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Weiss reflects on 9/11, honoring military
- Updated: September 11, 2016
SAN DIEGO — Rockies manager Walt Weiss was one of the many people across the nation who was personally affected by the tragedy of September 11, 15 years ago.
Growing up in a suburb outside of New York City, Weiss grew up with friends who gave their lives trying to help those who were trapped in the collapsing World Trade Center towers.
“There are a couple guys I went to high school with who were firefighters that were in the building that day,” Weiss said. “I think everybody’s affected by it, some more than others, but I think Major League Baseball does a great job with things like this.
“Honoring the military, we do it all year in virtually every stadium, and today will be a special time before the game.”
In San Diego, a town that identifies heavily with the military, Petco Park will have a Salute to Veterans before the game, featuring military veterans and local first responders being …
