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Quick note....

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

Public House

6:00 - 8:00 PM

24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94107

 

It's an SB Nation meetup! I'm told there are free drinks if you RSVP. Free! I should be there, even if just for a little bit. So that also means you'll be able to get about 500 yards from howtheyscored, who will be there in a manner that pleases the court.

Again: Free booze.

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Yay Booze

Wilber Bucardo: Carlos Silva with a younger brother.

by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 11:05 AM PDT reply actions  

holy crap!

I thought the twitter headline was a joke. Man I wish I lived there

Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team

by bondslegend on Jun 29, 2010 11:06 AM PDT reply actions  

This.

Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.

by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

yep

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

double yep.

Don't get it?
Try FAQ or FAQII

by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

I picked the wrong week to quit drinking

In awe of his adopted dad: equipment manager Mike Murphy, who has been with the club since their move to San Francisco in 1958!
'The longer I do this the smarter I get' --Brian Sabean

by ringleader3 on Jun 29, 2010 11:06 AM PDT reply actions  

I picked the wrong week to stop sniffing glue

"Bengie Molina - the quintessential double play possibility." - Jon MIller

by calpolynate on Jun 29, 2010 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions  

YAY!

They could be Giants...but not really.

by esseffgeez on Jun 29, 2010 11:08 AM PDT reply actions  

Free!?

I was already going when I was just going to buy one overpriced drink and hang out with a bunch of other nerds.

Mark DeRosa just got the damn surgery.

by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 11:09 AM PDT reply actions  

thanks for the advance notice!

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 11:09 AM PDT reply actions  

Thanks for not supporting this site by clicking on the ad that’s been running for, like, two weeks!

by Grant Brisbee on Jun 29, 2010 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

Thank you for stealing food from the mouths of Grant’s family, DELOREAN!

Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.

by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

i hope grant brings the little Frisbee baby so i can steal her lollipop

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions  

“Nobody ever brings anything small into a bar”

You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean

by bgunn on Jun 29, 2010 11:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

I just hope the court and/or Grant hasn’t seen Mrs. Doubtfire.

"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff

by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 11:09 AM PDT reply actions  

/runby fruiting

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

I will be at the Grizzlies/River Cats game that night. I expect a full report from whoever goes.

by kdl on Jun 29, 2010 11:12 AM PDT reply actions  

I'll be there!

Report expected, but since I’ll be gone for the weekend, I don’t really expect to read it.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:39 PM PDT up reply actions  

I was invited to the one in Philly. I decided to pass, as I didn’t want to hear about Moyer, Victorino and Palanco being All-Stars.

Also, I don’t like being puked on.

Also, also, I don’t want to hear about McNabb and how he isn’t a leader anymore.

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 11:16 AM PDT reply actions  

Dude, McNabb is totally not a leader anymore. Otherwise, why would the Eagles have traded him?

I feel prickishly demanding!

I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.

by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 29, 2010 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions  

Are roosters allowed?

He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.

by gallo del cielo on Jun 29, 2010 11:18 AM PDT reply actions  

sorry, cock-free esrablishment

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

At an Internet meetup?

"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff

by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions  

A cock of cocks.

The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.

by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions  

A cete of badgers.

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

Only regular ones.

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

You had me at 'free'

Imma stop by for a spell after work.

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 11:19 AM PDT reply actions  

you’ll be able to get about 500 yards from howtheyscored, who will be there in a manner that pleases howtheyscored

Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG

by Useful_Idiot on Jun 29, 2010 11:22 AM PDT reply actions  

I’ll go if someone drives me home. I’m not picky about which home.

Belted!

by AndYourBirdCanSing on Jun 29, 2010 11:23 AM PDT reply actions  

What?

We had no free booze at the Denver one.

I call bullcrap.

(can I say bullcrap here?)

They'll play what I tell them to play...for I am the mayor of Albuquerque!

by frightened inmate #2 on Jun 29, 2010 11:23 AM PDT reply actions  

That’s because Purple Row filed a protest against the booze.

"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff

by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

Only accessible after receiving the Eucharist.

by Every6thDay on Jun 29, 2010 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions  

Plenty of drinking on the Row, just, you know,

church after.

They'll play what I tell them to play...for I am the mayor of Albuquerque!

by frightened inmate #2 on Jun 29, 2010 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions  

did they get a TRO too?

