This blog is off and running
Maybe we can finally put all of this “Kevin Youkilis can’t run” stuff to rest now.
Ever since I was drafted I’ve been labeled as someone who can’t run well and I’ve been determined to prove that I can get around the bases. Now, after hitting my first inside-the-park home run last night, maybe the doubters out there will have second thoughts.
I knew I’d hit the ball well and I knew the wind was blowing out toward right field a little. Then I saw Grady Sizemore running after it and, knowing the way Grady Sizemore plays, I half expected he’d make a miraculous catch by diving for it or something.
But as I was rounding first it kicked off that little triangle-cut wall in center field and I figured I better get moving. I thought if I could get going pretty good I might have a shot at an inside-the-park home run. I picked up DeMarlo Hale, our third base coach, and took off from there.
It was pure adrenaline -- and a little bit of exhaustion -- by the time I reached home plate. The score was just 3-1 at the time, so the run was important. It was my first inside-the-park home run ever, at least since I’ve been playing on fields with fences.
I’m not a fast starter. I’m not usually too quick the first 30 feet or so when I try to steal a base, for example. But once I get going, I’m OK the rest of the way. I’m usually pretty good going from first to third or first to home. Even in school I was always had better times in the 60-yard dash than the 40-yard dash. I just need to get a head of steam.
So it was great. It showed the doubters out there that I can run a little bit. Even the doubters on my own team.
Dustin Pedroia, pictured here below, thinks he’s faster than me but I think we put that to rest last night with the inside-the-park home run, too. He’s just not as fast as me.
On the road trip before this one there was a big debate on the club about who was faster -– Dustin or me. We had a lot of fun with it. It was all a big joke, really. Julio Lugo was in the middle of it in the dugout, saying, “I’m picking Dustin. He’s definitely faster than you.”
But last night after my home run, Julio seemed to change his mind. He told Pedroia, “You’ve got no chance. Youkilis is definitely faster than you.”
It’s a good time to be a player on the Red Sox right now. Winning makes everything a lot more fun as a player. Everybody gets along great when you’re winning. There are a lot of positive things happening with our club at this point.
The joking around about who’s faster was great for guys like Dustin and myself who haven’t been around all that long. It pulls us in and helps bring everyone together as a team. It’s all good humor and we’re enjoying what we do.
As far as I’m concerned, I’ve already proven I’m faster than Dustin but, who knows, maybe we can have a race for charity sometime. It couldn’t be during the season –- in case one of us ever tweaked a hamstring or something -– but maybe we could do it in the offseason. It would be fun.
Personally, I’ve enjoyed flying under the radar but I’ve been hitting well recently and don’t know how much longer I can do that. Batting in front of David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez in the order, I get pitched to more often. Pitchers want to get me out, so I see more pitches. Knowing they don’t want to fall behind allows me to be a little more aggressive.
I always felt I could hit if I go out and play every day and gain that confidence. But I’m not playing this game to become a superstar or win awards. I just want to have fun, do the best I can each season and hopefully have a long career.
The only goal that matters is winning a championship.
Name this blog
I noticed that Geoff Jenkins was asking fans to help name his blog and I think that's a pretty good idea. So Red Sox fans, let's hear some of your thoughts about what we should call this blog and we'll have some fun with it.
Posted by MLB.com during BP on Youk's behalf...he had to run
I like "Yooooouuuukkkk." About the best blog name there could be. It's better than, "He's rounding third and...rounding third....still rounding third...."
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My seats in LF grandstand last night provided a great view to watch Kevin churn up the base path. A nice win to start off the homestand.
Kevin, what suggestions would you give a guy who may soon become a novice blogger?
Suggested Name for Blog: Three-Unassisted
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**** I thought Pokey Reese was wearing number 20 last haha. Nice job bro. Great game all around but you lookin like the Flash takes the cake haha. Good job bro and goodluck the rest of the season.
You should leave the Blog YOOOUUUKK. That name is to tight to change.
