MLB - Simpson's Analogy List

[LoKyBuckeye]

http://barstoolsports.com/article/The_Definitive_MLB__Simpsons_Analogy_List/344/

just a few....

Cleveland Indians - Apu Nahasapeemapetilon - Identity entirely based on a ridiculous stereotype of Indians. Jovial ongoing relationship with a big fat guy who underperforms a lot (Homer, C.C. Sabathia). Soldiering on gamely despite a terrible workplace environment (the Kwik-E-Mart, Cleveland). Used to play a much bigger role in the grand scheme of things, but now they make only occasional appearances, and they're usually getting abused.

Cincinnati Reds - Principal Seymour Skinner - Spent much of their existence under the hand of a domineering, insane woman who was impossible to please (Agnes Skinner, Marge Schott). Possessors of a dirty little secret that they would rather sweep under the rug (Skinner's true identity of Armand Tamzarian, Pete Rose). Their lives were given meaning in the '70s (Vietnam, the Big Red Machine) but now all they have to escape the monotony of their everyday existence is the flashbacks.

New York Yankees - C. Montgomery Burns - Driven to success by an almost unimaginable wealth of resources, which they use to ruthlessly crush their enemies, although typically not by the most efficient means possible (blocking out the sun, Bernie Williams). Seemingly unaware of the (obvious) reasons why they are hated. They seem to have been a key actor in pretty much everything important that happened before 1970.

Boston Red Sox - Lisa Simpson - Beloved by all. Used to being overlooked and trod upon, so that when they finally get a day in the sun, they don't really know what to do with it. Unfortunate tendency to get a little self-righteous. Antagonistic relationship with those in positions of power.

 

[Jaxbuck]

Thats pretty good.


Except as a Reds fan I have to point out we did win a WS in the 90's so the 70's flashback swipe is a bit off. I hate it when people do factually incorrect humor .

 

[Sloopy45]

LoKy: "New York Yankees - C. Montgomery Burns - Driven to success by an almost unimaginable wealth of resources, which they use to ruthlessly crush their enemies, although typically not by the most efficient means possible (blocking out the sun, Bernie Williams). Seemingly unaware of the (obvious) reasons why they are hated. They seem to have been a key actor in pretty much everything important that happened before 1970."

Exxxxxxxxxxxxxxxcellent.

Now that I think about it, Brian Cashman does hold a strong resemblence to Smithers.

 

[BB73]

So who would the hapless Cubbies be?

Mo the bartender?

 

[jlb1705]

Ok, we all know about Steinbrenner's plan to block out the sun, but when in the hell did Mr. Burns hire Bernie Williams?

 

[Jaxbuck]

So who would the hapless Cubbies be?

Mo the bartender?

Barnie the lush

 

[scott91575]

Although I hate the character, the Cubs have to be Gil.

 

[Sloopy45]

scott91575: "Although I hate the character, the Cubs have to be Gil."

I would think the Cubs are more Millhouse. Even their fans (Steve Bartman) look like Millhouse.