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alloverjr · 06-27-2012, 07:58 PM

Guilty of being an immature 3 year old maybe with the jawing, but really nothing there. With the build up I was reading before I saw the replay, you would have thought he drew back and landed an elbow into his jaw. I would be suprised if he gets any kind of fine/suspension out of that - at least from MLB (Brewers as an org may see it differently). Hey, let's see Chapman top THAT!

kaldaniels · 06-27-2012, 08:09 PM

Both guys were going after the ball which caused the contact. They were tangled for a bit and then Nyjer does shove the guy off with his glove. Not to harm, but more as a "get your paws off me" shove. Now I know Morgan's shove was uneccessary, but the fan kinda pinned Nyjer's glove in the bend of his arm for a second, hence the (harmless) jab a moment later. Simply the results of 2 young males coming into accidental physical contact going after a valuable (for different reasons) object. Hardly assault in my book...and I sure don't like the kneejerk thread title accusing a player of such.

Having said that I applaud the fan's actions and this only strengthens the case that Morgan is a punk.

RedsManRick · 06-27-2012, 08:36 PM

That was a shove out of frustration by a relatively immature guy. There was absolutely no intent (result) of harm. Maybe he gets a 1 game suspension or $10,000 fine or something on that magnitude as a slap on the wrist, but certainly nothing more than that.

REDblooded · 06-27-2012, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaldaniels

Both guys were going after the ball which caused the contact. They were tangled for a bit and then Nyjer does shove the guy off with his glove. Not to harm, but more as a "get your paws off me" shove. Now I know Morgan's shove was uneccessary, but the fan kinda pinned Nyjer's glove in the bend of his arm for a second, hence the (harmless) jab a moment later. Simply the results of 2 young males coming into accidental physical contact going after a valuable (for different reasons) object. Hardly assault in my book...and I sure don't like the kneejerk thread title accusing a player of such.

Having said that I applaud the fan's actions and this only strengthens the case that Morgan is a punk.

Pretty much spot-on...

Nyjer regressed to his true form (he's a b-word), but wasn't malicious in his physical behavior... The fan stood his ground appropriately.

Not a lot to see here, but there probably will be minor financial or sit-your-butt-on-the-bench'ial repercussions for Morgan.

Too bad the Cubs are so crappy. The Reds are on their way to developing heated rivalries with pretty much all of their Central opponents...

PuffyPig · 06-27-2012, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by powersackers

No lawsuit. That'd be frivilous. But filing assualt charges is not the same thing. There's no doubt getting hit in the face with a fist/glove intentionally with anger is assualt.

If Morgan is guilty of battery there would be nothing frivilous about a civil claim.

BTW, assualt is the threat of violence, not the violence itself.

REDblooded · 06-27-2012, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by PuffyPig

If Morgan is guilty of battery there would be nothing frivilous about a civil claim.

BTW, assualt is the threat of violence, not the violence itself.

Anybody wishing to file assault charges on this case needs to report to me immediately... And wish your family goodbye. I'm deporting you to Europe where you will be forced to become a full-fledged soccer fan...

Enjoy stoppage time and penalty kicks!

Edskin · 06-27-2012, 11:58 PM

When I HEARD this today I was thinking big time suspension---maybe even the rest of the year. When I SAW it, I think it's pretty tame. Looks to me like the fan sort of inadvertently gets tangled with his glove and Morgan just kind of pulls it back and gives him an unnecessary, but very minor shove along the way. It's weird because we all know a ball in the stands is fair game (although I can think of a guy wearing headphones at a Cubs game a few years back who may not agree

).

PuffyPig · 06-28-2012, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edskin

When I HEARD this today I was thinking big time suspension---maybe even the rest of the year. When I SAW it, I think it's pretty tame. Looks to me like the fan sort of inadvertently gets tangled with his glove and Morgan just kind of pulls it back and gives him an unnecessary, but very minor shove along the way. It's weird because we all know a ball in the stands is fair game (although I can think of a guy wearing headphones at a Cubs game a few years back who may not agree

).

Big difference when a Cubs fan prevents a Cubs player from catching the ball.

powersackers · 06-28-2012, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaldaniels

Both guys were going after the ball which caused the contact. They were tangled for a bit and then Nyjer does shove the guy off with his glove. Not to harm, but more as a "get your paws off me" shove. Now I know Morgan's shove was uneccessary, but the fan kinda pinned Nyjer's glove in the bend of his arm for a second, hence the (harmless) jab a moment later. Simply the results of 2 young males coming into accidental physical contact going after a valuable (for different reasons) object. Hardly assault in my book...and I sure don't like the kneejerk thread title accusing a player of such.

Having said that I applaud the fan's actions and this only strengthens the case that Morgan is a punk.

The knee jerk thread title is in reference to Adam Sanders movie Billy Madison.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUfGkEjuphE

Meant in jest. And I admitted to being sensitive to players not respecting the fans that pay them... sorry you don't like my thread title.

alexad · 06-28-2012, 01:09 AM

Sue Morgan. Go for it. Take it for what it is worth. The guy makes millions. Go for it. He is lucky the fan wasn't drunk or he may have jumped out of the stands and opened a Can of Whoop A...

alexad · 06-28-2012, 01:10 AM

I think the Brewers owe him am apology and a free trip to M-Walkee the next time the Reds are there. And an autographed baseball from Morgan.

kaldaniels · 06-28-2012, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powersackers

The knee jerk thread title is in reference to Adam Sanders movie Billy Madison.

