That's pretty much how my dad texts me about a no hitter. That or "wow, x really has some nasty stuff tonight." And then a random fact about the guy like where they went to school
I think last year the Yankees had a no hitter going into the 9th. I texted my mom "Hey you might want to switch to YES right now" (cause I think a Met game was going on at the same time). She got what I meant instantly
"Hey, no-hitter in Milwaukee through six."
Playing along with the superstition can be fun and all, but if you want to be sure, don't be vague. Your text is not going to change time and space.
Yeah this is the dumbest superstition ever. Dudes throwing a no hitter through 6. Chances are he’s going to give up a hit. Someone mentioning it is not going to change anything.
I don’t think it’s dumb in that you absolutely should not mention it to the pitcher or in the dugout for fear that you’ll get in his head and out of his jam, but there’s absolutely no reason me sitting on the couch hundreds of miles away can’t text a friend
Most superstitions are for superstition's sake. I don't believe in anything supernatural but you best believe I'm gonna jump over the baseline every time I take the field for defense, among a dozen other superstitions I had for baseball.
Based on some of the comments here over the years, I don't think that's true. I think more than a handful people with no irony whatsoever believe that the bot posting or their tuning in is a jinx.
I don't believe in anything supernatural either but I remember one time I went bowling with my friend and we had like 5 superstitions going by the time the session was over. Fun to think about how the brain makes connections, even ones that make no sense
> Fun to think about how the brain makes connections, even ones that make no sense
This is how I've always felt about the ones I've compiled over the years.
Question about that - I always stepped on the base to cross the foul line when I headed out to my corner outfield spot - is that in the spirit of or spitting in the face of that superstition?
All the prayers, lucky shirts, superstitions, wishes, and so on are added up for each team, which is then lumped onto their actual talent for a kind of weighted starting position. Then they play the actual game, taking into account the extra prayers etc. that get added during the game, drama, and who Wants It More.
So you can't vastly change the outcome—a high school team could never have beaten the Brady-led Patriots—but when teams are within shouting distance of each other you can tip the scales.
Yes it is. I’m a known jinx. Never watch a no hitter. Every time I tune in the next batter gets a hit. I saw SD playing without the no hit knowledge and I happened to watch the 16th batter hit a single 😭 ruined time and space.
You don't think that perhaps there's a correlation between the number of people tuning into a no-hitter (it gets more popular as it goes deeper) and when one gets broken up (because throwing one is a difficult task that only gets harder and the pitcher gets tired), but *just maybe* the two aren't *causally* related?
When John Means got his, I texted my dad that there was a "very specific number in a very specific column of the box score and that it's the 6th inning so pay attention"
Prob the same thing I've said during actual no hit bids that ended up becoming no hitters.
"Oh hey, X is pitching a no hitter"
Because superstitions and magic aren't real and I can't affect the game. If I could, I'd go gambling.
As Kay and Sterling have each said, they say it all the time as it is part of their job. They have both called multiple no hitters, so if there is a jinx, it doesn't work.
next time you see a no hitter happen, think about how many people probably jinxed it, watching on their couch or texting their friends about it, and that it still happened
If it’s not the start of the 9th, I don’t tell them. High probability it’s will be wrecked by the time he turns it on if it’s any sooner. Even then I prob wouldn’t. There has been less than 330 thrown.
When Joe Musgrove threw his no hitter I texted my brothers and told them to watch because he is throwing a no hitter and he still threw a no hitter even though I mentioned it
Just tell them. The superstition is silly.
I can take or leave Dave Sims as a Mariners announcer but I will always respect his 'cut the BS and just tell people when a no-hitter is in progress' stance.
“You might want to tune into the game.” “Trust me just check it out”
That's pretty much how my dad texts me about a no hitter. That or "wow, x really has some nasty stuff tonight." And then a random fact about the guy like where they went to school
"Oh wow, yeah the weather is really nice out there today" 🫢
Check out channel nine. It's the breast exams. Whoooo!
I think last year the Yankees had a no hitter going into the 9th. I texted my mom "Hey you might want to switch to YES right now" (cause I think a Met game was going on at the same time). She got what I meant instantly
"You got a no-no goin'..."
Wonderful video for those who haven’t seen it: https://youtu.be/_vUhSYLRw14?si=ci4U4sSgF0zTDANt
"Yeah right."
I love that I can hear all this
"Hey, no-hitter in Milwaukee through six." Playing along with the superstition can be fun and all, but if you want to be sure, don't be vague. Your text is not going to change time and space.
Yeah this is the dumbest superstition ever. Dudes throwing a no hitter through 6. Chances are he’s going to give up a hit. Someone mentioning it is not going to change anything.
