OK, so the news that
Red Sox agree to deal with Adrian Beltre is encouraging for fans of the Olde Towne Team. Beltre is a good ballplayer by modern standards. He's had some very good years, including Golden Glove awards.
Still, $9 million a year for a lifetime .270 hitter?
Yes, I know that they played in different eras and all that. Nevertheless, let's take a look at Beltre's stats along with those of Ted Williams and Willie Mays. They ask yourself how much you'd have to pay The Kid or the Say Hey Kid. You'd probably need at least one extra zero.
via Adrian Beltre Stats, Bio, Photos, Highlights | MLB.com: Team
via Ted Williams Stats, Bio, Photos, Highlights | MLB.com: Team
via Willie Mays Stats, Bio, Photos, Highlights | MLB.com: Team
And, by the way, here's the salary range for a Paramedic in the Worcester area.
via Paramedic - Worcester, MA 01608
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