As posters have come and gone (and changed names) since I joined in 2005, Fred was always there, being his consistent, steady self. Keeping everyone in line, providing play by play in game threads for those who needed it (and those who didn't), making awful puns, and always reporting where he was stopped in this "beautiful !!" country of ours. When the Cubs get that ring, Fred will be one of the first people that comes to my mind - a person who I never had the pleasure of actually meeting. That's how much Fred meant to NSBB. Rest in peace, Fred. Tonight's win is for you.