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What is a flat tarp?
A flat tarp is square or rectangular in shape, has flat edges, and 90 degree angles in the corners. They are wonderfully versatile and can be set up in all sorts of different shapes depending on weather conditions and terrain. Here are some great example pitches from tarp maker, Tera Rosa Gear, but there are many more variations possible. The tarp shown in this video is their Prospector model.
What is a shaped tarp?
Shaped tarps are not square or rectangular and usually have a curved ridge line or curved side edges. There are many different models and shapes that fit into this category. Some good examples include the Mountain Laurel Designs Duomid, the Zpacks Hexamid, and the Gossamer Gear CubicTwinn, shown below. While the shape in the Duomid and the Hexamid is obvious, the curved edges of the CubicTwinn run between the two ends of the top ridgeline, and all four edges have a gentle curved shape. Hexagon shaped hammock tarps also fall into the shaped tarp category.
Catenary curves have gentle U-shape, like the cable on a suspension bridge. Shaped tarps are cut with these curved edges because they provides a tighter pitch and saves some weight because the resulting tarp has less fabric. A lot of tent flies are also cut using catenary curves.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a flat tarp?
Flat tarps can be set up in a wide variety of shapes depending on the weather and surrounding vegetation or terrain. They can also be pitched very low to the ground in high winds. Due to their simplicity, they are generally much less expensive than shaped tarps and can be used for other purposes beyond camping. They may also provide more usable shelter space than a comparably sized tarp with curved edges, depending on their pitch.
Flat tarps tend to be a little heavier than shaped tarps because they use more fabric, and it is a little harder to get a drum tight pitch with them. There's also a bit more difficult to pitch because they're so many different ways to set them up, and choosing the best pitch for a particular situation takes a little practice.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a shaped tarp?
Shaped tarps can be optimized for specific weather conditions or terrain. For example, studies in the Antarctic have shown that a pyramid shape tarp is the most stable structural shape in high wind. They're also very good for use in winter when you want high angled walls to shed snowfall. Shaped tarps are easier for beginners to set up and obtain a tight pitch with. Further, the use of catenary curves can reduce the weight of a tarp.
Shaped tarps are not as flexible as flat tarps because they can only be pitched in a relatively small set of configurations. The use of catenary curves also the edges reduces the amount of usable space they provide and they can be challenging to set up in tight quarters, such as dense forest, when there is not enough room for a full setup.
High standing tarp shapes can also suffer from reduced interior volume in high winds because it's not possible to pitch them as low as a flat tarp. Finally, shaped tarps tend to be a good deal more expensive than flat ones because more labor is required to manufacture them.
That about covers the major differences! Well said.
Note that flat tarps can also be used year round and in dense forested conditions, such as the ADK's, wind is a minor consideration. Shelterd sites are easy…wrapped/tied around a tree thay make adequate shelter for one night even in the worst of storms. (I have been out in 60mph gusty winds with one.) I don't think this is of consideration except above 5000'.
That photo at the top of this post is a good example of how handy a flat tarp can be for a camping in a very tight spot. There's no way I could get a shaped tarp in there, it was close to sundown and I needed to camp where I was.
I wanted to ask you if there are any merit badges or instruction for scouts on pitching a tarp. They seem like the ideal solo or group shelter, inexpensive, hard to destroy, easy to patch and it would be a great skill to be able to pitch one in a half dozen different shapes. I'm thinking about springing for a flat campmor tarp, just for this purpose, and bringing it to Cedarlands, instead of a fancy cuben shaped tarp.
It's overwhelming with how many options there are for configuring flat tarps. Some look more like origami.
Last year I saw the most unusual group tarping. It was a group of city kids on a week long adventure trip with their school. They had the huge blue tarps (maybe 20'x30') set as two long tubes, one for the boys and one for the girls. It seemed to work for them and greatly simplified the camp setup for their leaders.
No, nothing specifically for tarps.
They need one for just setting up a tarp in the many configurations!!!
Rev – that is a fantastic resource. I'm going to have a busy summer trying them all out.
JDM – we should define a merit badge for flat tarp setup. There's clearly a need and it's a great self-reliance and lightweight backpacking skill. I will try to master a dozen or so good pitches to demonstrate at Cedarlands.
Tarps are covered in Camping MB, but it doesn't do justice to the details. Some of the high adventure camps (Philmont) don't even allow tarps for sleeping, but provide a dining fly tarp for each crew.
The single biggest problem we seem to have with Scouts (and leaders) backpacking is weight (and volume to a lesser degree). Tarps (and a better sleeping bag solution) would significantly help with both.
That article by Doug Prosser is great. He has another on BPL with suggest gear lists for scouts too. I'll have to check on the regulations at Cedarlands before I show up there.
That link that Revlee provided has some interesting setups for 10 x 20' tarps which is bigger than I'd ever consider carrying for myself, but is making me rethink my approach for group camping. Good stuff! I will no doubt be calling you both before I descend on the scouts to get more ideas from you.
If anyone else reading this thread is a scout master/leader or scout, I'd love to talk to you too!
Yeah, the Camping, Hiking and Climbing merit badges all would have some use for a tarp section. More of a cascading skill by itself than of value by itself, soo, it would be quite difficult to get a program together and presented, and accepted by the regional divisions. I would suggest you talk more with Bill. He is more into the administrative end.
Although I am technically now a Scout, I'm still feeling like an outsider. Perhaps I'll just use tarp setup for demo purposes to illustrate the benefits and talk to Bill when I'm there. The different pitches would make a great visual for gear demos.
I think the only thing missing on the tarpigami list RevLee posted was the nylon swan.
Yeah, they have soo many rules and regulations… You are better off NOT knowing them. Anyway, even Doug violates some of them in his writings… home made alcohol stoves???
It would certainly make a good demo. Just a few would be all that would be needed to get the point across.
Teaching is theater. If it's any comfort, I'm a lazy iso-butane guy.
I have been a Scoutmaster in with 2 different troops over a span of 13 years; the first was in New Jersey, currently in upstate New York. In my first troop we transition the scouts from car camping to backpacking, in the processes of teaching backpacking the boys were challenge to evaluate weight and usefulness of their gear. In less than a year tarps became the shelter of choice. My current troop in the processes of introducing more high adventure activities to the scouts, my advice to scout leaders would be to take your time, introduce and educate the boys (and their parents) to the concept of light weight backpacking. On our troops first backpacking trip of the year, my 15 year son used a tarp, the first night both the scouts and a couple adults were skeptical about his choice, one even asked me if I thought is was a good idea to let him do this, by Sunday morning the majority of the boys said they wanted to use a tarp on the next trip. They were impressed with not only how fast he was able to pack up, but amazed at the weight, he had a number of scouts hold their half of a tent in one hand while holding his tarp in the other. The weight and volume issue needs to be addressed by the BSA, until then members of the light/ultra-light weight community who are involved in scouting need to promote and teach these concepts to the scouts.
Great story Chris. How big are the tarps used by your scouts and leaders using? Do they use individual tarps or group tarps. If the latter, how many boys to a tarp? Do they pitch an A frame mostly, or some other shape? Thx!