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions  

Fucks.

You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean

by bgunn on Jun 29, 2010 11:52 AM PDT up reply actions  

Wow, free booze?

How did you swing that?

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 11:25 AM PDT reply actions  

Seems like Crown Royal has some sort of sponsorship going on…

by Grant Brisbee on Jun 29, 2010 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions  

I’m loathe to mix internet and real life, but the prospect of free booze is intriguing….

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions  

Nothing beats free booze. It’s up there next to porn, cake and porn.

The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.

by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 11:38 AM PDT up reply actions  

cake porn and booze porn.

cake plus booze porn.

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions  

in ur cake + porn doin ur booze

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

Glorious...
“Fifth Day of Strasmas”

by Every6thDay on Jun 29, 2010 12:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

Sometimes I really don’t get people.

The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.

by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions  

He really was a douche

I was hoping someone would body slam him.

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions  

WTH’s that supposed to mean? Mix internet with real life… the plastic blowup dolls are in your closet! Last time I checked I was pretty real TYVM.

Don't get it?
Try FAQ or FAQII

by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 11:56 AM PDT up reply actions  

So you are saying it is OK for Alex to bring his plastic blowup doll?

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

Merope is the blowup doll

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 12:00 PM PDT up reply actions  

I make this distinction on a regular basis. You all are internet people. A part per million in the vast, complicated ether that is the web. In real life, there are real people; people who threaten me with physical violence when I drink too much or try to kill me with their cars when I’m on the freeway.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

or try to pretend that they’re interested in what I’m saying, try not to stress how much better their life is than mine, or try to skip, etc. etc.

by Every6thDay on Jun 29, 2010 12:07 PM PDT up reply actions  

/skips/

He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.

by gallo del cielo on Jun 29, 2010 7:30 PM PDT up reply actions  

loath

not loathe

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 11:57 AM PDT up reply actions  

WHATEVER

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:00 PM PDT up reply actions  

/defensive

And I knew that!

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:01 PM PDT up reply actions  

You loathe that mistake.

"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff

by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions  

He’s a Lothario.

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions  

/humps stylus

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions  

how does that work, exactly?

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 12:57 PM PDT up reply actions  

Do you really want me to explain?

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

Yes

/grabs pen and paper

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions  

/humps pen and paper

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

How did you swing that?

Generate traffic?

You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean

by bgunn on Jun 29, 2010 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

getting tattooed that night, but I’ll try and poke my head in before my appt.

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 11:26 AM PDT reply actions  

Three Bengie Molina tattoos isn’t enough??

by Into the Void on Jun 29, 2010 12:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

Whatcha gettin?

My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, currently above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart.

by goGSW24 on Jun 29, 2010 12:12 PM PDT up reply actions  

Tattooed

The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.

by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 12:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

" Zee Plane! Zee Plane!"

Best show ever.

Except for maybe CHiPs.

Whatever Sabean thinks about the IQ of the average baseball fan, you just proved him right.

by cybermaldonado on Jun 29, 2010 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions  

I wonder if he had a little boner. That woman in the front row is hot!

Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels

by capn on Jun 29, 2010 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions  

thats wierd...

most of the girls are surprisingly ugly except that girl

in soviet russia, run scores you!....and giants still have terrible offense

Buster Posey: "I Ain't Havin' It"

by slackersphere17 on Jun 29, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

He is getting a "OMGLOLGIANTS" tat on his penis

When he gets out of the pool, it will just be “OMG”

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 12:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

LOL

My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, currently above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart.

by goGSW24 on Jun 29, 2010 12:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

What do you mean like laundry?

My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, currently above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart.

by goGSW24 on Jun 29, 2010 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions  

LOLARS

Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all

McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.

by baetown415 on Jun 29, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions  

Eddie & victim

from the cover of “Killers” on my left lower leg

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

I can’t wait to see how the various local blogs’ basement dwellers interact with each other. McC kicks Athletic Nation ass!!!

My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, currently above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart.

by goGSW24 on Jun 29, 2010 11:50 AM PDT reply actions  

A fapping battle of epic proportions?

Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!

by breadfan7 on Jun 29, 2010 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions  

internerbz:

“o hai, gimme free booz.”

hostess:
“oh, you must be from teh interwebz. STFD!”

