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Fri Oct 16, 2009 8:42 am EDT

Myers upset with the Phillies

By Mark Miller

“BrettWhen the season started, Brett Myers(notes) was the Opening Day starter and the highest-paid pitcher on the Philadelphia Phillies' roster. Heck, his $12 million salary was more than Chase Utley(notes) was getting. Now he's not on the roster for the National League Championship Series and he's upset about it, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.

He had hip surgery back in early June and wasn't expected to return this season at all but he worked pretty hard to get back. Phillies fans were hoping his arrival would help solve the team's massive bullpen problems at the time. Instead, the 29-year-old had a 6.43 ERA in eight games. He followed that up with pitching 2/3s of an inning in the Colorado series and issuing two walks in the process.

Now it's not even clear if Myers will be back with the Phillies next year. Manager Charlie Manuel says he sees Myers as being in spring training right now. And unfortunately for him, the rest of the team is much further down the path right about now.

Source: Philadelphia InquirerNew Window

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  1. Artist formerly known as Evil Empire!
    1. Posted by Artist formerly known as Evil Empire! Fri Oct 16, 2009 8:53 am EDT

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    No reason to get upset Myers.
  2. str A's hooter
    2. Posted by str A's hooter Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:07 am EDT

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    Brett Myers worked hard, but is not up to snuff. He wasn't expected back so soon. He tried but fell short. Good luck next year, Brett.
  3. Joe B
    3. Posted by Joe B Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:23 am EDT

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    He was upset about being left off the NLCS roster? Really? That isn't the Brett Myers I know..He's usually a level headed Professional.....
    Honestly?Is this really shocking to anyone?Did these journalists think he'd say "ho hum,no big deal,I worked extremely hard to get back to the roster and they'd rather have Eric Bruntlett to run."?
  4. philsphanwest
    4. Posted by philsphanwest Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:23 am EDT

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    I understand his frustration. He worked incredibly hard to get back in time for the post-season. Having said that, it is a team game and the 25 guys best equipped to help the team win are on the post-season roster. End of story. From time to time, Brett seems to forget that baseball is a team game, and not all about him. I do not expect him to be back, and wonder where he ends up in FA.
  5. Bill
    5. Posted by Bill Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:30 am EDT

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    his wife better run and hide
  6. Artist formerly known as Evil Empire!
    6. Posted by Artist formerly known as Evil Empire! Fri Oct 16, 2009 9:42 am EDT

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    Morning PPW - Sorry i never got back to you on the Rudy J situation. Word is he was wanting a raise but the sale of the Rangers limited their funds. I think he would be a canidate for Houston's managerial job for sure but word is the Cubs are going to be after him hard as their hitting coach after 10/31 when his contract expires.
  7. Daniel V
    7. Posted by Daniel V Fri Oct 16, 2009 10:05 am EDT

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    I think it's a combo of how bad he was pitching since coming back from the surgery and the emergence of Pedro Martinez as a go to guy for the rotation. Bottom line, when healthy and has his stuff going for him, Pedro is a better pitching option than Myers, and if Myers can't come to terms with that and wants to cry in the corner like some spoiled brat instead of being a good teammate, that's his problem, and the Phils don't need b.s. drama queen stuff like this when they are trying to get back to the World Series. I bet he has a smile on his face when he cashes that big paycheck though.
  8. philsphanwest
    8. Posted by philsphanwest Fri Oct 16, 2009 10:30 am EDT

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    Artist #6: Thanks. The article I read said the Rangers offered him a "small raise," but he's already the highest paid batting coach in baseball, so I think it is fair to say it probably didn't come down to just money. My guess, totally as an outsider, is he wants to manage, maybe thought he'd get his shot before Ron Washington was hired, and with Washington now firmly entrenched in Texas, and several managerial jobs open, this seemed like the time to make the leap. Just my $0.02.
  9. Artist formerly known as Evil Empire!
    9. Posted by Artist formerly known as Evil Empire! Fri Oct 16, 2009 10:49 am EDT

