On Dec 13, 2021, at 4:56 PM, shushkewich95 <shushk...@hotmail.com> wrote:
Good Evening Everyone,
Starting a fresh thread here. Evan and Josh both your articles will go in the morning!Lets keep the month of December going strong. Currently knocking on the 500K mark for the month which is great news considering the lockout!Tyson
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On Dec 22, 2021, at 5:57 PM, cb26ba...@gmail.com wrote:
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On Dec 22, 2021, at 7:02 PM, Chris Henderson <basebal...@gmail.com> wrote:
Go for it Callum. We’ve included him in a few articles over the past couple of months, but not much more than just mentioning him as a possible trade candidate. Feel free to take a deeper dive.
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On Dec 22, 2021, at 8:29 PM, Nick Prasad <nickpr...@gmail.com> wrote:
Can I do a piece on what a newly renovated ball park could entail? With suggestions and fan input ?!
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On Dec 24, 2021, at 10:00 AM, David Corcoran <corco...@hotmail.com> wrote:
Was wanting to do a piece on who possibly breakout this season, if that is ok
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On Dec 29, 2021, at 7:49 PM, Evan Gignac <evangi...@gmail.com> wrote:
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On Dec 29, 2021, at 7:55 PM, Chris Henderson <basebal...@gmail.com> wrote:
Sounds great Evan, go for it!
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Heya team,
article is in
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Brent Cardy’s Hall of Fame Ballot
Barry Bonds
Bonds was a Hall of Fame player before the steroids. His 91-93 seasons with Pittsburgh and San Francisco were outstanding. Look how much of a nosedive the Pirates took after he left to go out west? It still takes skill to put the bat on the ball. You still have to play 162 games and he still was playing Left Field in a National League Park.
Todd Helton
I thought Helton was a solid hitter. Some may argue he had a truckload of protection from Larry Walker and Dante Bichette. He also played his career in Coors Field. Ballpark factor is a real thing folks. However , he again did play in National League parks which are bigger. He did put up a 61.8 for his career and a 404 OBP. He was solid.
Roger Clemens does not make the ballot because I think pitching while taking steroids does give you an unfair advantage. He also had to only pitch every 5 days.
The other players on the ballot don’t jump out to me.
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On Dec 30, 2021, at 8:25 PM, Chris Henderson <basebal...@gmail.com> wrote:
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Long before he broke the single-season and all-time home run records, Barry Bonds was the best baseball I’ve ever seen. His seemingly limitless athleticism, power and speed, plus that famous smile made him a cherished man in Pittsburgh.
Although his figure, game and public perception changed during his time in the Bay, what he was able to accomplish was truly remarkable. He led the league in walks 12 times, including an astonishing total of 232 in 2004. Out of all the accolades that defined his career, a few stand out: seven MVP awards, 15 seasons with an OPS of 1.000 or better and eight gold glove awards. And somehow, he only led MLB in home runs twice.
Roger Clemens maniacal drive led him to a career unlike any other. It also led him on a villainous path that has caused many to question his eligibility. While we’re not sure exactly when “Rocket” began experimenting with foreign substances, his career with Boston and Toronto alone merits strong consideration. Five Cy Young awards, six ERA titles and an outrageous 44 shutouts!
The fact that he was able to pitch nearly another decade, win two more Cy’s and a pair of World Series demonstrates his insane will to win. That same ambition has led many voters to leave him off their ballot, but in my books, he deserves a spot in Cooperstown.
Curt Schilling was the heart and soul of three teams that made it to the World Series, including two that won it all. His gutty complete game shutout kept the Phillies alive in Game 5 of the Fall Classic against the Blue Jays.
Schilling’s next chance to play the hero came with Arizona in 2001 and he would not be denied. He made three starts in the Fall Classic against the Yankees and only surrendered four runs over 21.1 innings. His performance earned him World Series MVP. His gritty efforts helped the Red Sox finally break through in 2004 and helped Boston capture the Commissioner’s trophy again in 2007.
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Todd Helton – Had a 12 year stretch where he posted a slash line of .329/.428/.568, while averaging 42 doubles, 27 home runs, 99 home runs during that time frame and collected three Gold Gloves in that time frame. Finished his career with a batting average of .316, had he played anywhere but Colorado, specifically New York he would be a shoe-in for the HOF.
Andruw Jones – eight 30-home run seasons, including a 41 and 51-home runs seasons, add on and additionally three 20-home run seasons. Jones also collected ten consecutive Gold Glove Seasons. While his batting average wasn’t superb, it was good enough to go with his power and his defense.
Joe Nathan – Over 10-year span in the majors he averaged 37.5 saves, while posting a 2.38 ERA. One of the top closers of his generation and currently sits eighth all-time saves.
David Ortiz – One of the most dangerous power hitters of his generation, ten 30-home run seasons, as well as three 40+. Career playoff slash line of .289/.404/.543 while collected 41 extra base hits in 85 playoff games to go with an ALCS and WS MVP awards. 632 doubles, 541 career home runs, 1,768 RBI and career slash line of .286/.380/.552 to go with seven Silver Slugger Awards and 10 All-Star appearances.
Billy Wagner – Just one of six pitchers to ever record 400 career saves. Pitched in more than 70 games five times in his career and over 16 se4asons was as consistent as they come only having an ERA over 2.85 once in his career which was an injury filled 2000 season.
I just can’t vote for anyone link to steroids, it is cheating. When the league decides Pete Rose and Joe Jackson can get into the hall of fame, I’d consider letting the steroid guys in. Rose and Jackson first.
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Hello all,
First off, I think this topic is a great idea! Especially with this unfortunate lockout, gives fans a great debate. Also, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!
If I had a Hall of Fame vote, I would always strive to give all of my 10 votes, so here is my list:
Barry Bonds
Roger Clemens
Curt Schilling
Alex Rodriguez
Manny Ramirez
Gary Sheffield
David Ortiz
Billy Wagner
Todd Helton
Jeff Kent
I’m strongly against PED users and happy to see the game has cleaned up quite a bit. For any recent and future players that get caught, it would be very tough to give them any votes. However, for me, I believe the Hall showcases the history of the game, and the best of the best for each era.
PED’s were a major part of an era that featured players breaking records - that at the time, all fans (even non-baseball fans) were glued to their TVs watching history. Some got caught, and many did not. It’s a fun debate, but I believe no matter what side of the fence you’re on, that era produced some pretty amazing players - whether they needed to use it or not.
History may not always include things we want to remember, but it always includes everything that tells the story, and in my opinion, I couldn’t tell a story about the game without mentioning the PED era.
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On Dec 27, 2021, at 12:45 PM, Evan Gignac <evangi...@gmail.com> wrote:
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