I agree that we’re getting really esoteric here. And frankly, had we not been blogging this story up until now this wouldn’t have likely registered as major news. But since the recent collective bargaining has brought up so many issues with international amateurs we thought it would be helpful to include this anecdote… Read more
I’m not sure what to say for myself. I’m from this country, too! It just...never came up? And then we had it as an office lunch and I learned that lukewarm delivery fried chicken at your desk is not the most heartening initiation. Read more
This comment is Good. Read more
Actually, MLB has different relationships with Japan and South Korea (I think just those two) because they have preexisting professional leagues. But in general, this applies to all international players. When you take out Japan and S Korea the vast majority of those happen to be from Latin America, hence the… Read more
I voted Hillary in the primary, in case that wasn’t clear from my answer. Read more
Jesus. Phillies-era Blanton was the least worthy Blanton to be a fan of. Read more
1993 Phillies or 2012 Giants Read more
You can and should rock a former/non HoF player jersey for a long ass time. People who remember the player fondly will love you for it. And the more random, the better. Read more
Dorkus Pervus. Read more
No. (I’m assuming it’s engraved...) Gotta re-gift the old one to someone else. Read more
When I was a little kid I used to watch The Black Stallion every time I was sick. I still have no idea how it ends. Do they get off the island!? Read more
I realize this is not “fast food” and that I immediately went there says something about the level of gentrification in my neighborhood. Read more
Whole Foods’ prepared food section has some serious range, if that counts. Read more
Let’s place bets on how long until Trump vehemently denies ever saying that he won’t promise to concede if he loses. Read more
“Who are probably—no, not probably, definitely, ISIS-aligned” Read more
WAIT what is this new conspiracy theory? Read more
a little late but Read more
He can’t seem to stay on message—are Obama/Clinton (cause they’re one and the same) for immigration reform (kicking people out, voting for the “wall”) or are they *not* as harsh as he is? Read more
I can’t believe they let him get the final word on abortion. Read more
Is this one of the first time either candidate has talked about abortion? It seems like it’s been a lesser issue this campaign season. Read more