You would think he’d be upset about losing a potential starting gig to some rookie, but apparently not.

Ike Davis’ cheerleaders include the player likely to be dislodged from first base by Monday’s promotion of the highly regarded prospect.

Daniel Murphy, who had been anointed the Opening Day first baseman until a right knee injury during the final week of spring training forced him to the disabled list, indicated he would readily accept a lower-profile role once his rehab is complete.

“Obviously they thought Ike was the best option. And I think he probably is the best option,” Murphy told ESPNNewYork.com by telephone from Port St. Lucie, Fla. “He swung the bat well last night, as he did here. He’s a guy who has played the position before. I think he’s going to swing the bat really well, to tell you the truth.”

The Mets have enough problems on their hands as it is, on now they’ve discovered that their injury-prone first baseman is also a fraglie egoed loser with no self esteem.  I mean, you’re OK with having some kid come in and take your job?  I thought professional athletes were supposed to be competitive and confident, not all “Oh, I kind of suck so if someone plays over me, it’s because he’s probably better.”  That’s some weak shit right there.

This is like the politician who won’t vote for himself.  If you don’t think you’re the best for the job, why should we?

[ESPN.com]