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WOOOOOOOHOOOOO we're on a roll keep it up red sox!!!!!!! Youk has been under the radar for awhile but his bat is really starting to get some pop, and has come up big in some key situations.He deserves a big round of applause for his contributions to the team. The only question I have i how long can we keep this pace? Would it be to inconcievable to scale down alittle bit? When August comes around will our players be tired to continue at the pace right now?
GO SOX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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haha whats up youk? big time bosox fan here from PA. name your blog- youkihalion, trust me just pick this one
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whats up youk? i gota go with "yooooouuukkk" like DOG E TODD it would just fit right. just keep killing the ball. GO SOX!!!!
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Youk, you are the man, and now you have shown your stuff as a all around player. After that Insider the "parkah" (get used to it sir) you have shown so many people what you can and what the Red Sox can really achieve.
As for naming your blog, I couldn't really begin to think of what a good blog name should be. Personally, Youuuuuukkkk sums it up, it would be silly to change your call name, bro.
Take care, and go Sox!
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Yoooouuuuukkkk, we love you in New Jersey! That's right, diehard Redsox fans in the bowels of Yankeedom. Your blog sounded a little like Damon a couple of years ago,so be careful and follow your tongue--- we need you in Boston. Lets call the blog "Youk-Call-It"
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YOOOOOUUUK! You are making Red Sox nation prouder day by day. Your drive and spirit are unmatched- It's nice to see all of your hard work paying off. Can't wait to see you play next week in PHX. As for a name I like Duckdog's suggestion with a little extra- Youk-calls-it :>
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you should name this blog... Youk's Scoop
keep up the good work...cheers
Tom C. Sausalito, CA (by way of Cape Cod)
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you'll be YOOOUUUKKK until you end your career many, many years down the road with the Red Sox i hope. stick with YOOOUUUKKK or YOUKNATION
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youk, you should call the blog youks yackings
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How about something like "obviously first is faster than second" or like a pun on the fact that youk plays 1st and pedroia is 2nd?
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Hey Youk, nice HR yesterday.. keep it up all season Youk
Anyways, I think "Youuuuk" or something similar is the best name for it.
Something like "The Bearded Blog" or something would be cool too, that beard of yours is an enigma.
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Youk - I was very impressed with your run around the bases on the inside the park homer last night - one of the best and strongest finishes I've ever seen on that play. Great season and effort so far - best wishes for continued success for you and the team the rest of the way.
The blog name is obvious:
"Greek God of Walks Talks"
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I Think that Yooouukk would be good or anything about a local landmark since you're from around here. We love you here in RI... After last nights homerun (you looked soooo tired.) I have to admit there is a little crush there.... Good luck tonight.. Will be watching to see what else you can do... Love from the ocean state..
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Youk- I hope you can keep on this roll. It is fun to watch. I have always admired your attitude toward the game, but be careful. It you keep hitting like this you won't be under any radars.
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watch out manny watch out david here comes youk!! i like youk calls it. 4 your blog.
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It's pretty awesome you having a blog now. Now there are two Sox players with blogs.. you and Curt.
Very interesting stuff to read..
Congrats on that Inside the Park Homer..
And I'm sure you're faster than Dustin.. your legs are longer.
Ok..that was a cheap shot.
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hey youk, funny story. i was at the game last night and i was getting pissed off at this guy, who seemed like a Sox fan, that was hoping you'd go 0 for 4 last night. The reason: the guy he's going against in fantasy baseball this week has you on his team. Needless to say, it made it that much sweeter to watch you hit that inside-the-park homerun so I could laugh in his face and remind him that his loyalties should remain to the Sox and not his computer. What a tool.
Anyway, I know you're not Greek, even though people call you the Greek God of Walks, but how bout this for a blog title? "The Greek God of Blogs". I think it has a nice ring to it.
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I like Youks Corner or just Yooouukk!! Keep on hitting the ball like you are now; your attitude towards the game is incredible. I am so glad you are a aprt of the Sox. You looked pretty fast on Sportscenter!!!
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YukMail - or Youks Yuks! Nice wheels!
