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the stuff scouts point to when the stat sheet won't cooperate.
means qualities like leadership, grit, or chemistry that affect performance but resist measurement or proof.
from from latin tangere, to touch — intangible literally means untouchable, and entered business and sports jargon in the 20th century for value you can't put a number on.
accounting usegoodwill and brand value are booked as intangibles
scouting clicheoften code for we cannot explain this pick
ironycompanies value intangibles at trillions on paper
for instance
michael jordan leadership — credited for six titles beyond his stats, chicago bulls 1991-1998
apple brand goodwill — billions in intangible asset value on its balance sheet
tom brady clutch factor — seven super bowl rings, endlessly cited as unquantifiable