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 11:51 AM PDT reply actions  

lol irl

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 11:55 AM PDT up reply actions  

Over/under on people wearing Star Wars/Star Trek/ Harry Potter t-shirt.

I’ll set it at 30%

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:03 PM PDT reply actions  

And take the Over.

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

Also LoTR shirts.

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

I will be wearing the Superwonderful shirt, natch.

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 12:15 PM PDT up reply actions  

How many people will be wearing nothing at all?

by Natto on Jun 29, 2010 12:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

Just howie

My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, currently above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart.

by goGSW24 on Jun 29, 2010 12:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

Me, me! Of course I won’t be there I’ll be in the shower getting ready to go nye-nites…

Don't get it?
Try FAQ or FAQII

by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 12:18 PM PDT up reply actions  

Send pics to my BlackBerry

I can share them with everyone

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 12:19 PM PDT up reply actions  

YOU SHOULD GET THE IPHONE 4 SO YOU CAN VIDEO TALK WITH EVERYONE!

/bondslegend

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions  

/camera breaks

Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott

by jhiat00 on Jun 29, 2010 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

/blames microsoft

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:34 PM PDT up reply actions  

YOU ARE JUST HOLDING IT WRONG!

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions  

(twhs)

WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience

by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions  

BUY MORE PRODUCTS TO FIX IT!

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions  

Pics or didn’t happen!

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions  

That’s jcb9

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:26 PM PDT up reply actions  

Three wolves moon?

You're F*cking Out!

by Kenny F*cking Powers on Jun 29, 2010 12:19 PM PDT up reply actions  

Must.Buy.Now.

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions  

nice

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 12:25 PM PDT up reply actions  

wait

that’s completely unrealistic. cats don’t wear t-shirts.

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 12:32 PM PDT up reply actions  

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions  

I hated that episode.

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions  

I can imagine the pitch

“Okay, so imagine, if you will….the Enterprise crew as Robin Hood and his merry men!”

“Hmm.”

“Well, I like it!”

“So, will it be Q or a holodeck malfunction?”

The baseball Satanist
I promise that my adopted Giant, one Zach Wheeler, will not shoot anybody.
"I told the family lovingly slide"

by thehavenot on Jun 29, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions  

“Also, we’ll bring back Vash, because she wasn’t quite annoying and unconvincing enough the first time around!”

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions  

The many seasons of Worf.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions  

sl

Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.

by delorean on Jun 29, 2010 1:17 PM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

I just got one upped.

Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!

by say hey nation on Jun 29, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions  

Oh my god.

INTERNET ONENESS HAS BEEN ACHIEVED.

Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, who has been resurrected and has returned to..(reads)...Fresno? And is also an outfielder now.

Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.

by scout6 on Jun 30, 2010 10:23 AM PDT up reply actions  

Reason To Drink #109

“I don’t want this to get in their heads too much.”

—Manager Bruce Bochy on his team leading the NL in double-play grounders. They’re on target to break the franchise record of 153, set in 1939, and challenge the big-league record of 174, set by the 1990 Red Sox.

You're F*cking Out!

by Kenny F*cking Powers on Jun 29, 2010 12:08 PM PDT reply actions  

Really want them to bring back the "Road to History" graphic

from the Bonds home run chase… play that on the jumbo screen whenever they hit into a double play.

by Every6thDay on Jun 29, 2010 12:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

But the Twins

lead the majors in GIDPs. That makes me feel a little better, even though Panda shouldn’t swing at the first pitch so much when there’s a guy on first.

Rooting for the Yankees is like cheering the tanks at Tianamen Square.

by brothersky on Jun 30, 2010 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't be seen dead with you people

I wouldn’t mind being seen alive with you people, though.

Unfortunately, I’ll be camping. I choose my family and nature over your meetup.

The baseball Satanist
I promise that my adopted Giant, one Zach Wheeler, will not shoot anybody.
"I told the family lovingly slide"

by thehavenot on Jun 29, 2010 12:39 PM PDT reply actions  

if only there were a live satellite feed of the event…

...Dr. Vader will see you now.

by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions  

WTF no one told me there was free booze

Or. I definitely would have gone to the meet-up here in Phoenix.

Except….. I just remembered, I don’t drink alcohol.

Well… If I did drink booze, I definitely would have gone!

