Final ACES Cover and AN Tee Orders
The publisher for Mychael Urban's upcoming book ACES sent me the final cover for the book today. It was revised to say, "The Last Season" for Oakland's famed Big Three. Very sad. But at least we're going to have something to immortalize their tenure in green and gold. It's fortunate that Urban chose to write the book when he did.
I figured I would share.

Oh, and Urban shared this little classic nugget with me today.
"Blez, who does Eric Byrnes remind you of?"
"I give up, Urb."
"Steve Irwin, The Crocodile Hunter."
"LOL, I can completely see that. The same energy."
Just wanted to share Urban's little observation with AN that had me laughing out loud.
Also, the company I'm working with to develop the Athletics Nation tee shirts has put together the tees.
They've asked me to see if I could get an estimate as to how many orders on this thread (at least for the initial print run). So, in the comments below, let me know, how many shirts you want, what style and what size. The prices will be between $15 and $20. And I'm told that we can personalize the shirt with your screen name on it, possibly on the sleeve, for an extra $6 or so.
Any way, this is the ringer tee:

Here is the heather tee:

Here is the woman's tee:

Again, let me know what quantity you're going to want, what size and what style. We'll then get these to the printer.
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sorry blez i guess i need another one
As usual, thanks for doing this!
awsome
and let me know the details on personalizing them as you find out more info!
SO awesome Blez
P.S. That picture of barry zito on the cover? That's hot. Sorry... I've got a case of the Paris Hilton.... :)
I would look hot
of COURSE
Blez, if you haven't already tallied everything up, I changed my mind.... I'd like the girly ringer tee. I just realized my mom wears shirts like the woman's tee and, trust me, the last thing I want is to be dressed like my mom. Unless I like the clothes she buys. Then it's ok. :)
The Paris Hilton disease has come and gone. It is now Napoleon Dynamite! Vote for Pedro!!!!
by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 8, 2005 6:45 PM PST up reply actions
Don't worry...as I said earlier
Thanks :-)
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 8, 2005 7:36 PM PST up reply actions
Can you make the girly a ringer tee, too?
Otherwise I'll take a medium, too! It looks great.
by LD on Feb 8, 2005 11:48 AM PST up reply actions
Oh and if your designer is listening...
by LD on Feb 8, 2005 12:15 PM PST up reply actions
Amen to that...
by Kimmaline on Feb 8, 2005 12:17 PM PST up reply actions
my shirt
by kent @ Athletics Nation on Feb 7, 2005 9:16 PM PST reply actions
hhmmm....
love the shirts dude
T
Thanks for the site!
by 72737489III on Feb 7, 2005 9:21 PM PST reply actions
For me
by paul75 on Feb 7, 2005 9:31 PM PST reply actions
Ditto
by Roscoe Parrish on Feb 7, 2005 9:42 PM PST up reply actions
I've got...
by FoolshGame22 on Feb 7, 2005 10:31 PM PST up reply actions
Just so you know...
So, I apologize in advance if this is redundant. We just needed to see what quantity the printers needed to do.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 7, 2005 10:25 PM PST reply actions
AN Tee
by Sashulia on Feb 7, 2005 10:30 PM PST reply actions
Love it
by MooseKnuckle415 on Feb 7, 2005 10:56 PM PST reply actions
Special Request
- Would it be possible to get a T-shirt with a front breast pocket and a smaller logo on said pocket?
- Since that might be asking a bit much, how about a heather style T-shirt w/o the art work on the front?
1 for me, 1 for pop
I just hope it won't be to unbearable to open again after reading and knowing what could have been.
Those are pretty hip!
by oakasfan20 on Feb 7, 2005 11:26 PM PST reply actions
ooh, one for a perrenial lurker
KICK ASS!!!
Sign me up for one L.
by secret ASian man on Feb 8, 2005 12:02 AM PST reply actions
Awesome shirts blez
I'm in
what's the largest size we can get
BLEZ YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!
1 ringer, medium, for me please
thanks blez!
by jnutts on Feb 8, 2005 12:54 AM PST reply actions
My God these shirts are sweet!
As for me, I'll gladly, GLADLY, take one Large Ringer Tee.
Awesome, just awesome. :-)
I'd be proud...
meow
blez,
i'm all over that shirt bro
Awesome!
Nice!
Jonathon
WOO-HOO!
Good Look
by Mission1929 on Feb 8, 2005 6:46 AM PST reply actions
Another large ringer
by AAron @ Athletics Nation on Feb 8, 2005 6:58 AM PST reply actions
To start
by PhillyAs on Feb 8, 2005 7:20 AM PST reply actions
actually,
After considerable thought
