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DEL.ICIO.USGlavine’s still got game
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Jeff Schultz
THE TUESDAY COUNTDOWN…
10: Say this for Tom Glavine: When he ends a relationship, he takes a statistical wrecking a ball to that sucker.
9: Tommy G’s final two starts with the Braves came in the 2002 playoffs: He lost both, allowing 13 earned runs on 17 hits and seven walks in 7 2/3 innings (ERA: 15.26). Glavine’s final three starts with the New York Mets: 0-2, 17 earned runs (including four home runs) on 25 hits in 10 1/3 innings (ERA: 14.81). So much for the goal of leaving them wanting more.
8: OK, that said, yes, Glavine would still be an asset to the Braves. Putting aside all of the warm-and-fuzziness of Glavine retiring as a Brave, we’re not about an objective of him being a staff ace. Given what we all saw this season, is there really a belief that he’s not good enough to be a No. 3 or possibly 4 starter in this rotation for one season? He threw 200 1/3 innings this season. His arm was dead at the end. But 200 1/3 innings would’ve ranked third on the Braves’ staff, right behind John Smoltz (205 2/3), and way ahead of Chuck James (161 1/3). What would that have meant for the rotation? And the bullpen? And playoff chances?
7: Do agents and defense attorneys hang together at Starbucks the day God hands out a conscience? I mean, how does Leigh Steinberg, Ricky Williams’ agent, say, “Ricky is extremely excited about the prospect of playing in the NFL again,” without his head exploding? Ricky Williams hasn’t been excited about playing since the last time his baggie was empty and he searched between the couch cushions for stray seeds.
6: I sat with my daughter the other day, drinking “Smart Water” while watching “The Hills.” The water never had a shot.
5: The NHL has trouble getting attention in the United States. So the league decided to open the season in London. Well. That makes sense. I figured between the loss of an ESPN contract and post-lockout fallout that the NHL couldn’t fall further off the radar, but Gary Bettman met the challenge. Raise your hand if you realized two NHL games already have been played.
4: Back to the Braves: I understand the need to improve the pitching. But does anybody realize the team actually finished third in the National League in team earned run average (4.11) but only 11th in fielding?
3: How important is team ERA? If this season proves anything, it’s that there’s no automatic formula. Chicago finished second and Arizona fourth in team ERA. But Colorado was eighth and Philadelphia 13th. Batting average? Colorado was first, Arizona 16th. Defense? Colorado was first, Arizona eighth. Now, if a GM can build a team that goes .500 most of the year and then 14-1 down the stretch, you’ve got a chance.
2: Kobe Bryant showed up for the first day of Lakers’ training camp and said his off-season comments criticizing management and demanding a trade “were misconstrued.” Bryant never specified which of his comments on the 27 ESPN shows he went on “were misconstrued,” but I’m sure he’ll get around to it.
1: Coming next week: Kobe Bryant on “The Hills.”
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By Bookie
October 2, 2007 11:47 AM | Link to this
Jeff-Read Bradley’s column on the return of Glavine and do a rewrite.
By Mark
October 2, 2007 11:51 AM | Link to this
The biggest difference between having Tom Glavine as a #3 starter compared to, say, Chuck James is that Glavine will probably cost around $10 million per year —James made $397,500 in ‘07.
By j bostick
October 2, 2007 11:55 AM | Link to this
you must be nuts,braves can spend their limited money on better pitchers than him ,he is shot,that’s why they let him go years ago.If your a sports writter you should be ashamed of yourself.He must have giving you a interview when no one else would, golf partner,or some silly reason other than pitching ability!!!
By Rediculous
October 2, 2007 12:06 PM | Link to this
I agree with Mark. We can get a lot more for the $10 million that Glavine will demand. Bradley is also right in saying that the Braves need to be looking for long-term solutions for the rotation, not one-year stop gaps.
P.S. Don’t resign Andruw unless you can get him for
P.S.S. I am really starting to loath Scott Boras.
