The running game was one of the strengths of the 2021 Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays were one of five teams to put up double digit BaseRuns according to FanGraphs.com. The way they got there is quite unique.
Their +11.2 BaseRuns were earned by +5.3 UBR (Ultimate Base Running), +10.8 wGDP (Weighted Grounded into Double Play Runs), and -4.9 wSB (Weighted Stolen Base Runs). The Rays were sixth in UBR, first in wGDP, and tied for 26th in wSB.
Stealing Bases
Most fans equate baserunning with base stealing, but the Rays were not great at stealing bases.