In my first troop we used 8×10 tarps, we encouraged at least 2 to 3 scouts per tarp and set up was A frame. On our most recent trip my son and his friend were the only scouts willing to use a tarp shelter; they used a 9×8 piece of tyvek. Following the trip my son and his friend experimented in the back yard with different configurations and 2 other boys informed me of a shelter they are working on made from a space blanket.
If you want a flat tarp, get it from Cooke Custom Sewing. They have the best tie-outs and you can choose the colors you want.
We used pyramid tents at Philmont. I really recommend the Black Diamond Betamid as a starter single-wall tarp/tent for Scouts. Trivial to set up, light enough, and $99 ($79 on sale). It isn't silnylon, but that makes it cheaper and a bit easier to pitch — no stretch.
The BSA prohibition against homemade stoves is recent. They were legal when Doug used them.
I think I'm going to buy a flat tarp from BearPaw instead. I like their tie-outs better and they'll make me something custom for a great price.
The BearPaw tarp looks nice, with extra tie-outs on the 8×10. Cooke has a really cook "quad loop" in the center for grabbing a pole, and they run reinforcement around the entire edge.
A 10×10 is probably the most flexible flat tarp, because it allows symmetrical diagonal pitches.
Check out this pitch — quick and solid. Unlike this video, I use a guy line on the front, and sometimes pull the ridgeline up with the other trekking pole (see the blog post above for photos), but this is really easy to set up and makes a cozy corner. I've nick-named this pitch "the cave".
On the other hand, I use my MLD Supermid all the time now. For the last couple of years, the 8×10 tarp has been relegated to being the cooking/eating area in rainy weather. I sleep in the Supermid, and I've been out in a surprising number of nasty nights.
Another good option. I have a CAT tarp (and a hammock tarp) by OES and am really impressed by the quality. They have a lot of of options on flat tarps (http://www.outdoorequipmentsupplier.com/rectangular_tarps.php).
One item I notice nobody really comments on are weak Grommets and the ripping of the tarp at the Gromment…for years I used the Space Blanket type Tarp or of late a Silnylon Tarp and before that Canvas, but I found with the Blanket and Silnylon I experienced a lot of ripping and tearing at the Gromment point…I solved the problem with Wooden Pegs…And I have not seen anyone else use this method in 10 years nor have I read about it in any book or magazine or on any website…so I claim it….
Using that method I have never had another Tarp rip or tear on me at the Gromments…and as I said, I never seen anyone else use this method and so I claim it as mine but please feel free to use it….
I've heard of this actually, but can't remember where. Can you send me a picture or post a link to one where you're using a wooden stake.
I have posted it on many other websites in the last couple of years so you may have read it there perusing the contents…I am also known as the most hated by marketing sneaks and sometimes respected, especially by people I have helped on the trail; Nobocan 1 & 2, Sherlock, Meanolddog, Adirondacks Dad, PCTHiker52, Anzatwo, Borrego1, and a few unprintable names the marketing people have made up for me..I don't keep track and I don't have a picture at this time. But hey I could probably spend a day trying to find one. but what for I gave it up for everyone to use.
No worries – so where does the wooden peg go/ Do you tie the grommet to the peg and then tie the peg to a tree? How's it look any different from a staked out tarp.
All the pressure is then spread along the length of the entire stick and not just on the wire piece that surrounds the gromment hole..So as a result no tearing of the material at the gromment hole..In fact, I have never lost another Tarp to a tear at that point…..
Today if I plan on carrying a Tarp and I know the weather has a chance of turning windy and rainy I prepared four 4 inch length peices of quarter inch Doweling and wrap a rubber band around them and stick them in the top pocket of my pack for easy access in case of rain..Since my Tarp is only 5 ft x 8ft I haven't needed to use six of them for the extra two grommet holes in the tarp. But when I have needed the extra two have just scrouged a piece of downed wood from the ground and use that..
I have also used the same method to "Stake down" a Backpacking tent. Most have a tie off loop, so I threaded the Paracord through the loop on the tent to a larger piece of downed wood which I then attached to a stake instead of driving the Stake through the loop on the tent…It worked just as well as the stake, though in some winds the tent did "float" a bit, especially my Shires Squall Tarp Tent with a floor which is pretty light weight..
When I got home I drilled a hole through the center of a half inch piece of Dowel and then ran a piece of Paracord through that and tied a couple of Granny knots to keep it from slipping back through, but it did not seem to hold as well as I had hoped on a test Tarp I left sitting out in the yard.. I thought of actually Melting the Knot since Paracord is made of man made material. So I tied a big huge knot in it and melted it with a Lighter which worked rather well.. But then you have a problem of disassembly and or not every "pitch", especially if your "stealth" camping, requires the exact same length of Paracord. I also carved a groove into the center section of a quarter inch piece of dowel and the high winds around where I live broke it in half at that point… I also tested the idea using an old piece of alumium tent frame tubing and a piece of plastic tubing both of which worked just as well as wood but was heaiver in weight than the wood doweling pieces and you know we have to cut every ounce we can….
I'm not an Engineer so I cannot adequately explain what is going on and I did look into having some blueprints drawn up in order to apply for a Patent but the cost was too prohibitive and how many people would actually buy a pack of them since they can make them right on the spot. And of course the Patent Lawyer wanted some up front money or a 2nd Mortagage on my house and major piece of the pie so I said the heck with it and am giving the idea up to everyone as a payback to all the Backpackers who I shared a fire, a meal, a blister, a rainstorm and a woemen with who have been nice to me and friendly, along the various trails and cross country trips I have taken here in the good ole USA..
Using a toggle behind a grommet to spread the load is an old trick, at least as old as sailing vessels.
A better approach is to avoid tarps that have grommets. Those cut the fibers and make a very weak place in the tarp fabric. A tar with grommets will only fail at the grommets.
You want a tarp with sewn-on loops for attaching lines. Those are far, far stronger than a grommet.
A toggle is still useful for attaching a line without threading the end through the loop.
Thanks Mr. Underwood. I did a web search on Toggles and I had forgotten about Buttons! Yes the Old warm but heavy Woolen coats of my youth were buttoned closed with the use of sewn on wood Toggles which looped through a sewn on coat loop..But, that is not where I got the idea from since I haven't wore one of those coats in over 45 years..
Though I have never seen them used on Sailboats and I have been on quite a few from a punt in my childhood off Nantucket to WindJammers in Carriabbean.. Yes so there it is. Use a Toggle for your Tarp..like the Buttons on old time Woolen Jackets..LLBean might still sell the coats maybe.. We used to get ours from Eddie Bauer when it was a high quality company back in the 60's and early 70's.
Even with toggles, grommets are a bad idea. Get a tarp with sewn on loops.
I believe Campmor used to sell a tarp with sewn on loops about a a dozen of them I believe. I'll have to look into that..


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Venezuela's Bolivar Currency Worthless As Inflation Hits 1 Million Percent
The economy of Venezuela, an oil exporter like Nigeria, has gone fully bonkers. Inflation projected to hit 14,000 percent this year, has been reset by the International Monetary Fund to a mind-boggling one million percent.
