WasWatching.com Water Cooler Talk 7/4/09
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Also, note that MLB’s new charitable campaign, called 4 ALS Awareness, to combat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), otherwise known as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease,” will culminate today, which is the 70th anniversary of Lou Gehrig’s famous farewell speech at Yankee Stadium. More via Marc Carig -
Players, coaches and umpires from all across baseball will wear a 4 ALS patch. A 4 ALS log will also appear on first base at ever ballpark, which will later be auctioned off to raise funds for research. A video to commemorate specially created to commemorate the event be played before every game.
The Yankees will recognize Michael Goldsmith, a baseball fan who lobbied for the creation of the 4 ALS program. The Yankees Foundation is also planning to make a $25,000 donation to the ALS Foundation of New York.
And, of course, Happy 79th Birthday to Big Stein today!
Lastly, enjoy the holiday today and drive safe!
