Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 938 Silent Stan
In the world of professional sports, there are countless famous and flamboyant billionaire bosses, but Stan Kroenke is completely different. He is the undisputed richest man in the world of professional sports, but he is so low-key that he seems like an invisible man.

In all the major professional sports leagues in North America, except baseball, Kroenke owns teams and a series of stadiums, making him self-sufficient.

Whether it is the NBA or the NFL, the stadium issues of professional teams have always been the focus of attention, because the construction of the stadium often needs to be discussed with the city government, and there are countless doorways involved -

In 2019, the Golden State Warriors moved from Oakland to San Francisco; in 2020, the Oakland Raiders moved to Las Vegas. There are many reasons behind these moves, and the stadium is also an important issue.

In March 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs, who had just defended their Super Bowl title, suffered a heavy blow. The renovation plan for Arrowhead Stadium submitted by the team to City Hall was rejected in a citywide vote. This put the team's owner, the Hunt family, in a difficult position because the aging of the stadium would pose many problems.

All of the above are realities and are not uncommon. They happen more frequently than you can imagine.

Kroenke's most far-sighted move was that when he purchased a team, he often bought the stadium at the same time, becoming the boss himself and firmly controlling the initiative of stadium operations and profitability, thus avoiding the difficulties faced by other teams.

What is even more incredible is that all the teams under Kroenke have entered the championship battle of their league at least once, and their performance is eye-catching.

There is no doubt that Kroenke is an absolute big shot in the professional sports arena.

However, when people mention those famous team owners, very few people will think of Kroenke first.

Kroenke has his own business philosophy and knowledge of making huge profits quietly.

Such a person can also have a say in front of the professional league.

And now, Kroenke was standing in front of Levi, looking no different from an ordinary old man. He was worthy of being called "Silent Stan" and was not at all noticeable.

Levi paused and gestured behind him, "Should I turn around and leave now?"

Kroenke was puzzled, "Why?"

Levi, "Avoid suspicion. If the media takes pictures, there will be an uproar on social networks tonight, even without waiting until tomorrow. I shouldn't chat with the owner of the team that's our opponent in the Super Bowl."

Kroenke said calmly, "Why? Didn't you go to Madison Square Garden to watch the game last year?"

Levi smiled bitterly, "It's because I was young and ignorant last year and got caught there. Now I should learn my lesson."

Kroenke's beard twitched slightly. "Are you worried about those rumors? I thought you, Levi, were fearless."

Levi laughed. "Misunderstanding. Absolutely a misunderstanding. I am afraid of many things. It's just that the media portrays me as brave and fearless. In fact, I am very timid."

Kroenke, “Like?”

Levi, "You don't think I would really expose my weakness obediently, do you?"

Kroenke, “At least I tried.”

Kroenke spoke neither hurriedly nor slowly, appearing exceptionally calm, without any edge at all; but the calmness and humor in his words revealed his charm.

Levi has heard the story of this legendary figure, and he needs to thank his wife for the start of his career.

His wife was the heiress to Walmart. The two met at a ski resort and through her introduction, he got to know the then-head of Walmart, and they traveled around together, going to the mountains to observe birds.

A model of “30 years less struggle”.

Everyone envies Kroenke's "good luck", but the truth behind these gossips lies in how Kroenke won his wife's heart and how he proved himself in front of those tycoons. This is not an easy task, and it is definitely not an opportunity that anyone can seize.

Standing in front of Kroenke, Levi couldn't help but expose his immaturity——

Despite traveling through time and living two lives, Levi has not accumulated any assets, has not seen the world of billionaires, and has not experienced the ups and downs of life. The objective gap cannot be ignored.

In front of such a big guy, those little tricks are unnecessary.

Levi looked at Kroenke, "It's not a coincidence that we meet here, right?"

Kroenke, "Do you believe in coincidences?" Levi refused to be drawn into Kroenke's conversation rhythm, "That's not my question."

Kroenke was a little surprised, "You are very difficult."

Levi, "Thanks for the compliment. But you're still avoiding my questions."

Kroenke, “No, it’s not a coincidence.”

Levi, "Oh." Blinked, "So, how can I help you?"

After going around in circles, I'm back to the starting point!
When Levi said this, Kroenke immediately realized that Levi said it on purpose, with a hint of sarcasm, but the atmosphere at this moment was completely different, and the same words had different natures.

This young man is even better than I expected.

Kroenke now understood why Levi could become a superstar. "I thought you knew my purpose. After all, you have experienced it once last year, right?"

Levi shook his head gently, "No, I won't just make random guesses."

Kroenke: "Why don't you take a guess?"

Levi, "Your child is my fan, do you need an autograph?"

Kroenke: ... "Haha." He finally couldn't help laughing. It was rare to see the white-haired old man laugh out loud. "No, I hope to get to know you."

Levi, "Friends? Are you sure? I thought billionaires like you didn't make friends easily."

Kroenke: "No, we don't. Because you never know if the other party is here for your money. But you should be the same, right?"

Now, Levi has stood at the top of the pyramid, and there are countless temptations offered to him; however, there may be no sincerity behind them.

The height is not cold.

Levi is entering a whole new realm.

Unexpectedly, Levi shook his head gently, “No, you are the ones playing chess, and we are just chess pieces, this is different.”

Kroenke's eyes lit up. "Few players are willing to admit that."

Levi, "But it is a fact. The fact will not change because of our denial."

Kroenke: "So what are you going to do?"

Levi, "Take one step at a time and change what you can change first. If it doesn't work... then accept it calmly."

"Ha." Kroenke chuckled again. "So, are you interested in coming to Los Angeles?"

Levi: ... "Mr. Klenk, I thought you came here to make friends."

Kroenke's eyes flashed with a cunning light, "No, I never admitted it. But now, I do have such an idea."

Levi, “I’m very happy in Kansas City.”

Kroenke: "I know. I'm happy now, but whether I will continue to be happy in the future, no one knows, right?"

Apparently, "Silent Stan" is not as silent as the legend says.

Not only that, but the words are sharp and he has grasped the key points in a light and concise manner, and his words leave unlimited room for interpretation.

(End of this chapter)