Analytics

Phillies Slam Data Analytics Firm with Lawsuit Over Contract Breach Just Before Opening Day

by

Philadelphia, Pa. — The Philadelphia Phillies have initiated legal action against Zelus Analytics, alleging that the data analytics firm has breached their contractual agreement. The lawsuit was filed just days before the team’s Opening Day on March 27. In the legal documents submitted to the court, the Phillies asserted that Zelus was compromising their competitive edge by attempting to market parts of its data analysis platform to divisional competitors. The team requested judicial intervention to protect its interests in pursuit of a World Series title. However, a judge dismissed the Phillies’ request in April, citing … Read more

New York Yankees Address Communication Breakdown by Hiring Analytics Guru with Coaching Background

by

TAMPA, Fla. – Last season proved to be a challenging one for the New York Yankees, and amidst their struggles, a communication issue emerged. Players felt that the analytics provided by the front office were not effectively delivered. The information itself was valuable, but its timing, delivery, and sources often missed the mark. Even Aaron Judge hinted at this problem after the regular season ended, stating that they needed to find a solution. Enter Aaron Leanhardt, a highly qualified individual with a doctorate from MIT and seven years of experience as a physics professor at … Read more