Born and raised in The Bronx. Lifetime Yankees fan. I got to see Brooks play in the early 70's when the Orioles came into Yankee Stadium. Brooks Robinson was the only non-Yankee player I ever idolized. Every kid I knew wanted to be Brooks Robinson. We love you Brooks, R.I.P.
When I was a kid our little league team won the championship. Brooks and 3 other Orioles were at the banquet. He signed our certificates and our gloves. As an 11 year old kid....I was starstruck. I still have both the glove and the certificate. I'm now 58. Rest easy, Mr Robinson.
I started watching the Orioles in 1964 when I was 6 yo. Brooks was my favorite ever since. I was at 33rd Street in April of 1977 when Brooks hit a pinch hit 3 run homer to win the game. Still have the ticket Stub. As great as he was on the field, and he surely was, he was an even greater human being. It's been said that the only reason someone doesn't have a Brooks autograph is because they didn't ask, meaning Brooks would never turn anyone down. I sure Brooks will be turning two with the other greats who've gone before. Rest in Peace Brooksie.
the reason I started enjoying BB at such a young age....the reason my team has been the Orioles since the mid-60s....the world is a much better place because of Brooks Robinson
Jim you are pure class and vulnerability wrapped up in one gentleman!!!! I've followed Orioles Baseball my whole life and watched you all play the game!!! My Grandmother Nana brought me in the bus to Memorial Stadium to watch the games in the 60's and 70's what a joy you all brought to my Nana and me!!! Thanks Mr. Palmer!!!!
Wasn't old enough to remember him play but I remember when Brooks would broadcast with Chuck Thompson on WMAR. An ambassador of the game of baseball! IMO the best to ever play 3rd base! RIP Brooks and thank you for all of the great memories and being a great of the Orioles organization as well as a Baltimore sports legend!
How lucky we were to grow up when hometown baseball - with giants of the game - was on the tube for everyone, regardless of means, almost every night! I often wonder how many potential fans of the game (and potential future players) never come to be as a result of the monetization of restricted access. Another invisible divider into something that for many cities served as a uniter.
18 Gold Gloves. 16 in a row. That’s insane. We had a pretty good one here in Philly named Michael Jack Schmidt. Who’s the second best third baseman ever. But Brooks was simply the best.
me and pops took a tour at camden yards, in the offices he notched a picture, it was him as a kid next to brooks during one of the meet the players in 68`, Orioles got it verified with the family , shipped that picture to brooks got him to sign it and authenticated it then sent to to my dad still hanging in his living room
Godspeed Brooksie, you were and always will be my baseball hero..... they say never meet your heroes you'll be disappointed, well I met mine and as good a third baseman as he was he was a better human being.
My extended family spent 12 Christmas celebrations with the Robinson family in Elliott City in the 80-90s by the merits of long time Oriole chaplain Martin Schwalenberg, my cousin.
as a kid I learned to play infield by watching Brooks on TV. My mom would get mad because I'd tear out the knees of my pants and ruin my shirt diving for ground balls. My dad was the one hitting me balls so evidently he didn't mind. God speed Mr. Robinson.
I'm really sad and he about Brooks, but he was a good man, a great player, and as we all know what hearing a terrific teammate. I was very fortunate to not only meet Brooks Robinson, but also number Jim Palmer, many years ago at friendship International Airport. It is now known as BWI Airport..... RIP Brooks Robinson.
Jim Palmer getting emotional is a rare moment. But when it is about Brooks Robinson it is highly appropriate.
Palmer in tears…that says it all for us Orioles fans. RIP Brooks
Yep. Real tears. Glad that moment wasn't edited out.
Born and raised in The Bronx. Lifetime Yankees fan. I got to see Brooks play in the early 70's when the Orioles came into Yankee Stadium. Brooks Robinson was the only non-Yankee player I ever idolized. Every kid I knew wanted to be Brooks Robinson. We love you Brooks, R.I.P.
Rip Brooks Calbert Robinson Jr, you will be missed
Brooks always killed the Yanks.
Very touching
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Palmer so emotional. Very touching
Great sentiments. He will be missed. Prayers to his family and the team.
Brooks Robinson was not just a great player but was a great man. God bless Mr Robinson and his wonderful wife and family.
Amen
When I was a kid our little league team won the championship. Brooks and 3 other Orioles were at the banquet. He signed our certificates and our gloves. As an 11 year old kid....I was starstruck. I still have both the glove and the certificate. I'm now 58.
Rest easy, Mr Robinson.
Cool story. Thanks for sharing this.
I agree: cool story. An example of Brooks the great man. Lover of people.
