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Sunday, November 29, 2009

Setting Things Straight: The Truth About the Billy Beane Era

Posted on November 29, 2009 at 09:54 PM.

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A lot has been made of the Oakland Athletics during the past decade or so. You've got Michael Lewis' Moneyball. You've got the sabermetrics. You've got the trades, or the so-called "recycling" of the major league roster.

Contrary to popular belief, however, the A's are just another baseball team.

There are several misconceptions about the A's and what they do, mostly brought on by Moneyball. It's to the point where I feel even A's fans have no idea what's going on. Too ... Read More