I don't think they're all that bad. I like the M logo quite a bit, but I think it's too big on the caps. I also don't like using that M on the jersey "Miami" lettering because it's too big and makes everything asymmetrical. I think if the first M just got rid of the fish and was the same size as the other letters it would be 100 times better.
I'm reserving judgement until next November or so. I always feel differently about these things after I've seen them a few times.
There are flaws I hope they fix in time, but overall, I'm still in support, though I may tire of them depending upon on-the-field view.
Josh Harding gets hurt by his own player a minute into the game and insert a goalie making his debut, and the Wild still pull out a victory. They are living on cloud 9 right now
And outshot something like 50-22 in the game! Crazy final 8 minutes at the shark tank.
and the first regulation victory in San Jose since 2006 (!!!)
Bethleham Shoals from Free Darko and others have started a web magazine, not unlike the big to do earlier in the year, Grantland, named the classical. However, rather than writing long form pieces about reality tv the focus is on actual strong writing. Shoals talks about the launch of the site here. So far I have enjoyed the write ups on Bill Lee, the culture mix tape videos on the high school basketball level, and the rise of the gay sports bar.
It isn't for everyone but I think there is some intersting writing from a strong bunch of folks that Grantland ignored or didn't hire due to past rifts (free darko dudes). I figure, you know, in case there weren't already enough website for you to waste you time.
I cannot believe it has been 70 years since Pearl Harbor. I never felt that far removed from it as my uncle and grandparents heard the actual radio reports and FDR's response, but 70 years is a long time. These are from our visit last year. Sobering and eerie best describe the experience. I may have posted them in the old basement too, sorry if they're a repeat.
I, too, am having a hard time wrapping my head around this anniversary. The WWII vets in my family have all passed on, but there's a Marine in my VFW post back home who befriended me back when I joined up. Ike had enlisted in 1939, made assaults at Guadalcanal (where he reenlisted for the duration) and Tarawa (where he was shot in the head), and didn't see the girl he married in New Zealand on R&R after the Canal (or their son) for two years. He's in his 90s now, and his wife and his son both passed this summer. I try to visit him, or at least chat after church, every time I go home.
We just lost my wife's grandfather this fall. He spent considerable time in the Pacific but was never willing to open up about it (to me or anyone else in the family). My wife and I have been together for 8 years. We'd watch a WWII movie with him whenever we visited The Range. Most of the time he'd just watch, but every once in a while he'd narrate a shot or make some comment about things that didn't jive with his experience. Never more than that.
Most of the guys at my Post are Korean or Vietnam vets. Don't see too many from before that - getting to the VFW likely isn't easy when you've seen 8 or 9 decades.
Sheenie's grandfather just passed away in July. He served on a navy supply boat from 1943-45.
My Dad, who will turn 92 in January, served in the Army in the Pacific Theater from 1942-1945.
It's only a matter of time now until Joe Morgan wins it, I guess.
I believe that Poz maintains that McCarver used to be good in his younger days. At any rate, I'm pretty sure he didn't win the award for anything he did in the last decade or so.
You see, Ford C. Frick is most famous for his attempt to insert an asterisk into the record books. It's ironic that Tim McCarver is being awarded the Ford C. Frick Award because his insight during the past fifteen years seems to have come entirely from his asterisk.*
*best off-the-cuff nonsensical McCarverism I could cook up at a moment's notice
When you put it in McCarver's voice, it sounds exactly like something he'd say.
I love flying for lots of reasons, but mostly because of views like these. I especially enjoyed #23, #40, #53 and #85. #95 is pretty amazing too.
I'm sad because I flew to Vegas this week, but both there and back I had to sit in the aisle.
That's tough. I don't mind the aisle because I have the bladder of an 85-year-old woman, but I really enjoy the view from window seats.
Next time demand a seat, punman.
I love flying for the free first class upgrade I receive from OKC to DET a couple weeks ago on an evening flight, giving myself permission to enjoy free scotch.