Whatever Sabean thinks about the IQ of the average baseball fan, you just proved him right.

by cybermaldonado on Jun 29, 2010 12:59 PM PDT reply actions  

I don’t think I’ll make it, but Public House is fucking legit for beer, for my fellow beer nerds. If they have Saison du Buff, put in in your mouth hole.

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:09 PM PDT reply actions  

I dunno. Look like not right now. But they change up the taps daily.

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

Ah yes, “taps” the Giants theme song.

Don't get it?
Try FAQ or FAQII

by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions  

So French beer is good?

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

No

But beer from French-speaking countries (Canada in this case) usually is.

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

My favorite source-country for beer is the United States.

Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.

by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions  

Mine too. We make damn good beer here.

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions  

COUNTRY BIAS

I missed two things while living in Europe: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and Russian River, all.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions  

Yeah, I’d imagine that there are a lot fewer IPA type beers over there.

Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.

by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions  

I scoured the earth for Sierra Nevada.

There was a place called the Fat Cat, and it had 50 or so beers on tap as well as 500 bottled varieties. Yes, they had Sierra Nevada. Celebration, the special Christmas brew. I was so disappointed.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions  

I hear Anchor Steam is fairly available in Europe.

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions  

Never saw it.

Then again, I’m not a big fan of Anchor Steam.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions  

D:

Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare

by jponry on Jun 29, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions  

I know, I know.

It could be that I’m so immersed in Russian River awesomeness that I don’t give Anchor Steam the credit it deserves. Then again, I have often argued that Budweiser isn’t as awful as people make it out to be….

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions  

Well, that’s a bizarre set of tastes. To recap:

Russian River=excellent
Budweiser= underrated
Anchor Steam= cat pee

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions  

I'm not saying it makes sense.

I also have a strange foodness for nacho cheese slime and Flamin’ Hot Cheet-o’s.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions  

Both of those things are delicious.

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by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions  

I used to go out of my way to coat my fingers in a layer of red spice dust, simply for the joy of consuming that wonderful substance in its purest form.

No one will believe it, but I’m actually quite thin.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions  

lol foodness.

I like it.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

agreed with the nacho cheese. though i prefer the jalepeno cheetos (a little less hot, but still plenty of flavor)

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by lame-o on Jun 29, 2010 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions  

Anchor Steam is readily available in Chicago, at least. This pleases me.

by North Side Chicago Expatriate Giants Fan on Jun 29, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions  

I also find that the “special” SN beers are usually inferior to the stuff they have year-round.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions  

I explained that the proprietors, but they were not impressed.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions  

*TO the proprietors

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:51 PM PDT up reply actions  

Well, they actually started making IPA (IPA=India Pale Ale=beer the English made with extra hops so it would make the trip to India) but CA & OR really started hopping the shit out of the style to what we have today (much to my appreciation).

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions  

Right, but English IPA tastes different.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions  

We have better hops. :)

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions  

Makes sense. We have a lot of different climates to work with.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions  

The internet seems to think that the two main differences are the types of hops (as you said), and that in England, IPAs are usually brewed to lower alcohol contents than in the US.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions  

Generally. The West Coast has definitely gone a bit apeshit with hoppiness & alcohol. That’s why a lot of people will use “west coast IPA” as a kind of genre for Big Daddy and Pliny and Lagunitas IPA, as opposed to the old British IPAs which are really mild in comparison.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions  

And it makes more sense the British way, because the point of an IPA is to enjoy the flavor, not to get blitzed after the second pint.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions  

It’s possible I’m a philistine with a hideous palate, because I love all those beers.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions  

Nah. I like them, too. There’s just too many of them out there.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions  

One can get not-blitzed after two pints of lots of these beers. Or, lots of places will sell the stronger beers in smaller tulip glasses (Public House being one of these). Yeah, some of them are 11% and will knock you on your ass, but not all of them. And honestly, some of those super-strong ones manage to be really well-balanced. Pliny the younger and Speakeasy’s one-off triple IPA are examples of that.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions  

According to Wikipedia, most English IPAs are in the 3-5% range. It’s tough to find an American IPA below 6.5%.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’ve noticed anything below 5% referred to as a low ABV, which I think is kind of funny.

