They walked in, one right after the other, like a procession of dignitaries you’d expect to see at a White House dinner party. Except these VIPs needed no introductions. The star power was unmistakable.
There was Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson, followed by fellow World Series stars Luis Gonzalez and Joe Carter. Right behind them came an all-star collection of infielders – first Matt Williams, then Mark Grace and Orlando Hudson.
And more were right behind them, including a pair of Cy Young Award winners, Doug Drabek and Pete Vuckovich. It was a parade of former major league talent that also included Phil Nevin, J.