About This Trend

Maddux is a baseball statistical achievement where a pitcher throws a complete game shutout of nine or more innings with fewer than 100 pitches. It is named after Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux, known for his pitching efficiency.

The term is currently trending due to recent discussions and achievements in professional baseball games, where pitchers are nearing or accomplishing this feat, sparking interest and debate among fans and analysts about its significance in modern baseball. .

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