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About John BeamerJohn is a consultant for a Boston based strategy firm and has been so for far too long. John was born in London, England and despite spending time in Washington, Seattle, Orlando and San Francisco he natuarlly decided to follow the Atlanta Braves once they started winning in 1991. In his spare time John watches and reads about baseball as much as possible. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and son, who will grow up an Atlanta Brave fan. He welcomes comments via e-mailNote: This page displays up to 100 articles at a time. To view a subset of a writer's work, click on one of the following years: 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 John Beamer's ArticlesClick here to view an RSS feed of this writer's articles. Five questions: Atlanta BravesMarch 05, 2012Even in a tough division, the Braves look likely to make the postseason. Five questions: Atlanta BravesMarch 17, 2011Can they win it? Yes they can...or can they? Five questions: Atlanta BravesApril 02, 2010In typical THT fashion John and Alex ask and answer five questions about your 2010 Atlanta Braves THT Live: One sport that has the greatest-ever debate sewn up ...August 16, 2009THT Live: The Rangers win the Teixeira tradeAugust 16, 2009THT Live: Will the Red Sox win the AL East?August 14, 2009A-Rod in the clutchApril 17, 2009The figures challenge the reputation Five questions: Atlanta BravesMarch 20, 2009Can the Braves ascend to the top of the NL East? Statistical Shenanigans (part 2)March 19, 2009John returns to look specifically at regression analysis. Statistical shenanigans (part 1)March 02, 2009Three lessons to follow when using correlation and regression in baseball. A season full of surprisesJuly 14, 2008A look at some of the surprises of the 2008 season. Interview: Eric SeidmanJune 23, 2008John chats with Eric Seidman about his new book and much more. Interview: Jorge Costales — business of baseball fiendJune 16, 2008John gets out the microphone and talks to Jorge Costales, an expert on baseball finance and a Marlins fan to boot. A look at the markets: The National LeagueJune 02, 2008What the markets think about the senior circuit. A look at the markets: The American LeagueMay 19, 2008What are the prediction markets saying about the junior circuit? How can general managers increase the value of their franchise?May 05, 2008John returns with his final installment looking at how much ball clubs are worth Say hello to Nationals ParkApril 30, 2008There is a new stadium in the rotation: Nationals Park How much is your team worth, 2008April 24, 2008John's annual moan about Forbes' franchise values. The baseball economistApril 14, 2008A look at some of the studies in JC's book, The Baseball Economist How much would you pay for a baseball franchise?April 07, 2008One year on, part 3 on John's ball club valuation series hits the press! THT Live: Jeff Francoeur blogApril 01, 2008What the markets expect in 2008March 31, 2008John takes a look at what the prediction markets are prognosticating for the coming year. Trade review: Bobby AbreuMarch 24, 2008It's trade review time again. Bobby Abreu steps up to the plate. Five Questions: Seattle MarinersMarch 13, 2008Mirror, mirror on the wall, can the M's win it all? THT Live: Phil Hughes is on WordpressFebruary 25, 2008Interview: Geoff Young and the Ducksnorts 2008 AnnualFebruary 25, 2008John and Geoff chat about life, the universe and everything over a cold beer. Take a chance on me (by Barry Bonds) ...February 18, 2008Surely it is worth a team taking a punt on Barry Bonds. Surely. The Mets in 2009 and beyondFebruary 11, 2008Are the Mets built to contend only in 2008? What about 2009 and beyond? Another look at the Johan Santana tradeFebruary 04, 2008For those who aren't bored with the Santana circus ... Rules and quirks (coming back for more)January 28, 2008The response to the last rules and quirks column was overwhelming. John checks out the thoughts of some THT readers. Trade review: Andy Marte and Edgar RenteriaJanuary 21, 2008The Marte/Renteria deal was slammed by Braves fans. However, it looks as though John Schuerholz once more came out on top. Rules and quirksJanuary 14, 2008John dives into the rule book to find 10 rules of baseball that if you do know you probably shouldn’t, and if you don’t know you probably wouldn’t want to. The case for competitive imbalanceDecember 17, 2007John investigates the merits of less competitive balance The rebirth of the YankeesDecember 03, 2007A precis of the strange goings on at Yankee Stadium this offseason. Introducing Markov chainsNovember 26, 2007A teaser from our 2008 Annual. Instant replay | Instant replayNovember 19, 2007What to make of the possibility of using instant replays to adjudicate on controversial calls. Matsuzaka maniaNovember 12, 2007It was Matsuzaka mania this time last year. In retrospect it was all slightly underwhelming. Brave new worldNovember 05, 2007A look at Frank