And I've personally gotten #10 many a time. I love flying in to Madison from MSP at night. Also a suprising amount of love for Wisconsin, and a couple of my favorites are #1 and #85.
When we were in Seattle two years ago we didn't see Mt. Rainier once (not a particularly rare thing, but still). As we took off, I looked out the window behind us, and sure enough:
It sounds like I'm going to Moscow next March/April, so I hope I get to see Red Square or something out the window on the approach.
Quite familiar with #70 after my Alaska trip. I missed Mount Rainier on the way back though.
Rainier is awe. Some.
Eh. I was in Alaska. I had high expectations after that.
It was probably on the other side of the plane, so I didn't have a chance.
A truly awesome site is taking off from Portland and seeing Hood, Humphrey(?), and St. Helens lined up off into the distance.
Sounds like the Hanley/Jose marriage is off to a rocky start. The Marlins might be looking to trade Hanley now. I know it's not feasible, he's a mediocre defender, and I know he's not a Gardy guy. But I'd love to see him penciled into the lineup every day.
I believe his shoulder is messed up and his offensive numbers last year were well below his norm and barely better than the average shortstop. He's signed for the next three years for $46.5M. No thanks.
Depends how much the Marlins will pay. And who they want in return of course.
Too bad Twins already traded Slowey.
they aren't making Jose move to 3b to accommodate Hanley at SS? /vague Jeter reference
I dont know who writes them (Ive narrowed it down to a guy who live in New York City or Long Island, judging by comments on some news stories), but Old Hoss Radbourn is probably my favorite tweeter
OldHossRadbourn
One advantage of the reserve clause: every winter meeting tweet read "Breaking: [Player X] is re-signing with his team."
I probably should wait for the Friday music post, but I want to say that I bought the new Black Keys album today and have already given it 2 listens *thumbs up*
Excellent. I can't wait to hear the thing.
Breaking News
Mark Buehrle will be a Marlin
Miami agreed to terms with the left-handed starter on a four-year, $58 million deal.
Wow. They can keep him for that price. Not a good precedent for the market.
on the other hand, with those kinds of prices, maybe someone will be dumb enough to trade for Blackburn.
It's not really any kind of precedent for the market. It's just what the Marlins were willing to pay Buehrle and says little about how other teams might value other pitchers.
Tell that to the player's union! That Zito monstrosity basically assured the Twins losing Johan.
Today I helped Corey Hart (Brewers OF, not one-hit wonder) and his girlfriend (or wife, I guess) buy $1000 worth of video games. He was wearing a D-Generation X hat and a shirt with vintage comic book covers on it. I was the only one who knew who he was; co-workers I told were surprised to learn that he was an athlete.
$1,000 worth of videogames? Holy hell. That's a lot of games in one fell swoop.
Many were gifts. I mean, I assume Hello Kitty Princess Party was a gift.
Need to keep a collection of hazing "gifts", just in case.
I can imagine that a guy who looks like him, in a getup like that, wouldn't strike a lot of people as athlete-looking.
Yeah, even I did a double-take. Given his getup, my split-second first impression was, "I know this guy. He's a regular here? No, from longer than that. I've acted with him somewhere. Oh, no, it's friggin' Corey Hart."
I like your thought progression from "far, far away from an athlete" to "athlete".
Hart is a pretty tall glass of water, if I remember right.
6'6".
If he picked up Skyrim, I might re-evaluate my dislike of the Brewers.
He did.
When I went and bought that, both the guy walking the video game area and the kid at the checkout were like "have you played that? I don't have any friends any more because they don't come outside from playing it." I've never seen a video game release quite like this. (also, its awesome.)
I just went to his wiki page to see if he lives in Arizona (it doesn't say). But this was there:
Hart's at-bat music is 'Until the Whole World Hears' by Casting Crowns. He is also the drummer of Milwaukee rock legends Deep Tuna. He is the only member. He drums, plays a fierce cello, and unleashes his heavenly vocals upon the crowds at the local bars. This man is indeed amazing.