Prices and inflation are rising so fast that the highest denomination bank notes minted in 2016 are already practically worthless.The biggest of those, 100,000 bolivars, would have bought five kilograms (11 pounds) of rice in 2017, now it's barely enough for a single cigarette.
"If inflation continues at 100 percent a month," the new 500 bolivar note, which will be the largest following the currency redenomination on August 20, "will be obsolete by December," said economist Leonardo Vera.
Currently, a pair of reading glasses can cost one billion bolivars (about $300 on the black market). It would require 10,000 of the country's largest bank note to pay for those in cash.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro: now wants to remove five zeros from the worthless currency
Some shops had resorted to weighing bank notes to determine their value rather than arduously counting them out.
Unsurprisingly, cash has practically vanished and electronic transfers reign.
But few people could afford to buy those glasses anyway given they cost 200 times the minimum wage of five million bolivars a month.
As the country grapples with a financial and humanitarian crisis, shortages of food and medicines, and failing public services such as water, electricity and transport, President Nicolas Maduro is planning to zapping five zeros off Venezuela's almost worthless currency. In March he had announced that he would strike three zeros off the bolivar bank notes, before upping that to five.
The question is how will this latest drastic move help drag Venezuela into recovery?
Henkel Garcia of economics consultancy Econometrica said the latest move of redenominating the bolivar is merely a "partial acknowledgement" of the hyperinflation crisis but "needs to be accompanied by economic reform in order to stop it," said .
Venezuela has already been down this road, 10 years ago when Maduro's predecessor Hugo Chavez tried the same trick by deleting three zeros.
"The redenomination in 2008 was a failure because we still ended up with hyperinflation," said Asdrubal Oliveros, an economist with Ecoanalitica, another economics consultancy.
"The redenomination was made without accompanying policies to combat inflation so it didn't tackle the causes."
In the short term the move was a "transactional success," said Garcia, but by "not containing inflation, that was completely lost."
The government blames inflation on the opposition and the United States but, in reality, financing of the fiscal hole caused the monetary base to increase 250 fold in two years.
Industry and production minister Tareck El Aissami said the redenomination aims to "improve the spending power of the working classes."
One tangible advantage, though, will be to ease the pressure on technology systems that are at breaking point due to transactions that run into billions of bolivars.
Many supermarkets, for example, have to divide sales into more than one transaction as their systems are limited to figures of 20 million.
"The monetary redenomination is to prevent the collapse of businesses' financial systems: every transaction costs hundreds of millions or billions," said Vera.
Practically the only product untouched by the inflation in this oil-rich country is petrol, which is why it is the cheapest in the world. A single dollar at its black market value could buy 3.3 million litres of petrol. Absurdly, once the redenomination is complete, a half bolivar — currently 50,000 bolivars, or less than two cents on the black market — would buy 50,000 litres.
Banking is affected too, with a source telling AFP that "there's a real possibility of collapse."
Such a distortion makes it likely the government will be forced to adjust the price of fuel and other heavily-subsidized goods and services.
What could complicate matters, though, is if the government decides to run the old and new currencies concurrently, affecting small payments.
Currently it costs 50 bolivars to fill the tank of a small car. That transaction under the new currency would cost a half centimo — but the bolivar subunit centimo was long made obsolete by inflation.
Maduro has shown limited signs of applying measures to confront the crisis, suggesting he might ease controls on currency exchange, currently monopolized by the government.
Imports of raw materials and machinery will be exempt from tariffs to try to encourage production in the country.
But these measures will only work "if there is economic stability that attracts investment," said economist Luis Vicente Leon.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks during a press conference at Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas on December 30, 2014. Venezuela confirmed Tuesday that it has entered recession, while annual inflation topped 63 percent, exacerbating the outlook for an economy already hit by crippling shortages and crashing oil prices. AFP PHOTO/JUAN BARRETO[/caption]
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The Jacksons: Give Our Legends Their Flowers.
Members: Sigmund "Jackie" Jackson, Toriano "Tito" Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson & Steven "Randy" Jackson.
Years active: 1965-1989, 2001, 2012-present.
Genres: Pop, R&B, Soul, Funk, Disco & Bubblegum Pop.
Labels: Steeltown, Motown, Philadelphia International Records, Epic & CBS.
The Jacksons is one of the most important musical families in history. We know the rundown of their humble beginnings to stardom so I won't go too into detail, but we are totally here to talk about their music!
The Jacksons' contributions to music has always been appreciated in the world of R&B & hip hop!
The 60s:
Albums Released: Diana Ross Presents The Jackson 5.
Before signing to Motown, the group was signed to Steeltown Records, & released two records.
The group's debut album on the Motown label suggested that Diana Ross discovered the group, but had only introduced them to the popular music markets.
It has been stated that Gladys Knight & Bobby Taylor are the people who had a helping hand in helping Motown realize that The Jackson 5 were worth it….Berry Gordy wasn't interested in signing another kid act after Stevie Wonder.
The group's national debut single "I Want You Back" was the only single from the record rose to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 & the Billboard R&B charts.
Albums Released: ABC, Third Album, Jackson 5 Christmas Album, Maybe Tomorrow, Lookin' Through the Windows, Skywriter, G.I.T.: Get It Together, Dancing Machine, Moving Violation, The Jacksons, Goin' Places & Destiny.
The Corporation (Berry Gordy, Fonce Mizell, Freddie Perren & Deke Richards) was a songwriting and production team exclusively created for the Jackson 5 to give them the hits they truly deserved since the earlier session weren't to Berry's liking. Under the guidance of The Corporation, the group released two more number one singles like "ABC" & "The Love You Save."
The group's fourth number one single "I'll Be There" made them the first act to have their first four singles reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 charts, which no one touched until Mariah Carey..who ironically covered I'll Be There in 1992.
The Jackson 5 was a huge phenomenon during those days and became a huge marketing focus for Motown, especially with the group's young fan base. Michael & Jermaine's solo careers also kicked off during the early 70s.
As the world turned to adore Disco, the group's biggest disco record at Motown was "Dancing Machine." It never gets old!
The boys father Joe Jackson was eventually fed up with the label's effort in providing hit records for the group since their follow up albums and singles weren't as successful as their first four albums. By 1975, the group announced that they would be departing from Motown because of the lack of creative control and royalties.
Their final album Moving Violation featured a song called "All I Do Is Think of You," which became a cult favorite and was covered by the new jack swing/R&B group Troop. Their cover became a number one hit on the charts!
The group decided to sign with Epic/CBS Records, with Jermaine deciding to remain with Motown following his marriage to Gordy's daughter Hazel. Motown sued the group for breach of contract, but allowed them to record for Epic as long as they changed their name since the owned the name. The group renamed themselves The Jacksons.
The Jacksons released their self titled debut album in November of 1976 under the CBS subsidiary Epic Records & Philadelphia International Records.
With the PIR label heads Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff being executive producers to the album, the group entered the world of Philly Soul & Quiet storm. The album contained their first top ten hit in two years "Enjoy Yourself," but finding their sound as a young adult band was very hard.