Wren's strategy for the Braves. What happened to the postseason?October 29, 2007John laments the 2007 postseason, which promised much but has delivered very little. Eight free agents for 2008October 15, 2007Who's going to be pocketing the loot in the Hot Stove? Is LaRussa right to bat his pitcher in the eight slot?October 01, 2007The answer may surprise you. The playoff racesSeptember 24, 2007John uses prediction markets to peer into the likely outcome of the most exciting division races. THT Live: The 756 ballSeptember 17, 2007Will A-Rod opt out of New York?September 17, 2007The Yankees have their noses in front in the race for A-Rod's signature. Will batting .220 hurt Andruw Jones’ contract chances?September 10, 2007You'd have thought it would, but in reality he'll still get a nice juicy offer from someone, somewhere. Are umpires racist?August 27, 2007John explores the current thinking on the subject. The answer? It is unclear, but probably not. Who is/was better: Pedro Martinez or Johan Santana?August 20, 2007Pedro, no, Johan, no, Pedro—actually, I'll take either, thanks THT Live: Cox breaks ejection recordAugust 14, 2007The best and worst of the NL WestAugust 13, 2007John completes his look at the divisions by analyzing the super competitive NL West. The truth behind the Teixeira dealAugust 06, 2007Although considered a win-win for both sides this deal lands Atlanta with the risk and Texas with the upside. THT Live: A-Rod hits 500/ Bonds hits 755August 04, 2007THT Live: Yankees to sell Yes NetworkAugust 03, 2007The rise of Philip HughesJuly 30, 2007Coming to a theater near you soon (again)! Fun and games in the NL CentralJuly 23, 2007John delves into his box of tricks to run the rule over the NL Central. Is Barry Bonds really the home run king?July 16, 2007A look at whether a healthy Ken Griffey Jr. would have out-homered Barry Bonds. The ups and downs of the NL EastJuly 09, 2007A look at the happenings in the NL East with the THT projections, Tradesports and PROTRADE. A close look at Tim HudsonJuly 02, 2007John uses Gameday data to get closer to Tim Hudson—a little too close perhaps. Life in the AL WestJune 25, 2007John breaks out his toolbox once more to look at the AL West under the glare of THT projections, Tradesports and PROTRADE. THT Live: Stick Sports BaseballJune 24, 2007Bobby Cox ... you are ejected ... please leave the benchJune 18, 2007John takes a look at why 132 is the new 756. Unpicking the AL CentralJune 11, 2007John revists the THT division projections, prediction markets and PROTRADE for the AL Central. Hit Tracker Interview (Part 2)June 04, 2007John concludes his two part interview with Greg Rybarczyk. The State of the AL EastMay 28, 2007The AL East under the lens of THT projections, prediction markets and PROTRADE Hit Tracker Interview (Part 1)May 21, 2007John chats with the proprietor of Hit Tracker, Greg Rybarczyk. How Much is Your Team Really Worth?May 14, 2007A look at the reliability of the Forbes 2007 valuation data. Under the Skin of Enhanced GamedayMay 07, 2007Can we believe what Enhanced Gameday tells us? It’s Not BaseballApril 30, 2007There is another sport that uses a small white ball and some lumber. It's cricket. The Sports Stock MarketApril 23, 2007A look at PROTRADE, the sports stock market. Prediction Markets ReduxApril 16, 2007A look at prediction markets, Dice-K, the King, and other cool stuff. THT Predictions vs. the MarketApril 09, 2007THT's division standings take on the wisdom of the crowd. Coffee with Derek Zumsteg: The Cheater’s Guide to BaseballApril 02, 2007Derek Zumsteg gives the skinny on his book about cheating in baseball. Five Questions: Atlanta BravesMarch 26, 2007John tries to work out whether 2006 was a blip or the start of a new, less desirable streak. 2007 Projected Division StandingsMarch 19, 2007John dusts down the THT crystal ball and predicts the 2007 division winners. Baseball Around the WorldMarch 12, 2007John jets to four countries to review the state of the game. The Value of Ball Clubs (Part 2)March 05, 2007How accurate are the Forbes valuation data? A Meander Through Hitters’ K RatesFebruary 26, 2007How to take one factoid about strikeouts and end up with an entire article. Measuring & Managing the Value of Ballclubs (Part 1)February 19, 2007Ball club value and the link to payroll. 2007 Pitcher ProjectionsFebruary 12, 2007A look at how 10 pitchers are expected to perform in 2007. Will Bonds Break Hammerin’ Hank’s Record?February 05, 2007John applies a little science to the debate. 2007 Hitter ProjectionsJanuary 29, 2007What three different projections say about 10 well-known hitters. PI, PI, feed me PIJanuary 22, 2007Would you pay $29 for PI? If the answer is no, then think again. Did the Rocket win St Louis the World Series?January 15, 2007John looks at whether by delaying his return until June 22, Clemens cost the Astros a play-off spot. Zoooomaya and speed gunsJanuary 08, 2007John checks out speed guns and tries to work out how hard Zumaya throws. | ||||