It's The MTM NFBC Vegas Party, Baby! Friday, 3/20/20 at The Bellagio!

[Baseball Furies]

YES, IT'S BACK and destined to be better than ever! The NFBC will again not be returning to the Bellagio this year, but the party, and quite frankly the best damn social event of the entire two weeks of NFBC live events, will be! And it's now just a mere SEVEN WEEKS AWAY! Greg is once again stepping to the plate on our behalf, to reserve us our fabulous penthouse suite with the spectacular lake view and balconies as we have come to enjoy over the last several years.

So the tradition will continue with my FIFTH installment already out there in Sin City this time on Friday evening the 20th after the completion of most of the live events of the day over at the Park MGM. And I don't want to hear any bullshit excuses about the five minute tram ride over...and God forbid most of you reading this got a little exercise once in a while and walked the mile or so over to the Bellagio from the squalor of the tenement district of the Park MGM. Just do like Tom does and pretend that there will be a hot babe you don't have to pay for with a case of Snickers Bars there waiting for you. That should light a fire under your collective lazy asses! You could also use the next several weeks getting in shape to help make the trek a little easier. Start with maybe the "Buns of Steel" videos and work your way up to a Thigh Master or something. I also heard that Semsel may be setting up his own personal, NFBC Rickshaw service to shuttle you guys back and forth to help out this year. So I am hoping that as many of my fellow fanatics and NFBC brethren will put this on their schedules to join me for a great evening of late night festivities. For all of you who attended last year, a great time was had by all as always. This being Vegas, and with so many of us getting together who really don't get a chance to see each other very often, let alone ever meet in person in the first place, there again needs to be a party worthy of the NFBC and in the true MTM tradition of fun, food, drink, light to medium debauchery which may include but not be limited to a small contingent of some of midwestern prostitutes who will be open to offering Wisconsin Dust Storms to anyone who is game if I can arrange it. Again, I encourage one and all NOT to research into this too much as you may be a bit taken aback about the actual notion of something called "Wisconsin Dust Storms" being available at this party. Maybe I should just settle for Jenny Butler jumping out of a cake.



EDITOR'S NOTE: I do realize that the mere mention of exploiting such a sweet, innocent Ohio girl like fellow NFBC competitor, Jenny Butler, could be construed as terribly un-PC especially given the #metoo era that we are all living in. But rest assured, Jenny is under no pressure or obligation whatsoever to jump out of a cake...wherever this fucked up, deviant, and sexually deranged idea originally came from.

As a matter of fact, I gave her the option of just attending topless, and she chose to go that route instead. And lucky for me. Do you realize the cost of cakes these days, especially human size ones? And let's not forget the legal fees I'd be destined to incur. But I digress...

There will plenty of room to mingle, bullshit, trash-talk, take photos, get draft advice from me, etc. at your leisure for as long as you'd like that evening. There will be music, beverages, cigars, and I'll again have some draft results up on the big screen T.V. for all of us to debate about, especially the MTM Ultimate which will have taken place the week before in NYC. There will again be a full open bar like last year, and a delicious catered spread, so come both thirsty and hungry!

Now as much as I'd love to foot the remaining tab for this little riot, who the fuck do you think I am? David Einhorn?!!


In this rare video from his youth, David Einhorn as a child plays one of his favorite kids games he made up with his neighborhood friends:
"Wheeeee Money!"


But this time next year, it will be all on me in celebration of my great victory and crowning as The People's Champion after I win my first overall Main Event title! [EDITOR'S NOTE: Mike said the same thing last year, and he didn't win jack shit.] So this being said, based on what it ran me last year minus the price of the room, it's only going to be about $100 a head this year all inclusive. I may also add a $25 per head tolerance service fee for all the bullshit that I need to put up with just to make this thing go down without a hitch, including my mood relaxers for dealing with Greg each year.

So if you're planning on being in Vegas this year, and would like to be a part of the festivities, please post your name to this thread. I will then decide if you have my permission and are worthy enough to attend.

So let's get this rolling! I'd like to have about 40 minimum, and we can have as many as 50, so the more the merrier as far as I'm concerned. All are welcome, including significant others if you would like to subject them to this type of torture. I'll be sending out some personal invites via texts and PM's, but let's get things started here.

If you want in, I'm starting to collect fees for this now since I have to leave deposits for the catering etc. You can PayPal or Venmo me the funds to [email protected] or @Michael-Massotto respectively...or feel free to send money to both if you would like.


