I’m a Mets fan living in Western Canada. I have a huge appreciation for the baseball history. I also am a huge fan of Michael Kay and the work he does. A class act in the truest sense!
My brother Jim covered the Yankees during the 1970’s and early 80’s for the Passaic Herald News. In the spring of 1978, he invited me to Ft Lauderdale for a week to watch the team work out and, upon arriving, took me into the bar at the Galt Ocean Mile Hotel. He introduced me to Billy, Art Fowler and Yogi, saying to Yogi, “this is my brother Anthony.” I shook his hand and said, “it’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Berra.” The follwing year, My brother called me from Ft. Lauderdale and told me that Yogi had asked him, “how’s your brother Anthony doin”? I asked how in the world he remembered me and Jim responded, “he said you were the first person in 30 years to call him Mr. Berra!”
Amazing story! Thanks for sharing. My brother in law, Vince, grew up playing sand-lot ball with Yogi and Joe Garagiola on The Hill section of St. Louis. They played a lot of soccer as well as baseball. He said Yogi was a great athlete even then, but his older brother, Anthony, was the best athlete on The Hill and one of the finest athletes he had ever seen in his life. Anthony played a little semi-pro but all the kids were working in jobs to make ends meet back in those hard times. Anthony talked their dad into letting Yogi have a shot at pro ball and the rest is history, but if Anthony had gone too Vince said he would have become one of the greatest baseball players of all time - guaranteed. Of course, it is easy to look back with hindsight. Nobody knew back then that even Yogi had a chance of making it. They just gave him his shot. I often wonder how many kids who never get a chance could become great athletes, scientists, politicians or engineers if they only got a break. [EDIT] By the way, "The Hill" was actually called "Dago Hill". The correct name is never used for obvious reasons, but I never knew an Italian in St. Louis who was necessarily offended by calling it by that name. It is a famous place and that's what it was called, so we just shrugged our shoulders and said, "Why not?" People are too thin-skinned today. Nice talkin with ya Tony.
Thanks for sharing your story as well. My heritage is 100% Italian and I grew up with all the Italian stereotypes. None of it ever bothered me because our family unit was so strong and we developed a thick skin. Besides, Frank Sinatra’s nickname was Dago! The first house he ever bought was on Lawrence Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 10 blocks away from my boyhood home.
@@tonyvincent9753 I'm 100% too. I used to joke and say, "Other kids have blood in their veins, I have tomato sauce." LOL Hey, Pisan, we sure did eat good din't we? My mom used to cook dinners every day that you would pay a fortune for in a five star restaurant, but I always wanted American food like hot dogs and hamburgers. Mom used to say, "You're gonna miss my cooking when I'm gone." Just like everything else she said, she was right.
Hilarious! We lived very similar lives, brother. My Dad would never take us to an Itaian restaurant. He’d say, they can’t make it as good as your mother!” My Irish friend’s mother’s would give them peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch. My Mom would give me an antipasto on fresh Italian bread. She’d say “ the Mudigans don’t know how to eat!” LOL
My favorite athlete of all time regardless of sport. I caught in little league and always wore the number 8. Cried like a baby the day he passed. Just a splendid human being. Glad I got to see him in his prime.
I did also my 1st LL team was the Yankees i asked for #8 ! Got it, yeah!!!! Next year they changed us to the Pirates ( only 3 years after the 60' WS melt down) they asked me if I wanted 8 again......thought awhile and in protest took #13 lol
No accident they won so much together. They were great ball players who played well under pressure. They won 5 world series in a row. 49 50 51 52 53. Also won in 47. 56 . Phil played a lot less in 1956 but contributed and got a ring. Lost in 1955. Amazing.
I worked at Yankee stadium in 2007-2009 during old timers day and saw yogi from the stands and everyone stood up applauded when he walked onto the field 🥺🥺🥺🥺
I met Yogi Berra at Newark airport in 1992; as I was walking toward my end of the terminal I noticed him just sitting there by himself presumably waiting for his flight. I had to do a double take as I'm thinking is that really Yogi Berra... just sitting there without a soul around him no way couldn't be. As he got into his later years he definitely became even more identifiable almost to a character of himself I'm thinking there's only one person who looks like Yogi Berra and thats Yogi Berra. I quickly bought a magazine at one of the stands to try getting his autograph making me way to him introducing myself we shook hands asking for an autograph I sit down next to him where we spoke for maybe ten minutes asking him what he was up to telling me he was off the do some golfing in Colorado.. asked him how Dale was doing as and his state of mind in terms of Steinbrener and if was still self deposed from coming back to the stadium anytime soon...which he wasn't... Lol... A total gentleman it was my honor to have sat with him undisturbed for the blip in time.
