I only made it to two games as a kid, but got Dave Nelson's autograph at the second one, in 1967. Otherwise, it was Bob Blackburn and Russ Conrad on KEX radio. Remember "wire recreations?" I can also still sing the Carling Black Label beer jingle!
Great to see that I am not the only one who was a fan of Davey Nelson!! Anyone have any idea if he is still alive!!! He was fantastic ambassador to all of the Portland kids who attended games!!
Sorry to hear of his passing but glad he was able to stay involved with the game. I used to get so annoyed with the Indians when he didn't make the big club each year coming out of spring training.
Grrrrreat recollection John B., names i had forgotten., thanks Oh, and let's add Ray Fosse, Davey Nelson.
I only made it to two games as a kid, but got Dave Nelson's autograph at the second one, in 1967. Otherwise, it was Bob Blackburn and Russ Conrad on KEX radio. Remember "wire recreations?" I can also still sing the Carling Black Label beer jingle!
Great to see that I am not the only one who was a fan of Davey Nelson!! Anyone have any idea if he is still alive!!! He was fantastic ambassador to all of the Portland kids who attended games!!
He unfortunately passed away in 2018. He had a long broadcasting career in Milwaukee.
Sorry to hear of his passing but glad he was able to stay involved with the game. I used to get so annoyed with the Indians when he didn't make the big club each year coming out of spring training.
Absolutely
He was a gentleman, class act. Grrreat smile. also got his autograph John B (above).