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I am in no way exaggerating when I state that Backe might be the worst staring pitcher in baseball. Frankly, I'm unsure how the Astros decided it was wise to tender him. Since 2004, Backe has been worth exactly 1 win. That's with 400+ innings of starting. Last three years: -0.5 wins.

Career worth: ~1.9 million.
2009 salary: ~1.5 million.

Heavens.

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tommy john is a bitch.

his girlfriend is probably good for morale. i’d say she’s worth at least $137K to the club.

I never thought this day would ever happen. I won't have to worry about putting gas in my car. I won't have to worry about paying my mortgage.

by larry on Jan 20, 2009 6:14 PM EST reply actions  

but if you listen to brandon backe

he’s the best pitcher out there.

I'll be the one overrating these Faberge' eggs, thank you very much!
Future Redbirds / PAH9

by erik on Jan 20, 2009 10:40 PM EST reply actions  

one probably should have a degree of confidence in oneself, no?

I never thought this day would ever happen. I won't have to worry about putting gas in my car. I won't have to worry about paying my mortgage.

by larry on Jan 20, 2009 11:20 PM EST up reply actions  

Not if one is Brandon Backe

Many years from now, when his name's recalled
Everyone will say, "He should have passed the ball"
-- Al Stewart, "Football Hero"

by PaulThomas on Jan 21, 2009 7:10 PM EST up reply actions  

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