Can't forget him spinning out of the box extra quick or falling to the dirt harder than usual. He needs to be the special hitting coach, the one that recites TikTok batting tips from the dugout.
I had no idea Edmonds was getting hate. I agree with all of the negatives you pointed out and yet, I still think he’s the best analyst they have. Amid the long-winded meandering and I-just-got-a-text-froms, he does provide some useful insights about things like pitch sequencing and hitting mechanics. When it comes to actual analysis, he’s as good as anyone in any booth.
While Edmonds does annoy me at times, I simply cannot stand Brad Thompson. He’s clearly more polished and comfortable on-mic but he adds zero insight. Literally zero. His “analysis,” consisting of fake smiling, fake humility, and a fake TV voice, wore thin for me a long time ago. Around halfway through last season I started muting the broadcast when Thompson was on. I’ve tried, at times, to listen to him this season but I typically bail after a couple innings.
For all his faults, at least Edmonds seems authentic and has some potential. I’d much rather someone sit down with Edmonds to review the game tape and provide helpful feedback. I get the impression that no one has ever done that. I can still remember when Danny Mac started; he was horrendous. Now he’s one of the best. People can improve.
It’s a shame that my continued sanity requires muting half the broadcasts. Either “fix” Edmonds or just let McLaughlin go it alone (Vin Scully style). Just no more Brad Thompson, please.
MANG! The way you feel about Thompson is the way I feel about Edmonds. I do think they could coach them both a little and look for improvement, but I like what BT brings enough because it's still better than JE most nights. Ankiel doesn't get to do it that much but should, because he's best with Danny and can give insight of a hitter and pitcher. Truth is, I liked Edmonds 2-3 years ago when he first started. Then, it became all about him more and more. Let's fix Jim or promote Ankiel. Or let Walken do it with Danny Mac.
Also recall the flopping catches he would make going to the ground in a dive and lying there for 30 seconds like he was dead; an inspiration for soccer falls.
His whole life has been only about him; why would his broadcasting be any different?
I would rather listen to anyone besides Edmonds.
Can't forget him spinning out of the box extra quick or falling to the dirt harder than usual. He needs to be the special hitting coach, the one that recites TikTok batting tips from the dugout.
I had no idea Edmonds was getting hate. I agree with all of the negatives you pointed out and yet, I still think he’s the best analyst they have. Amid the long-winded meandering and I-just-got-a-text-froms, he does provide some useful insights about things like pitch sequencing and hitting mechanics. When it comes to actual analysis, he’s as good as anyone in any booth.
While Edmonds does annoy me at times, I simply cannot stand Brad Thompson. He’s clearly more polished and comfortable on-mic but he adds zero insight. Literally zero. His “analysis,” consisting of fake smiling, fake humility, and a fake TV voice, wore thin for me a long time ago. Around halfway through last season I started muting the broadcast when Thompson was on. I’ve tried, at times, to listen to him this season but I typically bail after a couple innings.
For all his faults, at least Edmonds seems authentic and has some potential. I’d much rather someone sit down with Edmonds to review the game tape and provide helpful feedback. I get the impression that no one has ever done that. I can still remember when Danny Mac started; he was horrendous. Now he’s one of the best. People can improve.
It’s a shame that my continued sanity requires muting half the broadcasts. Either “fix” Edmonds or just let McLaughlin go it alone (Vin Scully style). Just no more Brad Thompson, please.
MANG! The way you feel about Thompson is the way I feel about Edmonds. I do think they could coach them both a little and look for improvement, but I like what BT brings enough because it's still better than JE most nights. Ankiel doesn't get to do it that much but should, because he's best with Danny and can give insight of a hitter and pitcher. Truth is, I liked Edmonds 2-3 years ago when he first started. Then, it became all about him more and more. Let's fix Jim or promote Ankiel. Or let Walken do it with Danny Mac.
Also recall the flopping catches he would make going to the ground in a dive and lying there for 30 seconds like he was dead; an inspiration for soccer falls.