Bmr31 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 For you kids and others who may not understand. I have been a die hard sox fan since i was 5 years old. You do the math but thats MANY years of being a sox fan. Im not just a fan. My mood can be affected with a win or loss. The sox are my favorite team in all of sports. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and I can honestly say this sox team has as much, if not more talent than any sox team ive witnessed. In addition, they have as much or more talent and any team in baseball today. If you want to "unsderstand" why me and some of the other long time fans get frustrated, maybe you need to realize we have watched this team lose for more years than youve been alive. Add to that this team is TOTALLY underperforming and likely not to make the playoffs despite all the talent in the world. They COULD go all the way this season, but they wont. WHY? Their manager cant manage, their players swing for the fences on every pitche, their players have NO f***ING CLUE how to advance runners. Their players never even CONSIDER giving themselves up to drive in a insurance run with a sac fly or groundout to the right side. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and this team is just plain DUMB and or SELFISH. I am NOT a negative person but this is just ridiculous. Maybe when some of you actually understand the game of baseball or suffer for long as some of us have, you will understand. There....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesox247 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 I am NOT a negative person but this is just ridiculous. Yeah and Michael Jackson is NOT black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmr31 Posted September 6, 2003 Author Share Posted September 6, 2003 Yeah and Michael Jackson is NOT black. TOTAL IGNORANCE from a little kid, thats why me and others are tired of this site. Too much ignorance ........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesox247 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 TOTAL IGNORANCE from a little kid, thats why me and others are tired of this site. Too much ignorance ........ Well whos the one telling everyone to leave if you dont like this site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesox247 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 Dude I'm not trying to start anything but you are the defination of negativity on this site. You may not be negative in person but you are on the boards. To say that the season is over if they dont go 7-0 and they dont have a good chance at the playoffs when they're still in first place is total negativity. Ok I'm heading out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmr31 Posted September 6, 2003 Author Share Posted September 6, 2003 MY only response is some of the knowledgable, longer term members have stopped posting completely or limited their posting because there is just too much ignorance on this site. We got little kids fighting, we got fans asking what place we are in, we got people responding to baseball discussions who OBVIOUSLY know little about the game. There is just too much ignorance and i will quote clujer, who no longer posts here......"95 percent of the crap posted there is just that crap, and the 5 percent of good posts arent worth searching for. Im starting to agree with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUKE_CLEVELAND Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 Yeah and Michael Jackson is NOT black. The color of Michael Jackson's skin is debateable. He's whiter than some polskis I know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 MY only response is some of the knowledgable, longer term members have stopped posting completely or limited their posting because there is just too much ignorance on this site. We got little kids fighting, we got fans asking what place we are in, we got people responding to baseball discussions who OBVIOUSLY know little about the game. There is just too much ignorance and i will quote clujer, who no longer posts here......"95 percent of the crap posted there is just that crap, and the 5 percent of good posts arent worth searching for. Im starting to agree with him. Bmr, I will have to say this, I never thought that you and Clu would let bad posters dictate your posting habits. And as to your original post, my advice is to enjoy the ride. Pennant races come around way to infrequently in these parts, and to waste this one being pissed off about things doesn't make it too enjoyable. No one likes the fact that fundimentally, we suck. And that is the flat out truth. Outside of a couple of guys, we are a 16" softball team for all practical purposes. But why let things ruin the race, when we haven't even lost anything yet. Lighten up a little, it will be a whole lot more fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUKE_CLEVELAND Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 Bmr, I will have to say this, I never thought that you and Clu would let bad posters dictate your posting habits. And as to your original post, my advice is to enjoy the ride. Pennant races come around way to infrequently in these parts, and to waste this one being pissed off about things doesn't make it too enjoyable. No one likes the fact that fundimentally, we suck. And that is the flat out truth. Outside of a couple of guys, we are a 16" softball team for all practical purposes. But why let things ruin the race, when we haven't even lost anything yet. Lighten up a little, it will be a whole lot more fun! You people take this whole thing WAY to seriously. I come here to bulls*** with some fellow sox-fanatics & that's all. If I don't agree with someone I just let it go cause there's more important things to get upset about than what someone thinks about Bartolo Colon or the Sox pennant chances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndySoxFan Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 Bmr, I will have to say this, I never thought that you and Clu would let bad posters dictate your posting habits. And as to your original post, my advice is to enjoy the ride. Pennant races come around way to infrequently in these parts, and to waste this one being pissed off about things doesn't make it too enjoyable. No one likes the fact that fundimentally, we suck. And that is the flat out truth. Outside of a couple of guys, we are a 16" softball team for all practical purposes. But why let things ruin the race, when we haven't even lost anything yet. Lighten up a little, it will be a whole lot more fun! You people take this whole thing WAY to seriously. I come here to bulls*** with some fellow sox-fanatics & that's all. If I don't agree with someone I just let it go cause there's more important things to get upset about than what someone thinks about Bartolo Colon or the Sox pennant chances. right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniBob72 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 For you kids and others who may not understand. I have been a die hard sox fan since i was 5 years old. You do the math but thats MANY years of being a sox fan. Im not just a fan. My mood can be affected with a win or loss. The sox are my favorite team in all of sports. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and I can honestly say this sox team has as much, if not more talent than any sox team ive witnessed. In addition, they have as much or more talent and any team in baseball today. If you want to "unsderstand" why me and some of the other long time fans get frustrated, maybe you need to realize we have watched this team lose for more years than youve been alive. Add to that this team is TOTALLY underperforming and likely not to make the playoffs despite all the talent in the world. They COULD go all the way this season, but they wont. WHY? Their manager cant manage, their players swing for the fences on every pitche, their players have NO f***ING CLUE how to advance runners. Their players never even CONSIDER giving themselves up to drive in a insurance run with a sac fly or groundout to the right side. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and this team is just plain DUMB and or SELFISH. I am NOT a negative person but this is just ridiculous. Maybe when some of you actually understand the game of baseball or suffer for long as some of us have, you will understand. There....... Dude, nobody gives a s*** how long you've been a fan. All I ever read from you is how if anyone is excited about this team's chances and disagrees with you about the Sox's need to go 23-2 down the stretch, they don't know baseball and have been following the team for 3 weeks. I guess I know less than you since I've only been a fan for 26 years. I guess missing out on the 1974 season makes me an uneducated fan in your book. If everything about the Sox pisses you off, perhaps you should stop watching. Or if nothing else, spare us from your mindless angry bulls***. Oh wait... There.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ncorgbl Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 For you kids and others who may not understand. I have been a die hard sox fan since i was 5 years old. You do the math but thats MANY years of being a sox fan. Im not just a fan. My mood can be affected with a win or loss. The sox are my favorite team in all of sports. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and I can honestly say this sox team has as much, if not more talent than any sox team ive witnessed. In addition, they have as much or more talent and any team in baseball today. If you want to "unsderstand" why me and some of the other long time fans get frustrated, maybe you need to realize we have watched this team lose for more years than youve been alive. Add to that this team is TOTALLY underperforming and likely not to make the playoffs despite all the talent in the world. They COULD go all the way this season, but they wont. WHY? Their manager cant manage, their players swing for the fences on every pitche, their players have NO f***ING CLUE how to advance runners. Their players never even CONSIDER giving themselves up to drive in a insurance run with a sac fly or groundout to the right side. Ive been watching baseball for 30 years and this team is just plain DUMB and or SELFISH. I am NOT a negative person but this is just ridiculous. Maybe when some of you actually understand the game of baseball or suffer for long as some of us have, you will understand. There....... It never ceases to amaze me when some 30 year old cries the blues about how long they've suffered being a fan of the White Sox. When you're a fan of 50 years, then let's talk. Evidently 30 years wasn't enough to learn anything about baseball. This team can win the division, and win it all, the World Series, but anyone who thinks this team has more talent than anyone in their division, in their league or in baseball today knows nothing of the game. They're not in the top 10 White Sox teams of the last 30 years either. This isn't fantasy baseball, and the games are not played on paper. The team, as any team, is only as good as they actually play. Underperform? Unlikely. Mismanaged? Absolutely not. They're in first place in spite of themselves because they are managed. Anyone who knows anything about baseball at all can see that even the Yankees are not dominating this season. You are witnessing a rarity in baseball, something that has a football term, 'Parity'. Of the 30 MLB teams in existance, a full 12 are in a division race with 3 weeks to go in the season. That's 12 markets, 12 television outlets, 12 regions from coast to coast, border to border. The race in our division is a classic as we've not seen since the two 8 team leagues, long before you were even a thought, long before your selfish, impatient being graced us with your inane demands. It is exciting, edge of the seat, nail biting baseball at it's best, with changes in the standings every day, and due to your whining about how terribly you have suffered, you're missing it all. The one with no f***ing clue is you. 30+ years and still cheering as though you are 5. Try growing up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 You might not be a negative person in your "real life", but your posts here come off as very angry and snobbish. People have their own reasons for watching sports, and their own levels of happiness and satisfaction with how the Sox are doing. You tell everyone that if they don't look at things the EXACT same way as you, then they're somehow "less of a fan" or "fooling themselves" or some other nonsense. Professional sports should not, in my opinion, dictate or alter your mood in your "real life". If it does, perhaps you'd be better served by finding a hobby that has less of an impact on you. Your diversions should not cause you that much anguish or ill will. Personally, I am enjoying this season, and even if the Sox don't reach the postseason, I will remember this year for the fun stuff. If you can't do that, or choose not to do that, that's your decision....but it doesn't mean you're right. It just might be right FOR YOU. And for the record, my first season watching the Sox was 1970 - I hope that makes me ENOUGH of a fan.