Statistics

When will Curry come back and how good is the team without him?
Chris Gorski, Editor
The best statistical analysis may be no match for luck.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Tonight's MLB draft gives new bonus structure a second at-bat.
Chris Gorski, Editor
At Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, presenters frequently need to convince others that their conclusions were valid.
Chris Gorski, Editor
New research shows that there's not much difference between the best kicker in the NFL and one who is average.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Drafting is not always a matter of taking the best player available, which is where strategy comes in.
Chris Gorski, Editor
The conference is now concluded, but it's likely that a lot of the research presented here will have a longer-lasting effect.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Friday was the first day of the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and a fascinating day.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Today I found myself awash in new ways to look at sports.
Chris Gorski, Editor
I'm in Boston to attend the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, taking place March 2-3.
Chris Gorski, Editor
It may take a hot goalie to win the Stanley Cup, but evaluating his true skill requires deep statistical analysis and plenty of data.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Early study puts a number on the extraordinary dominance of Tiger Woods.
Chris Gorski, Editor