That's assault brothaaa! - YouTube

Meant in jest. And I admitted to being sensitive to players not respecting the fans that pay them... sorry you don't like my thread title.

Fair enough. I'd just rather this thread be about what a punk Morgan is rather than a debate of whether it was legally assault.

Vottomatic · 06-28-2012, 11:05 AM

No wonder his nickname is Nyjerk Morgan.

Roy Tucker · 06-28-2012, 04:35 PM

Worthy of a technical foul, but that's about all.

camisadelgolf · 01-15-2013, 03:42 AM

This guy cracks me up. I hate to spread stupid stuff like this, but he's just amazing.
http://deadspin.com/5975967/nyjer-mo...witter-account

Quote:

Nyjer Morgan - T Dot@TheRealTPlush
I did something horrible today nation I cheated on my girlfriend I ruined her life and I will pay the price for this I loved her but was bad

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Nyjer Morgan - T Dot@TheRealTPlush
What's good nation? NEWS ALERT! My account was hacked! I'm in the process of changing all my info and starting a new account! AAAAHHHH!

06-27-2012, 07:58 PM	#31
alloverjr getting younger Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Valley of the Sun Posts: 1,161	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! Guilty of being an immature 3 year old maybe with the jawing, but really nothing there. With the build up I was reading before I saw the replay, you would have thought he drew back and landed an elbow into his jaw. I would be suprised if he gets any kind of fine/suspension out of that - at least from MLB (Brewers as an org may see it differently). Hey, let's see Chapman top THAT! __________________ Just have to tip your cap tonight...

06-27-2012, 08:09 PM	#32
kaldaniels Viva la Rolen Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 6,404	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! Both guys were going after the ball which caused the contact. They were tangled for a bit and then Nyjer does shove the guy off with his glove. Not to harm, but more as a "get your paws off me" shove. Now I know Morgan's shove was uneccessary, but the fan kinda pinned Nyjer's glove in the bend of his arm for a second, hence the (harmless) jab a moment later. Simply the results of 2 young males coming into accidental physical contact going after a valuable (for different reasons) object. Hardly assault in my book...and I sure don't like the kneejerk thread title accusing a player of such. Having said that I applaud the fan's actions and this only strengthens the case that Morgan is a punk. Last edited by kaldaniels; 06-27-2012 at 08:13 PM.

06-27-2012, 08:36 PM	#33
RedsManRick Stat Wanker Hodiernus Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 14,987	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! That was a shove out of frustration by a relatively immature guy. There was absolutely no intent (result) of harm. Maybe he gets a 1 game suspension or $10,000 fine or something on that magnitude as a slap on the wrist, but certainly nothing more than that. __________________ Games are won on run differential -- scoring more than your opponent. Runs are runs, scored or prevented they all count the same. Worry about scoring more and allowing fewer, not which positions contribute to which side of the equation or how "consistent" you are at your current level of performance. Last edited by RedsManRick; 06-27-2012 at 08:43 PM.

06-27-2012, 11:58 PM	#37
Edskin Worth The Wait Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 4,123	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! When I HEARD this today I was thinking big time suspension---maybe even the rest of the year. When I SAW it, I think it's pretty tame. Looks to me like the fan sort of inadvertently gets tangled with his glove and Morgan just kind of pulls it back and gives him an unnecessary, but very minor shove along the way. It's weird because we all know a ball in the stands is fair game (although I can think of a guy wearing headphones at a Cubs game a few years back who may not agree ).

06-28-2012, 01:09 AM	#40
alexad HS Athletic Director Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Cleves, Ohio Posts: 1,171	Sue Morgan. Go for it. Take it for what it is worth. The guy makes millions. Go for it. He is lucky the fan wasn't drunk or he may have jumped out of the stands and opened a Can of Whoop A... __________________ Taylor High School Home of the "Yellowjackets"

06-28-2012, 01:10 AM	#41
alexad HS Athletic Director Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Cleves, Ohio Posts: 1,171	I think the Brewers owe him am apology and a free trip to M-Walkee the next time the Reds are there. And an autographed baseball from Morgan. __________________ Taylor High School Home of the "Yellowjackets"

06-28-2012, 11:05 AM	#43
Vottomatic All work and no play..... Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Lebanon Posts: 6,976	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! No wonder his nickname is Nyjerk Morgan. __________________ "I can't take this homerism anymore." - 10xWSChamps, August 11, 2010. A Cardinals fan having a problem with all the homerism on Redszone. Classic. "Man do I miss the days where were didn't need a calculator and an encyclopedia of baseball metrics to enjoy a baseball game ... - MikeS21" - 8/2/12 game thread

06-28-2012, 04:35 PM	#44
Roy Tucker Be the ball Join Date: May 2001 Location: Mason, OH Posts: 11,189	Re: Nyjer Morgan - that's Assault brother! Worthy of a technical foul, but that's about all. __________________ The motel of lost companions Waits with heated pool and bar

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