I am very happy to see you writing, TW, and as always I'll be stopping by first thing most days.
I've allowed notifications...(rare)... because I think you're a great writer and I've built a good deal of trust with you over the years.
The old Pirates Prospects Guide, man, that got me through many winters. Indispensable.
But, also, I've felt some of your deeper features were just outstanding. Maybe this simpler approach is less for you to carry around on your shoulders. Because, honestly, we're doing better out here with your voice in the mix. You're a good writer. You need to write. We love the Pirates (for the same reasons a battered spouse loves a shiner, I guess). And we need a place to drink and commiserate.
Here's hoping that this is our New Asylum, with new and better engineered meds for the inmates.
Because your writing is the campfire we gather around and share stories. WE are the other element in the equation. A campfire without anyone chewing the fat around it isn't a campfire. And chewing the fat without a campfire isn't a proper bullshit session.
Home Base!
At last....
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"Ya stupid elephant! Why I got a notion to... now, now, now take it easy...remember my rank!"
I just want to say I'm touched by your words, Wabbit. I also appreciate you reaching out with support when I was on my writing break. Let's get this fire pit going!
I don't plan on it. I might explain my reason at a later date. Apologies to anyone who thought they were getting one over on me by releasing their own version. I appreciate your readership!
I am glad to see that you are back at it! Be well! I hope you give us a different voice as I read most of the work out there about the Pirates. Pirate Prospects was the second site I came across years ago when I realized that there were options to the newsprint media. Your work is always commendable. I sure do miss Charlie from Where Have You Gone Andy Van Slyke too.
Tim, when Pirate Prospects started through its season of changes, I kind of tuned out. Primarily because I'm old and cranky and don't much care for changes. I've missed hearing from you and am very glad you're back. I've been a dedicated and, occasionally, rabid Pirates fan since Bobby Clemente was a rookie (yes, he was Bobby back then). There has never been enough thoughtful and independent commentary on the Pirates. Glad you're rejoining that tiny club.
BTW, if some volunteer research is ever of interest to you, please get in tough with me. I've still (at 76) got a few functioning brain cells that could use some exercise. Not looking for any recognition - I just would love to help you if I could.
Thank you so much, Rick! I was never concerned with people tuning out while I was tuning my approach. I am just glad we're both back in the year 2025. And I hope to live up to your high praise.
One of my favorite parts of Pirates Prospects was the extensive research brought daily by the community. I'm always down to discuss whatever findings you have about the game.
I am very happy to see you writing, TW, and as always I'll be stopping by first thing most days.
I've allowed notifications...(rare)... because I think you're a great writer and I've built a good deal of trust with you over the years.
The old Pirates Prospects Guide, man, that got me through many winters. Indispensable.
But, also, I've felt some of your deeper features were just outstanding. Maybe this simpler approach is less for you to carry around on your shoulders. Because, honestly, we're doing better out here with your voice in the mix. You're a good writer. You need to write. We love the Pirates (for the same reasons a battered spouse loves a shiner, I guess). And we need a place to drink and commiserate.
Here's hoping that this is our New Asylum, with new and better engineered meds for the inmates.
Because your writing is the campfire we gather around and share stories. WE are the other element in the equation. A campfire without anyone chewing the fat around it isn't a campfire. And chewing the fat without a campfire isn't a proper bullshit session.
Home Base!
At last....
_______________________________
"Ya stupid elephant! Why I got a notion to... now, now, now take it easy...remember my rank!"
-Wabbit
I just want to say I'm touched by your words, Wabbit. I also appreciate you reaching out with support when I was on my writing break. Let's get this fire pit going!
Hand me that spitoon!
Love your writing again do you plan to write a prospect guide yearly again? Just throwing my vote on yes please 1 guaranteed customer here.
I don't plan on it. I might explain my reason at a later date. Apologies to anyone who thought they were getting one over on me by releasing their own version. I appreciate your readership!
I am glad to see that you are back at it! Be well! I hope you give us a different voice as I read most of the work out there about the Pirates. Pirate Prospects was the second site I came across years ago when I realized that there were options to the newsprint media. Your work is always commendable. I sure do miss Charlie from Where Have You Gone Andy Van Slyke too.
I'm not sure if you are referring to Charlie from Bucs Dugout, or Pat from WHYGAVS. Both had unique voices which stood out back in the day.
Thank you for reading along at Pirates Prospects for all of these years.
Yes. I meant Pat L. Sorry. I also enjoyed Charlie. I ordered the book that he wrote a number of years ago.
Tim, when Pirate Prospects started through its season of changes, I kind of tuned out. Primarily because I'm old and cranky and don't much care for changes. I've missed hearing from you and am very glad you're back. I've been a dedicated and, occasionally, rabid Pirates fan since Bobby Clemente was a rookie (yes, he was Bobby back then). There has never been enough thoughtful and independent commentary on the Pirates. Glad you're rejoining that tiny club.
BTW, if some volunteer research is ever of interest to you, please get in tough with me. I've still (at 76) got a few functioning brain cells that could use some exercise. Not looking for any recognition - I just would love to help you if I could.
Thank you so much, Rick! I was never concerned with people tuning out while I was tuning my approach. I am just glad we're both back in the year 2025. And I hope to live up to your high praise.
One of my favorite parts of Pirates Prospects was the extensive research brought daily by the community. I'm always down to discuss whatever findings you have about the game.
I am Groot!
"Well that's just as fascinating as the first 89 times you told me that."
Well... You WOULD go live on National Beaver Day....
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