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11 03 2008I didn’t expect Joba, Ian and I to get so many questions about the three of us this spring. We’ve done two tri-interviews the last couple days. The most recent being this afternoon with the YES network. We’ve been asked everything from Joba’s role this season to which nickname we like for the three of us (I think we decided on the three amigos). Check it out if you get a chance. I think it was pretty funny.
What else would you guys like to see out of the blog as the season approaches? I’ll continue with the contests and everything else but if there is something specific let me know. I’ve heard a couple people mention post-game write ups but I think our beat writers do a fantastic job with that. Take care.Â
maybe just like if u feel comfortable with it a summation about every start u make, what u think u did well, not so well, how u plan on improving, etc.
that would be great.
I really like when you talk about the music you’re listening to…mainly because you listen to the same stuff I do, lol. You have great taste in music.
i think you will probably talk about the games. and stuff like that. other than that i think you should post up anything random. so us fans can get to know you and not just as a pitcher. funny stories, random pic of the day. or songs of the day! which you havent posted in awhile. those are always good. the blog is great so write whatever!
i enjoy reading about your life outside of baseball alot… like your music and your interest in The Office (which actually made me start watching the show lol), all i can suggest is more of the same, keep up the good work phil
Tell Michael Kay the fans hate generation trey. I love the three Amigos!
Are you making the trip up to Virginia Tech next week or staying back in Fla?
let us know the music you listened to prior to the game
I think it’s great, but its cool when you talk about your life off the field
Thanks Phil, hey what do you think about the yanks signing Billy Crystal?
Good Luck
How about your opinion on how you did and the way you plan to adjust if neccessary. The way you mentally prepare i.e. music, rituals,etc….Maybe an insight into a “kangaroo court” and who was fined and for what if appropriate for any young eyes that might see?
Thank You
People who read baseball players’ blogs are looking for something that you can’t get from the beat writers, who (as you say) do a great job of covering the game itself and that is an insider’s perspective. We’ve all read about event XYZ in the papers, but how do you as a player feel about it? Something like that.
and the three amigos is great
I love the blog and am interested in whatever is on your mind…what about some things you love/hate or funny clubhouse stories or some lists of your favorite movies/tv shows/etc.?
Hey Phil, I think most of us just enjoy you filling us in on some inside info. It will be tough as the season approaches for you to spend that much time on here but whatever updates you can give us would be great. By the way, you are having a helluva ST 2008. I think you are ready to start the season!
I wantto ask you a question about the other day. Was that a cheap shot Johnson took at Cervelli or just hard-nosed baseball?? What do you guys think about when somebody does that to your catcher??
Anything you can tell us from off the field that we’d never know otherwise. What you do between starts. Who you ate dinner with and where after a day game. Who fears Shelley Duncan’s forearm the most. That kind of stuff. Keep it up Phil.
hey phil! i watched you, Joba, and Ian on Mike’d Up on Sunday night. Great job with the interview. I’m sick of all the same dumb questions that these reporters ask you three. I can’t wait until you guys just go out there and show them how great you are and shut them up for once. I really think the blog is great! Its so great to see a professional athlete take the time out to interact with the fans. Continue to give us your insight on everything from baseball and beyond. Thanks for making us feel like a part of the team.
I worded what I wrote wrong.
Tell Kay the fans hate the nickname Generation Trey, I like the three amigos better.
Maybe you could write about some of the things that happen behind the scenes in MLB that us typical fans would never even think about. Or you could get into what your favorite things are to do when you go on road trips in each particular city. Let us know what you’re up to when there’s an off day on the schedule. How about what you’re thinking before and after a game. Maybe let us know of any practical jokes that are played in the clubhouse? Who are they against, and what was it, and how did they take it? Just some ideas to help get you thinking. Thank you so much for doing this, though. You’re awesome, Phil! Go Yanks!!!!
3 amigos is cool.
