Cleveland Indians to drop "Indians" from team name after 105 years

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  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 38,557
    brianlux said:
    This thread is starting to look like a swing and a miss.  :lol:

    in a 3-0 pitch...
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  • brianluxbrianlux Posts: 42,016
    mickeyrat said:
    brianlux said:
    This thread is starting to look like a swing and a miss.  :lol:

    in a 3-0 pitch...

    :rofl:
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  • dankinddankind Posts: 20,839
    brianlux said:
    mickeyrat said:
    brianlux said:
    This thread is starting to look like a swing and a miss.  :lol:

    in a 3-0 pitch...

    :rofl:
    And that’s why you never swing at a 3-0 pitch. 


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  • mrussel1mrussel1 Posts: 29,668
    Full circle…
  • brianluxbrianlux Posts: 42,016
    edited August 2021
    This weird thread!
    Johnson steps up to the plate.  The count the 3 and 0.  Bumgarner looks in, takes the sign.  Here's the pitch.  He let's fly... this one's going WAAAAY long... Hopkin's reaches up and MAKES THE FINGER-TIP CATCH!   He's down to the fifteen, the ten, the FIVE... TOUCH DOWN!!!
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  • Meltdown99Meltdown99 Posts: 10,739
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA
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  • brianluxbrianlux Posts: 42,016
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
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  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 38,557
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!

    he's a baiter. some say a master
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  • Meltdown99Meltdown99 Posts: 10,739
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
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  • hedonisthedonist Posts: 24,524
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
  • OnWis97OnWis97 Posts: 5,137
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    Maybe. But the biggest factor in America's favorite sport shifting from baseball to football is television. Once just about every American and a TV, football was ready to take over. Football is pretty much made for TV and is the only team sport I'd argue is better on TV than in person. All that might not really take away from your point, though. On the radio, the violence of football wasn't in the listener's face. Once TV hit, baseball's pace vs. football's "action" (which includes the violence) was brought into America's living rooms.

    I'd say our sports-viewing interest is somewhat rooted in our love of violence.  Look at how popular MMA is. On the other hand, when Tiger Woods was at his peak, golf was probably the second-favorite sport. And right now, it's probably the NBA.  Those sports tend to fluctuate based on the star power of the time. But football's always #1. Even if the players are treated poorly (like we care about them!). Even if someone takes a knee. Even if humans probably should not be playing it.

    There are a combination of factors, including the ease of watching a once-a-week event as opposed to at least 6 games a week, the perceived higher level of action, the uncertainty of baseball game lengths, and, yes, the violence.
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  • Meltdown99Meltdown99 Posts: 10,739
    hedonist said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
    What's your fucking problem...you are free to ignore...even put me on ignore...PLEASE.  You are so annoying with your self-righteous attitude...
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  • Meltdown99Meltdown99 Posts: 10,739
    hedonist said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
    If you want be a moderator or thread police then apply to be one...otherwise maybe follow the mods advice and ignore posts YOU do not like.

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  • ParksyParksy Posts: 1,753
    OnWis97 said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    Maybe. But the biggest factor in America's favorite sport shifting from baseball to football is television. Once just about every American and a TV, football was ready to take over. Football is pretty much made for TV and is the only team sport I'd argue is better on TV than in person. All that might not really take away from your point, though. On the radio, the violence of football wasn't in the listener's face. Once TV hit, baseball's pace vs. football's "action" (which includes the violence) was brought into America's living rooms.

    I'd say our sports-viewing interest is somewhat rooted in our love of violence.  Look at how popular MMA is. On the other hand, when Tiger Woods was at his peak, golf was probably the second-favorite sport. And right now, it's probably the NBA.  Those sports tend to fluctuate based on the star power of the time. But football's always #1. Even if the players are treated poorly (like we care about them!). Even if someone takes a knee. Even if humans probably should not be playing it.

    There are a combination of factors, including the ease of watching a once-a-week event as opposed to at least 6 games a week, the perceived higher level of action, the uncertainty of baseball game lengths, and, yes, the violence.
    I agree with what you're saying... and not that you're dissing football in any way here I want to add that beyond the violence and action...  football is to me a game of unique strategy that is unmatched compared to baseball, hockey, and basketball (granted I don't know a lot about basketball.) But when you have 23 fellows on the field at one time each with a unique task during a play... it makes things quite interesting even without the violence. 

    Before anyone adds.. I agree this thread has shifted to a different dimension lol. And yes to each their own... I just really really love football. 
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  • erebuserebus Posts: 566
    Granted I don’t watch a lot of baseball anymore, but the game seems more focused on home runs or nothing. Too many shifts and reliance on analytics.

    I miss bunts, getting the ball in play, steals and pitchers that pitched near or complete games

    now get off my lawn, lol
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  • hedonisthedonist Posts: 24,524
    hedonist said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
    If you want be a moderator or thread police then apply to be one...otherwise maybe follow the mods advice and ignore posts YOU do not like.

    It is real simple...use the SCROLL feature on a computing device...heheheheheheheheheh
    You put something out there, expect it to be commented on…or ridiculed, as the case may be.

    But if you must, give me all your descriptors and angry commentary; your opinion of me holds no value on my life.  
  • hedonist said:
    hedonist said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
    If you want be a moderator or thread police then apply to be one...otherwise maybe follow the mods advice and ignore posts YOU do not like.

    It is real simple...use the SCROLL feature on a computing device...heheheheheheheheheh
    You put something out there, expect it to be commented on…or ridiculed, as the case may be.

    But if you must, give me all your descriptors and angry commentary; your opinion of me holds no value on my life.  
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  • Merkin BallerMerkin Baller Posts: 11,448
    hedonist said:
    hedonist said:
    brianlux said:
    Baseball is Americas past time

    USA USA USA

    America's past time?  Not like it used to be.   (American style) Football is much bigger in the U.S.  these days than baseball.  A recent Gallup survey found that 37% of Americans named football as their favorite sport, but only 9% said baseball is their favorite sport. 
    It kind of makes sense, unfortunately.  America is a warring nation that finds greater thrill in violence and hard hitting action than it does with less combative sports (or other matters) that involve a higher degree of intelligent thinking .  Football is a warring sport that relies heavily on brute strength and produces a higher risk factor for injury (concussion, anyone?).   Baseball is a more pastoral and relies more on finesse, strategy, and fine motor skills, and though highly competitive, is far less combative.
    And as we all know, George Carlin explained the differences best.

    Yeah, I know, I'm probably going to get sacked for saying some of these things.  Ooof!
    I agree football is king.  Just as hockey is king in Canada, not curling...lol.

    That's an excellent take on violence.  I'd have to say all those wars has normalized violence in North America...and you hear about it on a daily basis...

    The USA chant was a joke.  
    Ah, so your taking the time to make that ridiculous thread after posting this is a joke too? Figures 🤡
    If you want be a moderator or thread police then apply to be one...otherwise maybe follow the mods advice and ignore posts YOU do not like.

    It is real simple...use the SCROLL feature on a computing device...heheheheheheheheheh
    You put something out there, expect it to be commented on…or ridiculed, as the case may be.

    But if you must, give me all your descriptors and angry commentary; your opinion of me holds no value on my life.  
    Yup

    If you want to talk shit, don't complain when people talk shit back to you. 
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