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As many of you know, I am a die-hard Red Sox fan. Not one of those "fans" that buy a pink Red Sox hat because they are trendy. Nor am I someone that would say that "A-Rod/Jeter (they're all the same) is sexy for a Yankee", that's blasphemy and you'll got straight to hell for that shit. The panoramic above my mantle isn't of a sunset beach scene, or the rolling hills of Ireland. It's of the Opening Ceremonies at Game 1 of the World Series, "signed" by every player, coach and Johnny Pesky. Moose and I already have tickets to 12+ games, and spent 7 hours online with 6 credit cards just to get them.
The time has come for me to buy my annual Red Sox shirt. Let me give you a time line.
2000 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2001 Nomar Garciaparra (2000 edition)
2002 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2003 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2004
Gabe Kapler? I know, I know... The Nomar Trade was in effect during this purchase, and I might have been a bit delirious. Those massive biceps and his jewish tattoos. In other words, I was blinded by the bulge.
After lots of research and some serious narrowing down, I've come up with a list.
This years candidates are as followed:
1. Trot Nixon
2. Jason Varitek
3. Bronson Arroyo
4. Tim Wakefield
5. Mark Bellhorn
In this quest, I will be judging on stats (mainly 2005 ba/era), clubhouse manner, life choices (arrest records, drug use, relationships etc.) and looks. You might say "No Damon? What about Manny/Ortiz/Renteria?". No, not because they are all minorities, they are all just too obvious.
This is the first year I've considered wearing a pitcher's shirt, and you'll notice there are 2 on the list! Let's get started.
Christopher Trotman Nixon
"Surprise!"
.297/2005. I've always had a soft spot for Hot Trot. He's right up there for me, probably in the top 3. He's got the numbers. And you can tell he's one of those guys who gets along with everybody. Married, 2 kids, seems pretty clean cut. As far a looks go, he's got that "shy" look with a hint of downs syndrome (in a good way!), I think it's the ears. He's adorable. At one time he sported a mohawk, which says to me he might have a bit of a wild side. Someone told me he's VERY religious, a real bible thumper, which is a bit of a turn off for me. But who knows, it shows he's committed. And committed he is! Been on the Sox Roster his whole career, since 1996! I was 12! And last but not least, he's a lefty. I love lefty's.
Jason Andrew Varitek
"O Captain! My Captain!"
Do I even need to continue? This picture may as well have chosen my shirt for me! I feel those power-horse thighs are what is driving this team right along to another victory. As Moose says "no one calls a game like Jason Varitek", and he's right. And .340 to boot! And he's a switch hitter, if there is something that I love just as much as a lefty, it's a switch hitter. Thats right A-Rod, he'll hit you with this right and just when you think he's done, he'll give you one just as good with his left! Another one of those "spiritual" guys, which apparently the club house is full of. It's growing on me. Lookswise? He's got that confident look, but like Trot, I bet he's one of the quiet ones. Also, married with 2 kids, family man, I don't know if I like that or not. We'll see.
Extra fact; In my stats research, I learned that Tek and Trot have the same birthday! Neat!
Bronson Anthony Arroyo
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we're floating in space.."
I really like Bronson Arroyo, cornrows and all. Rumor has it, he's got a CD coming out in July called "Covering the Bases". I hear it's a lot of covers, including Pearl Jam. Gross. But if Bronson says it's cool, I'm cool. Another married man, but that's okay, he's still young. I don't have much to say about a pitcher, but there's something about him. He's possibly the dark horse in this race...
Timothy Stephen Wakefield
"Okay Addie, I have to go, I'll call you later.."
I think Shakey Wakey is sexy as hell. That is That. If this old man keeps signing contract extensions, he'll be playing with us until he's 50, and that's okay with me! There is no better adrenaline rush then when Wakefield's on the mound.
Mark Christian Bellhorn
"Who died and made you Mark Bellhorn?"
