[Pair of 5s Sir]

Anymore SBR point wagers on the Lincecum opening game line. PIMIKe is in the book. Others?

[TheLock]

For our NCAA side wager....

[pimike]

Baseball around the corner

[TheLock]

Looking forward to those late West Coast games. Nothing like Vin Scully calling the late Dodger games.

[pimike]

Looking forward to those late West Coast games. Nothing like Vin Scully calling the late Dodger games.

I actually can't stand hearing him.

[ryanspeer2001]

Hey PO5S how do you feel about BABIP?

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Ryan, with the risk of being ignorant, what is BABIP?

[EXhoosier10]

-Batting Average on Balls In Play-

Speer, not to sound mean or anything, but I've never really thought of any downside to BABIP. There is obviously only so much stock you can put into it, but it can definitely be a useful tool to judge luck of a player. In some cases (e.g. Eric Byrnes), BABIP is skill induced because of so many weak hit balls (pop flys/bunts/etc), but the majority of the time, it can be useful for players whom you have a large enough sample size for.

[TheLock]

Ryan do you think BABIP is far superior to OPS in terms of determining an offensive players worth?

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Thank you for the clarification on the BABIP. It is something not considered by the Contrarian. TheLock, a student of contrarianism, knows what is considered in the selections .

In the words of the illustrious PIMIKE, "It's almost here."

[pimike]

Thank you for the clarification on the BABIP. It is something not considered by the Contrarian. TheLock, a student of contrarianism, knows what is considered in the selections .

In the words of the illustrious PIMIKE, "It's almost here."

[Pair of 5s Sir]

A few posts ago, we were talking about BABIP. Statistical information is used by many from a number of sources. I utilize StatFox.com for mine. I am aware of other sources. Please share what sources you use.

Additionally, share the books you will load for bases.

[TheLock]

I typically flip a coin when playing sides and totals in bases.

[EXhoosier10]

fangraphs.com I think has the most detailed data along with what I find to be one of the most interesting blogs. I highly recommend checking it out

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Thanks Ex, I will check it out.

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Checked out fansgraph.com, it is a wowser. Too tough for me Hoosier. I have my man TheLock doing some recon for me on that site. Thanks for the info.

[EXhoosier10]

No problem. The Standard, Advanced, and Batted Ball stats are the easiest to understand since there is no formula to come up with the data. Reading through their blogging is definitely a good way to learn about sabermetrics

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Any more takers on the Lincy line wager. The total is 160, 5Dimes we will use. The wager is - opening posted line for the season opener with Lincecum on the mound. PIMIKE is already down for an under for 75 pts.

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Does anyone have experience dealing with the The Greek Sportsbook. Do they have .10 line. I know they are the parent company of BetJam, who does offer a .10 line. Thanks.

[pimike]

Does anyone have experience dealing with the The Greek Sportsbook. Do they have .10 line. I know they are the parent company of BetJam, who does offer a .10 line. Thanks.

No sir, they don't

[Pair of 5s Sir]

My futures bets are in for MLB. Cincy Reds are the play for the pennant and WSeries. Bash me if you will.

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Any more takers on the Lincy SBR play. See post # 88. I will take the over.

[mlb]

I'm with you so I won't be betting against you ... The kid really gives u no reason for it to not be that high

[Pair of 5s Sir]

With bases looming in the distance, let's take time to mention the members of the Contrarian Mafia, past and present. This membership, by no request of their own are chartered members with full rights and privileges.

TheLock - responsible for pharmaceutical research
Jellobiafra - responsible for catering
PIMIKE - Contrarian Emeritus
Mlb - probationary contrarian (must satifsy all requirements under Article 1)

Any other posters that are interested in membership, please apply.

[TheLock]

I don't know what's funnier, that post or the fact that you made it at 3:11 AM

[CaramelDragon08]

^^^^

[Willie Bee]

^^^^

What's up dragon, welcome to SBR

[TheLock]

You know your thread has "made it" when Mr Willie Bee pops in.

[pimike]

You know your thread has "made it" when Mr Willie Bee pops in.

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Thanks Willie for dropping in, your participation in the thread is an honor.

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Id rather play bases than make money in college hoops

[pimike]

Id rather play bases than make money in college hoops

Don't you mean TRY to make money in College Hoops.

[Margin Walker]

Pairof5's do you have a link to your 2009 results?

[Pair of 5s Sir]

Unfortunately previous years had a daily thread. I am changing to a season thread this year. Sorry. Ask others about my reputation.

[pimike]

Pairof5's do you have a link to your 2009 results?

He is good.