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Jason Giambi and his magic gold thong
The key to turning the Yankees season around could be under Jason Giambi‘s pinstriped pants.
The Yankee slugger revealed Friday he slips on a gold lamé thong with a flame-line waistband when he’s trying to get out of a hitting slump – and he’s shared it with his teammates.
“It works every time,” Giambi told the Daily News after his secret was outed on Portfolio.com.
Derek Jeter agreed that Giambi’s thong works, although “it’s so uncomfortable running around the bases.”
“I had it over my shorts and stuff,” he said. “I was 0-for-32 and I hit a homer on the first pitch. That’s the only time I’ve ever worn it.”
Johnny Damon also admitted donning the golden panties “probably three times.”
“I may need to wear it again soon,” said Damon, who is batting a mediocre .255.
What is the secret of Giambi’s golden thong?
“You’re not worrying about your hands or your balance at the plate,” Damon said. “You’re worried about the uncomfortable feeling you’re receiving.”
In the earlier interview with Portfolio.com, Giambi claimed he also hung his thong in the lockers of teammates Bernie Williams, Robin Ventura and Robinson Cano when they had trouble generating runs.
“I only put it on when I’m desperate to get out of a big slump,” Giambi said.
The News showed its support for the sagging Yankees by delivering 26 golden thongs to the clubhouse – one for every player on the team and manager Joe Girardi.
Damon accepted his with a smile, saying, “I will definitely wear it if I can.”
The Yanks need something – they scored just six runs so far this week and are mired in the cellar despite having the biggest payroll in baseball.
Giambi – whose 2008 salary, $23.4 million, is the second highest in the majors – is struggling. He’s hitting .181 with 7 homers and just 20 RBI.
While Giambi’s silky secret may come as a shock to his fans, it wasn’t news to his teammates.
“Whoever is on slumps, puts it on,” catcher Jorge Posada admitted yesterday. “I don’t know if it works. I haven’t worn it yet.”
Posada added that “a lot of players have worn it,” but he didn’t name names. Asked if the thong got washed between wearings, he gave a cringe-worthy answer. “Ask Jason,” said Posada. “Jason is a little strange.”
Yankee outfielder Bobby Abreu recoiled and threw his arms up in the air when a reporter waved a variation of Giambi’s shiny underwear in his face.
“I don’t know anything about that,” Abreu insisted, though his bulging eyes said otherwise.
The question that appeared to get Abreu’s boxers in a bunch made Mets catcher Brian Schneider chuckle before last night’s Subway Series opener was rained out.
“There’s no thongs being passed around the Mets,” Schneider said. “Everybody’s got their own lucky charm.”
Giambi said the thong gets washed between wearings and he’s had it since 1996, when he played for the Oakland Athletics. He said the company that provided him with undergarments made it for him as a joke – and he’s been sharing the joke with his teammates ever since. The lucky undies were hanging in his locker yesterday.
“You’ve got to come and ask for it,” he said. “That’s the way it works.”
Giambi’s performance-enhancing trick ranks as one of the flashiest in a sport rife with superstitions, but the 37-year-old slugger is probably not the first ballplayer to boost his game by wearing offbeat undergarments.
Baseball lore is rife with stories about superstitious players wearing lucky boxers, or lucky T-shirts, or lucky socks – over and over again.
In the movie “Bull Durham,” up-and-coming pitcher Nuke LaLoosh (played by Tim Robbins) was talked into wearing a black garter belt.
That way, LaLoosh explained, he can “keep one side of my brain occupied when I’m on the mound, thus keeping the other side slightly off-center, which is where it should be for artists and players.”
In the Portfolio.com interview, Giambi didn’t explain his thinking behind the thong, but then that’s not his style.
The hard-partying, heavy-metal-loving, strip-joint-frequenting, Penthouse-reading Giambi said he is a Yankee cut from the Mickey Mantle mold.
Giambi bragged that his teammates called him a “modern-day Mick because I could play all day and party all night.”
However, nothing compares to what some Thai police officers found stashed in a man’s travel bag in May 2012 (warning: graphic pictures): six human fetuses that had been roasted and then carefully covered in gold leaf.
In addition to its protective features, the Easton Black Magic gear is also known for its comfort and fit. It is designed with adjustable straps and hook-and-loop fasteners, allowing catchers to customize the gear to their specific body shape and size. Moreover, the gear's materials are breathable and moisture-resistant, preventing excessive sweating and discomfort during long games or practices. Overall, the Easton Black Magic baseball gear for catchers is a top choice among players due to its high level of protection, comfort, and performance. Its advanced features and quality construction make it an excellent investment for catchers looking to enhance their game and stay protected on the field..
Reviews for "Unlock Your Potential with the Easton Black Magic Catcher's Gear Collection"
1. Ashley - 2 stars
I purchased the Easton Black Magic baseball gear for my son who plays as a catcher, but I was really disappointed with the quality. The helmet did not provide enough protection and felt flimsy. The chest protector did not offer sufficient coverage and the straps were uncomfortable. Overall, I found the gear to be poorly designed and not up to the standards I expected from Easton. I would not recommend this gear for serious catchers.
2. Michael - 1 star
I regret buying the Easton Black Magic baseball gear for catchers. The shin guards were too big and constantly slipped down my legs, making it difficult to move around and block balls effectively. The chest protector did not fit properly and felt restrictive. The helmet was uncomfortable and did not provide enough padding. I would not recommend this gear as it hinders performance on the field.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I purchased the Easton Black Magic baseball gear for my son, who is an avid catcher, but we were both disappointed with the quality. The chest protector did not provide adequate protection and felt cheaply made. The helmet did not fit comfortably and the straps kept coming loose during games. The shin guards were too bulky and hindered his mobility behind the plate. Overall, the gear did not live up to its claims and I would not recommend it to serious catchers.