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Title: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 08:08:46 am
I am curious to hear about what kind of Astros stuff people have bought after the series.  And if someone found something really cool and unusual, I'd love to hear about it.

So far, my purchases have been pretty routine.  I bought a hat and a shirt.  I also bought some commemorative stuff that the Chronicle was putting out, the special SI issue, and some stuff that Topps has on their site. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 07, 2017, 08:35:12 am
I have not purchased anything myself, but Mrs. Hawk bought a tshirt.  I have a feeling I'll have a few Astros-related items in my stocking at Christmas this year.  If I were to buy one thing right now, it would be one of those hats with the Trophy on the front, like the players wore in the parade.  Those are sweet lids. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: GreatBagwellsBeard on November 07, 2017, 08:59:52 am
I went to Academy about 5 minutes after the last out, and was there until 3:30am.  Line was boisterous and orderly.  Someone wandered over from HEB with a cart full of beer, and just handed them out.  The only thing they sold out of was the on-field hats.  Got a fistful of shirts, and a pennant.

I tried going to MMP on Thursday to see if it was any less crazy, but the line was all the way from the Union Station team store to 59.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 07, 2017, 09:01:25 am
my daughter (who makes ME look like a casual fan) has purchased a t shirt for the division series, a pennant t shirt, a ws shirt, a Astros won the ws shirt, a ws Christmas  ornament, a ws calendar, and a ws magnet. She is waiting for the family reunion trip to Houston next month to buy more when she makes a pilgrimage to MMPUS
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JJxvi on November 07, 2017, 09:13:09 am
I bought a hoodie and have a hat coming in the mail.

I also bought a couple of world series champions pint glasses, hopefully those can stand the test of time. Plus the beer never tasted so good.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 07, 2017, 09:14:15 am
Ordered the SI 2014 issue,  will get the 2 current issues hopefully without having to order them.

Ordered some stuff from MLB, can't remember all but Some hats, a Christmas ornament,  and I think a shirt.

Big purchase will be an authentic WS Home Springer jersey.

And as I told my wife Wednesday night,  it going be easy to Christmas shop for me this year.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: georgiasamba on November 07, 2017, 09:16:35 am
I customized a WS champs shirt with the number 17 and the name "Dilly Dilly"
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: doyce7 on November 07, 2017, 09:18:29 am
I customized a WS champs shirt with the number 17 and the name "Dilly Dilly"
I approve.

Dilly dilly!

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Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 09:28:35 am
I customized a WS champs shirt with the number 17 and the name "Dilly Dilly"

Okay.  That is awesome. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 09:29:09 am
Too bad I'm not in the market for a new bowling ball. 

https://www.bowlingball.com/products/bowling-balls/otb/13720/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItfzvsuOs1wIVk7fACh3xsw43EAQYASABEgKvB_D_BwE
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 07, 2017, 09:40:01 am
Too bad I'm not in the market for a new bowling ball. 

https://www.bowlingball.com/products/bowling-balls/otb/13720/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItfzvsuOs1wIVk7fACh3xsw43EAQYASABEgKvB_D_BwE

I don't bowl, but I may have to get that ball anyway.  That is awesome. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: georgiasamba on November 07, 2017, 09:42:26 am
Y'all feel free to copy. Plagiarism is the sincerest form of flattery. Dilly dilly!

I also ordered the christmas ornament. The white one so it will stand out on the tree.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on November 07, 2017, 10:00:19 am
Caps and shirts is all. An authentic jersey would be cool, but I don’t know who I would pick.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 07, 2017, 10:03:55 am
Caps and shirts is all. An authentic jersey would be cool, but I don’t know who I would pick.

You should have gotten that game-worn Verlander jersey.  Sure it was $4,000, but you only live once. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Waldo on November 07, 2017, 10:06:54 am
Two hoodies (one blue WS champs, another orange with the 80s logo) and a WS champs shirt.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 07, 2017, 10:08:10 am
Caps and shirts is all. An authentic jersey would be cool, but I don’t know who I would pick.

I decided before the series I'd pick the MVP if we won. Works out because for whatever reason I think Springer's 4 looks the best on the home jersies.

After the ALCS I was leaning heavily toward Verlander.  I'm not sure everyone (OWAers excerpted) appreciates how important he was to this team and that run.    So I could be talked into a JV. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on November 07, 2017, 10:13:47 am
You should have gotten that game-worn Verlander jersey.  Sure it was $4,000, but you only live once.

$5000, on sale for $4500. I was hoping you would buy it for me.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 10:22:34 am
The real "game-worn" Verlander memorabilia (NSFW).

http://hollywoodlife.com/2017/10/30/kate-upton-model-lingerie-justin-verlander-world-series/

Of course, its probably not a true report.

https://www.gossipcop.com/kate-upton-lingerie-justin-verlander-world-series-model/
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: The Spleen on November 07, 2017, 10:46:54 am
The only store that carried Astros WS gear in Lafayette was Lids, of all people. So only a hat (http://images.footballfanatics.com/FFImage/thumb.aspx?i=/productImages/_2965000/ff_2965141_full.jpg&w=500) for the moment. I'll probably order a couple of shirts this week.

And, in other news, the Dodgers, uh, dodged a bullet. If they had won they would be wearing championship caps in Giants colors.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Gizzmonic on November 07, 2017, 12:35:41 pm
I haven't bought anything yet, mainly because my mom went a little nuts and has bought me 8 t-shirts this postseason (and I doubt she is done). My favorite so far is the orange WS champs shirt.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 07, 2017, 12:35:41 pm
Got online the night of game 7 and got more than I️ should have (overzealous) but the main things I️ got were the hat and shirt, a WS program, a pint glass and a blue, H-Star hat with WS Champions on the side.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Duke on November 07, 2017, 01:05:58 pm
Nothing yet, but Christmas is coming.  I will be inundated.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 07, 2017, 01:13:02 pm
An authentic jersey would be cool, but I don’t know who I would pick.

