The ball game biz
Subtitle: an introduction to the economics of professional team sports
By: David George Surdam
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786460571
Description: "This work uses economic theory, simple probability, statistical concepts and game theory to analyze the economics of professional sports. 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, among many others"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.