Nevertheless, the group was able to record their own material and gave us classics like Show You The Way To Go & Good Times.
The group's 1978 Destiny album was a commercial success, selling over four million records worldwide. Their label allowed them full artistic control and the album re-established them as a top-selling group.
Albums Released: Triumph, Victory & 2300 Jackson Street.
The group's fourteenth studio album Triumph is one of my favorite albums! My boys got down.
Michael's solo career propelled to newer heights after the releases of 1979's Off The Wall & 1982's Thriller. Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time, & broke racial barriers in pop music.
The group's final album with Michael as the lead singer was 1984's Victory. Also, it featured all six brothers recording, & sold over 7 million records worldwide.
The group's final studio album 2300 Jackson Street featured the entire family (excluding La Toya) on the title track. The group disbanded after this release in 1989.
The Jacksons will go down in history as one of the most powerful families in the world of music. Their music has gone down generations, and rightfully so..cause quality always wins. We miss Michael, but their legacy continues to live on through the surviving brothers. -MJ.
← Diana Ross' "Baby It's Me."
Janet Jackson's "Janet." →


The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate your ability to develop a comprehensive implementation proposal for an information system that uses a systems approach. The proposal should be targeted at a potential 'sponsor' organisation that will need to be convinced of the appropriateness and effectiveness of the proposed new system.
Choose an information system (e.g., ERP systems, CRM systems, SCM Systems, Management Information Systems, Decision Support Systems, Executive Information Systems, Enterprise Portals, Data Warehouse & Data Mining Applications, Enterprise Collaboration Systems, Knowledge Management Systems, and so on, that you have studied in this unit. Alternatively, you may wish to combine features of several systems. Please note for the purpose of this assignment, mobile apps or other e-business and digital enterprise applications should not be used as the chosen information system).
Your assignment should describe the steps of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) discussed in Topic 4 of the subject. The proposed system must address an identifiable problem/ opportunity that exists in the sponsor organisation and relate to particular aspects of the organisation's overall strategic directions. It is important that you select the features of your system carefully and justify your selection. Do not just use (be critical of the use of) the standard features of a commercially available software package. For the purposes of this assignment, try to keep the system that you are proposing to a manageable size.


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In this article for AASA's School Administrator Magazine, Forum Co-Founder and CEO Karen Pittman poses the critical question of whether graduating from high school equates to being ready for the next stage?
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Thank you for this information. Where do we have to set the registry keys? On the mailbox backup proxy, media agent or Commserve? Thank you.
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Mickey Mantle was known as a fantastic character throughout his time. These stories highlight some of the Mick's antics from the man himself. Enjoy.
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Done by Victory Journal and drawn by James Blagden, this video highlights the Mets epic plane ride after their win in the 1986 Divisional series.
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Probably the best meltdown by a baseball manager of all time. And he was mic'd up for the game. Backman played 2nd base on the championship Mets team from 1986.
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The Most Intimidating Teams of All Time January 02 2017, 0 Comments
Intimidation is defined as intentional behavior that "would cause a person of ordinary sensibilities" fear of injury or harm. These teams took it a step further, displaying behavior that even their peers would deem troubling. Whether it's fighting, drug-use, appearance, unpredictability, dominance, aggression or a potential injury, these teams caused their opponents a healthy level of fear. All of these teams pushed the envelope, having an effect on the rules in their respective sports. Did I mention, no one is intimidated by a loosing team?
Detroit Bad Boys 1989
Who? Isiah Thomas, Dennis Rodman, Bill Laimbeer, Rick Mahorn, Chuck Dailey
Why? Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Torture, Aggression, Psychological Games, Trash Talk, Jordan Rules, Injury Potential
Have you ever heard the expression "pick on someone your own size"? This concept was mastered by the 1989 Detroit Pistons, who loved a good brawl. They played the game of basketball like escaped convicts imploring physical and mental intimidation. The Bad Boys were the most violent team, in the history of basketball. Renown for their cheap shots and no layups allowed attitude.
Led by Dr. Jekyll himself, Isiah Thomas smiled in your face and stabbed you in the back. Rick Mahorn, Dennis Rodman and Bill Laimbeer formed a nasty front court, that could get into the heads of even the best front court players. Bill Laimbeer was a renown cheap shot artist, perhaps his finest moments came in the 1990 NBA Finals, when he frustrated Portland's big men to the point of tears. Chuck Daily also known as "Daddy Rich," kept the pack relatively under control, as the head coach.
Detroit held a rare trait, the best players in the world were terrified of playing them. While their physical play was highly publicized, the mental games they played with opponents had devastating effects. There no layup rule often left stars like Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Dominique Wilkins, Charles Barkley and Magic Johnson bloodied on the floor. Each of these star players saw their field goal percentage drop significantly when playing Detroit. When these stars played Detroit in the playoffs their FG% dropped even further.
Of course their was no shortage of fights on court. Among their best fights could have been the numerous assaults on Boston's McHale and Bird. The two teams had bench clearing brawls more than 8 times. Perhaps their most famous battle was that with Michael Jordan. The "Jordan Rules" was a strategy employed by the Pistons that called for 3 players to rush the paint anytime Michael took a dribble. They're reasoning was simple "Michael didn't trust his teammates and we knew that" said longtime Piston Bill Laimbeer. The strategy worked as Detroit beat Chicago in three straight playoff series. For a longer list of their most famous fights and plays check out the video here.
Technical fouls were not called nearly as much as they are now. With that being said, the Pistons still had their fair share of technical fouls. In fact from 1986-1990 the Pistons ranked first in average technical fouls per game. A recent article has even suggested that The Bad Boys had the largest number of technicals, relative to the league average in NBA history.
The most intimidating part of it all was the back to back championship banners they hung in 1989 and 1990. The 89 season saw Detroit finish the regular season with a 63-19 record. They had the second best playoff record of all time, loosing only two games in the playoffs. While it was great to watch the physical style employed, it also led to the cotton candy style of play that dominates today.
Oakland Raiders 1976
Who? Jack Tatum, John Madden, Otis Sistrunk, Ken Stabler, Willie Brown, Skip Thomas, Dave Casper, Phil Villapiano, Ted Hendricks, Fred Biletnikoff, Cliff Branch
Why? Cocaine Use, Substance Abuse, Steroid Use, Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Gang Affiliated, Torture, Illegal Equipment, Some Nudity, Aggression, Psychological Games, Injury Potential, Frightening Appearance
"I like to believe that my best hits border on felonious assault." These words spoken by Safety Jack Tatum summarized the 1977 Raiders. True bullies on the defensive end of the field. Their revolutionary press style and blind side hits were innovating. Opposing rival coach Chuck Knoll once commented that "They were the criminal element of the league". Rumors of drug use on and off the field were more than speculation. Perhaps their biggest accomplishment was their ability to bend the rules.
