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This was so funny that I have to post it...Wade Boggs...
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This pic was posted on sportscollectors.net and since many of you are not members, I thought you may enjoy some humor. Boggs did a signing this weekend and someone got this pic...it must have been a very rough night!
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<< <i>the plugs took nicely >>
lmao
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<< <i>If I didn't see that pen in his hand, I would think he was busy doing something else. >>
I think you're referring to the monkeys again , Matt.
<< <i>the plugs took nicely >>
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<< <i>If I didn't see that pen in his hand, I would think he was busy doing something else. >>
I think you're referring to the monkeys again , Matt. >>
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<< <i>Looks a little like Danny Bonaduce >>
I was thinking Screech
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He actually looks a lot younger than the last few years of playing. He took good care of himself overall. Yes, I know he had a hair transplant, but he did take care of himself too.
His career numbers would have been more interesting had he been brought to the majors sooner. I think he was down in the minor leagues way too long.
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<< <i>What was he suppose to do? People were flashing photos all day long ....its hard to be photogenic in that type of setting. A lot of celebrity photos are caught at awkward moments, so only a fraction of the shots taken are going to be nice enough to display and publish. Give this all-time great a break.
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Wow, lighten up! That is what is so funny about it, it was an awkward moment! I had no idea that people got offended over awkward pics...not only celebrities but ALL OF US have had pictures taken of us like that. Most people get a laugh out of it, I even laugh at myself. Personally, I like Boggs because of the work he has done for Multiple Sclerosis (personally affects my life) and for the memories he has given me watching him play. He was also very kind and signed a RC for me in Cooperstown. So chill out, this was all in fun, not a bashing moment.
<< <i>Is it wrong for me to think about not getting his auto at the National because of this pic? I like the guy, big fan, but not sure I want to pay and get that look. Might pay not to get that look. I say this because I am paying more for the experience than the acutal autograph. Probably an isolated incident but with so many options and wanting to feel good about the people we look up to, I might make another choice. Always nice to meet someone you look up to and not feel dorky handing them something to sign and not feel embarrassed to admire them. It's great to show respect for someone and have them treat you like a human being who paid for the privilege of standing next to them and getting their auto and not be made to feel like a pain in the a$$. I can't tell if that's a "You are really a pain in the a$$" look or just "I'm really tired" or a guy being caught off guard because he didn't know a camera was being put in his face. Sometimes a signer can leave you with a feeling that they just want to collect the check and have no interest in interacting with someone who was a fan of their work and that is in my opinion a crappy feeling for the consumer. Anybody have any experience with Wade that they can pass on? Who do you feel have been some of your more enjoyable auto experiences? For me, Eric Dickerson, Len Dawson and Raymond Barry were awesome and the reason I pay a fee to get someone's autograph. >>
interesting.
several years ago, i waited an hour and a half in line for the privilege of having some 8 x 10 glossies signed by Frank Robinson at the request of a business associate....i was pretty excited because all i wanted to do was meet Frank, and perhaps grab a micro-second of his attention for a smile and a handshake......no such luck, i received a grunt and a hand full of signed pics, while another friend stood behind me and recorded the momentous event.....the picture, of course, shows the back of my head, and the top of Frank's head, while he compliantly pushes the Sharpie across the gloss.
then, i heard about some people's Wiliie Mays experiences, and suddenly i didn't feel so bad.
Who remembers that?
interesting.
several years ago, i waited an hour and a half in line for the privilege of having some 8 x 10 glossies signed by Frank Robinson at the request of a business associate....i was pretty excited because all i wanted to do was meet Frank, and perhaps grab a micro-second of his attention for a smile and a handshake......no such luck, i received a grunt and a hand full of signed pics, while another friend stood behind me and recorded the momentous event.....the picture, of course, shows the back of my head, and the top of Frank's head, while he compliantly pushes the Sharpie across the gloss.
then, i heard about some people's Wiliie Mays experiences, and suddenly i didn't feel so bad. >>
Thanks. That's exactly what I'm looking for. Considered Frank before but now crossed off the list. Some people are better admired from afar. Wade still a maybe. Heard bad things about Willie too so I'm keeping my 300.
Its all good. I know you had this in good fun....
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That is what is confusing me. But then again it does not take much to confuse me.
Steve
and when it is your turn simply say "I really don't need an auto I'd just like to shake your hand". You would be surprised at the reaction you might get.
This happened to me one day back around 87 after a Jets game and I was with a long time season ticket holder who had an in with someone and was able to
get autos as the players left. Mark Gastineou <sp> was leaving in a lil red hot car with Bridgette Nielson and the throng surrounded him at his door. After everyone got an auto
I simply walked up and said I'd rather just shake your hand, his jaw dropped his hand extended and we shook hands. All the while Bridgett was acting like "can we just get the hell out of here'
And can you blame her? I met Ken O'brien and Freeman McNeil that late afternoon and only got his auto because he was handing pre auto'd cards out.
Just thought I'd share a moment I had.............
Steve
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<< <i>Remember what kept Boggs in the minors for a while? Boston had Carney Lansford at 3B, and he won a batting title for them in 1981. That year, Boggs won a batting title in AAA. Boston also had another 3B prospect, named Ed Jurak, win a batting title for them in AA the same year.
Nick >>
Then we got rid of him for rising star Scott Cooper...have about 300 of his cards around here, anyone who could replace Boggs must be great!
<< <i>Is it wrong for me to think about not getting his auto at the National because of this pic? I like the guy, big fan, but not sure I want to pay and get that look. Might pay not to get that look. I say this because I am paying more for the experience than the acutal autograph. Probably an isolated incident but with so many options and wanting to feel good about the people we look up to, I might make another choice. Always nice to meet someone you look up to and not feel dorky handing them something to sign and not feel embarrassed to admire them. It's great to show respect for someone and have them treat you like a human being who paid for the privilege of standing next to them and getting their auto and not be made to feel like a pain in the a$$. I can't tell if that's a "You are really a pain in the a$$" look or just "I'm really tired" or a guy being caught off guard because he didn't know a camera was being put in his face. Sometimes a signer can leave you with a feeling that they just want to collect the check and have no interest in interacting with someone who was a fan of their work and that is in my opinion a crappy feeling for the consumer. Anybody have any experience with Wade that they can pass on? Who do you feel have been some of your more enjoyable auto experiences? For me, Eric Dickerson, Len Dawson and Raymond Barry were awesome and the reason I pay a fee to get someone's autograph. >>
I would just be leery of NBA players right now. At an autograph session I would treat them like the soup Nazi from seinfeld. Place your item on the table to be signed, make no eye contact, after he signs pick it up and move on without comment. If you ask an NBA player to personalize the auto or attempt any small talk, you risk taking two or three bullets to the midsection.