Swarms of Canadian Soldiers invaded Jacobs Field last night bringing the insect invasion to almost Biblical proportions for about two innings near the end of the game. You could see pitchers and players and umps being doused in bug spray (which supposedly does nothing to repel the little bugs, and actually attracts them more than anything else because of the wetness). Asked about the midges, Casey Blake responded, “What do you mean what did they look like? They were like small pterodactyls.”
The tiny gnat-like bugs usually hang out over Lake Erie, but with the unseasonably warm weather last night they migrated a few blocks inward to the ballpark. No word yet on if the Tribe are going to bring them to NY just to screw with Joba Chamberlain’s head. —Vince
I missed the game last night – were the Yankees particularly bothered by the bugs because of their lighter-colored uniforms attracting ’em, or was the unpleasantness pretty universal?
I knew most of the Red Sox wore baggy uniforms, but I think they have all gone up a size or two for the playoffs. What a bunch of Rag-Bags (Army expression).
[quote comment=”153349″]I missed the game last night – were the Yankees particularly bothered by the bugs because of their lighter-colored uniforms attracting ’em, or was the unpleasantness pretty universal?[/quote]
They seemed to be attracted to Joba Chamberlain specifically. :(
Speaking of which, has anyone else noticed that Joba and Babe Ruth look like the same person?
My link of the night. Just what was A-Rod spraying down there?
[quote comment=”153374″]My link of the night. Just what was A-Rod spraying down there?[/quote]
link of A-Rod spraying in a weird place. Are we noticing a little trope with him here?
I think the real story of the night was Fausto Carmona’s jersey tag sticking out all game. No photo unfortunately, but if you were watching, I think Bob Brenly said something in the sixth about it being out since at least the second inning.
Anybody see Fausto Carmona’s tag sticking out of his neckline last night? Can’t find a good pic of it.
PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???
If only the Bruins link as good as they link last night. =/
if you want to know the truth, Vince can atest to this. you need to get dried off to stop them. there isn’t as much water in the outfield grass, so they weren’t bugged as much. but with the watering of the dirt and sweat, there weere all over there. it’s ok. Yahoo sports is compairing it to the bibal and god becoming a Tribe fan. all I can say is AWESOME!!!!
GO TRIBE!
[quote comment=”153386″]PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
“Porn-ish”? What are you talking about?
Did anyone notice the guy sitting behind the Yankees dugout that seemingly switched caps every inning? He was in the picture during close-ups of left-handed batters. I counted at least 6 different colored caps from this guy including hot pink, yellow, green, dark blue, royal blue, and red. Maybe more because I may have missed some because i was watching some Reebok…I mean NHL games.
[quote comment=”153391″]Did anyone notice the guy sitting behind the Yankees dugout that seemingly switched caps every inning? He was in the picture during close-ups of left-handed batters. I counted at least 6 different colored caps from this guy including hot pink, yellow, green, dark blue, royal blue, and red. Maybe more because I may have missed some because i was watching some Reebok…I mean NHL games.[/quote]
He’s been a fixture since Jacobs Field opened in the mid 90’s. I guess it’s superstition, but dont think any local “journalist” has sought him out to find out his routine.
[quote comment=”153388″]if you want to know the truth, Vince can atest to this. you need to get dried off to stop them. there isn’t as much water in the outfield grass, so they weren’t bugged as much. but with the watering of the dirt and sweat, there weere all over there. it’s ok. Yahoo sports is compairing it to the bibal and god becoming a Tribe fan. all I can say is AWESOME!!!!
GO TRIBE![/quote]
I can attest to this. Dampness and water attracts them. That’s why they were all over Joba’s neck. The bug spray just made it worse. They acknowledged this on the broadcast, and it’s true, they would have been better off bringing out towels to dry off then adding more liquid to the situation.
[quote comment=”153386″]Anybody see Fausto Carmona’s tag sticking out of his neckline last night?
Can’t find a good pic of it.
PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
It’s so you get your shit for free.
[quote comment=”153351″]I knew most of the Red Sox wore baggy uniforms, but I think they have all gone up a size or two for the playoffs. What a bunch of Rag-Bags (Army expression).[/quote]
Agreed. It is disappointing to me that a franchise that is otherwise so traditional kowtows to the slob element and permits them to take the field in those ill-fitting uniforms.
[quote comment=”153382″][quote comment=”153374″]My link of the night. Just what was A-Rod spraying down there?[/quote]
link of A-Rod spraying in a weird place. Are we noticing a little trope with him here?[/quote]
Sure looks like it. He also appears to be have way too much fun for being hitless in a series where his team is about to be eliminated (again).