By Clay
October 2, 2007 12:11 PM | Link to this
No! No! No! I never want to see Glavine back with the Braves for the following reasons: 1. Even 15 years ago, the guy made me nervous pitching big games because it always seemed like he was susceptable to the big first inning.
He is OLD! He doesn’t have the same arm he had with the Braves and never will again.
I can’t stand his pitching style - he is a nibbler. Always nibbling on the outside of the plate hoping for calls is not the kind of pitcher the Braves need.
He will be too expensive. We need a 3 or 4 year MLB pitcher on the rise of his career to build this staff back.
He never would admit he made a bad pitch. In my book, a bad pitch is one that is jacked out. In his interviews, he seemed to believe that good pitches could be hit out of the park. Bull! A good pitch can be one that is 2 feet off the plate, but makes the batter swing for it (i.e. Andruw Jones). A bad pitch can also be one that barely hits the corner of the plate low in the strike zone and is jacked out.
By T
October 2, 2007 12:11 PM | Link to this
I love Tom Glavine, and it would be a great story to have him come back, but unless he took a HUGE paycut, it wouldn’t be worth it. It would be better for the Braves to take some of Andruw’s salary and go get a couple of fireballers. Usually easier said that done, but we do have the best wheeler-dealer in MLB in John Schuerholz.
By T
October 2, 2007 12:12 PM | Link to this
I love Tom Glavine, and it would be a great story to have him come back, but unless he took a HUGE paycut, it wouldn’t be worth it. It would be better for the Braves to take some of Andruw’s salary and go get a couple of fireballers. Usually easier said that done, but we do have the best wheeler-dealer in MLB in John Schuerholz.
By lilburnfan
October 2, 2007 12:13 PM | Link to this
HAVE YOU LOST YOUR FRIGGIN MIND! GLAVINE IS A HAS BEEN, NICE CAREER BUT A NOTHING WHEN IT COUNTS, PLAYOFFS IN LAST 5 YEARS.
BRAVES CAN’T KEEP BRING BACK MEMORIES AND HOPE FOR MAGIC, SEE WOMEN’S SOCCER AS A RECENT EXAMPLE.
MOVE ON, FIND/MENTOR NEW TALENT AND FORGET ABOUT OLD PLAYERS.
FOR THAT MATTER, MAKE SURE YOU GET RID OF ANDREW, KEEP TEX!
STOP LIVING IN THE PAST! WELL, THAT COULD BE SAID ABOUT A LOT OF THINGS IN THE SOUTH HUH!!!
By Snooky
October 2, 2007 12:16 PM | Link to this
Bradley, read Jeff’s column and do a rewrite.
By Vince
October 2, 2007 12:20 PM | Link to this
If we can get Glavine for a reasonable sum, maybe for no more than $6-7 million for next year, get him. Any more than that, get someone else. I’d love to see him back here, just like Andruw, but not for more than he’s worth. And speaking of Andruw, he’s not going to be worth anything close to what Boras thinks he is. I’m not saying he won’t get a ridiculous contract, but he won’t be worth it. And signing him for more than 4-5 years max is a real gamble. He’s too big physically, and he won’t be getting to all those balls he gets to now in a few years. He’s already started to slow down. But some team will bite on him…they always do.
By Joe
October 2, 2007 12:21 PM | Link to this
It’s funny how just a couple of weeks ago the AJC had a poll up about whether they would want Glavine back in Atlanta last year. It was an overwhelming yes. Then he had two bad games in a row and now it’s just the opposite. If we’re going to take a snapshot of two games, then let’s look back to Aug 28 and Sept 2. Glavine pitched 13 innings and gave up 1 run. No, he’s not the pitcher he was 10 years ago, but he’s still better than most of what Atlanta has to offer.
By Big Ed
October 2, 2007 12:24 PM | Link to this
The Braves need some house cleaning. They got zero production from centerfield this year. Bobby trying to protect Andruw says that he has RBI in his glove. Plain and simple you could play someone from triple A and get the same results for far less money. Trade Renteria for a quality 2-3 starter. Tell Glavine if he is so sentimental about comming back to the Braves he better think about a home town discount because he will not win as many games next year based on one more year on his body. He could be the number 4 -5 guy. As much as I love Smoltzy he is getting older by the minute as well. He has the potential to drop to number three. So go for number two man and say happy trails to Andruw.
