The Simpsons: 30 Best Newspaper Gags

30. Closed Pistachio Stymies Fatso

With his sarcastic delivery and terminal case of know-it-all-ism, seeing Comic Book Guy get his comeuppance, even in a newspaper headline, is always pleasing. This little gem appeared in season fourteen's Special Edna, and wasn't even the main headline, but a sub-article under a story about Edna Krabappel receiving a teaching award. Despite its placement, it's the highlight of the issue.
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Primarily covering the sport of MMA from Ontario, Canada, Jay Anderson has been writing for various publications covering sports, technology, and pop culture since 2001. Jay holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Guelph, and a Certificate in Leadership Skills from Humber College.