The Finals. Run Matrix. Hockey Team Construction. Mock Draft Quality. EPL Stats.
Issue One Hundred And Ninety Two
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Issue Summary
As the NBA Finals tip off with a unique, data-driven preview, a new method for measuring NFL mock draft quality is unveiled, and baseball analytics gets a crucial update with a reloaded run expectancy matrix. Meanwhile, a fresh analysis explores whether superstar power or team depth truly wins in hockey, and each Premier League club's 2024-25 season is summed up with one defining statistic.
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The CHRIS Finals Preview
With the NBA Finals set to tip off, this unique preview from
dives into the two contending teams through a collection of intriguing season-long observations, from roster construction and international player presence to historical trades, player development, and even their social media habits. chartinghoops.substack.comHow Do We Measure Mock Draft Quality?
Explore a new, statistically robust method for evaluating NFL mock draft accuracy from
, revealing why traditional scoring systems fall short and how an advanced correlation metric identifies truly superior predictions. grindingthemocks.substack.comThe Run Expectancy Matrix, Reloaded for the 2020s
In a public service to baseball analytics, a new, updated run expectancy matrix for 2025 is unveiled, providing crucial data for understanding how scoring probabilities have shifted across different eras and why modern baseball's reliance on strikeouts and home runs impacts game strategy. fangraphs.com
Is It Better for a Hockey Team to Have a Superstar or Depth?
In the age-old debate of superstar power vs. team depth in hockey, a new analysis by
using Shannon entropy reveals how shot distribution impacts goal-scoring, offering insights into whether relying on a few top players or spreading the offensive wealth leads to more on-ice success. edwithsports.substack.comOne Stat to Sum Up Each Premier League Club’s 2024-25 Season
Step onto the pitch as we dissect each Premier League club's 2024-25 season through a single, defining statistic, revealing the surprising stories, key successes, and unexpected struggles that shaped their campaigns. theanalyst.com
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