The 1977s Raiders featured some of the most feared defensive backs in NFL history. Nicknamed "The Soul Patrol", they featured Jack "The Assassin" Tatum, Skip "Dr Death" Thomas, Willie Brown, and George Atkinson. Tatum was known around the league as the most devastating hitter, having knocked out over 30 players throughout his pro career. Several Tatum stories have become NFL legend. He and Earl Campbell collided head on, both were knocked out on impact. Famously his hit paralyzed wide receiver Darryl Stingley and he separated Vikings receiver Sammy White from his uniform. The rest of the defense backs were plenty intimidating. In 1976 defensive back George Atkinson knocked out receiver Lynn Swann with a forearm to the back of the head. Skip Thomas earned his Dr. Death nickname with his aggressive play. Mad men like Ted Hendricks, Phil Vilapiano and Otis Sistrunk rounded out the 11 angry men.
On the opposite side of the ball, the offense showed they were for real. Art Shell and Gene Upshaw formed the greatest lineman combo in NFL history. Kenny Stabler was amongst the best quarterbacks in the league and might have been the toughest. Cliff Branch brought a deep threat that was unmatched by others in the time period. Dave Casper gave Stabler a big physical tight end that could both block and catch. Mr. Stick-em Fred Belitnoff was acted as the intermediate threat. Casper & Branch were both named first team all-pro.
The Raiders intangibles were absolutely off the charts. What do I mean by intangibles? They were the first to employ themes like "Rule 1, Cheating in encouraged, rule 2, see rule number one. Another piece of the Raiders bad boy image, were the ridiculous pads and accessories they used to their advantage. Full casts were hardened and applied, so the players could use them as club-like weapons on the field. Illegal spike cleats, extra layers of padding, stick-em, anything they thought would give them an edge was used.
Several after hours stories about this bunch have been told throughout the years. Notably Anthony Kiedis Autobiography Under the Bridge, Kiedis claimed to have sold a good amount of cocaine to more than 5 members of the 1977 Raiders team. Did I mention Kiedis was 12 and he sold it to them the night before the Superbowl? Their has been additional stories linking team members to the Hells Angels Biker gang.
Aside from their off the field shenanigans, the Raiders were truly a dominant team. They posted a regular season record of 13-1, first in the AFC west. They went on to beat New England in the divisional round of the playoffs, before beating their rival Pittsburgh Steelers 24-7 in the Conference championship. In Super Bowl XI they dominated Minnesota to the tune of 32-14. During their playoff run, they outscored opponents 80 to 42.
New York Mets 1986
Who? Doc Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez, Lenny Dykstra, Bobby Ojeda, Wally Backman, Joe Carter, Kevin Mitchell, Ron Darling
Why? Cocaine Use, Substance Abuse, Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Some Nudity, Aggression, Psychological Games
The cocaine circus on wheels, that was the 1986 world champion New York Mets. As pitcher Bobby Ojeda said in his book, The Bad Guys Won, "We were a bunch of vile fuckers." With guys like Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden and Keith Hernandez the 86 squad could be seen as the "kings of nose candy". Guys like Lenny Dysktra, Bobby Ojeda, Wally Backman, Kevin Mitchell, Joe Carter and Ron Darling all contributed to the madness. The turning point of the season for the Mets, came on May 27 when third baseman Ray Knight brawled with Dodgers' pitcher Tom Niedenfuer. Summed up the Mets were a gang of drunks, pill-poppers, barroom brawlers, degenerate gamblers, cocaine enthusiasts, womanizers, and all-world egos that won the hearts of New Yorkers.
After clinching the league championship with a 15 inning game in Houston, the Mets boarded a flight back to New York. Most of the players felt the same way, lets get on this plane and absolutely tear it apart. This included players hovering fat rails of cocaine in the bathroom, harassing the flight attendants, and racking up $7,500 in damages to the plane. Backup catcher Ed Hearn recalls "Soon steaks were flying like Frisbees. It was the epic carnivore free-for-all. 'By the time we reached the airport, guys were eating the steaks raw,' says Hearn. 'Taking bites out and breathing hard and hitting each other. It was that psycho mentality.'"
The most dominant and out of control player on the team was 21 year old ace Dwight "Doc" Gooden. After winning the Cy Young the previous year Gooden continued to pitch well to the tune of a 17-6 record and a 2.84 ERA. The only problem was Gooden was massively addicted to cocaine, so much so, he missed his teams championship parade. Gooden himself said "I end up leaving the party with the team, going to these projects, of all places in Long Island." I got time.' And the clocks, I mean the rooms are spinning. I said, 'OK, I'll leave in another hour.' Then the next thing you know the parade's on and I'm watching the parade on TV.
With 5 All-Stars, their collection of pitching was the best in major league baseball. Dwight Gooden, Bobby Ojeda and Ron Darling formed a starting rotation that was second to none. Between the trio, they won 50 games with a 2.73 ERA. Their Bulletin might have been better featuring Jesse Orosco, Randy Myers and Randy Niemann.
Daryl Strawberry was a phenomenal 24 year old prospect, batting .257 to go with a team leading 27 home runs and 93 RBIs. The night before the now-famous 1986 Game 6, Strawberry lost control. He nailed his wife in the face, breaking her nose. The bloody image of Strawberry's domestic dispute would define him for the next decade. After the 1986 championship things started to spin out of control, he was charged with beating his fiancé in 1990 and his girlfriend in 1993.
Keith Hernandez and Lenny Dykstra were both big contributors offensively. Hernandez hit .310 with 83 RBIs and an on base percentage of .413. Dykstra hit .295 with a team leading 31 stolen bases. Both players were named All-Star's during the 86 campaign. Unfortunately both players were stained, after being named in the Pittsburgh Drug Trials in 1985. Baseball commissioner Peter Ueberroth ruled that Hernandez was among 7 players who had used cocaine and been involved with distribution. Both Hernandez and Dystra were able to have tremendous seasons in 1986 after rebounding from their season long suspensions in 1985.
They finished the season with 103 wins most in the national league. During the world series everything turned around in game 6 when a ground ball went through Redsox first basemen's Bill Buckner's legs. After that the Mets were able to rally for a game 6 win and then easily won game 7. Doc Gooden best summed up the win "But in the early craziness of the locker room, two thoughts were crowding all the others out of my head: I gotta call my dealer. And I gotta call my dad."
Who? Mel Blount, Jack Lambeer, Jack Ham, Mean Joe Green, Lc Greenwood, Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Lynn Swann, Mike Webster
Why? Substance Abuse, Strong Language, Violence, Grisly Images, Aggression, Psychological Games, Injury Potential, Frightening Appearance
The famed "steel curtain" dominated the NFL in the 1970s, winning 4 Superbowl's. Loaded with 7 defensive hall of famers, players like Jack Lambert, Mean Joe Green, LC Greenwood, Jack Ham and Mel Blount. They lost 2 games by a grand total of 10 points all year (both teams would reach the championship game in their respected conference). The 1978 season would mark their third championship in the 1970s. To understand the measure of respect Pittsburgh demanded at the time, the Steelers had 12 players named as All Pros at their respective positions. Some ague that the Pittsburgh teams of the early 1970s were a better defense, but this team was by far the most well rounded.