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by calpolynate on Jun 29, 2010 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions  

also, i disagree

I think it’s quite easy to find an American IPA below 6.5%. Here are several:

Lagunitas
Drake’s
Bear Republic
Stone
Firestone Walker
Anderson Valley
Deschutes

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by calpolynate on Jun 29, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions  

Stone IPA: 6.9%
Drakes: 7%
Bear Republic: 7%
Firestone Union jack: 7.5%
Deschutes: 6.8%
Anderson Valley: 7%

Only Lagunitas is under 6.5%

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

With Firestone, I was thinking of the Double Barrel, which isn’t IPA.

For the rest, close enough. :)

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by calpolynate on Jun 29, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions  

All England has is rain, cows and sheep. Oh, and concrete. Lots and lots of concrete.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions  

I find this offensive. They also have hooligans.

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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions  

Sorry

gotta go with the United Kingdom, with Belgium and Germany close behind

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by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions  

Anything they can do, we can do better.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions  

We could, we just choose not to.

America needs to give me a call when we’re over hopping the shit out of every beer.

Mark DeRosa just got the damn surgery.

by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions  

I do agree on that fact. Adding more and more hops to beer gets to be like adding more and more pepper to food. At some point it becomes overwhelming and one-dimensional.

I want to see a new fad. Perhaps a wave of caramelized malt beers (like Scottish ales).

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions  

That would be a fad I would enjoy , even if it were just a fad. (kinda like Judd Apatow)

Also, pretty much everything Scottish rules: The Jesus and Mary Chain, Scottish Ales, David Hume, scotch, Ian McEwan.

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by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions  

you forgot the other Hume

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by jponry on Jun 29, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions  

YES

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by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions  

Oh, right. Firefly.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions  

Druggies & Jedis

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by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions  

Two of the more offensive roles in cinematic history.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:10 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’m not following.

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by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

First was offensive due to MORUL VALUES

Second, because it assassinated a beloved American institution.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:14 PM PDT up reply actions  

Bag on episodes I, II and III all you want,

…but I thought Ewan was a pretty good Obi Wan

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by Goofus on Jun 30, 2010 12:05 PM PDT up reply actions  

All he did was whine and do weird, out-of-character things. It wasn’t Ewan’s fault—-it was that he had nothing to work with.

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by rotorueter on Jun 30, 2010 12:29 PM PDT up reply actions  

“America” doesn’t. Some breweries do. There’s plenty of places making milder, well-balanced beers. They might not be in vogue, but they’re there. Check out Social Kitchen & Brewery at 9th & Irving.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions  

yeah, but the fad of crazy hoppiness is pretty widespread.

I’ll give that place a try when I’m on the other side of the bridge.

Mark DeRosa just got the damn surgery.

by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions  

Very true. I assume you’re in the East Bay; check out Barclay’s in Rockridge and Beer Revolution in Jack London Square. Both of them have a good variety of beer, with plenty more than the usual west coast hop bombs.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

Barclay’s looks like my kind of place, but I haven’t gone there yet.

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by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

I dig it; I was just there on Thursday. Lots of rotating taps, good pub food (breaded+fried dill chips!) and a dog-friendly patio. And TVs.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

I don’t like beer. Well that’s not entirely true. When we were here: Snowshoe Brewing Company I tried their Snoweizen I liked that.

Mr. Merope likes beer; whenever we go to a new place he’ll try one of those sampler thingies… but I never like any of them.

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by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions  

You could always try a few hefeweisens; damn near everybody makes one, and most places will let you taste before committing to a pint.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions  

That’s why we get the sampler dealie Mr. Merope usually includes an IPA, a something-weizen and then 2 others that sound good to him. It’s a long freaking way to drive, to Arnold, just to get beer. …Though they did have a good chicken sandwich there.

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by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions  

You two sound like the perfect beer couple.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions  

Germany?

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by baetown415 on Jun 29, 2010 2:42 PM PDT up reply actions  

That is also a country.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions  

Did they used to be called Hubsch?

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by bgunn on Jun 29, 2010 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions  

That was one of Sudwerk’s beers (apparently).
http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/219/40150

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions  

Sudwerk is the name of the Restaurant, Hubsch is the name of the brewery. So it is Sudwerk brand Hubsch Brau from Privatbraueri Hübsch. The Mai Bock will FUCK you up, so they have a 2/3 l. limit which is fun to exceed.