After walking around and BSing about vids with the guy for an hour, I can honestly say I think he put that there himself.
I hope he did, that would put him up around Kluwe levels of awesome. I always figured he was more of a d-bag brosef-type (because of the awful chin strap), so this certainly changes my judgmental perception of him as a ballplayer.
He didn't act that way one bit. He was great to work with.
The game he was the most excited about wasn't Call of Duty or Battlefield like those bros would go crazy for, either - he was most excited about Starfox for the 3DS.
Good man. What a killer remake!
because of the awful chin strap
That sh*t made me laugh. Out Loud. And then chuckle until my wife looked at me funny.
I bet the Brewers have their spring training facilities in Arizona. Looks like in Phoenix even.
Oh yes they certainly do. I've been to one of their spring training games.
"fierce cello", heh.
So I started making vanilla extract this week, which is going great so far. But, since I'm not a huge vodka drinker, I decided to infuse small portions of the rest of the bottle. So far, I made a vanilla infusion (for what I think will be awesome White Russians) and am working on a lime infusion for lazy vodka tonics. I am also planning a habenero and garlic infusion for bloody mary's. I'm looking for suggestions for one or two more because I am having a hard time coming up with good ideas. Any thoughts?
A couple things come to mind: ginger (Moscow Mules!), star anise (if you like licorice), Meyer lemons, clementines, or cardamom. You could also go the akvavit route and try coriander, cloves, caraway, or dill.
Star anise was definitely on the list, I think I even still have some. I like the idea of the herbs/spices as I think I want to go towards a more savory vodka for possible cooking applications. This is a lot of fun, mostly.
And I have still yet to make a Moscow Mule, which I will try to correct soon.
GNR, Beasties, Donovan, Faces/Small Faces, Laura Nyro, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are your new Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees.
on the other hand, Ron Santo is a really good selection.
Well, I can honestly say I'd rather listen to Ron Santo than any of the others.
No Eric B & Rakim, No credibility.
Nobody could make those Marlins jerseys look good. Actually, come to think of it, I bet Matt Tolbert could.
I don't think they're all that bad. I like the M logo quite a bit, but I think it's too big on the caps. I also don't like using that M on the jersey "Miami" lettering because it's too big and makes everything asymmetrical. I think if the first M just got rid of the fish and was the same size as the other letters it would be 100 times better.
I'm reserving judgement until next November or so. I always feel differently about these things after I've seen them a few times.
There are flaws I hope they fix in time, but overall, I'm still in support, though I may tire of them depending upon on-the-field view.
Josh Harding gets hurt by his own player a minute into the game and insert a goalie making his debut, and the Wild still pull out a victory. They are living on cloud 9 right now
And outshot something like 50-22 in the game! Crazy final 8 minutes at the shark tank.
and the first regulation victory in San Jose since 2006 (!!!)
Bethleham Shoals from Free Darko and others have started a web magazine, not unlike the big to do earlier in the year, Grantland, named the classical. However, rather than writing long form pieces about reality tv the focus is on actual strong writing. Shoals talks about the launch of the site here. So far I have enjoyed the write ups on Bill Lee, the culture mix tape videos on the high school basketball level, and the rise of the gay sports bar.
It isn't for everyone but I think there is some intersting writing from a strong bunch of folks that Grantland ignored or didn't hire due to past rifts (free darko dudes). I figure, you know, in case there weren't already enough website for you to waste you time.
I cannot believe it has been 70 years since Pearl Harbor. I never felt that far removed from it as my uncle and grandparents heard the actual radio reports and FDR's response, but 70 years is a long time. These are from our visit last year. Sobering and eerie best describe the experience.
I may have posted them in the old basement too, sorry if they're a repeat.
I, too, am having a hard time wrapping my head around this anniversary. The WWII vets in my family have all passed on, but there's a Marine in my VFW post back home who befriended me back when I joined up. Ike had enlisted in 1939, made assaults at Guadalcanal (where he reenlisted for the duration) and Tarawa (where he was shot in the head), and didn't see the girl he married in New Zealand on R&R after the Canal (or their son) for two years. He's in his 90s now, and his wife and his son both passed this summer. I try to visit him, or at least chat after church, every time I go home.
