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As always, Shady, your baseball acumen SURPASSES the "others" on CT. I believe Alec Burleson is a baseball cyborg sent to us from the 23rd "century" to show us the "future of hitting". I have a friend whose friend is a Red Sox scout and he concurs 100%. If Goldschmidt and Arenado had only sought Burleson's "counsel" they would have "won" two World Series, at least. Whether it's against stout RHP or crafty LHP, Alec Burleson is your man. I rest my case.Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 20:10 pmThe Cardinals organization and expert analysts seem to REALLY like Burleson. Regardless of what pseudo, wannabe experts on CT think. That's just the way it is. Sorry.Monsieur De Treville wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 20:06 pmPraise does not win games. Offensive & defensive production does. So far during his 3 year-career, your Beloved Burly has not been particularly productive as evidenced by a career 0.4 WAR and 95 OPS+.Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 19:52 pmI would advise that you pay much closer attention to the Cardinals telecasts and post game shows. You seem to be missing some quite obvious praise for Burleson's hitting ability.Monsieur De Treville wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 19:32 pmDo the Cardinals have any actual "experts" in the organization? Who are they? And what exactly are these "accolades" they have supppsedly bestowed upon Mr Burleson?NYCardsFan wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 18:51 pmSource(s)? Link(s)? Anything? Bueller?Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 18:47 pmI have pointed out the adoration Cardinals experts have alluded to about Burleson's hitting ability. And who they would prefer batting in the clutch against outstanding RHP pitching. The doubters have called the experts shills for the organizations. But think about it, why don't they say those same distinct accolades for other players? Burleson is their preference, it seems.NYCardsFan wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 17:10 pmWe've gone over this before: In 2024 alone, Contreras, Donovan, and Herrera were all better hitters than Burleson vs. RHP. And career-wise, Burleson is not even close to being the best hitter on the current roster vs. RHP. Why do you keep repeating claims that you know aren't true? I don't know, Shady, sure seems like you might be operating in bad faith . . .
Anyway, who cares what Brad Thompson thinks? The numbers are the numbers.
So many questions...so few answers.
Hope & Pray...the Cardinal fan motto moving forward!mattmitchl44 wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 08:02 am How about we just hope that they all are productive and successful in 2025?
Johnny, looks like we are on a first name basis. I'm not trying to change anybody's opinion. I just really appreciate a hitting talent like Burleson. And, so do some very prominent baseball people that I've heard on tv. And I'm fine to converse on CT with even just a few respectful posters. I do feel sorry for all of posters with the rotten attitudes on this forum. Considering all the other really troubling things going on in the world. Cards Talk should not be a place to vent so much anger.JohnnyMO wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 21:39 pm Marshall - this is getting hard to watch. You are not changing any minds, you certainly aren’t making yourself look smarter than your detractors, and it’s gone from kind of funny to incredibly sad how obvious it is that at least 80% of the posters you say you enjoy conversing with are other accounts you own.
Thank you, Shady, once again. You are a voice of civility and reason on this board. I have finally seen the light on Alec Burleson. I just wonder if an 8 yr, 240 million deal to bypass his arb years would be enough. He is a generational talent and must be compensated as such. Please accept my apologies for being so wrongheaded about him. Some people say you have had sock handles, even racist ones, to agree with yourself but that is nonsense. They are simply other posters who like you who recognize unique talent. You are 100% correct. The problem is not with you but with all the people on multiple boards who believe you are a nuisance. Carry forth, good man!Shady wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 10:42 amJohnny, looks like we are on a first name basis. I'm not trying to change anybody's opinion. I just really appreciate a hitting talent like Burleson. And, so do some very prominent baseball people that I've heard. And I'm fine to converse with anybody respectful. Even if it's just a few. I do feel sorry for all of posters with the rotten attitudes on this forum. Considering all the other really troubling things going on in the world. Card Talk should not be a place to vent so much anger.JohnnyMO wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 21:39 pm Marshall - this is getting hard to watch. You are not changing any minds, you certainly aren’t making yourself look smarter than your detractors, and it’s gone from kind of funny to incredibly sad how obvious it is that at least 80% of the posters you say you enjoy conversing with are other accounts you own.