JIM & BROOKS TWO CLASS ACTS
I started watching the Orioles in 1964 when I was 6 yo. Brooks was my favorite ever since. I was at 33rd Street in April of 1977 when Brooks hit a pinch hit 3 run homer to win the game. Still have the ticket Stub. As great as he was on the field, and he surely was, he was an even greater human being. It's been said that the only reason someone doesn't have a Brooks autograph is because they didn't ask, meaning Brooks would never turn anyone down. I sure Brooks will be turning two with the other greats who've gone before. Rest in Peace Brooksie.
A paragraph full of importance and humbly said.Thank you
How touching. One legend touched by another - A true gentleman off the field.
No doubt the most Beloved sports figure ever in Baltimore
A great tribute by Jim Palmer to Brooks Robinson. A legend and class act was lost today and he will be sorely missed. R.I.P. Brooks Robinson.
the reason I started enjoying BB at such a young age....the reason my team has been the Orioles since the mid-60s....the world is a much better place because of Brooks Robinson
I’m really sorry for Robinson’s family, Orioles fans, and everyone who loves baseball and exciting players just like this guy.
One of my heroes growing up being unashamedly remembered by another. RIP #5, thanks for the memories 😢
Jim you are pure class and vulnerability wrapped up in one gentleman!!!! I've followed Orioles Baseball my whole life and watched you all play the game!!! My Grandmother Nana brought me in the bus to Memorial Stadium to watch the games in the 60's and 70's what a joy you all brought to my Nana and me!!! Thanks Mr. Palmer!!!!
Rip Brooks. Legend, on and off field.
RIP Brooks….you were my 1st idol…
A very touching and emotional attribute to one of the finest and best Baltimore Orioles in Brooks Robinson by Jim Palmer.
Not just my Son, but many from Baltimore are named for Brooks. That says it all.
Wonderful heart-felt comments, Jim! Thanks, you guys remain the best of what baseball offers all of us.
I'm so sorry 😢 to hear about Brooks' passing
Wasn't old enough to remember him play but I remember when Brooks would broadcast with Chuck Thompson on WMAR. An ambassador of the game of baseball! IMO the best to ever play 3rd base! RIP Brooks and thank you for all of the great memories and being a great of the Orioles organization as well as a Baltimore sports legend!
You wrote a paragraph full of truths and tributes. Thanks!
How lucky we were to grow up when hometown baseball - with giants of the game - was on the tube for everyone, regardless of means, almost every night! I often wonder how many potential fans of the game (and potential future players) never come to be as a result of the monetization of restricted access. Another invisible divider into something that for many cities served as a uniter.
I was able to hold back my own tears until Jim started crying - then I lost it!
My heart is broken 💔
this is so very moving - what a great tribute
18 Gold Gloves. 16 in a row.
That’s insane.
We had a pretty good one here in Philly named Michael Jack Schmidt.
Who’s the second best third baseman ever.
But Brooks was simply the best.
"a pretty good one here in Philly named..." Pretty good😅
me and pops took a tour at camden yards, in the offices he notched a picture, it was him as a kid next to brooks during one of the meet the players in 68`, Orioles got it verified with the family , shipped that picture to brooks got him to sign it and authenticated it then sent to to my dad
still hanging in his living room
❤🏆what a story!
Godspeed Brooksie, you were and always will be my baseball hero..... they say never meet your heroes you'll be disappointed, well I met mine and as good a third baseman as he was he was a better human being.
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Jim Palmer 🐧⚾ what a Class Act 🐧⚾ have been an Orioles 🐧 fan since third grade - I remember this line-up well.🐧⚾#5
May you Rest in Peace 🐧⚾
Praying Brooks
My extended family spent 12 Christmas celebrations with the Robinson family in Elliott City in the 80-90s by the merits of long time Oriole chaplain Martin Schwalenberg, my cousin.
RIP Brooks Robinson
as a kid I learned to play infield by watching Brooks on TV. My mom would get mad because I'd tear out the knees of my pants and ruin my shirt diving for ground balls. My dad was the one hitting me balls so evidently he didn't mind. God speed Mr. Robinson.
R.I.P. BROOKS.
Sorry for your loss Jim. Pete Rose said Brooks Robinson did not belong in Major League Baseball. He belonged in a higher league
RIP Brooks
The best 3rd baseman defensively.
Brooks Robinson RIP
God must’ve needed a 3rd. Baseman. He got the best one I ever saw, IMHO! RIP GOAT!
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What a great player and man.
I'm really sad and he about Brooks, but he was a good man, a great player, and as we all know what hearing a terrific teammate.
I was very fortunate to not only meet Brooks Robinson, but also number Jim Palmer, many years ago at friendship International Airport. It is now known as BWI Airport..... RIP Brooks Robinson.
Man....