The Ball Game Biz
Download or Read eBook The Ball Game Biz PDF written by David George Surdam and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2014-01-10 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : David George Surdam |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 205 |
Release | : 2014-01-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780786462278 |
ISBN-13 | : 0786462272 |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Ball Game Biz by : David George Surdam
Book excerpt: This work uses economic theory, simple probability, statistical concepts and game theory to analyze the economics of professional sports. It treats sports leagues as cartels and uses historical examples to test theories regarding labor economics. Many key issues that have sparked raging arguments among fans and writers are addressed, including free agency's effect on competitive balance, how rising player salaries have/haven't affected ticket prices, and the effect of a new stadium on the local economy, among many others. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.