I think we should get a conversation going on politics…afterall, sports and politics go hand in hand…and it’s topical and would spice things up a little…
Just a thought!
Hey phil….. fans definetly like to hear about what goes on off the field. We like to know how the clubhouse atmosphere is. We like to know what you guys do on off days. Stuff like that, that the everyday fans don’t usually have access too.
The Three Amigos, great nickname and even better movie!! My only question is which Amigo are you? Dusty Bottoms, Lucky Day, or Ned Nederlander?
don’t think write ups are a great idea, i mean there is plenty of other outlets to get that sort of info on your games, but just in general, whats the life of a major leaguer like during the season, what a major leaguer gets upto in a strange city when he’s got nothing to do, stuff like that
Generation K, anyone? Don’t nickname yourself, it only ends in tears…Just ask a Mets fan.
Perhaps you could have people submit questions for specific teammates of yours, then hold little interviews with them. Sure it’s a little more work for you, but hey! When you work once every fifth day, what else have you got to do. Just joking. I’m gonna be in KC on April 9th. I hope you’re throwing that day.
I agree that the beat writers doa great job with the post game write-ups. I think it’d be nice to hear how you felt before and after each start. And maybe share any interesting stories that come up throughout the season. And by all means I think what happens in the clubhouse should stay in the clubhouse, unless those involved are cool with you telling us. The Yanks don’t need another David Wells spilling all the secrets.
As for the Three Amigos? Not really a fan of that. I personally like “The Triumvirate.” The definition being “any association of three in office or authority.” Came up with that myself but I’m sure it’s been used. If you guys are as good as we all know you are, it’s pretty fitting. If you stick with the Three Amigos, which one of you is “Dusty Bottoms?”
J
I’d be interested in random stuff off the field - like what was in the post-game spread, interesting travel stories, who won the latest Rock Band or Halo showdown, stuff like that.
Haven’t seen the YES interview yet - but does it include you guys doing the Three Amigos dance?
Hey Phil, thanks for the blog, it’s great. I’d like to hear about all the off the field stuff too, like what do you guys do on the plane to kill time, what books are you guys reading, what does jeter eat for lunch, lol.
are you guys going to haze Billy Crystal?
insight into life in the big leagues, things that us average fans wouldn’t know about. the travel, the hotels, the fans around the country, beinc recognized on the street. and also your reaction to how you play, kind of almost like analyzing yourself.
I saw you, joba, and ike on mike’d up the other night and was so pysched. As for the website can you talk more about the music you’re listening to like you did before since i listen to basically the same bands you do. thank you =]
pictures are always cool, like inside clubhouses random stuff like that. I agree with not concentrating on post game write ups the writers ask you so many questions after the games anyway.
By the way with all this office talk what’s your favorite episode?
i geuss this as been said qbut id love to hear about the whole behind the scenes aspect, like what you guys do before a game, if u play any video games, anything like that. but really, anyhting is good.
by the way, im a huge Office fan. best show on the air!
I like the 3 Amigos! Just having you do this is great, but the random pictures and playlists are fun too. Have a great week!
Phil-
Big fan of the blog! It’s very cool of you to do this…I think I speak for a lot of us here that we’ve been following your career and this just makes it that much sweeter.
That said, I think it would be incredible to hear about stuff that happens around the clubhouse that we can’t get from the beat guys. Fans love that stuff. And I’m a big fan of the pics posted from your travels.
Keep up the great work man, and take care of that arm!
Just joined, cant wait for another contest!
How about for those fans who live in cities that you and the Yankees visit and telling us some of your favorite hang outs, clubs, resturants or what you guys do on all your down time on the road.
i just joined whens the next contest?
The Three Amigos??!! hahaha.=] thts cute. you guys are awsome. pictures are good, like inside the clubhouse or of the players and the team. inside the dugout might be cool too!
i happen to like the random picture of the day…
the toronto one made me think of taking a road trip for an away game
I got an idea Phil, how about video updates while one the road like Dane Cook. Talk about your latest stops,favorite things, walkin around the city or just goofing around.
