He’s a professional baseball player. We catch (thru the press) the fringes of what he’s really going through. Think about it…is he really trying to come back for another paycheck? I personally give him credit…because it’s personal and professional.

I know it isn’t his fault. I really, hope he comes back and he is able to win some games.

but I too fail to understand some of the stuff posted about Hampton. Don’t get me wrong, he is clearly THE most fragile player in the majors (Baldelli is a close 2nd) but it’s not like they can CHANGE that fact. It’s one thing to rip a tendon in your hand playing “guitar hero” or blowout your knee from carrying a side of deer meat up the steps, but the injuries he’s sustained appear to be completely uncontrollable. So to call him a tool, or any other name for that matter, is just plain childish.

I give Hampton all the credit in the world, because even through all of the injuries, he’s still busting his ass to get back on the field and do something to earn his money. I’m not counting on it happening, but I’m hoping it does – not only because it would help us as a team, but because frankly, he deserves it.

Anyone who puts in as much effort as he has, when they could have taken the easy way out, gets a big +1 from me.

HELL YES at least someone tells it like it is

not only is it uncalled for, it has no basis and makes no sense.

wouldn’t it be fun IF accountability actually MEANT something? It would make my year to see this pompous ass prosecuted, not to mention the message it would send to the internet cowards who frequent message boards posting this BS without fear of retribution.

I totally agree with everything you say. And perhaps TMAC85’s heart is in the right place, but the enunciation was lacking. You’re right, I do get ill over hearing about Hampton. But I’m not going call him childish names and say that because he couldn’t prevent himself from getting injured it somehow makes him Michael Jackson instead of Hampton.