On October 30th, 2001, nearly two months after the tragic events that occurred on September 11th, 2001, President George W. Bush threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of the 2001 World Series at Yankee Stadium. Regarding the first pitch, President Bush was quoted as saying “I’ve been to conventions and rallies and speeches: I’ve never felt anything so powerful and emotions so strong, and the collective will of the crowd so evident.” This moment has been described as one of the brightest moments for our country during those dark months immediately following 9/11. #RedLetterDay🎙 #NeverForget #PresidentBush
Since Paul O’Neill day just took place at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, here is a clip of O’Neill’s last game at Yankee Stadium. With Game 5 of the 2001 World Series being the last game of the series that would be played in Yankee Stadium, the fans took it upon themselves to give O’Neill the proper goodbye. I wish I got to see more of O’Neill’s major league career, but I love seeing this video knowing that this was not the forced fanfare that we see today with players having retirement tours, rather, it was fans giving one of their favorite players a raw moment he deserved. #RedLetterDay🎙 #PaulONeill #TheWarrior
As a sports fan I’m thankful that I was able to tune into many late-night Dodger games here on the East Coast to hear Vin Scully. Tuning in to watch the Dodgers vs. Giants rivalry, or to watch Clayton Kershaw, it was always enjoyable to hear Vin Scully call a baseball game. The game turned into a story, and with a 67 year career as the Dodgers broadcaster, Vin had many stories to tell. Rest In Peace to a true icon. #RedLetterDay
