kapkomet Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Aww hell. I'm through with baseball. Nothing ever happens with an unknown pitching staff, injuries, clubhouse egos the size of New York, etc. The Yankmees have an advantage, sure. But lots can happen and usually does. NOTHING could happen that would make the Yankees lose this year. Just look at the Lakers in basketball. They were going to be 82-0 this year because they have 4 of 5 starting that are hall of famer's. THAT's WHY YOU PLAY THE DAMN GAMES. But, I'm through with baseball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandoFan Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Aww hell. I'm through with baseball. Nothing ever happens with an unknown pitching staff, injuries, clubhouse egos the size of New York, etc. The Yankmees have an advantage, sure. But lots can happen and usually does. NOTHING could happen that would make the Yankees lose this year. Just look at the Lakers in basketball. They were going to be 82-0 this year because they have 4 of 5 starting that are hall of famer's. THAT's WHY YOU PLAY THE DAMN GAMES. But, I'm through with baseball. I am rooting against 3 team in particular this upcoming season: 1. Cubs 2. Red Sox 3. Twins 4. Yankees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesoxfan99 Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 I am rooting against 3 team in particular this upcoming season: 1. Cubs 2. Red Sox 3. Twins 4. Yankees. You do realize you listed four teams there right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandoFan Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 You do realize you listed four teams there right? No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Honda Civic Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Hey, in all seriousness here...... For all of those that have soured on Major League Baseball, be it because of the ARod trade or for whatever reason, I challenge you to look for an alternate source of entertainment. There is an alternative to MLB for baseball fans and that is quite simply, Minor League Baseball. If you have never been to a game, try one this summer. There should be a Minor League ballpark relatively near almost everyone on this board. In Minor League Baseball, the players play hard and play the game the way it was meant to be played. Not every player is a future Major Leaguer, but there is definitely talent to be seen. The stadiums are much smaller, making watching a game much more intimate. You are closer to the action and the players are quite accessible. The players are generally very friendly and easy to approach. For the baseball purist, I understand you may despise the Dizzy Bat Race and all like promotions, but ask yourself, are they the lesser of two evils when you think about your disappointment in MLB right now? Can you stand ignoring such promotions (go grab a beer or a dog) so that you can enjoy the many other benefits? For the others, I believe you will find the promotions quite humorous. Above all else, the best part of Minor League Baseball is it is affordable. Most places tickets are no more than $8-$10, if that. You can even get dollar beers or cheap hot dogs on certain nights. If you have not gone to a Minor League game, I seriously urge you to go to a few this year. Give it a fair chance and I think you will find it is an excellent experience. Go to enjoy the game of baseball in a more pure form. I have no doubt you will like it. If you have been to Minor League games, I suggest you catch a few more this year. IF MLB wants to shoot itself in the foot, go see the kids play. Although MLB does get a small cut of the ticket revenue from each Minor League team, you are not directly supporting Major League baseball with your money. Thanks for allowing this 30-second commercial. That commercial was at least 45 seconds Rex. ------------ In all seriousness...The Charlotte Knights make a swing very close to the Chicago area in early May... The Knights play a 4 game series in Indianapolis on May 4-7... And the Travel to Louisville for a 4 game set, May 8-11... Indianapolis' Victory Field is widely recognized as the "Best Minor League Ballpark in America". Tickets are reasonably priced ($8-12). Louisville also has a great park, and even cheaper tix ($5-8). Making a trip the on the weekend of the 7-10, you could catch a game at both parks. Plus you'll likely get to a see (Cotts, Reed, Borchard, among others)... Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Hudler Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Indianapolis and Louisville are both great parks. Indy was the first of the retro-stadiums in the Minor League building boom. Others such as Memphis and Sacremento have surpassed it, but both Indy and Louisville would surprise fans who are not familiar with the Minors. They are both top notch facilities. That commercial was at least 45 seconds Rex.I can't help that you read slow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaSoxxJim Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 There is an alternative to MLB for baseball fans and that is quite simply, Minor League Baseball. If you have never been to a game, try one this summer. There should be a Minor League ballpark relatively near almost everyone on this board. I enjoy Spring Training games with my wife and kids down here, but we really like the Florida State League games more once the season starts up. Only A-level, but lots of hustle and heart. We have the Brevard County Manatees (Expos affiliate)and the Vero Beach Dodgers both within 30 minutes of us. And you're right, you can't beat the price. $4-6 gets you in the park, and they have lots of half-price and $1 family nights, so you can actually afford to take a family of four out to a game, unlike an mlb game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Soxbadger, Regarding my comment about the possible drastic devaluation of the franchises: I know that odds would be against that happening over the long term, but it's still a gamble the owners would have to take. If you recall, the fans across the country sent a very strong message to both the owners and the players just prior to the last CBA deadline. So strong, that it turned what was an almost certain work stoppage into a deal being agreed upon. If baseball was shut down for a full year, and you even have to consider the possibility of two or more years, then the following question would hang very heavy over any individual player contract negotiations: "Will the fans come back?" The past 30 odd years of labor strife and work stoppages has soured a bunch of the paying customers. These customers are now starting to forgive baseball because the last possible strike was avoided. But, if another one occured and it turned out to be a long bitter negotion process, then the question in the above paragraph is one I don't think the owners would like the answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted February 17, 2004 Author Share Posted February 17, 2004 The part of this that bothers me the most is that ARod isn't being made to sleep in the bed he made, so to speak. He wanted the dollars at got them at a cost to the team he played for - that was his choice. Now a few years down the road he realizes his mistake but yet he doesn't have to deal with the consequences - that, to me, is what stinks the most about this whole deal. If we applied the standard of everyone "lying in the bed they made", then NO trades would ever happen. Teams sign a player and their needs change and they make a trade. They are not required to sleep in their bed. For example last season the A's should have kept Koch and we should have kept Foulke because that was the bed we made. I just heard that when the Rangers are finished paying A-Rod, in about 10 years, they will have paid him $140,000,000 for 3 seasons. As it turned out it was a bad deal for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen Prawn Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 If we applied the standard of everyone "lying in the bed they made", then NO trades would ever happen. Teams sign a player and their needs change and they make a trade. They are not required to sleep in their bed. For example last season the A's should have kept Koch and we should have kept Foulke because that was the bed we made. I just heard that when the Rangers are finished paying A-Rod, in about 10 years, they will have paid him $140,000,000 for 3 seasons. As it turned out it was a bad deal for everyone. I was referring to the fact that at the time he had an opportunity to go to a winning team for less dollars and he chose the dollars. Now he gets dollars and a winning team which stinks. But I do understand where you are coming from though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted February 17, 2004 Author Share Posted February 17, 2004 No one wanted this trade more than the Rangers and they are paying the price. As far as his choice of who to work for it is very rare that someone works for the same company all their lives. We all have quit companies for more money, better opportunity, etc. The Rangers told A-Rod they were going to go out and get pitching and they were unsuccessful in doing that. The Rangers plan failed and now they are onto a new plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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