u/MKE_Savage_96

Hello there,

I am still relatively new to using Epic - started a new role at a big health system back in January. Never used Epic before, had to go to HQ to get certifications in Cogito/Caboodle/Clarity/Revenue Data Models. I’ve found most of my work so far to be running queries in SSMS, then exporting it into excel to give clinicians/doctors/finance people some ad hoc reporting. Not complaining so far 😃

I was wondering where roles similar to mine are headed long-term. I hate to bring up AI, but it does feel like a lot of data/financial analyst roles could become at risk. However, it sounds like companies have pretty high demand for people with Epic expertise. Is this mostly just because of its fast growth and implementation by many other health systems over the past decade? Just having worked within the ecosystem for a bit now, I don’t see how automation couldn’t become a bigger part of this. Especially with the BI tools in Cogito, seems like something that clinicians could eventually figure out themselves how to utilize, or at least figure out how to get the right prompt to deliver what they need.

Hopefully I’m wrong, I’d love to hear your feedback!

Let that sink in, Giannis got drafted the same year GTA V came out

Hello!

I (28M) am looking for some help with investing. I’m pretty new and still just getting into it. I’d love to hear what you guys may suggest for my situation!

Here is my current situation:

My salary is 80k, living in the Milwaukee area (MCOL?)

After taxes/insurance/contributions/etc, I get about $4,500/month in take-home pay (paid biweekly, some months it’s closer to 7K).

I strive to save about $500-$700/month once I pay my bills, pay groceries/necessities, some “play month” for fun, and the dreaded student loan payments.

$5K - Schwab brokerage account
$15K - checking account (5k in a HYSA)
$50K - work 403b plan (I contribute 6% mandatory, work does 8% match)

I started my Schwab account last year and haven’t really contributed much to it. I bought Rocket Lab last year which made a majority of my gains! A few months back I bought NBIS and DRAM which have been good to me….so now the itch to get involved is going up!

I know I should probably get a Roth IRA going - I would love to know what are the best mutual funds/ETFs to invest into. Worth noting my retirement plan through work is all in a vanguard mutual funds. Unfortunately I can’t change this, but also probably for the better as it has been quite fruitful for me! I’d rather not mess around with that, and likewise I’d like an IRA to be something safe but maybe a little different than the work one (VTTSX is the fund ticker).

Any input is greatly appreciated!!!!

I wanted to know how Red Sox fans feel about Breslow. I’m a Brewer fan and have thoroughly enjoyed doing business with your team recently…..I can imagine the other side of the transaction has been met with mixed results 😬

He seems to panic sell, gives out extensions to the wrong guys, and has no business etiquette. I’m not trying to shit on your guy, but I always regarded the Red Sox is a cutting edge organization. Went to Fenway in August 2023 when they beat the Dodgers, one of my favorite sports experiences of my life! David Ortiz came out of the dugout during the introductions and the whole stadium erupted! You guys deserve a better GM.

Also side question - what was your thoughts on Chaim Bloom? It seemed like he was the fall guy, never really got a fair shot. Or maybe he overpromised ownership he could cut payroll and be analytically savvy?

A wise man once told me “never buy when the price is high” - that said, Bauers is killing it this year. What do you think his free agent value would be?

They gave Pratt a deal earlier too, and obviously Chourio a few years back. Do you think Brewers want to get as many top guys signed before the CBA expires? There may be restructures to service time length, so the team might have another motive to get more extensions beyond just costs.

What is the end game with him? Brewers never really use him on the big league level. Seems to be too good for Triple-A, bat doesn’t seem bad for a big league roster spot. Most teams wouldn’t mind giving him an opportunity. The defensive position question has been what has hurt his ability to be a major league, at least how I’ve interpreted it. I think he could be a solid corner outfield bat with good contact, so-so power, and has shown aggression on the base paths even if speed isn’t his calling card. Just seems like wasted potential on a guy who was a top 50 prospect in the game not that long ago.

Do you think Brewers may be waiting to insert him into the Bauers role next season when they obviously won’t resign him?

He’s also ranked first in wRC+, wOBA, BABIP, and fangraphs Offense rating. He’s about 50 PAs lower than some of the other top performers at the position, hence why his WAR is third (his defense rating is also second worst at the position). Just an appreciation post for another Arnold pickup gem

I doubt Attanasio approves this, considering two of the Brewers’ top ten prospects are also catchers.

What would a hypothetical Contreras extension look like at this point? He hits the market after 2027, not sure how much the next CBA may affect free agency but given current market trends I’d say 6y/150M could be a benchmark.

Edit: After all the comments, I agree - 6 year/150M maybe be too rich even with how wacky free agency can get. I guess a follow-up question: what value would you be comfortable seeing Contreras get extended if the Brewers decided to prioritize it? I saw 5/80M as a figure someone floated as more realistic value.

I get that Quero is blocked right now, and Lara isn’t in the cards either. But the left side of the infield could use a new face. It’s already June and they’re both hitting really nicely in triple A!

My younger brother turns 22 next month - he’s about to graduate college too. I wanted to get him a handheld console as he’s a pretty avid pc/ps5 gamer. He plays a lot of helldivers, apex, and a variety of TCG/strategy games.

I’m not sure what system would be the best. I was looking at steamdeck, but I’m finding the cheapest ones online for like $1,500….ideally maybe something a bit cheaper? I also looked at the Asus and MSI models. Would love to get some input from this community!