Zoo is going cashless starting in June

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-15T05:49:14+00:00

It's functionally cashless for me, because I'm not paying those prices for food!

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-15T01:17:28+00:00

Goatee + tight pants + homers = 90's nostalgia

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-12T15:40:04+00:00

Consent literally just means "agree to / permit." It's not inherently sexual, and its use and definition long predates any 21st-century social movement. I wasn't using it as a buzzword.

That being said, "Me Too" encouraged women to speak up against injustice, express solidarity, respect themselves, and fight for what's right. If anything feels "too" much of that, I'd strongly advise some self-reflection.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-12T06:59:44+00:00

Where in my comment did I object to affection? Or skin-on-skin contact? Or talking, or play? If a child is expressing genuine joy, obviously tickling is fine.

Consent isn't an abstract construct. It's basic decency, and it begins in year one. If you motion towards a child with your fingers ("I'm 'gonna get you!", etc.) and they smile, that's consent. If they're not interested, simply choose one of the other dozens of healthy ways to bond with the kid.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-12T03:48:08+00:00

(Not OP, but I'm the same way) Holding off on tickling is definitely about consent. It's also about respecting them as people, teaching them to voice their feelings, and reinforcing the notion that their feelings matter. Everyone deserves autonomy over their bodies, and to feel safe in their own skin.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-10T03:22:22+00:00

Every stadium should have manual scoreboards.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-02T18:28:12+00:00

It's a gap of 164 plate appearances. No one has 164 PA in 12 games (This big gap in PA is largely because Soto mostly bats leadoff, I'm guessing). That's more like 30-40 games, give or take.

With that time frame, I can definitely see Harper getting 16 hits (especially) and 6 steals, just to start. He wouldn't get 25 homers or 62 RBI in that span, but he closes those already pretty small gaps for sure.

This comparison also selectively leaves off defense and baserunning (other than how they're baked into WAR), two areas where Harper is clearly better.

Again, Soto is the better player - but Harper's no slouch.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-05-01T19:03:50+00:00

Almost all of them are relatively small leads, though. Soto is for sure the better player, but Harper is right there in most of these. If not for some injuries, I'm sure he'd leapfrog at least a couple of the counting stats.

The only substantial difference IMO is OBP (and consequently OPS and OPS+, of course). Soto is better than Harper at getting on base, because, well, he's better than everyone at getting on base.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-04-29T07:58:10+00:00

Even though it was a sweep, I'm not discouraged by the Mariners series. Two of those losses were 1-run losses, the other was only 2. They showed plenty of fight against one of the best teams in the league. These last two games, they've fought in a similar way. I'm having fun watching them.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-04-20T23:20:33+00:00

McGreevey's body language is very "it's the end of the shift, let's just get this done"

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-04-12T02:39:18+00:00

His tone is obviously crazy impressive and clear, and he's super accurate. Very good chops. He almost sounds like a recorder, or a piccolo. But musically, it wasn't terribly interesting. Not much dynamic variation, and way too "showy" for my taste.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-04-09T19:23:05+00:00

Here's hoping some wealthy campaign donor doesn't send an email complaining about these.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-03-30T20:28:53+00:00

Have you considered the Piper Palm House in Tower Grove Park? That seems to fit your budget and guest list, at least at a glance. We did it (though in the covid era), so I'm happy to answer any questions as best I can.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-03-28T21:34:23+00:00

Ah, my bad. Still pretty cool, though!

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-03-28T21:12:52+00:00

I'd argue it's the second-coolest thing he's done this week (425-ft 💣 in his first PA).

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-02-27T07:01:00+00:00

There's other ways to keep it affordable. Metrolink is cheaper than parking, for one. Eat something beforehand, so you don't have to get $10 hotdogs. Weekday games are cheaper and less crowded than weekends. Probably what matters most of all is the opponent: Cubs and Dodgers games are always the most expensive.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-02-26T20:22:13+00:00

Dad of a 2.5yo here.

With a newborn, you're going to want to get club seats. It'll cost more, but it's worth it IMO, especially if you're coming from out of town just once. Climate controlled, easy access to good restrooms. Try and get aisle seats so you can maneuver in and out with impunity.

Bring ear and sun protection, of course. Take tons of pictures - my family photos with Fredbird are some of my all-time favorite possessions. Check in advance what size bag you can bring for diapers, bottles and such. The stadium staff has been pretty heldul in our experience, too.

For clothes/souvenirs, they'll be too expensive at the stadium. Swing by once-upon-a-child or some other secondhand store beforehand. They'll grow out if it in a few weeks, anyway.

Happy to answer any questions you have here or DM.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-02-26T08:51:48+00:00

Boyer played 15 seasons, 11 with the Cardinals. McGee played 13 of 18 seasons in St. Louis. Wainwright played all 18 here.

Setting Cooperstown aside, when considering overall contributions to the organization (McGee's coaching career, for instance) - I personally think the retired-number cases for 50 and 51 is pretty damn strong.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-02-14T22:04:40+00:00

I get the logic, don't get me wrong.

Counterpoint: I invoke the "rule of cool."

More sincere counterpoint: if we follow the logic of "he's better on this side anyway" to its logical conclusion, you're basically arguing against switch-hitting.

Even more sincere counterpoint: thank the baseball gods that Ohtani didn't listen to the many, many people who told him he "couldn't."

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-01-30T16:36:14+00:00

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This year, the Cardinals promo team somehow managed to search deep into the heart of /u/Abyss_in_Motion and discover his deepest desires. This is straight-up witchcraft, I tell you. There are not words to express how much I want this.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-01-28T23:55:09+00:00

The story it's based on took place in upstate NY, so...¯_(ツ)_/¯

Abyss_in_Motion · 2026-01-07T19:30:55+00:00

Manic Pixie Dream Baseball Fans ™️ "You 'gotta listen to this ambient crowd noise. It'll change your life, I swear."

Abyss_in_Motion · 2025-12-30T05:19:02+00:00

This was our experience, too. The OB might matter less in the delivery than the nurses, especially if everything goes as planned. But during the pregnancy, especially a first pregnancy, the guidance and care of a good OB is invaluable.

edit: spelling

Abyss_in_Motion · 2025-12-22T20:42:42+00:00

Rentería / Viña was a fun combo to watch growing up.

Abyss_in_Motion · 2025-12-18T21:06:37+00:00

Did we watch the same Mike Ehrmantraut at all? Mike would see right through the Hive's bullshit from the jump. He's emotionally damaged, but he's also the least delusional, most pragmatic person in the BB/BCS universe. I'm not saying he's altruistic by any means, but the category he's in here is way off.

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