By STEVE LLOYD
October 2, 2007 12:45 PM | Link to this
GLAVINE LEFT 5 YEARS AGO TO PITCH FOR THE METS OF ALL TEAMS. FOR WHAT, A COUPLE MILLION MORE THAN THE BRAVES WERE OFFERING? HOW MANY MILLONS DO YOU NEED IN A LIFETIME? A DOG IS MORE LOYAL THAN GLAVINE. ALSO,I AGREE WITH SOME OF THE COMMENTS ABOUT GLAVINE NEVER BEING ABLE TO WHEN A GAME WHEN WE REAALY NEEDED IT, EXCEPTION BEING THE CLINCHING GAME OF THE ‘95 SERIES. I DON’T LIKE THE IDEA OF HIM PUTTING US ON THE SHELF TO GO PITCH FOR OUR BIGGEST DIVISION RIVALS, AND THEN COME BACK HERE AS A FEEL GOOD STORY.
By Okeetee
October 2, 2007 12:52 PM | Link to this
Glavine to take a “hometown” discount? Are you kidding me!!! Remember, this guy practically singlehandedly caused the last baseball strike by supporting the players union unequivically…making it seem like the 2 million dollar a year player average was kin to stark poverty!!! Besides that, Glavine is nothing more than a batting practice pitcher right now! Infact, has been since the last couple of years with the Braves! And if anybody in the Braves front office even has a passing thought of resigning Andruw Jones….they should be shot! If you think he had a bad year this year….wait till next year! I’ve never seen a man swing at so many bad pitches….since the Braves had Ralph Garr!….or maybe Giles…who they were smart enough to unload last year!
By Okeetee
October 2, 2007 12:54 PM | Link to this
Glavine to take a “hometown” discount? Are you kidding me!!! Remember, this guy practically singlehandedly caused the last baseball strike by supporting the players union unequivically…making it seem like the 2 million dollar a year player average was kin to stark poverty!!! Besides that, Glavine is nothing more than a batting practice pitcher right now! Infact, has been since the last couple of years with the Braves! And if anybody in the Braves front office even has a passing thought of resigning Andruw Jones….they should be shot! If you think he had a bad year this year….wait till next year! I’ve never seen a man swing at so many bad pitches….since the Braves had Ralph Garr!….or maybe Giles…who they were smart enough to unload last year!
By Okeetee
October 2, 2007 12:54 PM | Link to this
Glavine to take a “hometown” discount? Are you kidding me!!! Remember, this guy practically singlehandedly caused the last baseball strike by supporting the players union unequivically…making it seem like the 2 million dollar a year player average was kin to stark poverty!!! Besides that, Glavine is nothing more than a batting practice pitcher right now! Infact, has been since the last couple of years with the Braves! And if anybody in the Braves front office even has a passing thought of resigning Andruw Jones….they should be shot! If you think he had a bad year this year….wait till next year! I’ve never seen a man swing at so many bad pitches….since the Braves had Ralph Garr!….or maybe Giles…who they were smart enough to unload last year!
By Jason
October 2, 2007 12:55 PM | Link to this
Jeff,
I don’t understand how you have the NHL in a Braves article? There was actually no point to it, other than to knock a sport you obviously know nothing about.
By ChampDawg
October 2, 2007 12:58 PM | Link to this
Glavine is at BEST a #3 and I think more realistically a 4 or 5. The Braves would be absolute idiots to pay Glavine-type money for a 40+ year old #3 or 4. I think they can do just as well for a lot less money or better for the same money. Tommy’s already burned his bridges in Atlanta. Let it go.
By Peter
October 2, 2007 1:04 PM | Link to this
If Glavin has game, I hope we continue to HIT against him…….I would NEVER EVER want him back in a Braves uniform……
He went for the BIG Money, he got it, and then he has shown with the BIG Game on the line he is WAY over paid.
