September 7, 200520 yr My girlfriend and I did the Sox BP fantasy experience yesterday. We had a great time and got to meet several of the players. It started at about 5 and went till almost 6. The players (staff) who took pictures with us and signed were Everett, Rowand, Konerko, Uribe, Raines, and DJ. The nicest guy was Everett. He was real personable and care-free. Konerko was also very nice. He signed my girlfriend's jersey and an 8X10. Overall, I had a good time. I wish I could have met a few more players, but that did not take away from the experience. Its awesome that the Sox make this available to the fans. I would definately recommend it to anyone who is a fan. Go Sox!
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(Queen Prawn @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 09:54 AM) How did you arrange for that? It sounds really cool! Just call the Sox...Martha Jo Black to be specific. She handles the fantasy experiences. Its $300 a person, but you also get nice VIP tickets to the game and a premium parking pass.
September 7, 200520 yr I know I will have to do that next year for sure. Did youget to hit in the cage, if so, did you get ahold of any of them?
September 7, 200520 yr carl supposedly along with timo are big parts to this clubhouse, despite the medias perception of carl and some dumb comments he made, he actually is a good guy.
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(RockRaines @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 10:18 AM) I know I will have to do that next year for sure. Did youget to hit in the cage, if so, did you get ahold of any of them? No hitting in the cage...not an option. You hang out next to the dugout and watch the action.
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(3E8 @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 10:30 AM) Can you post some pics? Yeah, got some pics to come....later tonight or tomorrow.
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(tonyho7476 @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 10:46 AM) No hitting in the cage...not an option. You hang out next to the dugout and watch the action. they should offer a couple of swings in the cage. Make a few good solid contact hits and call it a day. You wouldnt last for more than 20 swings anyway.
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(RockRaines @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 11:15 AM) they should offer a couple of swings in the cage. Make a few good solid contact hits and call it a day. You wouldnt last for more than 20 swings anyway. They do offer a 'batting practice day'...but its with your friends, not the Sox, on an off-day...and I believe its $10,000....its for like 20 people($500 a piece) if I remember correctly.
September 7, 200520 yr Tonyho7476- that whole experience sounds awesome! It is a little too expensive for me though. I guess I will have to put some cash aside for next year if I don't spend it all snowmobiling! Glad you had a good time! Can't wait to see your pictures!
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(tonyho7476 @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 10:46 AM) Yeah, got some pics to come....later tonight or tomorrow. Did I ever post about Jim's day... Lord.. it's hell getting old.
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(skidoochic @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 12:44 PM) Tonyho7476- that whole experience sounds awesome! It is a little too expensive for me though. I guess I will have to put some cash aside for next year if I don't spend it all snowmobiling! Glad you had a good time! Can't wait to see your pictures! You wouldn't be happy...no AJ...and I didn't even see Pods or Gooch...not sure how that happened. They may have batted before I got there. if you can do it, I recommend...but I don't have the normal expenses as others...my car is paid off, I don't have an expensive mortgage (come on, its Stickney), and I don't have kids to support. And I make a decent buck, so it means more money in the pocket.
September 7, 200520 yr $300 including vip seats and parking? that's not terrible. I may have to look into that for next year
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(SnB @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 01:11 PM) $300 including vip seats and parking? that's not terrible. I may have to look into that for next year I lucked out...my first one was canceled. After the Sox played the Twinkies to midnight, BP was canceled for the next day and so was my BP experience. But, I got to use the tix (7th row behind the dugout) and parking pass. Then I picked another day and got it all again.
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(daa84 @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 09:23 AM) carl supposedly along with timo are big parts to this clubhouse, despite the medias perception of carl and some dumb comments he made, he actually is a good guy. Met him in the bar at Soxfest. I was actually kinda suprised that he was so easy-going. Seems like a pretty cool guy to hang around with. He was eating nachos and joking around with everyone the next day at the private autograph session. He was really having a good time.
September 7, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(Iwritecode @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 01:52 PM) Met him in the bar at Soxfest. I was actually kinda suprised that he was so easy-going. Seems like a pretty cool guy to hang around with. He was eating nachos and joking around with everyone the next day at the private autograph session. He was really having a good time. I definately could see that from how he was yesterday. Here is a good quote. He was goofing around with our 'chaperone' and she said keep your dirty hands off me (joking). He said 'I'm sure its not the first time dirty hands have been on you.' I bit my tongue on that one. They knew each other and it was friendly. And funny.
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(SnB @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 01:11 PM) $300 including vip seats and parking? that's not terrible. I may have to look into that for next year Yeah, once we finally win sox split Edited September 7, 200520 yr by IlliniKrush
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 04:03 PM) Yeah, once we finally we sox split Win, also, eh?
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(Steff @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 04:04 PM) Win, also, eh? Damn, almost had it edited in time. All that matters is that Steve and I win it before you do...
September 7, 200520 yr QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 04:06 PM) Damn, almost had it edited in time. All that matters is that Steve and I win it before you do... Ain't gonna happen kiddo... And if it does...
September 7, 200520 yr Carl does a great job reading the recycling promo that they show on the screen sometimes. It never fails to have me laughing.
September 8, 200520 yr Author QUOTE(Steff @ Sep 7, 2005 -> 04:07 PM) Ain't gonna happen kiddo... And if it does... Really, who you gotta screw around there to win that thing?
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