Multiple funky helmets in the Illinois Wisconsin game including the ION. Not sure as to the model 47 is wearing. Here is a pic from the Penn St. game that shows a few,
Link – link
The arod pictures would be funny in a “looks like theyre kids playing” sorta way if his team wasnt down 2-0 and he wasnt a useless in the playoffs regular season mvp.
here how’s this,
link
Also just noticed that #9 for Illinois appears to have “Team” on the bumper of his helment. They were showing a close up during the review
i noticed the hat-switcher too, and wondered if i was the only one. the first hat i noticed was a neon green and i figured that when they changed, the network guys were having fun, that the color resembled the green-screen that they use to change the ads behind home plate on, and were fooling around.
Well apparently someone in Indiana must have read my complaints on the Chris Creamer boards because last they wore white on crimson last @ Iowa,this week they’re in crimson and white vs Minnesota
Also, how gross was it to watch Manny’s snood get stuck in his hair during the post-homer celebration?
Speaking of weird guys sitting behind home plate, anyone else catch that guy in Game 1 of the Cubs-Backs series with the flashing Cubs sign?
[quote comment=”153386″]Anybody see Fausto Carmona’s tag sticking out of his neckline last night?
Can’t find a good pic of it.
PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
pornish?
Here’s a picture I took of Carmona’s tag.
Oh sorry, here
link
[quote comment=”153432″]Speaking of weird guys sitting behind home plate, anyone else catch that guy in Game 1 of the Cubs-Backs series with the flashing Cubs sign?[/quote]
Yes, so did security. :)
He got the sign taken away for good, too.
sorry, this is a link (mayfly) and from what i could tell they were not what was flying around. this is a link. at least they weren’t muffleheads.
Auburn, playing at home against Vanderbilt, is wearing its usual road white jerseys and pants, but it is wearing plain white helments with gray face masks. Vanderbilt looks tacky in gold jerseys and solid black pants.
The Auburn unis are supposed to honor the 1957 team which was named national champion in that year’s AP poll. The design of the jerseys and pants hasn’t changed since then, but I’m sure the ’57 team didn’t have that “Auburn” wordmark or names on the backs.
[quote comment=”153426″]Also just noticed that #9 for Illinois appears to have “Team” on the bumper of his helment. They were showing a close up during the review[/quote]
It’s a Zook thing, he’s been doing it since he was at Florida. We brought this up last year.
[quote comment=”153386″].
PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
You sure you don’t have spyware hijacking the banner ads?
Watching the KU-K-State game and I have two observations:
a) The KU number font doesn’t look as bad as I thought. Though it’s still kind of goofy and could benefit from a little kerning.
b) The K-State unis look good, although the NCAA pennant looks gi-norm-ous. Scale it down or get rid of it. (KU doesn’t have it.)
[quote comment=”153451″]Watching the KU-K-State game and I have two observations:
a) The KU number font doesn’t look as bad as I thought. Though it’s still kind of goofy and could benefit from a little kerning.
b) The K-State unis look good, although the NCAA pennant looks gi-norm-ous. Scale it down or get rid of it. (KU doesn’t have it.)[/quote]
That looks like a BIg XII pennant. Still don’t like it.
What in the hell is the coach from Wisconsin thinking right now?? It’s 85 degrees and they are playing on turf and the guy is wearing a jacket zipped all the way up to his chin. Is he trying to get ready for a wrestling match or is it just habit?
[quote comment=”153455″]What in the hell is the coach from Wisconsin thinking right now?? It’s 85 degrees and they are playing on turf and the guy is wearing a jacket zipped all the way up to his chin. Is he trying to get ready for a wrestling match or is it just habit?[/quote]
Beilema always wears a jacket.
Agreed. It is disappointing to me that a franchise that is otherwise so traditional kowtows to the slob element and permits them to take the field in those ill-fitting uniforms.
How are the Red Sox “so traditional”? This is a team that wears alternate red jerseys on occasion, has multiple mascots at the park and in the 1970s went the same route so many other teams did with pullover jerseys and elastic pants.
[quote comment=”153467″]Agreed. It is disappointing to me that a franchise that is otherwise so traditional kowtows to the slob element and permits them to take the field in those ill-fitting uniforms.
How are the Red Sox “so traditional”? This is a team that wears alternate red jerseys on occasion, has multiple mascots at the park and in the 1970s went the same route so many other teams did with pullover jerseys and elastic pants.[/quote]
Those are valid points. How about this: The Red Sox like to hold themselves out as a storied and traditional franchise, yet [insert insult directed at sloppy players here].