Phil honestly, I think you should hire a top website designer that can do flash extremely well and have a domain name or philhughes.com or something. It will get even more attention than this and you can write your blog on your on website with more features and easier ways to enter a blog post.
I live in Rhode Island, so I’m always surrounded by huge Sox fans. When you go to Boston, What is it like for you guys, as players? And, what is your favorite city to be in, New York, or somewhere else?
Anything like that is cool, in general, information that we wouldn’t normally hear. But anything coming from you is always exciting. Keep up the awesome work!
Phil i would definately love to see more question and answer posts from you. Im more interested in hearing people ask you questions than the others, because it is your blog after all.
I really think its cool that your doing this blog at all, I never felt any connection to a Yankee baseball player before but its really cool that your sharing yourself with all of us. Its a blessing that the Yankees didnt get stupid and ship you out for Santana.
Another cool thing for the blog would be maybe a contest for ‘hang out with phil for a day’
cept you just have to make sure that it isnt first answer wins cuz 99% of us didnt even get a crack at the last contest haha.
Hey Phil, I not very religious but a good name for you three is “the 3 wise men”. Because it is very wise to have you three bring another championship back to New York. You 3 and the Marine Corps have a lot in common, the determination to win the battles!!!! Semper Fi
What did you tape for yes?
Your life as a baseball player is what I like. It lets me dream of what life would have been like if I had er ah..an athletic bone in my body.
Stories, pictures, etc.
Love 3 Amigoes. There is always Triple Threat.
Phil,
I just want to hear the stupid stuff you guys get up to.
I want to hear about YOU because I can read Yankee stuff anywhere. This connection you’ve made with the fans is truly remarkable and unique. Thank you so much for sharing as much as you have!!
get us some pictures of billy crystal
Hey Phil,
I’d love to see you you do series like “10 Questions With XX” where you interview your teammates and give us fans additional insight into you and your teammates beyond what we might read in the traditional press. Questions could be about game preparation, pre game rituals/superstitions, favorite movies, favorite food to order from room service , post - game routine, best restaurants from the road, best prank you’ve played on a rookie, what kind of car do you drive, best gift you’ve every gotten/given, etc etc.
I think we all appreciate the insights you’ve provided into your life and would love to continue to learn more about you, your teammates and your relationship as a team.
Keep up the great work!
I am interested in what goes on in the clubhouse before and after the games. Do people play music? Is there like an Xbox or something set up that people like to play against each other? What do you guys eat? Fried crap or “healthy” food? do you whip each other with wet towels like in high school? Is there a lot of hanging out and shooting the sh*t? Are there delineations between the older guys and the younger guys? Do the old guys talk about investments and such while the young guys talk about girls and beer?
I hear all of these retired guys talking about the thing that they really miss is the hanging out in the clubhouse and the camraderie and all that. I wouldn’t mind hearing what that entails. It seems pretty cool.
andy
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Three Amigos? You’ve got it.
Anyway, I’ve been enjoying the random pictures, but, dude, it’s your blog and we’re lucky you update it as much as you do.
i like to hear clubhouse stories
I think a lot of the stuff surrounding stories in the clubhouse, and your thoughts on how you performed are going to remain private, which is probably how it should be. If I were in your shoes, this blog would be used exactly how you’re using it - a way to connect to your fans without mimicking our good buddy Curt Schilling over there with that gay blog he has created where he discusses game situations and so forth (so I’ve heard).
Anyways, I think “A Day in the Life of The Philster” would be cool, where you give a timeline of the types of activities and things you did in a given day on an hour-by-hour basis. Let us be a little more jealous while we sit at work from 10 AM to 11 AM while we read your blog posting that said this was when you were stretching and jogging (and getting paid for it).
