Sport Analytics Podcast - Episode #8 - Yeshayah Goldfarb - Former VP of R&D and VP of Baseball Operations

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Sport Analytics Podcast

Dave Yount

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6 days ago

We bring you in-depth conversations with leaders in the sports analytics industry, diving into their career journeys, technical insights, and the cutting-edge techniques driving decisions in professional sports. Baseball, basketball, football, and beyond, we explore the fascinating intersection of data, technology, and sports performance. Our mission is to educate and inspire aspiring analysts, offering insights into the skills, tools, and projects that shape the industry. Alongside our podcast, we offer sports analytics courses and professional certifications to help you land your dream job.

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Sport Analytics Podcast - Episode #8 - Yeshayah Goldfarb - Former VP of R&D and VP of Baseball Operations - San Francisco Giants

Sport Analytics Podcast

44 minutes 22 seconds

9 months ago

Sport Analytics Podcast - Episode #8 - Yeshayah Goldfarb - Former VP of R&D and VP of Baseball Operations - San Francisco Giants

In our eighth episode of the Sport Analytics Podcast, our host Amrit Vignesh sits down with Yeshayah Goldfarb, the former Vice President of Baseball Operations and Baseball Resources & Development for the San Francisco Giants. Over a remarkable 24-year tenure—and three World Series rings—Yeshayah rose from intern to executive, pioneering new analytics systems, spearheading player development programs, and championing flat leadership to unify scouts, coaches, and data teams. Yeshayah shares how he integrated emerging technologies (like Hawk-Eye), leveraged minor-league free agent signings to assemble championship depth, and built strong rapport with front-office, on-field, and international staff alike. Whether you’re intrigued by scouting international prospects in Venezuela or shaping a multimillion-dollar roster for a Major League team, this episode explores the daily hustle, strategic foresight, and passion that powered one of MLB’s most successful front offices in recent history. Key Takeaways: From Intern to Executive: How relentless curiosity and “doing every job” can set the stage for career-long success. Analytics & Scouting Harmony: Why building trust and customizing data for each role drives organizational buy-in. Strategic Depth: The hidden impact of minor-league free agent gems like Gregor Blanco and Yusmeiro Petit. Budgeting for Innovation: How proactive R&D investments and being a “first mover” in new technology can pay dividends. Advice for Aspiring Analysts: Gain experience today—no permission needed—by scouting games, honing R/Python/SQL, and cultivating a learner’s mindset. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more episodes featuring leaders in sports analytics, career insights, and technical deep-dives! 📧 For inquiries or collaborations, contact Dave Yount at dave@sportanalytics.com. 🎵 Music Credit: Intro and outro music for this episode is “Nomu” by Good Kid. #SportsAnalytics #BaseballAnalytics #BaseballOperations #SanFranciscoGiants #MLB #DataScience #Moneyball #PlayerDevelopment #CareerAdvice #FlatLeadership #SportsTech