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Go Figure: Statistical Gold Mine

Statheads everywhere are rejoicing: Bill James’ newest publication is out. Bill James, the stathead of all statheads, has a new book out called The Bill James Gold Mine 2009, in which he spews forth his usual stylings of statistical analysis and fascinating goodies. Here are the some the highlights: Carlos Pena drew nine bases-loaded walks […]

OBP as a Measure of Offensive Performance

March 10, 2007 / Baseball, Sabermetrics

If you think on-base percentage is the ultimate measuring stick, consider Morgan Ensberg’s 2006 season. BY BILL GILBERT Bill offers his take on the appropriate use of on-base percentage in measuring performance. Comments are welcome.‘ About 20 years ago, I recall asking a group of knowledgeable baseball friends what they thought the best single statistic

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