Howie Rose reflects on MLB return to New York after September 11

Broadcaster Howie Rose recently discussed his initial hesitation regarding the resumption of Major League Baseball in New York City following the events of September 11, 2001. Speaking on the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, Rose recalled driving to Shea Stadium on September 21, 2001, unsure if playing baseball was appropriate given the national mourning. He noted that executives instructed broadcast crews to keep the tone low-key for the solemn occasion. The perspective shifted for Rose after Mike Piazza hit a home run, which he described as the moment the game became a necessary healing point for the city. Although he famously downplayed the broadcast call by saying the ball had a chance, he now views the event as a pivotal moment in his career.

• 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Howie Rose was ‘concerned, worried’ for MLB’s return to New York after 9/11