Barry Bonds 'big-leagues' Dodgers' Pederson

Growing up playing baseball in Palo Alto, it's easy to see how Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder, and Palo Alto High School alum, Joc Pederson admired San Francisco Giants legend Barry Bonds.

But now, maybe some of that love for Bonds has been lost.

During a recent interview with Fox Sports Live, Pederson told the story of when, during a Miami Marlins visit to Los Angeles, he lived out a childhood dream of meeting Bonds.

It's safe to say the actual experience didn't quite live up to the dream.

When asked if he was still of fan of Bonds, Pederson said "I was...."

"I won't take anything away from what he's done on the field. I still think he's the best player to ever pick up a bat -- best…