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by bigboneded on Jun 29, 2010 1:58 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

I can’t say I’m much of a fan of Saisons. Too grassy.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions  

I like the funkiness. Then again, I like the super-sours like Consecration.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’ve never had any Russian River beer. Ever. It makes me sad.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions  

That’s a crime. Where are you?

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions  

Several thousands of miles east.

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions  

There’s probably still some RRBC to be had. They opened a production facility a year or two ago and they’re getting much wider distribution.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions  

Check these sites:
http://beeradvocate.com/beerfly/directory/0/US
http://beermapping.com/city-beer-maps/

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions  

How much midwest and east coast brew makes it out there? Can Bells or Founders be found in the Bay Area?

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions  

Neither of those, really. Goose Island is starting to make it, as is Victory.

City Beer Store is just one store, but they pretty much get everything that can be gotten in the Bay Area.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions  

If you really like high quality beer, check out Coors. You won’t be disappointed.

by Into the Void on Jun 29, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions  

mmmmm corn and rice

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by rotorueter on Jun 29, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions  

But I go to so few banquets.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions  

seconded

I was pleasantly surprised to see the beer selection at Public House. I had the Stone Saison, very unique indeed. I thought it tasted like dandelions.

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by calpolynate on Jun 29, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions  

This goes against my whole premise of visiting this blog. I don’t do the sports bar scene, or any bar scene to speak of. I dropped into the Chop House last year, and looked in on the Public House this year and its always the same crowd. I’m curious about the SB crowd though.

/being my antisocial self

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by timmeh on Jun 29, 2010 1:23 PM PDT reply actions  

But do you do the free drinks scene?

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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’ve been to many open bar events with the food spread, usually work related. So, no I wouldn’t go just for the free drinks. Like I said the draw would be the SB crowd and prizes.

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by timmeh on Jun 29, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions  

If only I didn’t get out of class at 6 pm.

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by jponry on Jun 29, 2010 1:35 PM PDT reply actions  

I get out of class at 12:30. But, um…

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by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions  

They have these things now… called airplanes… plus you have the time zone thing working in your favor.

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by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions  

It’s doable!

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions  

LOL YOUR PRIORITIES!

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by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 29, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions  

Education comes & goes, free booze lasts a lifetime.

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by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions  

/hangover

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 1:51 PM PDT up reply actions  

If that’s the case might I suggest that you consult your urologist!

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by Merope on Jun 29, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions  

So glad...

It’s the day BEFORE my day off. And the day before I get paid so could afford the drive from Davis. Can I just RSVP that I’ll be there so somebody who forgets to RSVP can drink my free booze? (and would the conjugation be that I ‘R’ rather than adding the whole ‘SVP’?)

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No need to say “please” to yourself, unless you are into self gratification.

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by gallo del cielo on Jun 29, 2010 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions  

So, I saw an undergrad in the FSU library today wearing a Giants hat. :)

He was wearing it backwards with a flat brim and the sticker still on. :(

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by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:13 PM PDT reply actions  

You can't have everything in life..

I saw a guy today wearing a Giants hat and a Dodgers jacket.

/facepalm

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by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions  

Was he punching himself in the stomach?

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by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

Haha, unfortunately no.

He got quite a few WTF stares from people though.

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by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

I was in my car. Saw him at a red light...

I regret that I didn’t run him over..

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by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions  

He should be shot.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’m reminded of a lesson I learned in high school: Never ask people about the teams they advertise on their helmetry. You’ll just be disappointed.

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by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions  

That's unnatural

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by thehavenot on Jun 29, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

Lost a bet?

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions  

I really don’t get the sticker thing.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

Apparently there are a couple of reasons..

Either to show that the hat is new. Or that it is not a knockoff.

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by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions  

But the knockoffs are so easy to spot! So are new hats, for that matter.

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by troymccluresf on Jun 29, 2010 2:21 PM PDT up reply actions  

I didn't say it made sense..

Guess it makes sense to those who need others to think that it’s new.

LOL INSECURITY!

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by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:26 PM PDT up reply actions  

What’s the point of conspicuous consumption if it isn’t conspicuous?

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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 29, 2010 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions  

It’s fashion.

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by howtheyscored on Jun 29, 2010 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions  

The flat brim and sticker still on look is bad enough. But backwards too?

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by thehavenot on Jun 29, 2010 2:16 PM PDT up reply actions  

Remember the good old days when you could get shot for wearing a straight brimmed had turned to the side? The good days.

