Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:23 pm
I assumed he was taken out related to his brain fart losing track of the count.
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Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:25 pm
Sarcastic approach!sikeston bulldog2 wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:04 pm Sarcastically you could call him Rope. Or laser. Or clothesline.
I like it.
Of course, "rope" or "laser" could refer to a line drive, which runs the risk of diverting attention away from the intended meaning.
Could be a bit problematic.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:27 pm
"The kid can hit."
If so, I would prefer calling him "leftfielder".
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:28 pm
Pretty clear you enjoyed it.Adam2 wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 09:59 amI found no enjoyment in this weird post. I hope you're doing ok, have a nice TuesdayMelville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 08:48 am For several years I have provided perfect branding to many Cardinal players and executives, to explain and capture the key to understanding the role each played.
Super Slo Mo
The Paper Tyler
Lars The Human Sushi-baar
The Poser
WoeBegone
The Baseball Clown
The Marmot
Jack Patches
Yad-"I" (only late in his career)
Toxic Twins
The Unicorn
Others.
After watching yesterday's game, and a certain high arcing, slow arriving throw to second base, it is time to reveal another.
But first, a choice must be made between 2 worthy appellations.
And so, for the first time, I will put it to a vote before the final determination.
Shall it be Eephus Herrera?
Or Hail Mary Herrera?
I am leaning toward the latter but will consider the ballot returns before applying the perfect branding.
You have a nice day as well - and enjoy the game later.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:32 pm
Predictably, that is very nice of you.Mr Nice Guy wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 09:45 amThe Paper Tyler was pretty good. It's both a play on paper tiger:
But it also describes his fragility, as if he's made of paper.pa·per ti·ger
/ˌpāpər ˈtīɡər/
noun
a person or thing that appears threatening but is ineffectual.
I also feel like Yad-I is pretty accurate for Molina's attitude his last few seasons (and I say that as a person who was a huge Yadi fan until his attitude became grating me at the end of his career)
Personally, I think Super Slo Mo, The Poser, and Lars The Human Sushi-baar belong in the upper echelon with the 2 you referenced.
The others, while very instructive, are not quite as good.
It remains to be seen how well The Unicorn will apply over time - but I remain confident.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:41 pm
Good one.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:44 pm
Cannon. Or howitzer. Bullet.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:25 pmSarcastic approach!sikeston bulldog2 wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:04 pm Sarcastically you could call him Rope. Or laser. Or clothesline.
I like it.
Of course, "rope" or "laser" could refer to a line drive, which runs the risk of diverting attention away from the intended meaning.
Could be a bit problematic.
I do like Rope.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 13:47 pm
Mehlville is most definitely someones elses fake account where they have fun trolling the people missing the obvious parodyWLTFE wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 09:04 amPeople take you waaay to [fork]ing seriously.. and you know what is coming..and I'm betting you'll enjoy every whiney reply!Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 08:48 am For several years I have provided perfect branding to many Cardinal players and executives, to explain and capture the key to understanding the role each played.
Super Slo Mo
The Paper Tyler
Lars The Human Sushi-baar
The Poser
WoeBegone
The Baseball Clown
The Marmot
Jack Patches
Yad-"I" (only late in his career)
Toxic Twins
The Unicorn
Others.
After watching yesterday's game, and a certain high arcing, slow arriving throw to second base, it is time to reveal another.
But first, a choice must be made between 2 worthy appellations.
And so, for the first time, I will put it to a vote before the final determination.
Shall it be Eephus Herrera?
Or Hail Mary Herrera?
I am leaning toward the latter but will consider the ballot returns before applying the perfect branding.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 16:19 pm
Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:27 pm"The kid can hit."
If so, I would prefer calling him "leftfielder".
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 16:23 pm
I think our LFer is doing just fine. And you just hate that.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:27 pm"The kid can hit."
If so, I would prefer calling him "leftfielder".
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 16:44 pm
I think Melville may be waiting for Crooks next year and just doesn't wanna see The Iváninator at catcher long term.Futuregm2 wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 16:23 pmI think our LFer is doing just fine. And you just hate that.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:27 pm"The kid can hit."
If so, I would prefer calling him "leftfielder".
Hey, looky there! The cool nickname is taking hold!
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 16:50 pm
Indeed.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:00 pmEephus was the first word which occured to me at the time of the throw (the latest of many) and it neatly replaced "Ivan".WeeVikes wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 11:42 amIt’s only and always about the game.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 08:48 am For several years I have provided perfect branding to many Cardinal players and executives, to explain and capture the key to understanding the role each played.
Super Slo Mo
The Paper Tyler
Lars The Human Sushi-baar
The Poser
WoeBegone
The Baseball Clown
The Marmot
Jack Patches
Yad-"I" (only late in his career)
Toxic Twins
The Unicorn
Others.
After watching yesterday's game, and a certain high arcing, slow arriving throw to second base, it is time to reveal another.
But first, a choice must be made between 2 worthy appellations.
And so, for the first time, I will put it to a vote before the final determination.
