Post-Meetup Fun Chatter
by tk on May 3, 2009 8:48 PM PDT
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PrintSo great to come out to the park and see everyone who made it to the Baby Giants.
I didn't bring my camera, so I can provide neither photographic evidence nor witty comments, but highlights were:
-The background to the "jcb = RAGE" story that I never did hear the beginning to.
-Fist-bumping jcb's kid and fawning over his baby, much to the alarm of my husband.
-Hatching plots, too late, to introduce said husband as the user SneakToBetterSeats.
-Talking wine-barrel potatoes and hot 40-something managers, not with the same person (I don't think ...).
-Meeting Kevin, who did such a great job of organizing this whole thing. Kudos! More of this please. Also, I liked your write-ups.
-Merkin and his girlfriend's AMAZING matching heckling voices, about one octave apart but equal in volume.
-E-Me's and my matching *~*~*VINTAGE*~*~* <--LOOK! (oops, eBay moment) McChrons t-shirts. Grant's right, the official printed ones fade like crazy. I suggest you go with CafePress, as mine is still doing well, even though my dog peed on it two years ago. Bleach and All Free & Clear fixed that right up. Is my dog a Dodgers fan?? Help.
-The food. I think it was better than at Mays Field, though maybe that's because it was free with the ticket.
-Seeing the Baron, obvy.
-Oh ... baseball? Alderson is scary good! And we won! And the big Giants won too! Which thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we got to keep an eye on!
So, in short, lovely to meet you all and thanks again a million times to BruteSentiment for setting this up. Hope to see everyone again soon!
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I already commented a bit in the planning thread, but a few thoughts on the game, or the bits of it I was able to catch:
- I’m a fan of Alderson’s windup. It’s not whack like Nomo’s (or even whacky like Lincecum’s), but it’s kind of pretty to watch. Has a nice cadence.
- Alderson got hit pretty hard in the first two innings. In the first he didn’t give up any runs, but the first hitter (was it the first pitch? I want to say so, but my day is a bit of a blur so I’m not sure) almost hit a homer off of him. It was caught on the track in, as I recall, dead center field.
- Crawford was hitting the ball pretty hard. I was confused, seeing the box score, because I could’ve sworn he had a double. I always liked him, but I’m amazed at how quickly he’s progressing. I think he’s for real.
- I don’t recall hearing much of anything about Neal’s defense, but he made a fine catch on a blooper that I was sure was going to drop.
- I kind of hoped the two relievers who pitched would give up a few runs, because I wanted to see Quirarte. Sad!
Also, on a sad note: in the section past ours, there was a kid who got hit in the eye with a foul ball. I couldn’t really see it from our section (although the word buzzed back to our section), but my wife was off walking with our son, who didn’t want to stay still, and she saw the whole thing. Sounds like it was pretty scary.
Also also, Natto showed up after the game ended, and I met him for approximately ten seconds.
Also also also, the umpires tossed a ball over to me for my son as they were leaving the field, which was really cool. I’ve been going to Major League games my whole life, and I’ve never even gotten a chance at getting a ball there!
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
Undoubtedly, one of the best ways to spend 10 seconds.
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That’s what she said?
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
I’m pretty sure I’m the one who said that.
My Dave Righetti is better than your Dave Righetti.
by howtheyscored on May 3, 2009 11:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I got a ball for my kid that way once, but I think it was the 3rd base coach that tossed it over.
We like going to the little Giant games – I was just disappointed I couldn’t make it yesterday. But I’m here in SJ – so hopefully I can make it to the next one or some other informal gathering.
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TK
Nice to meet you and nice to meet everybody and put faces to names =)
Had fun, was 97% dry and we got a big and little Giants=)
Special thanks to Brute for organizing and see you all again in the future
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Yes, thanks, Brute!
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
Ahhhh
I didn’t put together the face with the user name…..
Yeah, your kids are the cutest!
And that ump made the play of the game tossing him the ball…..