I like to look at this picture and pretend that Bellhorn is about to kick A-Rod in the face. The sound of the Pesky Pole HR is still ringing in my ears I guess. I like that Bellhorn was born in Boston, a true Bostonian is always good for the team. Single too, no attachments, nothing to keep his focus off of the game. He might have 99 problems, but a bitch ain't one.
So that's it, now its up to you guys to make the final decision. I've gotten this far..
Make me Proud.
The time has come for me to buy my annual Red Sox shirt. Let me give you a time line.
2000 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2001 Nomar Garciaparra (2000 edition)
2002 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2003 Nomar Garciaparra (new)
2004
Gabe Kapler? I know, I know... The Nomar Trade was in effect during this purchase, and I might have been a bit delirious. Those massive biceps and his jewish tattoos. In other words, I was blinded by the bulge.
After lots of research and some serious narrowing down, I've come up with a list.
This years candidates are as followed:
1. Trot Nixon
2. Jason Varitek
3. Bronson Arroyo
4. Tim Wakefield
5. Mark Bellhorn
In this quest, I will be judging on stats (mainly 2005 ba/era), clubhouse manner, life choices (arrest records, drug use, relationships etc.) and looks. You might say "No Damon? What about Manny/Ortiz/Renteria?". No, not because they are all minorities, they are all just too obvious.
This is the first year I've considered wearing a pitcher's shirt, and you'll notice there are 2 on the list! Let's get started.
Christopher Trotman Nixon
"Surprise!"
.297/2005. I've always had a soft spot for Hot Trot. He's right up there for me, probably in the top 3. He's got the numbers. And you can tell he's one of those guys who gets along with everybody. Married, 2 kids, seems pretty clean cut. As far a looks go, he's got that "shy" look with a hint of downs syndrome (in a good way!), I think it's the ears. He's adorable. At one time he sported a mohawk, which says to me he might have a bit of a wild side. Someone told me he's VERY religious, a real bible thumper, which is a bit of a turn off for me. But who knows, it shows he's committed. And committed he is! Been on the Sox Roster his whole career, since 1996! I was 12! And last but not least, he's a lefty. I love lefty's.
Jason Andrew Varitek
"O Captain! My Captain!"
Do I even need to continue? This picture may as well have chosen my shirt for me! I feel those power-horse thighs are what is driving this team right along to another victory. As Moose says "no one calls a game like Jason Varitek", and he's right. And .340 to boot! And he's a switch hitter, if there is something that I love just as much as a lefty, it's a switch hitter. Thats right A-Rod, he'll hit you with this right and just when you think he's done, he'll give you one just as good with his left! Another one of those "spiritual" guys, which apparently the club house is full of. It's growing on me. Lookswise? He's got that confident look, but like Trot, I bet he's one of the quiet ones. Also, married with 2 kids, family man, I don't know if I like that or not. We'll see.
Extra fact; In my stats research, I learned that Tek and Trot have the same birthday! Neat!
Bronson Anthony Arroyo
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we're floating in space.."
I really like Bronson Arroyo, cornrows and all. Rumor has it, he's got a CD coming out in July called "Covering the Bases". I hear it's a lot of covers, including Pearl Jam. Gross. But if Bronson says it's cool, I'm cool. Another married man, but that's okay, he's still young. I don't have much to say about a pitcher, but there's something about him. He's possibly the dark horse in this race...
Timothy Stephen Wakefield
"Okay Addie, I have to go, I'll call you later.."
I think Shakey Wakey is sexy as hell. That is That. If this old man keeps signing contract extensions, he'll be playing with us until he's 50, and that's okay with me! There is no better adrenaline rush then when Wakefield's on the mound.
Mark Christian Bellhorn
"Who died and made you Mark Bellhorn?"
I like to look at this picture and pretend that Bellhorn is about to kick A-Rod in the face. The sound of the Pesky Pole HR is still ringing in my ears I guess. I like that Bellhorn was born in Boston, a true Bostonian is always good for the team. Single too, no attachments, nothing to keep his focus off of the game. He might have 99 problems, but a bitch ain't one.
So that's it, now its up to you guys to make the final decision. I've gotten this far..
Make me Proud.