I have always enjoyed and admired Mark Grace’s ability to be candid, offer constructive criticism, and just flat out tell you like it is without coming off as a complete ass. So when I was presented with an opportunity to meet with him, along with Jack Sommers in the press level lunch room before a game, I took it. The sitting area was smaller than I had pictured in my mind, and very quiet. As soon as Grace walked in I could hear his distinctive voice approach behind me.
Once the introductions were completed Grace admitted he was surprised that we wanted his opinion on things, but was ready to be heard none the less.