We just lost my wife's grandfather this fall. He spent considerable time in the Pacific but was never willing to open up about it (to me or anyone else in the family). My wife and I have been together for 8 years. We'd watch a WWII movie with him whenever we visited The Range. Most of the time he'd just watch, but every once in a while he'd narrate a shot or make some comment about things that didn't jive with his experience. Never more than that.
Most of the guys at my Post are Korean or Vietnam vets. Don't see too many from before that - getting to the VFW likely isn't easy when you've seen 8 or 9 decades.
Sheenie's grandfather just passed away in July. He served on a navy supply boat from 1943-45.
My Dad, who will turn 92 in January, served in the Army in the Pacific Theater from 1942-1945.
I salute him, that was no easy assignment.
Tim McCarver wins the Ford Frick Award. This truly is a date that will live in infamy.
It's only a matter of time now until Joe Morgan wins it, I guess.
I believe that Poz maintains that McCarver used to be good in his younger days. At any rate, I'm pretty sure he didn't win the award for anything he did in the last decade or so.
Craig would agree with Poz on that.
The '91 Series DVDs demonstrate otherwise.
You see, Ford C. Frick is most famous for his attempt to insert an asterisk into the record books. It's ironic that Tim McCarver is being awarded the Ford C. Frick Award because his insight during the past fifteen years seems to have come entirely from his asterisk.*
*best off-the-cuff nonsensical McCarverism I could cook up at a moment's notice
When you put it in McCarver's voice, it sounds exactly like something he'd say.
Busted!
holy cows!
you would think a bomb range would be out in the middle of nowhere, not a 1000 feet from homes
As much as I love the show, I'm a bit surprised that nobody has gotten seriously hurt yet.
Mythbusting is dangerous business.
Looks like they have a sweeps month episode to polish off for next May.
Mets to get Marlins second-round pick after all. The Padres instead will have a pick that's before the Marlins' former pick.
I love flying for lots of reasons, but mostly because of views like these. I especially enjoyed #23, #40, #53 and #85. #95 is pretty amazing too.
I'm sad because I flew to Vegas this week, but both there and back I had to sit in the aisle.
That's tough. I don't mind the aisle because I have the bladder of an 85-year-old woman, but I really enjoy the view from window seats.
Next time demand a seat, punman.
I love flying for the free first class upgrade I receive from OKC to DET a couple weeks ago on an evening flight, giving myself permission to enjoy free scotch.
And I've personally gotten #10 many a time. I love flying in to Madison from MSP at night. Also a suprising amount of love for Wisconsin, and a couple of my favorites are #1 and #85.
When we were in Seattle two years ago we didn't see Mt. Rainier once (not a particularly rare thing, but still). As we took off, I looked out the window behind us, and sure enough:
It sounds like I'm going to Moscow next March/April, so I hope I get to see Red Square or something out the window on the approach.
Quite familiar with #70 after my Alaska trip. I missed Mount Rainier on the way back though.
Rainier is awe. Some.
Eh. I was in Alaska. I had high expectations after that.
It was probably on the other side of the plane, so I didn't have a chance.
A truly awesome site is taking off from Portland and seeing Hood, Humphrey(?), and St. Helens lined up off into the distance.
Sounds like the Hanley/Jose marriage is off to a rocky start. The Marlins might be looking to trade Hanley now. I know it's not feasible, he's a mediocre defender, and I know he's not a Gardy guy. But I'd love to see him penciled into the lineup every day.
I believe his shoulder is messed up and his offensive numbers last year were well below his norm and barely better than the average shortstop. He's signed for the next three years for $46.5M. No thanks.
Depends how much the Marlins will pay. And who they want in return of course.