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Youk, what a season so far,keep it up bro! As far as the naming of the blog goes it should be "THE GREEK GOD OF WALKS NO MORE" GO SOX!!
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The Greek god thing is going to follow you the rest of your life. Why fight it? Call it "The Greek God of Blogs."
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Kevin - if you've ever watched a long hitting streak on TV, on sportscenter, etc., you know how every fan in the game (except possibly Yankee fans) roots for you to continue the hitting streak. Keep it going into the 30's, and you'll have the world on your side. You can do it Youk, you can break the record! (Rob Schneider voice)
For the name, I would have to go with "The Guy faster than Dustin Blog"
You gotta keep rubbing it in. I was hoping that in Dustin's next AB, he would hit one to the same spot, and we could really have a test.
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How about Kevin's Quickie?
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Youk:
Greetings from florida! Congrats on your season so far. Been a big sox fan all my life, so i know the history. This year looks good. you've got the pieces in place.
I wish this year's all star game was in an A.L. park. You're having an all star year. Papi's a household name and let's face it, a team without him in the lineup just isn't the best we could put out there. You should both be on the ballot. I wrote you in on my first ballot. (sorry Papi)
How 'bout a contest for your blog? Pick the name and the winner gets an all expenses paid trip for two to Fenway for a weekend series against, say, i don't know... the yankees (hisssss) in, let's say... october! (just a suggestion).
Put me down for YoukSoup.
Congrats again and GoSox!
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YOUK
Ever since the beginning of your career i knew you'd be great! I am a diehard red sox fan living in new york (which all of my friends USED to rag on me for before 2004) KEEP IT UP YOU'RE MY FAVORITE RED SOX PLAYER BY FAR. GREEK GOD OF WALKS? MORE LIKE GREEK GOD OF 21 GAME HITTING STREAKS (as of now im watching the game i just saw your RBI double off the monstah)
GO SOX
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Youk: First and foremost you are a beast... and im pretty sure you could do some sort of ultimate fighting...secondly name the blog "yooooouuukkk" and third if you dont make the all star team someone should get beat. I love Ortiz as much as everyone else but it's time he gets a year off and you deserve a spot on that team.
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Youk, hi, from Guatemala(thats central america by the way). ure a great player, i like your approach to the game, congrats on this great year ur havin, even better than last year in which i think you did a great job. Nice thing you have a blog now!
On the blog name YOUUUUUUUUKKK! or YOUK CALLS IT.
Continue the good work.
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Heres a blog name.... "Youktastic!"
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Youkan't Catch me
Youkan do it (ala waterboy)
Youkan't get enough of me
Guess who's on First? Kevin Youkilis! (ala Leary)
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I remember back when people weren't sure whether you'd be enough as our everyday first baseman... ha. Thanks for all your hard work and great energy you bring to the field. One of the best games was when you hustled out that infield hit last year on Patriots Day so Loretta could hit that walkoff. Keep Yooouuukkk as the blog name. Have you seen the movie '300?' Comical how they call you the "Greek God of Walks" (even though you're not Greek) and then you go and grow a goatee just like the Spartan King from '300'... I'll be at the game tomorrow night to see you extend it to 22.
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YOUK! i have to say man, you are on a tear (if you didnt already know) Im from new jersey, so all of my friends are yankees fans, but my dad steered me in the right direction. whenever you guys are intown at the stadium, i make atleast one trip out to watch the game (perfect record when im at the games)
I picked you up on my fantasy team during the drafts, adn everyone said it was a wasted pick. look whose laughing now.
but i think you should call it Fast Times at Fenway Park
stay hot
-Sam
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Congrats Kev - Awesome start to the season! For the blog - how about "Yuks with the Youk!"
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In pahk homah... wicked awesome!
definitely
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
GREEK GOD OF BLOGS
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You should name it "Youk is faster"
Haha
Great start this season Kevin, I hope you continue and I think the red sox will definetly make a great run at the championship
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EVERYONE even though Kevin isn't on the all star ballots you can still vote for him by putting his name in!
