Replies to post #58 on Baseball Chat (BASEBALL)

[Moron]

Hey Excel. I just e-mailed you.
I agree with you about the money issues, although I side almost solely with the players. If I could hold out for more money and get it, I'd probably do it too. I'd like to believe otherwise, but I know I've never turned down available money in my profession either. Personally, I blame the owners for paying it. That's something I really like about Pat Gillick. He doesn't cave in. I'm sure Boone knows he had a great year, but it isn't likely to repeat, so he wants to milk it before the helium wears off. One year does not warrant a huge contract.

I know its not that easy, as some teams have the money to spend, and it makes sense that putting a winning team on the field should sell tickets (except in Oakland), but I still blame ownership in most cases. That being said, I'm guilty as well, as I continue to attend games and pay for tickets.

As a fan, baseball doesn't have to be expensive. We don't have to pay $38 for lower box seats, nor do we have to drink $6 beer. In Seattle, and many other cities, they offer "family plans" with cheaper seats, coupons for hot dogs, soft drinks, etc., and it's somewhat more affordable. Personally, I'd rather buy a six dollar bleacher seat and sit in the sun than attend a movie, but that's just me.

I sure miss baseball, though. Only a few more weeks until spring training!