Chazberg Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 What's your rationale for including the A's in that?His point seems valid, they're a team with historical precedent for vests. If they can ever look good, as you admit that they can, then the Reds are worth considering.Anyway, bickering aside. I included the A's just cuz of that throwback game and me personally agreeing with whoever else said how good they looked and that they can pull it off. More of a personal opinion I guess. But I do think that in the Reds' case the ditching of the vests made them look more professional, more like the original baseball team that they are. charles-noerenberg.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Wow, you're cool, bro; awesome witty retort, too. Seriously, anyone who makes comments about a complete stranger's sex life (or lack thereof) probably isn't getting any themselves. And someone who comments about someone who comment's about a complete stranger's sex life DEFINITELY isn't getting any themselves.That'd be tough seeing as how I'm married and have a daughter. But thanks for playing...... So are you saying you're not getting any from EITHER? Damn. I'm sorry. That's like double-rejection.Wow....you're reaching NoHoJoe levels of stupidity here. First, you criticize another member of the board for making an observation about a jersey (FWI: that's what this forum is about). Then, you embarrass yourself further by attacking another member of the board (instead of just manning up and admitting that your joke wasn't funny). Finally, for the icing on the cake, you somehow misunderstand a simple English sentence. So, please, enlighten me: are you acting like an idiot on purpose or does this come naturally to you?NoHoJoe? Okay.... I don't speak "backwoods hick" lingo so I'll just skip over that term....Here is a better question for you: If you consider me to be stupid, embarassing, misunderstanding, unmanly, and idiotic (none of which I have called you), yet you continue to have a dialogue with me, what does that make YOU? Please enlighten me. 1) I'm no backwoods hick. I'm from New York City, which is about as far from hick territory as one can get. 2) NoHoJoe is an exceedingly annoying member of this board. 3) Do you realize that your response is essentially "I know you are, but what am I?" Have I suddenly been sucked back through time to when I was in elementary school?Considering that is your highest form of education, I'm not sure what other learning institution you could have been sucked back to. So, probably.I feel that by arguing with someone of your intelligence, I am actually losing brains cells. In fact, your unimaginative, simple insults have led me to believe that you are somewhere in the range 13-15 years old. If so, isn't it a bit past your bed time?Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Like most people on this board, I have a college degree. Also, the reason that I believe that you are in the 13-15 year old range is because you are making sex jokes that are only funny to you and you've used the word 'like' improperly twice now (I've bolded them for you so they'd be easier for you to find; you can thank me whenever ). As for your pathetic attempt at insulting my wife (I mean, c'mon "....right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place...." All you're really doing is taking my insult to you and slightly modifying it; if you had tried for some originality at the outset, then we probably wouldn't even be having this argument), I find it almost humorous. The irony is really the best part, in my opinion. Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frozenguy Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Like most people on this board, I have a college degree. Also, the reason that I believe that you are in the 13-15 year old range is because you are making sex jokes that are only funny to you and you've used the word 'like' improperly twice now (I've bolded them for you so they'd be easier for you to find; you can thank me whenever ). As for your pathetic attempt at insulting my wife (I mean, c'mon "....right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place...." All you're really doing is taking my insult to you and slightly modifying it; if you had tried for some originality at the outset, then we probably wouldn't even be having this argument), I find it almost humorous. The irony is really the best part, in my opinion.1) I'd be willing to challenge your assertion that most people here have a college degree. And well, people are putting up popcorn smileys. I am giving them a show at your expense. So some people are finding them funny. No need to highlight the word "like" for me.... I typed it, I can read it....... But I didnt know this was a grammar contest. You know what they say though, if you have to attack a persons GRAMMAR on an internet board to prove them wrong then.... you dont have a very strong case.... (for whatever you are trying to prove, btw).2) Ummm the irony that I would be :censored:ing your wife while you sleep is the best part? Yeah I guess that is pretty humorous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Like most people on this board, I have a college degree. Also, the reason that I believe that you are in the 13-15 year old range is because you are making sex jokes that are only funny to you and you've used the word 'like' improperly twice now (I've bolded them for