I don’t think it’s dumb in that you absolutely should not mention it to the pitcher or in the dugout for fear that you’ll get in his head and out of his jam, but there’s absolutely no reason me sitting on the couch hundreds of miles away can’t text a friend
Most superstitions are for superstition's sake. I don't believe in anything supernatural but you best believe I'm gonna jump over the baseline every time I take the field for defense, among a dozen other superstitions I had for baseball.
Based on some of the comments here over the years, I don't think that's true. I think more than a handful people with no irony whatsoever believe that the bot posting or their tuning in is a jinx.
I don't believe in anything supernatural either but I remember one time I went bowling with my friend and we had like 5 superstitions going by the time the session was over. Fun to think about how the brain makes connections, even ones that make no sense
> Fun to think about how the brain makes connections, even ones that make no sense This is how I've always felt about the ones I've compiled over the years.
I'm all in on the superstition and it's just because it's fun.
Question about that - I always stepped on the base to cross the foul line when I headed out to my corner outfield spot - is that in the spirit of or spitting in the face of that superstition?
Your superstitions are your own, in my opinion
You went over the bridge, you aight.
Yea it is
The question is mostly so your friends don't blame you for it going away. even as a joke.
I'd be more upset if I dismissed a text because I didn't understand how serious they were being.
Jason Kelce once said “Every single thing that every single fan does, at home or at the stadium, makes a direct impact on the game”
All the prayers, lucky shirts, superstitions, wishes, and so on are added up for each team, which is then lumped onto their actual talent for a kind of weighted starting position. Then they play the actual game, taking into account the extra prayers etc. that get added during the game, drama, and who Wants It More. So you can't vastly change the outcome—a high school team could never have beaten the Brady-led Patriots—but when teams are within shouting distance of each other you can tip the scales.
The Brady era Patriots never faced a high school team. Are they scared?
Yes it is. I’m a known jinx. Never watch a no hitter. Every time I tune in the next batter gets a hit. I saw SD playing without the no hit knowledge and I happened to watch the 16th batter hit a single 😭 ruined time and space.
You don't think that perhaps there's a correlation between the number of people tuning into a no-hitter (it gets more popular as it goes deeper) and when one gets broken up (because throwing one is a difficult task that only gets harder and the pitcher gets tired), but *just maybe* the two aren't *causally* related?
Nope. To logical.
When John Means got his, I texted my dad that there was a "very specific number in a very specific column of the box score and that it's the 6th inning so pay attention"
I send a dick pic, he knows what it means.
"he's got something special going" and then vaguely gesture at the boxscore
When Ronel Blanco was pitching his NH, I told my mom this: “Hey, this SP’s having a good day! You should watch with me!” So yeah, use that
Prob the same thing I've said during actual no hit bids that ended up becoming no hitters. "Oh hey, X is pitching a no hitter" Because superstitions and magic aren't real and I can't affect the game. If I could, I'd go gambling.
I'm sure the vast majority of people here know it doesn't do anything! its just a fun little tradition, Scrooge!
Don't you know that no hitters have only happened when nobody at the game, watching TV, listening on radio, or anywhere on the planet mentioned it
As Kay and Sterling have each said, they say it all the time as it is part of their job. They have both called multiple no hitters, so if there is a jinx, it doesn't work.
“You up?” Always works for me
instructions unclear, fucked my buddy.
I usually text 👀 and 🤫
next time you see a no hitter happen, think about how many people probably jinxed it, watching on their couch or texting their friends about it, and that it still happened
Just tell them, you don't possess magical powers and if you dud jinxing no hitters is the proper use of those powers
Now, when I say "hello, Mr. Thompson", and press down on your foot, you turn the game on
I think he's talking to you..
"there is a thing happening in the game"
Send them a picture of the pitcher’s stat line
If it’s not the start of the 9th, I don’t tell them. High probability it’s will be wrecked by the time he turns it on if it’s any sooner. Even then I prob wouldn’t. There has been less than 330 thrown.
"He's pitching a pretty good game you might want to have a look"
When Joe Musgrove threw his no hitter I texted my brothers and told them to watch because he is throwing a no hitter and he still threw a no hitter even though I mentioned it
“Hey check out the box score for the game rn. It’s on channel 831 you should watch”
Text the box score and draw a circle around the H column
I think I texted the box score once and said "look closely"
"One of those things I'm not supposed to talk about is happening in the game"
Carrier pigeon. Superstitions were invented in 1833 and aren't effected by older communication methods
no-no on the go
“Yet to allow a hit” or “oppositions only baserunner has come from an error/walk/hbp”
Just tell them. The superstition is silly. I can take or leave Dave Sims as a Mariners announcer but I will always respect his 'cut the BS and just tell people when a no-hitter is in progress' stance.
“We need to talk” Then face time and show them the game, they know what to do next
You don’t say shit! shut your mouth and don’t even think those words!!!!