Well written story John. For a little while we can go to that place of distraction called team baseball and shut out a broken world. As little kids the day of a game, the game itself, the after game , we’re and bring back soothing memories, and for a moment we can shut out a broken world again.
Thank you again for another heart warming story.As a long time Beaver fan of all sports I wasn't able to sit still during this game for some crazy reason.I had to leave the room repeatedly and retreat to my office then back again for another 1/2 inning.I honestly thought the last inning would never end but the game itself was a classic and made the Coors light at the end go down smooth as glass.
Your account of this game gave me shivers. Almost better than watching it…ALMOST. Thanks for capturing the “moment”. Go OSU and good luck Coach Canham.
John... you knowingly captured the gutsy resilience of the Beavers and their coach. They can go all the way -- and you'll be our eyes and heart when that happens.
Great story. As usual, you highlight how sports is about people. Mitch Canham’s story is the essence of what makes sport great. Go Beavs!
Thank you Gus.
Mr. Canzano, I was bummed when you quit The Oregonian. Not so much now. Thanks for another great story.
Thank you Dave. Means a lot. I'm glad you are here for it. I'm having a lot of fun.
Well written story John. For a little while we can go to that place of distraction called team baseball and shut out a broken world. As little kids the day of a game, the game itself, the after game , we’re and bring back soothing memories, and for a moment we can shut out a broken world again.
So true.
An absolutely fabulous pearl of what life is all about, condensed into a baseball commentary
He's just such an easy guy to root for. I've asked him to come on today's radio show. If he has the time... it will be a fantastic interview.
Another wonderful story. Brought a tear to my eye. ( and I’m a 59 year old Duck )
Thank you again for another heart warming story.As a long time Beaver fan of all sports I wasn't able to sit still during this game for some crazy reason.I had to leave the room repeatedly and retreat to my office then back again for another 1/2 inning.I honestly thought the last inning would never end but the game itself was a classic and made the Coors light at the end go down smooth as glass.
Instant classic
You said it all in the last sentence !!
appreciate this
Another great story, John. Character and resiliency are the attributes that you are so good at capturing. Love seeing your emails hitting my inbox!
Thank you Mark!
Good stuff Mr. Canzano!!!⚾
Thanks David
Great piece of writing John. My heart feels warmer today about everything.
Thanks Lon.
Your account of this game gave me shivers. Almost better than watching it…ALMOST. Thanks for capturing the “moment”. Go OSU and good luck Coach Canham.
Thanks Barbara
John... you knowingly captured the gutsy resilience of the Beavers and their coach. They can go all the way -- and you'll be our eyes and heart when that happens.
Appreciate this Mark. Anything can happen. It often does.
I love reading your column and always do that.
And now we know “The rest of the story”
Paul Harvey would love this team.
I love your freedom to truly write your heart. It must help keep you sane in a world full of insanity. I know it points me toward hope. Thanks
Thank you.
Although I am a Duck fan, I love the Beavers when we aren't playing them.
A real source of pride in the region.