The Official Patriots Player Appearance Thread

[Den-in-NH]

A couple more guys...

Adalius Thomas and Ben Coates will be at the Towson Center Arena in Towson, Maryland on 3/29 from 10:30-4

[Den-in-NH]

Sam Gash and Duane starks added to the Towson, NJ event.

[Michigan Dave]

Originally Posted by Jh

That's cool. I can understand the older guys maybe, because they didn't get paid the big bucks like the dudes nowadays do.

This is a scheduled appearance, right? These dudes don't expect to get paid if you see them on the sidewalk in the middle of town or something, right?

To answer this question, no, they wouldn't expect to be paid on random occurrences. Most players will sign no problem in the street.*

That said, there is nothing more annoying than fans asking for autographs when a player is eating or with his family. Homeboy is walking down the street, you catch him, fine. He can sign while he walks. But the people who come up to dude when he's eating a meal or hanging with his family are pathetic. Also, just because they make crazy scrilla, it doesn't mean they have some sort of duty to sign 11 autographs for you, your brother, cousin and long-lost relatives.

*funny story. The eBay guys used to camp out outside of Schembechler Hall, and training table at South Quad. They'd have full size, authentic Michigan helmets and silver pens for the entire squad to sign. I'd roll into training table with Tommy or some other guys and we'd always sign. But I'd sign real big on the front wing of the helmet. Then look at it on eBay, show my friends, and laugh. That added ZERO value.

[Costanza]

Originally Posted by Michigan Dave

To answer this question, no, they wouldn't expect to be paid on random occurrences. Most players will sign no problem in the street.*

That said, there is nothing more annoying than fans asking for autographs when a player is eating or with his family. Homeboy is walking down the street, you catch him, fine. He can sign while he walks. But the people who come up to dude when he's eating a meal or hanging with his family are pathetic. Also, just because they make crazy scrilla, it doesn't mean they have some sort of duty to sign 11 autographs for you, your brother, cousin and long-lost relatives.

*funny story. The eBay guys used to camp out outside of Schembechler Hall, and training table at South Quad. They'd have full size, authentic Michigan helmets and silver pens for the entire squad to sign. I'd roll into training table with Tommy or some other guys and we'd always sign. But I'd sign real big on the front wing of the helmet. Then look at it on eBay, show my friends, and laugh. That added ZERO value.

Lol, that's funny. I think if I wanted anything I'd want just one throw and one catch. I might get Logan to sign the rookie card I bought when he first got drafted, but that would be more for shits and giggles.

It would be cool to reminisce with some of them, too.

[Bender]

Originally Posted by Jh

Lol, that's funny. I think if I wanted anything I'd want just one throw and one catch. I might get Logan to sign the rookie card I bought when he first got drafted, but that would be more for shits and giggles.

It would be cool to reminisce with some of them, too.

You should have him sign your panties, then sell them on eBay.

That's like moneyx2!

[Costanza]

Originally Posted by Bender

You should have him sign your panties, then sell them on eBay.

That's like moneyx2!

Oh dear Lord.

he already did btw



















joking!!!

[Wandering Athol]

I think it's safe to assume he's recovered from whatever dead-leg syndrome ailed him in the Super Bowl:

http://www.oursportscentral.com/serv...es/?id=3613607
The Lowell Spinners, Class-A Affiliate of the World Champion Boston Red Sox, are proud to welcome back the star of last summer's promotional schedule, Stephen Gostkowski when he returns to LeLacheur Park this summer with an added twist.

Gostkowski is re-joining the Spinners Sunday, June 22 for New England Patriots Night, presented by Electrical Wholesalers. After converting all 74 of his extra-point attempts in 2007 to set an NFL record, Gostkowski will again allow fans to play the role of Kevin Faulk or Wes Welker by catching autographed footballs from the stands.

In addition, four lucky fans will have the opportunity to act as a holder as Gostkowski kicks from the outfield, directly into fans' arms in the stands.

"It is the thrill of a life-time for a fan to leave LeLacheur Park with a foul ball," said Lowell Spinners Vice President/General Manager Tim Bawmann. "It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave with an autographed football, delivered into your arms from the leg of an NFL star."

