PS You should do a post on just how deflating Eduardo Villacis was.
I mean I have nothing against the guy but I remember the feeling I had when I had gotten off of work, and I was looking forward to watching the game of the week.
It was the Yankees at their place and all of that. I had been looking forward to watching that game for a week or so.
And Eduardo Villacis started. I was pretty into the Royals then and I didn't even know who he was.
How deflating. It was as if management had just given up. On that game anyway.
In the 70's or 80's the Royals never gave up an inch. Especially not to the freaking Yankees.
And if management had given up why was I investing so much in them. That move encapsulates most of what has been wrong for quite a while.
I don't think it's as bad as you think it is...from an outsider's perspective, at least: http://sportstatistics.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-training-spotlight-kansas-city.html
this made me very happy on a day that I can't seem to get going on! Well done... and I am with you on the whole idea of picking up a pointless player just before the season starts. it doesn't send a good message to anyone--why would DM do that? it just makes no sense for this year.
When I saw the title, I just knew it was a musical bit. However, as much as I love Bowling for Soup, the song was originally written and recorded by SR-71.
Love this. Dick Banks rarely disappoints. RIP Daves of Thunder, the greatest comedy podcast ever.
Love the variety, love the occasional socio-political post and now this. I come here for baseball and Royals, but sprinkling in other stuff is a treat.
Ok is anyone refreshing this for the 2014 world series? 😉😉
October 21, 2014 at 11:53 AM
This is either one of the best things I’ve ever done, or one of the worst. Hopefully it’s not one of the worst. With enormous thanks to the incomparable Rich Banks, who turned my lyrics into magic, and with apologies to the Royals, Bowling For Soup, and anyone who appreciates fine music, I present to you…1985.
(Click to play. Lyrics, and links for the uninitiated, below.)
Ambres just let it fallHe never caught the ballJust one out to goNineteen losses in a row
Our dreams went out the doorAfter 1994Only had one good yearWhen our future seemed so clear
Affeldt was another KoufaxBerroa was gonna be a starLima Time could kick some assMacDougal threw really hard
Turns out 2003Was an anomalyLook at our crappyteamAnd it’s all been a bad dream
Since Hal McRae, and George BrettWay before the sun setThere was Frank White, BalboniNo outfield throws nailed Ken Harvey
Fans of teams with big bucksThey tell us that our team sucksBut we’re still preoccupied…with 19, 19, 1985
1985
We had a great rotationJackson and LeibrandtGubicza, Saberhagen, and even Buddy BlackWe loved Dick HowserNot a better managerNo one ever got a leadOff Dan Quisenberry
Where’s our shortstop on David LettermanAnd why’s our Opening Day starter Scott ElartonWhy is Zack Greinke in MilwaukeeWhatever happened to – Dane Iorg, Sundberg, and Don Denkinger
Hal McRae, and George BrettWay before the sun setThere was Frank White, and MotleyAnd no one traded for Neifi
Fans of teams with big bucksThey tell us that our team sucksWe’ve had to swallow our pride…since 19, 19, 1985
We’re fed upWith last placeWhy did Schuerholz leave for the Atlanta Braves (Atlanta Braves)And why did Pena get a subpoena
Please make this stop, stop, stop
And bring backMcRae, and George BrettWay before the sun setThere was Frank White, and WillieAnd no EduardoVillacis
Fans of teams with big bucksThey tell us that our team sucksDeJesus didn’t break out in hives…in 1985
Hal McRae, and George BrettWay before the sun setThere was Frank White, and LonnieAnd no Eduardo Villacis
Fans of teams with big bucksThey tell us that our team sucksBut we’re still preoccupied…with 19, 19, 1985 (All rights reserved, with one exception. Not only do I give the Royals permission to play this song at Kauffman Stadium, but if they do so during a game, I will pledge $100 to a charity of their choice. And if a player uses this as his walk-up music, I’ll donate $100 to a charity of his choice as well.)
"1985."
43 Comments -
This is pretty amazing.
March 29, 2011 at 12:58 PM
Oh my god.
I vote "best".
March 29, 2011 at 12:58 PM
Dick Banks! Rany, are you a Daves of Thunder (RIP) fan?
March 29, 2011 at 1:02 PM
That was pretty good.
I really enjoy it, but good luck getting anyone at the stadium or any of the current players to use it.
You incorporated everything. The only thing you missed was the CF running up the wall and the ball bouncing over the wall. Forgot his name.
Even Villacis was pronounced right. Wow. Good work!
March 29, 2011 at 1:06 PM
This made my week. Thanks Rany.
March 29, 2011 at 1:07 PM
Sorry Rany. Worst thing you've ever done.
March 29, 2011 at 1:08 PM
PS You should do a post on just how deflating Eduardo Villacis was.
