OMMF Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Oh, what a great name for a stadium. Sadly, it's very misleading.http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/stories...html?from_rss=1 The owners of Scottsdale's Pink Taco restaurant have serious designs on being the Arizona Cardinals' naming rights partner for the team's new stadium.The Cardinals, on the other hand, are about as interested in "Pink Taco Stadium" as they are Sun Devil Stadium. According to the team, the Cardinals won't ever be playing in either."We're in serious discussions with companies about naming rights, and Pink Taco is not one of them," Cardinals spokesman Mark Dalton said Monday afternoon. "There's no doubt in our minds that this is a publicity stunt."But at a Monday afternoon press conference, Pink Taco president Harry Morton sounded serious about making a deal happen. "We won't take no for an answer," he said.All determination (and cash) aside, the Cardinals can choose whomever they want as a naming rights partner, and some believe there's no real hurry to rush into a deal.Even so, Morton met with a Cardinals corporate sales representative last week to discuss a deal. He said there's a 10-year, $30 million deal on the table."A $30 million PR stunt would be pretty expensive," Morton said. "We are serious about this."Morton said Monday that there is another meeting scheduled with Cardinals officials for this week, but Dalton said no such meeting is arranged.While the Cardinals view the whole thing as a publicity stunt, the fact remains that Pink Taco seems to have the financial resources and genuine desire to make a splash with the Cardinals and the NFL.Harry Morton's father, Peter, founded the Hard Rock Cafe 35 years ago but sold it off last month for more than $700 million. Harry Morton had a $5 million check on hand at the press conference Monday that he is all-too willing to offer the Cardinals as part of the $30 million deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 For something like that to fly they need to seriously raise that offer. $3 million a year isn't going to get it done.And in Pink Taco's case, maybe if they added a zero before the first comma ($300 million over 10 years), the Cardinals would listen. Until then, its a publicity stunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclopsis Joe Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 If I could raise 300 mil, could I name it.. (tries to think of an NFC west team)...I'll be right back. I don't speak for democrats, democrats don't speak for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEAD! Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 ... well since you've got place that has a roof that opens and closes with two sliding panels and you've got an opening for the turf to roll into..... I saw, I came, I left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fonz Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 ... well since you've got place that has a roof that opens and closes with two sliding panels and you've got an opening for the turf to roll into..... Lol, dirty...I like it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleujayone Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Could be worse, the Church of Scientology could put up the money and call it "Silent Birth Stadium".They do have that kind of money to kick around, and they already sposor a NASCAR team...not that I think it would happen. We all have our little faults. Mine's in California. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I would love to see Viagra or Cialas or somekind of ed drug to have their name on the stadium. That would be funny. Pink Taco? This place sounds weird. Whoever heard of a pink taco. Signature intentionally left blank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maz Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Could be worse, the Church of Scientology could put up the money and call it "Silent Birth Stadium".They do have that kind of money to kick around, and they already sposor a NASCAR team...not that I think it would happen. How long until that thing crashes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I have to say, "Pink Taco Stadium" actually describes the place pretty well. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopard88 Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Could be worse, the Church of Scientology could put up the money and call it "Silent Birth Stadium".They do have that kind of money to kick around, and they already sposor a NASCAR team...not that I think it would happen. How long until that thing crashes? Consult your physician if it doesn't crash within 36 hours. Most Liked Content of the Day -- February 15, 2017, August 21, 2017, August 22, 2017 ///// Proud Winner of the CCSLC Post of the Day Award -- April 8, 2008 Originator of the Upside Down Sarcasm Smilie -- November 1, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapshot Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Could be worse, the Church of Scientology could put up the money and call it "Silent Birth Stadium".They do have that kind of money to kick around, and they already sposor a NASCAR team...not that I think it would happen. How long until that thing crashes? Consult your physician if it doesn't crash within 36 hours. See Alice for all the answers. Back-to-Back Fatal Forty Champion 2015 & 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Right now only Pink Taco has had an offer and the Cardinals basically laughed it off the table. I have heard companies such as Swift Transportations, Toyota and even Earnheardt(A local dealership) being interested in buying the naming rights. But right now the Pink Taco Restaurant are the only ones that have offered anything serious to the Cardinals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchie Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Could be worse, the Church of Scientology could put up the money and call it "Silent Birth Stadium". But there would bo no cheering nor photogrphy allowed... @Frenchie_TO Owner of the Rochester Americans of the MLH Owner of the Toronto Frenchies of the