Mariners

August 18th, 2011

The resemblance isn’t as good as Eric Wedge and Ron Swanson, but still pretty close.  And now that Wedge has lost the mustache, it makes it a little tougher. -Nick

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June 14th, 2011

This week a friend pointed out the similarities between Mariners manager Eric Wedge and Parks and Recreation star Ron Swanson (played by Nick Offerman).  I took the liberty of putting together some pictures: Living in California I don’t get to hear Wedge speak much, but I can imagine him talking in a similar no-nonsense tone, [...]

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February 28th, 2011

“My Oh My” — Sweet Dave Niehaus tribute video by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.  Goosebumps. -Nick

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May 19th, 2010

Monday, Neil and I went to the A’s-Mariners game in Oakland.  It was just a lucky night all-around.  Sunday was Cliff Lee and Tuesday was King Felix.  Monday?  Ryan Rowland-Smith and his 7.62 ERA.  The skies opened up and let loose the only forecast rain all week.  In fact, the rain was really Rowland-Smith’s only [...]

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May 3rd, 2009

Yes, yes, I know it’s only May 3rd, but the Mariners are in 1st place. Awesome extra-inning win this afternoon. -Nick

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April 11th, 2009

Yes, yes, I know it’s only April 11th, but the Mariners are in 1st place. -Nick

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