Carlos Mendoza’s preposterous over-managing came back to bite Mets
But analytics-based spreadsheets tell modern managers to use their predetermined parade of relievers, even if the next one is just the latest in a series of ineffective placeholders.
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Maple Leafs Front-Office Duo Set, Insider Suspects
The Toronto Maple Leafs front-office tandem could be set, as one notable insider suspects, despite an unclear timeline. The post Maple Leafs Front-Office Duo Set, Insider Suspects appeared first on HEAVY.
"Analytics failed him" – Rich Paul reveals the "counterproductive" reason James Harden is still chasing his first NBA ring – Basketball Network
"Analytics failed him" - Rich Paul reveals the "counterproductive" reason James Harden is still chasing his first NBA ring Basketball Network
The analytics reason A.J. Pierzynski was ‘shocked’ by Red Sox firing Alex Cora
The Boston Red Sox remain a focal point as their organizational approach continues to evolve following manager Alex Cora’s recent dismissal. A.J. Pierzynski’s reaction has added to the conversation surrounding the shift. The early-season move quickly drew league-wide attention. The Red Sox fired Cora on Saturday, just hours following a 17–1 victory vs. the Baltimore […] The post The analytics reason A.J. Pierzynski was ‘shocked’ by Red Sox firing Alex Cora appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Maple Leafs Down to Final 2 GM Candidates
The Toronto Maple Leafs are down to the final two candidates for the team’s general manager role, according to a prominent NHL insider.Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman said on the 32 Thoughts Podcast on Friday that the Maple Leafs have narrowed their GM list from 10 to just two candidates. The two remaining candidates are former Arizona […] The post Maple Leafs Down to Final 2 GM Candidates appeared first on Heavy Sports.
MLB stats that make video-game numbers look realistic
The statistics that certain players are putting up are putting video game players to shame.
Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas drops mic on John Schneider’s World Series Game 7 revelation
In Game 7 of the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas blasted a game-tying home run off Jeff Hoffman in the ninth inning that broke the hearts of Toronto Blue Jays’ fans. In an interview with MLB insider Jeff Passan, Blue Jays manager John Schneider made a World Series Game 7 revelation, and […] The post Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas drops mic on John Schneider’s World Series Game 7 revelation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dodgers’ World Series hero claps back at managers who underestimate him: ‘Story of my life’
Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas responds to managers’ analytics comments after his historic Game 7 home run in the 2025 World Series, calling out baseball’s reliance on data over heart.
Sunny Mehta drops ‘dream job’ truth bomb on Devils’ general manager role
Seemingly out of nowhere, new New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta emerged as an intriguing candidate across the NHL. Mehta had worked in the Florida Panthers organization for both of their back-to-back Stanley Cups, making him a hot commodity. The analytically driven executive was the brains behind Bill Zito’s operation in Sunrise. With Zito […] The post Sunny Mehta drops ‘dream job’ truth bomb on Devils’ general manager role appeared first on ClutchPoints.
San Francisco 49ers GM Says AI Is Being Used For NFL Draft Prep: “If You Aren’t Using It, You’re Already Behind”
The artificial intelligence era is officially underway in the NFL. From my experience, there are two type of people in this world: those who are embracing AI, and those who don’t want anything to do with it. The technology is being presented to the public as life changing, and while it does have the power to be beneficial, not everyone is having positive experiences with it. Just ask the over 70,000 people in the tech space that have been laid […] The post San Francisco 49ers GM Says AI Is Being Used For NFL Draft Prep: “If You Aren’t Using It, You’re Already Behind” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
Brad Gilbert Admits Being Overwhelmed by ‘300 Pages’ of Coco Gauff Data
Brad Gilbert admits feeling overwhelmed by three hundred pages of Coco Gauff's analytics, questioning modern data reliance.
Colorado Rockies Bring Back Small Ball at Coors Field
The rise of analytics in professional baseball has brought on a lot of very noticeable changes in the game. Among the most notable has been the emphasis on things like “launch angle” and “exit velocity” at the plate, over the old school focus on making contact and moving runners. Swinging for the fence has been […] The post Colorado Rockies Bring Back Small Ball at Coors Field appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Stephen A. Smith Reacts to Draymond Green’s Tanking Comments With Strong Message
Draymond Green’s outspoken take on NBA tanking has found support from Stephen A. Smith, adding momentum to a growing league-wide debate.
So Far in 2026, Strikeouts Are Winning – And It Is Not Even Close
For more than a century, MLB hitters had a slight edge in the battle between pitcher and batter. Most at-bats still ended in outs, of course, but at least they could make contact with the ball. From 1900 through 2017, across every season in Major League Baseball, hits outnumbered strikeouts, every single time. It was […] The post So Far in 2026, Strikeouts Are Winning – And It Is Not Even Close appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Layoffs hit PFF content team amid $100M Teamworks sale
As news broke on Monday that Teamworks was officially acquiring the data arm of Pro Football Focus, the bespoke analytics firm owned by NBC Sports’ lead NFL analyst Cris Collinsworth, it became clear that many employees staffed on the company’s media side were not being retained. Collinsworth sold PFF’s enterprise data set and associated businesses,…
Cris Collinsworth retains PFF media arm in $100M+ Teamworks acquisition
The Teamworks acquisition of Pro Football Focus is now official, per Sports Business Journal, and the deal structure offers some clarity on what it means for Cris Collinsworth’s role at the company he has owned since 2014. When Wide Left’s Arif Hasan first reported the deal in February, one of the biggest open questions was what would happen…
Exclusive: Chris Chelios Drops Blunt Take on NHL’s Playoff Format
Chris Chelios did not hold back when he addressed the NHL's playoff format. He raised concerns that top teams may exit far too early. The post Exclusive: Chris Chelios Drops Blunt Take on NHL’s Playoff Format appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Yankees are running it back — and that’s going to be a good thing
There’s certainly no guarantee they will become World Champions after failing to do so 16 straight years. And being due — or in this case way overdue — isn’t a real analytic.
Chase Utley and the Data-Driven Dilemma for Hall Voters
Chase Utley’s Hall of Fame debut tests how much voters truly trust analytics. His career numbers demand respect, but the question is whether data-driven dominance...