Speaking of Baseball, Commissioner Selig has announced his retirement effective 2012. As a result of that announcement, several names will be mentioned as his potential successor. One of those, Brian Ross, Sr. Editor, of Minor League Baseball News postulates in his article that the President of the Pacific Coast League, Branch B. Rickey, who is commonly called "Branch Rickey, III," is an apt candidate. Brian's assessment of Branch, as a great visionary and good for baseball, is one in which I heartily agree. Branch's reputation is one of honor, integrity and grace; his values -- truth, excellence and fair play; and his training, from his grandfather and father's knees -- teething on baseball, weaning on history and learning compassion, equity, and dependability towards his fellowman (and woman).
I have been blessed to call him my "boss" and to be considered his colleague and right-hand in his work as the President of the Pacific Coast League.
Minor League Baseball News - MLB Commissioner
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