the complete and official record of major league baseball
1990
Statistics on the 13,000 men who have played or pitched in the major leagues, an alphabetical listing of team managers, a listing of teams from 1876 to 1989, and a register of all awards.
Contains facts, charts, and statistics from a variety of sources that provide information about gambling in America, discussing the tradition of gambling, types and revenues, pari-mutuel betting, casino gambling, lotteries, and public opinion. Includes a glossary and references.
"Uses new research in science and psychology to set out ten strategies for using statistics to erase our biases and replace them with new ideas that use virtues like patience, curiosity, and good sense to better understand ourselves andthe world . . ."--Provided by publisher.
A sports almanac for young fans that provides information and statistics on the 2008 sports season, covering basketball, baseball, football, hockey, golf, tennis, cycling, auto racing, BMX, snowboarding, and in-line skating.
"What does on-base percentage (OBP) have to do with baseball greatness? More than you think. In this . . . look at baseball, you will discover statistics and uncover facts that will help you better understand the game and enjoy every strikeout, stolen base, and home run all the more"--Back cover.