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| Author | : Andrew Zimbalist |
| Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
| Total Pages | : 228 |
| Release | : 2010-12-01 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780815719403 |
The business of baseball stands in sharp contrast to the game’s wholesome image as America’s favorite pastime. Major league baseball is a deeply troubled industry, facing chronic problems that threaten its future: persistent labor tensions, competitive dominance by high-revenue teams, migration of game telecasts to cable, and escalating ticket prices. Amid the threat of contraction, existing franchises are demanding public subsidies for new stadiums, while viable host cities are begging for teams. The game’s core base of fans is aging, and MLB is doing precious little to attract a younger audience. According to Andrew Zimbalist, these problems have a common cause: monopoly. Since 1922 MLB has benefited from a presumed exemption from the nation’s antitrust laws. It is the only top-level professional baseball league in the country, and each of its teams is assigned an exclusive territory. Monopolies have market power, which they use to derive higher returns, misallocate resources, and take advantage of consumers. Major league baseball is no exception. In May the Best Team Win, Zimbalist provides a critical analysis of the baseball industry, focusing on the abuses and inefficiencies that have plagued the game since the 1990s, when franchise owners appointed their colleague Bud Selig as MLB’s “independent” commissioner.
| Author | : Andrew Zimbalist |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 224 |
| Release | : 2003 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9780815708155 |
| Author | : Brad Bauer |
| Publisher | : iUniverse |
| Total Pages | : 200 |
| Release | : 2006-05 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0595395090 |
Baseball is America's pastime. No other sport has so captured our country's spirit and loyalty throughout the ages. We see our shiny-faced heroes on the field, signing autographs, making unbelievable plays, and doing unthinkable athletic feats night after night. We see them beaming at press conferences (always well manicured), answering 'yes ma'am, no ma'am, ' and never missing a beat. The players and heroes on the field are America's champions. But.but are they really that way? What about that one? Yes, look at that player over there. The one ogling down that woman's blouse as she leans over to wipe her child's mustard painted face? That guy seems different. Or is he? Most baseball novels follow the standard method described in the opening paragraph. As readers, we never see the real men behind the façade. What if a novel existed for the Maxim crowd about baseball? What if we could see how things really are? Now we can. Follow the always crude and crass Jack "Clutch" Thompson through a baseball season as he canoodles with monkey (women), plays pranks with his friends and teammates, and tries to break his own personal curse of only succeeding in clutch, pinch hit situations. Open up this novel and see how baseball players really are.
| Author | : Beth Moran |
| Publisher | : Boldwood Books Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 372 |
| Release | : 2022-08-30 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1802806431 |
THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER.Curl up with the perfect cosy read and the latest novel by the bestselling author of Just the Way You Are. 'Every day is a perfect day to read this.’ Shari Low After the end of a long-term relationship, local weather girl Bea Armstrong has been avoiding her family, and their inevitable ‘I-told-you-sos.’ But with Christmas fast approaching, she is finally on her way home to Charis House, the school in Sherwood Forest that her mum and dad run in their old family home. And to top it all off, the insufferable Henry Fairfax – who her parents have always wanted her to marry – has also been invited. Relief comes in the shape of a last minute interview for her dream job. There are just a few minor problems... The interview is in Scotland, Bea has no car, and the snow is falling already. The only solution is for Henry to drive her – could this Christmas get any worse... But during an unforgettable two day interview, a stay in a log cabin and a nightmare journey through the snow, Henry turns out to be nothing like she thought. And when Bea’s first love and recent ex shows up, Bea has a difficult choice to make... Reading Beth Moran’s fabulous novels makes every day better. Feelgood, satisfying, with smart characters and gorgeous settings, it’s impossible not to fall in love with a Beth Moran story. Perfect for all fans of Jill Mansell, Julie Houston, and Jenny Colgan. *'Let it Snow is so uplifting. It's cleverly written, witty and smart. A winner!' *USA Today Bestseller, Judy Leigh Praise for Beth Moran: 'Beth Moran's heartwarming books never fail to leave me feeling uplifted' Jessica Redland ‘Life-affirming, joyful and tender.’ Zoe Folbigg * 'Every day is a perfect day to read this.’ *Shari Low 'A British author to watch.' Publisher's Weekly What readers say about Beth Moran: ‘I devoured this book in a few days. Wow! This book was such a pleasure to read. I love the way the author has woven all these strands together. A very satisfying ending for us romance fans too. Brilliant read!’ ‘I love Beth Moran because she writes so honestly about people with real life challenges whilst still weaving a gentle romance. Settle down with a cuppa and enjoy!’ ‘Oh my what a true delight to read Beth Moran new book. A throughly enjoyable read for 2022, full of contemporary issues in a heart warming story of self development and growth. A must read for all singles and everyone that's wanted to change and challenge themselves. Beth Moran has given us a true gem of a book.’ ‘I love all of her books and am always left feeling so upbeat at the end of them. Looking forward to the next one already’
| Author | : Denny Matthews |
| Publisher | : Sports Publishing LLC |
| Total Pages | : 194 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 1596700394 |
Amos Otis, Frank White, George Brett, Hal McRae, Dan Quisenberry, Bret Saberhagen, Paul Splittorff. One mention of any of those names can bring about visions of great baseball, determination, hard-nosed, and winning. However, one vision out-weighs all others: the boys in blue & the Kansas City Royals. The Kansas City Royals, an expansion club in the American League in 1969, struggled during their early existence. It didn't take long, however, before the Royals established themselves as one of the most successful franchises in baseball. That success culminated with the winning of the 1985 World Series.Since 1969, the Royals have developed great players that have had fun. Along the way, they also have developed a winning tradition. Although the Royals have received the small-market tag in recent years, the organization still boasts a proud heritage. In Denny Matthews' Tales from the Royals Dugout, longtime Royals radio broadcaster Denny Matthews relives the club's great moments and pro
| Author | : Clarence Johnson |
| Publisher | : AuthorHouse |
| Total Pages | : 175 |
| Release | : 2013-05-09 |
| Genre | : Family & Relationships |
| ISBN | : 1481749269 |
My book consist of Love poems, Comical Poems, Everyday Living, Respect for your mother and father, Better Relations with others, Making it through the Day, Job situations, Relationships, the truth and Christians Poems. This is my second book and my first book was titled Inspirational Poems for You and Me, written in 2005.
