Glad you wrote this. I went to school with his kids and was friends with him. He was an intense guy and not the most congenial person, but sure was authentic and a real stand up guy. I figured he was probably guilty when they accused him, because he was a gambling addict. One thing is for sure he would never throw a game. Sad thing is the two guys who were testifying against him were two of the biggest dirt bags I've ever known and drug dealers the one dying from steroid abuse not long after. Oh well Pete to quote Sturgill Simpson "life ain't fair and the world is mean".
Beautifully written, Martin. I so enjoyed every moment instilled, neatly wrapped, and captured. I only know tennis, but baseball is the quintessential all-American sport. I just loved the way you drew me into that era and game.
Glad you wrote this. I went to school with his kids and was friends with him. He was an intense guy and not the most congenial person, but sure was authentic and a real stand up guy. I figured he was probably guilty when they accused him, because he was a gambling addict. One thing is for sure he would never throw a game. Sad thing is the two guys who were testifying against him were two of the biggest dirt bags I've ever known and drug dealers the one dying from steroid abuse not long after. Oh well Pete to quote Sturgill Simpson "life ain't fair and the world is mean".
Amen, my brother.
Really a great read. Your last paragraph had me by the throat, as my own shadows lengthen. Well done.
Beautifully written, Martin. I so enjoyed every moment instilled, neatly wrapped, and captured. I only know tennis, but baseball is the quintessential all-American sport. I just loved the way you drew me into that era and game.