I like when you just write about what is on your mind for that particular day….being spontaneous and fun is what you seem to be about…and I like learning more about you. ……(But, the baseball talk is ALWAYS good, too!!) I liked reading the last entries about the lineups…predictions..etc. BASEBALL, YANKEES>>>>>ALL # 1 !!!
Phil –
That’s absolutley hysterical re:the nicknames. Can you let us know at some point who’s who of the Three Amigos — which one of you is Dusty Bottoms, Lucky Day, and Ned Niederlander?
(If I were to guess, IPK would be Ned, Joba would be Lucky, and you would be Dusty — feel free to correct me!)
Hey Phil,
I always wish for 1 more thing (besides a Yankee victory) every game… I always wish I could hear some of the random conversations going on in the dugout. That kind of thing would be tons of fun to see on your blog… obviously nothing private, but just the silly nonsense that regular guys (and surely ball players) talk about while they’re killing time.
definitely no post game write ups. don’t get me wrong, i would be extremely interested in reading it–front office though, not so much.
Phil, I think I can speak for all of us when I say, we will pay you if you can get Michael Kay to stop calling the three of you, “Generation Trey”. PLEASE!!! I’m beggin’ ya!
I think a great feature would be some kind of meet and greet/10 questions with various players on the team. Things that are not normally asked of them.
What’s shakin’ poohs? Has that nickname caught on yet? If not, just give it time. The three of you could be generation K. Or how bout the baddest mofo’s under 25 in the mlb? Or Strike 3? The possibilities are endless.
On a personal note, my wife and I are training for American Gladiators. No Joke. I was wondering if i could get my hands on a copy of the world famous Andy Pettitte/Roger Clemens workout plan. That would be very helpful for us. If not, it’s cool. Thanks for you time, we all appreciate you taking the time to talk with us. It’s very refreshing to see someone with so much talent be so grounded.
Phil,
Congrats on your nice outing this week. I guess what the fans would like to see is random pics of you and the guys having fun! baseball has been so serious with all the steroid questions and the exhausting question on what Joba’s role will be this season. It would be fun to see everyone having a good time.
Be good,
HJ
Phil, just get a 4th guy and you can be the four horsemen. You’d have your own Metallica song and everything. Or how about Cerberus, the 3 headed hellhound.
Phil someone made this picture of you, Ian and Joba from Pete Abe’s site.
http://www.clubbronx.com/weblog.php?w=1
Does anyone know where the YES interview with the 3 amigos can be watched?
I’m interested in what it’s like for you. I’m only a year or two younger than you, and the thought of playing for the Yankees absolutely baffles me. I’m wondering how you deal with the media, if you ever get frustrated by it, or if it’s something that you’re able to deal with naturally and you enjoy it. What’s it like having so many people suddenly know you?
Or since the hitters are the Bronx Bombers, how about the Bronx Bomb Squad. Yeah, i know, these are probably no good but i couldn’t help myself.
I’d like to hear about your experiences traveling and in other cities during away games. I can only imagine your “free time” is limited but it would be cool to hear about what you during that time. Pictures are always cool too!!!
Phil,
I agree with the other guys.
The off the field stuff is way better than breaking down games/starts etc.
The random pics are awesome.
The contests are great.
But remember bro, you don’t have to go crazy with the prizes.
You could make the prize be a personalized signed ball (”To So & So”
every single time, and we would love it.
A cool contest may be for each of your starts.
Like whoever comes the closest to predicting your line for that start (IP/Runs Allowed/K’S) wins the prize.
Great blog Phil.
Great Spring so far.
Look forward to seeing you at the Stadium.
Sec 43 Row CC!!!
Hey Phil I was wondering if maybe as the season goes on you could maybe describe how it feels out there on the big league mound. I know for a high school pitcher like myself who will never sniff the majors it would really be nice to know what it is like through your eyes. By the way keep dominating in spring training you are the man.
