2017 Season General Discussion Thread

[Jasonbay44]

Its really annoying the media is all looking at Bryce Harper as the bad guy in the incident. I hate when pitchers throw at a batter for "showing them up". Its one thing if the guy did something that could've legitimately injured someone or something (dirty slide, catcher takeout etc) but hitting a dude because your mad he hit a homer is such pussy s***. A batter can't do anything to defend himself and if he does, he'll get suspended more than you will, especially if its a starting pitcher, he'll miss one start max. If you don't want players showing you up, admiring home runs, or whatever, don't give up bombs to them, its that simple.

 

It's also a joke that pitchers get mad at hitters for admiring home runs, but will stand on the pitchers mound and do dances and s*** after saves (K-Rod, Valverde, Rodney, etc).

[Northern Star]

Its really annoying the media is all looking at Bryce Harper as the bad guy in the incident. I hate when pitchers throw at a batter for "showing them up". Its one thing if the guy did something that could've legitimately injured someone or something (dirty slide, catcher takeout etc) but hitting a dude because your mad he hit a homer is such pussy s***. A batter can't do anything to defend himself and if he does, he'll get suspended more than you will, especially if its a starting pitcher, he'll miss one start max. If you don't want players showing you up, admiring home runs, or whatever, don't give up bombs to them, its that simple.

 

It's also a joke that pitchers get mad at hitters for admiring home runs, but will stand on the pitchers mound and do dances and s*** after saves (K-Rod, Valverde, Rodney, etc).

 

Excellent post.

[a700hitter]

Really, Hunter Strickland? You wait 3 years to get back at Bryce Harper for daring to watch a HR that was done the line? So what, he hit two massive bombs off you BUT YOU WON THE SERIES. What a bitch.

Douche move by Strickland.

[Spudboy]

Yeah maybe a douche move by Strickland but that does not negate the fact that Harper is an entitled little punk-ass pussy himself.

 

He is always about himself and his on field demeanor and attitude annoy the s*** out of me.

 

It's like he has not matured any since he was 14 years old.

 

f*** him.

[a700hitter]

Yeah maybe a douche move by Strickland but that does not negate the fact that Harper is an entitled little punk-ass pussy himself.

 

He is always about himself and his on field demeanor and attitude annoy the s*** out of me.

 

It's like he has not matured any since he was 14 years old.

 

f*** him.

He has not matured and he is a douche and that is the reason why Papelbon grabbed him by the throat in the dugout for all to see.

[Youk Of The Nation]

Jonathan Papelbon is not exactly a sterling example of mental or emotional maturity. If he were any more mature than Harper, he wouldn't have been the one who got physical first. They're both idiots who became extremely popular through success at an age where most people still haven't figured out what they're doing with their lives. They let that go to their heads and became self-entitled dicks. The difference is, Harper's run is still in its beginning and Papelbon is already past his prime.

[a700hitter]

Jonathan Papelbon is not exactly a sterling example of mental or emotional maturity. If he were any more mature than Harper, he wouldn't have been the one who got physical first. They're both idiots who became extremely popular through success at an age where most people still haven't figured out what they're doing with their lives. They let that go to their heads and became self-entitled dicks. The difference is, Harper's run is still in its beginning and Papelbon is already past his prime.

I can't recollect any instances of Papelbon being either a clubhouse problem or being a dick on the field or in the media while he was with the Red Sox. My recollection of the dugout encounter with Harper is that Harper had previously had gotten on Papelbon about something. I could be wrong but I think he criticized him for not drilling an opposing batter. Then Harper half-assed it so Papelbon let him hear it and I guess that he didn't like his response. Harper is a punk and he had it coming. He didn't look so tough when big Paps had him by the throat.

[Spudboy]

I can't recollect any instances of Papelbon being either a clubhouse problem or being a dick on the field or in the media while he was with the Red Sox. My recollection of the dugout encounter with Harper is that Harper had previously had gotten on Papelbon about something. I could be wrong but I think he criticized him for not drilling an opposing batter. Then Harper half-assed it so Papelbon let him hear it and I guess that he didn't like his response. Harper is a punk and he had it coming. He didn't look so tough when big Paps had him by the throat.

 

This is my recollection as well. Although I don't even know what the tussle was about.

 

We all see Pablebon as a dullard with a great arm. He made those stupid comments about the Boston fans compared to Philly fans. That was really dumb.

 

But I don't care. I never gave him credit for being a strong mind. He was a great closer and really fun to watch.

 

Harper, on the other hand, means next to nothing to me. He is a punk.

 

His only "redeeming" quality is that he has a quality replica of MVP's beard.

 

f*** him.

[a700hitter]

This is my recollection as well. Although I don't even know what the tussle was about.

 

We all see Pablebon as a dullard with a great arm. He made those stupid comments about the Boston fans compared to Philly fans. That was really dumb.

 

But I don't care. I never gave him credit for being a strong mind. He was a great closer and really fun to watch.

 

Harper, on the other hand, means next to nothing to me. He is a punk.

 

His only "redeeming" quality is that he has a quality replica of MVP's beard.

 

f*** him.

