08-26-2009, 12:37 PM
The only thing I can think of is there's no Sullivan writing for the Cards or Sox. Also, given expectations coming into this year, both teams are playing at a high level. So, that opportunity to boo isn't as available.
I think more than anything, boos don't get drowned out at Wrigley with music, announcements, etc. The idiots aren't as "engaged" by racing hot dogs, or animated characters on score boards, or loud announcements or player chosen "intro music". At Wrigley, you have to sit and watch the game and talk with the person next to you... or boo, make signs, talk on cell phones, and make a general ass of yourself. I think that's a HUGE reason why Cubs fans are stereotyped the way they are, because the stupid fans in our venue can't have thier stupidity neutralized the way other they do at venues.
I think more than anything, boos don't get drowned out at Wrigley with music, announcements, etc. The idiots aren't as "engaged" by racing hot dogs, or animated characters on score boards, or loud announcements or player chosen "intro music". At Wrigley, you have to sit and watch the game and talk with the person next to you... or boo, make signs, talk on cell phones, and make a general ass of yourself. I think that's a HUGE reason why Cubs fans are stereotyped the way they are, because the stupid fans in our venue can't have thier stupidity neutralized the way other they do at venues.