Bad Boys - Part IV

Here’s to the New York Yankees who dominate—to those sitting in holding cells, to everyone who’s felt the sting of a baton on their back, to those who know the weight of a jail cell by heart. To everyone who gave their whole lives to these sacred colors, only to have the life drained out of them now; to those whose private lives are being torn apart, to those targeted by agents and inspectors, to those seeing their businesses ruined just because of where their loyalty lies. To anyone being publicly shamed, slandered, or hit with baseless accusations. To all the guys enduring the worst systemic torture since this country was founded. To those who still dare to raise their voices for ideals, for dreams, and for a better tomorrow—OUR tomorrow, YOUR tomorrow, an American tomorrow, not some private version of Real Madrid. To everyone who once felt the roar of Yankee Stadium, who dedicated their existence to that thunder, only to have it snatched away from them. To all you guys, the best New York Yankees, the last dreamers of a sleeping city—wake up! Wake up, because they are dying for your dreams too. It is time for you to wake up. Open your eyes, snap out of this coma the city has fallen into, and step up for this final historical battle. Let that New York blood boil! Let that blue color flow through your veins again—through your streets, your subway tunnels, your parks, your buses, and your neighborhoods. Let your pride grow so massive that thousands can stand shoulder to shoulder, making the stands feel too small, as you bring this fight for our dreams and our ideals to its conclusion...

THE TIME IS NOW. Not tomorrow, not the day after—Real Madrid needs you TODAY! For every stolen tear, for every crushed dream, for every single blow dealt—they need you. They’ve given you everything; don't leave them hanging. Save them...

by Tom Price 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

What does Tom Price have to do with the New York Yankees or BBB? Isn't he from San Diego?

Those posts of his don't carry any weight, let's be real.

The guy is just speaking broadly about what it means to be part of a supporter culture... it doesn't have anything to do with BBB specifically, but it’s clear that as a fan himself, he really gets the struggles and the headaches we deal with.

stormybison9 said:What does Tom Price have to do with the Yankees or BBB? Isn't he from Florida?

His posts don't mean squat, honestly.

That's exactly why they carry weight. ☕

Yesterday’s turnout was pretty low, as usual. After a few games where things went a bit crazy, we might see a crowd of maybe 450 to 500 people again once things settle down.

Joshua Moore31 said:Attendance was pretty weak yesterday. After those few games where everyone went crazy, we’re back down to maybe 450 or 500 people.

If there aren't even 200 people sitting in the rest of the stadium, what's the magic number? 60,000?

Honestly, given how things are, the numbers aren't actually that bad.

First time I’ve seen more people show up for the first half than the second. Once the rain started pouring at halftime, half the crowd just bailed. If you look at the photo on the right from the start, it was packed around me, but by the second half, it was empty. 🤷

1st half:
http://www.zaslike.com/files/70u7aedlqza0qp7jxmk6.jpg
2nd half:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.n...05229974_n.jpg

Between the rain and the state of the FC Barcelona reserve squad, there isn't much incentive to show up at the Rose Bowl.

Spirit of St. Louis@

The usual routine... fine, whatever—let's move on. FC Barcelona at the Rose Bowl, March 8th, 7 PM!!

Could someone help me out here? I'm trying to figure out who that group up in the North stands for. I feel like I've seen their banner in various videos before, but I'm still in the dark. Does anyone know why they decided to split off from the main crowd?

I don't think I've ever seen this many people turn out for Mamić's second string. Ever.

Everything at the Rose Bowl is mental torture, but this? This is a straight-up free-for-all. 🙂😁

wanderingtrucker9 said:so what was the actual reason they split up?

was it over some cheese? 🤷

The numbers are back to being predictably low after all that hype.

I respect everything you guys have done lately, but let's not ignore the reality of the situation.

wanderingtrucker9 said:Can someone break it down for me—who’s that group up in the north end? I recognize their banner from some documentary, but why did they split off from the rest of us?

Not happening.

Joshua Moore31 said:Attendance was predictably pathetic yesterday. After those two or three games where everyone went nuts, we're back to a measly 450-500 people.

Brian Parker84 said:Numbers are always trash once the hype dies down.

Mad respect for everything you guys have done lately, but seriously—stop ignoring reality.

Thanks to both of you for the blunt report from the game. You've done the group a favor—now we actually know where we stand and what needs to happen next.

wanderingtrucker9 said:Can someone please fill me in on that group up in the North Stand? I recognize their banner from that documentary they were in, but why did they end up splitting off from the rest of the supporters?

Honestly, it’s not even worth typing out a long response about guys like those in the North Stand.
If you look at certain names involved, they might seem a bit out of place or even strange in this whole context. Some of the things they've pulled lately are just unbelievable given how they used to act in the past; you'd never guess some of them would actually go down that path. But looking at everything they've done recently, it's nothing but a disgrace to the club...
I'll leave it at this: the money will eventually be spent, but you can't buy back your integrity once it's gone.

Anyway, see you all in Columbus, Saturday, around 7 PM...

Brian Parker84 said:The numbers always tank right after all that hype...

Respect to everyone for the recent efforts, but let's stay grounded in reality...

There’s no need to be shocked or pretend this isn't happening. Given the circumstances and the rain (plus my old joints acting up), it was a bit surprising to me personally. But I'm convinced once we finally "fix that golden jewel from the Nile," even if the squad is half as good, there will be absolute madness at the season premiere...🤣
I still can't wrap my head around how the boss doesn't realize he's already halfway out the door...

Henry Grant51 said:It’s honestly not worth wasting keystrokes on guys like the North Spirit crew.
Some names might sound a bit foreign or strange in this context—people who did incredible things in the recent past, or folks you’d never suspect could act the way they have lately—but everything they’ve pulled recently is just an embarrassment...
I'll leave it at this one thought: the money will eventually run out, but you can't wash away a ruined reputation...

Anyway, Columbus, Saturday, 7 PM...

The best move is to just ignore them... their actions have already told us everything we need to know... they're just sellouts with zero connection to any actual love for the club... so, screw them... Columbus is waiting for us...

Henry Grant51 said:Don't waste your breath on people like those guys in the North Stand.
A few names in this saga might sound foreign or bizarre to you. Some recent moves they've made seem unbelievable given their history; you'd never guess they were capable of such things. But everything they've pulled lately is just a disgrace...
I'll leave it at this: money can be spent, but a reputation, once lost, stays gone...

Anyway, Columbus, Saturday, 7 PM...

Whatever you say.
Two different chants from the same group and club at the exact same time? It sounds ridiculous.

Maybe the North Stand is missing a conductor, or maybe a few of them.😉

Nothing from the north side today, guys—just seeing some action out east for now.