More on Wally Joyner’s Decision to Leave Angels

The first words out of my 8-year-old son when he heard the news was, “Can we move to Kansas City?” Then he asked, “Why? Why don’t they like him?”

I don’t think anyone will understand the shameful treatment that Wally Joyner received from the Angels every time he negotiated a contract. And yet, even up to the last minute, he still appeared to want to play for them.

No matter how pitiful the Angels were, there was always hope when Wally came to the plate. This was exhibited by thousands of young voices, like my son’s, as well as older ones, screaming, “Wally! Wally!” whenever he came to the plate. I guess the Autrys never heard that. Well, I’m not going to react to the Jan. 15 deadline that the Autrys have given me, either. I think thousands of other season-ticket holders are reacting the same way. Because of the Autrys’ betrayal of their fans, I have some extra Christmas money this year.

GARY R. LYNCH

Whittier