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Issue One Hundred And Fifty-Nine.
A fan survey highlights key MLS rivalries, while some teams lack clear rivals. A football data scouting article explores outlier detection methods, and Chelsea hires NBA executive Sachin Gupta to boost data-driven recruitment. MLB's 2024 playoff chances are ranked, and an NFL study shows declining red zone efficiency with quarterback struggles and more effective running plays.
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MLS Rivalries: Who fans think their biggest rivals ar
A fan survey of 5,087 MLS supporters revealed major rivalries like Columbus vs. Cincinnati and LA Galaxy vs. LAFC, while some teams, like Minnesota and Vancouver, lack clear rivals. Geographic proximity and history shape these rivalries.
The complexity of outliers in data scouting in football
Explores outlier detection in football data analysis, focusing on different methods such as standard deviation, mean absolute deviation, and clustering while highlighting the impact of calculation choices on scouting insights.
Sachin Gupta: Chelsea’s newest hire – and one of the most highly regarded analytical minds in the NBA ($)
Chelsea has hired NBA executive Sachin Gupta to lead its data analytics, aiming to enhance player recruitment and performance strategy as part of Clearlake Capital's ongoing investment in the club’s infrastructure and technology.
MLB Playoffs 2024: Who Has the Best Chance of Winning It All?
Probability list for each of the teams. Sorry Royals and Astros, you can ignore this.
Study: What’s Going On With Red Zone Offense?
The NFL has seen a sharper decline in red zone efficiency compared to non-red zone situations, with quarterback accuracy plummeting in the red zone, while running the ball remains a more effective strategy when the field shrinks.
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