[The Familia]

Originally Posted by savemedrzaius

"Throw a ball" Yeah, what a joke indeed. They are doing a little more than "throw a ball". It's not like these guys just magically are the best in the world at what they do. They've been working at it since they were kids. The stars deserve what the market is willing to pay them.

Do you watch the NHL? Any other pro sport? Then who are you to call fans "mindless"?

Really? They do more than throw a ball? Oh I forgot, they can catch and some of them can run. In the grand scheme of things, yes all he can do is throw a ball. What contributions to society does he make other than throw a ball? It is entertainment not brain surgery. Is Price skilled at throwing a ball? Yes. Did he work at that skill? Yes. Should he deserve $31 million a year to throw a ball? No! My gripe is about our society and "market" that allows these ridiculous contracts. You are only fueling and endorsing that market. The owners shouldn't make the money either. Pro athletes should not make more than a million a year. That is fair compensation in my mind. Everything from tickets to merchandise is overcharged. I watch and financially support the CFL because their athletes make reasonable wages. In fact they may be underpaid. I do not financially support any other league directly with the purchase of tickets or merchandise.