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Should the the Pelicans "unofficially" shorten their name to the Pels?
Posted on 8/4/15 at 9:52 pm
Posted on 8/4/15 at 9:52 pm
Look I think everyone has warmed up to the new name of the Pelicans. From a branding point of view like jerseys, t-shirts, and hats, I think it's a no brainer. It's just that the name Pelicans doesn't strike fear in anyone. By "unofficially" shortening the name to the Pels similar to that of the Knicks, Cavs, Mavs, sixers, blazers, or the old Sonics just gets the name out there quickly. Sounds more Bad arse than the perception of a dumb arse bird like the rest of the country thinks. NOLA was the laughing stock of the league when they announced the name change. What do ya'll think?
This post was edited on 8/4/15 at 9:56 pm
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Posted on 8/4/15 at 9:57 pm to AmazinGrace
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Look I think everyone has warmed up to the new name of the Pelicans. It's just that the name Pelicans doesn't strike fear in anyone. By "unofficially" shortening the name to the Pels similar to that of the Knicks, Cavs, Mavs, sixers, blazers, or the old Sonics just gets the name out there quickly. Sounds more Bad arse than the perception of a dumb arse bird like the rest of the country thinks. NOLA was the laughing stock of the league when they announced the name change. What do ya'll think?
Lord knows the "Saints" strikes fear into the opponent.
Same tired arguments that make no sense. Pelicans is the team name. Abbreviate it to Pels when and if you want but changing the team name to Pels is retarded. Are people lambasting Oregon because their team name is a "dumbass bird?" Sounds like not everyone has warmed up to the name Pelicans just yet...
Posted on 8/4/15 at 10:05 pm to AmazinGrace
Pelicans are rather fierce birds. Read up on them.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 10:08 pm to ChewyDante
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perception of a dumb arse bird
The bird is way more bad arse than the nickname "pels".
If we still had the murder bird we wouldn't have this discussion.
You are missed Pierre
Posted on 8/4/15 at 10:40 pm to AmazinGrace
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NOLA was the laughing stock of the league when they announced the name change.
You realize that the chant "Let's go Pels" was first used at the official announcement by Joel, right?
Pels has been the official "unofficial" nickname since literally day one.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 10:40 pm to AmazinGrace
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Sounds more Bad arse than the perception of a dumb arse bird like the rest of the country thinks. NOLA was the laughing stock of the league when they announced the name change. What do ya'll think?
I think a month long ban for you sounds about right.
Posted on 8/4/15 at 11:25 pm to AmazinGrace
who the frick gets intimidated by the name of a fricking sports team
Posted on 8/4/15 at 11:35 pm to Let Me Take A Selfie
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who the frick gets intimidated by the name of a fricking sports team
Everyone is terrified of the bobcats
Posted on 8/5/15 at 12:14 am to AmazinGrace
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Knicks, Cavs, Mavs, sixers, blazers, or the old Sonics
Out of all of these the Knicks are the only ones that you could say "unofficially" shortened their name
Posted on 8/5/15 at 12:26 am to AmazinGrace
wasn't trying to get ya'll pissed off. I just think Pels jerseys and other merchandise would be bad arse. 
Posted on 8/5/15 at 12:26 am to AmazinGrace
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What do ya'll think?
That you are overly worked up over a name.
Posted on 8/5/15 at 12:30 am to AmazinGrace
I'm sure they'll probably have a Pels alternate at some point. But there is no reason to change the name.
Name intimidation is the worst argument ive ever heard over naming a team. I'm not just picking on you but in general this argument is brought up way too much. Most of the historic names in sports have no intimidation factor to them. The Boston Red Sox are hardly striking fear into anyone over a pair of clothing.
Name intimidation is the worst argument ive ever heard over naming a team. I'm not just picking on you but in general this argument is brought up way too much. Most of the historic names in sports have no intimidation factor to them. The Boston Red Sox are hardly striking fear into anyone over a pair of clothing.
Posted on 8/5/15 at 1:07 am to AmazinGrace
Posted on 8/5/15 at 2:05 am to AmazinGrace
Holy shite, TD is so retarded tonight. Where are you guys coming from?
Posted on 8/5/15 at 6:56 am to Cheesy Beaver
Wow dumbest post of the year and there's been a whole lot on this board
Posted on 8/5/15 at 7:34 am to Scrowe
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If we still had the murder bird we wouldn't have this discussion.
I miss this beast so damn much!
Posted on 8/5/15 at 7:39 am to AmazinGrace
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I just think Pels jerseys and other merchandise would be bad arse.
Maybe in another 5 years, I think the team was brilliant to emphasize New Orleans over Pelicans for pretty much everything. There's no better way to get this market to buy into a team before they start winning. Once Anthony Davis makes Pelicans gear a desirable thing, then maybe they can start emphasizing Pelicans or Pels, and nobody will laugh and point anymore.
Posted on 8/5/15 at 8:01 am to AmazinGrace
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Should the the Pelicans "unofficially" shorten their name to the Pels?
No, and you should leave and never come back for even suggesting it.
Posted on 8/5/15 at 8:06 am to AmazinGrace
This will not end well for you
Posted on 8/5/15 at 8:21 am to AmazinGrace
Lulz no.
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