Jesus. I never heard this before. Now, I'm tearing. I was lucky enough to meet Yogi at his baseball museum in Montclair just by chance. What an extraordinary gentleman. I only wish I had a camera.
I have 2 friends I worked with 50 years ago that I have not seen in 30 years. If either of them called me today asking for anything - I would be there in a minute. It is a thing that can not be explained. Only those that know can understand it.
You talk about nicest famous person you ever met. I'll go one step further. He was one of the nicest people anyone could meet. I didn't know Yogi. He didn't know me. But here is a Yogi story. It seems Yogi would go to a deli/general store in Verona N.J. almost daily to get his coffee and newspaper. Yogi lived in Montclair N.J. a neighboring town. I would see Yogi often leaving the deli. I was an avid Yankee fan but never wanted to intrude into his personal space or privacy with fan boy or selfish motives. One early morning, I was walking into the deli and Yogi was walking out. I took that opportunity as respectfully noted that I had recently had the good fortune of winning a bat sighed by Yogi at the Verona Rescue/Fire Dept. picnic celebration. Yogi's son and his wife, Carla lived in Verona and Carla was a member of the squad. Apparently, she got her father-in-law to autograph the bat and it was first prize in a raffle. Well, Yogi was so gracious, open, and humble during that conversation. He was more interested in my employment with Verona. I was a Lieutenant with the Police Dept. at that time. Just a great guy to talk with and I will never forget that brief interaction. This meeting took place over thirty years ago. Obviously, I still have that bat and the fond memories of Yogi. He is for me a symbol for what was right in professional sports. Thanks Yogi! Rest in Peace.
Yogi ,Rizzuto wow no words how much they mean to a bronx kid like me.But Michael I have met you many times working at MSG.And at Yankees Stadium going to the game. And may I say you to my my friend are a class act and a great person too.That was heart felt buddie. You are the best God bless you and family.
Ppl make fun of Michael but his passion for the Yanks and baseball in general is really awesome
THE GREAT WHITE I love kay I really don’t understand the hate he gets never have never will
Great job by Don to let the moment breath but still step up after Michael could not go on. Touching clip.
Absolutely!
Wow, I never heard this story. I'm so glad I accidently stumbled across this video
Ditto
You and me both
Same here.
I saw this live on TV and had been searching for this clip, thank you so much for posting.
RUclips never take this down.
Glad I could help!
I’m a Mets fan living in Western Canada. I have a huge appreciation for the baseball history. I also am a huge fan of Michael Kay and the work he does. A class act in the truest sense!
My condolences, that you like Michael Kay the piece of crap.
My brother Jim covered the Yankees during the 1970’s and early 80’s for the Passaic Herald News. In the spring of 1978, he invited me to Ft Lauderdale for a week to watch the team work out and, upon arriving, took me into the bar at the Galt Ocean Mile Hotel. He introduced me to Billy, Art Fowler and Yogi, saying to Yogi, “this is my brother Anthony.” I shook his hand and said, “it’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Berra.”
The follwing year, My brother called me from Ft. Lauderdale and told me that Yogi had asked him, “how’s your brother Anthony doin”? I asked how in the world he remembered me and Jim responded, “he said you were the first person in 30 years to call him Mr. Berra!”
Amazing story! Thanks for sharing. My brother in law, Vince, grew up playing sand-lot ball with Yogi and Joe Garagiola on The Hill section of St. Louis. They played a lot of soccer as well as baseball. He said Yogi was a great athlete even then, but his older brother, Anthony, was the best athlete on The Hill and one of the finest athletes he had ever seen in his life. Anthony played a little semi-pro but all the kids were working in jobs to make ends meet back in those hard times. Anthony talked their dad into letting Yogi have a shot at pro ball and the rest is history, but if Anthony had gone too Vince said he would have become one of the greatest baseball players of all time - guaranteed. Of course, it is easy to look back with hindsight. Nobody knew back then that even Yogi had a chance of making it. They just gave him his shot. I often wonder how many kids who never get a chance could become great athletes, scientists, politicians or engineers if they only got a break. [EDIT] By the way, "The Hill" was actually called "Dago Hill". The correct name is never used for obvious reasons, but I never knew an Italian in St. Louis who was necessarily offended by calling it by that name. It is a famous place and that's what it was called, so we just shrugged our shoulders and said, "Why not?" People are too thin-skinned today. Nice talkin with ya Tony.