To those beloved (females only) absent a lover, I promise perfect placement of the tattoo!!
by PhillyAs on Feb 8, 2005 8:03 AM PST up reply actions
lol
I'll take...
I think I'll customize it myself. I like the idea of having my screen name jersey-style across the top of the back.
Jen and Sharon could just have "Duke" and "shererer".:)
Oooh...
by Vic @ Athletics Nation on Feb 8, 2005 8:04 AM PST reply actions
I would like
by Athletics fan and runner on Feb 8, 2005 8:23 AM PST reply actions
My order
by kkdaz on Feb 8, 2005 8:28 AM PST reply actions
Great Design! I want 3.
Thanks
Thanks Blez
My order...
And my sister calls Byrnes "the cherub" 'cause he has the rosy cheeks.
And personalized, of course ;)
by baseballgirl on Feb 8, 2005 10:03 AM PST up reply actions
Great t-shirt!
by sfasfan on Feb 8, 2005 8:43 AM PST reply actions
Too be more specific . . .
by sfasfan on Feb 8, 2005 8:44 AM PST up reply actions
More orders..
1 - woman's XL (if you can personalize -great)
1 - heather L
If you need any help with this project, tallying orders, distribution or whatever, let me know.
THANKS! they look good!
suggestion for a minor tweak to the design
I think the best design would be to put the baseball/globe on a dark green shirt. Put the front/back text in white or gold. Just my opinion.
P.S. For all the things I read about over the past few months, but didn't comment on: congrats on the baby, Blez; that "sellout" troll was a moron; I'm excited about the kids in 2005; San Jose isn't as geographically centered in the fanbase as Oakland, but is better than Vegas; hopefully Lew can get a stadium in an Oaktown location other than the parking lot because I think an infill site elsewhere in Oakland (like Uptown) would allow the city to create more of a destination district with bars, restaurants, etc. next to the stadium. And I think THAT would do wonders for attendance.
Order
-f
by frisco03 on Feb 8, 2005 8:56 AM PST reply actions
Awesome Blez
by nothinlikethetown on Feb 8, 2005 8:58 AM PST reply actions
1 large ringer, 1 large heather (no screen names)
by dude on Feb 8, 2005 9:03 AM PST reply actions
1 large heather.
I'm in
My order
I'm especially psyched about the back of the shirt. :-) Is that like our motto or something?
by BillybUcko on Feb 8, 2005 9:13 AM PST reply actions
ringer
awesome work will look great at the dome errr rogers centre on wednesday july 6th......AN DAY!!!
by TorontoAsFan on Feb 8, 2005 9:19 AM PST reply actions
One XL Heather
Thanks a ton for doing this. I will wear mine proudly!!
One XL Ringer
by mikeburnstx on Feb 8, 2005 9:36 AM PST reply actions
Thank you very much
My Order
1 womans-XL
and...I would also order a kids size if available
by Bobblehead on Feb 8, 2005 9:58 AM PST reply actions
my order
1 xxxl heather
i guess i'll pay extra.
any personalization would be great.
thanks blez
by denis52 on Feb 8, 2005 10:02 AM PST reply actions
Any word on
I'm in, order me 1 medium ringer tee.
Allen, I appreciate the offer...
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 8, 2005 3:10 PM PST up reply actions
I need two...
and can I have some fries with that as well..
Sign me up Blez
t-shirt
(XL ok if you don't order 2X)
thanks
by ropeinthegap on Feb 8, 2005 11:51 AM PST reply actions
Question
Is there any way we can order a tshirt that has both the logo and the quote in the back?
AN clothing line
I'll see what I can do...
I personally would love an AN beanie.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 8, 2005 3:04 PM PST up reply actions
Looking Good
I must have this shirt
Thanx, Blez.
by agentjordo on Feb 8, 2005 12:45 PM PST reply actions
great shirts!
Heather: one XL
And CRIKEY, I bet Byrnesy looks a hell of a lot better in those scary-short shorts than Irwin does... LMAO
2 here
Can't wait to wear this to the Big A. Any other SoCalers out there in AN? Besides Dirtbag.
Totally
nah...
by CrazierthanYOU on Feb 8, 2005 4:43 PM PST up reply actions
Cool
THANKS!
by runtru1 on Feb 8, 2005 1:57 PM PST reply actions
wooo
by Jordan33 in Santa Cruz on Feb 8, 2005 2:13 PM PST reply actions
Any baby clothing...?
by JSCHWAN on Feb 8, 2005 2:40 PM PST reply actions
Trust me...
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 8, 2005 3:08 PM PST up reply actions
It's a rare...
Awesome, Blez!
by IndianaAsfan on Feb 8, 2005 4:06 PM PST reply actions
excellent shirts.
Can't wait!
by fictionaldepth on Feb 8, 2005 4:28 PM PST reply actions
on-line store
But down the line, like when I actually have a decent paying job, I'd definitely order one or more tee-shirts, beanies, sweatshirts, thongs for my girl, long sleeved tees for chilly nights at the C, beer coozies, and hard hats to deflect tossed chairs.
lol
heheheh