The Steelers teams of the 1970s were stacked with intimidating defenders like "Mean" Joe Green, Lc Greenwood, Mel Blount, Jack Ham and Jack Lambert. Eight of the defense's starting 11 players were elected to the Hall of Fame. No team will have a defense with more hall of famers at one time. The 78 team was able to finish the season with the second most forced turnovers in the league.
Mel Blount was among the most intimidating defense backs of all time. In fact because of Blount's legendary press converge the NFL was forced to change their rules, in turn the 5 yard contact rule is also known as the Mel Blount Rule. Joe Green was a devastation force that ranked among the most dominant lineman of his time. He was a perennial contender for the defensive player of the year award. Jack Ham and Jack Lambert were the rugged hitting linebackers that anchorched the defensive unit.
The offense was led by Terry Bradshaw, Len Swann, John Stallworth, Franco Harris and Mike Webster. Nothing scares a defense quite long the long pass, the Steelers tormented secondaries with their air attack. Bradshaw put together the best year of his career to that point, becoming only the second Steeler to win the NFL MVP award. Bradshaw posted career highs (to date) in completions (207), attempts (368), passing yards (2,915), touchdowns (28) and quarterback rating (84.7). Len Swann both had a career year catching 11 touchdowns to go with 880 yards receiving. Deep threat John Stallworth caught 9 touchdowns to go with 800 yards receiving.
The playoff run began with a domination of the Denver Broncos 33-10. In the AFC championship game, they embarrassed the Houston Oilers to a tune of 34-5, with Pittsburgh forcing 9 turnovers. The Steelers then finished off their storybook season with a win over the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XIII. In what is still considered one of the greatest Super Bowls ever played. Terry Bradshaw took home MVP honors in Miami, as he threw for over 300 yards and four TDs.
Oakland A's 1989
Who? Mark McGwire, Jose Canseco, Dave Stewart, Dennis Eckersley, Tony La Russa
Why? Cocaine Use, Substance Abuse, Steroid Use, Strong Language, Violence, Cheating, Aggression, Power, Frightening Appearance
The 89 Athletics were the George Washington of Steroids, leading the way for future generations. "The Juice Crew" were the bros of your nightmares, fueled by steroids and success. This team was an all time great power hitting lineup, most of which powered by steroids. Rumors swirled of drug use and fights in the Oakland clubhouse, mainly between the young regime and the old veterans. The crew also had a signature handshake that featured forearm bumps instead of fists bumps.
Oakland boasted some of the best power hitters in the game like Mark McGwire, Dave Henderson, Dave Parker and Jose Canseco. They didn't just hit regular home runs, these were moon shots. Blasts like Canseco's and McGwire's famous home runs to the third deck of Toronto's Skydome (both blasts went over 520 feet). They also featured the speedy leadoff man Ricky Henderson. Add Dennis Eckersley to the bunch, one of the most feared closers of all time. The bay area native posted a 1.56 ERA and led the league in saves with 33. The collection of ego's and personalities might be enough to intimidate any team. Throw in passive aggressive steroid behavior and you have a frightening team.
Canseco suffered a wrist injury before the season and didn't return until after the All-Star break. Dave Parker filled some of the power void and hit 22 home runs and finished with 97 RBI. And when Canseco did come back, he hit 17 home runs in less than a half-season of play. The sensational Mark McGwire hit 33 home runs to lead the team.
Oakland was able to finish the season first in their division, with 99 wins. They defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in five games in the ALCS. Then swept their cross-Bay rivals, the San Francisco Giants, in an earthquake-marred World Series. They only lost one game in postseason play putting them near the top of all time dominating post seasons.
When Jose Canseco's book Juiced was published in 2005, many of the A's stories would come to limelight. Canseco claims that he introduced Mark McGwire to steroids in 1988 and that he often injected McGwire while they were teammates. He also admits that he envisions himself as the godfather of steroids to the entire MLB.
While they haven't played together for more than 25 years, a reunion seems unspeakable. Former teammate Carney Lansford was quoted as saying if Canseco were coming to the reunion, "I don't believe there's a guy on the '89 team who'd show up. Not after his book and all the lives he ruined. It's selfishness, basically. I hate to say that, really. I played with him and thought he was a nice guy, but I don't know how you can do that to people."
Chicago Bears 1985
Who? Mike Ditka, Mike Singletary, Otis Wilson, Buddy Ryan, Walter Payton, Jim McMahon, Dan Hampton, Richard Dent, Buddy Ryan
Why? Substance Abuse, Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Some Nudity, Aggression, Psychological Games, Injury Potential, Frightening Appearance
The Monsters of the Midway could make an argument for the greatest overall team of all time. This team didn't need sideshows or gimmicks to intimidate their opponents, they flat dominated them. Probably the only team on the list that didn't feature the most menacing player, a group of fighters, or even the biggest group of partiers. This collection of talent was most imposing during the actual game. They embarrassed almost every pro offense they faced and as a result the defensive side of the ball was never the same. NFL network named them the best defensive unit of all time.
They went 15-1 during the regular season, their lone loss came at the hands of Dan Marino's Miami dolphins. In the playoffs they laughed teams off the field, outscoring opponents 91 to 10. During the entire season Chicago was only involved in three games decided by 7 or less.
The 85 defense was simply the greatest defense of all time. Imploring the physical strategy of the 4-6 defense, Chicago was the most feared defense of their time. They had a bevy of tremendous players like Mike Singletary, The Fridge, Otis Wilson, Mongo McMichael, Dan Hampton and Richard Dent. The master mind of it all was of course an intimidator himself, Buddy Ryan. The Bears' iconic 46 defense (Named after former Bears' safety, Doug Plank), led by Defensive genius Buddy Ryan, was an "attack from all angles" scheme that resulted in many injured quarterbacks. With future Hall of Famer Mike Singletary alongside the supremely athletic Wilber Marshall and Otis Wilson, the linebacking unit ranked in at #5 of the greatest linebacking corps in NFL history in NFL Top 10. The secondary was anchored by safeties Gary Fencik and Dave Duerson. Their defensive line included future Hall of Famers Richard Dent and Dan "Danimal" Hampton , along with breakout media superstar rookie, William "The Refrigerator" Perry. The Bears were infamous for getting to the quarterback often and completely disrupting their timing. They hold a bevy of bone crushing defensive highlights, complete with multiple quarterback knockouts.
The offense was no slouch led by Walter "Sweetness" Payton (perhaps the best running back in the game at the time), wild man Jim McMahon and the intimidating coach Mike Ditka. Their offense ranked 2nd in the league in points scored. The real strength of their offensive, was their offensive line. Led by tackle Jimbo Covert and center Jay Hilgenberg, they were able to open huge running holes for Walter Payton. At the end of the season Payton, McMahon, Covert and Hilgenberg were all named to the pro bowl.
In their two playoff games against the New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams, the Bears outscored their opponents 45–0 and became the first team to record back-to-back playoff shutouts. Then, in Super Bowl XX against the New England Patriots, the Bears set several records. Their 36-point margin of victory topped the Raiders 29 points margin put up in Super Bowl XVIII and stood as a record until the 49ers won Super Bowl XXIV. It was the Bears' first NFL World Championship title since 1963.
