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  • I'm no Johnny-Come-Lately when it comes to cheering on this team. I've been a sucker for them since I first sat down with my parents to watch a game sometime in '87 or '88. Geroge Bell! Jesse Barfield! Tom Henke! Ernie Whitt! Oh the nostalgia, it jumps on me when I least expect it. I suppose the fact that I was watching a team always in contention helped peak my interest during my early fan years but I've been hooked ever since and find, even in their worst seasons, it's impossible for me not to root for them. Since the Expos moved south of the border, the Jays have become the only team outside the U.S. and have thus become the perpetual underdog...and who doesn't love an underdog? Success came to the franchise earlier than most teams but they've struggled to reclaim those golden years and have faced a lot of negativity in both the press and from the fans. The 92-93 seasons were amazing to see and routinely packed the SkyDome to capacity...but it's unrealistic to expect any team (especially one without the same resources as the Yankees or Red Sox!) to keep up that pace forever and those are hard benchmarks to live up to! Through all the downs though, they've always entertained even when they've lacked a certain spark. And despite being in the hardest division in the game - they always keep it interesting. Now with Cito Gaston back as club manager - it's hard to deny, even through injuries and unrealistic expectations, the spark is most definitely back. The games seem more exciting and entertaining than they've been in years thanks to the dedication of All-Star quality players like Aaron Hill, Marco Scutaro (my personal favourite), Adam Lind and Scott Rolen...not to mention the Doc himself. The league tends to ignore the talent (offensive and defensive) we have here since we're north of the border, but what we've got is one of the most talented teams in baseball. It's totally unfair that geographic location means that these amazingly talented guys won't get the recognition and respect they deserve. Makes me cheer louder and makes me that much prouder of the fact the players continue to bust their butts anyway...but makes me disappointed that even the hometown fans tend to ignore their efforts. But I'm watching...and I'm cheering no matter their record or their popularity. And if you've got kids - the Club goes out of their way to have activities and events ALL the time. Look into Jr. Jays events at the Rogers Centre - totally worth it! And if you're looking for a Canada Day tradition - I suggest taking in a Jays ballgame. SO fun. You won't regret it. Go Jays GO!
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