- Fri Jan 17, 2025 10:21 am
#4060
Daniel Bard aiming for an improbable MLB comeback at 40: Can he defy the odds again?
Daniel Bard’s journey has been a rollercoaster. From promising Red Sox prospect to struggling starter, a seven-year hiatus, an inspiring comeback, and now, another comeback attempt after surgery and a rough WBC outing. At nearly 40, is this a realistic goal or a sentimental long shot? His 2022 season was impressive, but can he recapture that magic after injury and age-related decline? What team would take a chance on him, and in what role? Is this a testament to his perseverance or a sign he should hang up the cleats? Share your thoughts and predictions.
This situation also raises broader questions. How much do we value late-career comebacks in sports? Do they inspire or set unrealistic expectations? At what point does chasing the dream become detrimental? Is there a difference between a veteran trying to prove something and a younger player trying to establish themselves? Let’s discuss the complexities of age, resilience, and the pursuit of passion in professional sports.
Daniel Bard’s journey has been a rollercoaster. From promising Red Sox prospect to struggling starter, a seven-year hiatus, an inspiring comeback, and now, another comeback attempt after surgery and a rough WBC outing. At nearly 40, is this a realistic goal or a sentimental long shot? His 2022 season was impressive, but can he recapture that magic after injury and age-related decline? What team would take a chance on him, and in what role? Is this a testament to his perseverance or a sign he should hang up the cleats? Share your thoughts and predictions.
This situation also raises broader questions. How much do we value late-career comebacks in sports? Do they inspire or set unrealistic expectations? At what point does chasing the dream become detrimental? Is there a difference between a veteran trying to prove something and a younger player trying to establish themselves? Let’s discuss the complexities of age, resilience, and the pursuit of passion in professional sports.