Sean Lahman

Sean Lahman is a prominent American sportswriter, author, and journalist noted for his significant contributions to sports research and data journalism. He is best known for creating the Lahman Baseball Database, an extensive collection of statistics covering Major League Baseball history, first made available for free online in 1995. This pioneering resource has played a crucial role in enhancing baseball research and supporting various baseball simulation games.

In addition to his work in baseball, Lahman has contributed to encyclopedias covering professional football, basketball, and tennis, and has edited influential sports texts. He currently serves as a reporter for the USA Today Network and the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, earning awards for investigative journalism, including reporting on notable issues such as gun violence and political fundraising.

Lahman is also active in education, teaching courses on baseball databases, and continuing to collaborate with the Society for American Baseball Research on various data collection projects. His work has significantly advanced the field of sports analytics.