Information, Reputation, and the Impact of College Athletics: My story about TCU
[Note: this was originally posted at EclectEcon, but Phil urged me to cross post it here. I’ve revised it slightly.] Way back in the days …
MLB Closers — Role Players with Rock Star Reputations
In 1988 for the Oakland Athletics, Tony LaRussa initiated his strategy of using Dennis Eckersley as a 9th inning, only-when-leading relief pitcher – a “closer.” …
Frustrated With the Big XII Bowl Selection Process?
“Frustrated.” “Slighted.” “Snubbed.” Those awords describe the feelings many Missouri fans, adminstrators, players, and coaches have towards Mizzou’s selection to play Navy in the 2008 …
Red Knights smell blood
Following on from Skip’s post a couple of weeks ago, the group of would-be Manchester United owners who call themselves the Red Knights have retained …
Edmonton Arena Deal Finalized
The Edmonton City Council passed a bill yesterday authorizing a package amounting to $480 million in funding for construction of a new arena in downtown …
Coaches vs. Governors: Coaches in a Landslide!
In recent years, the salaries of public officials have come under increasing scrutiny. Among the most debated comparisons is the gap between what state governors …
A Quick Guide To Buying Quality CBD Products
A huge market for cannabidiol (CBD) products has emerged in the 2010s. Non-intoxicating oils, edibles and vape juices may offer many of the therapeutic benefits …
Peter Angelos is Upset
And it’s not about the Nationals. The Baltimore Orioles wanted Carlos Delgado, and they got in a bidding war with the Marlins for his services …
A Country-wide Exaggeration
Frequent readers of TSE know that we commonly criticize the economic impact statements made by sports boosters or their hired guns. These reports frequently overstate …
The Yankee Salary Premium
The Yankees $200 million payroll exceeds the next highest team by $85 million and the bulk of teams by well over $100. Often, pay reflects …