[Westside]

Sparky was my favorite manager. He manages 2 of my favorite teams (Reds and Tigers). In 1984 I got to see the Tigers play the Indians at Tiger Stadium. Before the game, I got to see Sparky hit some fly balls to some of his players out in the outfield. I got within 10 feet of him. The outfield seats at old Tiger Stadium started basically at field level. I was only 11 at the time, but I remember how he was constantly joking and interacting with some of the fans.