I bought a white Springer jersey when I was there for a game in August. Was a tough decision but he's always been a favorite. Turned out OK I guess.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on November 07, 2017, 01:19:17 pm
I bought a white Springer jersey when I was there for a game in August. Was a tough decision but he's always been a favorite. Turned out OK I guess.

My favorite Astro after the smoke and confetti cleared was Morton. Go figure.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 07, 2017, 01:20:54 pm
My favorite Astro after the smoke and confetti cleared was Morton. Go figure.

That would be a perfect pick for you, coach.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: BudGirl on November 07, 2017, 01:25:38 pm
That would be a perfect pick for you, coach.

agreed
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 01:35:45 pm
My favorite Astro after the smoke and confetti cleared was Morton. Go figure.

I thought we were now referring to him as Iron Morton. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 07, 2017, 02:12:43 pm
My favorite Astro after the smoke and confetti cleared was Morton. Go figure.

One of the commemorative pictures I saw was a shot of  McCann jumping into Morton's arms.  I like it because both of those guys played so well.  Morton especially resonates because he seems so humble and humbled by the whole thing, like he didn't realize he was capable of being that good.

https://houston-chronicle.myshopify.com/products/h-crown-sports-front-from-november-2nd-high-gloss-frameable-poster-11x22 (https://houston-chronicle.myshopify.com/products/h-crown-sports-front-from-november-2nd-high-gloss-frameable-poster-11x22)

I also like the shot of Gattis in a tearful embrace with a teammate.   Get a little misty when I see it even now.

We picked a good group of guys to follow.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 07, 2017, 02:48:30 pm
The McCann/Morton thing was particularly cool because they were teammates in rookie ball with the Braves in 2002.

http://www.khou.com/sports/mlb/world-series/rookie-ball-to-world-series-handshake-connects-mccann-morton-1/486931294
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on November 07, 2017, 03:13:43 pm
One of the commemorative pictures I saw was a shot of  McCann jumping into Morton's arms.  I like it because both of those guys played so well.  Morton especially resonates because he seems so humble and humbled by the whole thing, like he didn't realize he was capable of being that good.

https://houston-chronicle.myshopify.com/products/h-crown-sports-front-from-november-2nd-high-gloss-frameable-poster-11x22 (https://houston-chronicle.myshopify.com/products/h-crown-sports-front-from-november-2nd-high-gloss-frameable-poster-11x22)

I also like the shot of Gattis in a tearful embrace with a teammate.   Get a little misty when I see it even now.

We picked a good group of guys to follow.

Gattis was hugging Beltran who also was crying.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 07, 2017, 04:10:51 pm
It was a awesome moment.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: believin on November 07, 2017, 08:35:02 pm
I bought 2 t-shirts (one long sleeved, one short sleeved) and a jacket.

I'm sure I'll receive more for Christmas too.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on November 07, 2017, 09:29:30 pm
Two shirts, one cap, one sheet of car stickers/decals, one window flag, and a license plate frame.. I want to get some of those 16 ounce glasses next.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: BlownRanger on November 08, 2017, 11:01:50 am

I also like the shot of Gattis in a tearful embrace with a teammate.   Get a little misty when I see it even now.

One of my favorite parts of the otherwise god-awful TV coverage of the Victory Parade was when they showed the mounted policemen getting selfies taken with Gattis and their horses.  Hilarious.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 08, 2017, 12:13:51 pm
One of my favorite parts of the otherwise god-awful TV coverage of the Victory Parade was when they showed the mounted policemen getting selfies taken with Gattis and their horses.  Hilarious.

If they ever remake Blazing Saddles Gattis should play Mongo.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 08, 2017, 01:35:16 pm
Add to the list of things I want but will not be buying:

https://www.macys.com/shop/product/waterford-houston-astros-2017-mlb-world-series-lismore-diamond-double-old-fashioned-pair?ID=5280812&CategoryID=65938#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D162%26ruleId%3D78%26kws%3Dastros%26searchPass%3DexactMultiMatch%26slotId%3D4

If anyone sees Astros shot glasses that are being sold for a reasonable price (not $30 for a set of two), please let me know.  Because this is just ridiculous.

https://www.fansedge.com/houston-astros-silver-2017-world-series-champions-2oz-shot-glass-set/p-2964937

Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Bench on November 08, 2017, 01:51:35 pm
World Series music box? (https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/128640001_houston-astros-2017-mlb-world-series.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Google%7CProductAds&cm_pla=&cm_ite=128640001&gclid=Cj0KCQiA84rQBRDCARIsAPO8RFxkIv-iECCfe5YrbWieT1H0Q2eXjo1quc9H9AdHHbJfDcdbaFjtTSwaAgioEALw_wcB)
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Texifornia on November 08, 2017, 02:32:22 pm
I thought we were now referring to him as Iron Morton.
"Iron" Charlie.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 08, 2017, 02:32:40 pm
World Series music box? (https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/128640001_houston-astros-2017-mlb-world-series.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Google%7CProductAds&cm_pla=&cm_ite=128640001&gclid=Cj0KCQiA84rQBRDCARIsAPO8RFxkIv-iECCfe5YrbWieT1H0Q2eXjo1quc9H9AdHHbJfDcdbaFjtTSwaAgioEALw_wcB)

If it played "Go Go Astros" that would be the Christmas gift of the year. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: David in Jackson on November 08, 2017, 03:45:08 pm
Game hat with WS logo on the side, program, sticker for car.  Coming up: shirt, pennant.  And that's before Christmas.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 09, 2017, 07:22:10 pm
For the wine drinking Astros fan in your life.

https://www.manoswine.com/mlb-wine/houston-astros/houston-astros-ws-champs

Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 11, 2017, 09:01:30 am
was watching kvue (austin) and they talked about the merchandise out there that is fake, misspellings to declaring the Astros world champs instead of  World Series champs.  I know this group is way to savvy  to buy a tshirt on sale somewhere on HWY 6, but I was amazed at the number of people who had. Almost as amazed at the amount of non Stranger coverage they are giving the Astros now they have earned the title.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 11, 2017, 09:08:47 am
Got an envelope yesterday from my wife's uncle: mailed us the Chronicle from the day after.

