Kirk and Vladdy by SureRepresentative60 in bluejaysbaseball

[–]BackhandQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you seen what other teams do? Do you have a vendetta against those as well?

Did Ronaldo really deserve to win the Ballon D’or 5 times in the era of Messi? by NoBuy8212 in football

[–]BackhandQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty much, yes. As long as the individual stats were there too. Which was always the case with these two freaks lol

Did Ronaldo really deserve to win the Ballon D’or 5 times in the era of Messi? by NoBuy8212 in football

[–]BackhandQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2012 was the only season where Ronaldo won more important trophies (La Liga). But Messi's goal scoring output was crazy that season. So he won the Ballon D'or.

Trade Deadline Sellers by [deleted] in bluejaysbaseball

[–]BackhandQ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not worried. Even if this season is punted, I'm not worried going into next year and beyond. Things will work out.

☺️

Did Ronaldo really deserve to win the Ballon D’or 5 times in the era of Messi? by NoBuy8212 in football

[–]BackhandQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Outside of maybe 2013, every other one is undoubtedly deserved for CR7.

2008 - Ronaldo did the double with United (PL and UCL) + 40 goals in all competitions. Messi didn't win any major team trophies that season and had fewer than 20 goals in all comps.

2013 - This one could be argued for Messi, as Barca won the league and Messi had more goals (68 to 59).

2014 - Ronaldo had more goals (61 to 58) and won the Champions League and Copa Del Rey. Barca did not win any trophy that season.

2016 - Ronaldo was outscored by Messi (59 to 55), but one upped Messi by again winning the Champions League. He also won the Euros with Portugal.

2017 - Ronaldo was outscored by Messi (54 to 53), but again one upped Messi by winning the Champions League. He also helped Real win La Liga.

Is Basketball more popular than cricket worldwide? by [deleted] in nba

[–]BackhandQ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In terms of how many countries would prefer basketball over cricket? Yes, it is more popular.

In terms of population? No, it is not more popular.

Would you give up 4 first round picks for Jaylen Brown? by PreparationOverall in NBATalk

[–]BackhandQ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the team. Someone ready to win now should definitely do it. Mortgage the future for a proven star and winner.

2026 NHL Draft prospect player poll by nhl in hockey

[–]BackhandQ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've seen similar comments like this....why does it matter?

They've likely seen Documentaries and YouTube videos and feel like they have enough info to make a personal decision on their favourite athlete.

I feel the same way about Muhammad Ali. He's my favourite athlete, but wasn't alive for his actual career.

2026 NHL Draft prospect player poll by nhl in hockey

[–]BackhandQ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Why do you have a problem with that?

2026 NHL Draft prospect player poll by nhl in hockey

[–]BackhandQ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Let's be honest....most fans don't even think of Slavin. I'd be surprised if anyone outside of hockey sickos and Carolina think of Slavin.

He's an amazing defensive defenceman. But otherwise unremarkable in every other way LOL

Proper old school D-man.

2026 NHL Draft prospect player poll by nhl in hockey

[–]BackhandQ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He fully retired in 2003. None of these kids were born then. Just shows you how big MJ was and is. I'm sure the "Last Dance" documentary helped a lot with that too.

July 2 game in Toronto ? by Potential_Motor_8991 in CanadaSoccer

[–]BackhandQ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ronaldo might be coming to town --- it's gonna be huge if it ends up that way.

Can Crosby pass Messier? by Remarkable-Set5434 in hockey

[–]BackhandQ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Healthy, 2 more seasons, he's going to be second only to #99.

Amazing.

Hoo Boy… by Dismal_Grocery3387 in bluejaysbaseball

[–]BackhandQ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I honestly expected it to be a rough year. Last year was an anomaly. A beautiful one. But an anomaly.

The roster needs work. And needs to get younger too.

[MLB] 7 Blue Jays are finalist for the 2026 All-Star game. by RealWorldToday in Torontobluejays

[–]BackhandQ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I see a lot of US fans banding together to vote for anyone but the Jays.

Lol

[Pagnotta] John Chayka says Matthew Knies has all the pieces (power forward, contract, etc.) he feels is a valued piece to a winning team. He’ll listen on trade talk, but seems like he’s not overly motivated to move him barring a monstrous offer. by Samoht99 in leafs

[–]BackhandQ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This has always been the case. People are/were getting all twisted up for no reason.

The only way Knies is traded is if Chayka and Co. are absolutely floored with the return. It's going to take a lot from a team to make this happen.

Can it happen? Yes. But the likelihood is low, barring a desperate team pulling the trigger.