Analytics in MLB: How it has Transformed the Way Franchises Operate as a Business

This study describes the impact of technology on baseball franchise, through applying statistical and analytical concepts, and transforming the culture of the game.Major League Baseball (MLB) became a franchise in 1876, recording their first game on September 23.The Baseball Industry showed dramatic transformation, in terms scouting players, building a team, and managing organizational resources.Data Analytics help team managers and owners to cost-effectively recruit and construct a championship team, as well as identify and improve players' hidden talent.The resultant competitive advantage promotes optimal resource allocation and profitability.