And for those of you who got the bowling ball:
https://www.bowlingball.com/products/accessories/otb/13721/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs-pin.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA3JrQBRBtEiwAN7cEGjUD4NU3RjQSjS3VDKgW8oKgIZ7CQVnkA_q07KARAGOqpGM4js80mBoCecEQAvD_BwE (https://www.bowlingball.com/products/accessories/otb/13721/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs-pin.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA3JrQBRBtEiwAN7cEGjUD4NU3RjQSjS3VDKgW8oKgIZ7CQVnkA_q07KARAGOqpGM4js80mBoCecEQAvD_BwE)
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ebby Calvin on November 13, 2017, 02:12:34 pm
Got an envelope yesterday from my wife's uncle: mailed us the Chronicle from the day after.

And for those of you who got the bowling ball:
https://www.bowlingball.com/products/accessories/otb/13721/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs-pin.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA3JrQBRBtEiwAN7cEGjUD4NU3RjQSjS3VDKgW8oKgIZ7CQVnkA_q07KARAGOqpGM4js80mBoCecEQAvD_BwE (https://www.bowlingball.com/products/accessories/otb/13721/mlb-houston-astros-2017-world-series-champs-pin.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA3JrQBRBtEiwAN7cEGjUD4NU3RjQSjS3VDKgW8oKgIZ7CQVnkA_q07KARAGOqpGM4js80mBoCecEQAvD_BwE)

They should be Dodgers pins.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 14, 2017, 10:01:11 am
Not specifically world series stuff, but ... wow!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Amazing-Departures-Houston-Astros-MLB-Baseball-Cremation-Urn-For-Ashes-or-Burial/152580768696?hash=item238685c3b8:g:isgAAOSwnK9ZPB27
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 14, 2017, 12:53:55 pm
Free shipping,  40% off at the mlb shop.   

Ends tonight.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 14, 2017, 01:38:34 pm
Not specifically world series stuff, but ... wow!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Amazing-Departures-Houston-Astros-MLB-Baseball-Cremation-Urn-For-Ashes-or-Burial/152580768696?hash=item238685c3b8:g:isgAAOSwnK9ZPB27

Does that include the price of the cremation?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 14, 2017, 06:17:03 pm
Does that include the price of the cremation?

It is their most modest priced receptacle. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 14, 2017, 06:50:24 pm
It is their most modest priced receptacle.

I guess I better send my children that link.  Otherwise I may end up in a rusty coffee can. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Mr. Appropriate on November 14, 2017, 07:34:50 pm
Not specifically world series stuff, but ... wow!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Amazing-Departures-Houston-Astros-MLB-Baseball-Cremation-Urn-For-Ashes-or-Burial/152580768696?hash=item238685c3b8:g:isgAAOSwnK9ZPB27
Maybe the team can use that in their ceremony for beltran's bat.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Aussie Astro on November 15, 2017, 02:32:52 am
It is their most modest priced receptacle.
Fuck it Dude, let's go bowling!
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: georgiasamba on November 15, 2017, 11:03:07 am
The QA/QC at the mlb shop is not what I'd like it to be. I ordered the grey WS champs shirt online because I couldn't find it in Austin.  The trophy is misaligned. My Houston Strong shirt also had the same problem. I'll live with it, but I'm irked.
My dilly dilly shirt has not arrived yet so I'm hoping and praying it is not also screwed up.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: GreatBagwellsBeard on November 16, 2017, 09:05:22 am
The QA/QC at the mlb shop is not what I'd like it to be. I ordered the grey WS champs shirt online because I couldn't find it in Austin.  The trophy is misaligned. My Houston Strong shirt also had the same problem. I'll live with it, but I'm irked.
My dilly dilly shirt has not arrived yet so I'm hoping and praying it is not also screwed up.

Had a similar experience.  My gear arrived fine, but the shipping label was hand-written and the box was poorly taped together.  For a site that no doubt does tens of millions of revenue, it was shockingly rinky dink.  It looked like I'd bought something from eBay.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 16, 2017, 09:12:01 am
Had a similar experience.  My gear arrived fine, but the shipping label was hand-written and the box was poorly taped together.  For a site that no doubt does tens of millions of revenue, it was shockingly rinky dink.  It looked like I'd bought something from eBay.

Every time I buy a tractor part off of eBay, it come professionally packaged and labeled. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 16, 2017, 09:19:36 am
Every time I buy a tractor part off of eBay, it come professionally packaged and labeled. 

Of course. Tractor parts is classy business.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Limey on November 16, 2017, 09:19:55 am
The QA/QC at the mlb shop is not what I'd like it to be. I ordered the grey WS champs shirt online because I couldn't find it in Austin.  The trophy is misaligned. My Houston Strong shirt also had the same problem. I'll live with it, but I'm irked.
My dilly dilly shirt has not arrived yet so I'm hoping and praying it is not also screwed up.

Probably because MLB had to rush to have Astros shirts printed given that they're were supposed to lose to NYY.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 16, 2017, 09:37:53 am
Of course. Tractor parts is classy business.

Mail order tractor parts classy?

More like high falootin'.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 16, 2017, 09:43:13 am
Had a similar experience.  My gear arrived fine, but the shipping label was hand-written and the box was poorly taped together.  For a site that no doubt does tens of millions of revenue, it was shockingly rinky dink.  It looked like I'd bought something from eBay.

My hat and pennant arrived yesterday.  The hat was fine.  But the pennant is just poorly made and the trophy is hardly visible with the orange background.  Everything just looks better on the website.

