That was a rocket of a shot. I was hoping it wasn't going to happen before this weekend, circus or otherwise. It's just being there for the event. Actually, it's not the record breaker that will be the big money ball but rather the very last one he ever hits. Even then, the Aaron #755 was just a mere afterthought until long after he retired. At least, that stands until A-Rod closes in on whatever mark.
That's true, and it was interesting to see the police escort the guy who caught the ball out (good thing too... otherwise, I can imagine the surrounding fans jumping him for the ball). Rumor also has it that the Giants may be one of several suitors for A-Rod's services next season. GO SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES!!! -G
Just curious, but how do you all feel about Professional Cycling; especially in Europe and the Tour de France? You think Landis should be stripped of his win last year or all the riders should have been kicked out this year? - Davidjd
[sarcasm] and YEEEEEEEES he's gone after this season. [/sarcasm] He'll have to find his 3,000th hit and World Series ring in a different uniform with a pay cut in mind--or head to Japan to get his championship--heck any Pacific League or Central League team can pay him a ton of money. ----- Actually, he did and it looks like it will be the right call. Unless there's proof beyond a reasonable doubt that he could be exonerated it looks like that he cheated. It's a shame especially since it appeared to be the greatest comeback in history and that he came from a background that frowned down on competition. Really, all the feel-good/rise above adversity/triumph of the human spirit stories are starting to vanish.
I'd give him 2 years. Juice or not, he wants to get 3,000 hits. Speaking of * You have until 8:59 PDT on September 25. Yes it's a bit ridiculous but hey, he's got the ball and while the ball should be left how it is if you really want to "*" it, he's giving you a chance.
In the era of juiced balls and juiced players I think all the records today should contain the *. To simplify things how about MLB*. Gives new meaning to the All* game. MLB* could have easily stopped the problems. They chose not too - they liked the results of a home run chase after the debacle of '94. McGowan's an ass. You just don't dump The Best Hitter of All Time*. Bonds should have been allowed to pick his exit. But what do you expect from the team that traded for Charlie Williams, Mike Caldwell and let Juan Marichal end his career in a Dodger uniform.
That from a guy who ripped off the old Boston Bruins crest! At least, Abercrombie and Fitch didn't end up with the home run ball...