How does the formula within Scorecard™ actually work?

• The first part of the formula determines the number of Runners On Base by adding the number of hits, walks, hit-by-pitch and subtracting caught stealing.
• The second part figures out the Total Bases. This is the normal method of a single worth 1 base, a double two, etc.
• The third part is called Advancement of Runners. This adds stolen bases (multiplied by .6) and sacrifices (multiplied by .6) to the total bases.
• Next the number of Plate Appearances is determined by simply adding the number of at-bats, walks, and hit-by-pitches. This must be at least 25.
• Finally, all of these mini-formulas are combined as follows: On Base is multiplied by Advancement of Runners. That is then divided by Plate Appearances and the result is your Total Offense. 1 run is subtracted from this amount to complete the formula and provide a balance with pitching.
• The Total Defense is determined by counting the number of earned runs given up by all the pitchers and adding in the number of errors (multiplied by .6) with the number of lineup holes (multiplied by .6).
• A Raw Score is then determined that simply adds your TOTAL OFFENSE to your opponent's TOTAL DEFENSE. That number is then divided by 2.
• The Rounded Score is then determined using normal rounding techniques, i.e., scores of .50 or greater are rounded up and .49 or less are rounded down.
• The Final Score is the rounded score unless a tie-breaker is used (see the Tie-breaker FAQ) or the number of home runs hit was greater than the rounded score (rare).