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Original ESPN article can be found here.

This fantastic graphic was created by @EduardoNunezNY – Time to Shine!
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74 Comments
Brian S. September 22, 2011 00:18
Wow, Nunez actually did have a photoshop.
Censored September 22, 2011 16:20
Who is poster of the year?
Nunez time to shine baby!
Cephster September 28, 2011 15:11
^^THIS
Ed September 22, 2011 00:20
42/45 pick them to go to the World Series… 33/45 pick them to win the World Series…
Theo September 22, 2011 01:26
& thanks to the yankees that still may happen.
THeo Epstein September 22, 2011 12:10
You guys should go with AJ in game 2. Just saying.
Cervelli's Concussion September 22, 2011 09:47
And 12 of them picked the Yanks to miss the playoffs entirely. I especially LOVE Jim Caple’s picks:
AMERICAN LEAGUE
East champ: Red Sox
Central champ: White Sox
West champ: A’s
Wild card: Rays
Champion: White Sox
WORLD SERIES: White Sox over Phillies
WTF?!
Rick james September 22, 2011 09:49
Cocaine is one hell of a drug.
Ron Washington September 22, 2011 09:58
So’s crack!
Josh Hamilton September 22, 2011 23:08
Tell me about it.
Ron Washington September 22, 2011 09:59
Cocaine is one hell of a drug.
Joe Páwlikowski September 22, 2011 10:16
I’ve sucked dick for coke.
Mandingo September 22, 2011 11:04
Please, I’ve seen you suck dick for a Coca Cola.
BEN KABACK, Jr, MTA lover September 22, 2011 12:57
I’ve sucked goyim dick for matzoh
TSJC September 22, 2011 15:59
I rape Jew boys in Rikers.
Brett Pedroia September 23, 2011 10:48
Mmmm, BOYS…
Sergio Mitre September 22, 2011 00:20
Why wasn’t I included in this picture?
Is this comment racist? September 22, 2011 00:21
You can hardly see Granderson in the background.
tsjc September 22, 2011 10:17
You right NIGGA
Brandon September 22, 2011 00:34
Fucking amazing
Mike Flanagan September 22, 2011 01:24
You’re disrespecting Buck in this picture.
…
I’m okay with it.
BNBG September 22, 2011 01:48
You gotta be kidding me. This is genius.
Sharktopus September 22, 2011 01:59
This is probably the most intricate photoshop I’ve ever seen. Well done.
Peter Gammons Brain Tumor September 22, 2011 02:16
This proves my theory! What the fuck does ESPN know? Eric Ortiz Of NESN is going to shit himself when he lays eyes on this magnificent photoeshop
Russ September 22, 2011 02:29
I get Montero is there because of his name, but really Mo should be sitting in that center seat.
Cody Ransom September 22, 2011 11:43
Mariano is God. He is watching from above.
Peter Gammons September 22, 2011 03:20
a gvttscccccccccccccfkkkkkkkkkkkv nnnnnnnttttttttf fdddddddsssssokbdmbmkdbmkbm k bifirhihjtrg50659959992343
Pete C. September 22, 2011 05:18
Hey Pete go Yanks.
That’s the second time I’ve been able to say that to him. The first was in person and he looked a little frightened too. Can’t figure out why though.
Eric Ortiz of NESN September 22, 2011 05:46
Ummmmmmmmmm, yeah….I’ve got nothing.
*TEARS UP FILES, CLEANS OUT DESK, BURNS COLLEGE DEGREE*
Dan Shaughnessy September 22, 2011 07:23
Well here’s egg all over your face.
*WHIPS OUT PENIS, BLOWS LOAD*
Eric Ortiz' article September 22, 2011 06:06
I wasn’t used for reading, instead I was used for rolling doobies.
Toilet Paper October 16, 2011 22:06
And ME!
Peter Abraham September 22, 2011 07:25
See, I said you guys were better without A-Rod. What’d he play, 2 games this season?!
Ain’t I a stinka?!?!?!?!?!!!!?!
*CUE THE 3 STOOGES MUSIC*
Joe Páwlikowski September 22, 2011 10:18
It’s not gay if you’ve had Pete’s ass in your face for hours right?
BEN KABACK, Jr, MTA lover September 22, 2011 12:58
I dont think so
Terry Francona September 22, 2011 07:25
I’m going to drown my sorrows in a nice warm cup of Bigelow Tea. Bigelow Tea – for the defeated man.
Ed Koch of Samuel Adams brewery September 22, 2011 07:30
I’m going to have a busy weekend.
