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Hideki Irabu

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The Resume

Why he might be annoying:

    He was overweight during his Major League career.
    His poor work ethic prompted George Steinbrenner to refer to him as a 'fat pussy toad.'
    He failed to live up to the lofty expectations the Yankees had after he was acquired by the team.
    The Yankees were so eager to trade him, they traded him to the Expos for a trio of prospects.
    When the Padres acquired his rights from the Japanese league, he refused to sign with the team, prompting a trade.

Why he might not be annoying:

    He was a dominating pitcher in the Japanese Leagues.
    Despite seldom play in the post season, he earned two World Series rings (1998, 1999).
    He had a career season posting highs in all categories during his second Major League season.
    He helped the Hanshin Tigers win their first Central League title in 18 years (2003).

Credit: Ricky


Featured in the following Annoying Collections:

Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 6 Votes: 83.33% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 12 Votes: 91.67% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 6 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 6 Votes: 83.33% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 16 Votes: 62.50% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 7 Votes: 57.14% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 17 Votes: 70.59% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 69 Votes: 76.81% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 30 Votes: 63.33% Annoying
    In 2009, Out of 32 Votes: 68.75% Annoying
    In 2008, Out of 22 Votes: 72.73% Annoying