Posted by Sabrina B. @gametimegirl
Chicago White Sox pitcher and animal rights activist Mark Buehrle told MLB.com recently that there were times this season he wished Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick would get hurt.
In 2007, Vick was convicted of a felony related to a dogfighting ring and served 19 months in prison.
“He had a great year and a great comeback, but there were times where we watched the game, and I know it’s bad to say, but there were times where we hope he gets hurt,” Buehrle told MLB.com. “Everything you’ve done to these dogs, something bad needs to happen to these guys.”
At some point after the story was posted on MLB.com, the quotes were removed from the story, but the writer, Scott Merkin, had posted them on his Twitter account.
After serving his prison time, Vick was signed by the Eagles in 2009. This past season he was named NFL Comeback Player of the Year after making the Pro Bowl with the Eagles.
Buehrle and his wife, Jamie, who have three dogs, are active in promoting canine rights and have partnered with the White Sox on a program called “Sox for Strays,” which hosts area animal rescue groups during the season at U.S. Cellular Field.
Jamie Buehrle made news in December when she helped save a dog who was found wandering the streets in St. Louis with an arrow sticking out of its abdomen. The Buehrles donated money to help pay the dog’s veterinarian bills and, through Facebook, found a home for the dog.
A. He severed his given time, GET OVER IT!!! B. Our great American justice system servers him his due. You got an issue with that, then file a grievance to out justice system about the judge who issued his judgement. C. Their are cultures all over the world that action a great difference in lifestyle. We kill thousands of pets and animals a month but it’s ok because a post college “animal lover” or vet pulls the trigger. Yo focus your “hate” or energy else wear pal, we got bigger problems. And if was you on DUI manslaughter charge I’m sure you would feel total remorse and resumption as Vick…Punk!!!
amen DonnyBrocs …well said…get a life Mark Buehrle…read the bible idiot! god gave man/woman rule over “all” things since our creation, “all” things!
Right! This man served his time. He has showed remorse and i guess your wish did come true because Vick did get hurt and was out 4wks. I hope this chump blows his arm out! Done for the yr!!!
Mark Buehrle just mad he aint on the Phillies lineup.
BUEHRLE GOES BOW HUNTING TO KILL AND STUFF BEARS. SO MUCH FOR BEING AN ANIMAL LOVER.