Boston Bullies

The Boston Red Sox are on the cusp of winning another World Series. The Rockies just had too long a break, giving them time to think about what they were doing (and we all know that when we think too much about something, we tend to lose focus).

Ordinarily, this would make me happy. I grew up a Boston Celtics fan (just to annoy my Lakers loving sister), and as I grew more aware of the other sports, I began to embrace all things Boston.

The Red Sox. The New England Patriots. Heck, even the Boston Bruins.

Now? I'm sick of Boston. First, the Patriots. I was deliriously happy when they beat the Oakland Raiders in the infamous "Tuck Rule" game; then they beat my favorite team at the time, the St Louis Rams to win the Super Bowl. Then they were beating up on the Colts, and their fans started becoming really obnoxious (especially after two more Super Bowls). Now? After acquiring Moss they look virtually unbeatable, and they have a chip on their shoulder because of CameraGate. Just mention that they cheated (which they did!) and their fans immediately rush to their defense. Especially Bill Simmons.

Now, the Red Sox. I was a big fan because they were lovable losers; I even predicted a Sox/Cubs World Series in 2004 (which almost came true), and was happy when they won. Then the fans became obnoxious (sense a pattern here?) and now with their second miracle comeback and impending World Series ring they've become even more annoying.

Even Boston College is getting in on the action. They're #2 in the BCS, and have an excellent chance of being in the BCS Championship. Fortunately, their fans are drowned out by the even more obnoxious SEC fans (Geaux Tigers?!? Seriously?)

Who's next, the Celtics? Kevin Garnett fell into their laps. We'll see what they'll do--the only saving grace is that it's nearly impossible that Kobe will become a Celtic; heck, Ainge and McHale made sure that Garnett would not become a Laker. But if they make it to the Finals and win watch out--their fans would be insufferable.

Maybe success does breed contempt; they have the chance to do something rare this year, a city winning two or more major championships, like the Greater Los Angeles area (Lakers/Angels). Or maybe it's just the annoying fanboys, the vocal minority who drown out the otherwise normal fans who are just happy that they have a good product in their hearts and minds.