By the record crowds that turned out to see Ripkin & Gwynn enshrined in the Hall of Fame, it so apparent that good guys finish first. Both showed up to their job and performed without much fanfare until the close of their careers.
No allegations of cheating or being selfish. The timing of the induction is perfect. Last week a CEO was sentenced to six years in jail. His bottom line crime was manipulating the system and being greed.
No drama, just smart, steady work. Sometimes that is all it takes to succeed. A lesson for all of us.
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Monday, July 30, 2007
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Hall of Fame Inductions: Two Good Guys
"Ripken and Gwynn are members of a dying breed, having played their entire careers with one team, and they have been tremendous ambassadors for a game that's had its reputation stained by steroids.
"I think the fact that there are so many people (coming) is a reflection on what kind of people the fans think Cal and I are," said Gwynn, who accumulated 3,141 hits, eight NL batting titles and a career .338 average in 20 seasons with the San Diego Padres. "The feedback I'm getting is that we did things the right way."
Said Ripken: "I don't know if we can always figure out the reason why, but I'm thankful that it's happening."
Both of these guys were known for being "nice guys." How wonderfully boring.
"I think the fact that there are so many people (coming) is a reflection on what kind of people the fans think Cal and I are," said Gwynn, who accumulated 3,141 hits, eight NL batting titles and a career .338 average in 20 seasons with the San Diego Padres. "The feedback I'm getting is that we did things the right way."
Said Ripken: "I don't know if we can always figure out the reason why, but I'm thankful that it's happening."
Both of these guys were known for being "nice guys." How wonderfully boring.
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