What Did Jerry Coleman Do Today?
by jbox on Aug 26, 2009 10:33 PM PDT
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PrintI was driving today and listening to the game on XX Sports Radio. I just happened to tune in at the time when Ted Leitner was explaining to Andy Masur why he stopped asking Jerry Coleman "What'd you do today Jerry?"
Apparently some Padres Executive didn't get it, didn't like it and apparently had made it known that Ted should stop asking the question.
The answers were often times more entertaining than the game and gave us just another reason to love Jerry.
It's frustrating to hear about out of touch Executives. It's like Dick Rowe of Decca Records in 1962 famously choosing not to sign the Beatles because he didn't like their sound saying "groups with guitars are on the way out." They can't hear greatness when it's right in front of them.
You may remember that a long time ago, in March or 2005, Dex created another blog What Did Jerry Coleman Do Today? Let's just say it was... a sensation.
The blog was mentioned on the radio and I believe even shared with Teddy himself. Men wished that they were as good looking as the blog and women threw their underwear at it.
But like most, its quick success was also the beginning of its demise, it lived fast and died young. Ted stopped asking the question as frequently, Dex found less and less time to scour MLB radio for the question and at some point forgot the password to the blog. Not only that but he forgot which email address he used to sign up for the blog.
Fortunately the fat cat Executive that put an end to our joy is no longer with the Padres and Ted says he is going to start asking Jerry again, because he's gotten such great feedback from fans.
Now as you go back and read those old entries in the blog, you're probably thinking that now is the perfect time to again record these great Jerry Coleman moments for posterity. More importantly you're wondering how you can help.
You can help. When you hear Ted ask the famous question, put it in a FanShot and tag it WDJCDT. The format should be as such:
He felt this thing in his pocketHe walked to the ballpark. He felt this thing in his pocket.It was his hotel key. He forgot to check out.
He ate at Cheesecake Factory and therefore was "full of cheese" when he got to the park.
Ted historically asked the question during the 7th inning so keep your ears open for those magic words and report back your findings.
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Original email sent to ted, jerry & andy
Jerry, Ted & Andy
It’s frustrating to see the bases loaded no one out and to come out with nothing. I think we should test the arms with Cabrera’s speed and Anderson’s veteran arm. It’s better than a Kouz strikeout—- well pop out.
I want like to congratulate Ted for his 30 years, I’m a big fan. -ouch 3-Run HR-
To Jerry: Mr. Coleman you’re a classy man, we are very lucky to have you on the airwaves. It’s great to hear you once again narrating games, and not just being an analyst.
I have been listening to padre-baseball since 1991 (I was 8 yrs old).
Mario Thomas, the spanish radio announcer for the padres from 1969-1996, passed away on Saturday. Question to Ted and Jerry:
Any memories about “Don Mario Thomas” you could share with us?
Finally to Ted: I miss those"What’d you do today Jerry?"
Keep up the good work gentlemen. Go Padres!
—RICO
by RICOMON on Aug 26, 2009 11:56 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Listening to those segments
I could never quite tell if Ted was bullying Jerry and whether Jerry was uncomfortable. But the way Ted would openly laugh at Jerry, even mock him, I was definitely left with the impression that there was a bit of mean-spiritedness in the booth.
And even today, I’m not so sure how well Ted gets along with his partners. Earlier this season, I coulda swore I heard Jerry yell, “Screw you” at Ted. But it was another one of those games that seemed to meander forever before finding itself in the loss column. So I wasn’t really paying attention. But Jerry definitely lost his temper with Ted.
And there’s another dynamic I wonder about — the Ted-Andy relationship. Andy seems to be afraid he’s going to say the wrong thing when he’s paired with Ted. His apprehension seems to come over loud and clear. But he seems much more relaxed with Jerry, and the broadcasts are so much more fun to listen to when those two guys are sharing the mic.
So I’m not sure I want Ted to again start asking Jerry, “so whadya do today?” I think I’d rather hear Jerry ask Ted, “So when’r’ya gonna retire?”
by dontkickthebaby on Aug 27, 2009 4:48 AM PDT reply actions
I never got the impression that Ted was mocking Jerry.
I know Leitner can be a bit of a prick…but I also thought he treated Jerry with respect.
I love WDJCDT
What you've just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone on this blog is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on our souls.
by Sam (sdsuaztec4) on Aug 27, 2009 7:24 AM PDT reply actions
Giveaway idea
WDJCDT bracelets.
"I did not invent the wheel, I was the crooked spoke adjacent." - Aesop Rock
by John Gennaro on Aug 27, 2009 7:48 AM PDT up reply actions
I'm so glad Alderson's gone
Drama is an a-hole.
by Winfield's Ghost on Aug 27, 2009 7:50 AM PDT reply actions
I know for a fact I heard the
WDJCDT bit earlier this year and then it went away during the season. I highly doubt it was Alderson since he was long gone already. Think about it……what other out of touch executives do the Padres currently employ???
1. Breakfast Town USA
2. Ugh Brown sucks….bring back Red, White and Blue
3. Stop using the term Friars
Hmmmmmm………
No, it was Sandy
Drama is an a-hole.
by Winfield's Ghost on Aug 27, 2009 9:18 AM PDT up reply actions
He leaves and so do you
Veerrry curious…
Isn't it enough to know that I ruined a pony making a gift for you? ◔ヮ◔
Uncommon Sportsman :: Absurdity in play
Hey...what...ummm...(insert lawyer-speak here)
Drama is an a-hole.
by Winfield's Ghost on Aug 27, 2009 10:27 AM PDT up reply actions
STUFF LIKE THIS...
Fortunately the fat cat Executive that put an end to our joy is no longer with the Padres and Ted says he is going to start asking Jerry again, because he’s gotten such great feedback from fans.
Is a part of “THE PLAN”
100%
I LOVED listening to the Colonel answer the question…especially when they were on the road. He always had some great story as to how he would get lost trying to get back to his hotel room after his breakfast and a walk.
I am so glad Sandy’s gone.
Or maybe it wasn't Sandy
Ted just threw Paul Depodesta in front of the bus on XX1090, actually Ted just said an executive but darren let it be known he was talking about Depodesta.
Kouz > The Savior....yeah, I said it.
by icaughthundleys#4 on Aug 27, 2009 3:01 PM PDT reply actions
I wasn't aware that DePo was no longer with the Padres
Because as of 10 days ago, he still refers to the Padres as “we.”
Isn't it enough to know that I ruined a pony making a gift for you? ◔ヮ◔
Uncommon Sportsman :: Absurdity in play
It was Sandy
Drama is an a-hole.
by Winfield's Ghost on Aug 27, 2009 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
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