Official Site of the Nationals · May 19, 2016
Mets-Nationals gets MLB Plus treatment on Thursday
Mike Petriello talks with Matt Waymire about the innovative new MLB Plus, featuring Statcast, and previews who will join the showBy placing real-time emphasis on the metrics -- such as spin rate, outfield positioning and exit velocity -- that drive the decision-making process in the modern-day Major Leagues, MLB Plus serves as a sophisticated source of insight. The Statcast™ data adds nuance to the logistics of long balls, the broadcast crew picks up on small details that can make big differences in ballgames, and viewers are invited to join in with questions and comments -- using the #MLBPlus hashtag -- that are addressed on air.