In a recent post, José Altuve, the star of the Houston Astros, unexpectedly declared that he wants to not only surpass but also completely surpass the legendary JeffBagwell – who once left a deep impression on the Astros. This has made many fans of the team feel hurt by the comparison that seems to be…
When asked about his personal goals, Altuve emphasized:
“I don’t just want to replace JeffBagwell, but I want to surpass all of his records. I believe I have the ability to do that.”
This is not the first time Altuve has mentioned the position of Bagwell – who is currently an advisor to the Astros organization – but this time, his strong expression has made the statement a topic of widespread debate.
Immediately after the statement, the Astros fan community on social media “went wild”:
“Altuve should respect tradition more. Bagwell is a symbol of this city!”
Many other opinions even said that Altuve had “insulted” the family and career of the legend for a long time. Some people even remembered the day Altuve surpassed Bagwell in the number of hits, but affirmed: surpassing hits does not mean ‘breaking the legacy’.
On the sports page, many comments were also made:
Altuve is actually in second place in Astros history in terms of hits.
However, Bagwell has a sustainable career, has been in the Hall of Fame, and has always been considered a symbol of the Astros’ power.
It is normal for Altuve to set a goal to surpass, but the way he said it can make people feel like he is “challenging the legacy,” which is not in line with the spirit of respecting tradition.
There’s no denying the brilliance of José Altuve’s career – he’s an Astros legend, with an MVP award, records and individual accolades. But when faced with stories like Jeff Bagwell’s – from his import role to his life-or-death choice with the Ballclub – there needs to be greater sensitivity in the language and messaging.
Some sports pundits are asking:
“Is Altuve talking about records? Or is he talking about winning the ‘No. 1 spot in the hearts of the fans’?”
Either way, his words and goals are still hot topics in the Astros community. One thing is clear: when it comes to legacy, it’s not just about numbers – it’s about respect.”