| Author | : Vince Gennaro |
| Publisher | : Diamond Analytics |
| Total Pages | : 272 |
| Release | : 2013-12-14 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1310496307 |
Diamond Dollars is a fresh, provocative, insightful, and analytical look at the business of baseball by author Vince Gennaro, a consultant to MLB teams. Gennaro addresses some key questions that affect how teams make decisions, how they assemble their roster, and ultimately, their bottom line: How does winning affect revenues for each team? How much value does a berth in the postseason generate for the Red Sox and Yankees? What is the Yankees’ marginal revenue vs. marginal cost of winning? What is the economic value of a highly productive Twins’ farm system? Why is a player’s value “situational”, depending on the competitiveness of his team and the market in which he plays? How much was Carlos Beltran worth to the Mets in 2006? How can we quantify Derek Jeter’s “marquee value”…his ability to draw fans? What is the relative cost of developing talent vs. buying it in the free agent market? How can we quantify Nomar Garciaparra’s injury risk and its impact on his dollar value? What is the dollar value of Cubs’ fans loyalty to their beloved team? How have the Red Sox, Yankees and Cubs built their team as a brand? How much Babe Ruth was worth to his Yankee teams of the 1920s and 1930s.? Baseball teams may have thought conceptually about some of these issues, but Diamond Dollars gives them the math to measure the effectiveness of their thinking and practices. This edition includes a 2013 preface by the author and a foreword by Jim Beattie, former Executive VP and General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles and Montreal Expos. “Diamond Dollars provides an insightful look at the business of baseball—at the free agent market, teams’ scouting and player development systems, and how clubs market their brands. The book mixes Vince’s business acumen as a top executive at a Fortune 50 company with his passion for the national pastime.” -Mark Attanasio, Chairman and Principal Owner, Milwaukee Brewers “Vince Gennaro shows a profound understanding of the economics of a team’s baseball decisions. His analyses of a team’s win-revenue relationship, the player development system and player valuation, make for a remarkably innovative examination of the baseball front office model that’s just as informative for a baseball executive as for a fan.” -Chris Antonetti, General Manager, Cleveland Indians “Diamond Dollars offers up exciting and stimulating new ideas about the business of baseball. It provides a set of metrics for decisions that have typically been a “gut feeling” for many organizations. I think teams should make this required reading for everyone in their organizations.” -Jim Beattie, former Executive VP and General Manager, Baltimore Orioles and Montreal Expos “Vince Gennaro has written the best book I’ve read on the business of baseball. It serves as both a “how-to manual” for baseball owners and a tour guide for fans who scratch their heads at the things their teams do. It should find plenty of readers in both camps.” -Dave Studenmund, Editor, The Hardball Times Annual
| Author | : Martin A. Schulman |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 370 |
| Release | : 2022-07-26 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1119883326 |
Get in the game and start building your dream team Millions of people worldwide play fantasy football, and you can join the fun with Fantasy Football For Dummies. We’ll teach you the basics and give you the skills you need to create and manage your ultimate fantasy team. Learn how to scout and draft players, use the best strategies to compete against other fantasy owners, and win your fantasy league championship. You can easily manage your team and stay up to date on player stats with the how-tos and insider tips in this book. Check out this fun and entertaining guide to fantasy football and you’ll be on your way to becoming a successful fantasy team owner, manager, and coach. Understand how fantasy football works Learn about the various fantasy league options Draft and manage your fantasy team, and change your roster effectively week to week Maximize your chances of winning with effective tips and strategies This Dummies guide—updated with the latest apps and rule changes—is for the millions of people who are already playing fantasy football today and want to improve their fantasy league performance, and it’s perfect for beginners interested in joining a league and learning the basics. Yes—that means you!
| Author | : Brooke Sanders |
| Publisher | : Covenant Books, Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 191 |
| Release | : 2019-06-18 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1643005936 |
Emily along with twenty-nine other teenagers have spent their childhood starving, fighting, and questioning life. Some have even experienced death. They have been trapped between the high brick walls of their own city with nowhere to go and with no recollection of who they once were. To them, each day is a struggle for survival, and because food is scarce, they have all learned there is a need to fight for it. But one day, when a helicopter appears and a potential for rescue arises, everything changes. The need to prove themselves becomes more pressing than ever when they find out there are only eight empty seats. As Emily uses her knack for strategy to fight her way to the top, she finds herself starting to question everything: her friends, her past, and most importantly, her future. Will being rescued solve all her problems, or will the newfound life just be smothered with more secrets, digging her deeper into an unsolvable puzzle?
| Author | : Carol Pepper |
| Publisher | : Macmillan |
| Total Pages | : 349 |
| Release | : 2012-04-24 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 0312641664 |
An essential guide for every woman who wants to build, preserve, and enjoy her wealth in a world where the old sequential patterns of education, marriage, motherhood, and retirement no longer apply.
