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The Strikeout Stare-Down & Other Answers
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Jerry Remy wrote this 3 years agoPermalink | 1 comment

Well everyone it was a disappointing weekend in the Bronx but I am confident the Red Sox are focused on bigger achievements than the American League Division Championship.

In any case, below I have listed the next five questions and answers from my mailbag. Here they are:

You clearly travel quite a bit. What’s your favorite city, hotel and restaurant in the country? --Tim from New Haven

ANSWER: Tampa/St. Pete is my favorite city and the Venoy is the Hotel I like best.  I really can’t make a call on my favorite restaurant right now. Come Spring 2010, it will be Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar and grill at near Fenway Park!

When did you first realize that you had what it took to make it in the Majors?    – Sam from Maine

ANSWER: I never did realize that I had what it took to make the majors.  I spent most of my career trying to convince myself that it wasn’t just luck.

Dear RemDawg – In order to broadcast games what type of secondary education do you need? – Cory

ANSWER: I would guess that today most play-by-play guys (like Don) have a college background of one sort or another.  However, most color guys like me are former athletes who, because they played, are able to provide insight to what is happening on the field.  I do not have a college background.  

Regardless of what your goals are, my best advice to you is to study hard at every level and you won’t go wrong.  
 
Hi Jerry - this is definitely not a technical baseball question. However, I've longed to know what munchies the players have in the dugout.  I suspect bubble gum and sunflower seeds.  Anything else?

ANSWER: Bubble gum and sunflower seeds are the most popular.  God knows what else you can find in the dugout!

Why do batters always stare down the pitcher after they strike out? I don’t get it. –Dennis

ANSWER: On occasion some batters do, but most times they don’t.  When they do, I guess they are just trying to convince themselves, more than anyone that they will get even next time.

That's it for today. Thanks again for sending your questions in… If you have more please send them to jerry@trufan.com.




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Jerry: Want to get a photo to you for your Sports Bar wall. You and Nolan Ryan circa 70's. A friend of your dad's in the 60's. Now in Arizona for 33 years. Joe Carreiro Sr 480+-656-5277.We have met a few times way back when you were a kid. Very happy you are well again and back to the booth at Fenway.
06/24/2010 12:18 PM  
Joseph R..
Pete Rose, Playoffs & Other Answers to Your Questions
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Jerry Remy wrote this 3 years agoPermalink | 6 comments

Hi Everyone – I’ve had a great time being back in the booth at Fenway. I really missed being part of the action. As promised I wanted to answer some of the recent mailbag questions you sent my way. Let's get started...

If you were in Tito’s shoes what would be your biggest concern as you prepare for the playoffs? -John from Medford

ANSWER: To be honest, I can’t think of one area that Tito should be overly concerned about.  The offense has been good.  The starters and pen are on a roll (except for Monday night).  What else could you ask for except to hope that they keep it going? 

Hi Jerry, Welcome back. My name is Terry Davis from Fayetteville, N.C. My question is; Has Josh Beckett worked out of his slump enough to pitch well in the post season (if we make it)?

ANSWER: Slump or no slump, Josh has earned the right to pitch in key post-season situations.  We all hope that he will pitch well.  I believe he will.  In fact the Sox pitching situation right now looks as good as anybody’s. 

Do you think by having Bard & Wagner as possible closers that makes Papelbon trade bait for next year?

ANSWER: I think that Wagner is only here temporarily and that Bard may be Papelbon’s replacement at some point but he is not ready yet.  That doesn’t mean that Papelbon is a certainty to stay, I am only commenting on the ability of the other two to adequately replace him.

With all this happening about the steroids, do you think Pete Rose should be reconsidered for the hall of fame? He has the numbers for it and he did it without steroids. So he bet on baseball--how many other players were doing it but just didn't get caught? -Patricia

ANSWER: It is, and has been, my opinion that Pete Rose has paid the price and should be allowed into the Hall of Fame.  My opinion has nothing to do with steroids one way or another. 

When there is a questionable call the TV people show us the electronic take on balls and strikes.  I am not sure how it records and I would guess it is usually correct.  However I do question the exact science of the system.  The strike zone, as I understand it, is above the knees up to the letters using the natural batting stance of the batter so that the strike zone is actually different for every player. The box they show is exactly the same for every player.  Also the ball does not have to cross the strike zone over the entire plate so that a ball that hits the zone at the front part could tail off out of the zone in the back of the plate and still should be a called a strike. Do I have this right? -Pete from New Bedford

ANSWER: Pete, you are totally correct, and for the reasons you mentioned I do not like the electronic strike zone.  Umpires aren’t perfect, but I would vote for eliminating the machines.