Come on guys lets get Youk to the all star game which is where he belongs!
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YOOOOUUUUK! You are my favorite player. After Nomar left, I needed a favorite player, and I saw you warming up in the first spring training game. I picked you out as my favorite player and you have been the man. You are a great hustler and thats why I have always liked you. Keep up the awesome start!
Name for the blog: Youks Union
or KEVIN YOUKSDAMAN BLOG
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Hey Kevin, congrats on the 21 game hit streak. keep it up! im a sox fan from NY.hard to catch all the games but do the best i can with sportscenter and xm radio. i would go with "YOOOOOUUUUKKKKK!". I think it suits fans and you the best.Good luck with the season and your blog. GO SOX!!
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I've followed you and Dustin from the PawSox days and still having a good time watching you up in the majors. (he's a fast little guy, but that inside the park was b-e-a-utiful) I was at the game last night and it was so amazing (my first Red Sox win at Fenway too, which was awesome!)
as for a name: they've said it many times. YOOOUUUUKK!
it's priceless. :]
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hello kevin, first off i am a die hard redsox fan from missoula, montana. congrats on the hitting streak, and just so you know, you are one of the best firstbasemen in the mlb. i have tickets to see you guys in seattle on the 25th and the 26th and that will be the only time i get to see the sox this year. i am pretty excited about it and as for the name, i really like youkscoop and if not that, just yooooouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuukkkkkk keep up the good work
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How about calling it "Youk's Nook"?
Great job last night with the inside-the-park home run--stand up, to boot! Not sure I've ever seen one without a slide or dive before. Congrats on the hit streak, too!
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Hey Kevin, big fans in NY here. We made it to Fenway on April 14th only to find out you weren't playing that day. :( Not to miss out, my 3-yr old daughter decided to try out her "Youuuukkkk" while in the concourse...she was greeted back with quite a few "Yoouuukks". And both she and her 5-yr old brother know when you are up to bat and always "Yoouuukkk" for you whether we're listening on the radio or fortunate enough to pick up a game on tv. Name for your blog...how about "Running at the mouth"? ;) Keep up the good work amd we can't wait until we're talking about your 50-game hit streak. :)
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we miss hearing from you over at DOKY Kevin! congrats on a great season so far and i definitely think you should stick with "YOOOUUUKKKK"
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hey kevin great job last night, keep it up with the hitting and does anyone else besides some people at ESPN realize that you havent made an error in the field since last july? anyways what about Youk's News... yeah its a little cheesy but its a blog
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I think the blog should be called Kevin's Corner. Just kidding, obviously it has to be "YOOOOOOOOOUUUUUUUUUUUKKKKKK" or something of the like. Keep up the hot stick! May your slumps be short! YES! YOU JUST HOMERED OVER THE MONSTAH! JUST AS I WAS TYPING THIS! You rule
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By the way, you're definitely my write-in vote for the all star game, it would be hard to keep you off the all star team if you keep up the current pace, even if you aren't on the ballot.
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"Yooouking (Play on yucking) it up with Kevin"
Cheers -- keep up the great work!
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Hi Kevin. Lifelong Sox fan, and I'm glad to see the success you and the rest of the boys are having this season. I hope you can bring home another World Series. Good luck to all of you. By the way, I'd stick with Yooooouuuuukkkkk on the blog name.
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Another DOKY child here... I agree with the majority of naming the blog YOOOOUUUUUUKKK! (I try to be the loudest longest "Youk"er in my section (sore throat today to prove it)Some other Blog name suggestions:
Talk Youk
I am not a Walker - I am a Runner!
Youk Scoop
Youk's Nation
Blog from the Beard
Good Luck naming the blog and keep kicking a$%!!!!
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YOUUUUKKK!!
Two nights in a row with a home run your doin sick keep up the good work!.....If you have any news regarding the "Lil Youks" program please post it. I am a patient at Mass General and it truely would be a once in a lifetime thing to be apart of. The nurses there told me all about last year and ive been anxious to see if it was going to happen again..."YOUUUUUUUK" is a solid choice I think for the name of this blog, its short and to the point....GO SOX BABY!!