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Tizzle Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 Two good posts from Illini and Ncorgbl. BMRs negativity has dragged on for too damn long. Not only does he not believe in the Sox, but can't seem to make up his mind on whether he wants to commit himself to believing in this team. These quotes are taken from his thread "Hammer away, I dont care but.........". This was after the first game in the series in Detroi where Sox lost the first game. -ALthough for the clueless of the board, and there seems to be many lately, i dont think the sox will get swept by the tigers. At least i hope not. -Eh, it doesnt matter. The sox arent gonna get swept by the tigers anyway -LOL watch and learn son. IF and thats a big if, the sox lose these next two games, its over. Buh bye...... And lets not forget Professor BMRs lesson for the day -Many of you need a SERIOUS lesson in psychology. Mental state is MUCH more important than any number you can throw out. One day some of you will look past the obvious. AND after the Sox win the next two against Detroit, his response is simple . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniBob72 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 If someone wants to be negative about the Sox, that's fine. It may get tiring to read, but what are you going to do? The problem is the endless stream of insults to anyone who isn't as negative, or God forbid, hopeful or optimistic. Jesus Christ, let people enjoy their baseball and their baseball team! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndySoxFan Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 damn bob.... you got a hangover today? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniBob72 Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 damn bob.... you got a hangover today? LOL No, but I am a bright red after standing in the sun at the kid's football game. I just can't stand what I term "internet bullying", and that is exactly what we get from this guy day after day. People come here to share their thoughts on the Sox, not get insulted. Unfortunately, that is what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndySoxFan Posted September 6, 2003 Share Posted September 6, 2003 yup.... this guy lit me up one night for holding some optimism for some player or it might have been jerry manuel.... needless to say, but i will, i soon found out what a small-minded simpleton i really am. and when i tried to explain my position.... he tells me something like "quit while your behind" and some other patronizing s***. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bighurt52235 Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 I know this place stands for letting everyone share their thoughts, and no one being banned, if there ever was a candidate for removal, it would be him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danman31 Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 I know this place stands for letting everyone share their thoughts, and no one being banned, if there ever was a candidate for removal, it would be him. Uh-oh. Don't plant seeds like this. This is how WSI lost a lot of it's members. I know some people hate posters mentioning WSI, but people kept arguing just like this. Bmr got banned and I was happy about it then, he had changed though. Recently he is back to being an ass. Let's try not to argue too much, it will only tear us apart. I saw it happen at WSI and I don't want to see it here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elrockinMT Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 Heh Bmr I know you are frustrated, but the bottom line is that the Sox have won the last two games versus the Tribe. The frustration I have is that we can't seem to all pull together. Heck I have been a diehard Sox fan since '59 when I was a kid. Frustration was 1967 when we couldn't even get a single most of the time let alone a homer. I think the team was led by Pete Ward with 18 if I am not mistaken. Let's all find that Sox karma and root together for a Sox winner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 NO ONE, NO ONE should be banned of the site for there own thoughts. That is ludicris. I agree with this completely. ....except Ludacris is a rapper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elrockinMT Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 Uh-oh. Don't plant seeds like this. This is how WSI lost a lot of it's members. I know some people hate posters mentioning WSI, but people kept arguing just like this. Bmr got banned and I was happy about it then, he had changed though. Recently he is back to being an ass. Let's try not to argue too much, it will only tear us apart. I saw it happen at WSI and I don't want to see it here. I ahve posted occassionally on WSI and I like this site a whole lot better. Free speech also can mean freedom to ignore. Ignore the trash and have fun with the 99% of posters who just enjoy Sox baseball and having the chance to talk with other Sox fans. That's my philosophy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bighurt52235 Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 NO ONE, NO ONE should be banned of the site for there own thoughts. That is ludicris. Yeah, you're probably right. I just have a problem with nay-sayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Lopez Ghost (old) Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 ElRocknMT - we are contemporaries. I was just talking about 1967 today. Still hurts. I'm enjoying the team, the ups and downs. I think if a person can't stomach a lot of frustration, they should think about a different sport, cause baseball will just hand it to you over and over. Unless you have a magic year, and this could still be one of those. It's a big week, and we gotta let it roll. Royals just lost game one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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