After they leaked on Twitter last week, ---
---the defending Eastern Conference Champion Boston Celtics officially revealed their new Bill Russell-inspired City Edition uniforms for the 2022-23 campaign in a touching tribute to the legacy of the 11-time champion (and the retroactive 1979 hashtag good guy of the year).
Not to be Mr. Dozie Downer, because I like the cursive "Celtics" font and details for Bill Russell, but the shade of green is a tad too dark for ya boi. It just isn't Celtic-y to me. It's more of a 90's Seattle SuperSonics or current Milwaukee Bucks vibe, but compared to past Celtics alternates, I think they're fine. They've certainly done worse. I loved last year's 75th anniversary greens, seen here by C's legend Joe Johnson.
I just can't believe the season starts tomorrow. That's what I'm genuinely concerned with—finishing the deal after losing the Finals with a 2-1 lead. I love uni talk (the Pats reds looked fantastic vs. the Lions) but to paraphrase a good friend of mine who once said this about 2008 Olympic Games star Shawn Johnson. "idc if he name is Doug, I'd still fuck her" after I was like yeah she's hot, but it's weird her name is Shawn in lunch or like 11th-grade social studies. I don't care what the Celtics are wearing; I'm still gonna be bleeding, crying, sweating, and cu*ming green all season long. It's all about 18 (even though I kinda hate that phrase because it's pretty Yankee-adjacent).
I haven't blogged about the Ime situation since blogging some emotional reactional takes, but if he's not a hashtag good guy, fuck him (not literally, that's probably what that horn dog would want!). My bad for being a product of the internet and giving out takes without all the facts in hopes that they'd garner clicks. All aboard the Mazzulla train (even though he's from Johnston...who I'll always hate for beating my high school football team in the 2008 playoffs). Actually, these kind look a little Hendricken-y. They could definitely have Mazzulla's finger prints on it (he went to Hendricken).
Whatever, it's all about 18. I'd like to see Grant Williams stay in whatever shade of green the C's are rocking past this season, but apparently, that's up in the air like Clooney in '09.
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Happy birthday Timelord. Please get healthy.
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Song: EDGING (2022) Artist: blink-182 "EDGING" has over 5.2 million views since it was uploaded to Youtube on Friday. Reunion tour tickets are making NYC rent look reasonable, but blink is back, and this song rocks. There's a special place in hell for people hating on this blink rebirth. We should applaud when bros put their differences behind them and reunite in the name of dick jokes and millions of dollars. Sure there's some low key Jonestown vibes at the end of the video, but that's okay. All that matters is blink is back; I can't wait to hear the whole album before the world ends!!
John Henry's greed (and lack of respect for the fans) ruined my childlike love of baseball. I've undoubtedly lost my fastball when it comes to knowing what's going on in the game; I watched maybe 50 innings all year (and that feels high), but I love the playoffs. There's nothing like the thrill and intensity of October baseball. Every pitch feels do or die. Insert cliche here.
Despite having no dog in the fight (just anybody but Houston, NYY, or the Dodgers) and a lack of 2022 storyline knowledge, I've watched a fair amount of the MLB playoffs. Even though they're on the brink of elimination, it's awesome to see Seattle back in the mix. I love that the field expanded to six teams. They're basically using the old NFL playoff format with 1 & 2 seeds getting byes. It's way better IMO than a one-game wildcard playoff after 162 games. I always thought that was kind of stupid. I still would've liked to see MLB eliminate divisions and seed based on overall record, but I understand why that's more of a Dozie pipe dream than a realistic potential change. So last night, I was watching Padres-Dodgers Game 2. I missed the first few innings; I think I tuned in like 4th, but what caught my attention was San Diego Padres reliever Robert Suárez, who pitched two scoreless innings.
This dude is a 31-year-old rookie that grinded his ass off to get to the big leagues. Down a game in the series, with starter Yu Darvish getting in a jam, Suárez came in and kept the Padres alive. Here's a little more backstory on his journey to the show.
