AP photo
Can you spot the Giants fans? I count five, which is about three more than I expected to see in Fenway Park.

Barry Bonds.

That’s probably all I have to say to generate some reader feedback, but I’ll go further:

Barry Bonds belongs in the All-Star Game. There, bring it on.

I was a Bonds backer until last year when I decided it was time to open my eyes to what many have decided is fact: that he enhanced his body and performance artificially. Even so, I think he’s an All Star.

The All-Star Game is a popularity contest, and Bonds is the game’s biggest draw. People love Bonds. Most love to boo him. Others either openly or from the closet love to watch his power, his quick bat, his swing, his eye at the plate and his affect on pitchers trying to lessen the inevitable damage he will cause to their efforts. There were even some brave (crazy?) enough to cheer his homer in Fenway Park.

The All-Star Game this year will be played in Bonds’ home park. His biggest fans should not be denied a chance to see him there.

Mudville Poll