Comments on: Going out on top: Tony La Russa announces retirement

By: ramsfan34

ramsfan34 — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:58:57 +0000

Very well said. I moved to Saint Louis from Kansas City when I was 12 about the same time Tony La Russa became the field manager of the cardinals. One of the biggest culture shocks of moving from KC to STL was in KC it’s about FootBall but even during the Rams “Greatest Show on Turf” era baseball reigns supreme. I’m still more interested in football yet I’ve enjoyed watching the Cardinals success and while many people here almost expect the Cardinals to be in playoff contention year after year but when you’ve spent your life watching the Royals you really appreciate what La Russa has done.
Now that La Russa is gone I can’t help but think of him St.Louis’ disgruntled uncle. The guy had some problems and at ‘family gatherings’ he could be humiliating but we loved him anyway and with him gone I’m sure we will miss him.
I like how refers to Walsh & Vermeil but those two were/are 2 of the classiest men to coach in pro sports. While LaRussa may not have bee as classy as the 2 he certainly is on there level of greatness. How ever

By: ramsfan34

ramsfan34 — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:46:24 +0000

By: frankvzappa

frankvzappa — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:37:59 +0000

Thank you, thank you. You should read the infamous “Irabu post”, I’m sure it has three times that many by now.

By: raysfan1

raysfan1 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:54:25 +0000

Tip o’ the cap to TLR. I’ll miss the groaning from certain fans about over-managing. A sure-fire HoF’er–no need to come back just to chase a number…gotta respect that.

By: raysfan1

raysfan1 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:50:22 +0000

Absolutely NOT!!!

By: raysfan1

raysfan1 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:46:36 +0000

Stay away from my team’s manager!!

By: lovesmesomeme

lovesmesomeme — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:25:13 +0000

Feck head idiot. Very impressive Walter.

By: walter sikora

walter sikora — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:53:50 +0000

feck head idiot

By: lovesmesomeme

lovesmesomeme — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:12:34 +0000

Thank you

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:53:16 +0000

Good job Frank. You have managed to receive the most thumbs down on any single post I have read thus far on HBT. Well done Sir!

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:57:52 +0000

I hear you Sportsfan. Scott Rolen (and Colby Rasmus) probably are as well. Initially…on the surface each incident looked very bad. At a minimum…they reflected poorly on TLR as Ozzie and Scott were highly regarded…incredibly popular players. But once the smoke cleared…the dust settled and the actual accounts of each situation came to lite it became clear the situations were untenable. And I want to qualify this as a Cardinals fan who’s favorite player growing up was Ozzie Smith. A Cardinals fan who still has a #27 Scott Rolen jersey hanging in his closet…it took me a while to forgive and/or get over the anger I had with TLR over both situations. My solution…purchase Ozzie Smith and Bob Gibson jerseys. Neither of them can be traded.

By: lovesmesomeme

lovesmesomeme — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:22:35 +0000

You got me on that one. I havent got a smart ass reply. Well played Mauer. He still looks like a perv though and he is a confirmed drunk driver.

By: sportsfan52

sportsfan52 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:21:43 +0000

Bet Ozzie Smith is jumping for joy today

By: jakelohr

jakelohr — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:29:36 +0000

‘To Catch A Predator’ Host Caught Sexting: Report

This Chris Hansen? Wow! I’m impressed with such an unimpeachable source.

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:13:27 +0000

DJDVD: As far as this Cardinal fan is concerned…while I was dissapointed to see Colby go (due to his potential for being a five tool player) it absolutely needed to happen. He requested a trade the year prior (for which A.P. called him out for doing so mid season). But prior to last year he had become increasingly more aloof…standoffish…and other wise emotion less. Unfortunately, this had far more to do with his meddling Father (and Colby allowing it) than anything else. Further, this resulted in that potential five tool player only using two of them on a consistant basis. I don’t know where you get your “Cards fans were livid with the trade” because I literally knew a handful of people who were completely against it. Some were certainly dissapointed…but this had far more to do with Colby (the person) and the drama his Father brought with him.
Most importantly…if the FRONT OFFICE doesn’t make that trade the Cardinals do NOT make the playoffs…let alone their 11th World Series title.
Let me guess…Cubs fan?

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:02:17 +0000

123: You are on point. The 14 pitchers PLUS the tragic death of Darryl Kile.
Wow…it’s been 9 years. Unreal.

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:58:20 +0000

Thanks for posting Falcon.

By: djdvd

djdvd — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:52:51 +0000

I love the winning cures all mentality. Cards fans were livid with the trade but they make an impossible run with all sorts of collapses, and suddenly LaRussa’s actions are justified? It’s not even the first case of him being that way either. I respect the man but to ignore his flaws under the guise of this improbable win is funny.

By: natstowngreg

natstowngreg — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:51:04 +0000

Why on Earth should the Rays grant permission? Makes no sense for them.

By: spudchukar

spudchukar — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:26:56 +0000

Ride off into the sunset Tony, with a well-deserved last laugh.

By: wlschneider09

wlschneider09 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:08:28 +0000

Dion sounds worse

By: 1historian

1historian — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:58:01 +0000

He among you who is without sin – let him cast the first stone

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:42:30 +0000

I hear what you are saying…but if he WAS considering this back in August…my guess is it had far more to do with them absolutely stinking it up and the game not being near as much fun (especially at age 67). Then…they made the comeback. Heck…1 1/2 weeks ago he said (regardless if they win the World Series or not)…this has been the most fun he can recall having in MLB. But back to D.D….they have been together for 30+ years. If (and I realize it’s a big if)…D.D. told TLR he was retiring to care for his ailing Wife (which is why he missed the entire Month of September)…I can definately see them wanting to go out together. Cause’ again…they have been together for most of each others entire Professional careers. But you made a valid point (one which I hadn’t considered)…the health problems D.D.’s Wife is having could have certainly been an eye opening experience for TLR (especially at his age).

By: cur68

cur68 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:27:47 +0000

How then Is Dion unlike the current bat technology?

By: paperlions

paperlions — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:26:47 +0000

I haven’t seen the presser, but if TLR was thinking this back in August…it may be that the Duncan situation made him realize that he wanted to spend more time with his family while everyone was healthy. I don’t know that Duncan leaving would have been a deal breaker for TLR, he seems to independent for that type of approach to life decisions. If I had to guess, he probably just felt that it was time from and age/health/family perspective….and going out a champion was just gravy on top.

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:05:26 +0000

Really? I can only assume you don’t have a “true” affinity for ANY team. Or is it more like…whomever happens to be winning. If so…Cardinals fan huh?

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:02:53 +0000

Ummm…as a lifelong Cardinals fan I could give a crap about the length of play. I tend to focus more on aquiring the ‘W’s.’

By: wlschneider09

wlschneider09 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:02:19 +0000

Dion would shatter into sharp fragments in response to some hard fastball, spraying dangerously around the infield endagering players, coaches and umpires alike.

“My parts will go on and on……”

By: stlouis1baseball

stlouis1baseball — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:00:28 +0000

I hear what you are saying Sabathia. But my feeling is Dave Duncan told Tony he was calling it quits to care for his Wife (which is why he missed the entire Month of September when the Cardinals were making there run). D.D. has been with TLR for 30+ years. My feeling is they decided to go out together…on top. But I also feel it certainly trumps the World Series title with regards to A.P. making his decision as Albert loves TLR and has steadfastly maintained he couldn’t imagine playing for anyone else.

By: miketreedy

miketreedy — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:59:50 +0000

I am still hoping the Rangers release Washington and hire Francona. Maybe the Cards can hire Ron Washington. Then the will really appreciate TLR.