Gothamite Posted September 9, 2016 Share Posted September 9, 2016 I don't think either is so overwhelmingly iconic as to prohibit a minor league team from adopting the name. Quote The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FGM13 Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 11 hours ago, AstroBull21 said: I actually think of the Astros with Biggio, Bagwell, Derek Bell, and to an extent Lance Berkman. This isn't an argument against the name, but the Red Sox seem to have their own Killer B's developing in Bogaerts, Betts, Bradley and Benintendi. Quote GO OILERS-GO BLUE JAYS-GO ESKIMOS-GO COLTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uuh70 Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 I would have loved the Staten Island Wiseguys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Admiral Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Staten Island Fairies, come on, do it. On 9/8/2016 at 8:58 PM, FGM13 said: These names are getting way too specific while simultaneously meaning nothing at all. None of those are any good, except maybe Killer Bees. This is a very good observation. "Yard Goats" comes to mind. Incidentally, did we ever talk about how Hartford never finished building their park? Quote ♫ oh yeah, board goes on, long after the thrill of postin' is gone ♫ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeauxColonels Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 On September 8, 2016 at 1:50 PM, WSU151 said: Man, I think all of those are pretty bad. Pizza Rats kinda sounds it like was inspired by TMNT...maybe...not really...? More than likely, it's inspired by this: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Yep. They're considering naming themselves after a two-year-old meme. 1 Quote The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panthers_2012 Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 1 hour ago, Gothamite said: Yep. They're considering naming themselves after a two-year-old meme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeauxColonels Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 ...and here I was worried that the proposed new names for the Zephyrs would be the worst in the minor leagues. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrodsep Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 The problem with Heroes is that it can lead to a possible food association since heroes is another word for a sub and it can lead in nicely to bevy of "super" heroes specialty uniforms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynasty Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 What the hell is a rock pigeon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panthers_2012 Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 8 hours ago, Dolphins Dynasty said: What the hell is a rock pigeon? It's like a rock lobster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WSU151 Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 12 hours ago, Dolphins Dynasty said: What the hell is a rock pigeon? Well, according to Google, it's a....... Quote Smart is believing half of what you hear. Genius is knowing which half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TampaBayEverybodyLovesRays Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 All those SI Yanks names are awful... here's to hoping there is a name on the back-burner they haven't told us about. Staten Island Bambinos, anyone? Clippers? Iron Horses? Scooters? Tugboats? Quote Tampa Bay Everybody Loves Rays Go 'Nova | Go Irish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerGuyJordan Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 22 hours ago, TampaBayEverybodyLovesRays said: All those SI Yanks names are awful... here's to hoping there is a name on the back-burner they haven't told us about. Staten Island Bambinos, anyone? Clippers? Iron Horses? Scooters? Tugboats? While I personally like Tugboats, I doubt anyone would set themselves up for a "Let's go Tugs" chant. It's no Austin Peay, but still. Quote Thunder Bay Lynx - International Hockey Association (2 seasons, 2017-18, 2019-20, 2018 Xtreme Cup Champions) | Houston Armadillos - Major League Hockey (2 seasons, 2016-18) | Minnesota Muskies - North American Basketball Association (1 season, 2017-2018) | Louisville Thoroughbreds - United League of Baseball (1 season, 2017, 2017 United Cup Champions) | Las Vegas Thunderbirds - International Basketball League (1 season, 2016-17, 2017 Champions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc49erfan15 Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 4 hours ago, BeerGuyJordan said: While I personally like Tugboats, I doubt anyone would set themselves up for a "Let's go Tugs" chant. It's no Austin Peay, but still. "Let's go Tugs" chanted by a crowd would sound something like "Less Goat Hugs." So, I'm 100% all-in for Tugboats! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nash61 Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 On 9/12/2016 at 1:20 PM, TampaBayEverybodyLovesRays said: All those SI Yanks names are awful... here's to hoping there is a name on the back-burner they haven't told us about. Staten Island Bambinos, anyone? Clippers? Iron Horses? Scooters? Tugboats? Or the easiest one of all, Ferries! \ Other options: Staten Island Oysters ("Shellfish was a staple of their diet, including the Eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica) abundant in the waterways throughout the present-day New York City region. Evidence of their habitation can still be seen in shell middens along the shore in the Tottenville section, where oyster shells larger than 12 inches (305 mm) are not uncommon") Staten Island Hudsons (Henry Hudson) Staten Island Wheels (After the New York Wheel) Staten Island Snakes (alliterated) or Rattlers ("The Staten Island Zoo was also the first to exhibit all the 32 varieties of rattlesnakes known to occur in the United States.