MLB legend Barry Bonds had a unique personality during his career. He was known for his aggressive nature, and because of this, the prolific hitter always got the media’s attention for negative reasons. It included his rejection of questions related to his father. Although Bonds’ father played a significant role in the journey of him becoming a home run king, it did not bridge the differences they had.

Though on occasions, Barry shared his love for his father but the incidents of it continue to grab the highlights. The Book, ‘Love Me, Hate Me: Barry Bonds and the Making of an Antihero’ describes one such incident that captured Bonds’ difference with his father.

Barry Bonds and His Father Shared a Complex Relationship

Barry Bonds has termed his father the man behind his career. He appreciated him for being strict, which helped Barry find success. But he also showed the difference of opinion he shared with his father. It led him to ignore the name when called out in the public.

On page 83 of the book, Jeff Pearlman describes an incident that showed Barry’s anger upon hearing his father’s name. The author described the backstory and wrote, ” During one-on-one interviews with Bonds, reporters would inevitably say, So Bobby .. and watch Barry stand up and leave. “Usually it takes time for guys to become wary of the media, but Barry developed that immediately.” The same transpired during the 1987 season.

The cause behind it was the Pirates’ media relations director and a phone interview with a baseball writer for the Los Angeles Times. It was a great opportunity, but Barry was not happy about a question related to his father and showed his displeasure the next morning.

Jeff wrote, “Barry entered the clubhouse and walked up to Lachimia. I never called that guy!” he yelled loud enough for everyone to hear. So f*ck it!” The incident was eye-raising. But in contrast, Bonds showed his love for his father.

When Emotional Barry Recalled His Father’s Contribution to His MVP Success

Barry Bonds is a synonym for success. The Giants’ legend played for two decades and found all the success. It included multiple MVP wins that became a testament to his hard work and dedication. But it was all due to his father, Bobby Bonds.

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When Barry won an MVP title, he remembered the role of his father, who was not alongside him. He became emotional and shared his true feeling of missing his father. Terming the award special, he dedicated it to his father and said he missed him.

Barry Bonds’ emotions were true from the heart. Although he had his differences, his love for his father remained intact.

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