That's it for now. Thanks to everyone for the great questions as well as the thoughtful notes of support. If you have more questions just send them to me at jerry@trufan.com.


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Rose in the hall. nuff said!!!
09/25/2009 12:12 PM  
Pohnz
Good stuff, thank you.
09/24/2009 10:28 AM  
Red Sox ..
Looks like you were right about Beckett!
09/24/2009 8:04 AM  
TrueBlue..
Good stuff, really appreciate you hanging out with us Sawxheads a bit! Oh - Pete from New Bedford, great question - I was thinking exactly the same things .. good answer, Jerry! SEE YOU AT THE WORLD SERIES!
09/23/2009 4:16 PM  
section15
great to have you back
09/23/2009 1:10 PM  
naredsox
Great stuff. Thanks Jerry!
09/23/2009 11:45 AM  
BoxSoxDi..
Back in the Booth
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Jerry Remy wrote this 3 years agoPermalink | 48 comments

Hello Sawxheads,

 

I’m excited to announce that I will be back in the NESN booth again starting this Friday night. You think I would miss another series with the Yankees!?

 

I will be easing back into things so don’t be surprised if I am not on the road trips. That said, I am excited to be back in the booth with D.O. on Friday. I will bring  Wally, his Adirondack chair and hopefully a little luck for the Sox.

 

Oh ya, congratulations to Dustin and Kelli on the birth of Dylan. I’m sure your MVP award pales in comparison to the birth of your son. Congrats!

 

I will be blogging again soon... please be sure to drop by.

 




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Just Do It Rem Dawg! Just Do It! We MISSED YOU!!!
08/28/2009 2:12 PM  
MikeS.
SO GLAD YOUR BACK REMDOG...WE MISSED YOU....I MYSELF HAVE BEEN A FAN OF YOURS SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL. I AM NOW 44! I WAS BORN AND RAISED 30 MINS FRON FENWAY...WELCOME HOME TERRY LEDYARD,CT
08/21/2009 8:44 PM  
irishred..
Welcome back, Jerry! Sox games aren't the same without you in the booth.
08/21/2009 3:15 PM  
luv2fishme
Welcome back, Jerry! Sox games aren't the same without you in the booth.
08/21/2009 3:15 PM  
luv2fishme
From Down South in FLA..SO GLAD YOUR ARE BACK! YOU WERE SO MISSED!
08/21/2009 3:08 PM  
4SoxFans..
Great to see you back the other night Jerry..and wonderful to know you'll be in the booth for the game tonight!
08/21/2009 9:36 AM  
DoeD
We missed you, Jerry! Can't wait for your return. Kudos to you for your courage.
08/21/2009 7:29 AM  
nanclark
Batter up Jerry ! Play ball! NOW it really is summer.
08/20/2009 9:08 PM  
youkgirl
Hey Jerry! we missed you so much, and can't wait to have you and DO trading barbs and having a blast in the booth! Welcome home Jerry!
08/20/2009 5:34 PM  
soxchk
Looks like another late night in the UK on Friday. You think I'd miss Jerry v the Yankees?
08/20/2009 5:10 PM  
Yewkay Way
I can't wait to see you on TV again. It hasn't been a Red Sox season without you. I am glad you are getting better. The other bright spot is we don't have to listen to Eck talk about his hair or Rice talk about how great a player he used to be.
08/20/2009 5:08 PM  
chumleya..
Hey Remdawg!! Glad to have you back!! Hopefully your presence will help get the Sox back on track!
08/20/2009 2:30 PM  
hcutter
Great news. Welcome back
08/20/2009 1:08 PM  
bobr0949
WTG Jerry! Welcome Back :)
08/20/2009 12:52 PM  
RedSoxFe..
welcome back remdawg! We sure missed you & wally!
08/20/2009 12:49 PM  
AlohaSox
^5. Again, glad you have you back. :)
08/20/2009 12:22 PM  
No One
Awww shucks! I'm so happy :)
08/20/2009 12:19 PM  
No One
So good to see you back Jerry! I saw you last week and was elated that you are getting back in the booth again! You have been sorely missed to say the least! On a side note, some years ago (when I was a little thinner) I looked a lot like you (right down to the hair!) so when I played softball for our fire department's team, I was given uniform #2 and ironically was the lead-off man, coming in with a 332 average for the 3 years I played! I was HONORED to wear your number! Welcome back! ...View More

