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Object ID |
2025.1.59 |
Object Name |
Video Recording |
Title |
Class of 2005 Paul Beeston Acceptance Speech |
Scope & Content |
Length: 1:58 The 2005 Canada's Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held at the Royal York Hotel and Convention Centre. Summary: Paul Beeston began his Hall of Fame induction speech by expressing deep gratitude and surprise at the honour, noting with humour that his athletic achievements were minimal and that he was often the first cut from any team he tried out for. Reflecting on his time with the Toronto Blue Jays, from signing their first player in 1976 to leaving in 1997, he credited the players for making management look smarter than they really were, emphasizing that good players make good managers. He thanked his family for their patience and support during his long career, acknowledging the sacrifices they made and joking that at least he always had good tickets for them. Beeston closed by calling his 27-year run a fun and fulfilling experience, expressing how fortunate he felt to have worked in a job he loved, and humbly recognizing his inclusion in the Canada's Sports Hall of Fame as an extraordinary honour. |
Date |
2005/11/02 |
Year Range from |
2005 |
Year Range to |
2005 |
People |
Beeston, Paul |
Search Terms |
2005 induction Order of Sport Award acceptance speech builder baseball Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Hall of Fame Order of Canada Major League Baseball Canadian Baseball Man of the Year Paul Beeston |