The Yankees take a 2-0 lead in the ALDS and I've heard the following complaints from both supporters and detractors.

1. The games took too long.
2. The rather contradictory observation that too many fans vacated their seats.
3. The bullpen usage was not optimal.
4. The fans were too quiet.
5. The rather contradictory observation that the fans rowdily shouted "uber" at an opposing pitcher.

The so-called taunt is a little funny, but not very funny.

It's a little clever in the sense that it requires a deep knowledge of a nondescript major league pitcher.


It's  obnoxious in the sense that it's quite clear that 90 percent of the people participating in the chant have no idea why they're doing it.

But that is sometimes part of the fan experience. You collectively and loudly celebrate the misery of your opponents.

I've heard a lot worse than "uber," believe me.

One time, in Minnesota, I remember when the fans referred to visiting player Mike Carp as a fish. Because his last name sounds like a fish. Vicious.

I also remember a time at Yankee Stadium when ... I can't remember who it was precisely, but it may have been Shannon Stewart ... sounds plausible early in his career ... and the fans in the bleachers were relentless for three hours ... "you have a girl's name" ... and the guy finally snapped in the ninth inning, turned around and flipped the bird to everyone in the bleachers.

As expected, that settled the fans down. They apologized for their obnoxious behavior, took their seats, and promised to refrain from drinking alcohol in public settings going forward.