Buster Posey

QUOTE (flavum @ Oct 16, 2014 -> 10:31 PM) Erin Andrews voice drives me crazy--and not in a good way. I know what you mean, but I think Buck is worse. Anyone who says, "Game over. Season over. Team X has won the World Series," is just working for a pay-check.

QUOTE (WilliamTell @ Sep 26, 2014 -> 07:29 PM) As a 1st baseman, Mauer is somewhat similar to Will Clark. Higher average but lower power. Will Clark was good, but not Hall of Fame material. Mauer as a 1st baseman just isn't as valuable compared to as a catcher. Honestly I agree with what Hawk said not too long ago about Mauer probably needing a change of scenery. But Minnesota probably won't do it. Will Clark? He had seasons of 35, 29, 29, 23, 23 and 21 home runs, and also had multiple seasons with more than 100 RBI (and led the National League in 1988). His career OPS was .880. Mark Grace is a better comparison for Mauer than Clark.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 08:29 PM) Just to note, Mauer is only at 1500 hits in his career so far. Correct, which is why I noted that his overall numbers aren't particularly impressive; however, he plays in the American League and has the opportunity to DH, which may help him extend his career. I'm not sure how to explain his drop-off this season. His career splits show that his batting average is lower (.286) when he plays 1B. He's hit .311 for his career as a DH.

QUOTE (ptatc @ Sep 5, 2014 -> 05:51 PM) I don't think he's done it long enough yet. He seems to be tailing off as well. His OPS is slightly better than Konerko while konerko did it over 7-8 more years. Everyone really agrees that PK doesn't belong there. I've a problem with the Konerko comparison, as he has played most of his career at 1B--a position where power and run production are expected. Mauer was a catcher until this season and shouldn't be judged by how he compares to people who played other positions.

A friend asked me earlier this week if I thought Joe Mauer belongs in the Hall of Fame. I think he does, but I wanted to see what the rest of you think. Mauer's lifetime numbers aren't especially impressive aside from his batting average and OBP, but if one looks at his 162-game averages, the case for his HOF induction becomes much stronger. That he's won multiple Silver Slugger Awards and Gold Gloves--as well as an MVP--also helps his argument. Thoughts?

QUOTE (flavum @ Sep 1, 2014 -> 02:56 PM) Phillies no-hitting the Braves through 8. Papelbon will probably be on the mound in the 9th. The no-hitter is now official, as Papelbon shuts down Atlanta in the 9th.