AN Day, and the possible Bart Strike

by MobiusKlein on Aug 14, 2009 12:31 PM PDT Comment 26 comments

Just a quick reminder that because of the potential Bart strike, some folks planning to drink N*+1 margaritas need to be sure they don't rely on public transit for safe returns. So think designated drivers, and such. Even arrange it here, ahead of time.

Kurt Suzuki thanks you ahead of time

( Where N is the number that lynnzgal drinks, unless you are lynnzgal. If you suddenly discover you are lynnzgal, you have reached your limit, unless you were her at the start of the day. )

Poll

What will your sobriety state be at the end of AN day

Stone cold

10 votes

Buzzed and a passenger

2 votes

Buzzed and driving

2 votes

Wobbly

1 votes

Wobbly & driving

5 votes

Doesn't matter, I AIN'T DRIVING!

5 votes

25 votes | Poll has closed

0 recs | Comment 26 comments

Story-email Email Printer Print

Comments

Like I always say:

Post responsibly.

And you just did. Thanks.

I'm here to talk about the past.

by 67MARQUEZ on Aug 14, 2009 12:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I don't always post on blogs, but when I do, I prefer Athletics Nation.

by danmerqury on Aug 14, 2009 12:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Stay snarky, my friends.

I'm here to talk about the past.

by 67MARQUEZ on Aug 14, 2009 1:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

He can sabermetricize grittiness...in Russian.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Aug 14, 2009 6:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Picture QOTM

Dating girls is like starting pitching depth, you think you have a good full rotation, even too many starters, then in an instant as soon as you trade your depth away injuries decimate your rotation and you are forced to start Sidney Ponson.

by designatedforassignment on Aug 15, 2009 1:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Needs to have Athletics photoshopped across his chest.

CuttheMullet, from "The Thread":
"Whenever I’m about to do something, I think "would an idiot do that?" and if they would, I do not do that thing."

by DMOAS on Aug 16, 2009 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey!

Lol! Actually, I would be happy to be a designated driver. No problem.

by lynnzgal on Aug 14, 2009 1:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

If the strike is going on next weekend, we might want to coordinate carpools/bus meetups.

Although, can you imagine the AN Day pre-party on AC Transit? Wow….

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 14, 2009 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'd also note,

that depending on where you’re going, public transit may still be an option even if BART’s not running.

by Nate on Aug 14, 2009 1:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I'd be more worried about the Yankees games than AN Day

Not saying Yankees fans are loud, obnoxious drunks, but, um, yeah….

And there are fireworks after AN Day, so by the time people are heading home (on AC Transit), it will have been a while since they imbibed…

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 14, 2009 1:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Like they didn't sneak in a flask

"PECOTA can pretty much kiss my ass."-Nico

by jeepers on Aug 14, 2009 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

we won't tell

as long as you share!

by MobiusKlein on Aug 14, 2009 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Of course, there's usually grass on the field for the fireworks

If you know what I mean and I think you do…

It's the fans that make the game fun. -- Rickey Henderson, July 26, 2009.

by Englishmajor on Aug 14, 2009 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Is Cahill pitching?

“White Rabbit” might get us all in the mood…. ;)

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 14, 2009 8:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

I love you guys!

by lynnzgal on Aug 15, 2009 12:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

cause they tarp off the infield?

by MobiusKlein on Aug 14, 2009 11:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

if BART is still on strike that day

I will probably leave my car at my season ticket buddy’s home, and we’ll drive to the game together. The time I arrive of course doesn’t depend on me, so that will probably impact whether/when I come to the AN tailgate.

by OaklandSi on Aug 15, 2009 10:23 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

On a serious note

Thanks very much for your post. The strike, if it occurs, will make life hell for many Bay Area natives and out-of-area commuters alike. It may also affect the already poor attendance at A’s games, and have an economic impact as well, should it go on any length of time. Let’s all hope it is averted.
Anyway, I think it is a sign that you are an exceptional person that you would post this reminder. Many people would not think about this possible effect until it was too late. Hopefully, the message will get across. Thanks again!

Remember, wherever you go...there you are!

by ryanforever on Aug 15, 2009 4:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Agreed. Thanks, MobiusKlein.

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Aug 16, 2009 10:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

On a serious note,

I’d be happy to be a designated driver.

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Aug 16, 2009 10:05 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs