The star of "Moneyball," the story of the Oakland A's making the playoffs several times under a low payroll, explained he did the film because he's a "sucker for the underdog story." Of course since Pitt isn't a real baseball fan, he might not realize that the A's are now as much of an underdog as ever.

Which baseball team does Brad Pitt support?

As we found out in our chat, Pitt is a sports nut in real life too, but surprisingly not a fan of baseball. "I've never been a big baseball follower, for me it was the story that I got my teeth jammed into."

Is Tom Hanks an A's fan?

Tom Hanks, a noted Oakland Athletics fan, did just that during an appearance last month at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles while promoting his new book, The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece.

What is Adam Sandler's favorite baseball team?

While it may be challenging to pinpoint his favorite baseball team, there are indications that he is a fan of the New York Yankees.

Who is Brad Pitt portraying in Moneyball?

The story follows Billy Beane's (Brad Pitt) use of data analytics to improve the Oakland Athletics, an approach that revolutionizes baseball.

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Is Billy Beane still with the A's?

Billy Beane's role within the Oakland A's has evolved, and as of 2024, he is no longer the General Manager but serves as a senior advisor to the team's managing owner.

Do the Oakland A's still use Moneyball?

The A's say it will end the cost-conscious roster strategy the team is famous for: Moneyball. The A's are still in the early, slow-moving bureaucratic process of nailing down the details of their move for Vegas, and a new ballpark they hope to open on the Las Vegas Strip in 2028.

What baseball team does Jimmy Fallon like?

Jimmy Fallon is one Yankees fan who will always be welcome at Boston's Fenway Park.

Does Kevin Costner have a favorite baseball team?

Costner said he began following the Cardinals in the late 60s while he was growing up in the Compton neighborhood of Los Angeles. Lou Brock was one of Costner's favorite players. Costner said he was heartbroken when the Cardinals lost the World Series to the Detroit Tigers in 1968.

Is Jack Nicholson a Yankee fan?

Nicholson is a fan of the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Lakers. He became a Lakers season ticket holder in 1970, and held courtside seats next to the opponent's benches both at The Forum and Staples Center.

What teams are Adam Sandler a fan of?

Adam Sandler is a devoted fan of the New York Knicks, an NBA team based in New York City. Growing up in Brooklyn, Sandler developed a deep connection with the city and its sports teams. He has been spotted at numerous Knicks games over the years, sitting courtside and cheering on his beloved team.

Why are Oakland A's moving?

The Athletics applied to relocate to Las Vegas after their lease with the Oakland Coliseum expires at the end of the 2024 season. They will play at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California beginning in the 2025 season.

Are the Oakland A's leaving Las Vegas?

The Athletics, as part of their efforts to relocate to Las Vegas in time for the 2028 season, will play their home games for the 2025-27 seasons at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California, the team announced on Thursday. The deal includes an option for a fourth season.

What team does Brad Pitt like?

Brad Pitt, who was raised in Missouri, revealed his support for the team when he wore a KC Chiefs baseball hat on the red carpet at the 2020 SAG Awards, which happened to be around the same time as one of their playoff games.

What baseball team does Chris Evans support?

How did Chris Evans' and Red Sox fans react? Although it was understandable where the fans were coming from, him secretly being a fan of the LA Dodgers was not the reason behind his dog's name. “I get a lot of flack for this because everyone's like, 'I thought you were from Boston,'” Evans said.

Which baseball team does Stephen King support?

Stephen King is a well-documented fan of the Boston Red Sox and a firm follower of their decades-long rivalry with the Yankees. So it's no surprise that the Pet Sematary author took another dig at the Bronx team, this time aimed at Domingo German's perfect game.

What is Tom Cruise's favorite baseball team?

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Cruise, who spent part of his childhood in New Jersey, is such a big Giants fan that he once had tape recordings of Giants games overnighted to him while he filmed in Europe.

What is Mark Wahlberg's favorite baseball team?

Mark Wahlberg, one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood, is a die-hard baseball fan. The two-time Academy Award nominee has been a lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox. Wahlberg does not want his love for the game to end with him, as he once shared his wish to expose his kids to the game he grew up watching.

What celebrity loves baseball?

Affleck is a devoted Boston Red Sox fan. In October 2018, he attended a World Series game with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, just weeks after finalizing their divorce.

Who is Jimmy Fallon's best friend?

Singer and actor Justin Timberlake has been friends with Jimmy Fallon for over 20 years, ever since the two first met backstage at the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards.

Was Fever Pitch filmed at Fenway Park?

In Real Life: The Red Sox granted the Farrelly brothers 10 days to shoot at Fenway, including five game days. This scene was filmed at Fenway after a game, and many fans and the players stuck around for the shot.

Who would replace Jimmy Fallon?

Saturday Night Live cast member and "Weekend Update" anchor Seth Meyers was announced as Fallon's replacement on Late Night.

Why do the A's want to leave Oakland?

There's a reason, sources say, that the A's immediately discounted the Coliseum as a potential site once they chose Las Vegas: The relocation application with Major League Baseball pertains to the city of Oakland, not just the team's current ballpark, so the A's have to convince three-quarters of the MLB owners that ...

Why won't Oakland build a new stadium?

There are signs that they're struggling to raise money for a stadium, they made an unforced error around stadium renderings, and they've squandered their relationship with the city of Oakland at a time when they could sorely use some goodwill.

Have the Oakland A's ever sold out?

The A's first sellout of the 2018 season was last night at 45,606. Last night's crowd was the largest paid attendance for an A's game at the Coliseum since 47,385 on Aug. 13, 2005 vs. Minnesota Twins.