Paul77

I'm sure he means July.

I assume your a 20 game or more season ticket holder as well, because I didn't get one either. I called my season ticket rep after I heard about the letter and he told me that only 9 game holders got the letter. The letter also mentions that 9 game holders have until July 2nd to upgrade their ticket packages. Also I did a bit more digging and found that last year the Cardinals offered only 3,000 tickets to the public for their post season games. The Dodgers & Mets, on the other hand pre-sold more than 10,000 tickets. Of course, The Dodger & Mets have stadiums with much larger seating capacities that Busch & Miller Park. As for prices, MLB sets a "suggested price range" for playoff tickets. Last year, that meant as much as $250 a piece.

Well, here's what I know for sure. 9 game season ticket holders will get the chance to buy one ticket for every one seat they hold as a season ticker holder for one game in both the Divisional Series and the NLCS. 9 game ticket holders will not be offered World Series tickets. 20 game - 81 game ticket holders will get the chance to buy one ticket for every one seat they hold as a season ticker holder for each game of Divisional Series and the NLCS. Still no definitive word from the Brewers if anyone other than full season ticket holders will be offered WS tickets. The Brewers sent out letters recently explaining the playoff ticket policy but it didn't really say anything new that wasn't discussed in the original thread on this board. As for how many tickets would be available to the general public, I can't imagine it would be very many. Remember that for the inaugural Home Opener at Miller Park, only 10,000 were available to non season ticket holders. Now think about the various hold backs for MLB & corporate sponsors, how many tickets are we looking at? 5,000? Less? As far as I know the Brewers have not decided how these tickets will be distributed, but I would imagine that they could do something similar to how they handled Opening Day tickets to the first game at Miller Park.

Did they do away with the DirecTivo? Thats what we have. Being a long time Directv customer (about 9 years) and an early tivo user, I'm thrilled with this box. Anyway, let me just throw my 2 cents in... I've had digital cable, Dish and Directv and I have to say directv is the best hands down. The only complaint I have about Directv is that while their customer service used to be absolutely top notch, it is now just "average". I think you can trace that change directly to the fact that they now outsource their CS calls. I used to have DishNet & DirectV at the same time and I hated DishNet. I understand they have improved quite a bit, so perhaps my opinion is a bit dated. A few years ago I moved and I got talked into Digital Cable service. I hated it so much. The equipment was poor, the service was laughable and the product was sub-par. I went back to Directv after 6 months.

Thanks anyway, but he's got all the 2007 bobbles. Also thanks to everyone who replied and PM'ed. He's made a deal. Thanks again!

He'll listen to any offer, but he's looking for autographed balls and/or 8x10's. He also needs a mini Cappy bobble and a mini Clark bobble.

Okay, I'm posting this on behalf of my 10 year old son. He loves to trade baseball collectibles, and has a very nice collection started. I've traded and bought from several posters here before and now he wants in as well. He has an extra alternate Cooper from this year he's willing to part with. Comes in the original box. I may or may not be able to find the ticket stub from that game. Make an offer if you need/want this one. He'll sell it for $20, but he wants to trade.

First off, I'm very jealous. Second....my brother, who is a member of this board, got a CS seat for Christmas. His seat was in pieces (if I recall correctly). I know he has some brackets to put them back together and to set the seat up for use. I'm sure he'll see this post and respond if he has any suggestions. Also, I agree with the above statement, don't try to restore the seats by painting them. I remember lots of seats, particularly in the upper deck, that were poor shape. That is exactly how I remember county stadium, run down but beautiful in it's own way.

BHF, check the first page of this thread.

Brewer BP ends about the time they open the doors, but you get about an hour of visitors bp. 201 is a good section for balls. My son got a ball in 201 last Friday night from one of the marlins. He also had a ball hit right at him that he couldn't handle in the same area that night. Usually after BP, but shortly before the game starts a few Brewers come out and sign down the right field line. Jenks and Prince came out on Thursday together and signed for about 5 minutes. Capuano always signs (provided he's not pitching that day). Also, if you plan to go to the players lot for autos, remember that it's a day game tomorrow, so get there by 9am. Most of the coachs will be there earlier than that. JJ WILL sign in the lot (certain players don't), so if you've got a ball already that might be an option for you. Have fun!

Hahahaha... I was wondering if anyone was going to say something about that. Does anyone else remember Edgar "kiki" Diaz? He used to drive a 2 door hatchback to the park. Like a late 80's ford escort or something.

Is it slander if I say yes? Or would that be libel?

No, but if I remember Phillips did get into a fight behind the bleachers a year or two later. This happened to me in 1995 and it was a rookie pitcher.

Well, this is certainly a story better told in person (or at least someplace without a swear filter) but the short story is that I said a few things to a California Angles player that he didn't like very much. He came out after the game and got in my face, still in uniform, behind the bleachers at county stadium. He was screaming at me, pointing his finger in my face, calling me ... names. His teammates were saying things like "It's not worth it man" & "calm down", but he was lit. I was completely terrified, my legs were shaking, my mouth was dry and people were forming a circle around us. I knew I was going to suffer a very painful death that night. I was also an 18 year old guy who couldn't allow himself the shame of backing down in front of friends and strangers. So, even though I was literally shaking I said - and I quote - "Go ahead and hit me, I'll sue you for millions. Oh wait, you make league minimum because you suck". That just set him off even more. He wanted to tear me in half. His team mates had to drag him away. I stood there for a few seconds unable to move. Then I started yelling back at him. Turns out, I'm a lot tougher when the other guy is being held back by 4 rather large men.

