Mariano Rivera last game at Yankee Stadium

[@AlexanderGonzalez-ok4bb]

I'm from Panama 🇵🇦 and I'm very proud of Mariano Rivera. He will soon have his Baseball Stadium named after him for what he did for baseball. It's about 54% built and will hold 10,000 fans seated. It already looks great as it is. Thnaks #42.🎉

[@SuperReviews4you]

Jackie would have been proud to see Mariano wear his number.

[@smittykins]

Jackie's widow said as much.

[@CheeseMasterSports]

T Nelson Jackie was Watching from Heaven this night, and he smiled

[@larrydickenson2880]

most definitely!

[@t-jh4236]

The way Mo conducted himself on/off the field I couldn't agree with you more.

[@DjDobleU809]

*is proud

[@Splappa09Gaming]

I've watched this video a hundred times since the end of last season. And yet, i still cry when i see him hugging his longtime teammates Pettite and Jeter. I've had the privilege of watching Rivera's entire career. I'm a lifelong Yankees fan. Its sad to see someone like Rivera retire. There were few like him who played with elegance and class the way he did. He was the model of sportsmanship and humility. Showed nerves of steel and a calm under pressure that will NEVER be matched. Baseball was graced with Mariano Rivera for 19 years. You will be missed #42.

[@carminecuzzo6424]

Aaron Peters You aren’t alone my yankee brother!

[@MrMark945]

Same man, when he broke down in petites arms I lost it

[@carminecuzzo6424]

mark94555 There is crying in baseball;)!

[@tyvulpintaur2732]

Not a Yankees fan, but the man gets my respect.

[@YankeesLife]

I was wondering, if Jeter and Pettite are there, then where’s A-Rod?

[@Defossion1]

How about the announcer: "How's this for drama." And then he has the wherewithal to just be quiet and let history happen! That's a job well done!

[@5031OKC]

Sometimes the best thing to say…is nothing at all.

[@lesmillett6144]

Except he shoulda said, “How’s that for poignancy.”

[@urbangorilla33]

And stayed silent for four full minutes. Sublime.

[@alexo1226]

Excellent work

[@boppityboopy114]

@@lesmillett6144when it comes to journalism, broadcasting, or any communication in a public setting, you don’t need a $5 word when a 10c word will do just fine

[@Defossion1]

I've never been a Yankees fan, but...I come watch this video about twice a year simply because it's good for my soul. Sandman, I hope you're enjoying retirement. I wish you every happiness.

[@b.6608]

as a Red Sox fan - I totally agree with you sir!

[@xander66644]

And he got the first unanimous 1st ballot HOF by ALL of the sports writers! Thank you to all the writers especially the one in Boston who changed his mind and gave Rivera the honor!

[@jeffvanschoonhoven5171]

Ken Griffey was 3 short of unanimous and should have been. But Mo and Jeter are both no brainers

[@adamant1015]

As cool as that is, it’s also absolutely ridiculous. There should’ve been a thousand before him. Anyone who looked at the careers of Steve Carlton, Hank Aaron, Randy Johnson (just to name a few) and voted no should’ve had their votes taken from them.

[@tyvulpintaur2732]

@@jeffvanschoonhoven5171 There are plenty that should have been but weren't. Johnson (Walter and Randy), Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, Willie Mays, Joe DiMaggio, etc.

[@robinlinh]

@@adamant1015 the most common reason for that is those writters said they gave their vote to someone else cause those guy are 100% in anyway. That's bullshit, what if everyone thinks like that, would be a disaster. Just vote for who is deserved.

[@kathconserv]

Mariano came from abject poverty in Panama. He made a baseball glove out of cardboard. He’s so humble: even today. He does so much for charity.

[@irt3rdavenueel172]

And one thing that’s very cool is he doesn’t live too far from me. He lives a few miles away from my house since he lives in Larchmont and I live in Eastchester. So an idle of mine that still lives in Southern Westchester today. I don’t think he’ll give up his residence since he’s a very rich man that the MLB helped get him to from being poor

[@ericquatela2333]

most emotional send off ever :( This is a guy who truly loved the game

[@Nyfancam01]

That smile when Andy And Derek were on the way over was him trying not to break down crying already. Video always brings the tears. LEGENDS!!!

[@tyvulpintaur2732]

Props to the umpires for allowing Giradi to delegate the sub duties to Andy and Derek.