you so they'd be easier for you to find; you can thank me whenever ). As for your pathetic attempt at insulting my wife (I mean, c'mon "....right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place...." All you're really doing is taking my insult to you and slightly modifying it; if you had tried for some originality at the outset, then we probably wouldn't even be having this argument), I find it almost humorous. The irony is really the best part, in my opinion.1) I'd be willing to challenge your assertion that most people here have a college degree. And well, people are putting up popcorn smileys. I am giving them a show at your expense. So some people are finding them funny. No need to highlight the word "like" for me.... I typed it, I can read it....... But I didnt know this was a grammar contest. You know what they say though, if you have to attack a persons GRAMMAR on an internet board to prove them wrong then.... you dont have a very strong case.... (for whatever you are trying to prove, btw).2) Ummm the irony that I would be :censored:ing your wife while you sleep is the best part? Yeah I guess that is pretty humorous.Ok, I guess you don't know what the word 'irony' means. I suppose I overestimated you. Oh well, we all make mistakes. Also, if you read my argument, you would see that I brought up your grammar to support the assertion that I made about your age (an assertion that you have yet to refute). Finally please inform me of who this they is that says ,"if you have to attack a persons GRAMMAR on an internet board to prove them wrong then.... you dont have a very strong case...." Their views intrigue me and I would like to subscribe to their newsletter (kudos to the one who realizes where my last sentence is quoted from). Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Probably could have been taken to PM and I probably shouldn't add to the nonsense, but insinuating that Koizim should be soliciting sex from his daughter is pretty low. Frozenguy should really stop and reassess if he actually wants to be a member of this community, and if perhaps he should admit fault and move on. On topic, the Reds finally have it right. No vests plz. 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakland ehs Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Where's that popcorn smiley when you need it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Where's that popcorn smiley when you need it?Heee-heee! Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OMMF Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks.As a fellow grammar Nazi, looking at his other posts will even further accentuate how the public school system has failed this child (although I must admit, I am guilty of putting four periods into my ellipses; I do it to be unique ). Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks. 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks.Wouldn't it be "its" not "it's"? "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks.We have entered the Twilight Zone. Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OMMF Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks.Wouldn't it be "its" not "it's"?Of course. Doesn't anyone have a satire detector anymore? Sheesh.The ironing was delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koizim Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well, I am good practice. If you ever get a GED or anything you will need to learn to think critically, reason, etc. so don't get discouraged when arguing with someone of my intelligence. Think of it as practice.Another tip: Age and intelligence aren't really correlated that well. You are living proof.... consideirng that you are married and have a kid, yet still are such a..... well, let's just say you are a little slow,. Yet there are kids in elementary school out there who can do calculus. I have no idea how you got 13-15, nor do I know how that is relevant in terms of intelligence. And most 13-15 year olds dont really have bedtimes. When you grow up (at least mentally) you will (or should) be allowed to stay up as late as you want! Like even past midnight! But right now you need a bedtime so that once you are in bed your wife can make her nightly trip over to my place.... damn can you get to bed already...... oh , I've said too much.Yes, intelligence at it's finest.Also, an ellipsis consists of three period marks.Wouldn't it be "its" not "it's"?Of course. Doesn't anyone have a satire detector anymore? Sheesh.Mine's in the shop. Damn thing's busted again. I tells ya, these foreigners don't know how to build anything right. Just like that wacky Kaiser. Engine, Engine, Number Nine, on the New York transit line, If my train goes off the track, pick it up! Pick it up! Pick it up! Back on the scene, crispy and clean, You can try, but then why, 'cause you can't intervene. We be the outcast, down for the settle. Won't play the rock, won't play the pebble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Anyway, bickering aside. I included the A's just cuz of that throwback game and me personally agreeing with whoever else said how good they looked and that they can pull it off. More of a personal opinion I guess. But I do think that in the Reds' case the ditching of the vests made them look more professional, more like the original baseball team that they are.Just to point out that the Reds are not the "original baseball team," no matter how much they like to pretend. The first openly professional squad was an unrelated team of similar name which broke up in 1870, most of its team subsequently relocating to Boston and becoming (eventually) the Braves. The current Reds are the third "Cincinnati Red Stockings."That particular lie really bothers me. