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College World Series Predictions and Preview

June 17, 2021
by harvardsports
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By David Arkow With the first pitch of the College World Series this weekend, we set out to predict which of the eight teams in Omaha have the best shot at the title. While the College World Series might not have the same...

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Mookie Betts: The Best All-Around Player in MLB History

May 26, 2021
by harvardsports
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HSAC has deemed Mookie Betts the most well-rounded player in MLB history on account of his watchful eye at the plate, unexpected power, intelligent baserunning, elite defense, and rocket arm. Barry Bonds, Hank Aaron, and Jackie...

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The Dynasty Bracket Challenge Part III: The Finals

May 14, 2021
by harvardsports
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HSAC caps off its examination of the top modern sports dynasties with the Final Four: 2010s Warriors, 1990s Yankees, 1980s Oilers, and 2010s Patriots.

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The Greatest Modern Dynasties Bracket Challenge – Part I

April 5, 2021
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HSAC explores the top modern sports dynasties, pitting top teams like Jordan's Bulls against Stephen Curry's Warriors and the 1990s Bronx Bombers against the Big Red Machine.

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The Greatest Dynasties of All Time

April 2, 2021
by harvardsports
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Sports fans always debate the best dynasties - Celtics vs. Patriots, Bulls vs. Warriors, Yankees vs. everybody. We've looked at the data, and identified the best of the best across the world of sports.

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1 in 54,000: The Odds of the Twins’ Terrible Playoff Streak

October 7, 2020
by harvardsports
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How unlikely is the Minnesota Twins' playoff losing streak? The Harvard Sports Analysis Collective uses win probabilities to show that the odds are only .002% - or about 1 in 54,000.

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Play Moneyball! Determining MLB’s Most Efficient Spenders

September 29, 2020
by harvardsports
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by Danny Blumenthal AP / Designed by Mario Paulis Editor’s Note: HSAC is excited to partner with Sportico, a leading sports business publication. You can read this article, as well as more outstanding...

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The All-Tool Team: Identifying MLB’s Most Well-Rounded Players

July 27, 2020
by harvardsports
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Using advanced Statcast metrics, HSAC has assembled an All-Star team of Major League Baseball's top five-tool players. The team is led by Dodgers' stars Cody Bellinger and Mookie Betts, but also features more unheralded players...

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Positive Identity: How MLB Teams Build Success Through Organizational Philosophy

July 7, 2020
by harvardsports
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by Diego Martinez Editor’s Note: HSAC is excited to partner with Sportico, a new publication from Penske Media Corporation. You can read a summary of this article, as well as outstanding coverage of sports business and...

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Who Are the Biggest MLB All-Star Starting Roster Snubs of the Last 10 Years?

August 17, 2019
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By Shuvom Sadhuka Every year, the MLB showcases its best players in the All-Star game.  The game is never without controversy, as certain players who seem to deserve the honor are left off the league rosters...

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