Thing # 7

Chipper Jones, Chain of Lakes Park, Winterhaven [3/28/05], a photo by dizbuster319 on Flickr.

Chipper Jones is my favorite player all-time. I have watched him play since his rookie season in 1995 and he continues to amaze me with his poise, his loyalty, and his love of the game. He could have taken more money to play in another city like almost every player these days does but even though he has been to numerous All-Star games, won the NL MVP award, and is the only Brave left from the 1995 World Series Championship team, he has spent his entire career with the Braves and will probably retire after this season. He is most of the reason I can continue being a sports fan after having my heart broken by other players who took the money and ran. He has been as exemplary off the field as on and is a genuine role model for the youth of America. He will be missed when he retires