tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post78167586522946147..comments2023-10-20T04:28:04.547-04:00Comments on Nats320 -- A Washington Nationals Blog: The Philadelphia ResolutionScreech's Best Friendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01094199653375184305noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-76952342819196108942010-04-18T21:50:41.031-04:002010-04-18T21:50:41.031-04:00Part of me would love to see a Phillies game, and ...Part of me would love to see a Phillies game, and this entry by SBF shows that it's possible for a visiting fan to go to a Phillies game and only hear a few wise-ass comments. But I hear too many "bad Phillies fans" stories to take any chances and the worst time to go is when every game is sold out and Phillies fans believe that ANY ticket sold to a fan of a visiting team takes one away from a deserving Phillies fan. I'd rather wait until the Phils drop back into the pack and there are more empty seats---and safety---at CBP. Even then, I'd rather go with a group of Nats fans sitting together.Edward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-60106095754950019322009-06-03T00:03:19.591-04:002009-06-03T00:03:19.591-04:00Ed, I think that sentiment was meant to be yours, ...Ed, I think that sentiment was meant to be yours, i.e. harassment shouldn't happen.<br /><br />SBF, what a GREAT story! I was really repulsed by your story of last fall, and not remembering any follow-up, I had no idea this was happening. I now feel emboldened to go to Yankee Stadium with my Nats' hat. Anyone want to join?paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15683734720896529408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-41602915823641118532009-06-02T21:47:19.794-04:002009-06-02T21:47:19.794-04:00I read something at the MLB board which is genuine...I read something at the MLB board which is genuinely frightening:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.forums.mlb.com/n/pfx/forum.aspx?webtag=ml-washington&nav=messages&msg=28780.17" rel="nofollow"><i>Seriously its disgusting when visiting fans can't cheer for their team without being subjected to harrasment.</i></a><br /><br />My God. There are Nats fans who think visiting fans SHOULD be harassed? That if the Nats had built up a winning team we can and should be MORE like Philadelphia?Edward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-16511088223337974092009-06-02T21:10:33.284-04:002009-06-02T21:10:33.284-04:00It is this same behavior by fans that is keeping m...<i>It is this same behavior by fans that is keeping me away from football games </i><b>(NO MATTER THE CITY)</b> [EMPHASIS MINE]<i>. I have had one too many bad experiences.</i><br /><br />That reminds me---I remember reading an article in the Post about how 'Skins fans "stepped up" after the infamous game against the Steelers at FedEx to attend the Cowboys game en masse. While the article was meant to be complimentary, I was appalled at what I read and thought to myself, "Maybe we have no right to complain about Philly fans."Edward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-48339250717644271042009-06-02T11:34:32.752-04:002009-06-02T11:34:32.752-04:00I am glad you guys had a better experience this ti...I am glad you guys had a better experience this time, and it is great that the Phillies organization is taking these necessary steps for security. But, what does it say about the Philadelphia fans that these steps ARE necessary. (We have all heard the MANY Eagles-fans stories, too.)<br /><br />It is this same behavior by fans that is keeping me away from football games (no matter the city). I have had one too many bad experiences.<br /><br />GO NATS!NatsFan319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-50556062261504040892009-06-01T21:11:53.316-04:002009-06-01T21:11:53.316-04:00I would not call CBP---as beautiful as it is---bas...I would not call CBP---as beautiful as it is---baseball's Mecca. That title probably goes to Fenway Park, Wrigley Field, and Dodger Stadium. But whether we Nats fans like it or not, the Phils have been the best team in our division the past two or three years. Even if the fans (with help from security) are politer, that does not mean the TEAM is not going to have any mercy on us. <br /><br />The Phils are where we want to be. End of discussionEdward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-40192480101021735912009-06-01T20:59:51.890-04:002009-06-01T20:59:51.890-04:00BTW, about that statue of Connie Mack. You do know...BTW, about that statue of Connie Mack. You do know he played as catcher for the 19th Century Washington Nationals back when they played near Union Station? His grandson served in Congress and his great-grandson represents Florida's 14th District in the House not far from where Mack played ball...Edward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-65583932386625911092009-06-01T20:53:07.312-04:002009-06-01T20:53:07.312-04:00SenatorNat: As much as some are calling for his ou...SenatorNat: As much as some are calling for his ouster, it doesn't bode well now. There are far more problems than Manny Acta managing this team. There is an interim GM, a Big Draft coming next week, player issues to resolve over the trading dealine, long term contracts coming to an end. You can't blow up the team all at once and making Manny the scapegoat would be silly.Screech's