It was Ken, ... He called. I think it was probably not an easy phone call for him to make.
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It all started with that call. I think it took a lot for him to pick up that phone. It was probably not an easy call for him to make.Billy Beane
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At this point, both sides have agreed to pursue other options. We were just too far apart. I don't think we were ever going to be able to bridge the gap. ... When you're so far apart, there's no sense going through the exercise.
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It's surreal not having him here. I miss the person as much as the voice.
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