MLB Free Agents 2012: Judging Reactions to the Jonathan Papelbon Signing

Unlike most of Ruben Amaro’s big moves over the last couple of years, the recent acquisition of closer Jonathan Papelbon for $50 million, instead of Ryan Madson, seems closer to split evenly between two sides. In addition there’s also a less populated third side, which was to forgo both relievers and instead use the money to fill other holes and go with a cheaper closer option. 

In this deal, I believe you can legitimize arguments on any of the sides. The problem is, few do that. Instead, they opt for either using factually wrong information, personal emotions or tired cliches that hold no merit or proof. It’s when people use these types of arguments that really irks me.

This article is a collection of such examples, followed by a more in-depth review of my opinion.

Note: All comments from reactions by Phillies Nation readers.

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