He has zero allegiance to anyone but his own pocket…….
He used to be a respectful guy until he wanted too much cash, and cheated on his wife, then divorced her to marry his Mistress……he got his cash hopefully he is happy…….
By ChampDawg
October 2, 2007 1:05 PM | Link to this
Glavine and Maddux— got no stuff. The ONLY reason these 2 guys made it in pro ball is because the ump was willing to call something 6 inches off the plate a strike. If either one of them get’s too much of the plate, the ball will be 400 feet away. We don’t need Galvine II in Atlanta unless it’s a dirt cheap #4 guy.
By Jeff Schultz
October 2, 2007 1:16 PM | Link to this
Bookie, Ookie, Snookie — Mark made some valid points but did you ever consider that maybe I had already read the column and I was doing the rewrite?
Big Ed — I don’t think there’s any question that Renteria, as great as he is, will be obvious trade bait this winter.
Earth to Jason — This isn’t a “Braves article”. It’s a weekly random blog that always touches on various topics. Don’t be a typically overly sensitive hockey fan. And as to my hockey knowlege, any time you want to venture into the slot and try to match me third-line winger for third-line winger, I’ll be waiting for you.
ChampDawg — Glavine hasn’t burned bridges with the the team. Schuerholz was ready to bring him back last year. But salary demands obviously will be the biggest factor.
JS
By Vince
October 2, 2007 1:23 PM | Link to this
“Glavine and Maddux— got no stuff.” “Glavine is nothing more than a batting practice pitcher right now!”
Man, there’s a lot of idiots who post on this board!
By Bo
October 2, 2007 1:25 PM | Link to this
Jeff quit living in the past. The Braves do not need another old pitcher from the past to return with his union talk. The Braves need a younger pitching staff which I’m sure JS will have in place by spring.Mark has the right Mind set on this. * Jeff why not just go back and sign all the players from 1995 team? would that make all you old fans happy?* I will not pay to watch Glavine do anything. He showed his true colors when he took off and boy did he really help the METS win. What a JOKE! The Braves will be better off without AJ also.
By mark razzo
October 2, 2007 1:31 PM | Link to this
I love my BRAVES and know that we can get back to the top. With that being said, it hurt when my childhood hero #3 Dale Murphy played and finished in Colorado, ugh!!!It hurt when Maddox left and still wins 13 a year and Glavine goes and gets 13 a year, now Andruw probably will go elsewhere. The HORROR. If he doesnt come back for whatever reason, replace him with quality. If Renteria gets traded get quality in return. Make the right moves and bring in quality. Oh, and please make a good offer to Tex early so at least his big bat stays….
By loafer
October 2, 2007 1:40 PM | Link to this
The happiest day of my baseball year was watching the Mets Fans boo Glavine has he sulked off the field. Good Riddens. We don’t need him or want him. Sherholtz will never bring him back anyway. He sees Glavine for what he is…a spoiled overpaid athelete who expects everyone to fawn over him all the time. New Flash Tom….It’s not about YOU!!! Its about the city and its team. So what you won 300 games. Your a byproduct of Sherholtz and Cox. You’ve had marginal stuff your whole career and this week proved it. Bye-Bye.
By Mr T
October 2, 2007 1:47 PM | Link to this
Offering Tom Glavine another contract next year would be a huge mistake. We have one shot next year and most of the pieces are in place to make a serious run. Money saved from getting a descent center fielder who hits for average, trading Renteria, and resisting the urge to sign has beens like Glavine will put this team over the top! The future is now. Realistically we only have Tex one more year. Let’s add 3 quality arms and ride on the backs of Chipper, Tex, and Diaz next year! No sense in gambling the farm on over paid washed up Tommy Glavine!
By Gary
October 2, 2007 1:50 PM | Link to this
Jeff, It’s not about whether Glavine can still pitch in the league, I think he can. But you can’t honestly believe he is still worth the at least 10 mill Boras would want in order to sign him! You, more than anyone else, should know the reality of the Braves payroll. There really is no room to sign Glavine as a #3 or #4 starter. That money is much better spent on a proven #1 or #2 starter in the prime of their career. You could also sign 3 quality arms for that 10 mill. Do we really want to blow that opportunity on a feel-good story of a great pitcher who left this team for a rival in order to make a few extra million? Are you really sure that’s best for the Braves, Jeff, really? No. Move on.
