There have been close to 40 complete games pitched in MLB this season so far.
The modern era all-time single season record for a pitchers is 41 complete games
in 1904. Since then the number has been reduced such that Shane Bieber led MLB
with 3 complete games in the last full season 2019. This year 3 players already
have 3 complete games. Over the years complete games have dwindled and that
trend is likely to continue. Better relief pitchers compared to what used to be
the case might be a reason. But hitters knowledge of the pitchers has never
been better. Batters watching replay of their AB's during the game helps them
refine their approach in future ABs.
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Thu Aug 26 2021