All Blacks wearing silver again in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals against a dark blue French team.
Any Uni-Watch fans on X-Box Live? I’m curious as to how many fellow gamers are on this blog. I bet All Pro Football 2K8 would be a great hit to this crew due to its incredible uniform maker.
Here’s the link on the guy behind the visitors’ dugout at Jacobs Field.
[quote comment=”153389″][quote comment=”153386″]PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
“Porn-ish”? What are you talking about?[/quote]
Well, there are some X-rated banner ads on the far left of the page, near the content, and also inbetween the content and comments at the bottom…. I suppose it could be my computer? But I didn’t think of that right away, maybe I’m the only one having this problem. Sorry to alarm anyone if that is the case. I’ll run my anti-spyware software, etc., and let ya know. Sorry again if it’s my fault
[quote comment=”153491″][quote comment=”153389″][quote comment=”153386″]PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
“Porn-ish”? What are you talking about?[/quote]
Well, there are some X-rated banner ads on the far left of the page, near the content, and also inbetween the content and comments at the bottom…. I suppose it could be my computer? But I didn’t think of that right away, maybe I’m the only one having this problem. Sorry to alarm anyone if that is the case. I’ll run my anti-spyware software, etc., and let ya know. Sorry again if it’s my fault[/quote]
All I see there is an add for insurance.
That should be “ad”, not “add”. My mistake.
Found a good picture of Zook’s “link” bumper. People have been talking about it, so I thought I’d contribute a visual.
What’s with the little guy on the back of Texas’ helmet? I don’t have a pic yet, but it’s sort of a greenish silhouette.
Here I thought link was the only place with a Hat Man.
whoa, didn’t realize the illini uni’s were so terrible.
[quote comment=”153507″]What’s with the little guy on the back of Texas’ helmet? I don’t have a pic yet, but it’s sort of a greenish silhouette.[/quote]
Assuming you’re talking about the UT Longhorns. It’s a bluebonnet sticker to honor Lady Bird Johnson.
[quote comment=”153513″][quote comment=”153507″]What’s with the little guy on the back of Texas’ helmet? I don’t have a pic yet, but it’s sort of a greenish silhouette.[/quote]
Assuming you’re talking about the UT Longhorns. It’s a bluebonnet sticker to honor Lady Bird Johnson.[/quote]
Yeah, I mean the Longhorns. Has it been there all season and I’ve just missed it? I didn’t realize it was so cute; that’s really nice.
[quote comment=”153495″][quote comment=”153491″][quote comment=”153389″][quote comment=”153386″]PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
“Porn-ish”? What are you talking about?[/quote]
Well, there are some X-rated banner ads on the far left of the page, near the content, and also inbetween the content and comments at the bottom…. I suppose it could be my computer? But I didn’t think of that right away, maybe I’m the only one having this problem. Sorry to alarm anyone if that is the case. I’ll run my anti-spyware software, etc., and let ya know. Sorry again if it’s my fault[/quote]
All I see there is an add for insurance.[/quote]
I’d definatly recommend the spyware scan. Uni-watch supplies some VERY static ads, and Google Ads usually are safe for work. What browser do you use?
[quote comment=”153466″][quote comment=”153455″]What in the hell is the coach from Wisconsin thinking right now?? It’s 85 degrees and they are playing on turf and the guy is wearing a jacket zipped all the way up to his chin. Is he trying to get ready for a wrestling match or is it just habit?[/quote]
Beilema always wears a jacket.[/quote]
Maybe he’s got a circulation problem like Terry Francona?
Something you’d never thought you’d see is actually happening: an Ivy League school (Princeton) is rocking the unitard look, wearing all black (with their winged helmets) against Hampton
Weekly Indiana update: much in the way they went with the white shirts over crimson pants last week, the Hoosiers went crimson over white this week for the first time since week 1 2005.
link
[quote comment=”153515″][quote comment=”153495″][quote comment=”153491″][quote comment=”153389″][quote comment=”153386″]PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
“Porn-ish”? What are you talking about?[/quote]
Well, there are some X-rated banner ads on the far left of the page, near the content, and also inbetween the content and comments at the bottom…. I suppose it could be my computer? But I didn’t think of that right away, maybe I’m the only one having this problem. Sorry to alarm anyone if that is the case. I’ll run my anti-spyware software, etc., and let ya know. Sorry again if it’s my fault[/quote]
All I see there is an add for insurance.[/quote]
I’d definatly recommend the spyware scan. Uni-watch supplies some VERY static ads, and Google Ads usually are safe for work. What browser do you use?[/quote]
OK, I admit it: I’ve finally taken the plunge and started accepting porn ads. Starting next week, in fact, I will only accept porn ads (except maybe for a NAMBLA ad). That’s why I’m moving back the publishing time from 9am to 10:15am next week — so I can, um, “personally review” each ad’s content…
I know what you’re probably wondering, so let me address that right here: No, the models will not be permitted to wear purple lingerie.
