Changes

It appears that a few last minute "changes" (click on the video on the right for a great blog tune) have occurred and as a result the 2010 roster is still not finalized. Casual is pictured after being premature and saying "honest, this has never happened to me before". Rhode and Melissa unfortunately are unable to commit. Rhode is in training whilst the herd feeds on Mondays and Melissa has other things to tend to. Too bad, they woulda been great and Casual has placed them on the spare list so there is a good chance we will see them in action sometime this season. Also, Oliver and Lauren are struggling to find the time. It seems that only Deon Sanders is able to play both Football and Baseball in a single year. Lauren has brought some sanity to the newly married couple's lifes with some solid direction on what it means when you commit to the Herd....you just don't miss games, and to miss even one is grounds for dismissal...oh wait..Summer is not running the squad...no...it is a little more "casual" this year...so all is good..(teehee). She clearly has watched her dad and his commitment to the Horns.

The good news is that Causal has sought after the services of a highly touted player from the Quinfigglin Softball League just outside of Meleb Manitoba. An announcement will be forthcoming over the next few days regarding this new and exciting acquisition (that is of course if Casual can close out the contact)

Concerning to the Summer GM is the fact that Casual appears to have completely missed Module 17: "Finalizing your Roster". Summer was so concerned that he went through video footage from last years Summer School only to find evidence that Casual might have not studied as hard as he let on. See Casual writing his final exam.

Either way, Casual is doing a yeoman's job out there and should be recognized for his efforts. Thanks Casual, you know we are just teasin'...and we only tease the ones we love!

Good Luck Herd,,,"Changes" are still happening!

Hello...Goodbye

2010 brings the winds of change. The man known to many as "Summer" is taking a Management Sabbatical. He is not saying "goodbye" for long, just for a little while. And goodbye only means from the field and Elkhorn front office. Family commitments are taking priority as there is a younger "summer" making waves is Manitoba Fast Pitch. "Hey, she is from my loin...what did you expect?" boasted the Summer GM!

"Summer" knew this was eminent last year and immediately enrolled Casual into "Summer School"! "He did great! He might not have performed as good after hours as Denise DaFleur ( see post May 22, 2009) but in class he definitely was the best I have seen!" indicated Summer.

The Elkhorn GM reminisced about "Summer" at Boston Pizza with Hugh...."To think I drafted that guy in 1985! And to see what he did for the overall organization....it is remarkable!"

Rumors are that there will be an Elmwood Elkhorn Hall of Fame celebration this year (25th yr Anniversary of the club) and "Summer" is alleged to be the first inductee! Who better?...c'mon now! Details to follow.

Summer led the team to multiple tournament victories and both A- Side and B-Side league championships. "When you're Built to Win", what do you expect?" indicated Summer...."I only chose the ripest fruit for this team, and the foundation is solid...very solid!"

"Hopefully this is just Summer Fallow" said a teary eyed Tiny Glove. His Hughness comforted Tiny by saying "Can you ever remember a year without "Summer"? I know it is tough to even imagine a year without "Summer" but "Summer" returns every year my dear."

Good Luck Summer and Good Luck Herd!

The Herd will be kicking off a new season with new management! New management brings new philosophies and new players. Casual has kept the foundations of the team but it is the new acquisitions that have him smiling!

"I am expecting Rhode to pave a highway to hell for other teams" commented Casual. And if Oliver lives up to potential, I think we have a replacement for Presto. "Presto the Magnificent", the outstanding left fielder for the past 3 seasons was upset that Summer would not be here saying "Man,, what's up with dat guy?,, I'll play Men's League this year and wait for him to come back" said a dejected Preston.

Melissa and Lauren should add some much needed youth to an aging franchise. "They compliment our overall level of play and certainly compliment this great looking squad quite nicely" indicated Casual.

The Gobblers are back, Tiny, Hugh, The Elkhorn GM, Les, Rob (ala Mr Mom), Tannis (Gypsy), Kelly, Sharon, Peggy and Casual are all returning.

Pictured above...is that Summer leaving or Casual coming? By the way, if anyone needs to see additional pics of Casual "coming" just comment to this blog.

Good Luck Horns in 2010! It's gonna be a great year for ball!!!

Hello Casual....Goodbye Summer.,,,,,,,