Phil …
I love the random pics …,family shots, fun shots, travel shots. Guests posts are fun too …like the one you did with Ian. I bet you could get a few of the “older” guys to answer a few fan questions along with the youngsters. Would love to hear from Joba and Shelley. Any old thing you like to write is fine because it’s always great just seeing a new post by you.
As far as the nickname ..I’m still partial to The Trinity but if The Three Amigos is the way to go …OLE !!!!
Nice going by Wanger today ….looking good with all those ground balls. The starting staff is looking pretty impressive as well as the relievers. I know it’s only ST but it’s still terrific seeing everyone doing well and psyched for the season. Can’t wait for Opening Day (I’ll be there !!!!)
Go Yankees 2008 !!!!
Yeah someone already brought it up but the music you listen to would seem interesting. Considering I’m a hip hop producer, I find that stuff interesting. But also what you do to prepare for starts if there are any “rituals” you do like Clemens for instance would touch the Babe Ruth monument at Yankee Stadium.. what do you do?
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I think a lot of us would like to hear more about what it’s like to be a big league ball player. We know what you guys do on the field (some probably follow you more than you do) but I’d love to know what goes on off the field too. I’m the same age as you and I love to hear that I’m just like you except you throw 95 with a sick hook.
Like you said, the beat writers pretty much have the post game stuff covered. I always like funny stories or quotes, something that isn’t going to make it into the Post but still interesting.
You mentioned a few blogs ago you bought a new digital SLR. How about some photos? Some documentary style photos would be cool.. Day in the Life kinda stuff.
Just don’t go with the Curt Schilling blog style and I’m sure it’ll be cool.
I want to know what players talk about in the dugout, bullpen and especially at first base. Giambi always chats up a storm with people on first… What do they talk about? How he hit the ball? How he saw one of the outfielders picking his nose? How the guy selling beer behind home plate wouldn’t shut up?
Yeah, that was me that did the Three Amigos graphic - I actually posted a link to it here in the comments a few days ago and emailed it to Phil (probably in the middle of a gazillion emails in his inbox … LOL ) We were discussing the silly “Generation Trey” thing at Pete Abe’s during a game the other day and I suggested the Three Amigos and did the graphic. Hopefully the Phranchise sees it soon.
Thanks for reposting the link, jen (yankeechick78).
what the heck is “Trey”?…is it supposed to be a play on “tres” as in spanish for 3?
phil, do you usually take pictures throughout the season? i know most of us would love to see what you capture throughout the various cities and parks
Much like Stever Serby does in the Sunday Post, what if you interviewed a random member of the Yankee family each week (until you run out of people!)and asked them random questions. Everyone from Jeter to Gene Monohan. This time you get to play interviewer for a change and ask the questions of your teammates! You can mix the standard serious questions (3 dinner guests) with some funny ones (if you were out at a bar trying to meet chicks, which teammate would make the best wing man)
I always enjoy when you post pictures.
Some behind the scenes shots would be neat!
I think what would be really cool is if you talked about stuff that goes on in the clubhouse and around the other guys so we could feel like we’re a part of it somehow, and we can get a sense of how cool you guys are around the clubhouse. Like, for instance, quote of the day from someone on the team. Also, I was thinking that once in a while you could have like a guest star on the blog or something of that sort. Basically, it doesn’t really matter what you do and anything would be awesome because this is the coolest blog ever and you’re the coolest person ever.
Phil,
You have to get Billy Crystal’s graph on a ball!!!! It would be a great conversation starter.
Perhaps an on-line store where people can purchase items in which proceeds go to a charity.
Just a thought or two.
I agree with phughesrocks. Just the fact that you made this blog and are maintaining it to this level is more than we could ask for. Everything else is just a bonus. I hope you know how much we all really appreciate this.
i think it would be cool to post what you guys do for fun, both inside and outside the park… also maybe how “everyday” situations might be different for you (i.e. going out to eat, or some crazy story about the laundrymat or renting a movie or something!) also, random pics of the day are cool too.