Erratum September 22, 2011 19:40
Ed Koch=former Mayor of NYC
John Koch=founder of Sam Adams
(PS, to the retard who wants to make a “cock” jokes: lame)
Jim Koch September 22, 2011 23:22
Actually, I’m the founder of Sam Adams, you schmuck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Erratum, I just butt fucked you harder than the Yanks did to the AL East.
Surviving Grady September 22, 2011 07:34
http://www.survivinggrady.com/
Homeless Harry September 22, 2011 07:34
Please read, this is too good to pass.
The Truth September 22, 2011 08:05
After reading that shit we have to end their season this weekend. I mean if the assholes actually did manage to pull that shit off we would never hear the end of it. ENEMY DESERVES NO MERCY!!!!!!!!!!
Brosius September 22, 2011 07:57
Yanks should focus efforts on sweeping Boston this weekend and throwing the games to the Rays. Eliminate Boston.
The Truth September 22, 2011 07:59
The funniest part about the ESPN Piece is Kruk picking the Braves to go the World Series over his beloved Phillies. Oh yeah Mulder picking the A’s for the WIld Card is pretty amusing too.
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Joe Páwlikowski September 22, 2011 10:19
I picked the Twins and the Dodgers. Only took 93k words and 6 pie charts.
BEN KABACK, Jr, MTA lover September 22, 2011 13:00
Dont kick my ass, Joe
Joe Páwlikowski September 22, 2011 16:01
You know I love you. Kisses
Eduardo Núñez September 22, 2011 10:33
Eberybody Happy!!!!!
Joe Thunder September 22, 2011 11:22
Sweep the leg, Joe. Sweep the leg.
Brian September 22, 2011 12:21
Where’s the love for Girardi?
I don’t agree with most of his in-game moves either… but looking at the bigger picture he clearly did good this season.
In particular, his handling of the bullpen and his ability to tune out the morons who kept screaming for Jeter to move down in the lineup right before 3,000 hits was awesome.
I’d also mention that he’s done as good a job with AJ Burnett as humanly possible, Burnett just stinks, bottom line.
Matzo September 22, 2011 16:01
he lost the love with all the bunting. Sorry bro
Ritardi's binder September 22, 2011 16:19
Offense:
If right hander pitching, lefty must hit
If lefty pitching, bring in righty.
Defense:
If lefty coming up to bat, bring in righty.
If right hander coming to bat, bring in crappy lefty.
Peter Gammons September 22, 2011 12:36
I really wish people would stop blaming Crawford. Sure his stolen base totals are down, but once you sign a contract for $142 million dollars, why would you need to steal anything?
–
Clay Buccholz September 23, 2011 01:49
Sometimes you steal because it’s the only time you feel like you’re alive.
Bono September 26, 2011 16:43
Hey fucker, stop stealing my lyrics!
Pete C. September 23, 2011 05:21
that’s my man Pete.
loco September 22, 2011 13:57
This i awesome,
but Where is CC, Mo, DRob, Nova?
Also, AJ should be Judas, but holding a big pie
Captain Obvious September 22, 2011 14:17
Looks like this is just the position players: maybe we have a Sistine Chapel rendering for the pitching staff to look forward to!
Eduardo Núñez September 22, 2011 14:36
i havz moar steals than Carl crawford and i cheap bro!
PIchin photoshop later moderfockerz!
Pedro Feliciano September 22, 2011 14:50
What about a DL photoshop?
Dustin Pedroia September 22, 2011 17:40
Can we have an all hustle-and-grit photoshop?
DormantUlcer September 22, 2011 19:26
3 guys didn’t even pick Philly to make the playoffs? These guys get paid to do this???
The Truth September 22, 2011 21:30
One of those expert prognosticators was Jonah Keri of fangraphs. Be careful you can never insult a sabermatrician.
Eddie Harris September 22, 2011 20:52
Are you trying to say Jesus Christ can’t hit a curveball?
Dave Winfield September 22, 2011 21:01
Sorry, Guys. They told me they’d fire me if I didn’t go along with it.
I didn’t wanna be no Dan Patrick… you know how hard it is for a black man to get a job these days.
Jesus Christ September 22, 2011 23:40
Post of the year. Hands down. Top 5 Photoshops ever on this site.
K@bak September 22, 2011 23:58
Hmmm…let me check the train and bus schedule and let everyone know.
National Geographic September 23, 2011 10:16
LIVING WITH MASSHOLES – A Beginner’s Guide
HABITAT:
Massholes generally hail from the suburban regions around Boston, such as Weymouth, Peabody (pron. Peebiddy), Waltham, Revere (pron. Reeveah), Revere Beach and whole host of other retarded sounding places. Sometimes, they are from more urban habitats such as South Boston (“Southie”) and sometimes they are from more bucolic settings, like Worcester (“Wusstah”). Generally their range extends throughout Eastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and parts of Connecticut.