Good point. kyfan and Buttercup would agree. And Sanusual6. And Pure Vida. Anyone I am forgetting?Shady wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 16:18 pm The offseason has really been boring. But ST is not far away. Some intriguing stories will unfold. Walker's and Gorman's progress probably top the list. Next, for me, are some young starting pitchers. Namely McGreevy and Mathews. Also, how will Contreras be defensively at 1B? Will Winn continue on a path to superstardom? I also look forward to see if Herrera and Burleson can build on the progress they showed last season. ST can't come soon enough.
Actually, Saggese and Wetherholt should be added to the list of, possibly, intriguing stories in ST. Two outstanding young hitters. The Cardinals appear to be pretty set for a while at 3B, 2B and, obviously, at SS. If Arenado is dealt and Gorman gets it together at 3B. That would be fabulous for the near future. If not, I could see Wetherholt at 3B and Saggese at 2B for 4 or five seasons, at least.Shady wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 16:18 pm The offseason has really been boring. But ST is not far away. Some intriguing stories will unfold. Walker's and Gorman's progress probably top the list. Next, for me, are some young starting pitchers. Namely McGreevy and Mathews. Also, how will Contreras be defensively at 1B? Will Winn continue on a path to superstardom? I also look forward to see if Herrera and Burleson can build on the progress they showed last season. ST can't come soon enough.
Both would block the slow, one handed, less than average glove Burly.Both are better base runners. Welcome the upgrade .Shady wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 17:09 pmActually, Saggese and Wetherholt should be added to the list of, possibly, intriguing stories in ST. Two outstanding young hitters. The Cardinals appear to be pretty set for a while at 3B, 2B and, obviously, at SS. If Arenado is dealt and Gorman gets it together at 3B. That would be fabulous for the near future. If not, I could see Wetherholt at 3B and Saggese at 2B for 4 or five seasons, at least.Shady wrote: ↑01 Feb 2025 16:18 pm The offseason has really been boring. But ST is not far away. Some intriguing stories will unfold. Walker's and Gorman's progress probably top the list. Next, for me, are some young starting pitchers. Namely McGreevy and Mathews. Also, how will Contreras be defensively at 1B? Will Winn continue on a path to superstardom? I also look forward to see if Herrera and Burleson can build on the progress they showed last season. ST can't come soon enough.
ok whatever Me. ShadyPura Vida wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 17:09 pmWhat are you talking about? This is juvenile!Drewman+ wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 14:32 pmPure Vida always says that.Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 14:29 pmBecause I enjoy baseball discussion on topics that interest me. Especially, courteous responses. Any other questions?NYCardsFan wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 14:26 pmWhy do you even care?Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 14:20 pmThis thread was heading out of the front page. Gracias for the bump.Drewman+ wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 14:14 pmThat's really what Buttercup and Sanusual6 and Robert Shelton always say?Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 09:30 amThat's exactly my point. "it will be almost as important for Burleson to return to the All Star caliber production he had the first half of '24". It will be fascinating to see how all three produce in '25. Walker, Gorman and Burleson.Futuregm2 wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 09:24 amHe had 2 great months. 45 of his 78 RBI came in June and July. In the other 4 months he had RBI totals of 10, 8, 9, and 6. Gorman sucked last year and then got sent down and he actually had more 10+ RBI months (4) than Burleson (3).Shady wrote: ↑31 Jan 2025 09:19 am Obviously, it's imperative that Walker and Gorman demonstrate the lofty goals the Cardinals had/have for them. However, it will be almost as important for Burleson to return to the All Star caliber production he had the first half of '24. He was really good. How soon some forget that.
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Yep. Hasn’t been the case. Dude Is eating at the head tableAlex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑20 Apr 2025 12:14 pmNot staved enough. How I wish your prediction was correct.
It's his spot to lose, that's for sure.sikeston bulldog2 wrote: ↑20 Apr 2025 12:17 pmYep. Hasn’t been the case. Dude Is eating at the head tableAlex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑20 Apr 2025 12:14 pmNot staved enough. How I wish your prediction was correct.