The careless, frugal A’s messed up with their wine retirement gift for Miguel Cabrera in every way

Miguel Cabrera Honored in Final Professional Games

Future Hall of Fame slugger Miguel Cabrera is nearing his retirement from the MLB and he is receiving some love in his final professional games.

It’s not uncommon practice to provide something nice for a legend before they transition into retirement. The Guardians gave him a custom guitar as a nod to the nearby Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, for example.

A Token of Appreciation from the A’s

On Thursday night, meanwhile, the A’s honored Cabrera with a cabernet sauvignon from Caymus Vineyards. It was nice of the team to honor the 12-time All-Star and two-time AL MVP. But a little more thought may have gone a long way.

Respecting Cabrera’s Sobriety

Cabrera spent three months in an outpatient treatment program to focus on getting sober in 2010. He faced legal issues due to his drinking in 2009 and again in 2011.

When the Tigers won their division in 2012, out of respect for his sobriety, the team made sure to have non-alcoholic champagne available. Still, though, Cabrera excused himself from the celebration.

As recently as last year, when he recorded the 3,000th hit of his career, he celebrated with a glass of non-alcoholic champagne. The A’s really could have used just an extra second of research to make sure they respected his sobriety.

Congratulations on a legendary career, Miggy! pic.twitter.com/OEZt8q5Vjq

— Oakland A’s (@Athletics) September 22, 2023

Other Teams’ Gifts

Oakland, however, isn’t the only team to make this sort of mistake. The Marlins (where he played from 2003 until 2007 and where he won his only World Series) got Cabrera a bottle of rum.

Houston got a bottle of wine for Cabrera as well but at least that one was a touch more personal as it was from the vineyard that Astros manager Dusty Baker owns.

A Lack of Thoughtfulness

The A’s (almost predictably) didn’t have as much to offer in the mindfulness department. If you were wondering if this is some kind of vintage wine that could have value, the results show that he could have gotten his hands on his own at the same size from the same year for around $90.

Now, if your buddy got you a bottle of well-reviewed $90 wine, that is pretty generous. But remember: The A’s are worth over $1 billion!

Astros’ Gesture and A’s Financial Situation

In fairness to the organization, though, it’s not like they are spending a ton of money on their own players either. They currently have the lowest payroll in the MLB and Cabrera has a yearly salary that is more than 50 percent of the entire books for the A’s.

For what it is worth, the bottle was autographed by the team. But it is unlikely how much that would actually increase the value of the present. It isn’t exactly exciting to have the signatures of a team that is more than 30 games below .500 and the worst record in the MLB.

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Analysis

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

• SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
• SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
• SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

The article discusses the issue of respecting Miguel Cabrera’s sobriety and the need for organizations to consider his personal history when giving retirement gifts. This connects to SDG 3, which focuses on promoting good health and well-being. Cabrera’s sobriety is an important aspect of his well-being, and organizations should respect and support it.

Additionally, the article highlights the unequal treatment of Cabrera by different teams, with some giving him alcohol-related gifts despite his history of alcohol-related issues. This connects to SDG 10, which aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries. The unequal treatment of Cabrera based on his personal history is an example of inequality.

Furthermore, the article mentions Cabrera’s legal issues related to his drinking in the past. This connects to SDG 16, which focuses on promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions. Cabrera’s legal issues highlight the importance of justice and strong institutions in addressing alcohol-related problems.

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

• SDG 3.5: Strengthen the prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including narcotic drug abuse and harmful use of alcohol.
• SDG 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
• SDG 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.

Based on the article’s content, the specific targets that can be identified are:

– SDG 3.5: Strengthen the prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including narcotic drug abuse and harmful use of alcohol. This target is relevant as it emphasizes the importance of supporting individuals like Cabrera in their sobriety and addressing alcohol-related issues.

– SDG 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status. This target is relevant as it highlights the need for equal treatment and inclusion of individuals like Cabrera, regardless of their personal history.

– SDG 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all. This target is relevant as it emphasizes the importance of addressing legal issues related to alcohol use and ensuring equal access to justice for individuals like Cabrera.

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.

For SDG 3.5:

– Indicator: Number of individuals receiving treatment for substance abuse and alcohol-related issues. This indicator can measure the progress in strengthening the prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including alcohol-related issues.

For SDG 10.2:

– Indicator: Number of instances where individuals’ personal history and needs are considered in decision-making processes. This indicator can measure the progress in promoting the social, economic, and political inclusion of individuals, irrespective of their personal history.

For SDG 16.3:

– Indicator: Number of cases where legal issues related to alcohol use are addressed and resolved. This indicator can measure the progress in promoting the rule of law and ensuring equal access to justice for individuals with alcohol-related legal issues.

4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

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