Originally posted by: SideFX Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:15 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: Doogie Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:17 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
The whole phrase is "tomato can".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomato_can_(sports_idiom)
The exact origin, I have no idea.... great question....
I am sure that fishgroin will be happy to tell us about it 34 times in 5 different threads, then dispute our replies to him.
Originally posted by: Daljit87 Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:27 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: MajikToast Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:34 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: roostproof Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:36 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: reghartner Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:37 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Daljit87 said:
I always assumed it was because they're easy to 'crush'?
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never thought about it, but tat makes sense to me. why tomato can though? is that a popular can for crushing.
Originally posted by: Jak Date: March 14, 2011 at 04:39 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Most fighters who are considered "tomato cans" are heavyweights, because at lower weight classes one must maintain a certain level of fitness in order to make weight, whereas a heavyweight who once fought at a trim 205 pounds could conceivably gain 150 pounds and still fight in the same division.
One characteristic which may account for the use of the "tomato can" metaphor for a bad boxer is the tendency to leak "tomato juice" (i.e. blood) when battered.
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Originally posted by: blacklung Date: March 14, 2011 at 08:49 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: Biggs Date: March 14, 2011 at 08:58 PM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
A "CAN" is an old fighter that may or may not have a well-known name who always puts on a good show and bleeds for the crowd. This fighter has the skills to make the fight interesting but can be easily defeated by any worthy up and comer. They are good for padding the stats of a young up and comer.
Originally posted by: Bofauxgalicious Date: March 15, 2011 at 12:11 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
blacklung said:
can= anyone not in the UFC :roll:
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You are like the opposite of Rami, you just hate on the UFC.
Nobody.said ANYTHING about anyone outside the UFC being a can.
Why don't you try to stay on topic?
Originally posted by: Fight Magnet Date: March 15, 2011 at 02:17 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: Fight Magnet Date: March 15, 2011 at 03:08 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Biggs said:
A "CAN" is an old fighter that may or may not have a well-known name who always puts on a good show and bleeds for the crowd. This fighter has the skills to make the fight interesting but can be easily defeated by any worthy up and comer. They are good for padding the stats of a young up and comer.
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We all know "what" a can is :lol: The OP is asking "why" ?
Originally posted by: Portillo Date: March 15, 2011 at 06:16 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: Moranis Date: March 15, 2011 at 06:26 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: MoJoJo Date: March 15, 2011 at 08:14 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Doogie said:
The whole phrase is "tomato can".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomato_can_(sports_idiom)
The exact origin, I have no idea.... great question....
I
am sure that fishgroin will be happy to tell us about it 34 times in 5 different threads, then dispute our replies to him.
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One of the funniest posts i have ever read on here.
Originally posted by: jaktucke Date: March 15, 2011 at 09:58 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Originally posted by: PsychoIcon Date: March 15, 2011 at 10:31 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
Easy to beat fighters are called "cans" because you knock them on there backs... Alah Canvas Backs. My dad was a boxer and thats what he just told me so .....
There you go...
Originally posted by: Portillo Date: March 16, 2011 at 01:51 AM Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/why-are-easy-to-beat-fighters-called-cans.36628/
