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That doesn't change the mental grind of whatever you are doing on your mindset.

And in my opinion, this is an inaccurate view of human nature. Money and fame don't change who you are at your core. Plenty of people only have a certain level of tolerance for BS. That doesn't change because I add an extra zero to your paycheck, or you get your face on a baseball card. Depression, anger, frustration etc aren't exclusive to just lower economic realms.

It's weird that the franchise keeps finding problem players.... it's almost like the players aren't the real problem.

So what is that magical line that people become different at?

Why? Because they make a lot of money?

Specifically I am not talking about him not being able to defensively handle SS, I am talking about his not being able to hit a velocity fastball.

Or the worries about Montgomery are legitimate.

45 wins instead of 41. Awesome.

I was waiting to see who would catch this. We keep hearing about how lazy and bad of teammates some of these guys are, but Michael Kopech is the only I have seen who keeps saying the quiet parts out loud.

https://dodgerblue.com/michael-kopech-dodgers-trade-was-a-blessing/2024/12/04/

https://www.chicitysports.com/kevin-warren-jim-harbaugh-chicago-bears-news

Only if he learns to stay healthy first.

KC, Minnesota, Cleveland, and Detroit vote no.

BuT wE nEeD tO pAcKaGe BeNiTeNdI To DuMp ThE cOnTrAcT

This. Take the best deal and forget all of the BS. If it is the Cubs/Twins/Gards/whoever, take it and move on.

Or they get a metric fuckton for him.

Sending Crochet to the Cubs would be nuts.

Well the problem is we apparently don't have any scouts, and just like to ask our coaches, so this will go well.

I have no idea, but odds are at least one, if not two. Hell maybe even all three. Growth isn't linear.

Jesus, even the homeless A's are spending money. God I hate being a Sox fan these days.

There is no way on god's green earth that all of those guys are ready on April 1st. None. If by some miracle we have too much pitching, and these guys are forcing their way on to the roster, trade someone. I can't remember the last time this actually happened though, and sure don't think it will happen in 2025.

RIP Bill. Great guy.

If a player fouls out, they aren't shooting free throws.

Then we aren't going to be good until next decade.