A "Maddux" in baseball is a term used to describe when a pitcher throws a complete-game shutout in fewer than 100 pitches. This means the pitcher pitches all nine or more innings without allowing any runs and does so using 99 or fewer pitches. The term was coined by baseball writer Jason Lukehart in 2012, named after the Hall of Famer Greg Maddux, who was famous for his pitching efficiency and holds the record for the most Madduxes with 13 since detailed pitch count data became available in 1988. In essence, a Maddux highlights a pitcher's exceptional control and efficiency, dominating a game with precision and economy rather than just velocity or strikeouts. It is considered a rare and celebrated achievement in baseball. Greg Maddux himself had remarkable games fitting this description, such as a complete game with only 78 pitches. The statistic not only honors Maddux's legacy but also the skill and strategy of pitching effectively.