Best Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01094199653375184305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-28485356600779015242009-06-01T20:49:07.103-04:002009-06-01T20:49:07.103-04:00Eddie: What's important to understand is that ...Eddie: What's important to understand is that we called The Phillies up on the carpet and they responded, positively, to make things better for EVERYBODY to attend a game at Citizens Bank Park--not just us. And that's a good thing as anyone should be able to watch a ballgame involving their favorite team at any ballpark in The Major Leagues--SAFELY. <br /><br />We are happy about their proactive response.Screech's Best Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01094199653375184305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-82393206477830567372009-06-01T20:44:53.914-04:002009-06-01T20:44:53.914-04:00SenatorNat, it will be Manny Acta managing for the...SenatorNat, it will be Manny Acta managing for the rest of this year. Count on it. Whether he deserves it or not is not the issue. If they were going to fire him, they'd have done it already. They'll ride this one out. If Acta turns it around, they'll pick up his option. If he doesn't, they won't. It's as simple as that.An Briosca Morhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06855174362787324401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-52748538731755968572009-06-01T20:43:00.127-04:002009-06-01T20:43:00.127-04:00Tom: No question about that game and with a certai...Tom: No question about that game and with a certain lefthander on the mound pitching one of his most effective games as a National--especially that strike out of Ryan Howard. I know that is right.<br /><br />The African Queen says "Too Bad You Left Early!!"<br /><br />Maybe one of the best gamers ever at Nats320.<br /><br />http://nats320.blogspot.com/2006/09/wonderful-morning-last-night.htmlScreech's Best Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01094199653375184305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-15125469661379359762009-06-01T20:30:50.656-04:002009-06-01T20:30:50.656-04:00Well, SBF---if you and TAQ were willing to go back...Well, SBF---if you and TAQ were willing to go back to Philly and the Phillies were willing to make ammends, then I'll have to go to a Phillies game myself. However, I have no plans to go in a "playoff" atmosphere. I'd rather go during a relatively meaningless regular season game.<br /><br />And in fairness to Penguins fans, Mike O'Meara was talking several weeks ago about how obnoxious certain <b>Capitals</b> fans were during the playoffs...Edward J. Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11925008506185290162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-76252564155698667052009-06-01T20:27:55.340-04:002009-06-01T20:27:55.340-04:00The Nats ended the Philles quest for the pennant o...The Nats ended the Philles quest for the pennant one September morning around 2:30 am in 2006. It was a great day in Nationals' history.<br />Right SBF?Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03414044705479336644noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-33670975998315088302009-06-01T19:09:06.012-04:002009-06-01T19:09:06.012-04:00I don't understand why any Philly fan, drunk or no...I don't understand why any Philly fan, drunk or not, a jerk or not, would hate the Nats. The Nats are the best thing that ever existed for the Phillies. The Nats are a gift; an almost automatic victory for their team. <br /><br />As obnoxious as they are, these drunks and jerks are the ones Stan Kasten recruits to come to our ballpark and make life miserable for us.phil dunnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-65624372882338947642009-06-01T16:50:40.908-04:002009-06-01T16:50:40.908-04:00And what has your experience at Shea/Citi Field be...And what has your experience at Shea/Citi Field been like? I feel the need to defend my beloved Phillies as being always labeled the worst fans.david morrishttp://davidmorrisw.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-41928170645586306172009-06-01T14:34:25.025-04:002009-06-01T14:34:25.025-04:00I am glad to see you guys had a good time and at l...I am glad to see you guys had a good time and at least the owners tried to show some class. I've worn Red Sox gear to Yankee Stadium and never even come close to experiencing what you two went through last year.<br /><br />There must be something in the water in Pennsylvania. Having had to endure Penguins fans at the Caps games this year, they are just as obnoxious and crude as their Philly cousins. Luckily, there were only a handful during the playoffs.yazzy1956https://www.blogger.com/profile/17547480988367313462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28676208.post-88506617977058199122009-06-01T13:58:04.338-04:002009-06-01T13:58:04.338-04:00Now that you have been to MLB's current version of...Now that you have been to MLB's current version of Mecca, you two may return to reality: would you like Davey Johnson; Bob Brenly; Ray Knight; or Tim Foli to manage the Nats after All-Star Break? I would go with Ray Knight as interim for the fans, Foli as company man, one of the other two based on .545 manigerial winning percentages. <br /><br />If none of these four, please indicate whom. I do not believe it is a question of whether any longer.<br /><br /><br />Trust in HOK to use a cookie-cutter design for new stadia: all uniform.SenatorNathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10049860385485455410noreply@blogger.com