Former Astros Tracking Thread

Berkman.... whatever.

An elite hitter than should have been even better......... he alienated a lot of the baseball people around him, having Bagwell drag you around like a puppy dog only gets you so far.

 

On the baseball diamond, he's one of the best hitters ever to play the game. Defense and longevity, not so much.

 

I understand you are an insider when it comes to the subject of Berkman but it’s getting a little old. Just my opinion, I do enjoy reading your insight, I have heard a different opinion than yours on the subject, maybe you could back off responding in a negative light anytime Berkman’s name is brought up.

 

He should be judged by what he did on the field and he is a borderline Hall of Famer based on his production. He may have to wait awhile because of politics.

I don’t know how he didn’t hit 500 homers or win an MVP, but even with all his personality warts he had 9-10 straight elite seasons in a row. Even without longevity, at some point he likely gets in.

 

Arguably Berkman should have won a WS MVP.

 

Mike Hampton pitched for the Rockies for 2 seasons 16 years ago, hasn't pitched in MLB since 2010, and Colorado made their final payment to him yesterday.

 

Matt Maloney faints

 

Bobby Bonilla wonders "what do you mean, 'final payment'?"

 

Then bring up Ausmus's mythical work ethic. ;-)

 

Carlos Beltran To Join Yankees Front Office

 

Odd trade.

 

He didn’t spend a lot of time working out or even studying pitchers. He is a lot like Battier... smart and efficient.

Roger Clemens was an ass, but he set a great example and worked extremely hard.

 

Gamel and Santana are a weird swap. At least G can play a bit of OF.

The pitcher Seattle traded looks to potentially be the best player in the deal.

 

I wouldn't say he set a great example...

 

Did't Roger put Icy Hot on his nads before every start?

 

He was always the first player in the ballpark and he had a very regimented routine with Pettite. He worked with a lot of the pitchers as well. He busted his butt.

As far as steroids and HGH goes, a majority of players were using or had used at one point. I don’t like it, but it doesn’t take away from his incredible work ethic... especially by a guy that was already 40 and so accomplished. The players on the roster also really respected him.

I am not saying that Clemens was some sort of wonderful person, only that he was very dedicated and helped his teammates a lot.

 

You tend to get more energy for that sort of work ethic via juicing... especially when you’re at an age where you should be on the decline.