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Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game

This book delves into the application of sabermetrics, a statistical analysis methodology, to transform the sport of baseball. It narrates the story of how a small-market team utilized data-driven strategies to compete with larger, wealthier franchises. more

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Michael Lewis
Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis, born on October 15, 1960, is a renowned American author. His works are known for their in-depth investigations and revelations of the truths in the financial, business, and sports worlds. more

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