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Big Data & Baseball Analytics
The document discusses how Kitman Labs leverages big data and analytics in baseball, highlighting their system as an evolution of the concepts introduced by 'Moneyball.' They emphasize the importance of real-time data collection to enhance player health, performance, and decision-making, resulting in a significant reduction in injuries. The conversation includes insights on the future of data analytics in sports and the critical role it plays in achieving competitive advantages.
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Big Data & Baseball Analytics
- 1. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Hugely! Lookat Moneyball. It proved science is different between winning/losing. Our system is Moneyball’s next evolution. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk #DataTalkBig Data & Baseball Analytics
- 2. Join our #DataTalkon Thursdays at 5 p.m. ET We had an opportunity to talk with Kitman Labs about ways big data is leveraged for baseball. The following slides are highlights from our tweetchat with them. ex.pn/baseball
- 3. How important aredata and analytics when it comes to sports, specifically baseball?
- 4. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Hugely! Lookat Moneyball. It proved science is different between winning/losing. Our system is Moneyball’s next evolution. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Hugely! Look at Moneyball. It proved science is difference between winning/losing. Our system is Moneyball’s next evolution. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk
- 5. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Hugely! Lookat Moneyball. It proved science is different between winning/losing. Our system is Moneyball’s next evolution. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Jordan Takeyama Senior Public Relations Specialist at Experian @JordanTakeyama ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk It’s been fascinating to see how analytics has transformed the way general managers and trainers make decisions.
- 6. What types ofdata do you look at?
- 7. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk We collectreal time data from many sources including exercises recorded in Capture, our 3D video athlete screening tool. Plus daily self- reports of well-being and sleep quality, GPS data, heart rate availability, etc. It varies by team. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk We collect real time data from many sources including exercises recorded in Capture, our 3D video athlete screening tool. Plus daily self- reports of well-being and sleep quality, GPS data, heart rate availability, etc. It varies by team.
- 8. How does analyzingdata help you (or clients) make smarter decisions and stay ahead of the competition?
- 9. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk It’s impactedmost facets of the industry - stats, finances, etc. - we’re applying it to injury prevention and athlete health. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk It’s impacted most facets of the industry - stats, finances, etc. - we’re applying it to injury prevention and athlete health.
- 10. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Our systemis designed to be holistic and find insights from many data sources. The more information, the better. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Our system is designed to be holistic and find insights from many data sources. The more information, the better.
- 11. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Our systemis designed to be holistic and find insights from many data sources. The more information, the better. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk We call what we do “the science of winning.” Significantly increased player availability is a HUGE competitive advantage.
- 12. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Our systemis designed to be holistic and find insights from many data sources. The more information, the better. Experian Data Lab @Experian Data Lab ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk It’s similar in business. We look to provide insights to our clients to help them mitigate risk and make better decisions.
- 13. How have youseen data impact common baseball injuries?
- 14. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Make highlyinformed decisions about the smartest ways to train and condition, and to keep their players healthy and on the field. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Make highly informed decisions about the smartest ways to train and condition, and to keep their players healthy and on the field.
- 15. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Make highlyinformed decisions about the smartest ways to train and condition, and to keep their players healthy and on the field. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Research shows that many factors play a role in this epidemic. Longitudinal tracking of these risks can help reduce it, for instance, subtle velocity drops and pitch movement deviations have been shown to be markers of fatigue and injury risk.
- 16. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Make highlyinformed decisions about the smartest ways to train and condition, and to keep their players healthy and on the field. Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk We don’t prescribe off days - we empower coaches to use both our insights and their expertise to make the best decisions they can.
- 17. Can you shareany success stories on how analyzing data has helped teams and organizations gain a competitive advantage?
- 18. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs We don’ttell players, coaches, trainers, etc. to change - we enable them to perform at the height of their potential. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs We don’t tell players, coaches, trainers, etc. to change - we enable them to perform at the height of their potential.
- 19. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs We don’ttell players, coaches, trainers, etc. to change - we enable them to perform at the height of their potential. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs We’ve done studies showing that clients’ injuries have been reduced 15-33%. Keeping players on the field is key to winning.
- 20. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs Paradigm shiftsare always hard for some. Moneyball certainly dealt with that. We’re confident our system speaks for itself. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Jordan Takeyama Senior Public Relations Specialist at Experian @JordanTakeyama I’d say data has more than proved itself in baseball - if you look at the Rays, A’s, Giants, etc.
- 21. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs Paradigm shiftsare always hard for some. Moneyball certainly dealt with that. We’re confident our system speaks for itself. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalkKitman Labs @KitmanLabs Paradigm shifts are always hard for some. Moneyball certainly dealt with that. We’re confident our system speaks for itself.
- 22. What advice doyou have for those that have never analyzed their own data?
- 23. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Biggest similarities liein leveraging data and analytics to reduce risk and make more informed decisions. Experian Data Lab @ExperianDataLab ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Biggest similarities lie in leveraging data and analytics to reduce risk and make more informed decisions. Experian Data Lab @ExperianDataLab
- 24. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Biggest similarities liein leveraging data and analytics to reduce risk and make more informed decisions. Experian Data Lab @ExperianDataLab ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs We’re confident that we’re doing the most sports science research and tech development in this space. We’re equipped to provide this cutting-edge data analysis to teams no matter how much they’ve invested in it previously.
- 25. ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Biggest similarities liein leveraging data and analytics to reduce risk and make more informed decisions. Experian Data Lab @ExperianDataLab ex.pn/datatalk #DataTalk Whether it’s resting a player, or making a lending decision, data provides insight to feel more confident in decisions. Experian Data Lab @ExperianDataLab
- 26. Any untapped potentialwhen it comes to data and injury prevention?
- 27. #DataTalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs We wouldn’texist if there wasn’t! Our sports and data scientists are working every day to turn that potential into practice. #DataTalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs We wouldn’t exist if there wasn’t! Our sports and data scientists are working every day to turn that potential into practice. ex.pn/datatalk
- 28. Is 8 hoursof sleep a good rule of thumb for an athlete?
- 29. #DataTalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs We wouldn’texist if there wasn’t! Our sports and data scientists are working every day to turn that potential into practice. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Actually it varies from athlete to athlete. The best indicator is pattern of self-reported perceived sleep quality.
- 30. Where do yousee the future of data and analytics?
- 31. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Analyzing dataintelligently is crucial, but analysis is only as good as the quality/timeliness of the data collected. The future will see huge leaps forward in data collection with tools like 3D video motion capture athlete screening. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Analyzing data intelligently is crucial, but analysis is only as good as the quality/timeliness of the data collected. The future will see huge leaps forward in data collection with tools like 3D video motion capture athlete screening.
- 32. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Analyzing dataintelligently is crucial, but analysis is only as good as the quality/timeliness of the data collected. The future will see huge leaps forward in data collection with tools like 3D video motion capture athlete screening. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Jordan Takeyama Senior Public Relations Specialist at Experian @JordanTakeyama Couldn’t agree more. It’s like data only takes you so far, it’s the insights that matter.
- 33. Any final thoughtson how to leverage data and analytics?
- 34. #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Talent/skill/desire areall vital. But data and analytics are truly just as critical. Science and winning go hand in hand! #DataTalk ex.pn/datatalk Kitman Labs @KitmanLabs Talent/skill/desire are all vital. But data and analytics are truly just as critical. Science and winning go hand in hand!
- 35. Join our #DataTalkon Twitter on Thursdays at 5 p.m. ET. experian.com/datatalk