Morey, Alan.
Fantasy Baseball Math.
Capstone Publishers
2017
32p
$20.99
ISBN 978-1-5157-22167-3
ms/hs
Series: Fantasy Sports
Math Nonfiction
E-BNS
Fantasy Baseball Math is an
excellent introduction to the nuances of the game of baseball. The text
explains the statistics used in the game in a manner that will allow
a novice to quickly understand the basics of fantasy baseball, which can be
complex in some situations. In addition to explaining statistics such as WHIP,
OPS and ERA, the text includes basics about the types of
leagues, as in rotisserie or a head-to-head league. Each league attracts a
different type of player, and the book does a good job explaining what each
league offers to help its readers make an informed decision.
In addition to the basic statistics and the well-done descriptions of each type of league, the text delves into deeper topics such as drafting strategies and using math to best assemble one’s team. In the early rounds of drafts, managers have to choose between high strikeout starting pitchers and power hitters with plus batting averages. This age-old draft debate of slugger versus ace is sufficiently explained using numbers to help readers make an informed decision. Throughout, the text features quizzes for its readers to help them check their understanding after reading about a new concept.
The book is an excellent introduction to fantasy baseball's objective math-based concepts and some of its more subjective subtleties. A basic to slightly advanced understanding of baseball is required to fully grasp the text's information, but this is an excellent introduction to fantasy baseball for older middle school students and any high school student. Highly recommended.
In addition to the basic statistics and the well-done descriptions of each type of league, the text delves into deeper topics such as drafting strategies and using math to best assemble one’s team. In the early rounds of drafts, managers have to choose between high strikeout starting pitchers and power hitters with plus batting averages. This age-old draft debate of slugger versus ace is sufficiently explained using numbers to help readers make an informed decision. Throughout, the text features quizzes for its readers to help them check their understanding after reading about a new concept.
The book is an excellent introduction to fantasy baseball's objective math-based concepts and some of its more subjective subtleties. A basic to slightly advanced understanding of baseball is required to fully grasp the text's information, but this is an excellent introduction to fantasy baseball for older middle school students and any high school student. Highly recommended.
Summary: The book is an excellent introduction to
fantasy baseball's objective math-based concepts and some of its more
subjective subtleties.
Math, Fantasy baseball
--Stephanie
Pennucci
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