The Breakdowns vs The Story | Game 4 | Captains’ League: Blitzball 

That shady rays commercial may be the best ad I’ve seen in a while

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We need an all star game where the four captains play four fan-voted favorites.

That was the most We Got Ice Shady Rays commercial I've ever seen

Best commercial so far

Zo’s pitching in THIS tournament shows you how high level the regular Blitzball tournaments are. Can’t get an out to save his life in BB4, but in this setting, he turns into fkin Kershaw

I think I'd prefer being led by Jake over Jimmy. Jake pushes team spirit and confidence; Jimmy tends to collapse into a singularity of self-loathing and me, being of a similar mold, would feed negatively off that energy. Jake is all gas.

"It's like a retirement home full of swingers 60 plays"-Jack Doyle 2024

That shady Ray ads was so damn good. Usually I skip when ads start but damn this one hit so different that I ended up rewinding to see that ad.

That ShadyRays commercial was highly inspired by Tim & Eric. Thanks, Zach. 🙂

Captain Jake. He'd make me feel tall literally and figuratively.

I don’t know what’s more impressive, Zo’s pitching or Jacks singing in the Shady Rays ad

Jomboy Media has the best ads on all of RU-vid.

Another fantastic editing job by Rob and Mikey! That Penik/Moss combo was perfection! Y'all are consistently killing it!

8:21 The best commercial I’ve ever seen on the channel, so good 😂

Alright listen, I thought about this a lot. Loyalty. That is the question that presents itself to us today. As we weigh in the balance of things the virtues that arise in our league of captains, is it not loyalty that we draft these young men for? Do my skills on concrete convey anything else but true devotion to the colors on my back? Do the hexagons on our balls which control the wind also control our fates? And if so, is it our hands which deliver our message of loyalty, or just green plastic spheres which convey our steadfast truths? I look to the walls where our flags do hang, and on it, through the wrinkles and creases of unironed fabric, I see the blood of those who have triumphed, and the concrete burns of those who have been defeated. It is not lost on me that the ceiling itself is supported by the Devastator, our communal emeny which has taken the lives of many, yet protects what we call our warehouse, nay, our wareHOME. Even the most polarized of Shady Rays cannot protect thine eyes from the the glory of it all, but we do not gather tonight to speak of glory. Rather, we speak of those who remain loyal, even when glory may not be obtained. Tonight, it is not the draft kings we discuss, but the jesters. The lowely few who strap on their knee pads time and again, who stand too close to the netting by the bleachers, who smack holes in the wickets and then don't repair it for the rest of the tournament, who eat so many bananas and never cramp, who make heros out of their employees, who slap so many balls but only if their feet are planted, who have just the most amount of ice, or who get kicked out of the alley behind their office for being too loud and playing wiffle ball next to piles of garbage. So, the question presents itself once again- Jake or Jimmy- to whom should I be loyal? ...and yeah honetly I think the answer is Jimmy cause in the long run it proooobably would be better for my career in the company if I performed well for him. Like I'm sure there's no bias or anything but if I start hitting nukes for the breakdowns, I'll probably see a nice little bump in the ol' salary somewhere down the line. Just a thought though idk...

I’m calling a Jimmy Homer, Ik it’s been like 64 years since Jimmy last homered, but I have a feeling

Captain Jimmy. He does a good job of combining strategy and making his teammates believe in themselves. He makes the most of what he has and tries to put everyone in the best position to succeed.

The Penik moon with the Joe Buck call was amazing 🤣🤣

8:20 iconic commercial 10:10 roll call

They need an award for that shady Rays commercial. It was so good i'm buying me a pair

Was not expecting the bass harmony from Jack. I love it

The breakdowns are unstoppable! They have the pitching, the hitting, and the losing streak!!

BBD has such a nice swing. Breakdowns need to find some pitching or this will be a short tournament

To answer Jack's question, I would like to be on Jimmys team with Joez, seems like fun

I’d like to be on Jimmy’s team because they need help desperately. Actually all the teams need help because they aren’t beating Doyle.

I would be more devoted to Jake only because apple pies are secretly made of peaches, and Jake would tell you that.

BBD is an athlete

I'd rather be in a committed captain's relationship ship with Jimmy. He has a very mature yet absolutely extreme competitiveness. He takes losses on the chin and is proud of his guys... but man, he utterly despises losing, and so he gives 110% I to every aspect of the game while stilling keeping it fun. Truly an impassioned leader. He should start a company. I think k he'd be good at it.

We need Nicky as a captain next season

That Glove Flip was So cool. :3

As far as who I'd want to be a faithful player to, I think I give the edge to Jimmy. Jake is absolutely king of the vibes when it comes to how he captains his squad. Never over the top, never too low, just always calm and collected and confident that he's putting the team in the best spot to do their best. I originally was leaning Jake for that reason, but I know I've got a much louder competitive fire in me, so I worry that I'd end up feeling a little like my intensity was out of place on the team. Jimmy on the other hand is constantly talking. He's analyzing the opposing players styles, deliveries, habits, etc. He picks up on it quick and makes sure everyone one the team sees what he's seeing. For Jomboy, the information battle is the most important, and I agree with him there. I think that coupled with the fact that he's so hungry to win in his warehouse for once would be why I'd want to play for him.

