Corporate Gossip Astros: McKinsey Strikes Out
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Jul 5, 2024 Discover the scandal of the Houston Astros cheating in baseball with the help of McKinsey consultants, leading to fines and threats to their championship. Uncover the corporate influence, lack of attention to rules, and controversial decision-making within the team. Learn about the whistleblowers and the role of team owners in baseball business.
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Adams' Investigative Cheating Discovery
- Adams, a die-hard Astros fan and web developer, reviewed gameplay footage to confirm cheating allegations.
- He created software tagging trash can bangs and published his verdict proving Astros management lied.
Baseball's Corporate Culture
- Baseball front offices mirror corporate companies with similar power dynamics and toxic cultures.
- Winning obsession and disregard for traditions set the stage for cheating and scandal.
Jim Crane's Ruthless Persona
- Jim Crane exhibits traits of a ruthless billionaire obsessed with penny-pinching and self-interest.
- His early life shaped an unhealthy fixation on money and control seen later in Astros management.