IDENTIFICATION AND MARKINGS:
MASSHOLES respond to the names Murph, Sully, O’B, McGuvz, Towmmy, Bowbby, or Maahk. They are generally Irish-American (generations removed from the old country), although there are rumored to be other subspecies of Masshole lurking about. Massholes are easy to identify by sight due to their pale complexion, blue eyes, Red Sox hat, and freckles. In the summer time or when exposed to any sort of solar radiation above 2 on the UV index, Massholes display a characteristic bright red plumage all across their body. This plumage quickly evolves into masses of peeling skin, a condition which the Masshole calls “a wicked bahhd buurn”. Stunningly original and individualistic, Massholes are interested in a diverse range of topics such as: The Boston Red Sox (“Sawks”), Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, or the New England Patriots (“Pahhts”). Because their city is clearly a second-rate backwater, the one way the Masshole can possibly experience greatness is on the sports field, and thus insulting a Masshole’s team is sort of like insulting his drunken whore of a mother.
BEHAVIOR PATTERNS:
The MASSHOLE’s prey is relatively easy to procure, and consists of a water, hops, yeast, and alcohol mixture called “beeah” (Icehouse is the preferred prey). The Masshole typically consumes somewhere between 10 and 25 “beaahs” until it reaches a state of euphoria called “fackin’ hammmahed”. Once “fackin’ hammahed”, the Masshole will search for the two other things essential to it’s life cycle: a sporting event to watch (preferably the Sawks) and a fist fight. Please note that although Massholes prefer to fist fight outsiders, inter-Masshole fist fights are also very common. Even when removed from their natural habitat for years on end, Massholes are still easily recognizable to the untrained eye.
ANTI-MASSHOLE TACTICS
1) The best way to deal with a Masshole is to ignore it.
2) If persistent or aggressive, a Masshole can usually be frightened off by a black person.
3) Another effective way to deal with the Masshole is toseparate it from its pride. Massholes are pack animals, and thus become shockingly timid when few in number and isolated.
4) The fourth option is to wait until the Masshole drinks itself into a stupor and passes out.
5) The final option is to kick the f***ing s*** out of the drunk Masshole, although this may result in imprisonment. If you choose option 5, make sure you are
not in the Boston area because the arresting police officers will certainly be major Massholes themselves and will naturally protect their own species.
LONG TERM PROGNOSIS:
Unfortunately, Massholes look to be with us for the foreseeable future. Although the nuclear destruction of their habitat (Boston) is a tempting option, it would be prohibitively costly and would have disastrous environmental impacts. A less costly way to deal with Massholes is to make sure the Red Sox and the Patriots do not make the playoffs. A collapse in the fortunes of one such team forces the Masshole into a state of depression bordering on suicide; if both collapse maybe Masshole-kind will finally take a razor blade to its wrists and do the rest of America a favor.
CONCLUSION:
In truth, there is nothing worse on earth than a Masshole. Just how a small, irrelevant town such as Boston produces so many Massholes remains one of the great mysteries of the natural world. Although the problem of Masshole infestation is not likely to be remedied by modern science any time soon, careful adherence to the 5 anti-Masshole tactics can go a long way towards mitigating the problem. When dealing with the Masshole, always remember: the root of the masshole’s aggressive behavior is its own inherent weakness and feeling of inadequacy. Boston will always be a second-rate city on the world stage, so the proper way to deal with the Masshole is to dismiss it much like its silly little town. As the noble Roman Cato the Elder once said over 2000 years ago, “MASSHOLES DELENDA EST”, and how appropriate that statement is, even today!
Pete C. September 23, 2011 12:37
Your insight is truly stunning in its scope.
How long before you publish the rest of this masterpiece on the socialization of this semi-primate.
When I read,”frightened off by a black person” the soda I was drinking came out my nose.
Rich Mahogany September 23, 2011 16:25
MASSHOLES DELENDA EST
Well played sir
Braggo Roth September 23, 2011 19:20
Clearly the best photoshop ever. I, of course, am the best Yankee ever.
Braggo Roth September 23, 2011 19:32
Also, while this may be like pointing out a speck of dust on the Mona Lisa, I think it’s “intra-Masshole.”
Eduardo Núñez September 24, 2011 22:53
I meid new photoshop for todays bictory ansz i sendz it tu nomaas twitter cos I LOB this site big time
Faitful for lauffs