GCFHL6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclopsis Joe Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 and even Earnheardt(A local dealership) being interested in buying the naming rights. That'd be funny only because of all the idiots thinking it's spelled the same way as the famous (dead) NASCAR driver and saying stuff like:"Well, they were Earnheardt and the [Other Team] was the turn 4 wall! hahahaha!!111" I don't speak for democrats, democrats don't speak for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quantum Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 For something like that to fly they need to seriously raise that offer. $3 million a year isn't going to get it done.And in Pink Taco's case, maybe if they added a zero before the first comma ($300 million over 10 years), the Cardinals would listen. Until then, its a publicity stunt. If I was paying $300 million over ten years, it better have ownership connected to the deal. "One of my concerns is shysters show up and take advantage of people's good will and generosity". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred T. Jane Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Go Buzzsaw! [Croatia National Team Manager Slavan] Bilic then went on to explain how Croatia's success can partially be put down to his progressive man-management techniques. "Sometimes I lie in the bed with my players. I go to the room of Vedran Corluka and Luka Modric when I see they have a problem and I lie in bed with them and we talk for 10 minutes." Maybe Capello could try getting through to his players this way too? Although how far he'd get with Joe Cole jumping up and down on the mattress and Rooney demanding to be read his favourite page from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is open to question. --The Guardian's Fiver, 08 September 2008 Attention: In order to obtain maximum enjoyment from your stay at the CCSLC, the reader is advised that the above post may contain large amounts of sarcasm, dry humour, or statements which should not be taken in any true sort of seriousness. As a result, the above poster absolves himself of any and all blame in the event that a forum user responds to the aforementioned post without taking the previous notice into account. Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay at the CCSLC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soultrain92 Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 The Pink Taco name is just horrible in my opinion. sounds so gay Lets go Soul to arenabowl21!!!!!!!!!!Philadelphia Eagles all the way!!!!!!!GO PHILLS!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VitaminD Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I would love to see Viagra or Cialas or somekind of ed drug to have their name on the stadium. That would be funny. Pink Taco? This place sounds weird. Whoever heard of a pink taco. I hope you're not serious. I shouldn't have to explain this to you. I guess at some point, every boy needs to have this explained to him as he becomes a man. So here goes, for you and for everyone who's never been lucky enough to enjoy a Pink Taco.*rolls up sleeves*Wellllllllll... A "Pink Taco" is any one of a chain of 3 restaurants located in Scottsdale, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The chain is owned by the same family who operates the Hard Rock Cafe resturants around the world. Their menu consists of very good Mexican fare, "served with attitude". Nothing more, nothing less.And there are absolutely no suggestive double entendres that would relate or associate the name "pink taco" to anything else on this planet, in any way, shape or form, so don't worry about letting your mind wander into the gutter. No, not even for a second... I mean, a "pink taco". Can you imagine such a thing that would be pink, and take the shape of a taco shell, which holds spicy meats bathed in various sauces? Why do people always look for hidden meanings that aren't there in the first place? "Start spreading the news... They're leavin' today... Won't get to be a part of it... In old New York..."In order for the Mets' run of 12 losses in 17 games to mean something, the Phillies still had to win 13 of 17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDwas Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I would love to see Viagra or Cialas or somekind of ed drug to have their name on the stadium. That would be funny. Pink Taco? This place sounds weird. Whoever heard of a pink taco. I hope you're not serious. I shouldn't have to explain this to you. I guess at some point, every boy needs to have this explained to him as he becomes a man. So here goes, for you and for everyone who's never been lucky enough to enjoy a Pink Taco.*rolls up sleeves*Wellllllllll... A "Pink Taco" is any one of a chain of 3 restaurants located in Scottsdale, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The chain is owned by the same family who operates the Hard Rock Cafe resturants around the world. Their menu consists of very good Mexican fare, "served with attitude". Nothing more, nothing less.And there are absolutely no suggestive double entendres that would relate or associate the name "pink taco" to anything else on this planet, in any way, shape or form, so don't worry about letting your mind wander into the gutter. No, not even for a second... I mean, a "pink taco". Can you imagine such a thing that would be pink, and take the shape of a taco shell, which holds spicy meats bathed in various sauces? Why do people always look for hidden meanings that aren't there in the first place?I am dying over here after reading that. I can't wait to see Pink Taco Stadium up close, in person. I mean, I can picture maybe one or two - but a whole stadium? Damn. Tomorrow's just your future yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleujayone Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Just to show that I wasn't jokingPHOTO of NASCAR Dianetics #27Scientology goes NASCAR We all have our little faults. Mine's in California. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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