08/20/2009 10:44 AM  
ntrtainr
Remy!!! I am so overjoyed to have you back, I've really missed your commentary and your presence. You're a true legend in this city and games aren't the same without you. We're proud to see you persevere through this hard time!
08/20/2009 8:57 AM  
RedSoxFa..
I am as excited to heart this news as I am about Red Sox post season baseball! Your return has breathed new life into Red Sox Nation!! Lets go Rem Dawg!!!!
08/20/2009 8:43 AM  
K Dub-Fe..
So goooooood to have you back dawg! So good! So good! So good!
08/20/2009 8:42 AM  
JKBonin
Hooray! I've missed you soooo much. It will be great to have you in the booth again. I'll be at the game Friday -- see ya there!
08/20/2009 8:29 AM  
PudgeFan
OMG!!!REMDAWG, we've missed you so much, WELCOME BACK! The worst part is we are from CT & we are going to Montego, Bay Jamaica on Saturday & flying out of JFK...so we are staying in NY Friday & we won't get NESN,we have to suffer with the YES channel!!!!! We will tivo it! So happy your in the booth were you belong w/Wally & Don!! Woohoo!!! Sox are gonna sweep NY just for YOU!!!! :) ...View More

08/20/2009 12:10 AM  
SOX RULE!
Hooray- welcome back- we've missed you!! I don't miss my cigarettes though- I quit in May- thanks for the inspiration!
08/19/2009 11:39 PM  
Fenway66
Hooray- welcome back- we've missed you!! I don't miss my cigarettes though- I quit in May- thanks for the inspiration!
08/19/2009 11:39 PM  
Fenway66
Jerry, We have certainly missed. You and Don make us laugh. We love when you make Don laugh and everything goes silent for awhile. We know Don is laughing. Good luck and Good health.
08/19/2009 9:41 PM  
Rdsxptrt..
OMG Jerry I've had my bobblehead of you and Don ,at your desk, on my coffee table everyday watching the game with me since you've been gone. We have ALL missed you. God speed and take it easy. Love you
08/19/2009 9:07 PM  
RemDawgl..
Man it has been great to hear your Baseball voice again,and i cant wait till it becomes offical Friday.
08/19/2009 8:53 PM  
cheevy
Rem - Courage: you've still got it. Like staying in there as George Scott comes in to break up the DP. Welcome Back!!!
08/19/2009 8:46 PM  
Kool LT
  "Boomer" wore seconds basemen's teeth in a necklace. Remy never gave in. Became teamates in '78.
08/19/2009 10:53 PM  
Kool LT
  Wow - A George Scott reference... nice.
08/19/2009 9:58 PM  
Rafe And..
It's been a long season without you and Wally. Great to hear you on NESN tonight and your fans in Maine are looking forward to Friday.
08/19/2009 8:29 PM  
paxdiana
love you Jerry!!!!!!! can't wait for friday to see you and wally!!!!
08/19/2009 7:32 PM  
kct#1rem..
i love you Jerry!!!! welcome back! can't wait to see you with don and wally!
08/19/2009 7:29 PM  
kct#1rem..
Great to have him back where he belongs
08/19/2009 7:13 PM  
Mochaman
Remdawg it is great to know that you will be back and you have just made alot of the Red Sox Nation very happy I am sure of that. I do hope that you will take care of yourself as you transition back into the booth. Welcome Back!!!
08/19/2009 7:12 PM  
Mochaman
Welcome back. It will be great to hear your voice again.
08/19/2009 7:03 PM  
tlowhitd..
Its going to be great having you back. You were missed sorely. :)
08/19/2009 7:01 PM  
nnnnnnn
great time to comeback.
08/19/2009 6:57 PM  
fenway f..
Alright!! Welcome back Remy, you were missed big time. Glad you are feeling better.
08/19/2009 6:57 PM  
cinsabrat
Welcome back Remdawg! Just hasn't been the same without ya. I look forward to the laughter..
08/19/2009 6:56 PM  
yawhause
Welcome back Jerry,glad to see you are feeling better. We missed you!!!!!
08/19/2009 6:55 PM  
foofyone
Welcome back Jerry! You were missed!
08/19/2009 6:32 PM  
Rafe And..
Big Ups Jerry!
08/19/2009 6:29 PM  
BoxSoxDi..
Can't wait for Friday!!! Welcome home!!
08/19/2009 6:28 PM  
katidyd1..
HOORAY! Can't wait to see ya, my friend!
08/19/2009 6:26 PM  
ladyvet47
Can't wait for Friday!!
08/19/2009 6:26 PM  
katidyd1..
Glad to have the remdawg back!
08/19/2009 6:25 PM  
joegill88
Can't Wait to Get Back!
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Jerry Remy wrote this 3 years agoPermalink | 14 comments

I want to thank everyone (even the Yankees fans) for supporting me with letters, emails and daily comments on my blog during this challenging time.

It felt great being back at Fenway on Wednesday night. I was a bit anxious during my drive to the park but I felt like I was home again when I saw all the fans and my friends at Fenway. Tito, Tom, John, Larry, Sean McGrail, Joel Feld and the entire team at NESN have done so much to make this transition easier.

