When Robinson Cano left the New York Yankees, he felt the wrath of many fans. And coaches. Former hitting instructor Kevin Long lashed out about how lazy he was and that he wasn’t a team player. I defended Robbie for a long time, saying that the Yankees biggest mistake was letting him get away. Maybe I was wrong…
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The Boston Red Sox and David Ortiz: how will he be remembered?
Well, on the eve of David Ortiz‘s 40th birthday, he announced that he would announce his retirement today on his 40th birthday.
#RedSox slugger David Ortiz plans to retire after 2016 season https://t.co/4oHn9xIvJIpic.twitter.com/LnXevEhPI1
— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) November 18, 2015
The announcement will come via The Players’ Tribune at some point Wednesday. Approximately eight seconds later, Hall of Fame discussion will begin.
The Atlanta Braves still celebrate Bruce Sutter Day
(Note to Wayniac Nation. The following link takes you to the November digital issue of Baseball Magazine. Baseball Magazine was the first monthly baseball magazine published in the United States. Founded by Boston sportswriter Jake Morse prior to the 1908 season, the magazine ran for 49 years before shutting down for good. My colleague and former editor Billy Brost decided to take on the daunting task of bringing back one of baseball’s treasures from the dead. Moving forward, I — along with several other writers I have worked with in the past and present — will contribute pieces looking at the history of the game and human interest stories of superstars that time may have forgotten. Hopefully, you follow along the journey.)
The New York Mets made it back to the Fall Classic for the first time since the Subway Series against the New York Yankees in 2000 this past October/November. I incessantly joked around with the Mets’ fans who are my friends and family that Bobby Bonilla — a member of that 2000 squad — was still making more money than Matt Harvey and Jacob deGrom combined.
But you know me by now. I said, “Hey Wayniac, there has to be a worse contract than Bobby Bo, right?” Sure enough, there was… and is, as a contract signed long before Bobby Bo’s is still being paid to this day. In fact, it is being paid by a team that is disappointing its loyal fanbase by tearing it down and trading away every fan favorite in order to cut salary for their new stadium. Oh, life’s sweet irony.
Every July 1st my friends — especially The Thread and Holloway — text out Happy Bobby Bonilla Day. Well, Braves fans, you won’t be happy, but it is time for you to recognize Bruce Sutter Day.
READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE IN THIS MONTH’S DIGITAL EDITION OF BASEBALL MAGAZINE BY CLICKING THIS LINK!
Breaking down the Braves trade: Simmons heads to the Left Coast
When John Hart continued to restructure the Atlanta Braves in his image yesterday, I made it immediately known on social media, how we at Wayniac Nation felt.
Let it be said: I am not on board with this Simmons move. #Braves #MLB
— Wayniac Nation (@UofDWayne) November 12, 2015
But I hesitated writing a post until I slept on it. I didn’t understand trading away Jose Peraza at the deadline for Hector Olivera, but after seeing Ozzie Albies play in person (and snagging this interview with him) I understood that there was a bigger picture and a better prospect to fill the void left by Peraza.
So, I slept on it. And I still don’t understand it.
The Atlanta Braves Andrelton Simmons was robbed of gold
MLB’s awards season started last night with the Rawlings Gold Glove Awards announced. As with any award ceremony that presents gold statues — whether it’s the Oscars or some sort of music awards — there are going to be snubs.
Some of the usual suspects took home the award as expected. Yadi Molina snagged his remarkable eighth straight Gold Glove, while Nolan Arenado — the Sharknado — grabbed his third in a row. There were nine new recipients of the Gold Glove Award this year — which for baseball — is good. You can see the full list of winners at MLB.com.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson passes away
Very sad news in Atlanta this Tuesday morning.
RIP, Tommy pic.twitter.com/SXUq1NNTyQ
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 10, 2015
Aramis Ramirez, Torii Hunter and 2021 MLB Hall of Fame eligibles
When Aramis Ramirez announced his retirement from Major League Baseball last week, it brought the total to five of some of the bigger stars of the 2000s who decided to hang up the ol’ cleats. He joins Torii Hunter, Tim Hudson, Barry Zito and Dan Haren as the current list of candidates that are eligible for Hall of Fame induction in 2021. Do any stand a chance?
Are any 2021 MLB HOF candidates Cooperstown ready? Keep reading to find out!
A quick rundown of the MLB madness in store!
A lot of fun is about to go down in the MLB. It is Hot Stove season and while we are still a little bit away from the Winter Meetings, this free agent class is sure to build excitement.
Kansas City Royals are on top of the World (Series at least)
Simply put, that was a great World Series. The Kansas City Royals trailed in EVERY game of the Fall Classic, yet somehow won this World Series without an inkling of a doubt, four games to one. The past two nights were just about as exciting as October (and November) baseball can get.
Read on for reflections of the Kansas City Royal’s magical run to the top
The Chicago Cubs, Stros, Mets and the rebirth of America’s Pastime in this morning’s random thoughts
What the Pittsburgh Pirates started a few seasons back, the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros have completed this season. It seems that what everybody grew tired of in baseball — you know, the same four or five teams in the post season EVERY year — is coming to an end. And it’s awesome.
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