kageman129 Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 Howard in HR Derby Am I the only one that thinks it isn't fair at all that someone who wasn't selected to the All-Star Team is in the HR Derby? Sure, he is the reigning champion, but I always thought this was a game for just the All-Stars to be in . . . Just wondering how everyone else feels about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T R U Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 (edited) QUOTE(kageman129 @ Jul 3, 2007 -> 12:33 PM) Howard in HR Derby Am I the only one that thinks it isn't fair at all that someone who wasn't selected to the All-Star Team is in the HR Derby? Sure, he is the reigning champion, but I always thought this was a game for just the All-Stars to be in . . . Just wondering how everyone else feels about it. Why does an All Star have to be in the HR Derby? Also, don't you think it wouldn't be fair to deny him the chance to defend his title? Edited July 3, 2007 by Shadows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearSox Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 I can see both sides of it... to be honest, I don't care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kageman129 Posted July 3, 2007 Author Share Posted July 3, 2007 I'm not that big on the HR Derby anymore, but I've always thought it was just for All-Stars to do. Maybe I'm wrong . . . And I understand he was last year's winner so defend his crown and all that, but still. Just thought I'd see what others thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steff Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 I like the derby and watching them sail in to the bay will be especialy fun this year, IMO. It's a very popular "in person" event. Tickets are scalping for more to the derby than to the actual game this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Chappas Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 I think it should include the best home run hitters whether thye are All-Stars or not just to keep it interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 Non-All-Stars participate in the Derby all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbaho-WG Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 I'd love to see this lineup, assuming five players per side: NL: Howard Dunn Bonds Fielder Griffey AL: Thome A-Rod Morneau Vlad Jack Cust comedy option! God, lefties are murdering the ball this year home run wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearSox Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 yeah, it is a home run derby, they should have the best home run hitters in it. I would love to see Dunn in there, and Borchard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteSoxfan1986 Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 Hopefully the derby is stocked with lefties. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy27 Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 QUOTE(Cerbaho-WG @ Jul 3, 2007 -> 02:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'd love to see this lineup, assuming five players per side: NL: Howard Dunn Bonds Fielder Griffey AL: Thome A-Rod Morneau Vlad Jack Cust comedy option! God, lefties are murdering the ball this year home run wise. Perfect lineup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RibbieRubarb Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 In the NBA and NHL, you don't have to be an All-Star to participate in skills competitions. So I see no problem here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearSox Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 I hate how they juice the ball for the derby though... but then again, I think the ball is juiced for the regular season anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 QUOTE(Jenks Heat @ Jul 3, 2007 -> 11:15 AM) I think it should include the best home run hitters whether thye are All-Stars or not just to keep it interesting. Even with his horrible start to the season Howard is one of the better sluggers in the game and deserves to be there. I'm glad he'll be there and I think the Derby should year in year out have the best power hitters out there cause thats what makes the event fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearSox Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 another good name would be Wily Mo Pena. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangercal Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 I could make an example comparing this to the way the nba handles a similar situation. The nba never cared if players were allstars with the 3pt and dunk contest and I agree, we would have never seen the likes of Steve Kerr, Craig Hodges, Harold Miner and JR Rider display simply great performances. MLB should not limit themselves, I will be more likely to tune in with Howard there. He is good at his craft and the reigning champ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevHead0881 Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 How bout Mr. LTP himself, Joe Borchard? All he does is hit the occasional ball very far. Seems like the perfect situation for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearSox Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 QUOTE(KevHead0881 @ Jul 3, 2007 -> 11:21 PM) How bout Mr. LTP himself, Joe Borchard? All he does is hit the occasional ball very far. Seems like the perfect situation for him. I mentioned him a bit earlier. He'd put on a show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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