X17 EXCLUSIVE - Brad Pitt Cruises Around The Set Of Moneyball

Brad Pitt, wearing shades, gets carted around the LA set of Moneyball ... and we got a over-the-shoulder glimpse of the 44-year-old star's clean-shaven face.

We can't wait to see him play the Oakland A's manager, Billy Beane, in this flick!

Earlier this week, the production took over Dodger Stadium to reenact the 1984 game between the Dodgers and the New York Mets ... a game that Billy Beane played on. Over 700 lucky extras also got to be near Mr. Pitt for the scene.

Moneyball doesn't hit theaters until next year, but click here to catch a glimpse of Angelina's man practicing his pitch.

Batter up!