The Cliff Notes version: After hitting a homer off Wilson in the 12th inning of the Giants' 7-5 13-inning victory, Blake was seen on television making the same well known gesture that Wilson makes after every save in tribute to both his Christian faith and his late father.By the time Wilson returned to the clubhouse after securing the win in the 13th, some friends had sent images of Blake to his cell phone, sending him into an agitated state that his teammates instantly had to calm him down from.
The meaning of Wilson's gesture was pretty well-guarded secret until last season, when the All-Star reliever finally told Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News that he adapted a slogan for an ultimate fighting clothing company to reflect his own personal beliefs and that he has never intended to offend any opponents with it.
"It shows no disrespect toward anybody. It's all positive praise. It's not for showboating. It's not to start an epidemic. It's just me getting a quick message out to the world and to Christ and that's it. I just thought, `What more perfect time to display my faith than at the end of a game?'"
Since he's considered one of baseball's good guys, it doesn't seem in Blake's DNA to get that personal with an opponent. Then again, just last season he expressed his distaste for showboaters, as Diamond Leung so excellently recalled from a rivalry game with the Giants last season, so who knows?:
After Giants reliever Billy Sadler struck out Casey Blake to end the eighth, the rookie made a demonstrative celebratory gesture similar to the one he did after getting Manny Ramirez last month. This time, Blake and Matt Kemp exchanged words with Sadler, causing both dugouts to empty.
"Apparently, that's his gig," Blake said. "It's dumb. If I hit a home run off him, I'm not going to pump my fist and yell, especially if I'm not in the race."
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Why does Wilson have his cell phone in the dugout? His spirtuality comes from an ultimate fighting clothing company? He had to be calmed down by team mates?
Do you think he he's edgy with his celtic tattoos, soul patch and wacky haircut? Where was his Christ when this clown was twittering about getting drunk the night before a game a few weeks back?
How about his funny hat? Isnt that adorable?
How about his second blown save and lifetime 4.24 ERA?
Dodger Casey Blake said it all regarding posseur asses like Brian Wilson, "dumb."
you forgot one thing- the Giants actually won a tight game and showed resiliency after God man blew the save. They are two games over .500, grounds for shouting in these dark days.
Little Panda goes 0-6 with a pink bat.
Little Panda.
I got a little drunk on Mother's Day on high octane margaritas. Fingers wagged. Hushed tones.
Fuck 'em.
You ungreatful son. Tsk, tsk.
Bought the new Booker T album. Kinda like it.
The Giants win was surprising. And enjoyable. Little Panda is doing better tonight. Wilson's still a first class jerkoff though.
yea, he is, and the long line of believers making their way through SF is starting to get on my nerves, even if BW is probably a faker. One of my favorite Bill Hicks' lines: "Do you think if Jesus does come back he's gonna want to see people wearing crosses. Ouch. Kinda like wearing a rifle pin when you pay your respects to Jackie O." It's funnier in his mouth.
If I were Bill Maher: new rule: if baseball players have a "bench-clearing brawl," everyone must throw at least one punch. I'm tired of the sissyhood of major league players- they're like Berkeley liberals- everything offends them but they won't lay down. Fuck that shit.
They're going to win again. The Nationals are worse than last night's mom's day humor.
17-14, baby- can you feel it?
agree re fake brawls. They are unacceptable for us hockey fans. The Giants could put themselves in a NL West leadership position. A quick look at the Giants schedule vs the Dodgers appears to be favorable for SF.
I have a vicious cold. Flop sweats at night. Head all plugged up. Achey. Goddamn it.
Did anyone hear or see the Warriors press conference today? Very disturbing. As Ray Ratto pointed out afterwards, none of what the front office says matters until the Warriors win. And the chances of that look dim with Riley parroting Nelson re Monte being a point guard. Of course Chris Cohan was nowhere to be seen keeping up his rep as a coward. Someone please tell me when this nightmare will end.
Little panda!
I knew he'd hit it, and here's why-
Earlier in the evening, Lucas and I sat down to write and record our first song. He put on purple sunglasses, a brown felt hat and a long, black cape. Our first song was called, "Litte Panda"-
Little Panda, you run so fast
I like to see you when you go right past
Little Panda, you've got such a fat ass
I'm telling you, we've got another sports hit on our hands. I'll clean it up and get it to KNBR for the morning show.