Maby an inside look in to what its like in the clubhouse? ive always wondered what its like before and after games besides what you see in interviews. or what you do on off days is always interesting.
And Phil im hopeing you pitch April 5th cuz im goin to be there (you line up no to tho) Before the game my buddies and i always get there for BP so be sure to listen to some loud obnoxious college kids. i’ll be yelling for you.
good luck and stay healthy.
Have you mentioned any of your favorite movies? Maybe have a movie review section up?
A Halo Tournament would be cool, and also as another way to hand out some cherished prizes (To grandchild: That, there is a Phil Hughes signed ball…no, I didn’t get this at Yankee Stadium…I got this after laying down a massive pwning in the Valhalla map).
I also like the idea of fun contests about your starts, like guessing your pitching line, etc. Basically, like most people have been saying, it would be cool for you to talk about off the field stuff including pics, clubhouse banter, and other fun stuff. Give us a feel of what it’s like to be in the big leagues. Thanks, Phil, and keep up the good work in Spring Training.
argh, I wish I got YES network! college in NC and the rest of the time in FL don’t really give me much to work with, baseball wise. I love the nickname ‘the three amigos.’ That seems to work really well for you three.
And as for what I’d like to see on the blog - probably a lot of the same. Once the season gets going you probably won’t have as much time, but just little tid bits about your life. Things that you’re interested in at the time. Maybe a good movie you saw (if you’re into movies), or a really good restaurant you went to, so people who live nearby (which would not be me) could check it out. I just think that it’s great that you want to give back to the fans by blogging. We love hearing from you (at least I know I do, and I’m assuming that everyone else who keeps posting does too), and it’s great to know that you like hearing from us.
Hey Phil…
If you see Cash tell him congrats on handling Mike & Chris today. I just listened to the interview. Those two guys better study before they question people. They really came off looking like fools today. Cash did a great job …and…he was very informative in the interview for the Yankee fan.
Thanks Cash !!! Go Yankees 2008 !!!!
Also, another side note……I just saw “Women’s Appreciation” episode of the office on TBS. Wow, it’s such a good episode, and actually it contains one of the questions and answers from your last contest (where Angela is forced to shop). Go Three Amigos!
Hey Phil,
I recommend that you have a contest where a fan can possibly meet you in person prior to a game or on an off day you may have. I would suspect that fans would love this idea. On your end you can make it a one time deal so it would draw lots of interest from anyone who would like to meet with you and have a chat.
i agree that more random pictures are a good idea (just no naked pull-up shots).
maybe a poll from time to time.
post some more pictures! those are always the best… moose’s window in the clubhouse, alligator at the golf course, view outside your hotel room, your nieces (jk!).
photos that you find interesting, we’ll find interesting. how about guest bloggers? ask ian, joba, or jeff to put up a post. i dunno, everything you put up here is pretty cool, i’d say keep up what you’ve been doing.
well with the post game stuff maybe not too much but just an quick opinion maybe just even like a sentence cause your opinion is different from the beat writer’s. more pictures would be cool too.
Oh, there’s one little suggestion that I just remembered. I don’t know how the site works, but if there’s a way to show the time that your posts are put up, that’d be cool. I usually look at when the first comment was posted to see the approximate time your post went up. It’s just something I’m used to seeing over of Peter Abraham’s blog that I like.
I think it would be cool if you told stories about some of your teammates and funny things that go on in the clubhouse. I obviously understand that you can’t tell too much, because you have to respect the privacy of your teammates. But if there are any cool stories about your teammates that are not too personal and are appropriate to repeat in your blog, I would definitely like to hear them.
