I believe that I could do a better job than most general managers in major league baseball, which is why it pains me to say that I lamented the Tigers' signing of Kenny Rogers to a 2-year, $16 million contract last winter. "$16 million for a guy 41 years old," I sniffed. "That's just ludicrous."
Good thing I wasn't the Tigers' GM. Kenny Rogers is a god among men.
Not having cable, it amused me tonight to see the ESPN guys - after the game - trumping up the non-issue of the substance on Rogers' hand. It was dirt, folks. Get over it. I know you need ratings and controversy and all, especially with a series not featuring the Yankees, but find something else. Like, maybe show the pre-game festivities of a Parkinson's-addled Sparky Anderson throwing out the first pitch instead of a ridiculous Eminem/50 Cent video. That would be a start.
This is making me so happy. My life is baseball and grading right now, and it suits me just fine. I'll be wearing a different Tiger shirt to school every day next week.
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That boy is wrapped a bit tight, though, don't you think. Watching him come off the mound after the 7th or 8th reminded me a bit of Sling Blade.
Epiph,
I'm so enjoying the Series thus far.
Glad you're writing about it, too.
Sparky Anderson is still alive?
Wow. I honestly thought he died a long time ago.
Still, you should know that not only am I extremely excited about the Tiger's being in the World Series, but I can't stop thinking about how ape-shit you must be right now.
My roommate who is now gone is a big-time Red Sox fan, and I told her at the beginning of the season that she was renewing my appreciation for baseball. She IMed me the other day to congratulate the Tigers on beating the Yankees, and since then I'm REALLY appreciating baseball.
I remember "Hear the roar in '84!" and I'm so happy we've gone this far this year.
GO TIGERS!
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