Thanks for sharing your story as well. My heritage is 100% Italian and I grew up with all the Italian stereotypes. None of it ever bothered me because our family unit was so strong and we developed a thick skin. Besides, Frank Sinatra’s nickname was Dago! The first house he ever bought was on Lawrence Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 10 blocks away from my boyhood home.
@@tonyvincent9753 I'm 100% too. I used to joke and say, "Other kids have blood in their veins, I have tomato sauce." LOL Hey, Pisan, we sure did eat good din't we? My mom used to cook dinners every day that you would pay a fortune for in a five star restaurant, but I always wanted American food like hot dogs and hamburgers. Mom used to say, "You're gonna miss my cooking when I'm gone." Just like everything else she said, she was right.
Hilarious! We lived very similar lives, brother. My Dad would never take us to an Itaian restaurant. He’d say, they can’t make it as good as your mother!”
My Irish friend’s mother’s would give them peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch. My Mom would give me an antipasto on fresh Italian bread. She’d say “ the Mudigans don’t know how to eat!” LOL
WOW!
Not only does it speak to the type of person Yogi is/was, it is a wonderful lesson for all of us.
I believe this clip also shows what type of man Michael is.
You’re the best Michael !!!!!!!
I love Michael Kay ❤️
You would. 😄😄😄👺👺👺
They both truly legend how about what Yogi did never knew thank you Michael Kay for sharing and showing your true emotions
Just tremendous. The Yankees and their great and iconic people have been a large part of many of our lives.
My favorite athlete of all time regardless of sport. I caught in little league and always wore the number 8. Cried like a baby the day he passed. Just a splendid human being. Glad I got to see him in his prime.
That's beautiful.
I did also my 1st LL team was the Yankees i asked for #8 !
Got it, yeah!!!! Next year they changed us to the Pirates ( only 3 years after the 60' WS melt down) they asked me if I wanted 8 again......thought awhile and in protest took #13 lol
I love that guy and Phill. I can say without a doubt we will never see days like that again. The world has gone to shit.
No accident they won so much together. They were great ball players who played well under pressure. They won 5 world series in a row. 49 50 51 52 53. Also won in 47. 56 . Phil played a lot less in 1956 but contributed and got a ring. Lost in 1955. Amazing.
Powerful stuff😢
Puts into context Yogis relationship with Jeter. Humanity included. Yogi is the GOAT
Thank you Mr kay . I can imagine how hard that was.
God Bless Yogi and Phil. R.I.P guys
I cried 'live' and everytime I watch this clip. Thank you Michael Kay for representing all of our feelings towards Scooter #10 and Yogi #8!
Heartbreaking
Because both Yogi and the Scooter were Italian-Americans and their culture demanded they be better human beings than most.
cringey comment....
I worked at Yankee stadium in 2007-2009 during old timers day and saw yogi from the stands and everyone stood up applauded when he walked onto the field 🥺🥺🥺🥺
Amazing story..... thanks!!!!!
Good on ya, Michael. Yogi and Phil were special people.
Such a tough moment for him. You could feel the love and respect.
so touching....thanks guys
I just shed real tears man
Great stuff Mike
OMG. Never saw this before. Thank you!!!
Well said. This is what being a good friend and teammate should be about.
Just came across this. Micheal was truly touched.
I met Yogi Berra at Newark airport in 1992; as I was walking toward my end of the terminal I noticed him just sitting there by himself presumably waiting for his flight. I had to do a double take as I'm thinking is that really Yogi Berra... just sitting there without a soul around him no way couldn't be. As he got into his later years he definitely became even more identifiable almost to a character of himself I'm thinking there's only one person who looks like Yogi Berra and thats Yogi Berra. I quickly bought a magazine at one of the stands to try getting his autograph making me way to him introducing myself we shook hands asking for an autograph I sit down next to him where we spoke for maybe ten minutes asking him what he was up to telling me he was off the do some golfing in Colorado.. asked him how Dale was doing as and his state of mind in terms of Steinbrener and if was still self deposed from coming back to the stadium anytime soon...which he wasn't... Lol... A total gentleman it was my honor to have sat with him undisturbed for the blip in time.
Amazing story, thanks for sharing! Michael Kay always says that Yogi and Rizzuto were 2 of the most kindest famous people ever. Your story proves it.