The interview with Ian Kennedy a few weeks back was great too, it gave us a good look at how you guys are as actual people, not just ballplayers. Keep up the good work with the blog, and good luck this season. (Not like you’ll need it, I predict 16 wins)
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i’d like to know more about what goes on in the clubhouse, before and after games
i don’t expect anything private, but little tidbits here and there, practical jokes people play on each other, etc.
and speaking of PA’s blog, in his most recent post (at 11:11pm) he says he’s voting for you for the Cy Young this season, because he liked the line you wrote about how the “beat writers do a fantastic job.”
I love the blog as it is, Phil - you need not change a thing. I agree with everyone here - the best part of the blog is getting to know who YOU are as a person, outside the lines. Since you love the Food Network, I presume you love to eat……..if not cook. What are your favorite foods? Least favorite? That kind of thing….What is the most embarrassing thing you have ever done? Anything you choose to share is something we would be interested in. I do love your Photo of the Day - that’s really cool.
That YES interview better be available, lol - I missed it and now I’m miffed!
By the way, Phil - you write just like you talk. No pretentious talk, no wordy high-falutin blog. You’re just a regular 21 year old still, despite having ability to die for. I love it…….
Phil - You should tell us stuff that beat writers dont cover or mention. The little quirky things that go on behind the scenes would be awesome to hear about. Game recaps and pitching stats can all be retrieved by 50 different sites, but you have the ability to give the fans an inside scoop on day to day events in the clubhouse. Not asking for crazy details, but moreso something funny that happened such as a prank from bruney/hawkins, etc.
you know what would be cool … there is this mini-camcorder called “Flip Ultra” - its about a buck fifty … really simple to use, no-brainer type stuff … uploads directly into You Tube … anyways, figure it would be fairly straight forward to post video clips on your blog … which would be way cool … dugout stuff, maybe clubhouse shots, road trips, whatever … just a thought. Keep up the great work Phil!
Phil,
How about a guest blogger of the week. Perhaps a “Teammate Thursday” type of thing.
Phil,
I think the fact that you blog for your fans in general is fantastic. I’m a fan from Indiana, and just last summer was able to get to my first game in Yankee Stadium, and you pitched. I’ve been following you and your pitching ever since.
The coolest part about following along on what you are doing is there are finally professional athletes are are in my age range, and I’m not just watching a bunch of way older people play. I’m a senior at an all girl’s college, so it’s really fun to watch what other people outside of my world, especially famous ones, are doing.
So as for what kind of posts for the future, just knowing about what life as a Yankee and in the big leagues is like is great. Giving those of us who dream of baseball and knowing you guys a glimpse into your life is pretty awesome.
Thanks for all the blogging (and baseball) you’ve done thus far, and all the blogging and baseball that’s yet to come!
Carole
phil, the contests are great. but dont make that the reason why so many people come here. i just love reading about the inside of baseball, what goes on in the locker room, the things you guys do for fun, the stuff we DONT read about in the beat writers pages. (although pete abraham is the man…
your doing great man, you’ve started a revolution…
i think the coolest thing would obviously take about the game. but keep us updated on any charity events,work, etc of things off the field you have coming up.something along those lines
A Who Am I? section.
Give the readers off the playing field type information and the bloggers will have to guess who the person is through a poll survey.
i.e. weird quirks, superstitions, favorite restaurant while on the road. stuff like that.
I started reading your blog because I was very amused by all the random pictures you take (so here’s another vote for “more of what you’ve been posting.”
Commentary on your TV viewing would also be interesting…it’s nice to see people so fannish about their TV.
Someone’s gotta come up with a 3 amigo’s photo with the tri-force. haha
Basically everything you talk about is good with me.
I love all the stuff you doing now it wonderful, phil and the three amigos name is funny
generation trey is a generation gay and you can tell mike kay i said that..
I think every reader would back me up that a SI or ESPN cover Headlining with “The Three Amigos” with a picture of you three in uniform with some of those spanish looking blankets with the hole in it and some big sombreros would tremendous…..and a fake stash wouldn’t hurt …And if i ever see it i want a personal signed copy from you three
As the new stadium goes up it would be cool if you could update the readers on some of the cool things that you notice…in the locker room and stuff…
I think “The Trinity” is a very decent name.
