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Originally Posted by Don Mueller
I suppose if you post ad nauseum it must be right.
In the same era that "blue" was evolving from "blew the call" if an umpire was considered "gay" it just meant he was happy and I doubt if a coach accused said umpire of being gay that said umpire would do anything but smile and agree.
Today "blue" is an accepted way to address an umpire and if a coach calls you "gay" he'll almost always be asked to find the parking lot.
Things change. Hey did you hear about DH rule?
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Originally Posted by Steven Tyler
Don,
I still trying to grasp the concept where Steve stated that many of the umpires in his association disliked to be called, "Blue". However, the name of his association is San Diego Blue.
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Many words in language become a social norm where they are in general usage though offensive and meant to be derogatory. For years you could hear wop, spic, mick, ni**er does their common usage make them right? They are words use to offend and draw a response or degrade. It is difficult to change the fans and casual observers of the game. However the Manager or Coach I am working with have established a professional relationship. I do not say Hey Accountant what the bottom line or Yo Engineer where the design.
Even if your have never work a "pro" game if you accept a check for the games you call you are a professional.