I think that there is a tendency by north-easterners to assume that anyone with a southern or Louisiana accent is a dumb hick. I am not saying that Paps was a rocket scientist, but it is my understanding that his parents were educators at a University. His dad was not Jed Clampit who hunted varmint for dinner. Also, I remember Paps as a stand up guy with the Red Sox who never caused any problems. After he left Boston, he said a few derogatory things, but I can't blame him for being bitter. The Red Sox FO never even gave him a courtesy call when he was a FA. That would have rubbed me the wrong way, and there was a fair bit of negative sentiment from the fans directed toward him too after he had been nothing but a good player for the team. I think I might be bitter too. He certainly wasn't the most bitter ex Red Sox player. Clemens, Boggs and Nomar come to mind as being very bitter. I don't blame any of them as their exits were all accompanied with hit pieces from the media with the tacit consent of the FO.

[Bellhorn04]

Now here's a piece of news everyone here can celebrate.

 

Hawk Harrelson is retiring from broadcasting after 2018!

 

Someone's gonna say it if I don't, so...

 

He gone.

[a700hitter]

Now here's a piece of news everyone here can celebrate.

 

Hawk Harrelson is retiring from broadcasting after 2018!

 

Someone's gonna say it if I don't, so...

 

He gone.

I don't mind Hawk. There are worse homers in other booths, and he isn't a horrible listen.

[Bellhorn04]

I don't mind Hawk. There are worse homers in other booths, and he isn't a horrible listen.

 

One thing about Hawk, he's up-front about the homerism!

[Station 13]

Suspension for Harper and the gnat pitcher seems a little light. A brawl like that with charging the mound, throwing equipment, throwing punches needs a minimum 7-8 games. Harper got off lightly.

 

f*** you, Torre.

Edited June 1, 2017 by Station 13

[Spudboy]

I have not heard the Hawk in many years.

 

I see him in right field at Fenway and spending his off hours at Bachelor's lll with Joe Namath and Derek Sanderson drinking excessively and promoting young women.

 

Those were the days!

[Spudboy]

I did not see tape of the entire Harper brawl but I have to say that from what I have seen of it I would award very few style points to anyone.

 

Baseball fights are really stupid. As soon as a guy get plunked or hit or something really stupid like throwing a bat or sliding hard, boom. Both benches clear and 50+ pussies slowly march toward the mound or wherever the "action" is.

 

Just ridiculous.

 

Baseball has to learn how to incorporate fighting for real entertainment. Like the NHL.

 

Let two guys face off trading swats of no consequence. Once one lands a good one or two and his opponent is pinned on the ground being fed unmerciful shots to the cranium for about 15-20 seconds, then the umpires ( lol, fat f***s all ) step in and break it up.

 

Think of the ratings boom! Revenue will soar!

 

Heroes will be made!

 

The possibilities for growth of the game are endless!

[Jack Flap]

Suspension for Harper and the gnat pitcher seems a little light. A brawl like that with charging the mound, throwing equipment, throwing punches needs a minimum 7-8 games. Harper got off lightly.

 

f*** you, Torre.

 

Particularly given Barnes' 4-game punishment for not hitting Machado.

[Station 13]

Was Barnes 4 or 5 games? He appeal and didn't get it reduced. That's f***ing crazy.

[Jack Flap]

Was Barnes 4 or 5 games? He appeal and didn't get it reduced. That's f***ing crazy.

 

I'm pretty sure Barnes got four, dropped his appeal, and served all four.

[Bellhorn04]

I think they just spin a wheel. Sorry, 4 games for you!

[Youk Of The Nation]

The Rockies are very quietly killing it this season. I realize I'm biased, as I've always had a soft spot for them, but how is no one talking about this? Usually when they play well enough to contend, it's at the end of the season or at least in the middle, when they go on an improbable run. They've never started out this well. All anyone talks about is how great Houston is doing, so I know it's not a small-market blind spot. So why the hell is no one noticing how awesome Colorado is right now?

[Youk Of The Nation]

Nolan Arenado got the cycle with a walk-off homerun. That's pretty cool.

[mvp 78]

http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2017/06/28/miguel-montero-to-be-designated-for-assignment/

 

The sad saga of Miguel Montero.

[a700hitter]

http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2017/06/28/miguel-montero-to-be-designated-for-assignment/

 

The sad saga of Miguel Montero.

Pedroia agrees with Montero.

[Station 13]

http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2017/06/28/miguel-montero-to-be-designated-for-assignment/

 

The sad saga of Miguel Montero.

 

Get him here after he is release. Need somebody at DH that can hit.

[Station 13]

http://m.rockies.mlb.com/col/video/topic/73955164/v1577484583/cincol-gray-hits-longest-hr-by-a-pitcher-since-2015/?query=Jon%2BGray

 

It is the longest HR at Coors for 2017.

yikes.

Edited July 6, 2017 by Station 13

[moonslav59]

...tell me the ball is not juiced!

[Youk Of The Nation]

MLB keeps insisting it's not. So obviously, I am expecting it to be scientifically confirmed any day now.

[Station 13]

The Cubs are under .500, and their starting pitching is a big culprit behind that. Here's to another 108 years of futility. Edited July 11, 2017 by Station 13

[moonslav59]

The Cubs are under .500, and their starting pitching is a big culprit behind that. Here's to another 108 years of futility.

 

Fire the GM!!!!

 

This is totally unacceptable!

[moonslav59]

MLB keeps insisting it's not. So obviously, I am expecting it to be scientifically confirmed any day now.

 

Right.

 

They said the same thing the year Boogs hit 24 HRs. He never hit more than 11 any other year.