Nothing like a nice lake view of the fountains from the balcony while you're out smoking a premium cigar and sipping some fine bourbon or scotch?















Anyone else getting excited yet? So who wants in? Please let me know ASAP. I know many of you have been asking me for weeks about this, but I can't remember everyone, so get back to me again. You can PM me, text me, or even DM me via Twitter @MikeMassotto with any questions or if you want me to add you to the guest list. Thanks all. Can't wait!


MTM Vegas Party Mostly Distinguished Guest List

1. MTM (beyond pd.)
2. Dusty Wagner (pd.)
3. Mike Mager (pd.)
4. Bryan Vogel (pd.)
5. Dan Semsel (pd.)
6. Dan Kenyon- Guest of Honor (pd.)
7. Eric Albright (pd.)
8. Shawn Childs (pd.)
9. KJ Duke (pd.)
10. Jason Duponte (pd.)
11. Marc Winokur (pd.)
12. Wayne "Hillbilly Class" Edwards (pd.)
13. Matt Shepherd (pd.)
14. Matt Anderson (pd.)
15. Chad Fleming (pd.)
16. Scott Davis (pd.)
17. Rob Giese (pd.)
18. Steve Jupinka (pd.)
19. Jenny Butler & Escort (pd.)
20. Vlad Sedler (pd.)
21. Jody Ryan (pd.)
22. Colin Weatherwax (pd.)
23. Matt Modica (pd.)
24. Jason Anthony (pd.)
25. Lindy Hinkelman
26. Gabe Hinkelman
27. Derek Pierson
28. Doug Roth (pd.)
29. Al Holmes
30. CJ "The Siege" Kaltenbach (pd.)
31. Jay Lyons (pd.)
32. Craig Williams (pd.)
33. Greg "Don't call me, Matt" Lathrop (pd.)
34. Glenn Lowy
35. Dan "The Wardog" DaSilva (pd.)
36. John Pausma (pd.)
37. Paul Sporer (pd.)
38. Scott Jenstad (pd.)
39. Rob Silver (pd.)
40. Anthony Gialde (pd.)
41. Doug Gruber (pd.)
42. Matthew Davis (pd.)
43. Zach Bettencourt (pd.)
44. David Shoup (pd.)
45. Jeff Erickson (pd.)
46. Scott Zeidman (pd.)
47. John Fish (pd.)
48. Dan Holzem (pd.)

[Baseball Furies]

First round of party sign ups and many more to come! Just look at this list of NFBC dignitaries already.

[Edwards Kings]

I am in if for no other reason than to bring southern charm, class, distinction, elegance, intelligence...well, in other words, all the things that would be lacking if I did not attend.

Than was $100 CSA dollars, correct?

[Baseball Furies]

The party list is growing rapidly! If you want in and want to join us for an awesome night of NFBC socializing with some of the best in the business, just let me know.

[Baseball Furies]

The list of NFBC fanatics and party goers is growing as I am wrapping up the room, catering, and bar details. If you're making the trip to Vegas, this is THE social event of the weekend, so let me know if you want in ASAP. Please keep the funds coming as I am fronting all of the costs for now to get this thing locked and loaded! Hoping to see as many of you out there as possible!

[Baseball Furies]

Just finished securing the big suite for the party today. It wasn't easy as every year this event coincides with March Madness and these rooms are tough to come by. However, Bellagio management was unable to resist the MTM Jersey charm and powers of persuasion. Working on all the catering now, so please keep the funds coming if you are attending as I continue shell out for everything in advance.

[jdryan]

Jody Ryan will attend

[Baseball Furies]

Jody Ryan will attend

Awesome, Jody! Now right around 25 attendees and counting! Turnout is shaping up to be higher than ever this year with a lot first timers joining the festivities. Can't wait! And please keep the funds coming as you register and can get to it. Also now only FIVE guaranteed spots remaining for the "Midnight Madness Draft" Event. If anyone else wants in for this as well, let me know, and the sign-up link for it is on the other thread set up just for the draft.

[Baseball Furies]

Now pushing 30 attendees with a huge sign-up day today! Please keep the funds coming, and let's shoot for 50 this year! Would love to have as many newbies joining us for this great event this year. So if you're thinking about it, just take the plunge and be there!

[Edwards Kings]

Good point on the newbies. Newbies...you are strange...you talk fantasy baseball, but more than likely your significant other smiles dutifully or exhales with exasperation. Your neighbors generally have no clue what you are talking about.

