I was born in 1978. The Yankees had won back-to-back World Series and my father was a big fan of Graig Nettles. Nettles aka ‘Puff’ was an all-star 3rd baseman, most known for leaving his feet in superman style to defend his position. He was the Yankees captain from '82-84, was part of four pennant-winning teams; a 6-time All-Star, 2-time Gold Glove winner, and the 1976 AL home run leader. My pops thought he was so talented and so influential during the '77-78 seasons that when I was born, he named me ‘Graig’ after him. Unfortunately--in my generation--the name wasn't as popular, so it's been spelled wrong every day since, lol But, it's not all bad - Raekwon & Ghostface came through for me in '95, when Ghostface spit, "Now back to my project where I settle, sportin’ gold medals, and guarding the base like Graig Nettles!" I haven't had an opportunity to meet Ghostface yet (I've met Rae twice), but when I do, you can guess what bars I'm gonna talk to him about! Were they ever released on a song? I don't think so, but if anyone knows otherwise, hit me about it in the comments. This still makes me smile - enjoy the video below. Have a similar story?
I had this picture on my wall growing up.