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Never liked an ump more than right then…
Hi, I am Johnny Disaster.
by Johnny Disaster on May 4, 2009 9:26 AM PDT up reply actions
CUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUTE!
i’ll have to agree with merkin that jbc9’s kids were cute
I will heckle you until you crack. If you're an umpire and get the call wrong be prepared for a voice that will echo in your ears.
I’m glad I’m not a highlight for anyone.
Good game, good food, ok beer, great people. I’m in for another night, but I choose GA next time i think.
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Kevin Frandsen should be with the big team.
But...but...
Georgia’s an awfully long drive away, and the Giants don’t even have a farm team there!
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Augusta, Georgia
Home of the GreenJackets.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on May 4, 2009 8:16 AM PDT up reply actions
Joke failure! Abort!
See, this is what comes of not giving a rat’s ass about golf. I thought Augusta was in one of the Carolinas.
Anyway, it’s still awfully long for a road trip.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, coming soon to a minor league near you.
Ambort!
Hitch a ride with BruteSentiment. He’s going at the end of the month.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on May 4, 2009 8:48 AM PDT up reply actions
True fandom
I drove 8 hours to get to Augusta last year. It was great to see the prospects in person.
Sergio Romo: striking out professional hitters since 2005. And winner of the 2012 NL Fireman of the Year Award!
Seriously though...
…I thought the deck thing was excellent. It made it much easier to meet-n-greet. There were still folks I didn’t get to meet, but not as many as if they were all three rows forward and ten seats over. Also, I enjoyed the easy access to beer and food.
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Bwah, whatever
If I put you in as a highlight people would just accuse me of being trendy, like people who like Franz Ferdinand. :D (Great to meet you by the way!)
Still backing Notgardo, wheresoever he may wander. (Don't forget to wriiiite!)
by tk on May 4, 2009 9:57 AM PDT up reply actions
People who like Franz Ferdinand accuse you of being trendy?
Hi, I am Johnny Disaster.
by Johnny Disaster on May 4, 2009 10:18 AM PDT up reply actions
You know, if you did put me in as a highlight that would have gotten you an extra strike here. But you’re still just like the rest of them.
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Kevin Frandsen should be with the big team.
I also had a good time. We had tons of food and I got socialize at a baseball game for once. I had a beer from the tap and it was divine. Much better than the swill in the bottle. Very much looking forward to the next event.
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on May 4, 2009 8:06 AM PDT reply actions
Pictures or it didn't happen.
Noonan. Nooooonan!
by Giant Fan in Singapore on May 4, 2009 8:48 AM PDT reply actions
It's just too bad...
…that Goofus couldn’t make it…and that other guy whose name starts with a ‘G’…what’s his name again?
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groud
Adoptive parent of Noah Lowry. Because he was awesome once, and, goddammit, he shall be awesome once again!
I hope.
Wish I could have been there
it sounds like it was a lot of fun.
Baseball is a lot like life. The line drives are caught, the squibbles go for base hits. It's an unfair game. -Rod Kanehl. Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis
Great time at the yard
Thanks Brute for putting this together, I had a great time and it was good to meet up in person.
Good call on the VIP deck… everyone was really nice, the food was good and the beer stand was literally built into the section for added convenience.
Plus, seeing those kids in person was a treat and I can now say from personal experience there’s some good looking players coming up in the near-ish future.
Hi, I am Johnny Disaster.
On my way into the park, there was this girl wearing a jersey covered in autographs who walked up to us and kept talking about how she wanted to meet the players, and how she knew what cars they drove and where they went out to dinner. She probably said a whole lot more, but I tried to get away from her as fast as possible. Creepy.
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Was she angling for your autograph? Maybe she was MCC aware…
Hi, I am Johnny Disaster.
by Johnny Disaster on May 4, 2009 10:20 AM PDT up reply actions
There should really be groupies for the McCoven.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
Durn you
You beat me to the punch (slightly) and you did it better.
"Catcher are base running. Hitters are offense."
Only [hella] games left until the end of Zito's contract.
