THE AGREEMENT.
Nine years ago...
On a faithful day in the fall of 1995, two wide-eyed freshmen named Adam Blazar and Nicholas Muschiano made a wager that would forever change both of their lives. The two young men agreed that if Adam's beloved Red Sox were to win the World Series that year Nick would give Adam $250 with absolutely no strings attached. The Red Sox did not win the World Series, so there was no payment. Since the Red Sox hadn't won since 1918, Nick's confidence was sky high, which led him to place the same wager each year for the next 8 years...
October, 2004...
Since that magical day at Cranston High School East, the Yankees have gone on to win 4 World Championships, while the Red Sox, painfully, didn't win any. Nick was understandably frustrated that his team had won those 4 times and did not receive a dime, so the terms of the original agreement were altered. Minutes before the classic battle between the Red Sox and Yankees in the ALCS, they came to a verbal understanding that if the Yankees won another World Series Adam would give Nick $200, while Nick would still give Adam $250.
December 9, 2004...
To this date, the payment of $250 to Adam Blazar has yet to be made, nor has there been any attempt by Nick to settle this matter. In our opinions, and rightfully so, we believe Nick has committed a breach of contract. We now look to all of our loyal fanbase to give their opinion on this situation. Please post your comments or, if you happen to know where Nick lives, feel free to stop by his house to voice your complaint.
*Even before posting this there has been tons of mail pertaining to this subject...here are a couple favorites:
Dear Nick,
I am now speaking on behalf of my friend, Adam Blazar. He is so disgusted by your lack of integrity that he will no longer speak directly to you. Not only have you not sent the money for the Red Sox winning the World Series, but you haven't even responded to any of his attempts to reach you. We both hope you come to your senses and realize that the verbal contract was as good as anything on paper. Usually a friend's word is enough, but in this case, apparently not. If you feel so inclined to reach Adam, you can email him at Thrace36@aol.com, call him at 340-998-5743, or you can send the check for $250.00 to the address below:
Adam Blazar
Balzing Photos Inc.
Havensight Mall Bldg. VII
St. Thomas, USVI 00802
Be a friend and show the man some respect!
Thank You,
A Loyal Friend of Adam Blazar
And one more...
Dear Little Nicky,
After hearing about the situation, I am shocked and appalled. It was my understanding that you had indeed entered into a verbal contract with one Adam David Blazar. In fact, I know that this contract has been on going for quite a few years. I also know that you and Adam have been friends for quite some time. Until now I had also considered you a good man, one of respect and courtesy. All that being said, it is extremely surprising to me that not only have you not fulfilled your end of the bargain, but that you refuse to even address the matter with him. I know this is a hard time for you. Trust me I understand, after all I am a Red Sox fan, something that has been synonymous with heart break for 86 years. I know that being on the losing end of the greatest comeback in sports history has derailed the bandwagon that you have been riding on for so long. But what do we do when we fall of the bandwagon…err…horse? We get right back on, or we open our checkbooks and try to buy another championship. Steinbrenner has plenty of checks so I want you to start using a mantra that has helped ease the pain in New England for so many years…”There’s always next year.” Stop and say that a few times… Good. You should feel a little better by now. Pass that trick along to the 3 other traitors that live in the New England and still cheer for the Evil Empire. Now that you feel a little better, maybe you can discuss business with Adam. I’m sure you realize what an atrocity it would be, should you renege on your deal. Probably the ugliest thing since A-Rod bitch slapping the ball out of Arroyo’s glove like he stole his purse. So far, you have shown a severe lack of respect for Adam, and even worse a supreme lack of respect for yourself. Don’t be a disgrace to your beloved pinstripes, to Cranston, and to your friends. Follow through with your promise to your friend and give the man what he has earned.
Regards,
One of Adam's More Respectful Friends
*Here are some recent quotes in reference to the unfortunate event that has transpired in the life of Adam Blazar:
-"It's enough cash to make a bet interesting, but not so much that it will ruin your life!"
-“I don’t understand why he doesn’t just pay?”
-"I once knew of a kid who didn't pay one of his friends back. Things got so bad they had to use dental records to identify the cheapskate."
-"I usually only make bets with friends, because collecting money from other people is like pulling teeth. It's too bad friendship doesn't mean what it used to."
-"The tricky thing with bets is that sometimes you lose, but when that happens you just have stop answering your phone and hope it goes away."
-"I've always heard that character goes a long way in life...but I guess not as far as $250 for some people."
