In the context of PrizePicks, “total bases” typically refers to a betting or fantasy sports metric that counts the total number of bases a player records in a baseball game. This metric is used to gauge a player’s offensive performance and is often a part of player prop bets.
Here’s how total bases are calculated:
- Singles count as 1 base.
- Doubles count as 2 bases.
- Triples count as 3 bases.
- Home Runs count as 4 bases.
- Walks and Hit by Pitch do not count towards total bases.
For example, if a player goes 2-for-4 with a single and a double, their total bases for that game would be 1 (single) + 2 (double) = 3 total bases. If they hit a home run in the game, their total bases would increase significantly since a home run counts as 4 bases.
In PrizePicks, users can make predictions on whether a player will achieve over or under a certain number of total bases in a game. This adds an extra layer of engagement for fans and players alike, as it encourages them to follow individual player performances closely.