Opportunity first
Expected starter workload, pitch count, recent role, health, bullpen context, and game conditions affect how many batters a pitcher may face.
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MLB strikeout-model context
Pitcher strikeout analysis depends on the expected opportunity as well as the matchup.
Matchup context
Pitcher characteristics, opponent strikeout tendencies, projected lineup handedness, contact quality, park, weather, and umpire or schedule context can matter when reliable inputs are available.
Market match
The displayed estimate, line, sportsbook price, and quote time need to refer to the same strikeout market. A stale line or a different book is not presented as a current match.