The 1985 bears changed the game with their hard hitting aggressive 4-6 defense. The 4-6 allowed for their defense to get serious hits on quarterbacks and skill players. The only question is, Why did they only win 1?
Philadelphia Flyers 1974
Who? Dave Schultz, Bobby Clarke, Serge Bernier, Jim Johnson, Bernie Parent
Why? Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Torture, Illegal Equipment, Aggression, Psychological Games, Injury Potential, Frightening Appearance, Excessive Blood
They revolutionized the physical style of hockey popular today. Their players refused to wear helmets and led the league in penalty minutes. Their defense specialized in cheap shots and they instigated as many brawls as possible. Opposing teams preparing to play the Flyers knew they were in for a beating. The Broadstreet bullies were as dominant as they were mean, winning back to back Stanley Cup champions in 1974 and 1975. The Flyers were the last Stanley Cup champion to be composed entirely of Canadian-born players.
Early in the 70's Philadelphia was defeated by the St Louis Blues who employed a more physical style of play than the Flyers. As a result the Flyers brought in bigger and tougher players (also known as bullies). The new additions to the team resulted in a jail house team that routinely broke rules and used fighting to intimidate opponents.
This blood thirsty, ragtag collection of asylum escapees included Bobby Clarke, Serge Bernier, Jim Johnson, Bernie Parent (who wore a menacing Jason mask) and Andre Lacriox. The leader of the asylum was Dave "The Hammer" Schultz. "The Hammer" set the NHL record for penalty minutes in back to back seasons during their Stanley Cup runs. He was best known for his blood filled mustache that often dripped relentlessly. Of course Dave Schultz's 348 penalty minutes led the NFL in 1974.
The 1974 team posted a record of 50-16-12, they won the West by seven points. The outstanding goalie Bernie Parent established an NFL record by winning 47 games, a record which stood for more than 30 years. The Flyers were represented in the All Star Game by Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, Ed Van Impe and Joe Watson.
The team was led offensively by Bobby Clarke, who led the team in goals with 35, assists with 52 and points with 87. He finished fifth among scoring leader in points. Clarke was named a 2nd Team All Stars along with defenseman Barry Ashbee. Clarke was followed by Bill Barber in goals (34), and by Rick MacLeish both in assists (45) and in points (77).
Like any intimidating team the Flyers style of play eventually forced the NHL to change its rules. An exhibition game against the Russian team, illustrated the brutality and physicality the Flyers played with. In most peoples eyes this exhibition game forced the NHL to institute new rules to clean up the game.
Pittsburgh Pirates 1979
Who? Willie Stargell, Dave parker, Omar Moreno, Bill Robinson, Bill Madlock, Dock Ellis
Why? Cocaine Use, Substance Abuse, Strong Language, Violence, Illegal Equipment, Aggression, Frightening Appearance, Sledgehammer
They became known as the "We Are Family" team, the Pirates powered their way to the 1979 crown. The Pirates became one of six teams in the 20th century to have won a World Series after trailing three games to one. They beat the Baltimore Orioles in a seven game world series, Willie Stargell took home the MVP. The curricular activities of the Pirates was surely over shadowed by their accomplishments on the field. The world series title was Pittsburgh's last playoff series victory to date. However many think the Pittsburgh Cocaine trails might have diminished their accomplishments.
The leaders of the team were Willie Stargell and Dave "Cobra" Parker. Both carried heavy reputations as intimidating hitters, as both were amongst the best players in baseball. Parker was the 1978 NL MVP and Stargell took home the award in 1979. Bill Madlock and Bill Robinson both provided instant offensive at the plate.
Willie Stargell got a brilliant idea for their hitters to warm up with sledgehammers. The move intimidated opposing pictures and helped the Pirates confidence. Late in the 1978 season "Cobra" fractured his jaw in a home plate collision. He then wore a hockey-style mask straight from Friday the 13th, to protect his broken cheek bone. The mask was described by some opposing pitchers as terrifying. While the corrective mask was only worn for a short period of time, it made its mark.
The Pittsburgh drug trials shined more light on this collection of talent. Drug use ran rampant throughout the team's clubhouse. Cocaine was done in record amounts and greenies were popped like skittles in the clubhouse. More than 5 players on the team would eventually be named specifically in the drug trials. Theres no question their drug use contributed to they're intimidating ways.
New York Knicks 1992
Who? Anthony Mason, Patrick Ewing, Charles Oakley and Xavier McDaniel, John Starks
Why? Strong Language, Violence, Gore, Grisly Images, Torture, Aggression, Psychological Games, Frightening Appearance, Trash-talk, Injury Potential
The 1992 New York Knicks loved to mix it up on the court. Prior to the season New York hired Pat Riley, signed Anthony Mason and traded for Xavier McDaniel. These additions insured little physical opposition from their opponents. The only team on our list that failed to win the title. New York seemed destined to win a title under the guidance of Pat Riley, who had won five titles in Los Angeles.
The core of New York's intimidating lineup was formed by their front line. They featured Patrick Ewing, Anthony Mason, Xavier McDaniel and Charles Oakley. A front line which rivaled the Detroit's Bad Boys in terms of physical play and sheer terror. It was unusual for more than 3 games to go by without the Knicks having some sort of fight. Patrick Ewing was widely thought of as the most intimidating player in the NBA. Charles Oakley was a world renown fighter who fought the likes of Charles Barkley, Dennis Rodman, Alonzo Mourning, and Pj Brown among many others. Xavier McDaniel aka "X-Man" was known around the league as a serious fighter. McDaniel would fight you at the drop of a hat, or strangle you if he deemed fit (see Wes Matthews and Juwan Howard). Very few opposing teams chose to challenge prowess of the front line's fighting ability.
Greg Anthony and Mark Jackson were both among the toughest guards in the league. Jackson had a no-nonsense city game and Anthony once played with a broken jaw for more than a month. The ever unpredictable John Starks also had reputation for being a loose cannon, apparent by the head butt he delivered to Reggie Miller in the 1993 Playoffs.
The team finished second in the Atlantic Division with a 51–31 record. In the first round of the playoffs New York would square off with the 92 version of the Bad Boys Pistons. In a series that closely resembled a cage match, it was the most physical series of all time. During game 1, McDaniel delivered a vicious elbow to Lambieers head resulting in a flagrant foul and a scuffle. In game 2, McDaniel drew a flagrant foul against Laimbeer, before Charles Oakley closed lined Dennis Rodman, both wind up with technicals. In the next game four technical fouls were called in the first three minutes. Rodman then punched McDaniel, resulting in the two tangling up. During the fourth quarter, Darrell Walker earned a flagrant foul for bashing McDaniel, who screamed threats at Walker. All this in the first three games. The Knicks would end up beating Detroit in 5 games.
