BSB/SB RPI Alternative System - D1Baseball/D1Softball

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Really would be interested to get the GoneGolfin review of this new metric that 6-4-3 Charts and D1Baseball/D1Softball have implemented as their preferred ranking of choice. I have to say it is a very thorough and well explained system they go into in this blog and they specifically discuss Louisiana softball at times

Detailed explainer: https://643charts.com/dsr_explained/
Main story/announcement: https://d1baseball.com/news/643chart...orts-rankings/

I also wonder if the NCAA would ever pivot to something like this rather than the antiquated RPI system in baseball and softball.

Here's the key points from their story:

DSR addresses several critical aspects of the traditional Rating Percentage Index (RPI) that have long been points of contention in college baseball (and softball). Here are just a few specific ways:

*Unlike RPI, which primarily focuses on win-loss records and strength of schedule, DSR introduces a more contextual game evaluation. It considers the specific circumstances of each match-up, such as the margin of victory and the game’s location, offering a deeper insight into a team’s performance.
*DSR assesses team strength dynamically at the time of each game, rather than allowing the value of a win or loss to fluctuate based on opponents’ future performances. This approach provides a more accurate reflection of a team’s capabilities during specific periods.
*DSR incorporates the margin of victory into its rankings, recognizing that the extent of a win can be a significant indicator of a team’s dominance, an aspect completely overlooked by RPI.
*DSR ranks teams based on their probability of defeating an “average team.” In contrast, RPI doesn’t necessarily ensure the better team is ranked higher when comparing teams.

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I have often said (insert current MLB World Champions) could play a particular college schedule and score poorly in the RPI because RPI doesn't really tell you how good a team is.