We live in a sports world where athletes are so media trained that they are just plain boring to listen to (with the exception of Joe Biagini). "just want to help my team/ Just taking it one game at a time/ just trying to contribute - blah, blah, blah!

If you asked Batts a question you usually got a direct answer. He didn't care where the chips fell, he'd speak his mind. It was annoying and yet somehow refreshing.  I'll miss a lot about him; his clutch plays, his "winning professional" attitude and his bat flip at a huge moment in a huge game (ok not the arguing with the umps on every call). 

He'd be a great asset on the bench someday, and would be a great help for some of the younger Latin players. I hope we'll still see him Toronto.