[@nicholasbenge9497]

@@tyvulpintaur2732 we may gripe about the umpires and the MLB, but for the true legends, they try to do it right by the fans.

[@henrysettles7431]

RESPECT

[@videogamejo]

I feel sad when baseball players retire. They play for such a long time. I was a little kid when Mo was a rookie. Been watching him for as long as I can remember. I'll miss him.

[@frofro73]

AGREED...I'm not a Yankee fan but that guy was lights out and he has forever earned my respect.

[@andrewconlon-riser5101]

As a fan watching from the New York area, I have been fortunate to witness the rise (no fall took place) of one of the most dominant players in MLB history. No one had more drive, passion and pure talent than Mariano Rivera. It was like witnessing Niagara Falls or another Wonder of the world for the first time every time I saw him pitch. We will NEVER have another pitcher, player, or person like Mo. Even as a Mets fan, I say Thanks for the memories

[@Relic119]

Very well said, I agree as a mets fan from NY as well

[@kathconserv]

Humble. Kind. Follower of Christ. Devoted husband and father. He’s a great man.

[@MarinerNetworks]

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[@AmericanMade87]

A true sportsman and class act. GOAT

[@calebvght]

+Stephen Martell LAMB

[@jwh8864awhile]

It is hard to articulate the feeling that come with events like this. I am grateful i had the chance to watch M. Rivera throughout his career. Thank you for all you have given to baseball and to me.

[@Jstn044]

Love how emotional Girardi is. From catching him to coaching him. The man touched everyone. Greatness

[@dougfresh4454]

It was pretty cool seeing Joe get emotional

[@MrYoda4211]

So many relievers have done it for 1 or 2 years. Nobody else did it so well for so long.

[@evanritchey9479]

Man I hate the Yankees but so much respect for these Hall of Famers that have dawned the pin stripes

[@jason41482]

Evan Ritchey it's donned

[@madtortuga]

Evan Ritchey I don't like them either, but you can't deny talent

[@patrickthegoat4734]

@iron maiden and you can never call iron maiden a good band

[@patrickthegoat4734]

Iron maiden is a good band I lied but why tf you have to be a hater

[@andygoulet68]

@@patrickthegoat4734 there hasn't been anyone to hate on the Yankees since A-Rod and even you guys hated him. Before him it was O'Neil. You'll always be the rivals but all the hate is for Houston now.

[@piano3941]

That hug from pitcher to pitcher is something else from the beginning to the end there is a different bond. Mad ❤️

[@Stealth8O77]

I'm a Met fan and I got emotional watching this, what a legend.

[@historyclass2003]

I am a diehard Red Sox fan...I was watching the replay of Mariano's final moments on the mound at Yankee Stadium...my wife looked over at me and stated, "Why are you crying?"....there were no words, none anyway that would ever do that moment the solemnity it deserved...there will never be another...

[@isabelbeckerman9226]

As a Yankee fan, I thank you most sincerely and respectably🙇‍♀️

[@EpicCycling]

Men love each other very deeply, it is obviously a different love than we have for women, but it is special as you can see here.

[@bbcarrotkieran9322]

No homo

[@spiddyman0079]

JITG he didn’t say it ong

[@CityofDreams95]

Women only love thier children . u should know this . however a man can love even a stranger child. And treat him like one of his own.

[@joshserrano554]

It is a brotherhood these are men that have been in many wars together and fought in the trenches side by side

[@thethreatwrestling.7053]

​@@joshserrano554Yup, 1995-2013. He had a long career.

[@Rupture31591]

The Rays are lucky, they got to see DJ's 3000th hit and Mariano's last game.

[@ThumbsUpMike]

And Jeter's first return from his injury was against the Rays too, first pitch from his return and he homers against them Yankee history isn't their friend most of the time lol

[@alexcopley7212]

And A-Rod's last game now

[@insetrix7327]

also A-Rods 600th HR

[@iamhungey12345]

Troll?

[@Nikki-rb8iq]

Jeter ain't white, but nice try.

[@Mastas2]

Even being a die hard Red Sox fan and having cursing mo many a times when he goes 1-2-3 in the 9th against the Sox to end a game, I still lost it and cried when I saw this. This is just epic. One of the classiest baseball players and professional athletes of our time and to have Jeter another one of the classiest players go out to the mount to pull him. What an amazing moment.

[@kev6141]

This right here is why baseball was, is and always will be the greatest game of all... no matter who you pull for.

