Tag Archives: Billy Beane

Brad Pitt, Billy Beane, and Baseball…er…Moneyball

Posted on September 28, 2011 by rightoffthebatbook

Moneyball starring Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill was released September 23, and will take you out to the ballpark in almost-as-thrilling a way as a ticket to a playoff game or even World Series. In addition to being immersed in … Continue reading →

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Moneyball Opens in a Theater Near You

Posted on September 23, 2011 by rightoffthebatbook

The much-anticipated baseball film Moneyball about the Oakland Athletics and super-baseball-brain Billy Beane opens today to advance raves. Let’s demand similar insider films for cricket fans!

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It’s the Athletics in the American League West

Posted on March 28, 2011 by rightoffthebatbook

I (Evander) have gone on the record regarding the Cleveland Indians. The Oakland Athletics are my second “surprise pick” for 2011. Why? The Athletics play in the most unusual stadium in Major League Baseball. It has tremendous foul territory (almost … Continue reading →

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