I mean I have nothing against the guy but I remember the feeling I had when I had gotten off of work, and I was looking forward to watching the game of the week.
It was the Yankees at their place and all of that. I had been looking forward to watching that game for a week or so.
And Eduardo Villacis started. I was pretty into the Royals then and I didn't even know who he was.
How deflating. It was as if management had just given up. On that game anyway.
In the 70's or 80's the Royals never gave up an inch. Especially not to the freaking Yankees.
And if management had given up why was I investing so much in them. That move encapsulates most of what has been wrong for quite a while.
March 29, 2011 at 1:12 PM
Fun, but don't quit your day job.
March 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM
Well played. If it's not your best, it's up there pretty high.
March 29, 2011 at 1:19 PM
Best. Thing. Ever. Made my day Rany!
March 29, 2011 at 1:20 PM
Ah, now this is the hard hitting commentary I come here for.
March 29, 2011 at 1:36 PM
For those of you who haven't seen it, Royals by Mail:
http://www.collegehumor.com/video/2963811/royals-by-mail
March 29, 2011 at 1:45 PM
As a Royals fan who can actually remember 1985, I don't know whether to laugh or cry. Maybe I'll do both. Love it!
March 29, 2011 at 2:17 PM
That ... was ... AWESOME!
March 29, 2011 at 2:19 PM
No doubt, the worst thing you've ever been associated with.
March 29, 2011 at 2:36 PM
Certainly beats my Royals version of 'Talkin Baseball'
March 29, 2011 at 2:46 PM
lol
March 29, 2011 at 2:58 PM
Very well done. The song would have to be as long as November Rain to get closer to the amount of agony we have endured.
March 29, 2011 at 3:01 PM
I don't think it's as bad as you think it is...from an outsider's perspective, at least: http://sportstatistics.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-training-spotlight-kansas-city.html
March 29, 2011 at 3:53 PM
Coincidence: I just finished watching all seven games of the 1985 series over a period of weeks. Fitting recap.
March 29, 2011 at 4:01 PM
Loved it. Great job Rany and fitting to try and tie back to what we hope we can recapture. Well done.
March 29, 2011 at 4:41 PM
Amazing.
Disco Hayes would TOTALLY have played this.
March 29, 2011 at 4:42 PM
Pretty cheezy but fun.
March 29, 2011 at 4:58 PM
No one ever got a lead off Dan Quisenberry?
Al Oliver begs to differ.
March 29, 2011 at 6:04 PM
Wow. Awesome... just... awesome.
March 29, 2011 at 7:15 PM
Impressive; liked it a lot.
March 29, 2011 at 7:37 PM
that was . . . awful!
March 29, 2011 at 7:50 PM
I loved it...where do I download the mp3?
March 29, 2011 at 9:39 PM
Loved it, Rany. And for all those that think they could do better, it's put up or shut up time.
March 29, 2011 at 10:30 PM
That's absolutely brilliant...
March 29, 2011 at 11:29 PM
No, you should have more confidence. That was amazing, i recommend reading the lyrics at the same time to get the full effect.
March 30, 2011 at 12:17 AM
I want a confession. Whose idea was that ? I hope the Royals have a good sense of humor otherwise you might get banned again !
Thank you for a fun enjoyable post.
March 30, 2011 at 12:49 AM
this is absolutely, beyond any shadow of a doubt, the greatest song ever written.
March 30, 2011 at 3:17 AM
I love Rany but this is the worst. Good job to Banks though - just bad material.
March 30, 2011 at 9:13 AM
this made me very happy on a day that I can't seem to get going on! Well done... and I am with you on the whole idea of picking up a pointless player just before the season starts. it doesn't send a good message to anyone--why would DM do that? it just makes no sense for this year.
March 30, 2011 at 9:14 AM
Loved it. Only thing that could make this better would be a video that includes visual references to all of this as well.
March 30, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Oh, It's bad... but in a really awesome way. I think that's the only conclusion you can reach.
March 31, 2011 at 3:25 AM
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March 31, 2011 at 11:45 AM
Rany -
When I saw the title, I just knew it was a musical bit. However, as much as I love Bowling for Soup, the song was originally written and recorded by SR-71.
March 31, 2011 at 11:46 AM
I'll match Rany's donation.
March 31, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Love this. Dick Banks rarely disappoints. RIP Daves of Thunder, the greatest comedy podcast ever.
Love the variety, love the occasional socio-political post and now this. I come here for baseball and Royals, but sprinkling in other stuff is a treat.
Keep up the good work, Rany.
April 1, 2011 at 4:43 PM
This is my ringtone now.
February 15, 2013 at 7:11 PM
Ok is anyone refreshing this for the 2014 world series? 😉😉
October 21, 2014 at 11:53 AM