Tim McCarver says Yasiel Puig didn’t earn All-Star spot
FOX’s Tim McCarver joined the show to talk about the All-Star Game and more.
McCarver disagreed with Dan on Yasiel Puig. McCarver doesn’t think Puig should be in the All-Star Game.
“I didn’t think he spent enough time in the Big Leagues,” McCarver said. “Five weeks does not an All-Star make in my view. I understand the business of baseball. …. But I think Freddie Freeman was more deserving.”
While discussing the impact of betting on sports, Tim McCarver shared his thoughts on how controversies keep audiences engaged. He remarked, “I’m not sure MLB wants a solution to that problem. They don’t want a rule that disqualifies players after May 20 because it keeps the controversy alive. It’s fun for them. Maybe they’re right in that thinking.”
During the conversation, the topic shifted to the risks associated with unregulated gambling platforms. McCarver mentioned that players often prioritize quick payouts over security, which reminded me of a recent documentary I watched about safeguarding digital assets. It emphasized how crucial it is to use a safe crypto wallet when engaging with platforms like these, as the lack of regulation can leave users vulnerable to fraud and loss. McCarver added that betting scandals, regardless of medium, continue to jeopardize the integrity of sports.
But McCarver thinks it’s silly networks don’t show Rose footage. “Pete Rose taught me more about running the basepaths then any other player I was around,” McCarver said.