Just a thought here but... If you see these guys out at a bar or restaurant please use some discretion. I've met some players over the years and I can tell you they expect to be hounded for autographs at the park and even in the parking lots & hotels but they all like to have a somewhat normal time when they go out - whether it be to dinner or to the store. Of the current group of players, Prince Fielder in particular wants to to be "normal". I'm not trying to tell anyone how to behave, but in my mind, restaurants & bars are off limits when it comes to seeking autographs. I recently managed a retail store where a certain green bay packer player frequented. Every time he came in he was mobbed. He smiled and signed, talked football - the whole 9 yards. One day I saw him with about a dozen or so people around him - everyone trying to ask for an autograph or a photo, you get the picture. So I walk over to him and say "Hi, I'm the manager here, can I talk to you for a second?" We walk away from the "mob" and he says, "you want an autograph?" I said, "I just figured you wanted to do your shopping in peace." He cracked a huge (and I mean huge) smile and patted me on the back and said, "Thanks, man!" Every time he came in after that he'd walk by me and shout out - "that's the man right there". I talked to him from time to time - like I would any customer - and he said something that summed it up for me. He said "I don't mind it, but sometimes people need to understand I got the tivo paused at home". On the flip side, handshakes and hellos seem to be acceptable almost always. I once met Frank Robinson here in Milwaukee. He was walking downtown more or less next to me and a friend. I was looking at him and whispering "That's Frank Robinson". I didn't know what the proper etiquette was so I just kept walking - and staring. Then suddenly he looked over and said "I don't bite" and extended a hand. I was a little embarrassed and just shook his hand. He said "you can always say hi" and kept walking. Anyway, a bit off topic I know, but I thought I'd add my 2 cents anyhow. I won't even talk about the time I almost got my rear end handed to me by a MLB player.

Section 118 row 2 - I've sat there six times this year. Amazing! I took someone from work and he couldn't believe it. He still carries the ticket in his wallet as a reminder. Miller Park is really great. The whole park is nice, but there are certain spots - on every level - where I just love to sit. One place I've never sat is at Fridays (outside) for an entire game. I sat there once for an inning or two before they told us they needed the table. I sit there before the game every homestand, but never for a game.

What section are you going to be in? Field Box? Club Box? TR Box? Loge Box? I love Miller Park, you can find good tickets on every level. Going by your post I'm guessing your in the Club Level Box seats. This is my favorite section. The sections are only 7 rows deep and the seats are the widest and most comfortable (padded) in the stadium. There is wait service, but only in the infield (sections 320-340). The selection is ok (more food available on the concourse) and the service is average (sometimes below average, rarely above average). The concourse area is nice. There is a lounge area with a bar and Tv's behind the seating bowl. The food offered on the club level is also very nice. There is a gourmet desert station behind section 324 that offers cakes (7 layer carrot cake....mmmmm), cookies, brownies ect... For $36 this is the best ticket in the house for my money. It's somewhat upscale, but you still know your at a baseball game.

Yeah, it was almost like he was giving an interview.

We actually got him before the game outside of Miller Park. This guy seems very friendly and open to talking with fans. I'll enjoy it while it lasts. Usually when you tell a player "have a good game" he'll reply "thanks". Ryan said (yes, we're on a first name basis) "Thanks, man - I appreciate it. I need to get myself going a bit. I can't wait to start contributing. Feels good to be here though." It was nice to see an athlete being personable. Cappy and Matt Wise are two other guys like that.

Many players will not sign on the sweet spot anymore unless : A) It's a team ball (more than one signature) B) It's a fee based signing Kind of sucks, I know. Ryan Braun did the same thing for my son - signed right below the MLB logo. Weeks wouldn't do it either. He actually said he "couldn't" sign the sweet spot. I don't know if some of these guys are contractually obligated in some way or if they just don't want people to ebay their balls. On the flip side, I got Gorman Thomas Friday and he signed the sweet spot without even being asked.

I don't know. I was in a similar situation. I liked my job, had freedom to write my own schedule, was in charge of a small staff... then I accepted an offer that I thought would help me move up, and it did. I was promoted 5 times in 2 years. But after a period of time I found myself terribly unhappy - particularly with the hours. I'm now looking for a job that pays less, but has better hours. Four days ago I gave my notice (3 weeks) and I plan on using my remaining vacation time to get me through the summer. I guess my point is that you need to find something that balances happiness with paying the bills. Don't let money be the number one factor.

That's awesome! I'm sure you'll all have a good time.

Service was fine, great bobble's & well shipped, just took a few days longer that I would have liked. But I guess "forever" was a little harsh. Anyhow, me thinks CCD is a member of this board...

Ditto that. I've bought from him several times, always paid via paypal. He takes forever to ship your item, but he's got good stuff.

No, they added the Saturday game after the Sunday one sold out so quickly.