By BOB
October 2, 2007 1:53 PM | Link to this
Schuerholz is to smart to even think about signing Glavine. What did you expect him to say last year about TG….That they didn’t want him etc. no he put it on salary demand.
By What???
October 2, 2007 2:08 PM | Link to this
That’s what I think about Glavine still having game, are you smoking crack????????
By Mike
October 2, 2007 2:12 PM | Link to this
2 words on bringing Glavine back:
NO
I’ll have to get back to you on the second word.
By Snooky
October 2, 2007 2:12 PM | Link to this
Jeffy, READ the posts before you whine. You would notice my response to Bookie was in YOUR corner. Guess I won’t be so quick to defend you next time phartknocker.
By mark
October 2, 2007 2:51 PM | Link to this
It would be good for the Braves to check into Tom Glavine..What about Greg Maddox???I also think the Braves should move Escobar to the outfield , moving Francourer to center field since it seems Jones is gone.
By Paul from Milton
October 2, 2007 3:16 PM | Link to this
I think if we can get Glavine at a reasonable price and Bobby can adjust his schedule so that his arm is still viable at the end of the season then it is worth the effort. The problem is that Bobby will probably have to do the same thing with Smoltz next year - meaning the Braves really need six starters in order to rest Smoltz and Glavine for the end of the season and the playoffs.
It would be great to acquire some young starters but as we saw this season they are very hard to get.
By KJ Sampson
October 2, 2007 3:22 PM | Link to this
Mike, that was your second word. The first one should’ve been “Hail.”
By Michael
October 2, 2007 3:23 PM | Link to this
Hand raised.
And regarding Glavine, I’m ok with him being a #3 or #4 for one year, as long as he’s ok with getting paid what any other average #3 or #4 starter would get. Otherwise, no thanks. We can get 10 to 15 wins per year from a lot of guys that would cost a heck of a lot less than what Glavine probably expects to make.
By Got Cash?
October 2, 2007 3:44 PM | Link to this
So, Braves Nation thinks Glavine will go in to the Hall of Fame as a Brave - well word is the Mets have offered him $5 to go in a Met. Gees, I wonder what he will do?
By Mitch
October 2, 2007 4:09 PM | Link to this
Jeff, I want Glavine back. While I understand Mark Bradley’s point about Glavine’s age, and money spent elsewhere, I cant forget this. With Hampton on the DL all year, Glavine’s thirteen wins would have given us an NL East title by a large margin. Even at 42, the guy can still pitch. The problem I see is the payroll. With the high price salaries of Hudson, Smoltz, Chipper, Tex, and needing a centerfielder to replace Andruw, who will likely leave, I dont know how we afford Glavine. I’ve read it will take 10 mil to sign Tom. While we might get ten to thirteen wins out of hin, are we better off getting another stopgap starter who can win us 10 games, and hope that Hampton can finally come back and win us 10 next year, at least? Glavine would provide Hampton insurance for 2008, in that if Mike never pitches again, our rotation of Hudson, Smoltz, James, Glavine, and whoever at number five, would be very solid. If I had a crystal ball, and could forsee that Hampton would pitch, and win us at least 10-12 games, then I say no Glavine. The problem is, Hampton hasnt pitched in nearly three years. He may give us 10-15 wins, or not pitch at all, or be horrible if he does pitch. I think the decision on Glavine comes down to what our payroll is in 2008, and what happens with Andruw, and how much a centerfielder costs us. If Andruw leaves, and Glavine wants too much, pass on him. If Liberty allows, say, a 90 mil payroll, and Glavine costs maybe 8 mil, then sign him. Or: Offer him an incentive laden contract like John S wanted to in 2002. Give him a base of say, 6 to 7 mil, with incentives for 200 innings pitched and beyond. If he’s healthy, let him earn another 3 mil that way. If he pitched only 150-175 innings, and was hurt, he gets the 7 mil. That may not happen, but it’s a thought. It will be interesting to see what the outcome of this is.
