Yucaball started with a simple question.
While watching the 2023 World Baseball Classic, I noticed something I could not explain: a hitter like Luis Arráez, known more for contact than power, hitting home runs with a short, simple swing. It did not make sense. So I went looking for answers.
That search led me to Baseball Savant and the world of tracking data.
What began as curiosity became something deeper: understanding baseball beyond what you can see with the naked eye: not just outcomes, but the decisions, mechanics, and patterns behind every play.
That is where Yucaball comes from.
About Yucaball
Yucaball is a fan-built space to explore MLB with Statcast-backed profiles, clear tables, and charts you can use, made for Latin American fans and anyone who loves deeper baseball.
What we offer
Pitcher and hitter profiles with Statcast pitch data, traditional and advanced season stats, leaderboards, and a glossary so the numbers make sense.
Search and season views are built to tell each player’s story quickly: repertoires, plate discipline, quality of contact, and more.
Goals
Make advanced MLB data approachable in Spanish and English, with consistent visuals and clear notes where methodology matters.
Keep improving accuracy, performance, and new views (charts, comparisons, and quality-of-life features) as the project grows.
Charts & views you will find
Highlights available in profiles today:
Pitchers
- Pitch arsenal and usage
- Movement (pitch break) plots
- Release metrics, velocity trends, and tunnel-style trajectory views
- Zone and quality-of-contact summaries where data exists
Hitters
- Spray tendencies, attack zones, and Statcast batting metrics
- Season heat maps for traditional and advanced slash lines
- Recent-game context where available
Across the site
- Leaderboards and year-over-year pitching and batting dashboards
- Light/dark themes and layouts tuned for desktop and mobile
Support the project
It would be a great help if you could support me in continuing to improve this project.
For any questions, inquiries, or contact: yucaballin@gmail.com