tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post115640963520906672..comments2024-03-27T21:22:03.495-04:00Comments on Dan Shaughnessy Watch: WTF?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156521668088800922006-08-25T12:01:00.000-04:002006-08-25T12:01:00.000-04:00First the story about Theo and the boat trip where...First the story about Theo and the boat trip where Dan refers to "the handsome head of young Theo" (really, really gives me the creeps) and now this piece of rambling garbage. When I read his "columns" lately they sound like the diary they find after a guy snaps and goes on some sort of shooting spree. The bitterness is just way over the top and getting very personal. I think Theo should get a restraining order just in case.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156521643215677742006-08-25T12:00:00.000-04:002006-08-25T12:00:00.000-04:00First the story about Theo and the boat trip where...First the story about Theo and the boat trip where Dan refers to "the handsome head of young Theo" (really, really gives me the creeps) and now this piece of rambling garbage. When I read his "columns" lately they sound like the diary they find after a guy snaps and goes on some sort of shooting spree. The bitterness is just way over the top and getting very personal. I think Theo should get a restraining order just in case.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156477826733967892006-08-24T23:50:00.000-04:002006-08-24T23:50:00.000-04:00I only read Globe columnists from time to time but...I only read Globe columnists from time to time but in just a couple of columns it becomes very apparent the disdain that this guy has for Theo and Manny. What dissapointed me was that Jackie Macmullen decided to pile on Manny as well, I emailed her about and she actually emailed me back which I appreciated. Bob Ryan ussually seems fair and I enjoy his unique style. Does anyone know if Bob and Bozo get along? I bet he hates Bob becuase he doesn't get any of his sweet ESPN gigs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156467902390084452006-08-24T21:05:00.000-04:002006-08-24T21:05:00.000-04:00I've had it with him. The bitter sarcastic act is...I've had it with him. The bitter sarcastic act is played. <BR/><BR/>As Pitino would say, "the negativity in this town sucks."<BR/><BR/>Maybe he'll second guess the Portsmouth, NH team in tomorrow's columnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156450872107600172006-08-24T16:21:00.000-04:002006-08-24T16:21:00.000-04:00Dan Shaughnessy is now officially certifiable. Som...Dan Shaughnessy is now officially certifiable. Someone please call the local psychiatric hospital. It's for his own good.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156445560433328692006-08-24T14:52:00.000-04:002006-08-24T14:52:00.000-04:00I wrote this to him earlier in regards to this hor...I wrote this to him earlier in regards to this horrific column:<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Just when I thought you couldn't become any more of a mis-informed hack you go out and prove me wrong. Your attempt to twist Theo Epstein's explanation of his philosophy to help support your unhealthy desire to be bitter is pathetic. Not once has Epstein ever said that his prospects are untouchable. He just wasn't going to give them away for Kip Wells or for $30 million worth of a right fielder who has 8 home runs. You were the one last year who was big on figuring out how much John Henry was paying Curt Schilling per win (while conveniently ignoring that he was a closer more than half the time he was on the active roster). It's only fair now that you count how much the Yankees will be paying Abreu per home run. Besides, we both know that would've been your angle had the Red Sox actually dealt for him. And I know the trading deadline was so long ago now that it's hard for you to remember the facts, so let me refresh your memory. The only reason why you know anything about the possibility of getting Roy Oswalt was because Sean McAdam reported it, (just like he beat you to the scoop on Manny Ramirez being upset about the scorekeeper over the weekend) so it's no wonder that you have your facts wrong. It's hard to stay accurate when you're getting all your information fifth hand. The Astros wanted Andruw Jones in exchange for Oswalt, so Epstein called John Schuerholz about it. Schuerholz told Epstein it would take Coco Crisp, Jon Lester, & Craig Hansen. Epstein told him to pick somebody besides Lester, and while Epstein was waiting for Schueholz to get back to him, Houston pulled out. So you've been wrong on two ends. The first was that Manny Delcarmen was never involved in the discussion. The second one is that the Red Sox most certainly didn't kill the deal because they didn't want to part with Delcarmen. The reason why you mentioned Delcarmen in today's article is because you know that it made Epstein look more like an idiot if you said he wouldn't trade Delcarmen for Oswalt rather than Crisp, Hansen, & Lester. But the truth has never stopped you before. That's why your editor refers to you as the bravest sports writer he knows, because you have no regard for the truth, accuracy, or decency.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156445348547524972006-08-24T14:49:00.000-04:002006-08-24T14:49:00.000-04:00If the Sox miss the playoffs and Theo is gone beca...If the Sox miss the playoffs and Theo is gone because of it, a)that would be incredibly stupid and b)CHB would have an absolute field day. We might finally hit rock bottom.