[Fansy the Famous Bard]

Originally Posted by duncan_idaho

That’s a good question and something I need to think on. I was surprised by my reaction this situation, being honest and transparent. Not sure what about it gives me pause. Is it because he’s a white kid who plays baseball and was home schooled and I read a story that was intended to show his side as well? Why did I find enough in his side of the story to have some doubts about what should happen?

That’s a question I have to work through. Am I being more sympathetic to Heimlich here because his background is my background? If so, that’s hypocritical and wrong and I need to work through it.

I do generally believe in second chances and I think I stated as much re: Hill. He can get a second chance - just not with my team. It still disgusts me he’s a Chief.

I would be disgusted if the Royals had drafted Heimlich. Even if he became their ace and helped win a title, it would feel wrong.

Second chances and rehab are tough topics. There are some things you just can’t really be rehabbed from - sexual abuse generally is one of those (though recidivism for Heimlich’s specific abuse is generally very low, some of that is due to the low percentages of abuses reported).

Thanks for asking me, though. I need to introspect on this and see if it’s an opportunity I need to work on.