An Econometric Analysis of the 2013 Major League Baseball Season

Fullerton, Steven L. and Fullerton, Thomas M., Jr. and Walke, Adam G. (2014): An Econometric Analysis of the 2013 Major League Baseball Season. Published in: Research in Business & Economics Journal , Vol. 9, (11 August 2014): pp. 1-6.

Abstract

An econometric analysis of 2013 Major League Baseball season is conducted with respect to regular season victories. Results obtained confirm many, but not all, results reported in prior research. The importance of solid team pitching, defense, and offense is underscored. Outcomes for salaries and league affiliations differ substantially from prior seasons. History may serve as a guide to what occurs on the field, but it does not always repeat in the manner indicated in bygone years. Ultimately, 2013 represents a departure from the standard baseball norm.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Major League Baseball; Team Performance
• Subjects: L - Industrial Organization > L2 - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior > L20 - General; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M2 - Business Economics > M21 - Business Economics

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