Experimental Aircraft Accidents Decline (UPDATED) - AVweb

"From Oct. 1, 2019 to Sept. 30, 2020, there were 44 fatal accidents. Most involved experimental/amateur-built aircraft—they make up the bulk of the fleet—but this number is an improvement over the previous year’s tally of 38. "

How is 6 more deaths an improvement?!

Please explain how that can be an improvement!