Alek Manoah Roasts MLB Network Critic for Subtle Jab

Manoah puts Anthony Recker in his place.

In a recent segment on MLB Network, a discussion was had about which pitcher under the age of 30 you would pick to lead your franchise. Former West Virginia star and current ace of the Toronto Blue Jays, Alek Manoah, was mentioned.

However, it wasn't as complimentary as you would think. Former MLB catcher Anthony Recker, a career .199 hitter, subtly took a jab at Manoah questioning his work ethic and commitment to being great.

"I love you Alek, just show me you're willing to put in a little more time in the gym and that you're going to be there consistently for a little bit longer."

If you know Manoah, you know he isn't going to just sit back and not say anything. He's going to stand up for himself and that's exactly what he did in a response to Recker's comments on Twitter.

Take that, Recker.

Manoah, 24, posted a sparkling 2.24 ERA this past season to go along with a 16-7 record in what was his first full year in the big leagues. More importantly, Manoah shined when the Toronto Blue Jays needed him most, winning all four of his starts in the final month of the season to help clinch a playoff birth.

At the end of the season, the former Mountaineer was named a finalist for the American League Cy Young Award.

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