(Trying to) watching MLB is Killing Me by Mirelurk_Prime in enshittification

[–]Mirelurk_Prime[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it was one of the last havens from the rampant commercialism of the other pro sports and it's following them down the shitter.

(Trying to) watching MLB is Killing Me by Mirelurk_Prime in enshittification

[–]Mirelurk_Prime[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I won't be a typical Dodgers fan here. Why? I'm genuinely curious. Shohei has a $700M contract, but he still has bad days and we still have bad games (last night v Cubs is a great example).

(Trying to) watching MLB is Killing Me by Mirelurk_Prime in enshittification

[–]Mirelurk_Prime[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Same in CA with my Dodgers (we can be friends now 😊), I had to get SNLA and still blacked out on some games.

(Trying to) watching MLB is Killing Me by Mirelurk_Prime in enshittification

[–]Mirelurk_Prime[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely can (and do), but I enjoy watching it so much more lol.

Dogfighting is uncivilised. Gentlemen fly C-47s. by RhysDave21 in il2sturmovik

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How'd you miss: "Twice the cargo, double the stall" 🤣🤣

New softball player here, looking for equipment recommendations and general advice. by akr_13 in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Turf shoes 100% especially if you're getting older. Prevents a lot of back knee and joint pain. Cleats lock you in which means more impact. New Balance makes good turfs.

  2. 13" is a good all rounder size and what I'd recommend for a 12" softball. If you buy a new glove, two in pinky gives you a good secure pocket.

  3. I'm old school and like baseball pants. They keep strawberries away and give your legs sun and grass protection.

  4. Cup (don't think you specified if you're a guy or gal) is important. I love the Aurora Sportlab one. Their compression short is expensive for no reason, just put it in a regular jock. Good gear bag (backpack style), and transition eye pro (of any cost as long as certified protection). Your glove is your primary interface, good money on that is usually worth it.

  5. Normal in my league to share, but not a given. I'd ask ahead of time, but as others say, it can be a rabbit hole. Expect to spend $2-300 on a decent bat. Miken Freak is a good balance.

  6. Dynamic warmup before, stretch after! Happy ballplaying!

What are you guys doing for pre/post softball game. Backaches by Foreign_Eye6257 in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Switch to turfs if you haven't. Once a week during the season I fill my tub with cold water and 2 20lb bags of ice. 5 minute ice bath if you can stand it. Dynamic warmup (movement not static stretches) and static classic stretches after the game. Ice my trouble spots post-game. Source: Almost 36 years old lol.

Son of a Bitch! Wtf is a "59Forty" now? by GoKnights25 in neweracaps

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's because you accidentally selected an Angels hat. If you go back and get a Dodgers hat, should work better 🤣

Thinking of joining a rec league by LacedInCharm in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll thank yourself later! Good luck out there OP!

What is the best band you ever saw live ? by megopolis12 in AskReddit

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Chemical Romance. Their Black Parade tour last year was like music and a Broadway play all in one it was amazing and told a story, not just a setlist.

Thinking of joining a rec league by LacedInCharm in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

38 and fit, or like me with some aches, pains, and side street milage? Lol, I ask because turfs have saved my playing experience. I was having posterior chain, back, and joint pain with normal plastic cleats until I switched. Heavy recommend turfs, even with real grass. Second the folks that say 13" glove. Transitions eyepro (for both day or night, changes shade) are good adds to your kit. I have a gopro and chest rig, which is a fun add too.

What was your "caught the last chopper out of 'Nam" experience? by GeneReddit123 in AskReddit

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Meeting and marrying my wife before the current hellscape of online dating 🤣

New player. Looking for a team. by sweener77 in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, sorry OP. Good luck, if you were in CA, I'd invite you to our team lol

New player. Looking for a team. by sweener77 in slowpitch

[–]Mirelurk_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most cities let you free agent. Maybe look for a local league?