StatLab
← Level 0: The stats you already know

Capstone: read a box score with new eyes

Same box score you've read your whole life. Can you now see what it's hiding?

Below is a real, current stat line. Level 0's whole point: every number on it is true, and every number on it is incomplete. Before answering the questions, say out loud what each stat is NOT telling you.

How this stat lies to you

  • This capstone's real lesson: 'true' and 'informative' are different properties of a stat.

Check yourself

1. Two hitters bat .275. What CAN'T you conclude?

2. A pitcher is 14-4. His teammate is 6-11 with a better ERA. Who pitched better?

3. The cleanest single takeaway from Level 0?