In the 1980s, nerds got their revenge and now hold power in sports. Analytics rule the industry, with John W. Henry signing Alex Bregman for the Red Sox and the Celtics now focusing on three-pointers. Fanatics, led by CEO Michael Rubin, dominates sports merchandise, while the Sloan Analytics Summit in Boston features top industry speakers like Jonathan Kraft and Alex Rodriguez. Analytics are crucial for teams like the Patriots in making financial decisions. Baseball statistics are now highly detailed, showcasing the impact of analytics on the sport. The Sloan Conference will also address the influence of analytics on basketball, with experts discussing the dominance of the three-point shot. The history of analytics in sports betting will be explored, with panelists examining strategies for handling unexpected results. Sponsors of the conference include Fanatics, DraftKings, and ESPN, highlighting the tight connection between analytics and sports betting in the industry.
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