When the announcers said, Suárez was a 31-year-old rookie; I felt seen. There are obvious parallels to my blogging journey, and frankly, his story inspired the fuck out of me. I mean, this is what playoff baseball is all about. There are the big-name guys who become legends, but every year it feels like some unknown guy steps up in a clutch spot, and last night that guy was Robert Suárez. Oh and he fucking shoves btw. 100+ mph HEAT.
It might be unfair to call Suárez unknown just because I didn't know who he was until last night (even though I watched the Mets series....well, I slept through 90% of Game 3), but he had a solid rookie year: 5-1, 2.27 ERA, 61 Ks in 47.2 innings over 45 appearances.
I didn't tune in until the 4th, but I was checked the box score during the game. Every time the Padres scored, the Dodgers answered right back, and it felt like the Dodgers were gonna find a way to win this game. They've dominated the Padres all year, winning the season series 14-5, but Suárez held the lead, cleaning up Yu's mess in the bottom of the 5th, then pitched out of his own jam the next inning.
Robert Suárez is living proof that it's never too late to give up on your dreams. You haven't failed until you officially quit. Suárez's first appearance in the Majors was a shit show. He didn't record an out, gave up three runs, and picked up the loss on Opening Day. He didn't give up. From there, Robert Suárez went on to have an outstanding rookie year. Last night he kept the Padres' playoff hopes alive in a dire situation. It's just an incredible story that I think many people can find inspiration in. I'm rooting for him and the Padres big time. I want to see Don Orsillio and Kyle Mooney happy. The Dodgers won 111 games this year to the Padres 89, so obviously, they're massive favorites in this best-of-5 NLDS matchup, but it's tied 1-1 going back to San Diego. It wouldn't be without the effort of a THIRTY-ONE-YEAR-OLD ROOKIE. As a narrative guy, I fucking love this story. Robert Suárez is my new favorite major leaguer. Fingers-crossed that he's a hashtag good guy. P.S. I love that he's number 75 too, people forget that would've been my HS football number it my school had both jerseys. Song: Poland (2022) Artist: Lil Yachty When I first heard this song I thought lil boat was talking about the Asian pan. P.S.
Happy Birthday to Emily and Enzo!
Congratulations on clicking this blog! Match time is soon, so let's make this quick. #DozVsTheDozen Season 2 premieres on my Instagram (@dozonlife) at 7:05 pm EST.
If you're unfamiliar with this under-the-radar internet tv show hit, essentially, I, Ole Dozo, compete against future Barstool Sports in trivia. I'm playing against two teams of three playing The Dozen. The rules for this new season of The Dozen are a little different, so the #DozVsTheDozen rules may need tweaking, but here are the rules I played under last year.
Last season, while playing alone, with no partners and at a 2-point disadvantage, I went a respectable 9-17-3. Tonight's official season starts with an exciting match between a new team, FLUX, and Team Minihane.
This is sort of a shotgun blog because I didn't think I'd be playing tonight due to a conflict, but I was able to push that back in the name of content. They'll be way more details as the season progresses, but for tonight, all you need to know is that #DozVsTheDozen is BACK and still available LIVE on my IG (@dozonlife). That's the only place on this planet you can catch live episodes of #DVTD. We love when viewers muck it up in the comments, but please no spoiling answers. Trivia is a game of integrity. Matches will be posted to my Youtube within 127 hours of airing. Can't wait to see you in the comment section! Show starts at 7:05 pm. #HireDozo
Tony Hawk Giving Kid Cudi Skateboarding Lessons is the Most Adorable Video You'll See Today10/11/2022
This isn't exactly the most profound take I've had in 7+ calendar years of blogging, but being rich and famous must be so fucking sick. Sure, you'll hear celebs complain about the lack of anonymity. "Wahhh, I can't go get a coffee without people who love me trying to talk to me for 30 seconds of their pathetic life." That must be a real pain in the ass, but the perks have to outweigh the downfalls....for example...
Today, Kid Cudi dropped a video of him skating for the first time in 17 years with the help of this dude TONY HAWK. You know, the greatest skateboarder of all time?
