jemaz: I have blocked viewing posts from three members of this board, at least two of whom are Old Timers which I have concluded is like tenure. That is, it is based on time served rather than the quality of the posts.
I believe that one is so disappointed and angry that his son decided to hang it up. That reflects itself in his rigidity and unwillingness to consider opinions other than his own anad when he gets stuck he difts off topic. He does not accept the concept that innate ability trumps learned skills. So be it.
What amazes me is that coaches with common sense continue to communicate with him. His own mental health would have him ignore my posts but he just cannot help himself.
I know that Canada is different from main sream baseball in the US and perhaps that is a part of the misunderstanding. But them his inconsistancy of positions and failure to address issues raised in a direct manner is a hinderence to constructive communication.
I believe it was Mark Twain who said that he refrained from arguing with fools lest the bystanders could not tell which is the fool.
I imagine this will bring about another innane tirade which I also will not see.