[@jdspreest]

Wow, its emotional watching this. I remember watching Mo's debut vs my beloved Angels as a starter, and we knocked him around pretty good that day, and we always seemed to give him trouble throughtout his career. But nonetheless, even though I rooted against him when the Yanks played the Angels, I always admired Mo for his consumate professionalism and his ability to get people out w just his cut fastball. Hitters knew what was coming but still couldn't hit him. Mo never showboated. He just went out there and quietly did his job. We were privileged to watch him pitch all these years, and it's sad to see great people like him retire from the game because they are so unique and play the game the way its supposed to be played. Thank u Mo for all the memories.

[@Lanetheman]

Your angels suck now :/

[@jdspreest]

this coming from a Cowboys fan? And prolly a Yankees fan too..wjhat have the Yankees done in the past 5 years? NOTHING. And the Cowgirls? NOTHING...

[@Lanetheman]

jdspreest 222830 I'm a Rangers fan wtf and lol I'm just stating the truth 😂😂😂

[@jdspreest]

Well, may the best team win this year, man :) we'll gather up again in October

[@GNHawkBA23]

I can watch this again and again and again and again. I get chills every time. God I'm gonna miss watching this guy pitch.

[@joeyd219]

I am legit near tears. You are amazing Mo.

[@Heightz1734]

I watched this in person and I was elated. When I got home and saw this, I cried like a baby man. I love sports

[@dr.m.h.patterson8121]

Good for you. Don't stop loving sports. Sports is always more than just "sports"... it is striving, discipline rewarded, failure faced & overcome, and - in team sports - it is putting the many above the one. It is brotherhood, it is community, it is fellowship.

[@gesztenye76]

Even a year and a half later, watching this video fills my heart with such sadness. Mo's talent and strength, combined with his superhuman humility have made him truly one of a kind, and I miss having the privilege to watch him play so much. We, as Yankee fans, have been so lucky to have been able to cheer on so many legendary players; yet, to me, Mo was in a league of his own. I doubt there will be anyone like him, in the world of baseball; not in my lifetime, at least, I don't think...

[@benny7491]

The best to ever do it. And I’m a Red Sox fan. Always hated when he pitched against us but between him and Jeter they brought all the class to the Yankees. Congrats on the HOF Mo!

[@ronaldh8446]

How is it that one of the greatest, most memorable moments for a NY Yankees home game happens in a game they ultimately lose? The combination of Mariano Rivera's success as the best Closer in baseball history and the human being that he is. Dominant in his profession and representing the best of humanity. It was so moving to watch his last moment on a pitcher's mound because we rarely get to witness someone of his character and nature be as successful as he was. Whether he brought joy to Yank fans (mostly) by putting the finishing touches on a win or opposing teams fans (sometimes) by knowing they just beat the best there was. Through it all though there was the humanity; the respect was and is still there no matter if you were rooting for or against him. How many athletes have we been able to say that about? Not nearly enough. That is why Mo deserves and receives the accolades directed at him. Watching him for 19 years was special and I'm grateful for realizing it early in his career. I have owned only one baseball jersey in my life. I will never own another. Thank you 42.

[@hagamapama]

As a Red Sox fan, it was a terror to face him and a joy to beat him. That's the best praise a rival can offer

[@MrMark945]

Yep, always just there for the love of the game...as a closer no less...had a job to do and he did it to perfection...never cocky, no scandals during an era plagued with PED accusations, the way he broke down you can tell this game gave him a lot

[@Sleepydill]

8:10.. you can see in his eyes he's reminiscing the memories like he had when he was a kid trying to make it to the league

[@Yankeeapple13]

I was at this game. What everyone forgets about that night, is that after Matt Daley got the final out of the top of the ninth, the crowd began chanting for Andy Pettitte. The Rays did not take the field until he came out.

[@theboulder3278]

Baseball is not my favorite sport, but I don't think any other sport matches the passion and respect found in baseball.

[@raetekusu1]

I would say football (soccer) does (look up David Beckham's final game). I guess this is why these two are my favorite sports at an equal level.

[@bizzy24100]

the boulder u said it perfectly !!!!!!

[@spiddyman0079]

Watch any soccer game and those Mexicans are screaming at the top of their lungs even for players on the bench. Crazy fellers they are

[@CityofDreams95]

Soccer man . this baseball shit is for fat guys with big egos .. Lol. .

