Moneyball: Oakland A's Analytics Revolution (2002)
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Billy Beane chose to use statistical analysis (sabermetrics) instead of traditional scouting to build the Oakland A's on a tiny budget. The approach, immortalized in Moneyball, transformed professional sports.
Sabermetrics (Data-Driven)
2002
year
On-base percentage over batting average, undervalued players
method
$40M (vs Yankees' $125M)
budget
Chosen — 20-game win streak, transformed all sports
outcome
Traditional Scouting
2002
year
Scouts evaluate tools, instincts, body type
method
Same limited budget
budget
Not chosen — couldn't compete with rich teams
outcome
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