Discover Magazine put together a fascinating compilation of science-backed baseball facts. (You can check the gallery out here.) Here’s a preview:

• Timing your team’s sleep patterns could make a big difference. (Evidently, the Yankees should sign night owls and the Cubs should stick to early risers.)

• Lefties may have a scientifically proven leg up in the game.

• Turns out you can’t actually “keep your eye on the ball.”