[@vincentlira1956]

@@CityofDreams95 no one cares.

[@Jr_96-14]

Giants fan here but you have to respect this! I still kind of tear up a bit watching this even though this was a while back. There is nothing else to prove for Mariano Rivera! What he did for the Yankees Organization is unbelievable!!! Winning them all those World Series is amazing! Respect! I tip my hat to this man.

[@BabAcademy]

i remember this day. I was a freshman in college, actually inside class watching the analysis thru my phone. I ran out of class to the nearest pub i could see. It was packed. i was able to squeeze myself by the window outside just to catch this moment live. I couldn't stop crying.

[@yankees4ever504]

The first time I saw this I thought it was very moving. Mariano Rivera: One of the Yankees MANY legends.

[@debbynorvillefan]

Thank you for sharing this video! Great footage, and you don't have to be a Yankee fan to appreciate it. Simply awesome!

[@TL2354]

Was sitting in right field for this game. I cried at the game and I'm crying now

[@jimbigboystoys4077]

Best close out pitcher in baseball history!! I say that not just because I'm a Yankee fan...But because IT'S JUST TRUE! Baseball will not be the same without him. Mariano...WE'RE GONNA MISS YA BUDDY!!

[@XxTheBrucesterxX]

+john doe lmao what you just said makes no fucking sense

[@XxTheBrucesterxX]

***** because he sucked as a starting pitcher. But he excelled as a closer. What the fuck are you getting at?

[@saygoodnighttothebadguy]

john doe how come I've never heard of you playing on a professional baseball team. Just STFU turd.

[@theSelfMadeOne]

Red Sox fan here... Teared up a bit watching this video. Mo put his heart and soul into this game and he will always be one of my favorite players.

[@jeffwolford8608]

Growing up a dodger fan I hated the Yankees until I moved to the east coast. Much love and respect to an organization that is truely a class act and deserves to be the most successful of any in all of sports. The Yankees have held onto their guy's and retired them as Yankees while giving the sport so many great legends and moments like this one. The sport isn't the same without the great sandman

[@dementionX]

Thank you. Mo was one of my favorite players when I was in Middle school. To see him leave now, it's sad but Mo had such an amazing year. First ballot unanimous vote for HoF? He better!

[@x77benoit]

dementionX you got your wish

[@connorseger7903]

I cant believe ppl would dislike something like this. I am a Cardinals fan, but this man is absolutely fantastic. Best closer ever, Period. We will miss you Mo. this pretty much ends the era of solid closers. And out walks a legend!

[@rebeccamarino6414]

It’s 2023 and I’m still crying.

[@홍수미-h3o]

No one can replace him with the best closer in MLB. He is solely the best closer ever.

[@MattyGerber]

This still makes me tear up. I didn't grow up a Yankees fan, but if you grew in my (our) era. There are some players you never want to see leave the field. Mo, Jeter, Griffey just to name a few out of the many. Seeing all of those guys leave the game still breaks my heart. These people were my heroes growing up and I'm just happy I got to witness them playing in their primes (Missed some of Griffey's career, but I remember his '99 season like it was yesterday) and walking off the field for the last time. To all the greats, I tip my hat * *In classic Jeter fashion* *

[@aras00678]

19 years watching him pitch and seing him grow to become simply the best. What a priviledge see history done at its finest!

[@beaconhill421]

Mariano Rivera is the best all time.

[@swaguymusicpage]

It's very rare that in a persons lifetime you can watch someone develop and say that one person was the best to ever do it. Congrats Mariano Rivera....You truly are THE GREATEST closer to EVER play this game! You will be missed. Coming from a SF Giants fan.

[@bigunone]

Now he is watching his own son coming up through the ranks One word describes him CLASS

[@amurik3n]

The last MLB player to wear number 42. I don't like the Yankees but Mariano Rivera was the greatest closer in baseball, hope he makes the Hall of Fame.

[@Fanik10]

Nelz Graves First Ballot as will Jeter the following year.

[@rickycalderon6220]

There you go!

[@xxanf29xx]

He made it and he got 100%. First player in Baseball History to get unanimous vote. Not Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Lou Gehrig, Ted Williams or Stan Musial. Mariano Rivera stands alone.

[@hudsondarmanin3358]

and yes he did, in a unanimous vote, 5 years later

[@thethreatwrestling.7053]

Mariano Rivera, Derek Jeter, Andy Pettite, and Jorge Posada started together with the Yankees in 1995. In 2013 it was already 18 years sharing moments every season. Off course the emotions got him.

