Built an MLB model from scratch.
XGBoost logistic regression trained on
4 years of game data, pitcher logs, and
closing lines.
60 features. Zero gut feel.
Picks start Thursday. Follow along.
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Had Cubs and Giants yesterday. 1-1 but both plus money so profitable on the day.
Typically don't play Fri/Sat baseball. The model doesn't do well on these days and I am trying to understand why. Maybe its a fade day for both.
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