Tieran Alexander October 4, 2022 MLB, MiLB Demystifying Clutch: The Real Factors That Determine The Best Performers Tieran Alexander October 4, 2022 MLB, MiLB Most people believe clutch is a myth, but it’s not one. Clutch hitting is a conscious choice for hitters. They get to choose what pitches to swing at, and swing decisions are everything.