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Quaide Larkin's avatar

Hey Griff good read. Love the car key story. Go Jays!

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Richard Griffin's avatar

I remember those days. I also wrote a column from that Make-a-Wish day. We were just outside the clubhouse and Doc was introduced to the boy and his parents. He talked to the boy for a while and then took him into the clubhouse for a tour and when he came out had a bottle of water for the parents. Then went to the field to continue his workout.

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Richard Griffin's avatar

That’s the plan. Thanks.

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OzRob's avatar

I'd be interested in seeing a biopic on Babette Bardot as well

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Kevin Glew's avatar

That car keys story is a classic. I grew up with Dale Murphy as my favourite player, so I love your Murph story. A great read as always, Richard!

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Richard Griffin's avatar

Thanks Kevin. Spring training is the best.

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Mel Norton's avatar

Enjoyed many Springs in Dunedin. As a season ticket holder in their ‘down’ era, we were rewarded with return Air fare, ticket to opener and post game dinner served by the players. Particularly remember Roy Halladay, mentoring a MakeAWish youngster insisting we talk to him…and very much appreciated that experience.

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OzRob's avatar

Great stuff. Excerpt from your future book I hope.

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