Brian McCann -- It's been a big year for Baby. He got married in the off-season. Was named to the All-Star team again. Got his first major-league concussion. Had what appeared to be a falling-out with his BFF, but made new friends easily and seemed to patch things up with BFF by the end of the year. Bless his heart, I love him to death, but if I keep hearing these off-the-field stories about him I'm going to have to coo over someone new! Still, I'll miss his beautiful face (and hair) in the off-season.
Corky Miller -- I didn't like Corky for the longest time. I didn't feel he was Baby's competition, exactly, but I didn't think he should have made the team out of spring training over Clint or Brayan or even Javy. His teammates sure seem to like having him around, so maybe a haircut would make the ladies look twice? (Bonus points for actually getting on base once in a while!)
Brayan Pena -- Yunie's BFF was sent packing too soon. Cuddly, lovable catchers should always stay around! I was sad to see him go.
Clint Sammons -- Cling! He has the air of a cocky former jock but in interviews, he doesn't come off that way at all. He's not quite proven to be starter-quality, but I still adore him. I think it's because he's so touchy-feely! If you thought Baby was handsy, watch out for Clint!
Ah, catchers. My favorite. XOXO, guys.
By CABravesFan September 30, 2008 - 6:23 pm
I know i said 5 months without my Huddy was a long time…but only because I have yet to come to terms with the fact that I will not see this group (ok- one member in particular is all i really care about:0) for so long…I hurt inside
By Leah September 30, 2008 - 6:26 pm
What are these off-the-field stories of Mac that you keep hearing about? Do please share. ;)
By Chop-chick September 30, 2008 - 7:03 pm
Yeah, what leah said! Tell tell!!
By Lauren T. September 30, 2008 - 7:14 pm
If they were publishable, or came from a reliable source who was willing to be cited, I would definitely publish them. For now, they're just hearsay, and I don't feel comfortable sharing.
I will say that when I met Baby a couple of years ago he was funny and cuddly and humble and adorable. But when I saw him last off-season… let's just say he dropped off the "love" list and was in time-out until a couple of weeks into Spring Training. His actions were not gentlemanly — but then, who's are after so many drinks?
By Leah September 30, 2008 - 8:29 pm
I kinda think I know a little bit about what you're referring to, may be wrong. Let's keep thinking good thoughts about Mac and maybe they'll prove to be false.
By slappywhite October 1, 2008 - 12:53 am
Bald, bad boy… he still makes me smile.
By CABravesFan October 1, 2008 - 12:59 am
Mac's got a bad boy side, huh? That I would love to see:)
By flbravesgirl October 1, 2008 - 4:15 am
That's depressing. I'd like to believe that he's as sweet & lovable as he appears.
By slappywhite October 1, 2008 - 9:11 pm
I'm sure he is lovable.