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    PPW - no doubt he wants to move up. i just dont know if he has anyone to hook him up when there are other qualified coaches out there to fill spots over an inexperienced one. His best shot is Texas b/c of the 15 yrs of service but you are right Washington might stick there longer than i would have imagined. Pretty impressive that he might make 750k to 1 mil to be a batting coach next season. More money than some of the managers out there so its a win win for him to opt out now while the dremand for his services is high
  10. Lenny D
    10. Posted by Lenny D Fri Oct 16, 2009 10:54 am EDT

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    Cash your checks and shut up you cry baby!!
  11. philsphanwest
    11. Posted by philsphanwest Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:12 am EDT

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    Artist #9: I totally agree. Are you surprised that Manny Acta seems to be in demand? I sure am. I thought Acta had his team unprepared to play on an alarmingly frequent basis. I think he is as bad a MLB manager as I have ever seen.
    I like Ron Washington a lot. He might get the nod for AL Manager of the Year. That could be a close vote, as Don Wakamatsu, Ron Gardenhire, Joe Girardi, and Mike Soscia all had great years.
  12. philsphanwest
    12. Posted by philsphanwest Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:14 am EDT

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    I stand corrected. I forgot about Ned Yost. He did less with more. He's at least in Manny Acta's league.
  13. Anthony P
    13. Posted by Anthony P Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:48 am EDT

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    hes just pissed more because this was his contract year and he really has no choice but to resign for less then his current $12 million
  14. Joseph S
    14. Posted by Joseph S Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:53 am EDT

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    Philsphanwest, do you remeber how mad you got at me for saynig Jason Macdonald was not going to be the Phillies thirdbaseman, and would likely be dealt?
  15. philsphanwest
    15. Posted by philsphanwest Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:58 am EDT

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    Joseph S #14: Who is Jason Macdonald?
  16. dagoldeneagle
    16. Posted by dagoldeneagle Fri Oct 16, 2009 12:58 pm EDT

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    brett myers seems to be balding.
  17. Scott
    17. Posted by Scott Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:15 pm EDT

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    Hey Brett,
    "Boom, ...outta here!"
    http://www.theklowntimes.net
  18. Scott
    18. Posted by Scott Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:15 pm EDT

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    Hey Brett,
    "Boom, ...outta here!"
    http://www.theklowntimes.net
  19. The Legend
    19. Posted by The Legend Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:24 pm EDT

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    Tough break for Brett. He worked so hard to get back. They could have put him on instead of Bruntlett and his .170 average, but the brass thought they needed another hitter (or pinch runner) instead of a pitcher. Hopefully he gets past this, re-signs, and can still contribute next year. Doubtful tho.
    His whole ugly domestic incident aside (which I realize is a big incident), the guy has said and done all the right things for the organization over the years. I'd hate to see him leave the club on a sour note, but hearts are for your family. Brains and balls are for business and this is business.
  20. legend
    20. Posted by legend Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:37 pm EDT

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    dumb [profane] took out park after one inning--------after shutting down the side .guess it was time for madson -lidge again-it worked so well...LAST YEAR !!!!! again we win in spite of him- nice try chalrie moron.....
  21. GAC 3
    21. Posted by GAC 3 Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:45 pm EDT

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    its a round world!
  22. Ryan
    22. Posted by Ryan Fri Oct 16, 2009 1:46 pm EDT

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    Of course he would be upset about being left off the roster, i know i would i be but also cant blame them for leaving him off he hasn't had any great outings the past couple times he has gone out.
  23. LB
    23. Posted by LB Fri Oct 16, 2009 2:11 pm EDT

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    Brett's gone next year, they can't afford him and the rest of the roid heads anymore.
  24. chuckelheads
    24. Posted by chuckelheads Fri Oct 16, 2009 2:23 pm EDT

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    The dude shows up with a black eye and lies to the team about it.
    This after his wife beating episode.
    Not smart when your contracts up and your hurt.
    Good luck to you Brett....
  25. Ryan
    25. Posted by Ryan Fri Oct 16, 2009 3:57 pm EDT

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    must be waiving his fist at his wife in that picture

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