From the Diamond to the Keyboard: Exploring the Overlapping Worlds of Baseball and Technology

I’m Mac Hendrix, a 12-year-old boy who loves playing travel baseball and has a keen interest in technology. While baseball and technology may seem worlds apart, they’re actually converging more than ever, especially within the MLB. Notable technologies making waves in the baseball realm include Google Statcast, WinReality, Diamond Kinetics, Kinatrax, and Biotracking. Data Analytics in Baseball <img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/0*EIaSPQPmrPerLeaa" style="height:467px; width:700px" /> Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@jf3380?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Jose Morales</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Unsplash</a> Data analytics is a technology that employs an array of sensors attached to bats, players, and even cameras to gather real-time performance data. This data is then interpreted by computer programs. For instance, Statcast cameras capture information about batted balls, providing insights like the ball’s speed, distance traveled, and time in the air. Teams utilize this data to make informed decisions about their players. By identifying trends like low ball contact or frequent pop-ups, they tailor training plans to address specific areas. Not all metrics require sensors; some are based on manual recording. Take the simplest stat in baseball: batting average. Calculated by dividing hits by at-bats, it reveals how often a player gets a base hit. Computers now rapidly process this data league-wide, aiding managers in making strategic choices and adjustments. <a href="https://medium.com/@emhendrix11/from-the-diamond-to-the-keyboard-exploring-the-overlapping-worlds-of-baseball-and-technology-f3c111d815b0">Visit Now</a>