This is the first time. That's a group of my friends who is going to go to all three games this weekend. I was supposed to join them but had conflicts today and tomorrow. I should be there on Sunday in the costume, though.
Now we need a group to honor Pence. Hmm, he doesn't have a nickname to play off of. I know, maybe some swimsuit models could stand between the Caballeros and the Little Puma sections in skimpy bikinis. That should work.
If last night was the first time you saw him hit over 93, you have not watched much of the Astros at all this season. After his shaky start to the season, he's been throwing 95 to 97.
Is it really authentic though? I mean I know it's what they prefer, but I'm sure cheesesteaks must have been around before cheezewhiz was invented.
from Wikipedia: [rquoter] Cheesesteak The cheesesteak, known outside the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area as the Philadelphia cheesesteak, Philly Steak and Cheese, Philly cheesesteak, steak and cheese, or simply a Philly is a sandwich principally made up of thinly sliced pieces of steak and melted cheese on a long roll. A cheesesteak without cheese is locally called a steak sandwich, or a Philly Steak in other parts of the country. The cheesesteak is a comfort food for natives of the Philadelphia region. It was invented in the city in 1930 and is considered to be a city icon along with other foods such as Tastykakes, water ice, the Philadelphia soft pretzel, hoagies, and scrapple. ... Cheese White American cheese, provolone, and Cheez Whiz are the most frequently used cheeses and are available for steaks at most places. Swiss, cheddar, and mozzarella are available at a few locations; locals, however, will often say that a "true" Philadelphia cheesesteak is never made with Swiss cheese. Cheez Whiz, first marketed in 1952, was not yet available for the original 1930 version, but it has come to achieve some popularity. A 1986 New York Times article called Cheez Whiz "the sine qua non of cheesesteak connoisseurs." In a 1985 interview, Frank Olivieri (Pat Olivieri's nephew) said that he uses "the processed cheese spread familiar to millions of parents who prize speed and ease in fixing the children's lunch for the same reason, because it is fast." A recipe published by Pat's King of Steaks says, with regard to cheese, "We recommend Cheez Whiz; American or Provolone works fine." The proprietor of Geno's, however, considers provolone or American cheese more authentic, but Pat's introduction of Cheese Whiz allowed it to quickly become a "topping of choice." American American cheese, with its mild flavor and medium consistency, is another favorite on cheesesteaks. Some places pre-melt the American cheese to achieve a Cheez Whiz–like consistency, while others just put freshly cut slices over the meat, letting it slightly melt under the heat. Provolone Mild, unaged provolone is almost universally offered. However, a Los Angeles reporter claimed that "provolone is the cheesesteak cheese, preferably an extra-sharp provolone with a distinctly savage bite." Other cheese A few establishments have begun offering the new low-fat cheeses as health-conscious alternatives. Democratic Presidential candidate John Kerry requested Swiss cheese on a cheesesteak from Pat's during a visit to Philadelphia. Mozzarella cheese is also used, but mainly as a "pizza steak" and is rarely used as a regular steak. Television chef and food scientist Alton Brown recommends Mimolette, a French cheese with a similar color and texture to cheddar. His Chain of Bull Cheese Steaks recipe uses Mimolette and offers no suggestions for alternatives. [/rquoter]
Very true, but it is the current accepted standard. MadMax, please, for you own safety, don't disparage cheesesteaks with Cheese Whiz around a Phillies/Eagles/Flyers fan. (I was a provolone guy when I first moved to Philly, but the Cheese Whiz has grown on me. With onions, of course.)
Gah, Lance makes his first error of the year and it's costing us. Hope we can go to town on Myers tonight
Good to see the Stros make the most outta Myers' wildness in the first. I have 10 buddies from Philly at this game texting me while I watch it at home and nothing would make me happier than for their roadtrip to be full of Phillies losses.
This is Brian Moehler you're talking about. A lot of people want to believe this guy is good enough to be a starter.
Wow you people are acting surprised our pitching is this bad this year or something. Everyone else seemed to know it would be...
