Diehard Blue Jays Fans Share World Series Memories
Natashia Moodie, a devoted Toronto Blue Jays fan, fondly reminisces about her favorite baseball team’s remarkable journey to the World Series this season after a 32-year wait. As an eight-year-old watching the Jays face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in 1993, the excitement of their back-to-back championship victories left a lasting impression on her.
The recent thrilling victory in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, where the Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-3 with a remarkable play by George Springer, reignited the passion among fans. Moodie, now 40, grew up surrounded by baseball, with cherished memories of singing the national anthem in Cree at a Jays game in 1999.
Lisa Pateman, although not a current baseball enthusiast, vividly recalls the electric atmosphere of the Jays’ 1992 World Series triumph against the Atlanta Braves. The sense of camaraderie and excitement during that time has stayed with her, reflected in the Jays championship sweatshirt she proudly shares with her family.
Curtis Halliday, a long-time Jays supporter, vividly recalls the euphoria of the final game of the 1993 series, showcasing the enduring passion of fans for their beloved team. With the upcoming clash against the defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, in Game 1, fans like Halliday are gearing up to witness history at Rogers Centre.
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