Imagine being like, "I need learn how to sink some free throws so my kids won't laugh at me," and Michael Jordan was like, "Son, I think I could help," or maybe you want to learn how to play piano to impress your spouse for your upcoming 35th anniversary and Sir Elton John came out of a rainbow rocket ship and showed you how to tickle the ivories? That's basically what Scott Mescudi got to experience here with Anthony Frank Hawk. Yeah, I'd trade that for being able to go into Stop & Shop without people taking pictures.
As someone who's always had an appreciation for skating but could never get past a standing still-holding-the-fence ollie (even at four bills, I can still ride like Rodney Mullen), I commend Cudi for getting out there and risking severe injury at 38 years young with the Birdman. He's gotta get a better stance to balance out his body weight, but I'm sure Tony's got all the pointers covered.
It's cliche AF, but it really is never too late to learn something new. Sure, we can't all get lessons from a GOAT, but this is a beautiful sight. Just two legends out here vibin' and ridin'. I love them both. It'd be pretty bad ass if Kid Cudi started doing kickflips and ollieing eight-sets with 40 around the corner.
With all the bull shit garbage content available with like 297 streaming services, someone's gotta make this is a show. I'd so watch 8-12 episodes of Tony Hawk teaching Kid Cudi and/or other celebrities how to skate. Fuck man, that's such a good idea. Will someone (Barstool Sport) please #HireDozo already!!!
OUR NON-DENOMINATIONAL PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED!!!! BLINK-182 IS BACK TOGETHER FOR THE KIDS, ADULTS AND EVERYBODY IN BETWEEN!!!!!
After years of will they or seriously, when the fuck will they? Cause they've been dancing around it forever, the real Blink-182 lineup (Mark Hoppus, Tom Delong and Travis Barker) that everybody loves is finally back, and they're hitting the road hard in 2023. Everybody's coming! And there's a new song out on Friday!
I hate this phrase because literally, all times are uncertain, but in these uncertain times, it's nice to get a win for everybody, as everybody loves Blink-182. Check out those openers too.
I'm so excited that I accidentally made "Anthem, Pt. 2" the SOD for a second time this year (2/2/22 and today), but all that matters is a small piece of our childhoods is returning. I don't care if that Travis is a Kardashian; THE seminal band of my formative years is back! It's a beautiful story of brotherhood and bag chasing that everybody can get behind. These guys have been fucking through it. Travis nearly died in a plane crash, Mark beat fucking cancer, and Tom is Tom. They belong together. Skiba was never my swag (although "She's Out of Her Mind" is great). I'm so excited they're back and touring (and still making the same 14 year old dick jokes). It's a truly awesome day for music and frankly, humanity in general. Hopefully the world is still around next year to finally see them live. P.S. Back in May, I wrote a blog about 10 bands that need to "grow up, reunite and tour again," and Blink was my #1 "grow up, reunite and tour again" band. Hopefully they're getting the ball rolling for other entries on that list. Double P.S. Me in Boston next May.
Song: Anthem, Pt. 2 (2001)
Artist: Blink-182 Album: Take Off Your Pants and Jacket
Today's SOD was originally gonna be "Poland" by Lil Yatchy but that got scrapped since the boys are finally back!! LET'S GOOOOOO!!! (more to come in an official blog)
I've been meaning to make this video for weeks; I finished A League of Their Own weeks ago. Ideally would've posted this like three hours ago, but ya boi is still learning the ins and outs of the Tok (and had a few real-life things to take care of since I posted today's SOD). I'd conservatively guess this took 700 takes. Speaking isn't always my swag and I wanted my hair to look decent. I finished one version like two hours ago, then lost everything and had to start over. There will definitely be more DOL TikTok content in the future; I enjoy making these videos. I just gotta figure out how to edit them better. When you mix certain effects, it takes away the editing and splicing features. It makes no sense to me; hopefully, I'll master it soon. I'm definitely willing to listen to pointers, so feel free to comment any TikTok advice or help!
#HireDozo
Song: New Mode (2022) Artist: Kid Cudi Album: Entergalactic I still need to see the Netflix special Cudi made for this album but I'm diggin this song. Dozie needs a new mode! |
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