Any truth to the rumor that you’re only allowing sites that have naked pictures of Anna Kournikova or Lindsey Davenport to advertise? Will the wireless-friendly ones be marked with a green dot>
There is a really good article on the NHL jerseys on CBS if you scroll all the way down you can vote on the “16 best jerseys.” You can also see an overview of each of the jerseys.
link
[quote comment=”153545″]Any truth to the rumor that you’re only allowing sites that have naked pictures of Anna Kournikova or Lindsey Davenport to advertise? Will the wireless-friendly ones be marked with a green dot>[/quote]
In addition, models will NOT be wearing white at home during hockey season, will sport the weird Buccaneers font ONLY during practice, and may come with a bit of Nike logo creep, especially if she is wearing an orange sorts bra. No word on whether or not it rips too easily in a fight. </sarcasm>
But their Ree-boxes are most welcome ;)
Colt McCoy’s rear ‘2’ is coming off at the bottom. It’s right on the ridge of his lumbar pad, so its easy to catch an edge with it. Not quite flapping, but definitely loose.
[quote comment=”153557″]There is a really good article on the NHL jerseys on CBS if you scroll all the way down you can vote on the “16 best jerseys.” You can also see an overview of each of the jerseys.
link[/quote]
Why oh why do they have 2 of the best sweaters going against each other in rd one (Montreal and Columbus)?
link
I-L-L
It’s Paul’s worst nightmare down in Clemson. They’re rocking the all purple unitards. I agree with people who say that you should form your own opinions about what you think about certain uniforms, whether Paul likes it or not but Clemson looks horrendous. Bright orange helmets and a purple unitard is not a good combination. It looks like they got dressed in the dark. One more thing, Clemson just kicked a field goal and the kicker doesn’t have a chin strap and the announcers scolded him for not wearing it
Has anyone noticed the Boston Celtics uniform that they wore for their game in Rome? It appears the “Bo” are green with a white outline; the “st” in white with a white outline, and the “on” in Orange with a white outline.
[quote comment=”153580″]Has anyone noticed the Boston Celtics uniform that they wore for their game in Rome? It appears the “Bo” are green with a white outline; the “st” in white with a white outline, and the “on” in Orange with a white outline.[/quote]red/white/green. colors of the Italian flag.
I have never heard them called Canadian Soldiers, I had to look it up to see that you were talking about what we call fishflies in my part of Michigan.
Cubs and D-Baacks wearing their traditional home and away jerseys (I was dreading blue for Chicago and red for Arizona). Dick Stockton calling the game for Turner.
the orioles need to call the designers of the d-backs jerseys for SOMETHING creative!!
What is it about closers? Mariano Rivera AND Jonathon Papplebon were wearing last years hats with the grey underbill.
I assume this has been answered, but I can’t find the answer.
I am watching the Penguins – Ducks game on HDNET, and each player has a purple sticker on the back of their helmets. Even the goalies for both teams. Anyone know why?
Looks like Colorado forgot to make that last payment to Musco, cause they just threw the switch in Oskaloosa and killed the lights.
[quote comment=”153596″]Cubs and D-Baacks wearing their traditional home and away jerseys (I was dreading blue for Chicago and red for Arizona). Dick Stockton calling the game for Turner.[/quote]
Chicago had not worn blue all season. I seem to recall Paul saying something to the effect that the blue was officially phased out back in April.
[quote comment=”153575″]I-L-L[/quote]
D-U-I
looks like they’re sporting some new dugout jackets for the rockies-phillies game tonight – are these a preview of what all the teams will wear next year?
how sweet is this photo? the late afternoon autumn sun creates a classic look even for the d-back’s road unis.
link
Wanna bet that we Stanford wearing those red pants on the road more often?
“that we see Stanford,” that is
Cold front coming through Denver – temp is supposed to drop into the high 30s tonight with a 30 mph wind, so both teams are getting out the heavier dugout jackets, and most of the Rockies are wearing the warmer grey-body compression shirts under the vests.
I’m surprised no one has mentioned Jimenez’s backward stirrups and Moyer’s Nike polka-dot sleeve Nike undershirt in the Rockies-Phillies game.
Or then again, this just might be the usual uniwatch fodder.