[@Kinsman19]

Watched this guy pitch from the age of 11 through 30. Seeing someone this great pitch year after year was truly a pleasure.

[@crimdell]

Once every 50 years or so MLB should waive the rule that says a player must be retired for 5 years before being inducted into Cooperstown. Mariano is that exception. He should be inducted into the Hall of Fame immediately. Making him wait makes him like the other HoF members, and he simply is not the same.

[@VakFPS]

crimdell one more year

[@benfranco5034]

And today he was inducted unanimously

[@douggarr9095]

Everyone's ballot! The first time in the history of the game....Mo the best there ever was relief pitcher.

[@fernandover9538]

425 he got it !!!

[@extremerules43]

Seeing mo pitch this year was my first and only time seeing him pitch in person. It is amazing how crazy Yankee stadium gets when he comes out and its amazing how great he is

[@gordoelkis]

I'm Panamanian,very proud of Mariano Rivera. He's just the best what a humble guy came from a poor town of Puerto Caimito,to the world,el mejor papa ❤🇵🇦

[@Eberbobi]

This is one of many reasons baseball is beautiful. Much respect to the best to ever do it from a Dodger fan!

[@anthonyalgarin974]

Mariano rivera will always be rememberd as the great closer in history

[@mturley8414]

GOD I love and miss that GOAT!!! Much respect to the Rays for showing respect.. Straight class right there

[@jfredknobloch]

When Mariano turns around before he leaves the field to salute the fans is one of those Greco/Roman moments that our sports culture admires and emulates; but it is at once a tribute to and at the same time a dedication to skill in competition but also domination. So on we go.

[@fallen4life080]

Very good tie in to the Greco Roman nature of competition. I myself am quite the history buff and love some people still know about the historical context of some of the modern game's habits. Mariano was a humbly dominant athlete. Possibly the best way to ever be an athlete.

[@clarissadavis3212]

I am from Panama and I am so proud of Mariano Rivera

[@dondilanno]

I love Mariano Rivera. Pure class 100%. Maybe one of the three greatest sports moments I have ever seen. This here, Lou Gherig’s “goodbye” and the Olympic runner helped across the finish line by his father. I have the chills watching this great man both giving and receiving so much love.

[@18merlin14]

Feel the love that went through that place. Not many can pull sentimental emotion from New Yorkers, but he could. Very touching and I am not even a fan of the Yankees. Reminds me of how we feel about out Miguel Cabrera in Detroit. Please, Miggy, don't ever leave us.

[@DarrylTurner-fl8hi]

This video still gives me the chills!!

[@ryeNtash23]

Thank you for the MO- M E N T S

[@sjperitore]

Thank you so much Mo!! It's been such a joy watching u dominate baseball for so long!! Like Ken singleton said, u r gonna be a touch act to follow. Enjoy retirement

[@vjbk1587]

I've watched this a million times. Here we are in 2022 and although there are some great relievers out there. Bottom line what was said is still holding true, "I know this, he's going to be one tough act to follow". Damn right.

[@159yankees]

Damn. If only the Yankees could have come back and won this game, this would have been on Yankees Classics. You will be missed Mariano. A pleasure to watch you. I was fortunate to watch you pitch twice when I went to Yankee stadium

[@jasonrobertson1226]

Best closer ever

[@yankees4ever504]

For my money, the BEST relief pitcher in MLB history.

[@jamesanthony5681]

Very hard to argue against that. I agree.

[@taragrantham1338]

Probably the best pitcher ever. One pitch everyone knew it was coming few ever hit it.

[@nomedigaasi]

Althought I'm not a Yankee fan--I'll be cheering for Rivera to be inducted into Cooperstown Hall of Fame.

[@rolandosarabia810]

Such a class act this guy. Brought me to tears

[@btag_brady9840]

There IS crying in baseball

[@richardgallerani8817]

Yes there is....

[@ajsciarronejr.1873]

I'm not even a Yankees fan a I Cried. #MarianoRiveraEra

[@calebvght]

+Anthony Sciarrone Jr. Lmao pussyyyyy

[@Giusep7]

First to finally reach 100% Well deserved! Icon

[@salvationantonio7786]

General M.Rivera A Closer That will Never Be Forgotten of My Era.