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This is a suggestion for naming your blog:
"Youk-a-lately"
Get it? Ukulele (the little guitar they use in Hawaii)...
Youk-a-lately.
Congrats on the inside-the-parker! Great hustle! Go Sox!
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Youk! I have two, it can go either way:
Youk's Yak
or
Tales from the Youk
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I never miss a game you are doing great. My 3 year old loves the game and watches with me it's our quiet time. I think you should name the blog running diamonds around Pedroia it has a nice ring to it. My son was born on my birthday which is this Sunday he turns 4 hit a homer for us and stomp on those Yanks!!!!!
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how about "Youk's Fountain of Youth"?
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Howdy! I just saw you hit yet another one out. Amazing!!
How about "Like Youk Sees 'Em" as in "You've gotta call 'em like you see 'em"? Maybe a bit too long or not immediately recognizable as part of the phrase..
Anyway...what's up with the Red Sox and hair/facial hair? I've been wondering this for a few years now. Is it a reaction to the strictly imposed tidiness of the Yankees? Does everyone have to do something with their hair or facial hair? Is it a rule? Even Curt Schilling appeared to get into the Kevin Millar bleach a few years ago...
I mean no disrespect, of course. I'm quite entertained by it all. It's just been gnawing at me.
Anyway, you are all playing brilliantly and there is nothing more Red Sox fans can ask of you. For once, we have absolutely nothing to complain about (imagine that). Thanks to you all for playing so well. You look like you're having a great time and as 2004 proved, that's the best way to play.
Be well!
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Homer into the Monstah! Nice job Youk!
"Yooooooouuuuuuuuuukkkkk" Is a perfect name for the blog. Although, I did like Youk's Yakkings too.
You rock Youk.
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I kept waiting for the theme from "Chariot's of Fire" to start playing when you were rounding second. As a lifelong Sox fan, I believe you and Trot Nixon are one and the same in spirit. You both play as if you'd break through a wall to make a play at any second.
Keep doin' what you're doin'!
I'd stay with YOOUUUUK!
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It's a lot if fun to be a fan right now, especially since I (we all) have paid many a pennance being one since Day One. Can't imagine how enjoyable it must be as a player these days!
How about "Youk & Yous"? Kind of a Baahstan thing.
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YOUK!!!
you have been a really fun player to watch coming up through the red sox. I love watching you play. You're a great inspiration to me!! Keep up the EXCELLENT job man. go for it all.
how about 20 Yooouukkk:The Word for the blog name
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"They're Not Saying Boo, They're Saying Youk"
Keep it up!
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Youk, we are currently discussing the who's faster debate over at Baseball-fever.com, we'd be honored if you came and discussed your opinion:
http://www.baseball-fever.com/showthread.php?t=62181
My money is on you, man, although I think you should both race, pole to pole, at the All-star game, just like Charles Barkley and **** Bevetta at the NBA all-star game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9twwa9DvE1U
Please come join the discussion at Baseball-fever, we'd be absolutly honored to have you
-Williamsburg2599
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I have 2 suggestions.
1) Youkspace
(slightly corny, but hey!)
2) FOUNTAIN OF YOUK!
(based on an earlier suggestion, with a little twist.) I really like this one.
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I second previous name idea "Three-Unassisted."
I hope you make the All-Star game, you totally deserve it and hopefully the fans/coach will recognize your hard work.
Best of luck the rest of the season, go Sox!
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Totally awesome !!! I LOVE YOUUUUUUUUK ! How about.....
YOUK KAN BLOG IT
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i love the fact you started this blog i love the redsox and where im from you dont get alot of redsox games so i have to rely on the web. you should just stick with yooouuukkkkk as the name. you guys rock
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I wish we had more players like you in Professional sports. Just like you proudly wear the RED SOX uniform, we are proud to be your fans. KEEP IT UP
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How about The Youkster?