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by ResDog on Jun 29, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions  

Would that be Fresno State?

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by gallo del cielo on Jun 29, 2010 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions  

I am not qualified for the job :(

In China, white people can be rented.

For a day, a weekend, a week, up to even a month or two, Chinese companies are willing to pay high prices for fair-faced foreigners to join them as fake employees or business partners.

Some call it “White Guy Window Dressing.” To others, it’s known as the “White Guy in a Tie” events, “The Token White Guy Gig,” or, simply, a “Face Job.”

Zatkin was paid 2,000 yuan (about $300) to fly, along with a couple of Russian models, to a small city in the central province of Henan where he delivered a speech for the grand opening ceremony of a jewelry store there.
They have not told me what my name is today. I think it is Lawrence or something

“I was up on stage with the mayor of the town, and I made a speech about how wonderful it was to work with the company for 10 years and how we were so proud of all of the work they had done for us in China,” Zatkin said. “They put up a big bandstand and the whole town was there and some other local muckety-mucks.”

The requirements for these jobs are simple. 1. Be white. 2. Do not speak any Chinese, or really speak at all, unless asked. 3. Pretend like you just got off of an airplane yesterday.

Those who go for such gigs tend to be unemployed actors or models, part-time English teachers or other expats looking to earn a few extra bucks. Often they are jobs at a second- or third-tier city, where the presence of pale-faced foreigners is needed to impress local officials, secure a contract or simply to fulfill a claim of being international.

“Occasionally companies want a foreign face to go to meetings and conferences or to go to dinners and lunches and smile at the clients and shake people’s hands,” read an ad posted by a company called Rent A Laowai (Chinese for “foreigner”) on the online classified site thebeijinger.com.

It continued: “There are job opportunities for girls who are pretty and for men who can look good in a suit.

Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry

by jctGamer on Jun 29, 2010 2:20 PM PDT reply actions  

HAHAHAHA!

New avenue of employment.

Wilber Bucardo: Carlos Silva with a younger brother.

by gianator on Jun 29, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions  

I WAS BORN FOR THIS JOB

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions  

Hey, I know how to be a white guy!

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions  

Could you please pass the potatoes?

/Richard Pryor

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions  

majored in white studies

I like my beer cold ... my TV loud ... and my romosexuals flaming.--Homer Simpson

by nogooddeed on Jun 29, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

Will they pay for me to come from Chicago??!?!? I’m a 6’3" lawyer with custom-tailored suits and descended from Swedes! I want a vacation!

by North Side Chicago Expatriate Giants Fan on Jun 29, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions  

But Chicago is oh-so pleasant in the summer!

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions  

wait, I'd better fix that

But Chicago is oh-so pleasant in (insert season here)!

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions  

Actually, it’s really nice today. Sunny and only 70 degrees! Not humid! No thunderstorms!

by North Side Chicago Expatriate Giants Fan on Jun 29, 2010 2:31 PM PDT up reply actions  

I really loved those two or three nice days a year!

Of course, summers in Tallahassee are much worse.

Fun fact: it gets a lot hotter in Tallahassee than it does in South Florida. :(

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions  

I believe it. I went to New Orleans in late April/beginning of May, and I’m not sure I am going to complain as much about Chicago weather. Good lord it was hot and absolutely sticky humid.

by North Side Chicago Expatriate Giants Fan on Jun 29, 2010 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions  

and the Cubs, as pleasant to watch as the Giants

well, it was really gary thomasson--the great, giant, fan
Language of the McCoven--TWSS!, Meh!, STFD!, Bork!, Fail!, STFD! STFD!
mccoven diversity: Romosexuals, Velezbians, Nerb's--they're all here...

by greatgiantfan on Jun 30, 2010 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ah yeah,

One of my friends did that for a bit. But his mandarin was actually very good..

Mark DeRosa just got the damn surgery.

by oldjacket on Jun 29, 2010 2:31 PM PDT up reply actions  

Ummmmm, say what?

His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?

by PiKAgiant on Jun 29, 2010 2:28 PM PDT reply actions  

I have to pinch myself, did Grant just say something about FREE BOOZE!?!?!?!?!!?!

