458. Paul Holmgren
457. Dave Schultz
Not only was left winger Dave Schultz the greatest enforcer in National Hockey League history, but also he helped the Philadelphia Flyers win back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1973-1974 and 1974-1975! Therefore, my 457th video features him.
456. Bobby Shantz
Left-hander Bobby Shantz pitched for both the Philadelphia Athletics and the Philadelphia Phillies! Therefore, my 456th video features him.
455. Vini Lopez and Max Weinberg
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band has featured two dynamic drummers: Vini Lopez and Max Weinberg! Therefore, my 455th video features them.
454. Bobby Rydell’s “Wildwood Days”
My 454th video features Bobby Rydell’s “Wildwood Days.” Wildwood, a terrific town, is located in the legendary South Jersey Shore!
453. Bobby Rydell
Not only is Philadelphia’s Bobby Rydell a superb singer, but also he is an Eagles fan! Therefore, my 453rd video features him.
452. The Hooters’ “All You Zombies” and “And We Danced”
My 452nd video features two superb songs by The Hoooters: “All You Zombies” and “And We Danced.”
451. The Hooters’ “Day by Day”
The Hooters are an awesome rock band from Philadelphia! Therefore, my 451st video features a performance of The Hooters’ “Day by Day.”
450. Nick Swisher
Not only did first baseman/outfielder Nick Swisher begin his Major League Baseball career with the Oakland Athletics, but also he helped the New York Yankees win the 2009 World Series. Therefore, my 450th video features him!
449. Train
Train, a San Francisco band, collaborated with Hall & Oates to produce “Philly Forget Me Not.” Some of Train’s superb songs are “Save Me, San Francisco,” “Hey Soul Sister,” “Drive By,” and “Drops of Jupiter.” In addition, Train gave a performance to conclude the 2014 San Francisco Giants’ victory parade! Therefore, my 449th video features them!
448. A Sammy Hagar Acoustic-4-A-Cure Benefit Concert
Michael Anthony, Kevin Cronin (“Roll with the Changes”), Sammy Hagar (“Eagles Fly”), Vic Johnson, Taj Mahal, Eddie Money (“Two Tickets to Paradise”), Joe Satriani, Chad Smith, and Bob Weir are nine marvelous musicians! Therefore, my 448th video features their performance at a Sammy Hagar Acoustic-4-A-Cure benefit concert.
447. Taj Mahal
Guitarist Taj Mahal is a marvelous musician, and “Corinna” is just one of the many superb songs that he performs! Therefore, my 447th video features a performance by him at his 76th birthday celebration.
446. A Music Heals International Benefit Concert
Music Heals International, a nonprofit organization, teaches music to children around the world! Therefore, my 446th video features a great group of musicians of who raised funds for this foundation at a 2018 benefit concert. The marvelous musicians are: Sunshine Becker, Jason Crosby, Dave Ellis, Matt Kelly, Steve Kimock, Jay Lane, Dan Lebowitz, D.J. Logic, David Nelson, Jeff Pehrson, Melvin Seals, Robin Sylvester, and Bobby Weir.
445. Weir and “Wavy”
The Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir and Berkeley’s “Wavy Gravy” have donated much of their time to support educational, humanitarian, and environmental causes. So, my 445th video features Weir’s performance of “Terrapin Station” and Wavy’s performance of “Basic Human Needs” during a Camp Winnarainbow benefit concert and Wavy Gravy’s 82nd birthday celebration!
444. Rawlings’ Dave Fahrney and Jim Hughes
Not only were Willie Mays and Mike Schmidt awesome hitters, but they were also dynamic defenders! As a matter of fact, they each earned a record number of Rawlings Gold Glove awards. For outfielders, Willie Mays won an MLB-record 12 (consecutive) Gold Gloves. For third basemen, Mike Schmidt won an NL-record 10 Gold Gloves. So, my 444th video features a question about them to the Rawlings’ Dave Fahrney and Jim Hughes.
443. Darren Lewis
Not only did outfielder Darren Lewis play baseball for the California Golden Bears, but also he played for both the Oakland Athletics and the San Francisco Giants! Therefore, my 443rd video features him.
442. Steve Wallace
Tackle Steve Wallace helped the San Franciso 49ers win three Super Bowls! Therefore, my 442nd video features him. Thanks to Sheila Luskin for filming my poem.
441. Roger Craig
Running back Roger Craig helped the San Francisco 49ers win three Super Bowls! Thefore, my 441st video features him. Thanks to Tom Chan for filming my question to Roger Craig.
440. Rich “Goose” Gossage
Not only did pitcher Rich “Goose” Gossage help the New York Yankees win the 1978 World Series, but also he pitched for both the 1989 San Francisco Giants and the 1992-1993 Oakland Athletics! Therefore, my 440th video features him. Thanks to Tom Chan for filming my question to Goose Gossage.
439. Matt Williams
Not only was Matt Williams a terrific third baseman for the San Francisco Giants, but also he helped the Arizona Diamondbacks win the 2001 World Series! Therefore, my 439th video features a question to him.