Since he went on and on and on about his birthday today, I just wanted to wish him a happy birthday on behalf of this board.
I did not know Bert Blyleven makes such a big deal about his birthday. I guess that day is special in Minnesota and I guess it's a day of celebration. I guess next year I will treat myself for an ice cream on Bert's day. Bert was begging Lecroy to hit a HR for his birthday. Bert got what he wanted on his birthday which was a Twins win and a Matthew Lecroy HR.
It was funny to see Bert pop up the champagne in the booth to start the game and it was nice to see a tribute about his birthday.
I hope Bert enjoyed his 54th birthday.
Other notables that share Bert's birthday are Mariliu Henner, John Ratzenberger best known as Cliff Clavin as Cheers, Billy Dee Williams, and steroid user Bret Boone.
Happy Birthday, Bert.