“The Trifecta” isn’t that bad either
Would be a cool contest to name you guys
ummm…..let’s see. I wanna see the Three Amigos play 3 on 1 against Andrew Brackman in basketball.
Phil, I love that you have this blog. I know what a pain in the ass they can be to keep up. However, if you do keep it going, I’m sure we’d all love to read things about what you think about the games, before and after. An idea about how you prepare to face certain hitters. What it’s like going into a start in Fenway or at Shea. I know there’s clubhouse stuff we’d love to know, but some things need to be kept there, like how much abuse A-Rod takes for all the women he stupidly gets caught with :), or how you can’t drive anywhere in New York without seeing Jeter’s face 20 feet high selling something.
I don’t think the Yankees managmement would appreciate a game analysis when you take the mound every fifth day. You might give away some of your secrets to..lets say the Red Sox! I am sure Cashman must have touched upon the subject at some point this spring training. Keep on doing what you are doing.
I’ve always liked the Trinity but I think it may have too many religious connotations for some people.
it’d be cool to hear some stories on road trips, or how (if) people in the clubhouse react to whatever stories the media will exaggerate
I would like to now more about you Personality and Ian and joba and what you Favorite things that you like. and what are you favorite sports then form baseball.
Dude. I know you have to be the busiest guy in the world during the season. Here’s the deal: You don’t have to give us much to keep us reading. It’s freaking awesome that the No. 3 pitcher, a 21-year-old, right-handed stud, is taking time to communicate with Yanks fans.
You need to think of stuff to post? Write about the last year of Yankee Stadium. Write about the people you meet all year. Write about what you do on planes. Tell us the craziest story you hear about yesteryear (leave names out if it’s too juicy). Write about midtown Manhattan. Write about your goals after baseball. Upload music people give you. Upload photos of your travels, your teammates, your life.
I don’t want to be a voyeur, but damn, dude, you are giving a sports insider the kind of stuff that nobody — beat writers, friends/family, etc. — can get anywhere else. And that’s actual access to a Yankee.
While I’m ranting, pay no attention to anybody who tells you what NOT to do. My Lord, that drives me nuts. This is your blog. You could walk away today. Some people don’t seem to get that.
Bottom line, I appreciate the contact. I appreciate the little things. You post it, I’ll read it. Pretty simple.
BTW, one more thing. I’m going to some Triple-A games in Durham when Scranton plays there. Please e-mail me something that friends and I can post on a sign that will stir up trouble. We’re sitting near CF. I figure Gardner will be there.
Again, thank you for this.
I’d like to hear what you and other players talk about during the game. I’d also like to know how you feel about some of the players you face like toughest hitter, person that drives you crazy on the base paths and tell us about the hot women you meet like reporters Michelle Beadle from the Yesnetwork. You never know, if you like some one, you can use this blog as an excuse to get this person to know that you like her.
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My favorite stuff thus far has been the Q&A you’ve done from time to time. I’d love for you to do a weekly/bi-weekly mailbag, maybe with guests to give you a break sometimes. Or, if fans are emailing you questions all the time and you’re answering them, bundle up a bunch of good/funny/insightful/whatever ones and make a post out of it.
Frankly, not much to complain about other than that
Phil-
First and foremost I would like to thank you for taking time out of your day to give a little insight into your life. As for ideas to write about when the season is going on treat this like your diary to the world. So far you have been great by letting your personality come through and not being so “cookie cutter”. This blog should go beyond baseball, I am sure when the season is going on baseball is going to be the last thing you want to talk about sometimes. Just comment on regular day to day things ie. movies you’ve seen recently and what you think, the first big purchase you want when you get that FAT contract in a few years etc etc. Just keep it simple and always be yourself you’ll be fine. All the luck to you (not that you need it, you’ve been lights out this spring)
Thanks again for the blog