
RiverDogs Principal Owner Marv Goldklang Comments on Passing of George Steinbrenner
Published on July 13, 2010 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Charleston RiverDogs News Release
Statement from the Charleston RiverDogs and principal owner Marv Goldklang on the passing of George Steinbrenner:
"The Charleston RiverDogs, an affiliate of the 27-time World Series Champion New York Yankees, are deeply saddened by the passing of George M. Steinbrenner III. We will forever remember The Boss as a true visionary and giant in the world of sports and offer our condolences to the many people whose lives have been touched and enhanced by such an incredible individual. ( ( Marv Goldklang, principal owner of the RiverDogs and a limited partner of the Yankees, said: I am deeply saddened by the loss of my partner and friend. The game of Baseball, indeed all of sports, today lost one of its icons. It is indeed a time for mourning and reflection, as we keep his family in our thoughts during the days ahead. While George's name will forever be associated with the pride, tradition and success of the greatest sports organization in the world, he also was one of the most generous, sensitive and loyal people I have known. He will be greatly missed."
NOTE: The Charleston RiverDogs will have a moment of silence and additional tributes to George Steinbrenner prior to Wednesday night's game against the Augusta GreenJackets (7:05 pm first pitch).
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