Mark Attanasio

OK, have to admit he has won me over.
If you research him its hard to find any dirt/bad things which is amazing for being an owner for over 16 years.

Just some comments on the video.

(1) Virtually every MLB club uses data analytics these days/ Moneyball to make decisions.
The reason its so popular are the huge sample sizes compared to other sports. All teams play 162 games in the regular season plus playoff games.
I think as a club we already do that somewhat but I think the sports science side is where we really might get an edge. Having access to a much bigger team of science experts (injuries/nutrition/training) can only help. As mentioned a MLB team has over 200 players under contract.

(2) Its clear from the data I posted yesterday that the Brewers are well run. They take calculated risks that give you a chance of a huge upside with little downside risk.
If you are expecting some Notts Forrest style gambling/punting you are going to be severely disappointed.

(3) I like his humility but don't be fooled by this. He knows you learn more by listening than talking. He will see how things are run and then offer some input.
(which is EXACTLY what we need IMHO)

(4) I like the fact he fully understands that his "investment" is a passion project rather than a financial transaction. Football teams are a bit of a money pit with little expectation of yearly profit with the only "end game" to sell the club for a profit.
Saying all that he has fully protected himself in case this doesn't work out. Its pretty risk free given the current state of the club.
Think of this as a "Dragons Den" type transaction.
Its not the money invested, its the chance to work with someone who can bring value to the business.

How it works out? Only history can judge.
I personally don't see any red flags and I have looked.

Posted By: usacanary, Sep 14, 14:40:09