He didn't hide the truth, good or bad; that was his crime in the eyes of major league baseball. He should always be commended for his honesty. He has always been a hero of mine.
hey jose i was there september 23 1988 in the bleachers with my mom when you stole the 40th base, that day i became an oakland a's fan also rooted for you and the oakland a's. awesome day. i still have the picture. this year i bought your yellow batting jersey at the coliseum and hung it on my room to remind me of that day. my mom died back in 2016 but the memory will never be forgotten.
My favorite player as a kid growing up in Texas. I genuinely hope he knows how much he has meant to baseball fans like myself. He's clearly a good guy and he had a legendary baseball career. I really hope Jose finds happiness.
You know, at the end of the day, the way Jose's daughter talks about her dad is the only thing that matters. Even without the fans, the cheers, and the millions of dollars, he must be doing SOMETHING right. I'm a great dad (if I do say so myself!), but I would have to be dead for my kids to speak so glowingly about me lol!