By Mitch
October 2, 2007 4:09 PM | Link to this
Jeff, I want Glavine back. While I understand Mark Bradley’s point about Glavine’s age, and money spent elsewhere, I cant forget this. With Hampton on the DL all year, Glavine’s thirteen wins would have given us an NL East title by a large margin. Even at 42, the guy can still pitch. The problem I see is the payroll. With the high price salaries of Hudson, Smoltz, Chipper, Tex, and needing a centerfielder to replace Andruw, who will likely leave, I dont know how we afford Glavine. I’ve read it will take 10 mil to sign Tom. While we might get ten to thirteen wins out of hin, are we better off getting another stopgap starter who can win us 10 games, and hope that Hampton can finally come back and win us 10 next year, at least? Glavine would provide Hampton insurance for 2008, in that if Mike never pitches again, our rotation of Hudson, Smoltz, James, Glavine, and whoever at number five, would be very solid. If I had a crystal ball, and could forsee that Hampton would pitch, and win us at least 10-12 games, then I say no Glavine. The problem is, Hampton hasnt pitched in nearly three years. He may give us 10-15 wins, or not pitch at all, or be horrible if he does pitch. I think the decision on Glavine comes down to what our payroll is in 2008, and what happens with Andruw, and how much a centerfielder costs us. If Andruw leaves, and Glavine wants too much, pass on him. If Liberty allows, say, a 90 mil payroll, and Glavine costs maybe 8 mil, then sign him. Or: Offer him an incentive laden contract like John S wanted to in 2002. Give him a base of say, 6 to 7 mil, with incentives for 200 innings pitched and beyond. If he’s healthy, let him earn another 3 mil that way. If he pitched only 150-175 innings, and was hurt, he gets the 7 mil. That may not happen, but it’s a thought. It will be interesting to see what the outcome of this is.
By mariner
October 2, 2007 4:20 PM | Link to this
Jeff, regarding #4, I for one did not realize that. I don’t get to see many of the games, so it must have slipped by me when reading the boxscores. How were we that bad at fielding? Especially in a year when Chipper is vying for a Gold Glove and Andruw was as good as ever. McCann has seemed shaky at times. What’s the deal? Any easy fixes?
By buddy
October 2, 2007 5:09 PM | Link to this
Shultz is pitiful, developing a god complex, telling Petrino how to run his club, trying to drive DeAngelo Hall out of the city (feeling his oats after his seemingly successful campaign against Vick). Now pushing Glavine. Look out, Bradley, Shultz is flexing his “influence.”
By buddy
October 2, 2007 5:10 PM | Link to this
Shultz is pitiful, developing a god complex, telling Petrino how to run his club, trying to drive DeAngelo Hall out of the city (feeling his oats after his seemingly successful campaign against Vick). Now pushing Glavine. Look out, Bradley, Shultz is flexing his “influence.”
By buddy
October 2, 2007 5:10 PM | Link to this
Shultz is pitiful, developing a god complex, telling Petrino how to run his club, trying to drive DeAngelo Hall out of the city (feeling his oats after his seemingly successful campaign against Vick). Now pushing Glavine. Look out, Bradley, Shultz is flexing his “influence.”
By D-Cider
October 2, 2007 5:46 PM | Link to this
Jerk Schultz, who ever gave you the idea that you were funny or could write a decent column? some drunk frat brothers? you should hope that whoever writes your checks at the AJC continues to take whatever mood or mind-altering drugs he or she is ingesting or you might be out of a job.
By Coach (Lets Go Braves In 2008)
October 2, 2007 6:13 PM | Link to this
To start with , please call or e-mail Mark Bradley and tell him to pull his head out of his butt. Tom Glavine will be an asset in a Bravos uniform in 2008. Pitching and defense , the two main ingredients needed for a championship caliber team and you hit the nail on the head with the 4.11 team ERA and 11th ranked defense. I said it already in Bradley’s blog and it needs to be said again. The issue of Tom Glavine has separated the knowledgeable fans from the village bandwagon idiots.
