August 30, 200520 yr I know I spoke with Greasy and a few other posters about getting a complete listing of the Grinder Rules from the Sox. As usual, I figured the direct source to getting this list would be the one and only Brooks Boyer. I emailed Mr. Boyer today and got a prompt response from him and Kellene O'Connell (Director of Advertising) with the complete list of the Grinder Rules. A huge thanks goes out to both Brooks and Ms. O'Connell for taking the time in sharing this list with us. Here it is....The Grinder Rules. 1 Win. Or die trying. 3 Grass stains. Dirt stains. Mud stains. Blood stains. 4 Knowing what's coming and hitting what's coming--not the same thing. 5 Every pitch is full count. Every inning, the ninth. Every game, game seven. 6 The best seat in the house should be determined by the best player in the house. 7 Grinder ball requires speed, defense, and discipline. And immigration. 10 Only one statistic matters: W 11 When jumping on the White Sox Bandwagon, do not, I repeat DO NOT, keep your hands and arms inside the wagon at any time. 18 NEVER be late for the National Anthem. No matter what nation you're from. 19 Flying does not make you superman. Getting up and making the throw to first for the force out, now that makes you Superman. 21 Thieves will be punished. Swiftly, harshly and repeatedly. 22 When attending a Chicago White Sox game, don't blink. 23 When all is said and done, make sure you "done" more than you said. 25 A good outfielder doesn't see the wall. He tastes it. 26 Your hitting should serve as a warning. To low flying aircraft. 28 Always give fans something they can take away from the game. Like the other team's pride. 30 Good enough, isn't. 33 The only way to get out of the hole you dig yourself, is to dig deeper. 37 Never walk. Even when you walk. 38 You're either counted on or counted out. 39 Be a man. Play like a boy. 43 Step up to the plate even if you're not stepping up to the plate. 44 There is more to baseball than peanuts and cracker jacks. 45 Respect the past, people that are shoeless, and anyone named Joe. 45 The best defense is a good win. 54 If you can't take the heat, get out of the batter's box. 55 It's called stepping up to the plate for a reason. 57 Batters should fear your fast ball. Not because it can get them out. Because it can knock them out. 58 In the unlikely event an opposing player turns a lucky swing into a home run ball here at U.S. Cellular Field - home of the Chicago White Sox - and an unsuspecting fan catches said ball, he or she should NOT throw the ball back onto the field of play. 66 If you're male and bringing a date to a White Sox game - sitting in the outfield will make you look bad. 73 When bringing your family to a Chicago White Sox game, know your limits. 74 Believe in Magic. Not Magic numbers. 75 Ixnay on talkin' about the ayoffsplay. 96 Expect the unexpected at U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox. XX Jalapeno or Wasabi - Either Way You're Gonna Get Burned
August 30, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 01:26 AM) Hm, doesn't seem like a "complete" list...lol Don't know exactly how they did the numbering and such, but this is the complete list.
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(aboz56 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:28 AM) Don't know exactly how they did the numbering and such, but this is the complete list. I know it is...just referencing the weird numbering scheme.
August 30, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 01:32 AM) I know it is...just referencing the weird numbering scheme. True that, sure makes for some good away messages on AIM though...
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(aboz56 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:33 AM) True that, sure makes for some good away messages on AIM though... Just looked at yours...and we both have grinder ball away messages right now. LOL.
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(aboz56 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:33 AM) True that, sure makes for some good away messages on AIM though... beat me to it, that's the first thing i thought of when i saw this. bah
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(aboz56 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:10 AM) 66 If you're male and bringing a date to a White Sox game - sitting in the outfield will make you look bad. I don't get this... someone care to attempt an explaination on this one?
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Reddy @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:48 PM) guys... the numbers are the numbers of our players... No Ozzie and no Frank?
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Reddy @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 11:48 AM) guys... the numbers are the numbers of our players... Then they missed some.
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(ChiSoxyGirl @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 11:49 AM) No Ozzie and no Frank? Ahh.. you beat me.
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Steff @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:50 PM) Ahh.. you beat me. I've got very nimble fingers. And plenty of time on my hands. . . Edited August 30, 200520 yr by ChiSoxyGirl
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 11:57 AM) why are there two #45's? Because you touch yourself at night. Family Guy reference, please don't ban me
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:57 PM) why are there two #45's? Because Bobby Jenks is just that good.
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(Milkman delivers @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 11:58 AM) Because you touch yourself at night. Family Guy reference, please don't ban me yeah yeah, why did all the dinosaurs die? Edited August 30, 200520 yr by Steve9347
August 30, 200520 yr QUOTE(ChiSoxyGirl @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 12:02 PM) Because Bobby Jenks is just that good. Because Bobby Jenks is that big!
September 1, 200520 yr QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Aug 30, 2005 -> 11:57 AM) why are there two #45's? You get one slogan for every 135 pounds
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