Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team - RedsZone.com - Cincinnati Reds Fans' Home for Baseball Discussion

savafan · 11-14-2007, 02:50 AM

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21773386/

WASHINGTON, Pa. - Barry Bonds has a public offer on the free-agent market — from the independent Washington Wild Things, who play not far from where Bonds began his major league career in Pittsburgh.

Of course, a pay cut is involved.

Bonds, who made about $16 million last season for the Giants, would have to settle for the independent Frontier League’s maximum salary of $1,200 per month.

There are extras, though: The Wild Things are offering a 50-50 share on merchandise sales and a pledge to find a host family for Bonds so he doesn’t have to rent an apartment in this southwestern Pennsylvania city.

On the road, Bonds would get a king-sized single room, a major perk on the minor league level.

“Many of the great ones eventually return to where their careers began,” general manager Ross Vecchio said Tuesday. “Babe Ruth began his career with the Red Sox and then finished it with the Boston Braves. Willie Mays started with the New York Giants and finished with the Mets. Hank Aaron began and ended his career in Milwaukee.”

Bonds can make more money by reaching incentives for breaking the Frontier League’s single-season records for home runs (35), RBIs (100) and walks (85).

Washington offers Bonds a route back to the majors, Vecchio said, with 17 former Wild Things players moving on to affiliated minor league teams since the franchise began play in 2002.

“This contract gives Barry the opportunity to play once again in western Pennsylvania as he continues his career,” Vecchio said.

The Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens recently sent Alex Rodriguez a contract offer that included incentives if he hits 75 home runs for them next season.

WMR · 11-14-2007, 02:52 AM

sonny · 11-14-2007, 02:56 AM

he should take it. Colud be the best offer he gets.

cumberlandreds · 11-14-2007, 07:57 AM

That might be the only offer he gets. Wouldn't that be a hoot!

redsmetz · 11-14-2007, 08:25 AM

I like these minor league clubs taking the opportunity for some publicity. It highlights the fun element of their product and the press can't hurt.

I've driven by this ballpark a few times when my daughter was living in DC. It's right by whatever interstate we were on (I'm thinking I-70, but you jump so many interstates on that trek through PA, WV, MD, PA, MD, etc etc etc).

Heath · 11-14-2007, 09:04 AM

Nice.

RedsManRick · 11-14-2007, 09:28 AM

I could almost see him taking it just as a way of thumbing his nose at the establishment.

westofyou · 11-14-2007, 09:45 AM

If it was 1932 he would be barnstorming with the House of David.

MrCinatit · 11-14-2007, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by westofyou

If it was 1932 he would be barnstorming with the House of David.

Wouldn't the 'roids affect the growth of his facial hair?

westofyou · 11-14-2007, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by MrCinatit

Wouldn't the 'roids affect the growth of his facial hair?

By the early 30's the HOD no longer sported facial hair across thye board.

Reds hurler Biff Wysong pitched for the HOD as well as did Grover Cleveland Alexander and Sachel Paige

harangatang · 11-14-2007, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by redsmetz

I like these minor league clubs taking the opportunity for some publicity. It highlights the fun element of their product and the press can't hurt.

As crazy as it sounds I wouldn't mind seeing the Reds get in on some of these A-Rod/Bonds discussions. I'm not saying the Reds should sign either guy (no way to Bonds) but it would at least show that management at least appears to willing to sign a big free agent.

KronoRed · 11-14-2007, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by harangatang

As crazy as it sounds I wouldn't mind seeing the Reds get in on some of these A-Rod/Bonds discussions. I'm not saying the Reds should sign either guy (no way to Bonds) but it would at least show that management at least appears to willing to sign a big free agent.

I'd be afraid Bonds would sign

WMR · 11-14-2007, 02:32 PM

Move Griffey back to CF.

Dunn - Griffey - Bonds

Now THAT would be an OF defense.

CaiGuy · 11-14-2007, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by WilyMoROCKS

Move Griffey back to CF.

Dunn - Griffey - Bonds

Now THAT would be an OF defense.

Sign Sosa for RF.

Bonds
Sosa
Griffey

The all time career homerun OF.

WMR · 11-14-2007, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by CaiGuy

Sign Sosa for RF.

Bonds
Sosa
Griffey

The all time career homerun OF.

Move Dunner to 1B.

BEST BEER LEAGUE TEAM EVER!

11-14-2007, 02:50 AM	#1
savafan Maple SERP Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 17,485	Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21773386/ WASHINGTON, Pa. - Barry Bonds has a public offer on the free-agent market — from the independent Washington Wild Things, who play not far from where Bonds began his major league career in Pittsburgh. Of course, a pay cut is involved. Bonds, who made about $16 million last season for the Giants, would have to settle for the independent Frontier League’s maximum salary of $1,200 per month. There are extras, though: The Wild Things are offering a 50-50 share on merchandise sales and a pledge to find a host family for Bonds so he doesn’t have to rent an apartment in this southwestern Pennsylvania city. On the road, Bonds would get a king-sized single room, a major perk on the minor league level. “Many of the great ones eventually return to where their careers began,” general manager Ross Vecchio said Tuesday. “Babe Ruth began his career with the Red Sox and then finished it with the Boston Braves. Willie Mays started with the New York Giants and finished with the Mets. Hank Aaron began and ended his career in Milwaukee.” Bonds can make more money by reaching incentives for breaking the Frontier League’s single-season records for home runs (35), RBIs (100) and walks (85). Washington offers Bonds a route back to the majors, Vecchio said, with 17 former Wild Things players moving on to affiliated minor league teams since the franchise began play in 2002. “This contract gives Barry the opportunity to play once again in western Pennsylvania as he continues his career,” Vecchio said. The Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens recently sent Alex Rodriguez a contract offer that included incentives if he hits 75 home runs for them next season. __________________ This is the Cal Ripkin Jr. of typos. If you ask me to join your fantasy baseball league and I select Legolas in the first round, don't be angry at me. It's not my fault I've read up on the players and you haven't.

11-14-2007, 02:56 AM	#3
sonny You're being very UnDude. Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,575	Re: Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team he should take it. Colud be the best offer he gets. __________________ Witty signature.

11-14-2007, 07:57 AM	#4
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11-14-2007, 08:25 AM	#5
redsmetz Redsmetz Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Winton Place Posts: 10,455	Re: Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team I like these minor league clubs taking the opportunity for some publicity. It highlights the fun element of their product and the press can't hurt. I've driven by this ballpark a few times when my daughter was living in DC. It's right by whatever interstate we were on (I'm thinking I-70, but you jump so many interstates on that trek through PA, WV, MD, PA, MD, etc etc etc). __________________ “In the same way that a baseball season never really begins, it never really ends either.” - Lonnie Wheeler, "Bleachers, A Summer in Wrigley Field" The Baseball Emporium - Books & Things, that's Rallyonion.com The Baseball Bookstore http://tsc-sales.com/ http://tscsales.blogspot.com/ http://silverscreenbooks.com/

11-14-2007, 09:04 AM	#6
Heath This one's for you Edd Join Date: May 2005 Location: Dayton Area Posts: 8,471	Re: Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team Nice. __________________ Some people play baseball. Baseball plays Jay Bruce.

11-14-2007, 09:28 AM	#7
RedsManRick Stat Wanker Hodiernus Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 14,919	Re: Bonds gets offer, from minor-league team I could almost see him taking it just as a way of thumbing his nose at the establishment. __________________ 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.

11-14-2007, 09:45 AM	#8
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