So, I just ordered this shirt on Etsy.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/568509615/houston-astros-inspired-world-series?ref=shop_home_active_2

Someone please take away my credit card. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Limey on November 16, 2017, 09:56:45 am
Someone please take away my credit card.

Give me the number and the security code on the back, and I'll solve your "available credit" problem.

You're welcome.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 16, 2017, 10:05:08 am
Give me the number and the security code on the back, and I'll solve your "available credit" problem.

You're welcome.

I think you'll need the expiration date too. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 16, 2017, 10:13:26 am
After the ALCS I bought a World Series shirt that the printing is a bit off-center. I'm not too concerned as everything else I've received is in good shape.

I have a pennant on the way and it better not be shit.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 16, 2017, 10:28:46 am
has anyone seen the keepsake hallmark ornament. fixen to be an all Astros Christmas tree in this house.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Bench on November 16, 2017, 10:36:32 am
has anyone seen the keepsake hallmark ornament. fixen to be an all Astros Christmas tree in this house.

I thought this one (https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/129097001_2017-mlb-world-series-champions-houston.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Google%7CProductAds&cm_pla=&cm_ite=129097001&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi7XQBRDnARIsANeLIevyaSvYIlC972PBGZliX5iE8uDCUJ8WrjTR7rkfB0aqylBYf4W5AiIaAo2pEALw_wcB) was suitably over the top.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: GreatBagwellsBeard on November 16, 2017, 10:44:38 am
My "Crush City" shirt from 2015 is seriously off-center, too.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 16, 2017, 10:59:43 am
I thought this one (https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/129097001_2017-mlb-world-series-champions-houston.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Google%7CProductAds&cm_pla=&cm_ite=129097001&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi7XQBRDnARIsANeLIevyaSvYIlC972PBGZliX5iE8uDCUJ8WrjTR7rkfB0aqylBYf4W5AiIaAo2pEALw_wcB) was suitably over the top.

That is going on my Christmas wish list. Awesomeness.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 16, 2017, 11:00:47 am
has anyone seen the keepsake hallmark ornament. fixen to be an all Astros Christmas tree in this house.

Link? The link is missing.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 16, 2017, 11:30:25 am
My hat and pennant arrived yesterday.  The hat was fine.  But the pennant is just poorly made and the trophy is hardly visible with the orange background.  Everything just looks better on the website.
.

Which pennant?   They've got 1 oriented vertically and I've seen others going horizontally.

My hat was also good.  Only issue is 'one size fits most' means a too tight fit for me but I figured that would be the case. I'll just clip the elastic in a few places.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 16, 2017, 01:13:36 pm
https://www.hallmark.com/ornaments/keepsake-ornaments/houston-astros-2017-world-series-ornament-2495QHE1892.html




link for WS hallmark ornament
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 16, 2017, 01:24:56 pm
If you like your Astros with animal print.

https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/starter-black-label-uo-houston-astros-cheetah-coach-jacket?category=mens-clothing-sale&color=040
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on November 16, 2017, 02:50:04 pm
https://www.hallmark.com/ornaments/keepsake-ornaments/houston-astros-2017-world-series-ornament-2495QHE1892.html




link for WS hallmark ornament

When Mrs. Hawk saw that, she rushed out to order hers.  She has well over a thousand Hallmark ornaments.  That is no exaggeration. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 16, 2017, 03:09:07 pm
glad to help
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Waldo on November 16, 2017, 03:43:17 pm
None of the "ships no later than November 15" stuff that I ordered has shipped yet.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 16, 2017, 03:45:27 pm
Which pennant? 

https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-houston-astros-houston-astros-wincraft-2017-world-series-champions-12-x-30-on-field-celebration-premium-pennant/o-1254+t-36338674+p-79982870636+z-9-3812472149
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Jacksonian on November 16, 2017, 03:52:56 pm
https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-houston-astros-houston-astros-wincraft-2017-world-series-champions-12-x-30-on-field-celebration-premium-pennant/o-1254+t-36338674+p-79982870636+z-9-3812472149

I can barely see the trophy in that pic.  Good luck.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 16, 2017, 03:57:02 pm
That’s not the one I ordered. Whew.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 16, 2017, 04:01:05 pm
I can barely see the trophy in that pic.  Good luck.

That's what I'm saying.  And in real life, its even worse.  So I'm going to have to get another pennant.  What galls me is that the other pennants are a lot more expensive. 

I'm thinking about this one:

http://www.mlbshop.com/Houston_Astros_Gear/Houston_Astros_WinCraft_2017_World_Series_Champions_17_x_40_Player_Premium_Pennant

 

Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 16, 2017, 04:30:43 pm
The best thing about MLB Shop is the return policy. I’ll be sending a few things back.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: BudGirl on November 16, 2017, 04:32:28 pm
I have a feeling there will be some items at the MMP shop if anyone comes to Houston.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 16, 2017, 04:44:33 pm
For other wall hanging stuff,  chron.com had some good looking stuff.   Look in the chron shop section,  under 'Astros'.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on November 16, 2017, 08:17:26 pm
Has anyone picked-up their World Champs grillz yet?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on November 16, 2017, 08:42:25 pm
Has anyone picked-up their World Champs grillz yet?

You think that's what HH was talking about in the B&Q thread?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 16, 2017, 08:54:01 pm
Has anyone picked-up their World Champs grillz yet?

Mine's on order, but a bunch of my work colleagues have theirs already. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on November 16, 2017, 09:46:19 pm
Mine's on order, but a bunch of my work colleagues have theirs already.
That is so cool.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 16, 2017, 09:59:58 pm
That is so cool.

Me:  The orange whoopass folk are thrilled with all the gauche world series stuff.

Kris:  Gauche?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: chuck on November 16, 2017, 10:57:25 pm
Mine's on order, but a bunch of my work colleagues have theirs already.

