Thread: A-Rod opts out

He also tried to make the Dodgers play J.D. Drew in CF. Big deal.

Why would you blame him for trying to maximize his players' value considering they're employing him?

Originally Posted by OrangePuck

I can almost guarantee you that the Angels will not go after him. The price is way to high and the Orange County market can't afford a $25-30mil salary for a player that might or might not perform in the playoffs for you.

I am willing to bet my house and every last cent in my bank account that A-Rod WILL NOT end up in Anaheim... the Angels will not even make an offer.

Originally Posted by jbruin152

He also tried to make the Dodgers play J.D. Drew in CF. Big deal.

Why would you blame him for trying to maximize his players' value considering they're employing him?

Because it was a short-sighted selfish move that hurt both the player and the team.

Originally Posted by DanteHicks

Because it was a short-sighted selfish move that hurt both the player and the team.

I want to play quarterback for the Denver Broncos.

Unfortunately, the team has the final say in that.

Originally Posted by jbruin152

I want to play quarterback for the Denver Broncos.

Unfortunately, the team has the final say in that.

I'm sure the fact that a good starting pitcher is a hell of a lot more valuable than a good reliever had nothing to do with the decision to have Dreifort start either.

A player agent used his huge power to bully the Dodgers into making a bad decision because it meant he got more money and more power. It hurt his client and it hurt the team. I blame him for that.

Then there's the fact the team gave in, which is the best way to ensure a bully will remain a bully. This leads us back to my original point, which is that I'd like to see some teams stand up to him once in a while.

I don't see it happening any time soon though.

All this Darren Dreifort talk makes me want to go on a booze cruise in the harbor.

Originally Posted by DanteHicks

A player agent used his huge power to bully the Dodgers into making a bad decision because it meant he got more money and more power. It hurt his client and it hurt the team. I blame him for that.

Then there's the fact the team gave in, which is the best way to ensure a bully will remain a bully. This leads us back to my original point, which is that I'd like to see some teams stand up to him once in a while.

I don't see it happening any time soon though.

The Dodgers did tell him "no way" when Drew asked to play center field...