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Inside the SABR Analytics Conference — Part 3 0


dave cameron max mannis sabr conventionWhen I attended the 2013 SABR Analytics Conference in Phoenix in March, I talked to big-league players and MLB general managers about the role sabermetrics (basically new statistics in baseball that involve more numbers than traditional stats) play in baseball. I also got to hear experts use stats to debate who the best player of all time is, predict who will be the game’s next great players, and their thoughts on the 2013 season.

Brian Kenny, host of Clubhouse Confidential on the MLB Network, moderated a panel discussion about just those topics. The people who participated were Dave Cameron (a writer for FanGraphs), Rob Neyer (an author and writer for ESPN and SB Nation), and Vince Gennaro (an author and MLB consultant). Kenny began by asking everyone the same questions: Who is the best baseball player ever (aside from Babe Ruth)? Who is the best player today?
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Inside the SABR Analytics Conference — Part 2 1


At the SABR Analytics Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, I learned from a number of general managers that running an MLB team takes a lot more skill and tools than the typical baseball fan might think. More »

Q&A: Chadwick Boseman On Jackie Robinson and 42 7


Chadwick BosemanJackie Robinson famously broke baseball's color barrier when he made his major league debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. But it was not an easy journey for the future Hall of Famer. The new movie 42 (which opens on April 12) tells Robinson's story, including all the setbacks and triumphs he faced both on and off the field. SI KIDS caught up with its star, Chadwick Boseman (right), who had the tall order of playing the legendary Robinson.

Q. What did you do to prepare to play baseball like Jackie Robinson?
A. I just tried to keep it simple. I watched footage of him from the Hall of Fame to see the way he moved, the way he swung, the way he threw. Then it was all about getting coaches and feedback.

Q. How much time was spent working on baseball? More »

Inside the SABR Analytics Conference — Part I 6


I recently spent three days in Phoenix, Arizona attending baseball meetings, panels, and competitions at the SABR Analytics Conference. SABR (Society for American Baseball Research) uses a lot of new metrics to help solve debates on today’s game. More »

Hitting Tips From Former All-Star Harold Reynolds: Grip and Stance 2


Over the next few weeks as you get ready for your little league season, SI Kids and Franklin Baseball will feature some great hitting tips from former Seattle Mariners All-Star second baseman and MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds. Check out this week's video that explains how to get the perfect stance and grip at the plate! More »

Everything You Need To Know About the World Baseball Classic In One Infographic 6


The World Baseball Classic starts tonight at 11:30 pm on MLB Network! Australia takes on Chinese Taipei. Here's EVERYTHING you need to know about the WBC in one handy (big) infographic, courtesy of Major League Baseball. More »

Watch One Of the Craziest Diving Baseball Catches You'll Ever See 16


We've been watching baseball a LONG time. We've seen some amazing plays. Home runs stolen by an outfielder climbing the wall. Shortstops going deep into the hole and having to jump and spin to nail the runner at first. A third baseman flying into the stands for a foul ball. But NC State centerfielder Brett Williams may have our favorite play. His dive is so crazy, it almost doesn't look real. More »

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