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Red Sox fan here from the 'nati. Any suggestions on where we could catch Sox games on TV here? Besides Arroyo's house?
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I gotta say i like the sound of "The Greek God of Blogs"
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You think it's fair to have a foot race against some one with legs so tiny? Also, someone should tell the littleputian to adopt a bagwellian batting stance, that's a fruitflys strike zone he could have right there!
how about Youkilhouse? ...ok, i tried.
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Youk-Yak
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GO ******* SAWX!!!! You guys are wicked awesome! how bout- Yoooooouuuk- Greek God of running. stuck out in ND, send me some signals for some games eh? someone, pleaase! keep it up youk! you rock man!!
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Kevin, I'm a life long Red Sox fan and a retired Army soldier. The Sox are blessed to have such a fine player as you, not with just your glove but also with your bat. I have tickets to see you and the team in Tampa on Sat. and Sun, July 28/29. Wishing you the very best the rest of the year. GO SOX!!!!!
Blog: Youk's Nation
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Kevin:
My Jewish friend suggested that you call the blog "Motzah Blog Soup."
Also, it's all in the beard. Just like Action Hank. Don't you dare shave that thing.
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Hey Kevin,
You've basically been my favorite player ever since playing all those games in 2004 when Bill Mueller was out. Since last season, you made me look like a genius for predicting you'd be an amazing player. When it comes to suggesting blog names, I would love to selfishly recommend my username on the Red Sox website I moderate at: Youk of the Nation. A nice play on a song title and a little reminder that you're one of the best players out there in the eyes of 'Red Sox Nation'. Keep raking, man, and try not to leg out too many inside-the-parkers if you can help it. I dont want you to hurt yourself!---Derek
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Youk,
For your brother and his pals, please call the Blog:
"Youk Enjoy Myself"
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I'm one of ur biggest fans, but I still have to say I think Old Dusty would beat you in a race around the ballpark. Nice HR today it was a lined shot. Batting .358 and a 21 game hitting streak, (In Borat Voice) Very nice... Very Nice..
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Hey YOOOOUK! You are truly on fire man .358? WOW! I was watching yesterday and when that ball hit off the wall in the triangle I knew you'd hustle all the way around. You are gonna have a big year Youk. I don't wanna jinx u, but if you continue on this tear, u could.. or not could--WILL win the AL batting title. U are having an all-star season man. KEEP IT UP!!!!
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Hey great job so far this season!! I really hope to see you at the all-star game, you deserve it. From now on you shall be called the "The Greek God of Inside the Parkers" but I gotta say "The Greek God of Blogs" Here's a pretty good suggestion: "Blog of the Youkilis"
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Hey Youk great job your doing ,I always liked you as a player and knew you were a player with great potential ,And man am I glad I get to witness you play everyday. I never miss a Red Sox game and have my own blog too. I think you ahould name your blog Youk's Jukes. Check mine out sometime and leave a comment:
http://blogspot.redsoxnut63.com
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Definately YOUUUUUUUUUUUK would be my vote !! Kevin. keep up the pace! Big year for you and we are loving it out here in Red Sox Nation!! As you hustled around the bases last night, I was ****** wind right along with ya!!
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How about calling the blog:
"Youk heard it here first!"?
A few years ago, Youk stayed an extra year of seasoning at Pawtucket to get more at bats (and to learn first base). This spring, I thought we should have kept Loretta one more year to do the same seasoning for Dustin, but he's proved to me now that he belongs in the bigs. Congrats to you both!
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I'd go with Yooooouuuuukkkkk, THe Greek God of Blogs, Kevin Jewkilis(represent), bostondirtdog4life, or Motzah blog soup. PS. keep up the hard work.
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OOPs Youk I was having a Dislecsic moment there my blog address is http:redsoxnut63.blogspot.com
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hey youk-nice streak, and nice homers, both in the park and out of it. how about youk yaks? everybody seems to like the idea of 'yooouuuuk,' but for some reason the idea of using one's own hometown cheer as a blog title seems a tad sophomoric. ah well.
again, thanks for all you're doing this incredibly season.