Next round, the Knicks faced off against the defending champion Chicago Bulls for the second straight year. Bill Laimbeer of the vanquished Detroit Pistons thought the Knicks would strongly compete if they were allowed to play this way, but doubted "the league" would let them. To the contrary, Phil Jackson said of the NBA, "I think they like this style." Several players including, Michael Jordan, Xavier McDaniel, Scottie Pippen and Greg Anthony got into physical altercations. New York was able to frustrate Michael Jordan with their physical play, but ultimately lost to Chicago in 7 games. During the offseason McDaniel left for Boston, New York never took Chicago to seven games again. Many observers think it was the closest any team got to stopping Chicago's run of 6 championships in the 90's.
New York Yankees 1927
Who? Babe Ruth, Lou Geriehg, Earle Combs, Tony Lazzeri, Herb Pennock, Waite Hoyt, Miller Huggins
Why? Drinking, Strong Language, Violence, Aggression, Psychological Games
Murder's Row was the Beatles more than 25 years before the Beatles. They featured seven hall of famers on their roster. The first truly intimidating team in sports, opposing pictures and sports writers were so obsessed with the team, they were nicknamed the Murders Row for the core of they're hitting lineup. Following a 21-1 July victory against the Washington Senators, first basemen Joe Judge said "Those fellows not only beat you but they tear your heart out. I wish the season was over." Murders Row existed in a time where super teams were more than 50 years away. The 1927 Yankees batted .307, slugged .489, scored 975 runs, and outscored their opponents by a record 376 runs. Did I mention they had the two most feared hitters in the game?
The nickname describes the first six hitters in the 1927 team lineup: Earle Combs, Mark Koenig, Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Bob Meusel, and Tony Lazzeri. Center fielder Earle Combs had a career year, batting .356 with 231 hits, left fielder Bob Meusel batted .337 with 103 RBIs, and second baseman Tony Lazzeri drove in 102 runs. Gehrig batted .373, with 218 hits, 47 home runs, a then record 175 RBIs and was voted A.L. MVP. Ruth amassed a .356 batting average, 164 RBIs, 158 runs scored, walked 137 times, and slugged .772. Most notably, he set the single season home run record with 60.
The two most intimidating hitters in baseball, Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, were bitter rivals in the same clubhouse. Their differences in personality created a rift between the superstars. Ruth was an undisciplined man in every facet of his life, except hitting. While Gehrig, was never one for empty boasting. Another factor in their rift was differences in salary between the two. Babe made $80,000 during the height of the Great Depression, Gehrig less than half that amount. The two rivals would duel off in a season long home run contest. Early in the season, the New York World-Telegram anointed Gehrig the favorite. But Ruth caught Gehrig and then had a remarkable last two months of the season, hitting 17 home runs in September. After his 60th, Ruth was exultant, shouting after the game, "Sixty, count 'em, sixty! Let's see some son-of-a-b**** match that!"
They finished the year 110–44 winning the A.L. pennant by 19 games. New York swept the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1927 World Series. Only four teams have won more regular season games to this date. Unquestionably one of the greatest teams in MLB history.
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The Legend of Wade "Chicken Man" Boggs July 08 2016, 1 Comment
Wade Boggs is the best beer drinker of all time. The hall of fame baseball player is better known for his drinking habits than the 3,000 hits he racked up or his 5 batting titles. Tales of Boggs have been a large part of sports pop culture for a number of years. Boggs obsession with Chicken, his horse ride after his World Series victory or the mere 46 times he swing and missed in the 1985 season. His most famous story, is his 1994 flight in which Boggs reportedly drank 64 beers starting in Cleveland and ending in Boston.
The legend started to build in 2003 when former Yankee and Mariner reliever Jeff Nelson was on KJR radio in Seattle. He said Boggs could easily drink 50-60 beers on a trip from New York to Seattle. Later in the interview, Nelson called former teammate Paul Sorrento on the air. Sorrento confirmed Nelson's story and estimated that Boggs could actually drink 70 beers on a cross-country trip.
Jeff Nelson offered a simple look into the daily travel of Boggs. "Wade was always the first one at the club house, he would bring a six pack with him. He'd be there drinking a beer when someone showed up, and as we were all packing our stuff up out of our lockers and getting our bags ready for the trip, Wade would sit there and drink that whole six pack.We were flying out of New Jersey, so it was a drive from Yankee stadium to the airport in New Jersey. Wade would drink another couple of beers on the bus to the airport. At the time, we were flying this older airplane, it couldn't make it across the country without refueling, so we would stop in North Dakota or something. Wade would drink about a half rack between New Jersey and North Dakota. During they half hour they refueled in North Dakota, Wade would have a few more beers. Back up in the air, Wade would drink another 10, 11, 12 beers on the way out to the west coast. The whole flight from coast to coast usually took us well over 7 hours. We'd touch down, hop on the bus headed to the Kingdome, and Wade would have another beer or two on the bus. Then, all of us would get to the Kingdome and unpack our bags and sit around and BS with each other, and Wade would have a beer in his hand the entire time. He was always one of the last people to leave the club house too."
After the radio interview, a fan on College Game Day held a sign that read "Did you know Wade Boggs once drank 64 beers on a cross country flight". This led Tony Kornheiser on ESPN's Pardon the Interruption to ask Boggs about the story. Boggs responded by saying "No it's not true, it wasn't 64, but a lot of people have fun with that and its nothing to brag about. You get board on a cross country flight from Boston to LA, you gotta do something. No, I wont answer the number but put it this way I had a few Miller Lites".
An interview featuring major leaguer Brian Rose exposed more of Boggs habit. In 2001 Rose was claimed off waiver by the Devil Rays while Wade Boggs was a coach there. Rose goes on to describe a flight in which he sat next to Boggs "I was sitting next to him on a plane and a flight attendant came by and gave him a case of beer," said Rose. "He slid it under the seat and I was like, 'What's up with that? We only have an hour flight.' He said, 'That's mine.' Rose continued "The whole flight, we were just shooting the shit, and he went one beer after the other. I said to him, 'I'm impressed with the way you hit, but I'm more impressed right now.' He goes, 'Yeah, beer doesn't affect me. I don't get drunk unless I've had at least a case and a half.' I don't think he even went to the bathroom."
In 2015 the story was reexamined, Always Sunny In Philadelphia ran an episode honoring Boggs 64 beers on a flight. Wade plays a ghost of himself in the episode. Behind the scenes Boggs told the shows creator Charlie Day that he once drank 107 beers in a day.
So how exactly is this possible? The skeptics point to the fact that Boggs blood alcohol level would be too high to possibly drink that many beers. Those same skeptics forget to factor in alcohol tolerance into the equation. Maxim magazine called the statement "bullshit" in a recent article. Boggs' weight was 197 pounds, cans of Miller Lite are 12 ounces and contain 4.2% alcohol. He drank 64 cans of Miller Lite over a 4 hour flight. Taking into consideration his large tolerance level for alcohol you can't make a realistic estimate on his blood alcohol level. Critics say that much alcohol would kill anyone, however on their scale 40 beers would kill someone. In a recent interview with TMZ, the Chicken-Man finally admitted to drinking more than 100 beers in a day. His choice of beer? Miller Lite of course.
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