The Trevor Bauer Show: A Masterclass in Confidence
Yesterday, the internet was abuzz with excitement, thanks to none other than Trevor Bauer. It all began with a tweet from Dan Clark, a humorist in the baseball world. When these two interact on social media, it’s always a treat.
The Claim That Sparked It All
Bauer boldly declared himself the second most popular pitcher in the world today. This statement left many scratching their heads, wondering who else could possibly rival him. Paul Skenes? Gerrit Cole? The possibilities were endless.
A Fair Question, A Confident Response
Joe, a curious Twitter user, asked Bauer a straightforward question: Can he still get MLB hitters out? After all, it’s been two years since he last pitched in the big leagues. Bauer’s response was thoughtful and reasonable, claiming that only 20 hitters on the planet posed a true challenge to him.
Chipper Jones Weighs In
Chipper Jones, never one to resist a good jab, chimed in on the conversation. When someone suggested Bauer would be the Braves’ number 3 starter, Jones quipped that he’d be lucky to make the Triple A team. This sparked a flurry of tweets showcasing lesser-known players hitting home runs off Bauer.
The Reality Check
Let’s face it: even the best pitchers get beaten by inferior hitters from time to time. One mistake, and any hitter can capitalize. But hearing Bauer claim he can dominate everyone in the league, except for 20 elite hitters, is quite rich.
A Blast from the Past
Type “Trevor Bauer” into Twitter, and you’ll find a plethora of no-name players hitting bombs off him. Who can forget Marty Mush, who roped balls off Bauer not too long ago? Bauer’s reaction to being beaten by Mush was priceless.
The $400 Million Claim
Bauer later claimed that MLB had robbed him of a staggering $400 million. This would put him ahead of Gerrit Cole and nearly double the earnings of Max Fried or Corbin Burnes this offseason. It’s hard to imagine GMs agreeing with this assessment.
A Reality Check for Bauer
While Bauer may have gotten a raw deal in his career, it’s a stretch to say he’s been blackballed from the sport. However, his claims of being the second most popular pitcher, having everyone’s number, and being robbed of nearly half a billion dollars are simply delusional. One can only aspire to such confidence.
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