocity
84.0 mphHard Hit Rate
34.9%Barrels/PA
5.8%Advanced Batting Stats
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Renfroe's 2019 campaign was a drastic contrast between two halves. He cracked 27 home runs before the All-Star break, tied for fifth in the majors. The second half was a different story, however, as he hit a paltry .161 and swatted only six long balls. Injuries played a major part in his slide; he was dogged with various ailments throughout the latter part of the season. His 31.2 K% and 71.4% contact rate were both far below league average, yet he posted the highest walk rate (9.3%) and ISO (.273) of his career. This offseason, the Rays shipped Tommy Pham and a good prospect to San Diego for Renfroe and a great prospect. Part of the real-life appeal is that he was worth 22 defensive runs saved last year (elite) and can play all three outfield spots. His career splits (139 wRC+ against LHP, 90 wRC+ against RHP) could lead to the platoon-happy Rays handing Renfroe his fewest PA since his rookie season.
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Let go by Rays
Renfroe cleared waivers and became an unrestricted free agent Wednesday, John Romano of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
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Designated for assigment
Renfroe was designated for assignment Friday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.
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Hits grand slam in clincher
Renfroe launched a grand slam in Wednesday's Game 2 win over the Blue Jays.
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Launches eighth homer
Renfroe went 1-for-2 with a solo home run, a walk and another run scored in a win over the Orioles in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader.
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Cranks seventh homer
Renfroe went 1-for-3 with a solo home run Thursday against the Red Sox.
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