You know, it was rough going sass-blogging on the Twins for a little while. There was no Corey, no Dougie, no AJ, and if it hadn't been for Lew Ford, this blog would have had to go totally dark. Batgirl tried to beg TR at the trade deadline last year to acquire a player with a little personality.
But all is well now. The players haver come into their own. We have LNP and his tiny antics, Luis Castillo's fly dancing, and sometimes Justin Morneau even smiles. And we have Sideshow Pat Neshek, blogger and sidearmer, who is currently
auctioning off his rookie hazing costume on eBay.
Your phallic symbol does not threaten me, Mr. Reporter Man.
What's cuter, that's he's auctioning it off or that he wants to keep the doggie costume?
That's Neshek's dog Juicy, by the way.
It's also fun to read Neshek's eBay ratings--he's got 100% positive feedback, including one from someone known as "hardcore Jesus" that says, in something that looks like Dr. Seuss translated back from the Japanese, "HORRAY HORRAY YOU MAKE MY DAY. EXCELLENT SMOOTH TRANSACTION." And yes, Batgirl knows how to spell "hooray." Hardcore Jesus, not so much.
Current bid, $134. I'm sure people can do better, I mean, that thing has baseball player sweat!
Thanks to all who emailed BG with this. These are the sort of developments of which she must be kept apprised.
Posted by Batgirl at October 26, 2006 10:57 AMSeriously, just when I think I could love Pat Neshek no more. He does this! All proceeds going to charity! His dog in a not-for-sale matching costume! 100% ebay rating! Sigh.
Posted by: cd at October 26, 2006 01:53 PMI would actually imagine the eBay seller is not Pat (unless he is in the habit of referring to himself, Batgirl-like, in the third person) -- maybe a member of his family? But his willingess to have these images splashed all over the Internet once more in the interest of charity is, indeed, most admirable. Or else maybe a little kinky.
I think what was really awesome was that he posted his own pictures of the hazing on his blog the next chance he got. And not just the pictures of him, but of all the rookies (and Shaggy looking like he was trying to think of something more to do to them in the background.) Really it just proves that he has to have a great sense of humor.
Plus tons of extra points for having an adorable puppy.
Posted by: TwinsKiz at October 26, 2006 04:57 PMPat: earning his "cool nerd" title.
Posted by: L. at October 26, 2006 05:56 PMAwww...the sweet puppy makes me like Pat even more.
Posted by: bubblemint at October 26, 2006 10:10 PM"L." said it best. "Cool nerd" indeed.
This guy boggles me. He's this phenomenal young pitcher, but amidst the greatest Twins streak in memory, he's smitten with "graphers" and trading baseball cards.
There's certainly undertones of a 9-year old boy in the enthusiasm and excitment over his "graphing" hobby in his blog. 1 part endearing, 1 part "C'mon Pat, are you serious?!?!"
Posted by: JohnWayne at October 27, 2006 08:08 AM
Um... "Juicy"??
The boy is deeply awesome. If I had the money with which to bid, I would. And I would keep it pinned to the wall next to my Twins banners. I don't care what Jlubby says about it.
Posted by: CarrieICL at October 27, 2006 09:33 AMThis has absolutely nothing at all to do with the quite charming Pat Neshak or his adorable dog - but I had to share it with y'all. My son, Cameron, who is nearly 20 months old now, just said his first complete name (first and surname). Did he say the name of his nanny, a friend, a cartoon character, or our pastor? Nope.
He said, "Joe Mauer".
Being a parent is the best thing ever.
Posted by: adidasman at October 27, 2006 10:15 AMAnd on another subject, we can now confirm that the spot on Kenny Rogers' hand was the first sign of a spreading SUCK infection.
adidasman: my parents say that among my first words were "Kirby" and "Puckett" :)
Posted by: JanineInDC at October 27, 2006 12:37 PMJanine - I'm sure they were as proud of you as I am of our son. And for good reason.
Posted by: adidasman at October 27, 2006 02:26 PMmy first words were "Ron Burgendy"
Posted by: SH at October 27, 2006 02:34 PMHardcore Jesus. Seuss translated from Japanese. Man. That was hilarious.
Pat Neshek rules.
Posted by: FH at October 27, 2006 02:41 PMSpeaking of costumes, who are these guys in those Tigers uniforms? My god what an ugly World Series!!
Posted by: Shaun at October 27, 2006 09:48 PMI'm very afraid "the suck" diagnosis is indeed true! I can't believe how both teams, but esp the Tigers have been playing. Oy!
Posted by: Newton at October 27, 2006 09:55 PMHappy (early) Halloween. I'm off to deal with the craziness that is Madison during Halloween. Wish me luck.
I'm a Twins player today... tomorrow I add sideburns and a #7 on the back of my jersey (in tape) and I become the Chairman. I will be selling this excellent jersey (size Large) for half of what I paid for it... anyone who wants it... send me an email.
Posted by: Shelley at October 27, 2006 10:29 PMeh... as long as the team winning the world series is not the yankees, or playing agaisnt the twins, I can be happy for the cardinals.... their celebration isn't giving me chills like the tigers' celebration probably would have. But congrats cards!
Posted by: SH at October 27, 2006 10:35 PMI am glad this World Series was taken out of its misery. Congrats to the Cards, but the Tigers basically gave them the Series. I mean they played so bad some people think they are like the 1919 Black Sox (on the Tigers Fan Forum). I wouldn't say that, but man this is the Tigers team that destroyed the Twins in April!?
Anyway, the Twins need make 2007 THEIR year!
Posted by: Shaun at October 27, 2006 10:45 PMEckstein wins WS MVP, proving he IS the scrappiest hero pup in MLB.
Posted by: Kurtis at October 27, 2006 10:58 PMSpeaking of costumes, who was the guy playing Jeff Weaver? He looked just like him, only he pitched good.
Posted by: Kurtis at October 27, 2006 11:11 PMJered weaver was at the game tonight cheering on his brother, and this is a wierd question, but is he allowed in the locker room celebration? he probably is right, because he is family?
Posted by: SH at October 27, 2006 11:16 PMOh in more good news-the clock is ticking on Silva's option!
Posted by: Shaun at October 27, 2006 11:47 PMA quick note: Joe Niekro dead at age 61.
Click my name for the AP report via Yahoo.
Posted by: mk at October 28, 2006 01:15 AMBaseball season has officially ended. *heavy sigh*
Anyone know if the Japan All-Star Series is going to be shown anywhere (like on MLB.TV or ESPN)? First game is early November.
Congrats to the Cardinals!
Posted by: JetChick at October 28, 2006 05:49 AMNo idea on the Japan series Jet if it will be shown-although I was happy to see Santana decided not to pitch.
Posted by: Shaun at October 28, 2006 11:26 AMIs it April yet? No? I guess the wind screaming outside is a hint.
While most of Sideshow is unflattered by this costume, I gotta say...good calves. Even the fishnets can't hide that.
Posted by: Carmen at October 30, 2006 10:37 PM