Mike Stamford is beacon of friendliness and optimism. So of course Sherlock can't stand him. One more "mate" or "bravo!" out of the man and Sherlock will beat him with his riding crop and soak his organs in formaldehyde.

That is, until Mike brings him Dr. John Watson.

I'd really like to see Sherlock grit his teeth and give Mike Stamford the "thank you" he deserves. After all, without him John and Sherlock would never have met.

p.s. If you don't see how Mike Stamford is annoying, just look at John's blog posts. You'll understand.