Astroball : The New Way to Win It All by Ben Reiter (2019, Trade Paperback)

Astroball: The New Way to Win Baseball by Ben Reiter

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In Astroball, Ben Reiter tells the story of how the Astros became baseball's most innovative team, and how their success has changed the game forever.

The Astros' rise to the top of the baseball world is one of the most fascinating stories in sports history. In just a few short years, they went from being one of the worst teams in baseball to winning the World Series. And they did it all by using data and analytics in ways that no other team had ever done before.

Reiter tells the story of the Astros' success through the eyes of the people who made it happen. He talks to the players, the coaches, the front office staff, and the data scientists who helped the Astros turn their fortunes around. He also provides in-depth analysis of the Astros' innovative strategies, and shows how they have changed the way baseball is played.

Astroball is a must-read for any baseball fan. It's the story of how one team changed the game forever.

Here are some reviews from other readers:

* "A fascinating and well-written account of how the Astros became baseball's most innovative team." - The New York Times

* "A must-read for any baseball fan." - Sports Illustrated

* "A groundbreaking book that will change the way you think about baseball." - The Washington Post