It's Deja Vu all over again
Well Mr Berra, we could sure use a wonderful person like you again 🌹
Amazing story. Amazing people. I’m afraid part of the soul of this country died when this generation left us.
Heard this live, thanks for upload
Much respect Yogi was a great man
I met Yogi a few times. Not a nicer person in the world!!!!!!
Holy Cow !
God I miss those guys.
The Best. Cacher. For. Mi. El. Gran. Yogui .
Yogi was made of gold.
i like seeing the old photo of yogi and scooter, when they were young and played for the ny yankees, and the world was their oyster.
Jesus. I never heard this before. Now, I'm tearing. I was lucky enough to meet Yogi at his baseball museum in Montclair just by chance. What an extraordinary gentleman. I only wish I had a camera.
Imagine having a friend like that. Most of us guys nowadays will never have anything close to that.
I hate the Yanks, but this man has a insane amount of passion. Bless Yogi
We love you Yogi.
Phil and Cora were very kind people . Every Halloween
we would trick or treat at their house . It was always the highlight of Halloween
Did you ever see his cat Ratso? 😄
He used to give away big - I mean huge - Hershey bars at Halloween.
It's crazy yogi has been gone for 7 years
These guys were great and nice because they never made 30 million like they make now.
David Ortiz does not belong in the same Hall of Fame as Yogi Berra.
I have 2 friends I worked with 50 years ago that I have not seen in 30 years. If either of them called me today asking for anything - I would be there in a minute. It is a thing that can not be explained. Only those that know can understand it.
Phil in that photo of them playing cards is a spitting image of John Lurie
thanks
🙏❤️
This is what life is all about when stripped to its most basic purity.
There’s something so powerful about seeing a person who’s a professional and normally keeps it together break down with emotion
Nothing for me to add on this/Yogi and Scooter were a class act/R.I.P
I hope things like that hit me one day.
Good job, guys...
Y'all ever double clicked on an RUclips video because you thought you were on TikTok? Yup just did that . 😂
Wow it’s getting dusty in this room I’m in
You talk about nicest famous person you ever met. I'll go one step further. He was one of the nicest people anyone could meet. I didn't know Yogi. He didn't know me. But here is a Yogi story. It seems Yogi would go to a deli/general store in Verona N.J. almost daily to get his coffee and newspaper. Yogi lived in Montclair N.J. a neighboring town. I would see Yogi often leaving the deli. I was an avid Yankee fan but never wanted to intrude into his personal space or privacy with fan boy or selfish motives.
One early morning, I was walking into the deli and Yogi was walking out. I took that opportunity as respectfully noted that I had recently had the good fortune of winning a bat sighed by Yogi at the Verona Rescue/Fire Dept. picnic celebration. Yogi's son and his wife, Carla lived in Verona and Carla was a member of the squad. Apparently, she got her father-in-law to autograph the bat and it was first prize in a raffle. Well, Yogi was so gracious, open, and humble during that conversation. He was more interested in my employment with Verona. I was a Lieutenant with the Police Dept. at that time. Just a great guy to talk with and I will never forget that brief interaction. This meeting took place over thirty years ago. Obviously, I still have that bat and the fond memories of Yogi. He is for me a symbol for what was right in professional sports. Thanks Yogi! Rest in Peace.
New York Yankees the greatest organization in Major League Baseball ⚾️ thank you.
Greatest organization in all of sports
But with terrible fans
@@wa2k99 Explain
Was*
He must have been personal friend of Yogi's
Dude you rubbed your nose then touched your eyes .. use that hanky in your top pocket
Awesome story!!! Horrible recording....
That's are great God?
Kay is as phony as they come. Now that Yogi and Phil are gone he tries to make a story about them "his own". Please.
What BS !
I ain't no Yankee fan, but I will always, always, always be a fan of the great Yogi Berra. RIP Yogi.
Dude you rubbed your nose then touched your eyes .. use that hanky in your top pocket
Yogi ,Rizzuto wow no words how much they mean to a bronx kid like me.But Michael I have met you many times working at MSG.And at Yankees Stadium going to the game. And may I say you to my my friend are a class act and a great person too.That was heart felt buddie. You are the best God bless you and family.
MINT!!!!!
Two great guys
Yogi and Scooter were also business partners in a bowling alley in Clifton.
63
These damn onions
We’re gonna be hearing stories in 2061 about how Giancarlo Stanton held Aaron Hicks’ hand till he fell asleep.
😆😆😆
And we’ll be very glad when you go to final sleep, douchbag