As I stated last night, depression is a constant struggle but I have made great progress. Millions of Americans struggle with depression I don’t believe anyone suffering from depression should need to hide their pain or feel ashamed.

While I won’t be announcing a return date yet I can assure you that I will be back in the booth with D.O. very soon. I am looking forward to sharing some laughs and watching the Sox get back in stride as they prepare for the playoffs!

I will check in again soon!
 


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Jerry, when people come forward with situations such as yours, it gets people talking -- and progressively helps others to come forward, seek treatment, and a resolution. You did well. Hope to see you back on NESN soon.
08/17/2009 12:21 AM  
section15
What a wonderful sight you were in the booth the other night. You have been missed. It took courage to speak out as you have about your depression. It is a constant battle. I know that from personal experience. All of RSN is with you through your journey. Can't wait for your full time return next to Donny O. Peace.
08/16/2009 11:40 AM  
Wuz49
I know there's no crying in baseball...but I admit to wiping a tear or two away when I saw the Dawg standing between Eck and Don in the booth. Man, has RSN missed you!!! We're all looking forward to seeing you back on a regular basis. A step at a time, right? You took a huge one that night. The next get easier. Way to go, Jerry.
08/16/2009 9:21 AM  
KYSawxFan
We wish you well and await your return to the booth. Things just aren't the same without you.
08/16/2009 8:09 AM  
traveler
It was GREAT to hear you again, RemDawg! We're all here supporting you. Can't wait to see you back in the booth again!
08/15/2009 6:05 PM  
BoSox Ho..
It was awesome seeing you Jerry in the booth
08/15/2009 5:34 PM  
remdawgg..
Jerry never look down aways look up
08/15/2009 11:55 AM  
cheevy
Jerrt it was awesome to see you at FENWAY. You look great. Cant wait to hear your voice along with Don again.
08/15/2009 11:51 AM  
cheevy
Jerry...counting the days my friend. Keep the faith!
08/15/2009 9:44 AM  
Obi-#Wan..
Great to see you and keep getting better.
08/15/2009 8:50 AM  
IluvRemmy
Do what you need to do to feel comfortable. I approve!!! You rock with your honesty and you help everyone who suffers from depression...believe me!
08/15/2009 8:08 AM  
YoukRS20
Was great to see you in the booth on Wednesday Jerry. Looking foward to seeing you in there all the time.
08/15/2009 6:26 AM  
CP_Jon_G..
"soon"...sounds great!!! can't wait to see you back remdawg!!!!!!!
08/15/2009 6:01 AM  
K Dub-Fe..
Jerry your the man ! not everyone would be as strong and open as you are. and when ever it happens we will all be happy to see you back
08/14/2009 11:51 PM  
MONSTAH
Visiting the booth tonight
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Jerry Remy wrote this 3 years agoPermalink | 11 comments

This is John (Jerry's manager). Jerry asked me to post a quick update in his blog. He is actually at the ballpark right now...

Jerry is planning to make a brief visit to the NESN booth during tonight's game. He will provide a more comprehensive update on the timing of his return to the booth in the very near future.

Thanks for all your support!


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Congratulation on being back, and yes your more then just a broad caster you are part of our Red Sox and the nation! I know from personal experience what your going through and the courage it takes to move forward! Your awesome and the best!!! So happy and glad your back..
08/19/2009 6:38 PM  
BOSOXNHGRL
so great to see you back Jerry - I know that must have been hard for you to do - getting up in front of the Nation and speaking your mind. I admire your courage and hope for a very speedy recovery!
08/13/2009 5:08 PM  
SawxFawx
glad to know your feeling better.
08/13/2009 10:38 AM  
irishsw..
GREAT to see ya Remdawg!!!!!
08/12/2009 11:16 PM  
obiwanja..
Although, well, that green shirt, uh...
08/12/2009 8:22 PM  
section15
Good to see you back, Jerry!
08/12/2009 8:21 PM  
section15
Glad to see you back in Fenway!
08/12/2009 8:05 PM  
npd1969
was great to see you in the pre game Jerry ! you look fasntastic
08/12/2009 7:02 PM  
MONSTAH
Can't wait to hear from you tonight Remdawg. You have been missed!!
08/12/2009 6:47 PM  
katidyd1..
Looking forward to hearing more from you. We missed you!
08/12/2009 6:39 PM  
BoxSoxDi..
  Congratulation on being back, and yes your more then just a broad caster you are part of our Red Sox and the nation! I know from personal experience what your going through and the courage it takes to move forward! Your awesome and the best!!! So happy and glad your back..
08/19/2009 6:38 PM  
BOSOXNHGRL
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