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But still, while Beane does more with less than any other GM in the game - you have to wonder why he continually settles for the LESS portion of that statement.
If Beane is a coward you have to admit it is the perfect place for it. If he wins he's idolized around the league, if he loses, well that is to be expected - 3rd lowest payroll after all and the fanbase is distracted by their neighbor to the South...
I think the A's are a black-eye on the league, and embarrassment of a franchise. Only reason I think it is tolerated is that nobody in their hometown cares as long as San Francisco keeps winning Championships.
I wouldn't go so far as to say that Beane is a coward, but I do question why he doesn't demand more payroll or leave for a better opportunity.
- Ben.