His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?

by PiKAgiant on Jun 29, 2010 2:29 PM PDT reply actions  

He actually said "Free Boozer"

It’s really a rally for this guy’s candidacy:

http://www.youngboozerfortreasurer.com/

Making calculations based upon statiscal histori-garbage rather than situation reality since 1980
Adopted Giant: Kaohi Downing. Because all 50th Round picks go to heaven (or at least extended spring training).
Enjoy your free Fred Lewis, Blue Jays.

by jcb9 on Jun 29, 2010 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions  

Fuck that noise, drink BEER

His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?

by PiKAgiant on Jun 29, 2010 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions  

Perks up at mention of free booze . . .

 . . . and sharpens spurs.

He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.

by gallo del cielo on Jun 29, 2010 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions  

Sexist post of the day:

Russian spy, Anna Chapman! You can spy on my doings any day, little lady.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:33 PM PDT reply actions  

I’ll take ’em up on that offer.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 29, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions  

(Insert A’s fans complaining the about the event being held at AT&T Park)

"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn

by 49er16 on Jun 29, 2010 6:30 PM PDT reply actions  

“Let’s go to Fremont” clap, clap, clapClapClap

You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean

by bgunn on Jun 30, 2010 7:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

"Let’s go to Portland" clap, clap, clapClapClap

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 30, 2010 8:15 AM PDT up reply actions  

I am next weekend.

It’s Oregon Beer Month. :D

I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com

by troymccluresf on Jun 30, 2010 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

This is the downside of working in baseball—-summer travel basically doesn’t exist.

Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.

by rotorueter on Jun 30, 2010 8:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

If its free do they check ID?

Hensley "Bam Bam" Meulens!
Better than you! Mejor que tú! Beter dan jij! 良い場合も! Mehor than abo!
"The trouble with baseball is that it is not played the year round." - Gaylord Perry

by GrahamCrakalaka on Jun 30, 2010 12:51 AM PDT reply actions  

315

The number of plate appearances Josh Hamilton has amassed this year without grounding into a double play once. He has never been an easy man to double up as he’s only grounded in 19 double plays in his 1,721 career plate appearances.

doan worry, poplo loe he team, he wan get berry good for body to play the beisbol
Proud Aussie father of Roberto Kelly

by Tim LinCyYoung on Jun 30, 2010 8:02 AM PDT reply actions  

Why would you post this? WHY?

I came here to forget about Pablo and the others.. :(

Wilber Bucardo: Carlos Silva with a younger brother.

by gianator on Jun 30, 2010 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

Perhaps this will cheer you up

doan worry, poplo loe he team, he wan get berry good for body to play the beisbol
Proud Aussie father of Roberto Kelly

by Tim LinCyYoung on Jun 30, 2010 8:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

Soon to send matt cain even more below .500

"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."

by sfgiants420 on Jun 30, 2010 9:56 AM PDT up reply actions  

If only I didn’t get off work at 11:30 p.m.! But I’ll be there, six blocks away, thinking of you guys. Or more likely thinking of pages and copy editing. But anyway. Have fun!

Still backing Notgardo, wheresoever he may wander. (Don't forget to wriiiite!)

by tk on Jun 30, 2010 10:01 AM PDT reply actions  

You probably owe it to yourself

to have a nice lunch dinner break.

I’m sure you can edit copy with a beer in one hand and red pencil in another, right?

Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard

by SoFa King Mike on Jun 30, 2010 10:09 AM PDT up reply actions  

Like you cant copy edit in a bar.

You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean

by bgunn on Jun 30, 2010 10:19 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ouch.

I hope you get overtime for that.

"Career potential: situational lefty." Situation: Ragnarok, bases loaded, Odin at the plate. You know who's getting the call.

-Adopted Giant: Dan Runzler

by Alex_Lewis on Jun 30, 2010 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions  

Just RSVP'd, so I'll probbaly be there with Mrs.Goofus

We’ll probably be there for the first hour or so.

So who else is actually planning on going?

Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!

by Goofus on Jun 30, 2010 12:11 PM PDT reply actions  

I’m gonna stop in for a drink or two, but I don’t get off work until 7 or so…

Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller

by Johnny Disaster on Jun 30, 2010 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

I’ll see you there, Goofus

Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard

by SoFa King Mike on Jul 1, 2010 9:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm not sure if I can make it

If I do, I’ll be wearing my GIGANTES hoodie and my Giants hat backwards

Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all

McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.

by baetown415 on Jul 1, 2010 1:39 AM PDT reply actions  

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