Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Well That's An Interesting Way To Give Someone A Company Car
This story is incredible, on a couple levels. First of all, it's probably about a 10 on a hilarity level, but then it is a 10 on a "holy shit, what a cool deal" level.
Apparently the Cubs pitching staff decided to have some fun with their strength and conditioning coach...and he reaped the rewards of putting up with one of their pranks:
Seriously, how funny/cool is that?
Also, how do I apply for a job where I am around Cubs players a lot? I could use a Nissan upgrade, myself...
Apparently the Cubs pitching staff decided to have some fun with their strength and conditioning coach...and he reaped the rewards of putting up with one of their pranks:
When the Cubs began practice in the morning, Aramis Ramirez pointed to a wrecked '95 Nissan Sentra near the Cubs bullpen and asked: "Hey 'Bussy,' what's your car doing on the ramp?"
Buss looked over at the wreck and replied: "That's not my car."
But then Buss did a double take.
"Dude," he said to Ramirez. "That's my car!"
Buss soon discovered his car was demolished beyond recognition, but this was no ordinary crime. The car windows all had been smashed in, the front, back and sides all were severely dented and the smoking guns—a couple of baseball bats and balls—were strategically placed in the windshield.
"I figured (Jon) Lieber, (Kerry) Wood immediately, (Ryan) Dempster …" he said. "Then I realized it was every pitcher we have."...
After the workout ended, Dempster told Buss to "quit pouting" and come with him to the weight room to "see something."
As they walked out the back door, Buss saw several players and a 2008 Nissan Xterra parked in the walkway. Dempster gave him the keys for the new SUV, valued at about $25,000....
Buss nearly was moved to tears by the players' generosity.
Seriously, how funny/cool is that?
Also, how do I apply for a job where I am around Cubs players a lot? I could use a Nissan upgrade, myself...
Labels: Chicago Cubs, Fun With Team Employees That Make 1% Of What You Make, Kerry Wood, Ryan Dempster
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Thanks for the Millions, Chicago, But I Have A Bandwagon To Catch
So it's looking like there's a good chance that Kerry Wood ends up with the Red Sox in 2008.
I would guess that he still ends up with the Cubs. He seems like a Chicago guy anymore, and seems like a loyal guy, too.
But if he were to leave for Boston because of money, it would be pretty disgusting. All the--literally--millions of dollars the Cubs have given the guy to NOT PITCH, and for him to turn around and bolt as soon as he's seemingly healthy? That would be incredibly disappointing. Despite the ridiculously bad luck the guy has had, and the overall negative impact he's had on the payroll, I've always really liked him and rooted for him to get better and live up to the promise he's always had.
That said, seeing the Red Sox watch millions from their payroll balled up in pain because Kerry's arm just fell off would be entertaining.
Have fun with that, Deuce!
I would guess that he still ends up with the Cubs. He seems like a Chicago guy anymore, and seems like a loyal guy, too.
But if he were to leave for Boston because of money, it would be pretty disgusting. All the--literally--millions of dollars the Cubs have given the guy to NOT PITCH, and for him to turn around and bolt as soon as he's seemingly healthy? That would be incredibly disappointing. Despite the ridiculously bad luck the guy has had, and the overall negative impact he's had on the payroll, I've always really liked him and rooted for him to get better and live up to the promise he's always had.
That said, seeing the Red Sox watch millions from their payroll balled up in pain because Kerry's arm just fell off would be entertaining.
Have fun with that, Deuce!
Labels: Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, I bet Mark Prior would look good in a Boston uniform too, Kerry Wood, Tommy John
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