Why does Radke get hit so hard?

[kcs261]

Radke is way overrated. All you have to do is look at his 2003 and 2002 numbers to see that his 3.48 ERA of 2004 was a bit of a fluke compared to the previous years of 4.49 and 4.72. So don't expect ace-like numbers from him.

[Q]

Well his hit percentage is 32% which is within the +- 2% range but if you want to get technical it should be 2% lower. His major problem are the 7 home runs in 33.2 IP. If he cut down on those his ERA would be mid to low threes.