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9/6 Off-day GC
I wonder if the Cardinals had any indication that Perez would be this much of a headache before they traded him or if it's just worked out that way.
Chris Perez critical of management
"Perez had some harsh words about the Indians ownership and front office in a FoxSports.com story about the success of small-market clubs.
Perez's comments don't mark the first time he's made news with his mouth in 2012.
Earlier this season, Perez blasted fans for failing to show up when the Indians were in first place. Last month, Perez was caught on camera in a profanity-laced verbal exchange with a taunting fan of the Oakland Athletics. In June, Perez also said pitchers on every team who use pine tar and other substances to manipulate the ball."
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Id say they had some idea. I thought TLR and Duncan problem with him was that he didnt listen to there instruction. Also when the pine tarr statements were made, wasnt that directed at his ex-teamamtes in the Cardinals org?
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APIAD wrote:
Id say they had some idea. I thought TLR and Duncan problem with him was that he didnt listen to there instruction. Also when the pine tarr statements were made, wasnt that directed at his ex-teamamtes in the Cardinals org?
Julian Tavares was long gone before Perez arrived in St. Louis, right? I don't know of any pitcher who's played for the Cardinals since who has been accused of using pine tar.
It's risky to rely on my memory, but I recall LaRuncan soured on Perez because he didn't embrace the concept of the all-mighty 2-seamer as they had hoped. So they let the Indians pick either Motte or Perez in exchange for DeRosa. About a year ago, it looked like the Cardinals got swindled, but who's to say Perez would have flourished in St. Louis if they had continued to try to fit his square peg? The Indians ended up with a dominant closer and Motte ended up with a World Series ring, so it probably worked out for the best for everyone.
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Duncan was always higher on Motte than Perez, IIRC.
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Sometimes when you run your mouth it's refreshing. Other times, you're just being a dick. I think Perez has crossed over into the latter category.
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Tony spoiled him for all lesser managers.