Moneyball by Michael Lewis

Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Haven't seen the movie yet - but the book is very matter-of-fact. Lewis tells the story of Billy Beane's new approach to baseball. As GM of the Oakland Athletics, Beane uses his limited budget to select cheap players who have particular assets. For instance, Beane and his statistical genius assistant determine that on-base percentage is more important than RBI or slugging percentage; also that walks are more important than strike outs. Pitchers are valued by their ability to get outs no matter how, than ERA. If you are interested in baseball, a worthy read. I, of course, can't wait to see Brad Pitt in the movie.

I can recommend Michael Lewis. I have read Liar's Poker: Rising Through the Wreckage on Wall Street, The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine, abd The Money Culture.

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