Here’s a fun read about the bag the Mets have for the BP including bug spray and…
Among the most important items in it is a Magic 8 Ball, the hand-held toy that purports to predict the future. The purpose of the game depends on the user and his belief in the supernatural. It could serve as a mere diversion, or a portent, as Debus demonstrated recently by grabbing it out of the chest and asking it a question.
via Mets’ Newcomer Known for Versatility and Durability – NYTimes.com.
““If a person gets up and down a couple of times and they have a sad face,” Debus said, “they will get the yo-yo award, which basically means, just shut up and pitch.””
“There are also binoculars in case the phones break down and Warthen can’t be seen from the bullpen, but they could also be used by a pitcher or bullpen catcher to spot a cousin or friend in the stands.”
Not to mention the hot brunette in Section 300 with the giant hoo-hoos barely contained by her tank top.
There is no section 300, also, if there was, it’d be right next to the bullpen anyway.
It was just a random number for a hypothetical stadium. Who in their right mind is going to be wearing a skimpy tank top at CitiField any time soon anyhow?