[citation needed] In the late 1960s, the Zoo maintained the most complete rattlesnake collection in the world with 39 varieties.") Quote On September 20, 2012 at 0:50 AM, 'CS85 said: It's like watching the hellish undead creakily shuffling their way out of the flames of a liposuction clinic dumpster fire. On February 19, 2012 at 9:30 AM, 'pianoknight said: Story B: Red Wings go undefeated and score 100 goals in every game. They also beat a team comprised of Godzilla, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln, 2 Power Rangers and Betty White. Oh, and they played in the middle of Iraq on a military base. In the sand. With no ice. Santa gave them special sand-skates that allowed them to play in shorts and t-shirts in 115 degree weather. Jesus, Zeus and Buddha watched from the sidelines and ate cotton candy. POTD 5/24/12, POTD 2/26/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TampaBayEverybodyLovesRays Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 1 hour ago, nash61 said: Or the easiest one of all, Ferries! \ Other options: Staten Island Oysters ("Shellfish was a staple of their diet, including the Eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica) abundant in the waterways throughout the present-day New York City region. Evidence of their habitation can still be seen in shell middens along the shore in the Tottenville section, where oyster shells larger than 12 inches (305 mm) are not uncommon") Staten Island Hudsons (Henry Hudson) Staten Island Wheels (After the New York Wheel) Staten Island Snakes (alliterated) or Rattlers ("The Staten Island Zoo was also the first to exhibit all the 32 varieties of rattlesnakes known to occur in the United States.[citation needed] In the late 1960s, the Zoo maintained the most complete rattlesnake collection in the world with 39 varieties.") All better. The ones I listed were all Yankee player nicknames. Bambinos - Ruth, Iron Horses - Gehrig, Clippers - DiMaggio, Scooters - Rizzuto, Tugboats - Munson 1 Quote Tampa Bay Everybody Loves Rays Go 'Nova | Go Irish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WSU151 Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 7 hours ago, nash61 said: Or the easiest one of all, Ferries! \ Other options: Staten Island Oysters ("Shellfish was a staple of their diet, including the Eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica) abundant in the waterways throughout the present-day New York City region. Evidence of their habitation can still be seen in shell middens along the shore in the Tottenville section, where oyster shells larger than 12 inches (305 mm) are not uncommon") Staten Island Hudsons (Henry Hudson) Staten Island Wheels (After the New York Wheel) Staten Island Snakes (alliterated) or Rattlers ("The Staten Island Zoo was also the first to exhibit all the 32 varieties of rattlesnakes known to occur in the United States.[citation needed] In the late 1960s, the Zoo maintained the most complete rattlesnake collection in the world with 39 varieties.") Reading the last paragraph made me think of three more possible names for this Staten Island team...1) Staten Island Vipers, and then 2) Staten Island Black Knights or 3) Staten Island Aces. 1 Quote Smart is believing half of what you hear. Genius is knowing which half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerGuyJordan Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 1 hour ago, WSU151 said: Reading the last paragraph made me think of three more possible names for this Staten Island team...1) Staten Island Vipers, and then 2) Staten Island Black Knights or 3) Staten Island Aces. Are we witnessing the birth of Vegas-jacking? Like Duck-jacking, but with neon lights and more apathy. 1 Quote Thunder Bay Lynx - International Hockey Association (2 seasons, 2017-18, 2019-20, 2018 Xtreme Cup Champions) | Houston Armadillos - Major League Hockey (2 seasons, 2016-18) | Minnesota Muskies - North American Basketball Association (1 season, 2017-2018) | Louisville Thoroughbreds - United League of Baseball (1 season, 2017, 2017 United Cup Champions) | Las Vegas Thunderbirds - International Basketball League (1 season, 2016-17, 2017 Champions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mojo Maniac Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Someone PLEASE make it stop... The new Rangers high-A affiliate-to-be in Kinston, NC now has a name-the-team poll up. From MiLB.com: Down East Eagles VoteA nod to baseball history in the Eastern part of the state, the Eagles were the first pro team to play at Historic Grainger Stadium. Down East HamHawks VoteAs one of the country's biggest pork producers, there's no questioning the importance of the mighty pig in North Carolina. But, hogs are just a fraction of what the state is known for - this is also the birthplace of aviation. This team name is a play on words paying homage to some of the state's most notable contributions. Down East Hogzillas VoteWhole hog BBQ is part of the very fabric that makes Eastern North Carolina a colorful place. Hogzilla is a mighty and powerful team ready to bring home the bacon, and the wins, for fans. Down East Shaggers VoteThe Carolina Shag is a partner dance that will leave your toes tapping. Watch for members of this team to shag balls on the field and maybe even invite you to dance at the ballpark. Down East Wood Ducks VoteAlso known as "woodies", these colorful local waterfowl and a favorite among local hunters and boast some of the sharpest claws among all ducks. Less than 24 hours after hatching, these gutsy ducklings make a long and unassisted jump out of their nest high above the ground. Look for this team to make equally plucky plays on the field. Quote From San Berdoo to Kalamazoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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