The Giants paid Barry Zito $126 million, a long-term deal that produced disappointing stats. However, his clutch performances in the 2012 postseason changed perceptions about his contract.
The evolution from romanticism in baseball to an analytics-driven approach by GMs has skewed how fans perceive the game's essence, moving it towards a risk-management mentality.
The successful moments in Zito's career, highlighted by key games in intense situations, raise questions about whether exceptional performances can offset costly long-term contracts in baseball.
Bill James's involvement in baseball analytics symbolizes a shift away from emotional connections to the game, with the public perception heavily influenced by data-driven decisions.
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