One of the added benefits of covering events is unexpectedly meeting people I have followed for years. At the Chicago screening of My Father, Dick Allen, Kenny McReynolds was one of those people.
McReynolds is a longtime staple on the Chicago media and sports scene. He has been a broadcaster, radio sports director, anchor, coach, scout and more. I have followed his career for more than 40 years. He was an assistant coach to DePaul's Ray Meyer when I went there.
My Father, Dick Allen, ultimately is a five part documentary about MLB Hall of Famer Dick Allen seen through the eyes of Richard Allen, Jr. The Chicago screening featured parts one and four (his early years and his Chicago White Sox years). It was brilliantly done and I look forward to seeing the entire film.
As the event started, McReynolds was announced as the emcee. My ears immediately perked and I set my sight on him for a later picture. McReynolds was humorous and informative as he led the crowd through the segments, including a panel discussion.
Upon the conclusion, I worked my way to him and asked for a picture. He was very gracious, despite being pulled in several directions for pictures, quotes ad interviews. I was not to be denied though.
Kenny McReynolds and me in Chicago, IL-June 2026.
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