I hope you guys aren't litigators. I mean, I love grillz like anyone but let's face it, diction does suffer.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 20, 2017, 04:56:49 pm
I may need this under my Christmas tree

 https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/918088_houston-astros-mlb-express-electric-train.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Bing|ProductAds&cm_pla=BEX&cm_ite=918088&msclkid=cc03c67f376915937a469c6c6a6938dd&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping%20-%20MLB&utm_term=4583245501752203&utm_content=World%20Series%202017%20-%20Astros
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 20, 2017, 05:08:25 pm
I may need this under my Christmas tree

 https://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/918088_houston-astros-mlb-express-electric-train.html?cm_ven=GPS&cm_cat=Bing|ProductAds&cm_pla=BEX&cm_ite=918088&msclkid=cc03c67f376915937a469c6c6a6938dd&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping%20-%20MLB&utm_term=4583245501752203&utm_content=World%20Series%202017%20-%20Astros

I wonder if it only goes back and forth on a three-foot piece straight-a-way?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 20, 2017, 05:43:54 pm
I wonder what the strangest thing that has the Astros WS stamp on it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Bench on November 20, 2017, 05:46:40 pm
I wonder what the strangest thing that has the Astros WS stamp on it.

http://content.wfaa.com/photo/2017/08/28/USATSI_10232897%20_OP_1_CP__1503932598520_10488648_ver1.0.jpg
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 20, 2017, 11:09:44 pm
http://content.wfaa.com/photo/2017/08/28/USATSI_10232897%20_OP_1_CP__1503932598520_10488648_ver1.0.jpg

Winner!
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 20, 2017, 11:11:24 pm
I wonder if it only goes back and forth on a three-foot piece straight-a-way?

I did not see Bobby Dynamite in there.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: homer on November 21, 2017, 08:19:59 am
https://www.click2houston.com/sports/been-waiting-to-relive-astros-2017-world-series-run-your-time-has-come
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 21, 2017, 09:14:03 am
jealous in Austin
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 21, 2017, 02:29:40 pm
which of you stood in line? 

http://m.mlb.com/news/article/262248750/al-mvp-jose-altuve-cheered-by-astros-fans/
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 21, 2017, 04:34:21 pm
Daughter Kathy been digging out here Altuve autographs, maybe 5 if you count the autographed card at a Academy signing 4 or 5 years ago.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on November 26, 2017, 03:37:01 pm
Did any of you order the "front page" from the Chronicle from the day-after? It is supposedly a glossy "suitable for framing".  Wife ordered it and they charged our account November 3rd and that's the last we have heard from them.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on November 26, 2017, 05:02:54 pm
Did any of you order the "front page" from the Chronicle from the day-after? It is supposedly a glossy "suitable for framing".  Wife ordered it and they charged our account November 3rd and that's the last we have heard from them.

On 11/3 I ordered a copy of the paper and the book they published but I haven't received anything yet. I checked my confirmation email and there is tracking info for the shipment from 11/22 but it hasn't gotten to the post office yet.

Check you confirmation email to see if there's any word.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on November 26, 2017, 05:33:39 pm
have one of the original , let me know if its worth the cost
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Bench on November 27, 2017, 11:25:26 am
The Astros got some nice walking-around money as part of their playoff shares: (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2017/11/27/2017-postseason-shares-announced/)

Houston Astros (Share of Players’ Pool: $30,420,155.57; value of each of full share: $438,901.57) – The Astros issued 60 full shares, a total of 9.23 partial shares and four cash awards;
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: PCOL2000 on November 27, 2017, 01:06:35 pm
Did any of you order the "front page" from the Chronicle from the day-after? It is supposedly a glossy "suitable for framing".  Wife ordered it and they charged our account November 3rd and that's the last we have heard from them.

I was still a bit drunk and ordered the Glossy front page, the entire paper and then went to SI and ordered the original 2014 WS issue.  got the glossy front page, but not paper or the magazine yet.  I remember seeing something about high volume sales and shipping may take a bit longer than normal.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: toddthebod on November 27, 2017, 02:17:05 pm
I also ordered stuff from the Chron and from SI and have not yet received any of it. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Navin R Johnson on November 29, 2017, 07:50:46 am
https://skyboxpress.com/products/astros?variant=136864235523

Just ordered this.  Promo code History gets you $10 off.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Bench on November 29, 2017, 08:23:44 am
https://skyboxpress.com/products/astros?variant=136864235523

Just ordered this.  Promo code History gets you $10 off.

Thanks for the tip.  Just ordered one as well.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on November 29, 2017, 08:35:28 am
Puro Pinche Astros (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3x5ft-Promotion-Champion-PURO-PINCHE-ASTROS-Houston-Astros-Flag-with-Grommets/32839114374.html?spm=2114.search0104.0.0.vYOu6x) banner.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on November 29, 2017, 10:32:33 am
Puro Pinche Astros (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3x5ft-Promotion-Champion-PURO-PINCHE-ASTROS-Houston-Astros-Flag-with-Grommets/32839114374.html?spm=2114.search0104.0.0.vYOu6x) banner.

I suspect that might offend some of my neighbors. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: georgiasamba on December 02, 2017, 01:19:25 pm
fyi... site wide sale on mlb.com
everything 25-50% off today.
 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on December 02, 2017, 02:49:56 pm
Got my 2014 SI in the mail yesterday.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on December 03, 2017, 09:06:45 am
Got my copy of the 11/2 Chron and their book in yesterday's mail.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: homer on December 04, 2017, 12:13:48 pm
The 2017 World Series: Astros vs. Dodgers
TONIGHT, 9:00 PM ON FS1, 2 HRS 2017

Astros vs. Dodgers
Chronicling baseball's dramatic seven-game Fall Classic between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros, the first matchup of 100-win teams since 1970.