By Navigator
October 2, 2007 6:44 PM | Link to this
Jeff I seldom disagree with your article, but this time I must. I have a long time respect for Glavine, knowing without him Cox couldn’t say we one. He won’t accept 4th or 5th pitcher salary, so it’s a mute point. He had a better year this year than most expected, and probably won’t have one this good again. The Braves have to spent money on pitchers that won’t swoon at the end of the year. Even Smoltz falls into that same category now.
By Bean Ball
October 2, 2007 8:51 PM | Link to this
If it were up to me, I’d rather have Maddux back. It would be nice to finally see him pluck out whatever it is bothering him in the seat of his pants all these years. To do it in a Braves uni would be awesome! GO Mad Dog!!
By Chip
October 2, 2007 10:34 PM | Link to this
Thank the Lord AJ is gone. Glavine would be a fool to come back to all the booooo …..and the Braves would be crazy to even think about bring him back. Let the past rest and look forward to the future. Jeff what you been smoking?
By SlimG
October 2, 2007 10:35 PM | Link to this
Jeff, obviously u never played ball. Glavine is as finished as MVick. Get a clue before closiing the laptop.
By waiting on 2008
October 3, 2007 7:35 AM | Link to this
Glavine is past history. Why in the world would we give 10 million to another pitcher like we have. We need another star. A hard throwing pitcher who will get the job done. Glavines meltdown tells just what he has left. Put Glavine in the rotation and what do we have for 2009? Hudson as Smoltz, Hampton and Glavine will all be gone.
Braves need to spend money on the future, not try to go back and grab the past. Dont forget the past is not the past anymore. He done. Glavine needs to hang up his glove and go home to retire.
By submariner
October 3, 2007 7:38 AM | Link to this
Two words. Johan Santana
By Andrew
October 3, 2007 8:54 AM | Link to this
Terrance Moore has got to be the biggest idiot to walk the face of the earth. Yes Andrew was an awesome Center Fielder but his bat has really declined in the last couple of years. Eveyone see’s that of course except for Moore. Andrew does not deserve Tex money. It’s abvious that this guy actually has a brain unlike Andrew. While Moore is busy spouting that Andrew is the reason Maddox, Smoltz, and Glavine won Cy Youngs he needs to check his stats. They only won 1 with him roaming the outfield and that was in 98’.. Moore just wants to make sure they keep a black man out there…..
By willdave
October 3, 2007 9:14 AM | Link to this
Glavine will be 42 years old next year. So the poor end to his 2007 season with the Mets could be a sign of his declining abilities. Why take a chance on an aging pitcher? Just remember and thank Glavine for the great years he gave the Braves in the past. But take a pass on signing him to a new contract. Invest that money in a younger, more reliable pitcher.
By Gene
October 3, 2007 9:51 AM | Link to this
Everything considered, Glavin would probably be an asset to the Braves’ pitching staff. Even in his younger days, he had an occasional early inning melt down. He is getting old, but he could win 10 or 12 games.
By bob
October 3, 2007 11:46 AM | Link to this
Please Braves, do not give Glavine millions to return after NY fans boo him out of town. He is old, and showing it, but does anyone remember when he was a starting pitcher in the All Star game? Just like the final Mets game. I thought he might retire after winning 300, which he previously suggested, but he is too greedy to walk away from anyone paying him a few million more.
By da tober act
October 3, 2007 10:54 PM | Link to this
Mr T, I agree with you. No way should the Braves pick up more burned out pitchers, just look what Wickman burned them for. It’s time to stop being the underdog and start being top dog. Look how proud the Rockies are playing. They are now my “America’s team”. Hope they win it all! This is how the Braves would be right now in the play offs if AJ had executed on his ABs. Braves would have clinched the east in early september. Would have been 100 game winners and JS wouldn’t even had a opening for Tex. I wonder if Julio has felt burned enough to try again next spring?