Adoptive father of "Poncho" Villalona: This Angel don't fly. Nothing about him is light.
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"Catcher are base running. Hitters are offense."
Only [hella] games left until the end of Zito's contract.
Adoptive father of "Poncho" Villalona: This Angel don't fly. Nothing about him is light.
She was there after the game two Wednesdays ago.
The players seemed a bit leery of her but were friendly enough. She’s “absolutely in love with Clayton Tanner,” in her own words.
Noonan. Nooooonan!
by Giant Fan in Singapore on May 4, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions
what about this girl who was wearing a black sj giants visor and a black jacket? she has a small pink camera..she freaked me out.
I will heckle you until you crack. If you're an umpire and get the call wrong be prepared for a voice that will echo in your ears.
It seems like someone had a camera …
Still backing Notgardo, wheresoever he may wander. (Don't forget to wriiiite!)
by tk on May 4, 2009 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions
stalkerazzi
I couldn’t sell my photos to OK Magazine for millions of dollars, though. :(
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on May 4, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions
I only took pics of ballplayers
I woulda felt a little strange taking pics of people I just met to publish on the interweb
btw, got a great collection of Baron stalkerazi photos at
chickwhoscorethegameandgiveyoudirtylooksthroughtelephotolenses.com
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I really wish I could have gone! We better do this again in July or August or something.
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I’m in favor of this, too, if only because watching baseball games is a lot more fun when you’re not chasing after toddlers while barely able to stand.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
Seriously, though, nobody's got any photos to post?
What the heck were y’all doing, watching baseball?
Noonan. Nooooonan!
by Giant Fan in Singapore on May 4, 2009 1:47 PM PDT reply actions
I have an excuse
I was drinking.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, coming soon to a minor league near you.
Here is the McCoven
reacting to a bad call from the 3rd base umpire
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The shirtless guy looks like Grant!
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by Giant Fan in Singapore on May 4, 2009 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions
thats me in the back with the giant blue pepper dildo on a stick
i adopt Les Plack, D.D.S. for the following reasons:
1. greatest name for occupation ever (except maybe lesbian prostitute sharon bottoms)
2. i am hoping for free dental care from my son (if he ever hears of this)
3. 4 out of 5 dentists agree that we should win the NL west...and Les has already put the hit out on #5
by Headhunter Rollins on May 4, 2009 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m the one with the glasses in the front row.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, coming soon to a minor league near you.
I’m the guy in the TROPICS shirt.
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Kevin Frandsen should be with the big team.
WalrusMan's beard
Reeked of stale Budweiser
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You should talk...
…that white headband of yours smelled like old bong water.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, coming soon to a minor league near you.
is that Jackie Earle Haley in the front?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
Él es bandido
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I’m the black woman partially obscured from view.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that pie > cake, that Bochy is endowed by his creator with certain undeniable traits, that among these are veteran man-love, a gigantic skull, and the pursuit of the double switch.
Adopted Giant: Fred Lewis, who can still draw a walk.
It should be mentioned
I approached the ticket window, music was blaring from the stadium.
Yes, Spirit of the Radio had just hit, “Begin the day with a friendly voice……”
Stats show 30-35% of you now have that song in your head
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Good to see you all there, and put (screen)name to face. I had a lot of fun!
Adoptive Parent of Francisco Peguero. He can throw, he can run, he can hit(fastballs), and he's Dominican. What else do you need to know?
"Obviously I’m not doing things like going toe-to-toe with a ninja. Find me a ninja, for one."--Brian Wilson
It was a definite pleasure to meet all of you!
I would’ve been snapping photos, but unfortunately the rain had me too nervous to pull the camera out.
Definitely, we’ll be planning to do this again. I’ll be looking at a Saturday night in late June-July-Early August. I’ll start floating possible dates in a couple of weeks, but for now, I’m taking a while off from party-planning (especially with that draft-thing coming up).
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Pics or it didnt happen
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I've never been happier to have Crabs
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