I have previously written about Mike Squires. Mike Squires was a slick fielding 1st baseman for the Chicago White Sox while I was growing up. His defense and versatility kept him in the league for 10 seasons. His bat prevented him from becoming a full-time starter.
Last weekend, I had the chance to meet Squires for the first time. Technically, I met him a couple other times at Comiskey, but those meetings were quick handshakes or greetings, nothing more than any fan got from any ballplayer. Last weekend, I really met him.
I arrived late in the show and his line was pretty much done. I heard he drew a large number of people. Because it was near the end of his time slot and nobody was behind me, we got to talk for a bit.
Squires is currently a Special Assistant to the GM for the Cincinnati Reds. He looks in good enough shape to grab a glove and display the fielding form which won a Gold Glove in 1981. He was happy to be back in Chicago and to be greeted by so many fans.
I first cheered for Squires way back in 1975. Now 34 years later, I finally got to meet my baseball hero. If my old friend Ed reads this, he probably will be thinking that maybe now I will finally shut up!
Don't count on that.Last weekend, I had the chance to meet Squires for the first time. Technically, I met him a couple other times at Comiskey, but those meetings were quick handshakes or greetings, nothing more than any fan got from any ballplayer. Last weekend, I really met him.
I arrived late in the show and his line was pretty much done. I heard he drew a large number of people. Because it was near the end of his time slot and nobody was behind me, we got to talk for a bit.
Squires is currently a Special Assistant to the GM for the Cincinnati Reds. He looks in good enough shape to grab a glove and display the fielding form which won a Gold Glove in 1981. He was happy to be back in Chicago and to be greeted by so many fans.
I first cheered for Squires way back in 1975. Now 34 years later, I finally got to meet my baseball hero. If my old friend Ed reads this, he probably will be thinking that maybe now I will finally shut up!
Mike Squires and me in Rosemont, IL-July 2009.
4 comments:
Awesome! I'm always worried that if I meet someone that I followed heavily in my younger days, that they will disappoint. It great to hear that Squires appears to be pretty down to earth.
Steve-Remember, it was your post on #25 which lead me to you. I still put Squires over Tommy John and Jim Thome, but Thome is closing the gap.
Yeah, Squires seemed genuinely happy to be there. I was really surprised with the number of people who wanted to meet him or get stuff signed. I think he was, too.
I graduated from Western michigan university in December of 1973 with a B.A. Mike was 1 year behind me. I am the biggest fan of the White Sox. I am trying for a second career as a "sports attorney." I went on for the M.B.A.
program there in 1974.
I was recruited by Creighton university law School and graduated in 1977. Mike was awesome! He is such a class guy!!
I left him a message at the Cincinnati organization. Please pass on any connections to young ball players that want a sports agent. I hasve 30 years experience in taxes and contract negotiations, and financial planning. I can be reached at Lawyer4475@hotmail.com
The White Sox will always be the number 1 team in my heart.
I came from poland in 1960 and was 8 years old. the White Sox were my dream team since than and always will be.
Mike Squires is AWESOME!!!!!!!!
Bob Allen J.D. CLU, ChFC, FLMI
Bob,
Thanks for stopping by.
I have followed Squires since I can remember. I am hoping for a chance to interview him sometime. If that happens, you'll see it here!
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