Shall it be Eephus Herrera?
Or Hail Mary Herrera?
I am leaning toward the latter but will consider the ballot returns before applying the perfect branding.
In this case, however, I’m discussing baseball, therefore “Eephus” is the correct term in my mind.
You make a great point that from a baseball perspective the word is most appropriate
But given how low Herrera' success rate is, "Hail Mary" is also fitting
And given how long the middle infielders patiently wait for the ball to arrive, "hang time" is darn funny!
Going to be a difficult decision
I shall trust the process and leave it in your capable hands.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 18:42 pm
Actually, I am glad to see it.Futuregm2 wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 16:23 pmI think our LFer is doing just fine. And you just hate that.Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:27 pm"The kid can hit."
If so, I would prefer calling him "leftfielder".
Success is my business and I always approve when anyone achieves it - even if temporary.
It is good for the team.
And increases trade value.
But "Lars the Human Sushi-baar" is branding for another thread.
This one is about Herrera.
And it appears "Eephus Herrera" and 'Hang Time Herrera" are currently the most popular appellations.
We will see where it ends up.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 19:04 pm
He's entertaining and knows how to get people to respond...I'm assuming he's enjoying the attention and was bored and knew he would get a few people (upset)...no different than the front office (donkey) kissers who constantly respond to every slight of DeTwit and Mo-ran.Wattage wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:47 pmMehlville is most definitely someones elses fake account where they have fun trolling the people missing the obvious parodyWLTFE wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 09:04 amPeople take you waaay to [fork]ing seriously.. and you know what is coming..and I'm betting you'll enjoy every whiney reply!Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 08:48 am For several years I have provided perfect branding to many Cardinal players and executives, to explain and capture the key to understanding the role each played.
Super Slo Mo
The Paper Tyler
Lars The Human Sushi-baar
The Poser
WoeBegone
The Baseball Clown
The Marmot
Jack Patches
Yad-"I" (only late in his career)
Toxic Twins
The Unicorn
Others.
After watching yesterday's game, and a certain high arcing, slow arriving throw to second base, it is time to reveal another.
But first, a choice must be made between 2 worthy appellations.
And so, for the first time, I will put it to a vote before the final determination.
Shall it be Eephus Herrera?
Or Hail Mary Herrera?
I am leaning toward the latter but will consider the ballot returns before applying the perfect branding.
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 01 Apr 2025 22:00 pm
Eephus Herrera?WLTFE wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 19:04 pmHe's entertaining and knows how to get people to respond...I'm assuming he's enjoying the attention and was bored and knew he would get a few people (upset)...no different than the front office (donkey) kissers who constantly respond to every slight of DeTwit and Mo-ran.Wattage wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 13:47 pmMehlville is most definitely someones elses fake account where they have fun trolling the people missing the obvious parodyWLTFE wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 09:04 amPeople take you waaay to [fork]ing seriously.. and you know what is coming..and I'm betting you'll enjoy every whiney reply!Melville wrote: ↑01 Apr 2025 08:48 am For several years I have provided perfect branding to many Cardinal players and executives, to explain and capture the key to understanding the role each played.
Super Slo Mo
The Paper Tyler
Lars The Human Sushi-baar
The Poser
WoeBegone
The Baseball Clown
The Marmot
Jack Patches
Yad-"I" (only late in his career)
Toxic Twins
The Unicorn
Others.
After watching yesterday's game, and a certain high arcing, slow arriving throw to second base, it is time to reveal another.
But first, a choice must be made between 2 worthy appellations.
And so, for the first time, I will put it to a vote before the final determination.
Shall it be Eephus Herrera?
Or Hail Mary Herrera?
I am leaning toward the latter but will consider the ballot returns before applying the perfect branding.
Or Hang Time Herrera?
Re: BRANDING ALERT!
Posted: 03 Apr 2025 20:11 pm
Congrats to Herrera for a nice day at the plate yesterday.
Well done.
Now, back to the topic at hand.
The final two branding choices are "Eephus Herrera" and "Hang Time Herrera" (with full credit to Monsieur for the latter excellent suggestion).
Very close call.
I did not anticipate Herrera himself providing the tie-breaker.
But that he did.
It is one thing for a pitcher to bean a hitter.
HBP.
But it is far more remarkable when a catcher does so.
HBC?
Rare indeed.
And deserving of being memorialized appropriately.
Eephus Herrera it is.
Though I encourage the Monsieur to regularly deploy Hang Time as well.
Well done.
Now, back to the topic at hand.
The final two branding choices are "Eephus Herrera" and "Hang Time Herrera" (with full credit to Monsieur for the latter excellent suggestion).
Very close call.
I did not anticipate Herrera himself providing the tie-breaker.
But that he did.
It is one thing for a pitcher to bean a hitter.
HBP.
But it is far more remarkable when a catcher does so.
HBC?
Rare indeed.
And deserving of being memorialized appropriately.
Eephus Herrera it is.
Though I encourage the Monsieur to regularly deploy Hang Time as well.