A Mathematician at the Ballpark

Name: A Mathematician at the Ballpark
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ISBN: 9780452287822

Odds and Probabilities for Baseball Fans

Ken Ross

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Plume
27 February 2007

Probability & statistics; Baseball

In A Mathematician at the Ballpark, professor Ken Ross reveals the math behind the stats. This lively and accessible book shows baseball fans how to harness the power of made predictions and better understand the game.

Using real-world examples from historical and modern-day teams, Ross shows-

Why on-base and slugging percentages are more important than batting averages

How professional odds makers predict the length of a seven-game series

How to use mathematics to make smarter bets

A Mathematician at the Ballpark is the perfect guide to the science of probability for the stats-obsessed baseball fansand, with a detailed new appendix on fantasy baseball, an essential tool for anyone involved in a fantasy league.

By: Ken Ross
Imprint: Plume
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Annotated edition
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 181g
ISBN: 9780452287822
ISBN 10: 0452287820
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 27 February 2007
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active