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Survival79 Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Anyway, bickering aside. I included the A's just cuz of that throwback game and me personally agreeing with whoever else said how good they looked and that they can pull it off. More of a personal opinion I guess. But I do think that in the Reds' case the ditching of the vests made them look more professional, more like the original baseball team that they are.Just to point out that the Reds are not the "original baseball team," no matter how much they like to pretend. The first openly professional squad was an unrelated team of similar name which broke up in 1870, most of its team subsequently relocating to Boston and becoming (eventually) the Braves. The current Reds are the third "Cincinnati Red Stockings."That particular lie really bothers me.So, for MLB purposes, would the "original baseball team" be the Atlanta Braves? We are wolves • Under the moon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Survival79 Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Their views intrigue me and I would like to subscribe to their newsletter (kudos to the one who realizes where my last sentence is quoted from).The ironing was delicious.OMMF beat me to it. We are wolves • Under the moon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sport Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Anyway, bickering aside. I included the A's just cuz of that throwback game and me personally agreeing with whoever else said how good they looked and that they can pull it off. More of a personal opinion I guess. But I do think that in the Reds' case the ditching of the vests made them look more professional, more like the original baseball team that they are.Just to point out that the Reds are not the "original baseball team," no matter how much they like to pretend. The first openly professional squad was an unrelated team of similar name which broke up in 1870, most of its team subsequently relocating to Boston and becoming (eventually) the Braves. The current Reds are the third "Cincinnati Red Stockings."That particular lie really bothers me.But it is correct that the city of Cincinnati had the first professional baseball team, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Yes, Cincy did. First openly professional team, to be safe.It just doesn't have any relationship with the current club, no matter what they try to claim.As for the Braves, they were formed out of some of the administration and roster of the first club, but I wouldn't consider them the same club either. But if any team can lay claim to the history of the first professional club, it's Atlanta and not Cincinnati. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BallWonk Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Yes, Cincy did. First openly professional team, to be safe.It just doesn't have any relationship with the current club, no matter what they try to claim.As for the Braves, they were formed out of some of the administration and roster of the first club, but I wouldn't consider them the same club either. But if any team can lay claim to the history of the first professional club, it's Atlanta and not Cincinnati.I know how fun it is to argue against received wisdom. But it's possible to go too far in countering not-quite-true myths and create a whole new class of misinformation. Which is what this argument almost does. Yes, the core of the '69 Red Stockings players were lured to Boston to form the Red Stockings, a team that underwent several reorganizations on the way to becoming the Braves franchise. But we're talking about four guys here. However, the core of individuals who ran the '69 Red Stockings stayed in Cincy and were instrumental in founding the successor Red Stockings organization. When that club folded after 1880, the core of its management were instrumental in founding the Red Stockings of the American Association, which is today's Reds franchise. So, yes, the Reds claim to be the Red Stockings is laughably overblown. However, there is a legitimate chain of continuity of management between the clubs such that there is a meaningful relationship of "corporate ancestry" among them. So there is also a real, though thin, connection. And that connection is more meaningful to American ideas of corporate identity than the connection between the '69 Red Stockings and the Atlanta Braves. If the 2009 Nats bought the contracts of the four best players on the Pittsburgh Pirates roster, we would not say that the Pirates relocated to Washington. Anyway, my point is merely that there is a much more nuanced history here than a choice between "the 1869 Red Stockings became the Reds" and "Oh no, they have nothing to do with each other." There is a legitimate claim to be made for the Reds "descent" from the Red Stockings, just as there is for the Braves. I say make the Braves at Reds the permanent MLB season opener and let the winner claim the Red Stockings mantle for the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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