997.1 to 997.2 - New Intro in DFW and Pics (Go Rangers)
10-23-2010, 09:37 PM
#32
Burning Brakes
Congrats Red! Your Rangers were the better team. But I still have a couple things to say. 1. You haven' t done anything UNLESS you win the World Series and get THE RING. AND 2. Cliff Lee will be a Yankee next year. That you can count on.
But good luck.
But good luck.
10-23-2010, 10:52 PM
#33
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10-23-2010, 11:29 PM
#34
Racer
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-Rangers can't match pay, but TX is closest to Cliff's family compound. It's the classic argument...would you leave your current employer for extra 30% in pay but added 1 hour each way for your commute to the office? I wouldn't, but then again I'm a family man and have enough money...
-Can't match Yankee Ring pedigree, but in TX he has chance to build franchise from scratch. Many Microsoft and Oracle execs took a shot and left to go to a start up called Google. Wonder if they had any regrets...?
-No doubt, pitching in TX hurts pitching profession statistics given the incredibly hot weather. While Nolan Ryan doesn't have the greatest stats...he goes down without dispute as the greatest pitcher of all time. Want to build a legacy of differentiation, or chase stats?
-Last but not least culture/chemistry...NY no doubt has more loyal fans, arguably more exciting ballpark environment, and frankly more WW notoriety. But at this stage of the career, want to build lifelong bonds with skirt chasing-frat boys that seem to fight like middle schoolers...OR...build relationships with "salt of the earth" teammates like Hamilton, Vladdy, and of course our own Porsche enthusiast C.J.?
What's it going to be Cliff? Character or compromise? Time to duck...
10-24-2010, 12:10 PM
#35
Drifting
Ivy League insight...actually might be spot on. If Rangers are smart, they will find Cliff's "personal win" and appeal to it. Here's my "Cutter" inside on 0-2 count for Cliff:
-Rangers can't match pay, but TX is closest to Cliff's family compound. It's the classic argument...would you leave your current employer for extra 30% in pay but added 1 hour each way for your commute to the office? I wouldn't, but then again I'm a family man and have enough money...
-Can't match Yankee Ring pedigree, but in TX he has chance to build franchise from scratch. Many Microsoft and Oracle execs took a shot and left to go to a start up called Google. Wonder if they had any regrets...?
-No doubt, pitching in TX hurts pitching profession statistics given the incredibly hot weather. While Nolan Ryan doesn't have the greatest stats...he goes down without dispute as the greatest pitcher of all time. Want to build a legacy of differentiation, or chase stats?
-Last but not least culture/chemistry...NY no doubt has more loyal fans, arguably more exciting ballpark environment, and frankly more WW notoriety. But at this stage of the career, want to build lifelong bonds with skirt chasing-frat boys that seem to fight like middle schoolers...OR...build relationships with "salt of the earth" teammates like Hamilton, Vladdy, and of course our own Porsche enthusiast C.J.?
What's it going to be Cliff? Character or compromise? Time to duck...
-Rangers can't match pay, but TX is closest to Cliff's family compound. It's the classic argument...would you leave your current employer for extra 30% in pay but added 1 hour each way for your commute to the office? I wouldn't, but then again I'm a family man and have enough money...
-Can't match Yankee Ring pedigree, but in TX he has chance to build franchise from scratch. Many Microsoft and Oracle execs took a shot and left to go to a start up called Google. Wonder if they had any regrets...?
-No doubt, pitching in TX hurts pitching profession statistics given the incredibly hot weather. While Nolan Ryan doesn't have the greatest stats...he goes down without dispute as the greatest pitcher of all time. Want to build a legacy of differentiation, or chase stats?
-Last but not least culture/chemistry...NY no doubt has more loyal fans, arguably more exciting ballpark environment, and frankly more WW notoriety. But at this stage of the career, want to build lifelong bonds with skirt chasing-frat boys that seem to fight like middle schoolers...OR...build relationships with "salt of the earth" teammates like Hamilton, Vladdy, and of course our own Porsche enthusiast C.J.?
What's it going to be Cliff? Character or compromise? Time to duck...
Texas was the better team this year for sure and I thing they will steamroll thru the WS w/ the momentum and high of beating the Yankees.
10-24-2010, 05:30 PM
#36
Burning Brakes
Not sure you gents watched the SF vs Phils last night but I wouldn't get sized for that ring just yet. Giants are also on a high and feeling really good having beaten the two time NL champs and WS champs from 2 years ago. This really should be a good series. Good pitching, good hitting and 2 cities that have not had a world series in a long time so the crowds will be crazy. I'm not one to watch much if my Yanks aren't in it but I'll watch the games where Lee and Lincecum pitch. Two of the best pitchers in Major leagues. Good luck Red!
10-25-2010, 09:42 AM
#37
Drifting
Not sure you gents watched the SF vs Phils last night but I wouldn't get sized for that ring just yet. Giants are also on a high and feeling really good having beaten the two time NL champs and WS champs from 2 years ago. This really should be a good series. Good pitching, good hitting and 2 cities that have not had a world series in a long time so the crowds will be crazy. I'm not one to watch much if my Yanks aren't in it but I'll watch the games where Lee and Lincecum pitch. Two of the best pitchers in Major leagues. Good luck Red!
10-25-2010, 10:16 AM
#38
Burning Brakes
My Man. I forgot about Jeter getting hit it the All Star game. Thanks for reminding me. Now I hate him for sure and he is an ugly dude. Well, Lee will beat him so no big deal but i do enjoy a good pitching match up.
10-25-2010, 04:42 PM
#40
Racer
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10-25-2010, 06:49 PM
#41
I was born and raised in Texas but have lived in Ohio for the last 20. I went to my first Ranger game in 1980 when I was 7 and have been a huge fan ever since. I am so happy for this franchise and Ranger fans everywhere.
