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Course Outline: Baseball Statistics and Instinct

Course Outline: Baseball Statistics and Instinct Module 1: Introduction Baseball has always been about stories (instinct) and numbers (data). Neither is "right" or "wrong." They are just different lenses. When we use both, we see the whole picture. Takeaway: You don't have to choose. Both can help teams become successful.  Materials: Short video montage contrasting classic scouting moments with modern data visualizations; simple handout defining "instinct" vs. "analytics".  Module 2: Trusting Your Eyes Instinct isn't magic; it's experience.  Takeaway: Your observations matter. They are valid data points too. Materials: Video clips of three different hitters/swings for group discussion; printable checklist card with prompts like balance, rhythm, and non-verbal communication.  Module 3: Listening to the Numbers Statistics aren't there to evaluate players; they're there to tell a story. Moving past old statistics (like Batting Av...