Game Thread: Twins @ Red Sox, 6/28@6:10pm CT

[spinowner]

 

She means when you like your cocktails in a chilled cocktail glass. This is how I prefer to enjoy my Manhattans.

This is the only proper way to enjoy a Manhattan.

[PDX Twin]

We need a nickname for Adelberto. I vote for Bert, given that the other Bert's full name is Rik Aalbert. 

[wsnydes]

With what? A tablespoon? A stalk of celery? A pretzel stick?

 

I mean, all are good options.

 

Oh, yes, and chunky, or smooth? I gotta have the crunch.

Uhh, yes. Yes is the correct response!

 

I don't want to start any riots.

[wsnydes]

This is the only proper way to enjoy a Manhattan.

Correct, and preferably with a nice brandied cherry garnish.

[Dave The Dastardly]

 

She means when you like your cocktails in a chilled cocktail glass. This is how I prefer to enjoy my Manhattans.

Oh. I was thinking she might meant "not dead". In which event I'd only be half-eligible.

 

A Manhattan! Jeez! I don't think I've heard someone mention that drink since I was a college student moonlighting as a bartender in a sophisticated supper club. Why they let me work there I don't know. Probably had something to do with my witty repartee. Or maybe it was because I was underage and they could underpay me without fearing I'd squeal on them.

 

 

 

 

[wsnydes]

Oh. I was thinking she might meant "not dead". In which event I'd only be half-eligible.

 

A Manhattan! Jeez! I don't think I've heard someone mention that drink since I was a college student moonlighting as a bartender in a sophisticated supper club. Why they let me work there I don't know. Probably had something to do with my witty repartee. Or maybe it was because I was underage and they could underpay me without fearing I'd squeal on them.

I'm a whiskey guy, so Manhattans are a staple along with Sazeracs.

 

Over the winter, I barrel aged each of those cocktails and they turned out pretty well. I've still got some left, but 2 liters don't go as far as you'd think!

[Blake]

 

Ritz crackers are my go to scooping device.

Heathen. Ritz crackers are treat unto themselves. They are pristine and pure and not to be sullied by, shudder, toppings.

[wsnydes]

Heathen. Ritz crackers are treat unto themselves. They are pristine and pure and not to be sullied by, shudder, toppings.

What if I told you that I smother them cheese in a can?

 

I don't, but I like to needle a trigger point when I can. Plus, that stuff is disgusting.

[PDX Twin]

Methinks a couple more runs would be very useful tonight. I'm not sure I trust Señor Mejía and his successors to hold a two-run lead.

[wsnydes]

This Byron Buxton shadow commercial is brilliant.

[David HK]

 

We need a nickname for Adelberto. I vote for Bert, given that the other Bert's full name is Rik Aalbert. 

I remember a long ago night, back the day, (is that a contradiction?) hearing Herb Carneal announce a White Sox hitter-- " and now coming up is George Orta.  Except he spells it J-o-r-g-e..."

[David HK]

 

Methinks a couple more runs would be very useful tonight. I'm not sure I trust Señor Mejía and his successors to hold a two-run lead.

I concur.  Especially his successors.  

 

I just hope we can avoid a "Snapper-Wheels-Come-Off-Inning"™  tonight.  

[Guest]

We need a nickname for Adelberto. I vote for Bert, given that the other Bert's full name is Rik Aalbert.

 

Big Bert

[Dave The Dastardly]

 

Heathen. Ritz crackers are treat unto themselves. They are pristine and pure and not to be sullied by, shudder, toppings.

I can eat them naked. But probably not everyone wants to know that.

 

If you're going to dress up a ritz, try a slab of Schmidt's Original Summer Sausage, topped with a sliver of Swiss cheese. Schells Light or a fine German riesling make a fine wash, both cleanse the palate and sharpens the taste buds. And paves the way for a follow-up ritz.

[PDX Twin]

 

Big Bert

 

I like it. Kind of like Big Bird.

[wsnydes]

I concur. Especially his successors.

 

I just hope we can avoid a "Snapper-Wheels-Come-Off-Inning"™ tonight.

I feel like this needs to be a thing. The prize could be sponsored by Tires Plus or something.

[David HK]

Geez Louise, that was a good 5th for Mejia.  Nice job, Big Bert.

[wsnydes]

KEPLER!

 

That did not take long to leave the yard.

 

I shall have a Ritz and peanut butter in his honor.

[Aggies7]

[Blake]

 

I can eat them naked. But probably not everyone wants to know that.

 

If you're going to dress up a ritz, try a slab of Schmidt's Original Summer Sausage, topped with a sliver of Swiss cheese. Schells Light or a fine German riesling make a fine wash, both cleanse the palate and sharpens the taste buds. And paves the way for a follow-up ritz.

Ah yes, use the Ritz cracker to elevate the flavor of ordinary fair. Excellent idea.

[wsnydes]

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Would you like to per my monkey?

[spinowner]

 

I'm a whiskey guy, so Manhattans are a staple along with Sazeracs.

Over the winter, I barrel aged each of those cocktails and they turned out pretty well. I've still got some left, but 2 liters don't go as far as you'd think!

Interestingly I don't like whiskey. But Manhattans are Mmm Mmm Good. I prefer Canadian whiskey for my Manhattans because it's a lighter flavor.

[wsnydes]

Interestingly I don't like whiskey. But Manhattans are Mmm Mmm Good. I prefer Canadian whiskey for my Manhattans because it's a lighter flavor.

I'll make mine with Canadian rye now and then. Bourbon is good for a bit of a sweeter drink if that's of interest.

 

If you can find a barrel aged Manhattan at a bar, I'd recommend them. It really mellows a cocktail out. That goes for any barrel aged cocktail really.

[Aggies7]

Would you like to per my monkey?

Touch him! Love him!

[wsnydes]

That was a crazy play.

 

He's out.

 

Mauer caught the ball while he was looking at the bag!

[Aggies7]

Great F ing play by joe as mejia is again a bystander

[Aggies7]

Really, Paul?

[wsnydes]

Really, Paul?

101 pitches, his arm will fall of if he throws any more.

[Aggies7]

Lol that was a ball

[mikecgrimes]

 

101 pitches, his arm will fall of if he throws any more.

 

Why press our luck any further?  Great spot to bring in Duffy who hopefully goes 1 and a third.