We're gonna be huge. Really.
I never had you pegged as a stage father. You're like the Beach Boy's dad. You mean SOB!
Actually, I'm pissed you replaced me with a first grader. Bastard. And tell Lucas I'm gunning for him on the 360.
Kids.
I am a nurturing father supporting my children's interests by providing positive feedback to everything they do no matter how much they suck and no matter how much it prepares them to be devastated by a world that cares not for their self-esteem.
I have to say, though, I dig the kid's falsetto. You can't go there no more, and, sadly, you are fired.
I heard Hagar is getting the boys back together. Maybe he needs a second guitarist?
Lucas hit a homer tonight. A hot smash in the left-center field gap that went all the way into the other game on the other field. Why can't the Giants do that, aside from a fat catcher and an even fatter Panda?
I'm so confused.
I don't remember Michael Jordan thanking God.
that's why he'll burn in hell
On a complete other note mr. Derr, I have to thank you for sending me The Hunches latest effort. It took me a while to appreciate the whole thing, but now it doesn't want to leave my car stereo. It. Really. Is. That. Good.
The same I had with Dan Melchior. It took me a while but I like it a lot. There are a few more records you send me, but can't really recall. They must not have made such an impact on me as The Hunches. Tell those guys to fly to Sydney and play a few shows down under.
I did see The Drones play in Sydney a few weeks back and they were truly great.
Well fuck it. I'll contract out for my band. Nothing but session men who give me no lip.
And that Hagar comment was cold.
It's true, the Hunches are shit hot. All I listen to are them, Black Time's latest, Black Lips, Lou Rawls and Sam Cooke.
Yeah, you heard me right.
BTW Chris O, I gotta ask...who stole the soul? Malcom McClaren? Dick Clark? Pat Boone?
Chuck Weiss?
The Hunches rule. I still like the first one the best, and I think their best songs are actually on their singles, but all of their records have great tunes on them, and given the context of the last record, it's pretty amazing they pulled off that kind of original quality.
Glad to see you still have fingers and can type, Rein.
I don't know if I told you but Chris, who shows up here occasionally, is putting out a long lost Dan Melchior double record that is really fucking good. It should come out this summer, maybe- Chris?
Hagar, cold? He's got Satriani on lead and that dude from the Chili Peppers on drums and Michael fucking Anthony on the bass. You are the only one for rhythm.
Ok, if not, get your ass over here and let's go at it. I'm sick and tired of empty talk. Lucas and I wrote another song tonight.
I want action.
Fly me over and I am your man!
You told me the Dam Melchior story and even send me the record and I think I even mentioned to you that I think it is really fucking good.
Let's talk soon. Over a phone.
I am out this weekend. Recovering from sickness and preparing for first day at work. I will make it up to you I swear.
Wayman Tisdale died of cancer today. He was 44 and in addition to being a great forward and jazzman, he always struck me as a solid dude. His cancer reminds me of how scared I was a few months ago regarding my wife. Sorry to get heavy, but I can't help feeling like life is often random, unfair and even downright cruel.
Always drink good cold beer because life is short and it's tough out there.
we were never on for this weekend. I couldn't do it
I believe Tony was there the first night we talked about doing the Dan record, right? It is completely ready to send to the press right now. Just waiting until the end of the summer as we agreed with Dan.
I have an announcement. Tony is not the only one who got a job in the Financial Services Industry this week. You are looking at a Northwestern Mutual Financial Agent right here. Pending a background check, passing my California Life and Health exams and a month of training I am looking to "network"! I would love to talk with you about insurance. My days as an IT recruiter are mercifully coming to a close
congrats, Chris- when are we celebrating?
Hell yes! Nice job Chris. How about some beers next weekend?
Rein, I miss you Liz and I are still planning to get out there. Did I hear a rumor you might be moving, though?
Had a chick flick, Anne Hathaway night- Rachel Getting Married and Bride Wars. My wife was in heaven. I am deeply ashamed.
It would be really good to see you down under Tony. We are planning to move at some time, but we will still be in Australia the coming two years. So there is no stopping you now!
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