by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 8, 2005 7:43 PM PST up reply actions
t's
john
by captainfantastic on Feb 8, 2005 5:19 PM PST reply actions
Thanks Blez
by Utah on Feb 8, 2005 6:22 PM PST reply actions
Order
1 medium- heather- t-shirt,
NO personalization please.
Thanks!
Four of the ringer tee
I dig it, what can I say? I'll give 'em away to my family.
Put me down
by linden on Feb 8, 2005 7:41 PM PST reply actions
AN Tee
by ny1asfan on Feb 8, 2005 7:43 PM PST reply actions
Spring Training?
by Sashulia on Feb 8, 2005 8:55 PM PST reply actions
T order
I'll get two t's, one extra large (heather) and one white large.
I love this web site. Go A's
Shirt Order
My son and I will take:
One large heather.
One x-large heather.
Thanks!
I need one too
by Benny @ Athletics Nation on Feb 8, 2005 9:49 PM PST reply actions
I'll take 2
by mangy on Feb 8, 2005 9:55 PM PST reply actions
2 for me also
Beautiful...
Thanks!
by beanehead on Feb 9, 2005 1:04 AM PST reply actions
great
Thanks, Blez ... as usual "you're the best"
Tees
by ITrustBilly on Feb 9, 2005 8:55 AM PST reply actions
for the farmdwg
Heather: one XL
Whoo Hooo!!
by farmdwg on Feb 9, 2005 9:58 AM PST reply actions
Im in......
by DC on Feb 9, 2005 12:20 PM PST reply actions
Tees
I'll be representing at Kauffman Stadium this summer.
by JayhawkNate on Feb 9, 2005 12:37 PM PST reply actions
the shirts are so awesome i had to make an account
by sectionthirtyone on Feb 9, 2005 12:42 PM PST reply actions
Fresh meat!! I mean.... a newbie..... :)
Who is your favorite player and why?
No need to ask who's mine I hope..... :)
by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 9, 2005 7:47 PM PST up reply actions
Nice Shirts!
Good Work Blez!
by ConcordFanSince1968 on Feb 9, 2005 2:01 PM PST reply actions
me too!
i'll take one of each the ringer (awesome!) and the heather grey, both size L.
thanks blez!
A couple for me...
1 XXL heather
Thanks!
Blez, you're the man
by Uncle Bob @ Athletics Nation on Feb 9, 2005 4:13 PM PST reply actions
Nice T-shirts
by BamaJohn on Feb 9, 2005 6:55 PM PST reply actions
Shirts look great.
by KEVINfromCV on Feb 9, 2005 7:07 PM PST reply actions
More fresh meat!!! I mean..... another newbie!!!
GnGG Question for the Fresh Ones- Who is your favorite player and why?
by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 9, 2005 7:49 PM PST up reply actions
shirts
KT
by kevinw17 on Feb 9, 2005 8:12 PM PST reply actions
Put me down for one L ringer and one XL heather.
PITCHERS & CATCHERS IN ONE WEEK!!!!!
and one more thing...
WOW dude!
GnGG Question- Who is your favorite player and why?
by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 10, 2005 6:53 PM PST up reply actions
Awesome shirt design! You rock, Blez!
Sweet
Thanks
by kenbone on Feb 9, 2005 8:44 PM PST reply actions
Another newbie!
Welcome to AN!!!!
GNGG ??- Who is your favorite player and why?
by GreenNGoldGirl on Feb 10, 2005 6:54 PM PST up reply actions
AN Shirt
My Order
Big eaters out here in Hawaii.
AN Shirt
why not just put them on cafepress.com and make us order them ourselves?
these are great!
Sorry to be repetitive
We'll be putting up the official online store very, very soon. Then you can order whatever you want through that.
I just wanted to make sure that people didn't think we were taking orders here.
Thanks, everyone. The shirts are coming very soon! Promise.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Feb 9, 2005 10:10 PM PST reply actions
AN Shirt
by Muhuahahaha on Feb 10, 2005 12:37 AM PST reply actions
Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger...
Thanks!
by oaklandzoo on Feb 10, 2005 7:26 AM PST reply actions
Nice Shirt!
by asball on Feb 10, 2005 11:33 AM PST reply actions
Shirt Order
by lithubs on Feb 10, 2005 12:41 PM PST reply actions
yes, yes, yes...
Great Shirts!!!!
And Thank You!!!
Great Logo and design, I only hope someday the star is in Sacramento not Oakland.
Awesome shirts
Thanks!!!
by bklee on Feb 11, 2005 2:52 PM PST reply actions
2 for me
Hey MoragaMike, I'm originally from Moraga too. I live in L.A. now, though.
great shirts
More Shirts
by puddingpie14 on Feb 14, 2005 1:24 PM PST reply actions
T's
Leeks
by Leeks on Feb 14, 2005 2:25 PM PST reply actions
A's Shirt
by baseballnut46 on Feb 14, 2005 8:24 PM PST reply actions

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