mlb_batting_orders: *Retrieve batting orders for a given MLB game*

In baseballr: Acquiring and Analyzing Baseball Data

Retrieve batting orders for a given MLB game

Description

Retrieve batting orders for a given MLB game

Usage

mlb_batting_orders(game_pk, type = "starting")

Arguments

game_pk	The unique game_pk identifier for the game
type	Whether to just return the starting lineup ('starting') or all batters that appeared ('all')

Value

Returns a tibble that includes probable starting pitchers and the home plate umpire for the game_pk requested

col_name	types	description
id	integer	MLB player ID.
fullName	character	Player full name.
abbreviation	character	Fielding position abbreviation.
batting_order	character	Spot in the batting order (1-9).
batting_position_num	character	Sub-position within the lineup spot (0 = starter).
team	character	Side of the matchup ('home' or 'away').
teamName	character	Team name.
teamID	integer	MLB team ID.

Examples

  try(mlb_batting_orders(game_pk=566001))

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