For the city to imply a connection is more of the same smear campaign, and to some extent sour grapes.

sour grapes comments from other communities.

I don't want this to sound like sour grapes, but I don't like the playoff system.

It's not about sour grapes. It's about a fair shot.

Yes, it was a fumble, if that's what you're asking, ... It's not sour grapes. It's just what it is.

It's probably just sour grapes and are you telling me that they've not done it? I can't believe that a guy who didn't even play in the series has come out with such a comment.