Did BBD get the grand slam ball? That was his first warehouse blitzball hit

I appreciate the effort you guys put into these. 🤘

I have to go with the vibe tribe! Jake Storiale who has made the captains league one of the most fun tournaments I have seen yet! His personality makes every game a blast to watch and you can tell how much fun his team has. The Story's celebrations are unmatched and he would make every game played the most fun. The strategy of Jimmy is incredibly important during games, but can easily lead to a lot of tension during the games. The easy-going attitude of Jake while still being competitive allows players to play at their best without tension. I would do any sport with Jake as my captain.

I hope that clutch hits prove vital in this game

I would play on Jimmy’s team, just because he seems like someone who would change his mood duo to loosing some games in a row, never showed anger and never show that he gives up on his teammates and for last he always picks a defensive team, which I believe is a really good strategy.

I'd love to be on Jimmy's team, I just love the intellectual approach. Watching ball in play captains league really emphasized that to me it would be fun to be on a team where we dissect plans and come up with concrete strategies.

Jimmy pulling rob and putting in Joez was crazzzzzzy paap

Man Jack's Shady Ray song is un-ironically really catchy

love that shady rays commercial!

To answer Jack's question - I think I'd have to say I'd rather play on a team led by Jake. He seems like a big vibes guy, but can definitely dial himself and those around him in when needed. I can only imagine how much fun it'd be to play with either of these guys though, so there's no wrong answer here! If there were other options, I'd prefer to play on Jack's team (no bias here at all, trust me)!

Holy shit that shady rays commercial is the best one you’ve ever made that was hilarious

Purely on tactics only, Jimmy is my faithful team captain choice, I think his one negative aspect is getting in his own head. I believe in myself to really keep that from happening and keep him focused on winning! We'd be unstoppable!

Turning point of the game was the shady rays commercial Best ad of the 2020's

It depends on the sport, however the captain I’d want to be loyal to is Jomboy, in hopes I could help Jimmy raise his first blitzball banner in the warehouse. Otherwise I’m picking Jack Doyle every day of the week! Also the ShadyRays commercial was *chefs kiss* 😙🤌 INCREDIBLE!

More faithful to Jake, better player, humble, loyal, and he needs a villian to talk smack.

didn’t think i’d be rooting for the goodfellas in the stands this game. good shit boys keep up the amazing work!

Jimmy because he is the creator of the rules so he knows what to do also he has shown to be the best leader. Good gameplan

19:40 best moment in commentary history

Could actually attach a pulley system to the mezzanine. Would extend the bucket so it doesn’t catch the lip and then it’s even more fun with actually having a pulley

We love a good Beeber Roar

i think for me its less who i think will bring me a championship but who i could be happier losing with and Jake just brings that special something to the game

Thanks.

New GOAT shady rays ad.

I would be loyal to Team Jomboy because I have been supporting him since back alley at-bats!! Go breakdowns!!

I didn’t expect a shady rays song and music video😂

17:57 D’aversa,s face 😂

I don't understand why I'm so bought in to Jimmy's "attempting to win games by throwing eephus pitches and making miraculous plays on defense" strategy. Everyone would go to war for that guy

Taking the story -3 and Jake the Reliver *if you know you know. to get 2 K’s

Captain Jake, just for the pregame speeches, that shit is hilarious 😂

I gotta say Jake would make for a great captain. He’s very calm no matter the situation, always ready to take the bump if he needs to. Like Jimmy isn’t bad but he has like an armageddon mentality when it comes to coaching (like in this game when he preferred the float it in the zone instead of actually pitching). Plus Jake seemed to draft better players so if I got drafted by him it more likely means I got some valuable skillset that put me in a higher spot than where Jimmy drafted

The Goodfellas on the top of the bleachers going apeshit is my favorite part of this video. gg, boys!

I'm going with Jimmy to answer Jack's question. As much as I think having Jake as a coach would be fun and entertaining. Jimmy brings a sense of strategic intelligence in whatever sport he’s playing and always has a role for his ayers on his teams(usually.) as someone who’d wanna come into the warehouse with a sense of urgency to win I would have to go with Jimmy. Sorry Jake you’re also awesome

Probably captain jimmy because he really helps simplify the mechanics of the game while actually playing it

I’m taking member of Jake’s team. Jimmy is very technical. Jake is all for vibes and damage.

jake he’s very passionate and i love the advice and strategy he gives and never lets anyone know his next move and is always doing something new

Best commercial in a long time

Captain Jimmy. Gotta be loyal until we hang a banner.

Joez was extra crazy this warehouse

Team Jimmy. Jimmy strategizes more deliberately. As a strategist myself, that allows for multiple minds to work together to get things that are typically missed. Plus I'm a goat in blitzball.

I would be team Jimmy. Just all around great captain. Great communication, great lineups, great picks, always keeping his head up and pushing his team just letting them know they got this. Jimmy pitching is amazing and his team contributes to pitching, hitting, fielding, etc. all around great captain to play for in any warehouse games.

jake put the team on his back in the first inning with both hits and the 5 run rule

On jakes for sure pop!

