PHOENIX -- I heard my Grampa Yogi say a thousand times, I never knew a time when I didn't know Joe. And I heard Joe Garagiola say a hundred times, I never knew a time when I didn't know Yogi. And it was the same with the kids and grandkids. Grampa and Joe were so intertwined in each other's lives that the younger generations of Garagiolas and Berras naturally developed strong relationships, too.
Which is why I was thrilled and honored to be part of the Arizona D-backs' tribute to Joe prior to their game against the Yankees Monday night at Chase Field.