[@teddi4292]

He was such a great guy there aren't even any negative comments. What a player. He will truly be missed

[@price1433]

how can you dislike this man or this video?

[@djangowoof]

Never forget this amazing, beautiful man!!!!!

[@garytierney8040]

Simply the best there has ever been. And a terrific person as well. As a lifelong Yankee fan I know that no one will EVER be able to fill your shoes.

[@Voltzy70]

The "Core Four", JETER, RIVERA, POSADA, PETTITTE it was amazing watching these guys careers from beginning to end. Absolutely my pleasure! 1998 New York Yankees, best team in Baseball History!

[@RayRay-zt7bj]

I wasn't alive to witness first hand, the day that Lou Gehrig announced his tearful goodbye at Yankee Stadium, between games of a doubleheader on July 4th 1939 after his career was cut short by ALS disease. The impact of his life was captured for me in the 1942 movie Pride of The Yankees, starring Gary Cooper. I have been around to experience the whole career and great moments of Mariano Rivera. Thankfully, Mariano's career ended on a healthy note. His career couldn't have been better scripted in a Hollywood movie. Mo was not only a great pitcher, but he is also one of the classiest players ever in Major League baseball. Welcome to the Hall Of Fame Mariano Rivera!!!

[@jager_99]

Even as a Red Sox fan, this got me choked up. An amazing player with a legendary career.

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[@DMAK99-h4f]

Gotta be a Yank or Sox fan to understand the depth of respect when something nice is said about the other. And it does mean something more when it comes from a Sox fan. So, thank you, from a Yanks fan - and may you never win another game. Ever.

[@In_out_J]

We can't forget you.You were the best closer of the MLB.

[@shlepmessing8703]

Tears, cheers and no snot on Andy's hoodie.

[@vincentschlenker8018]

Mariano Rivera WILL be missed in the MLB. Everyone should see what a great pitcher he was, coming from a Boston Red Sox fan. #42 Never Forget

[@jonant8317]

Not a Yankees fan in fact have hated them for years but i have nothing but good things to say about mo. Truly class act, great player....goodluck in life mo

[@teacheraaron26]

I’ve never bawled as hard watching sports. Ever.

[@hammer6454]

For all baseball and softball players and former players when your career comes to an end remember all the unforgettable times you have had on the field with the people you know. Because they have given you the happiest years of your life and all the relationships you have made with your coaches and new friends you have Made and just remember that baseball will not last forever and thank all of them.😞😢⚾️🥎 thank you Mo

[@jeffreyrvazquez]

still brings a tear to my eye

[@calebvght]

+Jeffrey Vazquez shut up bitch

[@jeffreyrvazquez]

+Caleb Vaught really? Go do something with your life.

[@sandykniskern2529]

Til this day. I always get teary.

[@kathconserv]

He’s such a humble and kind man.

[@andante005]

So how Human are you? What a Man !!

[@southerncalicards]

What an amazing moment. legend!

[@robandrene]

Thank you Red Sox fans. We don't love you, but we respect you. When it comes to great players like Mariano, Ortiz and so on we all realize how fortunate we are as fans. So, thanks for recognizing our guy and I tip my hat in return to many of yours. See you at the park.

[@nicholasmedovich8691]

Rivera will NEVER be forgotten in MLB. EVER.

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[@albertperez137]

I remember growing up watching him & jeter. Such a sad moment for a Yankee fan, but mariano will forever be the best of the best. Don't know what I'm gonna do when it's jeters turn:(

[@XxStonedImmaculatexX]

Seeing this makes me realize how far we’ve come as a nation through all of our strife with him being the last person to wear 42. Not just from a civil liberties perspective but a lot overall. He was great from beginning to end and was always a class act. I know Jackie would have been very proud of him!

[@dr.m.h.patterson8121]

God bless you, friend. But you may have spoken too soon. This nation has a long, long way to go. But this... this was a beautiful night. People of so many races, colors, creeds in these stands - or watching from home or in their local bar or bodega - just melting together to appreciate a fellow human being. Even I felt hopeful.

[@XxStonedImmaculatexX]

@@dr.m.h.patterson8121 yes we do have a long ways to go, but we’ve also come a long way. Take it from me who grew up in Compton CA with immigrant parents in a gang ridden neighborhood with shootings on a nightly basis, having lived and seen the LA Riots first hand and joining the Army deploying overseas. We’re a lot better off today vs long ago in my opinion!