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God you guys are on fire. That makes me and my kids so happy. It only adds to my joy that the evil empire is soooo bad this year. As for the blog name I like "View form the 1st baseline.
Thanks for playing so hard this year millions appriciate it. Lets get the title back to Boston where it belongs.
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Hey Youk great job your doing ,I always liked you as a player and knew you were a player with great potential ,And man am I glad I get to witness you play everyday. I never miss a Red Sox game and have my own blog too. I think you ahould name your blog Youk's Jukes. Check mine out sometime and leave a comment:
http://redsoxnut63.blogspot.com
I am really messing up tonight putting in my blog address this one is right
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YOUK!!
I play high school ball in PA and you're my favorite player. Go figure i'm a right handed first baseman who has played some spot time at third this year. I also wear the number 20 and love da sox. Keep the hot streak going it's great to see you up there ripping. How about You-Kan Run.
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Youk, I've been a fan of yours since the SeaDogs and then the Red Sox cruise. Congratulations on a great beginning to the 2007 season and now your own blog. You are definitely known as Youuuuuk. Maybe you can call your blog: "You Can Call Me Youuuuuk...Just Don't Call Me Out!" All the best in 2007 and beyond. Soxcruiser
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Great job Youk! We love ya!
As for the blog name how about
"The Gospel According to Youk"
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First of all...LOVED the in the park homerun! Wow! You can move! Thrilled with your success and how you have made such an impact on our team! Woooooooo hoooooooooo! Second. My idea for the blog name...Youk's Bull Session is my vote!!
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"Youk can Do it!"
Love ya, Youk. Especially when they cut to you messing with someone in the dugout... the antics crack me up.
Keep it up all-star!
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How bout naming the blog: Circling the bases with Youk.
or
The Greek God of Blogs
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I'm so excited about this blog! You guys are so much fun! My 2 boys and my niece are keeping track of where the Sox stand and the Yankees! They were arguing over what place the Yanks were in and finally we told them, it doesn't matter...we're #1!!! Keep it up! As for a blog name I like "Yooouuukkkk!", "You Can Call Me Youuuuuk...Just Don't Call Me Out!", and for us ladies......"Youkilicious!"
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Youk da man! Ok, that was cheesy, but I do consider you a great asset to this team, Kev'! Some of us wondered how you would perform early on, back when you were shuttling back and forth from Pawtucket to Boston. Needless to say, you answered many a Sox fans prayers. You're doing an exceptional job! As for a Blog Name, I can't seem to get ABSOYOUK (instead of Absolute) out of my mind. Maybe it's because vodka is my vice? HA! Absolute Youk would also suffice. Hope this finds you well, and pumped! Go, SOX!
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You should call your Blog : YOUK'S HOT CORNER.
Always have loved the way you play the game... Keep raking YOUK!!!
D.P. wishes he had your speed!
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My vote:
Grinding it out with Youk!
Good to read ya Kevin!
PS. are you really greek, I thought Loretta mentioned in an interview last year you were not!
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I think your Blog should be called "YOUKISMS"! Great hustle and keep swinging the bat well! RedSox nation loves it!
Steve Baker
Mililani Hi
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i think you should leave it as yoouuukkk!!!
your my favorite player and your doing great!!!awesome glove and keep up the good hitting.
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A name- Youk Movement.
Bla.
John Meter-Perel was saying on Dennis and Callahan this morning- "Youk is going to break Dimaggio's record", some Joe Dimaggio relative called up and tried to make a bet that you would'nt.
Don't worry about it, just have fun. That's what I do.
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I have two suggestions for naming your Blog - either "Youk's Musings," or, in honor of your prominent feature in Michael Lewis' book, you could go with "Moneyblog."
Congrats on your in-the-parker, because I have no life I just watched it over and over on MLB tv. Keep rocking the RedSox
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Lets see how many people can be in this club with me....I can say honestly and I have the ticket stubs to prove it I've seen Youk hit his first MLB HR in Toronto(my buddies and I took a roadtrip) and I was sitting in the 3rd base Loge section to watch Youk motor around 3rd for his 1st MLB in-the-park HR!! I've follow Kevin for a few years now..dating back to the minors I always knew this kid was going to be a special ball player....I'm happy to gloat and say I'm RIGHT!! Keep up the good work KEV-NICE!!
