Comments on: Thursday (Who do you like?) edition: Wha’ Happened?

By: The Hootie

The Hootie — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:53:47 +0000

No Gogo today. Bummer. I wonder how many 2 strike bunt attempts Tolbert will make.

By: Joker

Joker — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:41:40 +0000

Oops…ment 1000-1.

By: Newbie

Newbie — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:39:12 +0000

You look at these guys, Plaxico Burress included and wonder, if they would give 100% they could be amazing. But maybe it is because they make it look so easy that we think they are lazy. Guys like Craig Counsell work hard every at bat and don’t have the talent of these guys, but he is busting his but to make an effort (and we can see that), and the Manny’s of the world flick their wrists and bat .310

Manny Ramirez = 7 I was siting in the outfield when Boston beat the Twins that one game, and he was putting forth quite an effort in the field and coming up with some good plays. Not all of them, but there was more effort than I expected.

Randy Moss = 8 He did run a lot of long, deep routes, so when it wasn’t coming to him he’s ok to relax. But when it is man can he make things happen.

Jason Kubel = 6 Not sure of Hootie’s Man Crush” on him when we have Craig Monroe. They make a killer combo.

Shaquille O’Neal = 2 How can you not make a free throw… it is the easiest shot in the world to practice!?!

Phil Mickelson = 9 it’s all a mental deal with him, he works hard, but cracks under the pressure.

Marian Gaborik = 5 if I believe what Jaques says about him, (or can even understand it) he should be bringing more effort.

By: Joker

Joker — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:38:32 +0000

Odds that the (hopefully) upcoming post will be before 12:01 and NOT about the twins: 5-4

Any takers?

By: Nathan

Nathan — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:34:56 +0000

Manny Ramirez - 2
Randy Moss - 7
Jason Kubel - 4
Shaquille O’Neal - 9
Phil Mickelson - 8
Marian Gaborik - 9

By: StraightCashHomey

StraightCashHomey — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:30:29 +0000

I think Gaborik left a bad taste in everyone’s mouth with his poor (read: invisible) playoff performance… But he clearly WAS trying then. I think he proved more this year by doing more (and actually playing the majority of the season).

As for Kubel, couldn’t agree more Jon. Every time I tell people I think Kubel’s on the brink of getting good, he burns me by spending two months batting .220.

By: Dave MN

Dave MN — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:20:05 +0000

Brandon, I don’t find that as ironic as, say, a free ride when you’ve already paid.

By: Brandon

Brandon — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:02:36 +0000

I find it mildly ironic that we’re taking times out of our jobs to discuss the perceived laziness of other professionals in their jobs.

And with that, I need to get back to Simmons’s 15,000 word blog post.

By: The Hootie

The Hootie — Thu, 15 May 2008 16:02:31 +0000

Hey Rand-

Are we playing office baseball w/ the Twins today? I haven’t said “I told you so” in days.

By: Jon

Jon — Thu, 15 May 2008 15:33:53 +0000

Manny - 7, for comedy’s sake.
Moss - 7. I miss him.
Kubel - 6. Burned me too many times.
Shaq - 6. Entertainment value, I’ll say that.
Phil - 5. Only fun when he does crazy things.
Gaborik - 8.