MLB | Toronto Blue Jays have Virginia ties
Sean Ryan, a former University of Richmond baseball player, had Mark Budzinski, the current first base coach for the Toronto Blue Jays, as his roommate in the 1990s.
“Almost immediately, I saw what made Mark so special. He had an incredible work ethic in everything he did, on and off the diamond. His work ethic and dedication to being the best player and best teammate resulted in him getting better and better each year,”
Now, 30 years after Budzinski was drafted by Cleveland, the former Spider standout is bidding to make his first trip to the World Series after Toronto took care of the New York Yankees in the ALDS. The Jays’ series in the ALCS with Seattle began on Sunday in Toronto.
Author summary: Toronto Blue Jays coach Mark Budzinski has Virginia ties.