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Keep the name what it is...perfect. Last weekend I had a "Best at Each Position" conversation with friend of mine at work. For first base in the AL, I named you, of course. I told my friend how worried I was when you kept going up and down to the Pawsox that you'd go to some other team so you could play every day. Thanks for stickin with the Sox. Man, you're doing what we all knew you would. Thanks for doing what you do and proving to my friend that, for once, I actually know what I'm talking about.
Great insidetheparkah buddy, keep it up.
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I agree YOOOOOOUUUUUUK is definately a good choice for the blog
anyways i wanna say how awesome you've been dude, i got you on my fantasy team so i've been keeping track of you and so far so good - keep it up. Also, just to let you kno, you got a lot of fans out on the west coast too - i've been keeping my bosox pride out here
Keep it up dude we're goin all the way this year
- sunofagun
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Hi there Youk. You are a thrilling player and a fitting Boston Red Sock.
California Fire Captain Sox fan here (since 1967) with a 10 y/o boy who loves the Sox too!
We'll be seein' yuze guys in Phoenix, San Diego and Anaheim. Those will all be home games for the Sox, I promise.
Blog name? Youkalippedus? Nah
Youkilingus? Too risque
YOUK...Walks & Talks Sox? Maybe.
Your hustle is inspiring. You lead a great nation.
Jim Townsend
Red Sox Nation
Southern California Battalion
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There are two names that come to mind.... the first is The Greek God of Blogs and the second is Youkipedia...
Tim Brooks
Dallas, Texas
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Youk,
You are my favorite player after Dwight Evans.If you keep playing like you have been that may change.Hope your career with the Sox is as long as Dewey's
was!As for your blog I would like to see you name it
Youkaclippedus!Hah!
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hey there youk!
Liked your blog. If I had a name, i would suggest...
"...from the Greek God of Blogs."
...unfortunately it's the best I can come up with at this time. You're doing great out there Youk! Keep it up.
dmike
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hey rabbi youkilis--yeah, we know u can hit, but how much can ya bench??
anyhoo, i would name your blog "the youk testament" (sort of like the "new testament", except it has a goatee). shabat shalom!
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We love ya, and the Sox, up here in northwestern Canada, Youk! Great to see you and the team pulling out all the stops. Keep up the PHENOMENAL work.
Keep your blog name as it is; it's perfect and unique. But if you need another suggestion, how about...
"The Fountain of Youk"
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Having lost Trot you are THE OFFICIAL DIRT DOG still standing (and panting!). Also, it's about time more people thought of you and a gold glove in the same breath. You are doing tremendous Youk! We know it's not easy. You've earned the respect of Redsox Nation! Now....about that $10,000,000 per year contract!
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Keep up the numbers and hopfully we will see you on the All Star team.
Here's our name suggestions:
The Greek God of Walks', Talks
or
God of Walks' Talk
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That was ludicrous speed! Or should I say Youkicrous speed. Save some of that pep for October, and I'll be watching on the webcast out here in West Australia with my morning coffee. Yes the nation has expanded down under. For your blog how bout "Youkyak" or "lumbah yahd"
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yea youk my man its good that we have you we released trot and millar our other first baseman but hey who needs them when we got you ha well my man ill be looking forward to seeing you on that all star team and in october and hey keep it up your doing great go sox YANKEES ****
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Youkk, down here in the Boogie Down, we call you "Hit-Dog". I teach in the BX (w/former pawsox lefty joe clausi) and we enjoy being the only red sox fans among a sea of jeter-heads. Thanks. You should be on the all star team. Peace out.
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Cheezy, but how about (and pardon the length):
Youk-ity Yak: Youk Talks Back
anyone else LOVE where the yanks are right now? CELLAR!
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