This was on the other day and I saw it for a few seconds. They were playing WS clips and interviewing the players, etc. It looked a little bit better than a clip show.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 04, 2017, 01:56:30 pm
Thanks. I've set it to record.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on December 04, 2017, 09:29:04 pm
Just finished the FS1 show.  Overall well done.  Some extra camera angles not available on the broadcasts a la NFL films and some cool behind the scenes clips.

Springer in BP before game 2 was particularly cool.

And (SpoilerAlert) the celebration after game 7 was so cool.  Lots of I love you's.

Many,  many more cool moments. Only complaint is game 5 got a little compressed but understandable considering time constraints. Game 5 deserves its own documentary anyway.





Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on December 05, 2017, 07:35:37 am
Damn, I forgot to record this. If anyone sees it will run again, please post an alert.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Navin R Johnson on December 05, 2017, 08:59:36 am
Just finished the FS1 show.  Overall well done.  Some extra camera angles not available on the broadcasts a la NFL films and some cool behind the scenes clips. 

My favorite was the segment on the last out of game 7.   The shot from behind Altuve is one I hadn't ever seen.  I have watched the replay of the last out about 7,393 times, Altuve fielding the ball, cocking the ball and firing the it to Yuli, then Yuli putting hands on head mouth agape.   From the angle behind Altuve you see Yuli's mouth WIDE OPEN as soon as Altuve releases the ball.  Also the setup to that last out, with Hinch running down exactly what he was thinking, running through every player in the field and their positioning and just needing  one more damn out.   
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 05, 2017, 10:21:57 am
Damn, I forgot to record this. If anyone sees it will run again, please post an alert.

We had a thunderstorm in Metroplex last night that coincided with this show. After Game 2 I completely lost picture because I have DirectfuckingTV. I've searched the network FS1 schedule through the listings posted and can't find it. Will post if I see it listed.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on December 05, 2017, 10:48:47 am
My favorite was the segment on the last out of game 7.   The shot from behind Altuve is one I hadn't ever seen.  I have watched the replay of the last out about 7,393 times, Altuve fielding the ball, cocking the ball and firing the it to Yuli, then Yuli putting hands on head mouth agape.   From the angle behind Altuve you see Yuli's mouth WIDE OPEN as soon as Altuve releases the ball.  Also the setup to that last out, with Hinch running down exactly what he was thinking, running through every player in the field and their positioning and just needing  one more damn out.

Ha. I rewatched that cut too.  Loved it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: homer on December 05, 2017, 11:20:18 am
We had a thunderstorm in Metroplex last night that coincided with this show. After Game 2 I completely lost picture because I have DirectfuckingTV. I've searched the network FS1 schedule through the listings posted and can't find it. Will post if I see it listed.

Impossible.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 05, 2017, 11:38:19 am
Impossible.

The DirectTV part?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: homer on December 05, 2017, 11:47:12 am
The DirectTV part?

Sure. Faulty install.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 05, 2017, 12:28:20 pm
Sure. Faulty install.

Then it has been faultly installed several times, 100% of the time over the years.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on December 05, 2017, 01:18:36 pm
Read online that this show is the official MLB video that will be released on dvd soon so if you missed it all is not lost.

Hopefully FS1 will re-air it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on December 05, 2017, 03:37:21 pm
Jim wish i still had my vcr that sat on top of another vcr  so I could send you a recording
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on December 06, 2017, 08:41:09 pm
So tonight is Kris's book club, so I was looking for something to watch on tv and the MLB world series video was on sale on Apple tv.  I bought.

Is it as good as the Series?  Naw.  Is it pretty good?  If you get through that without either joy or tears or both, I'll buy the beer.  But you'll have to drink it on your own because I surely don't want anything to do with you.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 07, 2017, 07:39:54 am
So tonight is Kris's book club, so I was looking for something to watch on tv and the MLB world series video was on sale on Apple tv.  I bought.

Is it as good as the Series?  Naw.  Is it pretty good?  If you get through that without either joy or tears or both, I'll buy the beer.  But you'll have to drink it on your own because I surely don't want anything to do with you.

I still get misty-eyed watching replays at certain points.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Reuben on December 07, 2017, 03:06:15 pm
So tonight is Kris's book club, so I was looking for something to watch on tv and the MLB world series video was on sale on Apple tv.  I bought.

Is it as good as the Series?  Naw.  Is it pretty good?  If you get through that without either joy or tears or both, I'll buy the beer.  But you'll have to drink it on your own because I surely don't want anything to do with you.
Thanks, Neil. It hadn't occurred to me to search for this. Since we no longer bother hooking up a DVD player to the TV (and don't own a BlueRay), I wasn't sure whether to buy a copy or not. But we have Apple TV, so that's perfect.

Now, I just have to decide whether to rent it or buy it...
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on December 07, 2017, 03:16:31 pm
Thanks, Neil. It hadn't occurred to me to search for this. Since we no longer bother hooking up a DVD player to the TV (and don't own a BlueRay), I wasn't sure whether to buy a copy or not. But we have Apple TV, so that's perfect.

Now, I just have to decide whether to rent it or buy it...

I think it was $3.99 to rent, $9.99 to buy.  I suspect I'll watch it again, so I'm glad I bought. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on December 11, 2017, 02:38:16 pm
got the WS hallmark ornament today. Good quality ..love it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Waldo on December 11, 2017, 05:30:28 pm
My 2014 SI and the WS cover print arrived today. Haven’t gotten the special issue yet.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on December 11, 2017, 06:25:17 pm
Jim wish i still had my vcr that sat on top of another vcr  so I could send you a recording
Is it Beta or VHS? If you have the superior technology of the Beta system, I would like a copy too, please.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Aussie Astro on December 12, 2017, 05:32:22 am
Well my ship finally came in, a variety of shirts and other items.  A little disappointed that the handle of the coffee mug was broken but wtf, I can always get another one.  Guess who is the best dressed Astros fan in Murrin Murrin this week?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on December 12, 2017, 03:39:40 pm
Well my ship finally came in, a variety of shirts and other items.  A little disappointed that the handle of the coffee mug was broken but wtf, I can always get another one.  Guess who is the best dressed Astros fan in Murrin Murrin this week?