Too bad Twins already traded Slowey.
they aren't making Jose move to 3b to accommodate Hanley at SS? /vague Jeter reference
I dont know who writes them (Ive narrowed it down to a guy who live in New York City or Long Island, judging by comments on some news stories), but Old Hoss Radbourn is probably my favorite tweeter
I probably should wait for the Friday music post, but I want to say that I bought the new Black Keys album today and have already given it 2 listens *thumbs up*
Excellent. I can't wait to hear the thing.
Breaking News
Mark Buehrle will be a Marlin
Miami agreed to terms with the left-handed starter on a four-year, $58 million deal.
Wow. They can keep him for that price. Not a good precedent for the market.
on the other hand, with those kinds of prices, maybe someone will be dumb enough to trade for Blackburn.
It's not really any kind of precedent for the market. It's just what the Marlins were willing to pay Buehrle and says little about how other teams might value other pitchers.
Tell that to the player's union! That Zito monstrosity basically assured the Twins losing Johan.
Today I helped Corey Hart (Brewers OF, not one-hit wonder) and his girlfriend (or wife, I guess) buy $1000 worth of video games. He was wearing a D-Generation X hat and a shirt with vintage comic book covers on it. I was the only one who knew who he was; co-workers I told were surprised to learn that he was an athlete.
$1,000 worth of videogames? Holy hell. That's a lot of games in one fell swoop.
Many were gifts. I mean, I assume Hello Kitty Princess Party was a gift.
Need to keep a collection of hazing "gifts", just in case.
I can imagine that a guy who looks like him, in a getup like that, wouldn't strike a lot of people as athlete-looking.
Yeah, even I did a double-take. Given his getup, my split-second first impression was, "I know this guy. He's a regular here? No, from longer than that. I've acted with him somewhere. Oh, no, it's friggin' Corey Hart."
I like your thought progression from "far, far away from an athlete" to "athlete".
Hart is a pretty tall glass of water, if I remember right.
6'6".
If he picked up Skyrim, I might re-evaluate my dislike of the Brewers.
He did.
When I went and bought that, both the guy walking the video game area and the kid at the checkout were like "have you played that? I don't have any friends any more because they don't come outside from playing it." I've never seen a video game release quite like this. (also, its awesome.)
I just went to his wiki page to see if he lives in Arizona (it doesn't say). But this was there:
After walking around and BSing about vids with the guy for an hour, I can honestly say I think he put that there himself.
I hope he did, that would put him up around Kluwe levels of awesome. I always figured he was more of a d-bag brosef-type (because of the awful chin strap), so this certainly changes my judgmental perception of him as a ballplayer.
He didn't act that way one bit. He was great to work with.
The game he was the most excited about wasn't Call of Duty or Battlefield like those bros would go crazy for, either - he was most excited about Starfox for the 3DS.
Good man. What a killer remake!
because of the awful chin strap
That sh*t made me laugh. Out Loud. And then chuckle until my wife looked at me funny.
I bet the Brewers have their spring training facilities in Arizona. Looks like in Phoenix even.
Oh yes they certainly do. I've been to one of their spring training games.
"fierce cello", heh.
So I started making vanilla extract this week, which is going great so far. But, since I'm not a huge vodka drinker, I decided to infuse small portions of the rest of the bottle. So far, I made a vanilla infusion (for what I think will be awesome White Russians) and am working on a lime infusion for lazy vodka tonics. I am also planning a habenero and garlic infusion for bloody mary's. I'm looking for suggestions for one or two more because I am having a hard time coming up with good ideas. Any thoughts?
A couple things come to mind: ginger (Moscow Mules!), star anise (if you like licorice), Meyer lemons, clementines, or cardamom. You could also go the akvavit route and try coriander, cloves, caraway, or dill.
Star anise was definitely on the list, I think I even still have some. I like the idea of the herbs/spices as I think I want to go towards a more savory vodka for possible cooking applications. This is a lot of fun, mostly.
And I have still yet to make a Moscow Mule, which I will try to correct soon.
thank you, frightwig!!!
Whoa. Only 44 to go!
so, nothing on kubel yet?
This is how we demonstrate leadership in my town.