<BR/><BR/>That said, I give Theo 5 years or less in this town. John Henry would never fire him, but he will leave all the same, maybe because of stress or failure, but just as likely because he just decides he'd rather not do it any more. Getting engaged after saying for years that he didn't have time for a family is the writing on the wall. Mark my words: in 2011, we'll have a different GM, and the search will start from square one, because somebody will have poached Jed and Ben from us by then. But it hardly matters, because CHB will hate them anyway.<BR/><BR/>Let's see if I'm psychic.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156438288485334792006-08-24T12:51:00.000-04:002006-08-24T12:51:00.000-04:00"This is all about him trying to turn the fans aga..."This is all about him trying to turn the fans against Theo and the fans not following his lead. Irksome, isn't it, Dan? After all this time, they still like Theo better than you. All that effort, gone to waste; you haven't managed to single-handedly tear him down yet."<BR/><BR/>You nailed it right here, Chiefette! He must have received far more feedback than usual regarding Sunday's column and this is his reply to all. It must have stunned him to realize that he isn't nearly as influential as he thinks he is. So instead of trying to win over hearts and minds, he has to insult the readers he supposedly writes for. This is someone who cannot compete in the arena of ideas. Its only going to get worse and more personal. If the Sox miss the playoffs and Theo is still on the job, we might have to remove the CH from CHB.<BR/><BR/>BTW, I do appreciate seeing all the kids finally getting thier shot at the big-time. They should have gone full-steam ahead with the youth movement as soon as they won the title.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156437408722709502006-08-24T12:36:00.000-04:002006-08-24T12:36:00.000-04:00Less than a minute of research reveals that tours ...Less than a minute of research reveals that tours of Yankee Stadium cost $14. Dodger Stadium charges $15. Wrigley Field is $20. I think charging fans $12 to see one of the most historic sports sites in the country is perfectly fine, Dan.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156433039736051642006-08-24T11:23:00.000-04:002006-08-24T11:23:00.000-04:00//my guess is that Dan has been bombarded with com...//my guess is that Dan has been bombarded with complaints about his negativism in the wake of his recent abortions about Theo and Manny, and that this column is the result.//<BR/><BR/>We have bingo. That, and the fact that Theo is everything CHB is not, including intelligent, level-headed and well-respected by fans as well as baseball insiders. CHB's jealousy is so apparent it's ridiculous. I'm amazed (though I shouldn't be) that the Globe countenances this garbage.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156432657383027332006-08-24T11:17:00.000-04:002006-08-24T11:17:00.000-04:00//And they rely on a flock of fans who are willing...//And they rely on a flock of fans who are willing to pay $12 just to walk into an empty ballpark and look at the ancient poles.//<BR/><BR/>this was by far the nadir of what really was like swimming through a brimming tank of raw sewage. the guy OPENLY DISPLAYS HIS CONTEMPT for sox fans, and yet there are apparently still sox fans out there who continue to take his word for things--either that, or the globe shares his contempt. those are the only two possible explanations for why he still has a job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156432405867218022006-08-24T11:13:00.000-04:002006-08-24T11:13:00.000-04:00oh, wait. disregard my comment on the post above. ...oh, wait. disregard my comment on the post above. had no idea which was the current column or not--someone just sent me the link to this crap today.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156431770528339562006-08-24T11:02:00.000-04:002006-08-24T11:02:00.000-04:00I'm no fan of Dan, but I thought "Red Sox: It's Ca...I'm no fan of Dan, but I thought "Red Sox: It's Called Bruins" was friggin' hilarious.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156427104480895532006-08-24T09:45:00.000-04:002006-08-24T09:45:00.000-04:00Worst. Column. Ever.It's SO easy to second-guess a...Worst. Column. Ever.<BR/><BR/>It's SO easy to second-guess after the Sox' 6-game losing streak; where was this "brave" columnist after the trade deadline or when they were 1.5 games out? <BR/><BR/>Save this column so we can throw it in CHB's face when the Sox are back in contention with these untraded players next year!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17263668.post-1156423653169861462006-08-24T08:47:00.000-04:002006-08-24T08:47:00.000-04:00What would this guy do if he were in Toronto, Balt...What would this guy do if he were in Toronto, Baltimore or Kansas City? The Red Sox are 4 games out of a playoff spot, even though they have suffered through some major injuries. The way he carries on, you'd swear they tried to make bad moves.<BR/><BR/>If I were a 210# finely-tuned athlete and this fat, ugly, Ronald McDonald-looking press nerd was badmouthing me, the next time he came into my clubhouse, he'd have a swirlie waiting for him!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com