tsj mailbag #03
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Rafael Palmeiro a hall of famer? -- Danny, Portland
Yes. It's hard to believe just how phenomenal a career Palmeiro has had, because of his less than boisterous personality (besides viagra). The fact is he's going to be 41 this September yet he's a big contributor on a contending team and may end up with 30 HR and 100 RBI by the end of the season. He's on the cusp of having 3,000 hits for his career (which he should get not long after the all star break) and should he stay healthy he could hit the 600 HR mark sometime next season. 3,000 hits & 600 HR have only been done by Aaron & Mays. To be in that exclusive category would guarantee a hall of fame bid.
Thoughts on Michelle Wie's constant participation in PGA events? -- Vince, Detroit
Well it hasn't been a constant but certainly she's particpated in more Men golfing events than any other female. Do I think it's a good thing? Not necessarily, I believe that the best thing for any golfer is to learn to win and I think the Wies should have followed the path of what Tiger did, dominating the amatuer ranks before making the leap. She should focus on winning over her peers, and then trying her hand at the LPGA and challenging Annika. I think a rivalry like that would help that sport out even more, and once she's established herself and won, then she should try to make the cut of mens events if she wants to. Untill that point I really don't see the point.
Is Hockey coming back? -- Ryan, New Jersey
I certainly hope so. Rumors seem to be flying off the handle that the NHLPA and owners are nearing a deal and it would make sense for both parties to get a deal done. Losing last season was a terrible blow for the sport and the players seemed to have been misinformed on how reselient the owners were going to be (some rumors that owners lost less money not playing hockey) and now when they do agree to a deal it will be for much less than they wanted.
Rafael Palmeiro a hall of famer? -- Danny, Portland
Yes. It's hard to believe just how phenomenal a career Palmeiro has had, because of his less than boisterous personality (besides viagra). The fact is he's going to be 41 this September yet he's a big contributor on a contending team and may end up with 30 HR and 100 RBI by the end of the season. He's on the cusp of having 3,000 hits for his career (which he should get not long after the all star break) and should he stay healthy he could hit the 600 HR mark sometime next season. 3,000 hits & 600 HR have only been done by Aaron & Mays. To be in that exclusive category would guarantee a hall of fame bid.
Thoughts on Michelle Wie's constant participation in PGA events? -- Vince, Detroit
Well it hasn't been a constant but certainly she's particpated in more Men golfing events than any other female. Do I think it's a good thing? Not necessarily, I believe that the best thing for any golfer is to learn to win and I think the Wies should have followed the path of what Tiger did, dominating the amatuer ranks before making the leap. She should focus on winning over her peers, and then trying her hand at the LPGA and challenging Annika. I think a rivalry like that would help that sport out even more, and once she's established herself and won, then she should try to make the cut of mens events if she wants to. Untill that point I really don't see the point.
Is Hockey coming back? -- Ryan, New Jersey
I certainly hope so. Rumors seem to be flying off the handle that the NHLPA and owners are nearing a deal and it would make sense for both parties to get a deal done. Losing last season was a terrible blow for the sport and the players seemed to have been misinformed on how reselient the owners were going to be (some rumors that owners lost less money not playing hockey) and now when they do agree to a deal it will be for much less than they wanted.
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