At this event, pretty much all we do is have some good fellowship and talk baseball...and more baseball...and more baseball. One of my favorite parts of my annual pilgrimage. Come and meet others like you!

[Baseball Furies]

Good point on the newbies. Newbies...you are strange...you talk fantasy baseball, but more than likely your significant other smiles dutifully or exhales with exasperation. Your neighbors generally have no clue what you are talking about.

At this event, pretty much all we do is have some good fellowship and talk baseball...and more baseball...and more baseball. One of my favorite parts of my annual pilgrimage. Come and meet others like you!

Very well stated, Wayne. The more, the merrier!

[Thurman15]

OK Mike. I'm in for the party. Not drafting as I already have 2 that day. But hey, baseball talk and Beers will be great. I will send you $100 usd later this evening. You should install a breathalyzer. Nobody leaves until they are over the limit. You might take the tram in the wrong direction, but you'll get home eventually. Thanks for running it Mike. Looking forward to it.

Al

[Baseball Furies]

OK Mike. I'm in for the party. Not drafting as I already have 2 that day. But hey, baseball talk and Beers will be great. I will send you $100 usd later this evening. You should install a breathalyzer. Nobody leaves until they are over the limit. You might take the tram in the wrong direction, but you'll get home eventually. Thanks for running it Mike. Looking forward to it.

Al

Awesome Al! Looking forward to meeting you! And yes, most everyone in attendance will be over the legal limit within the first couple of hours for sure. Good times!

[TheSeige]

I will be there again, and will claim the elusive MTM league title that I came all so close to last year.

[Baseball Furies]

I will be there again, and will claim the elusive MTM league title that I came all so close to last year.

Excellent! I will add you to the party list, and have already counted you in for the Midnight Madness Draft. Sign-up link for this is under the thread for the draft, and instructions for the party funds are posted here in this one! Looking forward to having you back, CJ.

[Baseball Furies]

Looking like we will easily blow through 40+ attendees with a lot of newbies and first-timers to Vegas and to the party. Can't wait until all of your are indoctrinated to the club. Let's keep 'em coming! The more the merrier! And as always, please keep the funds coming if you haven't already ponied up the dough. Much appreciated and worth every penny.

[Baseball Furies]

We are just about at 40 now including guests, escorts, hookers, and other such fun people. No, there won't be any hookers. That was just a joke, and besides, Kessenich isn't attending. Just finalized the catering menu. We will be having a bartender this year to keep the alcohol flowing and things under control behind the bar. So if you're planning to be out in Vegas for the live events, let me know if you'd like to join us for the festivities. Not to be missed!

[Baseball Furies]

With Dan "The Wardog" DaSilva joining us for the evening, we now have a second bonafide celebrity who is going to be in attendance in addition to me. So why not join us? I mean how often do you have an opportunity like this?

[Wolfpac]

That’s a lot of personalities for one party, luckily The Wardog recalls it being a big suite his last time there.

[Ultrarunner]

With Dan "The Wardog" DaSilva joining us for the evening, we now have a second bonafide celebrity who is going to be in attendance in addition to me. So why not join us? I mean how often do you have an opportunity like this?

Anyone gonna take time to teach Wardog how to throw?

Glad to see you’ll be back in Vegas, Dan

[Wolfpac]

Not enough time , there is never enough time for those lessons. #lostcause

[Baseball Furies]

Just two more things needed now as we are rapidly closing in on the big night just a little over FIVE WEEKS away! #1-More people joining us for the best social event of the entire NFBC weekend out in Vegas. And #2- More of you cheap asses who already committed to coming getting your payments in to me as soon as you can. It would be much appreciated. Thanks!

[Baseball Furies]

Hey all, just checking in to remind all who are on the now extremely distinguished guest list for this amazing NFBC social event of the year, to please START FORKING OVER THE DOUGH IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO! And there is still availability if you'd like to join some of THE BEST NFBC company you will ever be in!

[Baseball Furies]

Perhaps a few Sunday visuals will help for some of you on the party list who shall remain nameless.









Those last two were taken right off the Iola, WI surveillance cameras at the home office.

[Baseball Furies]

Got a couple more payments in yesterday, but still looking for two more things: More NFBC'ers coming and More people paying! So let's do more of both as we are now just shy of FOUR WEEKS AWAY from the big night at the Bellagio! Can't wait to see everyone then!

And found some party videos from last year which I will be posting leading up this year's bash. Starting with this one:



Mike Mager after half a beer and thinking that he drew the number one pick in the "Midnight Madness" Draft. (He didn't)