Heck,  you can claim the entire southern hemisphere.

Dilly dilly.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on December 20, 2017, 01:14:57 pm
Have any of you that ordered something post-Series from SI actually received it? I ordered the issue just after the WS ended and have not rec'd it nor do they respond to any inquiries at their "Customer Service" phone. There is a reason I put Customer Service in quotes as it is a fucking joke. I have also written to their "Customer Service" email and they don't respond.  I suspect they farm all of this out to a 4th World Country. Just wondering if anyone has actually rec'd what you paid for. I will stick a fork in my eye before buying anything from jokers again.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Waldo on December 20, 2017, 01:20:37 pm
Have any of you that ordered something post-Series from SI actually received it? I ordered the issue just after the WS ended and have not rec'd it nor do they respond to any inquiries at their "Customer Service" phone. There is a reason I put Customer Service in quotes as it is a fucking joke. I have also written to their "Customer Service" email and they don't respond.  I suspect they farm all of this out to a 4th World Country. Just wondering if anyone has actually rec'd what you paid for. I will stick a fork in my eye before buying anything from jokers again.

My World Series magazine, the 2014 magazine, and print of the 2014 cover, came last week.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on December 20, 2017, 01:34:28 pm
I received the 2014 reprint but am waiting on another order.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: austro on December 20, 2017, 02:09:33 pm
My World Series magazine, the 2014 magazine, and print of the 2014 cover, came last week.

We ordered the WS issue and the 2014 reprint during the week after the WS and received both within a couple of weeks. I'm beginning to think we got unusually lucky.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Fredia on December 22, 2017, 01:36:43 pm
ws calender really good quality , no verlander month tho
able to get world series ornament for half price in jcp.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Aussie Astro on December 30, 2017, 03:48:01 pm
Perth Heat 2 - 0 in games when I wear my new JV shirt, so that's pretty good.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Duke on January 02, 2018, 11:03:39 am
I got 2 WS Champs hoddies just in time for the freeze.  Also a sweet cap and another tee.  I guess I was good this year.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on January 13, 2018, 12:37:54 pm
I finally got my WS Documentary Bluray/DVD combo. I ordered it on 11/2 when obviously it hadn't been created yet so it's nice to finally have it.

A nice feature is the ability to download a digital copy to play on your computer, phone or tablet.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Astros Fan in Big D on January 13, 2018, 06:01:04 pm
I finally got my WS Documentary Bluray/DVD combo. I ordered it on 11/2 when obviously it hadn't been created yet so it's nice to finally have it.

A nice feature is the ability to download a digital copy to play on your computer, phone or tablet.

I saw one set that included the games on dvd. Was that what you got?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 13, 2018, 06:56:35 pm
I saw one set that included the games on dvd. Was that what you got?

No. Talking about the documentary MLB did. One BluRay or DVD.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on January 13, 2018, 08:22:19 pm
I saw one set that included the games on dvd. Was that what you got?

No, the 8 DVD/Blu-ray is different. The one I got is the documentary that aired on MLB earlier. It has some extras too, like season highlights, milestones, etc.

I thought about getting the games package but i already have movies of all the games I want to see (the wins).
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 13, 2018, 08:25:48 pm
No, the 8 DVD/Blu-ray is different. The one I got is the documentary that aired on MLB earlier. It has some extras too, like season highlights, milestones, etc.

I thought about getting the games package but i already have movies of all the games I want to see (the wins).

The great thing about the 8 disc set is you can watch with TV or radio audio.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on January 13, 2018, 08:36:01 pm
The great thing about the 8 disc set is you can watch with TV or radio audio.

I’m still considering it. I’d love to see the games with Ford and Sparky.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 13, 2018, 08:37:25 pm
I’m still considering it. I’d love to see the games with Ford and Sparky.

Do it
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on January 13, 2018, 08:39:07 pm
I can't believe you people are wasting your money on an 8 dvd set so you can watch the games with different announcers.  Incredibly stupid.

Where'd you get it?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 13, 2018, 08:43:07 pm
I can't believe you people are wasting your money on an 8 dvd set so you can watch the games with different announcers.  Incredibly stupid.

Where'd you get it?

mlb.com
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on January 13, 2018, 08:52:06 pm
mlb.com

I'm sure Kris wants this for our anniversary next week. 
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 13, 2018, 08:55:14 pm
I'm sure Kris wants this for our anniversary next week.

Nothing says Love like the Astros Collectors Edition
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on January 14, 2018, 01:45:34 pm
Nothing says Love like the Astros Collectors Edition

World Championships are forever.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: subnuclear on January 14, 2018, 07:57:57 pm
The great thing about the 8 disc set is you can watch with TV or radio audio.

Sold. Can't wait to get it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: cougar on January 15, 2018, 02:06:54 am
Speaking of (kinda), has anyone gotten their Blu-Ray yet?  I ordered in about 15 minutes after the series ended and it's the only thing that I haven't gotten yet.  Don't know if they haven't finished production or if I just haven't gotten mine.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on January 15, 2018, 05:11:17 am
Speaking of (kinda), has anyone gotten their Blu-Ray yet?  I ordered in about 15 minutes after the series ended and it's the only thing that I haven't gotten yet.  Don't know if they haven't finished production or if I just haven't gotten mine.

If you're talking about the Documentary Bluray then yes, I received mine on Saturday. I also ordered mine directly following the series and only just received it.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on January 15, 2018, 06:36:14 am
I own a blue ray player, and have never once used it. I assumed it was an outdated technology. May have to get this one and give the player a go.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 15, 2018, 07:56:12 am
I own a blue ray player, and have never once used it. I assumed it was an outdated technology. May have to get this one and give the player a go.

