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OT: Yard Goats Season Ticket Sales Jump 24 Percent

Apparently, the novelty hasn't worn off yet. And last year, you pretty much had to buy weekend seats a week in advance in the summer.
 
I hope they change their colors and create their own identity. Enough with the Whalers' colors already. They are not coming back as long as Gary Bettman is alive.
 
I'm going to my first Yard Goats game later this month! I'm going to a conference in Hartford and I'm staying at the Candlewood Suites that's right next to the stadium.
 
Butch said:
I hope they change their colors and create their own identity. Enough with the Whalers' colors already. They are not coming back as long as Gary Bettman is alive.
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What would you prefer their colors be?
 
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Irish Loop said:
On Eve of Second Season, Yard Goats Season Ticket Sales Jump 24 Percent

Nobody tell Deepster, though. As he's made us all aware, Hartford is a rotting cesspool of violence and death and it's only a matter of time before the Yard Goats fade into oblivion.
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I've admitted now, maybe 4-5 times, that I was wrong and that I liked the stadium the more I went last year. And I'm looking forward to going more this year. But that doesn't really play into your joke, so you can ignore it (again) if you want.
 
They can do even better. The location of the stadium, the ease of getting in and out, etc, are what bring many people there. The title of the thread says they are succeeding. It's not like I had to be told.

As far as colors go, I'd go with something that relates well to the Victorian era since trains were big in the Victorian era. I've been into sports marketing for a very long time. Even a purplish-red to represent velvet, silver and black would be better

I don't complain about every small thing. Meet up with me and we can discuss complaining.
 
Deepster said:
I've admitted now, maybe 4-5 times, that I was wrong and that I liked the stadium the more I went last year. And I'm looking forward to going more this year. But that doesn't really play into your joke, so you can ignore it (again) if you want.
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It's not about you being wrong. It's the way that you bash Hartford.
 
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Deepster said:
Yeah. I get it, guy. And like I said...6 times now....I liked the Yard Goats.
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It would just kind of ruin your day at the stadium if you got shot walking from your car. ;)
 
Butch said:
I hope they change their colors and create their own identity. Enough with the Whalers' colors already. They are not coming back as long as Gary Bettman is alive.
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Another example of why this board needs a down vote button. ;)
 
Deepster said:
I've admitted now, maybe 4-5 times, that I was wrong and that I liked the stadium the more I went last year. And I'm looking forward to going more this year. But that doesn't really play into your joke, so you can ignore it (again) if you want.
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Fair. I don't pay real close attention, admittedly. Good to know. I'll remember next time, probably.
 
Butch said:
They can do even better. The location of the stadium, the ease of getting in and out, etc, are what bring many people there. The title of the thread says they are succeeding. It's not like I had to be told.

As far as colors go, I'd go with something that relates well to the Victorian era since trains were big in the Victorian era. I've been into sports marketing for a very long time. Even a purplish-red to represent velvet, silver and black would be better

I don't complain about every small thing. Meet up with me and we can discuss complaining.
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Those colors are a lot like what their major league affiliate have (Colorado Rockies). Not sure if it would work here. So many baseball teams as is with dark colors.

Personally I always liked the old Whalers’ green & blue so it doesn’t bother me (and I get that they’re never coming back, but it’s nice to pay homage to them). They’re bright colors that kids seem to like, so that & the YG’s logo will help them sell merchandise.

Eventually the novelty of a new stadium will wear off, but it is a really nice stadium in a location right next to downtown. It’s got staying power.
 
Deepster said:
I've admitted now, maybe 4-5 times, that I was wrong and that I liked the stadium the more I went last year. And I'm looking forward to going more this year. But that doesn't really play into your joke, so you can ignore it (again) if you want.
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Don’t take it too hard. He probably smokes crack.
 
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BugsyCT said:
Those colors are a lot like what their major league affiliate have (Colorado Rockies). Not sure if it would work here. So many baseball teams as is with dark colors.

Personally I always liked the old Whalers’ green & blue so it doesn’t bother me (and I get that they’re never coming back, but it’s nice to pay homage to them). They’re bright colors that kids seem to like, so that & the YG’s logo will help them sell merchandise.

Eventually the novelty of a new stadium will wear off, but it is a really nice stadium in a location right next to downtown. It’s got staying power.
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I didn't even think of the Rockies. Use bronze instead of silver then. And maybe the same magenta as the Southern California Sun of the 1970s WFL. Beats me. But something creative can be done.

The kids didn't get to see the Whalers. Was a Whalers fan growing up personally; moved while I was in college. I used to wear a Starter satin green Whalers jacket all the time at some point in high school. Looks strange on a baseball team.

The stadium does have staying power, yes. People who are actually baseball fans will be the ones going to the game over time. I don't see this franchise moving, unless we can get a AAA team.
 
Butch said:
They can do even better. The location of the stadium, the ease of getting in and out, etc, are what bring many people there. The title of the thread says they are succeeding. It's not like I had to be told.

As far as colors go, I'd go with something that relates well to the Victorian era since trains were big in the Victorian era. I've been into sports marketing for a very long time. Even a purplish-red to represent velvet, silver and black would be better

I don't complain about every small thing. Meet up with me and we can discuss complaining.
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An artist’s rendering of Butch's dream.

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I think I'll be at opening night. Should be fun as long as it's not too cold
 
alexd. said:
It would just kind of ruin your day at the stadium if you got shot walking from your car. ;)
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My office overlooks Hartford and I have a nice little map on my window that highlights the areas people have recently been shot. Swing up sometime and I'll give you the tour.
 
Deepster said:
My office overlooks Hartford and I have a nice little map on my window that highlights the areas people have recently been shot. Swing up sometime and I'll give you the tour.
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Pm me address
 
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Went to a couple games last year, definitely worth it. The beers were massive and food selection was good for any of you that need grub.
 
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