I wouldn't use the word hatred, but i've had a strong dislike for LaRussa going far back to his Oakland days . i really never could stand the guy . when he was hired, i was hoping that there would be a strong bench coach, that he would actually listen to, and take their advice when needed . someone to help him along . i'm just wondering if he might have dementia issues, and believe me, speaking as someone who knows, if that's the case, all his weird decisions then start to make sense . also, if the fans start to boo him, it wouldn't surprise me in the least, if he received an extension . JR is vindictive, if nothing else.