The documentary is outstanding.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on January 15, 2018, 09:45:30 am
If you're talking about the Documentary Bluray then yes, I received mine on Saturday. I also ordered mine directly following the series and only just received it.

Is this the 2-hr. documentary that was originally aired on FOXSPORTS1 and is now in rotation on MLB network? If so, my only complaint is that it was only two hours. It's excellent.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 15, 2018, 10:17:53 am
Is this the 2-hr. documentary that was originally aired on FOXSPORTS1 and is now in rotation on MLB network? If so, my only complaint is that it was only two hours. It's excellent.

MLB’s official documentary of the 2017 WS.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on January 15, 2018, 10:38:09 am
Is this the 2-hr. documentary that was originally aired on FOXSPORTS1 and is now in rotation on MLB network? If so, my only complaint is that it was only two hours. It's excellent.

The one. What's worse is, without commercials it runs right at 90 minutes.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Reuben on January 15, 2018, 02:33:18 pm
The one. What's worse is, without commercials it runs right at 90 minutes.
Just re-watched this today with my two-year-old son. We both loved it, although only one of us kept gettin' all teary-eyed.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on January 15, 2018, 02:46:26 pm
Just re-watched this today with my two-year-old son. We both loved it, although only one of us kept gettin' all teary-eyed.

Reuben...how did you become an Astros fan? Are you an ex-pat? Only asking since you don't live in this neck-0f-the-woods.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Reuben on January 15, 2018, 07:38:00 pm
Reuben...how did you become an Astros fan? Are you an ex-pat? Only asking since you don't live in this neck-0f-the-woods.
I was born in Houston. My family had lived there for 6 years or so, but moved back to North Carolina when I was a month old - my dad had finished law school at U of H and got a job in NC.

So my dad, not having any strong prior franchise affiliations, had become a big Astros fan while they were living in Texas. I started really getting into baseball in 1986, when I was 7. Pretty good timing to fall in love with the Astros. Through the years it's been a big thing for my dad and me.

A lot of baseball fans in NC became Braves fans, or Cubs fans, because those were the only teams you could watch regularly on TV when I was growing up. Suffice to say, aside from liking Ryne Sandberg I never gave a fuck about either team.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: juliogotay on January 15, 2018, 11:01:36 pm
Thanks for the story. One thing baseball can occasionally  be great at is bringing fathers and sons together. Even when sometimes it seems like it is the only thing you have in common. I wish my dad had been here for this great ride. It will give us something to talk about when I join him.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: JimR on January 16, 2018, 05:56:16 am
Thanks for the story. One thing baseball can occasionally  be great at is bringing fathers and sons together. Even when sometimes it seems like it is the only thing you have in common. I wish my dad had been here for this great ride. It will give us something to talk about when I join him.

Mark and I saw five of these games together: NYY 1 and 2 and LAD 3, 4, and 5. He had unavoidable conflicts for the other four in Houston or would have seen all nine home games with me. We watched LAD 1, 2, 6, and 7 together on TV. Game 5 for me, as it was for most everyone, was an unforgettable experience, which was much more meaningful for me because we shared it. I think he and I have more in common than the Astros, but this season and those postseason days were so much more special for me because the two of us shared the moments then and in many conversations since. He does not talk about such things with me, but when my life nears its end, I will consider these days among the best I spent with a son who has never been anything but a joy.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on January 21, 2018, 12:31:03 pm
So the wife picked up a bottle of this (https://www.manoswine.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/790bb9cb46c431c1e54dab150582a452/a/s/astros_worldseries-champs/www.manoswine.com-HOUA5-34.jpg) today.  On display until the Astros win another title.  Hopefully, soon.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on January 21, 2018, 01:01:06 pm
So the wife picked up a bottle of this (https://www.manoswine.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/790bb9cb46c431c1e54dab150582a452/a/s/astros_worldseries-champs/www.manoswine.com-HOUA5-34.jpg) today.  On display until the Astros win another title.  Hopefully, soon.
I need one of those. Where did she get it?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Navin R Johnson on January 21, 2018, 01:27:27 pm
https://www.manoswine.com/mlb-wine/houston-astros
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: HudsonHawk on January 21, 2018, 01:28:01 pm
I need one of those. Where did she get it?

She got it at Kroger, but you can order them online.  They're 50 bucks, though.  I'm sure that's 6 bucks for the wine and 44 for the commemorative bottle.  If you buy 10 bottles at Kroger (and who ever buys less than 10 bottles of wine at a time), you get a 10% discount.

https://www.manoswine.com/mlb-wine/houston-astros
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: das on January 21, 2018, 01:56:59 pm
https://www.manoswine.com/mlb-wine/houston-astros

Just ordered. Very, very cool. With deference to the BBG’s, we’ll all be cracking these open in early November 2018...
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: GreatBagwellsBeard on January 22, 2018, 12:17:05 pm
They've got some WS Champagne at HEB too.  Bargain at $30.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on February 03, 2018, 06:05:33 pm
Man, I just got the 8-Bluray World Series Collector's Edition. Holy shit, it's awesome.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Knoxbanedoodle on February 03, 2018, 09:34:20 pm
Man, I just got the 8-Bluray World Series Collector's Edition. Holy shit, it's awesome.

Is this available digitally? Or will it be?
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: Ty in Tampa on February 04, 2018, 07:00:36 am
Is this available digitally? Or will it be?

It didn't come with a digital download card like the Documentary did and I haven't seen any options for digital download.

I'm in the process of making disc images of the Blurays so I can watch on my laptop when I'm traveling.
Title: Re: world series stuff
Post by: NeilT on February 12, 2018, 11:14:36 am
If like me you could never quite work out your MLB password at the same time you wanted to order the 7-disk blue ray set, it's available on Amazon for $50.  https://www.amazon.com/Houston-Astros-World-Collectors-Blu-ray/dp/B075DSL4BC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1518455640&sr=8-3&keywords=astros+world+series+2017