1986 - 2009
It's been over two months since the Angels rookie pitcher Nick Adenhart lost his life to a drunk driver. I follow both the Dodgers and the Angels, and both teams have a special place in my heart. As a fan, you'd think the death of a player would be sad, but not that hard to get over. That is simply not true. I felt connected to this young man, watching him play at Rancho Cucamonga a few years ago, his presence on the mound and with the fans was evident, even at his young age. For a young man to lose his life the day after his greatest sports achievement is tragic.
I was fortunate enough to attend the Friday game on April 10, the first game after his death. The emotion that was evident on that field and in those stands that day was overwhelming. I took some photos of that day and have uploaded a couple of my favorites.
God bless and keep you, Nick. You will forever be an Angel.
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