Isn’t it ironic how the team with the worst unis have a pitcher with the best socks (on the field)?
Anyone know why the “C” painted in the end zone of the ND-UCLA game is blue with a yellow drop shadow while the rest of the letters are yellow with a blue drop shadow?
[quote comment=”153635″]Anyone know why the “C” painted in the end zone of the ND-UCLA game is blue with a yellow drop shadow while the rest of the letters are yellow with a blue drop shadow?[/quote]
UCLA is doing that to highlight the 100 championships they have won as a university. Roman numeral C=100
[quote comment=”153619″]I assume this has been answered, but I can’t find the answer.
I am watching the Penguins – Ducks game on HDNET, and each player has a purple sticker on the back of their helmets. Even the goalies for both teams. Anyone know why?[/quote]
It’s a link sticker for October only. All players on all teams will wear it this month.
[quote comment=”153635″]Anyone know why the “C” painted in the end zone of the ND-UCLA game is blue with a yellow drop shadow while the rest of the letters are yellow with a blue drop shadow?[/quote]
I’d assume that it has to do with the first to 100 championships sticker that all UCLA team have been wearing. but i have no idea
[quote comment=”153619″]I assume this has been answered, but I can’t find the answer.
I am watching the Penguins – Ducks game on HDNET, and each player has a purple sticker on the back of their helmets. Even the goalies for both teams. Anyone know why?[/quote]
They are pink stickers for Hockey Fights Cancer.
Sorry cant find a picture but they showed it on HNIC ealier tonight
Timberwolves in Europe link..
Celtics with the link
I was at the OU/UT game sitting behind the OU bench and the coaches had on some polos with Sooners written on the top back in cursive. What was the font shaped like? A nike logo
Illinois had pink sideline markers as part of the whole breast cancer awareness movement.
Phillies pitcher Tom Gordon has an earplug in (left ear)…
[quote comment=”153477″]All Blacks wearing silver again in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals against a dark blue French team.[/quote]
France ended up with FIFA Mix’N’Match Systemâ„¢-created link look. Will be interesting to see what will happen if they get link in the final.
Or if they end up against link or
why is the “st” in “Boston” filled in while the “Bo-on” is only outlined in white?
[quote comment=”153477″]All Blacks wearing silver again in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals against a dark blue French team.[/quote]
France ended up with FIFA Mix’N’Match Systemâ„¢-created link look. Wonder if they’ll pick the whites should they win the toss for the semi against England.
Or if they get to the final and face link, link or link , three sides who rarely ever wear their away kit.
It’ll probably end up England/SA though.
Since when does Stanford have link?
I don’t know why the NBA would change such a recognized brand as the Boston Celtics for an exhibition game in an overseas market. I can see adding something to commemorate holding the game in Europe (a patch or something), but changing their entire look seems like it defeats the purpose of what they are doing.
[quote comment=”153389″][quote comment=”153386″]
OK, I admit it: I’ve finally taken the plunge and started accepting porn ads. Starting next week, in fact, I will only accept porn ads (except maybe for a NAMBLA ad). That’s why I’m moving back the publishing time from 9am to 10:15am next week — so I can, um, “personally review” each ad’s content…
[/quote]
roflmao.
And you owe me for a new monitor.
Pepsi and LCD screens just don’t mix well.
Maybe it was the Celtics idea, their way of giving a very subtle nod to the country that is graciously hosting them? Maybe they did it just to throw all of the Uni Watchers for a loop? Maybe they really like the Scuderia Ferrari?
The NBA has added the national colors to unis for overseas exhibition games the last few years.
Rockies closer Manny Corpas had the hologram sticker on his underbrim tonight.
Sad news in uni-land, as the Rockies win out in the black vests, so we’ll surely be seeing them Thursday in Phoenix. Gotta love lucky momentum laundry.
[quote comment=”153466″][quote comment=”153455″]What in the hell is the coach from Wisconsin thinking right now?? It’s 85 degrees and they are playing on turf and the guy is wearing a jacket zipped all the way up to his chin. Is he trying to get ready for a wrestling match or is it just habit?[/quote]
Beilema always wears a jacket.[/quote]
Wisconsin Coach Bret Bielema has always worn a red windbreaker as a superstition since his first season with the Badgers in 2004 as the Defensive Coordinator. It is a winning superstition.
[quote comment=”153386″]Anybody see Fausto Carmona’s tag sticking out of his neckline last night?
Can’t find a good pic of it.
PS: What’s with the porn-ish ads all over UniWatch now???[/quote]
I thought those ads were based on what you search on your computer??