The 2020 Cleveland Indians

[The Human Q-Tip]

so im just picking a random post to respond to.

But i do believe that the MLBPA could in fact set the group up, correct? Instead of random player X that represents a team, instead it would be a superstar from each team.

But more for the forest instead of the trees. Baseball has an image problem and part of that is that their super stars arent out front and center. This would help get that done.

Sure -- as long as the union set that up. But I don't know why they would. The players already get to elect their leadership, and they've chosen the guys they've chosen. I can't see why they'd want a slate different from the ones they already elected.

There's also the obvious issue of the interests of superstars not always aligning with the interests of other players, meaning that a panel of superstars really wouldn't be representative of the vast majority of players.

 

[Derek]

so im just picking a random post to respond to.

But i do believe that the MLBPA could in fact set the group up, correct? Instead of random player X that represents a team, instead it would be a superstar from each team.

But more for the forest instead of the trees. Baseball has an image problem and part of that is that their super stars arent out front and center. This would help get that done.

Baseball’s biggest issue is that the people they employ insist on trashing today’s game.

Basketball a similar, albeit less prominent, problem.

 

[The Human Q-Tip]

Baseball’s biggest issue is that the people they employ insist on trashing today’s game.

Basketball a similar, albeit less prominent, problem.

That's an interesting point. Not sure exactly what you mean by that, but I'll say that ultimately, the only "value" professional sports offers is entertainment. They're not creating anything of any other intrinsic value or worth. That means they must remember that the fans are ultimately their customers, and you need to keep them happy/interested. Letting the fans at least believe you care about them (even if you really don't) is important for the long-term health of the game. I think players in the older days -- and in up and coming sports that are trying to break out -- may have understood that a bit better. As far as owners, Bill Veeck understood that too for all his nuttiness.

I sometimes get the sense that fans are taken for granted by some people in the game, as if we're always going to be there no matter what. Those who believe that should really reconsider. Or maybe some of them just figure that the popularity of the sport will last at least until they sign their last contract, and beyond that...they really don't give a shit.

 

[LL3]

Didn't see this posted anywhere, but Brad Mills opted out of the season.

From what I have read, the absence of Mills is mostly about the tragic loss of his grandson this year, though he is certainly in higher risk zone in regard to age. It is an awful circumstance for him and his family, hopefully they can find some solace in one another.

 

[Derek]

That's an interesting point. Not sure exactly what you mean by that, but I'll say that ultimately, the only "value" professional sports offers is entertainment. They're not creating anything of any other intrinsic value or worth. That means they must remember that the fans are ultimately their customers, and you need to keep them happy/interested. Letting the fans at least believe you care about them (even if you really don't) is important for the long-term health of the game. I think players in the older days -- and in up and coming sports that are trying to break out -- may have understood that a bit better. As far as owners, Bill Veeck understood that too for all his nuttiness.

I sometimes get the sense that fans are taken for granted by some people in the game, as if we're always going to be there no matter what. Those who believe that should really reconsider. Or maybe some of them just figure that the popularity of the sport will last at least until they sign their last contract, and beyond that...they really don't give a shit.

Announcers, talking heads, even the guys on the MLB network bitch and moan constantly about today’s game yearning for “how the game used to be”.

Cant build up the game when the voices everyone hear spend most of their time tearing it down.

I actually disagree with you a lot that the fans are taken for granted given the improvements teams have made to the ballpark experience in recent years.

 

[LL3]

Announcers, talking heads, even the guys on the MLB network bitch and moan constantly about today’s game yearning for “how the game used to be”.

Cant build up the game when the voices everyone hear spend most of their time tearing it down.

I actually disagree with you a lot that the fans are taken for granted given the improvements teams have made to the ballpark experience in recent years.

Most improvements are to drive commerce, but if it is more user friendly/comfortable, then perhaps that is a win/win.

 

[Urban]

Announcers, talking heads, even the guys on the MLB network bitch and moan constantly about today’s game yearning for “how the game used to be”.

Cant build up the game when the voices everyone hear spend most of their time tearing it down.

I actually disagree with you a lot that the fans are taken for granted given the improvements teams have made to the ballpark experience in recent years.

John Smoltz

 

[CATS44]

As has been well explained in multiple posts, Franconas managing strategy seemingly falls into three parts, and he (and the FO) excels in the third.

First, a feeling out of what the team has in todays talent.

Second, the search for combinations, in house and other wise.

Third, maximizing the final roster down the stretch.

The first part doesn't apply this season, the second only partly so. With the exception of Domingo Santana, the position roster is made up of fairly well known pieces. The rotation is completely known. The core of the pen, closer and set up, is two thirds known. The only real questions are Karinchak and the guys that form the bridge between starter and back end.

Even in a normal season, there wouldn't be the extreme amount of in season tryouts as normal.

The middle part...acquiring talent to patch holes...barely exists this year. What we see is what we got.

So what we have left is a 60 game stretch run in which winning each game is the only consideration. No managing for a marathon, in which things other than winning the game at hand have to be considered.

And it's that third part, the situation faced now, is what Tito has few competitors that are his equal.

 

[DCTribefan]

As has been well explained in multiple posts, Franconas managing strategy seemingly falls into three parts, and he (and the FO) excels in the third.

First, a feeling out of what the team has in todays talent.

Second, the search for combinations, in house and other wise.

Third, maximizing the final roster down the stretch.

The first part doesn't apply this season, the second only partly so. With the exception of Domingo Santana, the position roster is made up of fairly well known pieces. The rotation is completely known. The core of the pen, closer and set up, is two thirds known. The only real questions are Karinchak and the guys that form the bridge between starter and back end.

Even in a normal season, there wouldn't be the extreme amount of in season tryouts as normal.

The middle part...acquiring talent to patch holes...barely exists this year. What we see is what we got.

So what we have left is a 60 game stretch run in which winning each game is the only consideration. No managing for a marathon, in which things other than winning the game at hand have to be considered.

And it's that third part, the situation faced now, is what Tito has few competitors that are his equal.

But can Tito manage effectively without his sunflower seeds?

 

[Gson]

But can Tito manage effectively withou his sunflower seeds?

Hull-less sunflowers require no spitting !..

 

[LL3]

Brandon Guyer Announces Retirement

Veteran outfielder Brandon Guyer announced his retirement from baseball at age 34 on Monday. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Brandon Guyer (and his "80" HBP skill set) announced his retirement today.

 

[ncinthenext3]

Brandon Guyer Announces Retirement

Veteran outfielder Brandon Guyer announced his retirement from baseball at age 34 on Monday. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Brandon Guyer (and his "80" HBP skill set) announced his retirement today.

That guy played hard. Good for him. Effort was certainly never a thing he left at home.

 

[ncinthenext3]

But can Tito manage effectively withou his sunflower seeds?

This was something I thought about a long time back, but from the player's perspective. It sounds gross, but spitting's an integral part of baseball. If I was a plyer I'd probably wear a mask on the field to help me break that habit. It's going to be a really, really tough thing for some guys. Especially the ones with seeds or tobacco. (even though it's banned you still see it) Imagine someone like Brad Ausmus. Dude was like a spittle factory.

 

[ncinthenext3]

 

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