12-14-2008, 10:06 PM
Ricciardi, who has proven to be a dud as a GM (one reason is his obvious lack of an eye for talent), was lambasted for that quote, and apologized profusely.
But even if it were 100% true, who gives a shit? Lots of major stars have said that the game can be boring, or that the schedule is too long, or blah blah. It doesn't affect their performance, if they're even remotely professional.
Marlon Brando used to say over and over again how much he detested acting, and that he only did it for the money, and that he <i>especially</i> couldn't stand being in plays where he had to repeat himself night after night. Apparently that didn't prevent his portrayal of Stanley in "A Streetcar Named Desire" from being considered among the most outstanding stage performances in acting history.
In fact, if Ricciadi were correct, Dunn's career stats would more resemble those of Milton Bradley...lots of games missed, lots of time off. Instead, he plays almost every single game, and puts up almost identical numbers year-in and year-out. Based on his past 6 seasons, you can practically pencil him in for 40+ homers and a .386 OBP.
But even if it were 100% true, who gives a shit? Lots of major stars have said that the game can be boring, or that the schedule is too long, or blah blah. It doesn't affect their performance, if they're even remotely professional.
Marlon Brando used to say over and over again how much he detested acting, and that he only did it for the money, and that he <i>especially</i> couldn't stand being in plays where he had to repeat himself night after night. Apparently that didn't prevent his portrayal of Stanley in "A Streetcar Named Desire" from being considered among the most outstanding stage performances in acting history.
In fact, if Ricciadi were correct, Dunn's career stats would more resemble those of Milton Bradley...lots of games missed, lots of time off. Instead, he plays almost every single game, and puts up almost identical numbers year-in and year-out. Based on his past 6 seasons, you can practically pencil him in for 40+ homers and a .386 OBP.
There's nothing better than to realize that the good things about youth don't end with youth itself. It's a matter of realizing that life can be renewed every day you get out of bed without baggage. It's tough to get there, but it's better than the dark thoughts. -Lance