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  1. glunn
    I have read this entire thread and the other thread. My sense is that most of the posts have been thoughtful. However, some posters have been disrespectful of other posters. Once the thread is unlocked there is going to be ZERO TOLERANCE of that. If you think that someone's post is stupid, either be respectful in your response or refrain from responding. If you insult the other poster or bicker then you will have your posting privileges suspended. My impression based on reading the thread is that I believe that there is general agreement that Betsy is probably telling the truth. On the other hand, we live in a country where the presumption of innocence is a bedrock principle, and it is important to look for discrepancies in any accuser's story. I suspect that it will be weeks or months until all relevant information becomes public, or maybe it will never become public. In the meantime, the moderators are going to insist that posters be respectful of opposing views. Feel free to argue, but keep it respectful.
  2. glunn
    I have just read this entire thread and my sense is that most of the posts have been thoughtful. However, some posters have been disrespectful of other posters. Once the thread is unlocked there is going to be ZERO TOLERANCE of that. If you think that someone's post is stupid, either be respectful in your response or refrain from responding. If you insult the other poster or bicker then you will have your posting privileges suspended. My impression based on reading the thread is that I believe that there is general agreement that Betsy is probably telling the truth. On the other hand, we live in a country where the presumption of innocence is a bedrock principle, and it is important to look for discrepancies in any accuser's story. I suspect that it will be weeks or months until all relevant information becomes public, or maybe it will never become public. In the meantime, the moderators are going to insist that posters be respectful of opposing views. Feel free to argue, but keep it respectful.
  3. glunn
    This is a really good post. I appreciate the hard work that went into making these lists.
  4. glunn
    What he said was ".It's likely he'll never have more than a cup of coffee.." [emphasis added]
  5. glunn
    The post in question was tongue in cheek -- hence the allusion to the Beverly Hillbillies. That said, the Angels play in Orange County -- fewer movie stars or world class sushi bars, and a much smaller Japanese presence.
  6. glunn
    Another way to look at this is that he is focused on three world class cities (Yankees, Cubs and Dodgers) and two teams that have had very successful Japanese players (Rangers and Mariners). Among these five choices, I would choose the Dodgers -- swimmin pools and movie stars, not to mention great weather, a great tradition and great sushi bars.
  7. glunn
    Too scary for me.
  8. glunn
    You should be glad that you did not get out in time. No one can time the market.
  9. glunn
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2745483-former-braves-gm-john-coppolella-banned-for-life-from-mlb-for-rule-violation?utm_source=cnn.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=editorial "Manfred ... announced 13 players the Braves signed illegally during the 2015-17 international free-agent period have been released from their contracts, making them eligible to sign with any team." I hope that the Twins are all over this.
  10. glunn
    I wish that they would each offer him $1 million per year for endorsements.
  11. glunn
    I read in a local newspaper that Otani has signed with CAA in Los Angeles for his promotional rights. I suspect that they will push hard for the Dodgers. However, there is no DH in the NL so he would have to also have a position in the field.
  12. glunn
    I hope that this is nothing serious. I wonder if either player called for the ball.
  13. glunn
    I believe that this proposed legislation is a good step, but even if it passes it will decades to get all of the bump stocks and assault rifles out of circulation.
  14. glunn
    I believe that the original purposes included all of the above, but the founding fathers were thinking about muskets that held one projectile and took a minute or two to reload. Today, I think that hunting is a valid purpose, but the best guns for hunting are shotguns and rifles, not assault weapons. Self defense also seems valid today, but the preferred guns for that would be shotguns and handguns. Ensuring that the military has arms seems unrelated -- the military could have arms even if the Second Amendment was repealed. Protection against tyranny seems illogical. Even if a group of patriots had assault rifles, they would not stand a chance against tanks or helicopter gunships. I think that we need to move the line on what guns can be owned, and I would start with assault rifles. That said, I agree with those who talk about mental health. As we have seen, a truck can kill a lot of people in a short time, and a bomb can kill more. Humans have evolved as a species where part of our nature is to kill each other. We are to some extent the survivors of tribes who killed off other tribes. Overcoming that is a challenge, both on an individual level and a group level.
  15. glunn
    Great writeup, and the links are a bonus.
  16. glunn
    Great article -- lots of encouraging information, well presented.
  17. glunn
    I have not liked the Dodgers since the 1965 World Series.
  18. glunn
    I have a friend who is a lifelong Dodgers fan who is now in hospice. I am hoping that she lives long enough for the Dodgers to win the World Series this year. So at the moment I am a Dodgers fan.
  19. glunn
    Sorry, I forgot the link and have now added it.
  20. glunn
    I would add that the article also talks about an added focus on pitchers who generate more strikeouts.
  21. glunn
    This article has lots of information about what the front office is targeting, including a possible reunion with Brandon Kintzler. http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/13/next-twins-pitching-coach-must-find-ways-to-miss-bats/ "The Twins’ primary closers in 2017, traded all-star Brandon Kintzler and fellow right-hander Matt Belisle, have career swinging-strike rates around 8 percent while league average for relievers is 11.6 percent. The Twins have interest in signing both as free agents this winter, but they also figure to target personnel with a penchant for missing bats." Comments?
  22. glunn
    https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/red-sox-manager-search-cora-reportedly-lands-interview-gardenhire-draws-interest/ "Now, as the postseason continues with the LCS round, the Red Sox are moving forward with their managerial search. They will reportedly interview Astros bench coach Alex Cora on Sunday, and have reached out to the Diamondbacks for permission to interview their bench coach Ron Gardenhire." Comments?
  23. glunn
    I loved reading this every day. You provided recaps that were better than what I could find anywhere else. The writing was crisp and relevant. The clips were well chosen, and the other features were informative and apt. This obviously took a ton of work, and I am grateful.
  24. glunn
    Your game summaries have been stellar. Thanks for all the hard work. It paid off.
  25. glunn
    Great post. I look forward to more quality content during the offseason.
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