and his name is Scott Boras. There are a lot things in this world I really don't like, but not too many that I absolutely hate. But Scott Boras, now there's a guy I really hate. Currently, he has a client named Magglio Ordonez who, over the offseason, had TWO knee surgeries. One he had in Europe, so people wouldn't be able to find out what the problem is with his knee! Now, despite not working out the entire offseason and Boras refusing to let him work out for teams, the Detroit Tigers have offered him what is believed to be a 5-year, $55-$75 MILLION contract. $11-15 million a year for 5 years? For a guy that might not even be ready for Opening Day? For a guy that is a walking injury liability for the rest of his career? No thanks.

But here is the part that is really bad--talks with the Tigers have hit a "snag" because Boras will only accept a SEVEN YEAR DEAL. A SEVEN YEAR DEAL. Nomar Garciaparra had trouble with his ankle and wrist last year, played the majority of games, hit over .300, and got a 1-year, $6 million contract. He realized that he has a lot to prove this season, and was willing to do a one-year deal to do so. In Maggs, you've got a guy that may or may not even play the first month of the season, and could be hampered the rest of his career. And Boras has the nerve to act insulted with a 5-year deal. He should be kissing the collective feet of the Tigers. I do realize that this is not suprising in the slightest, but it does not mean that fans shouldn't be furious about it--in particular Tigers fans.

I hope this is all incorrect, and he accepts the reported (very generous) offer the Cubs made for 2 years. But, I highly doubt it. Here is the story out of Detroit:

http://www.detnews.com/2005/tigers/0502/02/E02-77519.htm