My first comment was.......
quote:The whole thing got me questioning my own opinion.
I have never promoted hitting someone and never will. However, I do believe that a pitcher has the right to protect his plate. I understand but still have a problem with a retailiation pitch and I would have thought that would be your stance also. My point is that what is the difference between throwing at someone without a reason and throwing at someone because the coach says so, in both cases there is intent. I am huge proponent of pitching inside and if you saw my son throw you would understand that the nut doesn't fall far from the bush. How do we know how many brush back pitches througout the history of baseball were nothing more than missed attempts to hit someone?
The "give him credit" comment was toungue in cheek and a subliminal way to promote discussion.
There was not a relationship with my comments and Bonds. As far as I'm concerned I will always acknowledge his baseball greatness pre-2003. After that date I will remember him for his attitude on and off the field.