Bonds: An unjust pursuit
July 26th, 2007
Barry Bonds is on the cusp of breaking the most revered, most hallowed record in all of sports. And outside of the hometown loyalists in San Francisco, a lot of sports fans couldn’t care less.
Oh, we see the obligatory stories about the chase for Hank Aaron in the media. We see ESPN break in to show every Bonds at-bat. We hear the talk show hosts discussing the situation on the radio.
But even baseball commissioner Bud Selig couldn’t make up his mind until recently about whether he’d be on hand when Bonds surpasses Hammerin’ Hank. The apathy shown by Selig, and by so many baseball fans, is indeed stunning.
Wow, that was good! I think it’s the best I’ve read on the topic. Thanks!
Sproul has an interesting analogy to describe our messed up view of justice and grace. I think there’s actually a video on YouTube of him using it.
Out of the park (so to speak), Tim. Great writing.
Well put, Tim.
Thanks, guys.
Tim, good article.
One question, though, why do you think the majority of African Americans do not take issue with Bonds’ illegitimate pursuit of a major record set during the heat of the civil rights struggle?
Thanks, Adam. Good question, and one for which I don’t know the answer.
Being an avid sports fan — as well as a committed follower of the Lord Jesus — I always enjoy reading your posts.
That said, your op/ed on the Barry Bonds’ pursuit of the career home run record, is one of the best things you have ever posted — both in terms of journalistic style and substantive content.
Keep up the good work!
Wow, thanks so much, Gary. I’m honored and humbled.