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That was my first thought. Trout probably asked the Angels.
"Mom! Dad! Can the Eagles stay over tonight? Their parents said it was okay!"

The Astros beat the Red Sox, Yankees, and Dodgers on their way to a WS. The three worst fanbases in baseball. Not bad. 

That flag represents freedom. 

it moved 

Exhibiting very aggressive behavior.  It's as if he was on something.

Doesn't change the fact that Kershaw is the poster child for choking.

I was a racist before but after seeing the "protests" over the past year, I have decided to not be racist anymore.  They changed my mind

not what i said at all, and if thats all you got from it thats up to you.  But it tells me a lot that you went straight for the nazi line.  good luck with that 

That flag represents freedom. 

That flag represents freedom. 

and the right to be offended when someone does, it isnt like it ends at one persons protest. 

By the same token, someone who has seen people in other countries lose their rights and be punished simply for their statements or speech might also feel differently. 
We can agree to disagree. 

You are free to think that way.  
Seeing your father's coffin draped with that flag may make you feel different. 
Also, people are free to protest the flag. Never said they couldn't. Do I feel it is disrespectful to Veterans? Yes. Is that everyone's opinion? No. And thats okay too. 

That flag represents freedom. 

I consider myself someone who leans on the "left" side of the political spectrum, and support anyone's right to express their freedom of speech, but with that being said, I find kneeling or not being present during the National Anthem incredibly disrespectful, and I wish they would have found other ways to protest personally.
 
I remember going to SafeCo field to see the Angels play the Mariners this season, and I was walking around the stadium looking for my seat, passing all the hustle and bustle of Edgar Martinez jersey retirement night, and I remember the second the National Anthem started, everything went still and quiet, all hats were off, hands over hearts, even in "liberal" Seattle. Gives me chills just thinking about it.
 
I don't care about how or why the National Anthem started being played before sporting events, what I do care about is the fact that I feel it shows a certain respect for our Country, and those who have given their lives for it. This is my personal belief on the issue, and is not meant to win any kind of argument with someone who might disagree with me, as I would gladly give my life to protect their right to disagree with my opinions.

Ok, ill bite.
I avoid these topics on here as much as possible. Ive mentioned on here having MLB connections. If i ever said who and to what extent, no one would believe me (except chuck). One thing i have in common with these guys is that both what i do and what they do is routinely second guessed by the public...which by and large habe no idea what actually happens behind the scenes, nor do they habe any actual background in what we do. As such, as much as i like reading the smart things guys like @dochalo, @ettin etc say, i dont discuss that with them. Why? Its simple. As well addressed and intelligent as their posts are, they (no offense to doc, ettin and the rest, who i think are brilliant at analyzing baseball), they still are merely observers, with no background other than an amateurs opinion. Its why i wouldnt tell doc anything about medicine, or a woman how to handle her pregnancy.
So discussing my profession with anyone who doesnt have a rudimentary knowledge of what i do is best left alone, because it would take too long to explain week one of a 4th amendment class and the subsequent case law to every question. Much as when im having beers with someone we talk about on here, i dont tell him how he should approach his at bats.
 
 
The funny thing about this bullshit narrative of cops not wanting to turn in other cops is simple. You know who burns cops? Other cops. How did the whole rampart scandal unravel? Heres a hint, it didnt start with perez...the actual reality, contrary to popular myth, is that i dont want to lose my job or go to federal court...and my partners arent going to lead me there (and vice versa). So the idea we (as the majority) look the other way for some idiot, with the tradeoff being i lose my job, but hey...hes a brother. Bullshit.
Lumping all cops together is as retarded as lumping any other group. How much interaction do you believe different police agencies have with each other? Do you think there is some vast conspiracy where we all congregate and share our shady little deeds? Most cops, regardless of the movies, dont even hang out together after work...you think im gonna lose my job for people i dont even drink with?..
You mentioned in another post about accountability. Agreed. Next lets let BLM take some. Its 2017, almost 18, and were still saying the mike brown shooting was bad...fucking kidding me?
This problem will not be fixed until some things change. First and foremost, and as of yet ive never heard this discussed, the general population needs to become educated on what the law actually says about search and seizure, and use of force. The most overused term out there is "i know my rights". No, most people dont. 
 

Furthermore, the flag and what it stands for has ZERO bearing on the black lives matter movement. 
Protest or drive awareness on another venue, not for a representation of those who lost their lives fighting for our freedom. 
Lastly, STOP politicizing sports. 
/End Rant

Thanks ... now get the bleep out of here

Albert establishes a record with 95 RBIs in 16 different seasons. SIXTEEN not FIFTEEN.
Aaron was 15.

He likes opposable thumbs.

Damn, they've lost 9/10.  That's pretty terrible. 
And also wonderful. 

maybe this will help:

Hilarious how quickly you guys are calling for Phillips head after only two games. Figured this forum was more educated than Facebook and ESPN comments but I guess not.

I know... it has been two games. lol