"Speaking from experience, there is no greater thrill for a fan than holding for an NFL kicker in front of a packed house at LeLacheur," added Bawmann, who held for Gostkowski last season.

Gostkowski, a former pitcher at the University of Memphis, will kick the autographed footballs into the stands from the outfield during between-innings breaks when the Spinners take on the Vermont Lake Monsters for a 5:05 start.

Limited tickets to this game are available and fans are encouraged to visit the Lowell Spinners Box Office at LeLacheur Park, call 978-459-1702, or visit www.lowellspinners.com for the latest ticket availability for the entire season.

[EasyBigFella]

I met the great Wes Welker yesterday at the Four Seasons in Boston. First of all, what a great guy. I walk up to him and say "so, that must have sucked..." He laughed and said "yup".

Anyways, I ask him to sign a picture which he does and he asks my name. He signs it and I look at it and it reads "Yeah, that sucked. Best wishes, Wes Welker." LOL.

He's my new favorite Patriot.

[PatrietteAz]

Originally Posted by EasyBigFella*

I met the great Wes Welker yesterday at the Four Seasons in Boston. First of all, what a great guy. I walk up to him and say "so, that must have sucked..." He laughed and said "yup".

Anyways, I ask him to sign a picture which he does and he asks my name. He signs it and I look at it and it reads "Yeah, that sucked. Best wishes, Wes Welker." LOL.

He's my new favorite Patriot.

Rocking story.

[TBrownslady]

Originally Posted by EasyBigFella*

I met the great Wes Welker yesterday at the Four Seasons in Boston. First of all, what a great guy. I walk up to him and say "so, that must have sucked..." He laughed and said "yup".

Anyways, I ask him to sign a picture which he does and he asks my name. He signs it and I look at it and it reads "Yeah, that sucked. Best wishes, Wes Welker." LOL.

He's my new favorite Patriot.

I am SO jealous!!!! I don't think I'd even be able to talk to him but damn!!! You lucky bastard!!!

[EasyBigFella]

Originally Posted by TBrownslady

I am SO jealous!!!! I don't think I'd even be able to talk to him but damn!!! You lucky bastard!!!

To say he was cool would be an insult to cool people. It was like talking to someone you'd bump into in a bar. Just a great and funny dude. Everyone is dressed up and he's wearing a retro "Rocky" tshirt. Turns out he owns about a hundred 80's tshirts he buys from some 80's tshirt website at about $5 per shirt. LOL.

[tommysgirl]

Originally Posted by EasyBigFella*

To say he was cool would be an insult to cool people. It was like talking to someone you'd bump into in a bar. Just a great and funny dude. Everyone is dressed up and he's wearing a retro "Rocky" tshirt. Turns out he owns about a hundred 80's tshirts he buys from some 80's tshirt website at about $5 per shirt. LOL.

80stees.com. We shop at the same place! Me and Wes. We're like this (fingers crossed)

[Den-in-NH]

Gino Cappelletti will be at the Best Western (exit 36) in Woburn, MA on 4/19 from 11-1.

[TBrownslady]

Originally Posted by EasyBigFella*

To say he was cool would be an insult to cool people. It was like talking to someone you'd bump into in a bar. Just a great and funny dude. Everyone is dressed up and he's wearing a retro "Rocky" tshirt. Turns out he owns about a hundred 80's tshirts he buys from some 80's tshirt website at about $5 per shirt. LOL.

See I knew I liked him for a reason LOL My brother just told me the other day when I was putting music on for us, he said you were born in the wrong era LOL. I love the 80s but I was really young, (me and Wes same age ) I remember being about 4 or 5 years old singing like a virgin and tape recording myself but I had NO clue to what the words actually were LOL

[patsin°°]

Originally Posted by Den-in-NH

A couple more guys...

Adalius Thomas and Ben Coates will be at the Towson Center Arena in Towson, Maryland on 3/29 from 10:30-4

the fact duane starks was added makes me not want to go