Jake has that worn torn leader that would go into any battle to get you. Jomboy is a good leader and will teach and help. But ole Jakey boy will always be there!!! Team Jake

Best part about Jolly being relegated will be not having to listen to him announce these games.

Captain Jake . Ik ppl don’t think he has the “ strategic “ ability that Jimmy has . But Jake drafter a hell of a team and he saw that potential in Zo . An Jake is the best Vibes guy and keeps his guys upbeat! Love for Jake❤

6:45 "In my opinion they have four good hitters".....oh yeah?

Just got in. Watching now.

Enjoying captain's league more than the regular events....

Jake because he likes to fill his team not just with good players but players that have great vibes and have an amazing time!

From a puerly sport decision, I think I would love Jimmy as a teammate. Simply for his intensity and understanding of the game. On the other side of that coin, would probably dislike him as a captain having heard his mic'd up moments. Jake 9/10 is supportive, happy to be there and always trust his players. Hard not to be loyal to a man like that, it's Jake for me

Jake would be my choice as captain. His eyes remind me of a cool autumn night by the fire, a cotton blanket wrapped around us. Meet the Fockers is on, it’s our favorite movie. Each time we laugh our eyes lock, and in his eyes I see our future. A future of love, passion, nurturing, and more than anything, respect for one another. So yeah Jake would be my captain

killing me how far apart these videos are. Can't wait for the next!

Gotta be Jake! Patient and great strategist. However, isn’t so patient he lets it affect the team and when it’s time to make a change approaches the person well. Makes ya feel good even after being bad.

I’d love to be on Jake’s team, having seen him behind the scenes on his wife’s Instagram stories he seems so fun and full of life😂

I'd like to play for the Breakdowns and here's why Jimmy O'Brien Boy oh boy where do I even begin. Jimmy.. honey, my pookie bear. I have loved you ever since I first laid eyes on you. The way you drive into the paint and strike fear into your enemies eyes. Your silky smooth touch around the rim, and that gorgeous jumpshot. I would do anything for you. I wish it were possible to freeze time so I would never have to watch you retire. You had a rough childhood, but you never gave up hope. You are even amazing off the court, you're a great husband and father, sometimes I even call you dad. I forvever dread and weep, thinking of the day you will one day retire. I would sacrifice my ownlife it were the only thing that could puta smile on your beautiful face. You have given me so much joy, and heartbreak over the years. I remember when you first left clevenland and its like my heart got broken into a million pieces. But a tear still fell frommy right eye when I watched you win yourfirst ring in miami, because deep down,my glorious king deserved it. I just wanted you to return home. Then allas, you did, my sweet baby boy came home and I rejoiced. BB3 was a hard tourney for us baby, so was Floorball, so was BB4, but in Captain's League BIP, you made history happen. You won a tournament and I couldn't believe it. I was crying, bawling even, and I heard my glorious king exclaim these words, "BREAKDOWNS, THIS IS FOR YOU!" Not only have you changed the game of Blitzball and the world forever, but you've eternally changed my world. And now you're getting older, but still the goat, my goat. I love you pookie bear, my glorious king, Jimmy O'Brien.

Captain Jake, hes a good leader, i believe in him, and he'd believe in me

Although I love them both, I would have to pick Jake. He adapts and looks to out think his opponents. My kinda guy. Also, nice vocal range Jack, voice of an angel and a demon in the same song.

Jimmy since he puts a lot of thought in his strategies

I think I’d be more of faithful team member to Jimmy than Jake. Not an easy decision but I think Jimmy is really a true strategist and all his decisions are made with such thought behind it and I think I appreciate that and I feel like if I were on his team he’d find the role that was best designed for me to give our team the best chance to win.

Oof this was quite a slow one but at least it can only improve from here! I'd love to watch some practice pitching sessions. It can be beneficial as content but also in turn improve future enjoyment of games. You could even just set up a camera up top and live stream it. Pitching is as important as batting if not more, so it would make content much more enjoyable if most players are able to be closer to the strike zone to avoid 5-0 walks.

I would play for jimmy but ONLY if he brought back the Vulcan curve from blitzball battle 1. That was nasty and nobody could do anything with it when he had it going. Also jimmy sounds like he could be a pirate

I think the 5 run cap per half inning is great. HOWEVER, I really wish clearing the bases counted regardless. For example: you’ve scored 4 runs already and the bases are loaded. Grand slam gets you to 8. Feels bad when those base runners don’t count for anything. Plus it could reduce extra inning situations

More faithful towards Jimmy, because hes never been on a snake related team.

Team jake baby. My boy is a dawg, papi, thats all the explanation you need

Slamarama wooow. But also some really nice pitching. Zoooooment story lets gooo

Pitching is so much more interesting than walks. Blitzball has been getting better and better every tournament played and i think its because its finally more than doyle and one or two others who can sling the neon

Zo unreal on the mound.

Captain Jimmy for sure. Id at least get him a Blitzball banner