Bill Text: NY J02353 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Honoring David Ortiz Big Papi for his contributions to baseball, in conjunction with the 20th Anniversary of the 2004 World Series

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 41-21)

Status: (Passed) 2024-05-07 - ADOPTED [J02353 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-J02353-Introduced.html

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Senate Resolution No. 2353

BY: Senator SEPULVEDA

        HONORING   David   Ortiz   "Big   Papi"   for  his
        contributions to baseball, in conjunction  with  the
        20th Anniversary of the 2004 World Series

  WHEREAS,  David  Ortiz,  famously known as "Big Papi," is one of the
greatest designated hitters in baseball history, whose career was marked
by clutch performances and leadership, culminating in his induction into
the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York; and

  WHEREAS, David Ortiz's  significant  baseball  achievements  include
leading  the  Boston  Red Sox to three World Series titles, transforming
the team and its legacy during his tenure; and

  WHEREAS,  In  New   York,   Ortiz's   philanthropic   efforts   have
significantly  impacted  the  community,  particularly through the David
Ortiz Children's Fund, which  collaborates  with  prestigious  hospitals
like  Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital-both
of which serve numerous New York families; these collaborations  provide
critical  cardiac  services to children from both the Dominican Republic
and New York State; and

  WHEREAS, David Ortiz's philanthropic  reach  in  New  York  includes
participation  in high-profile events like the Maestro Cares Gala, which
supports disadvantaged children in Latin America and the U.S., the Derek
Jeter Celebrity Invitational, and the CC Sabathia PitCCh  In  Foundation
Charity  Softball  Game  at  Yankee  Stadium,  events that significantly
benefit youth programs and enhance the lives of inner-city youth in  New
York; and

  WHEREAS,  These  activities  not  only  underscore his commitment to
philanthropy but  also  solidify  his  connection  to  New  York  State,
leveraging his celebrity status to raise awareness and substantial funds
for  various  causes,  thus directly benefiting children and communities
across the state; and

  WHEREAS, David Ortiz's final visit as a player to Yankee Stadium was
marked  by  heartfelt  recognition  and  respect  from  New  York  fans,
reflecting  his  deep  connection  to  the city and its people, who have
embraced him not only as a fierce  competitor  but  also  as  a  beloved
figure in baseball; and

  WHEREAS,  His  retirement tour stop at Yankee Stadium was celebrated
with a ceremony that included gifts  and  accolades,  demonstrating  the
high  esteem  in which he is held by both fans and peers, including many
New York Yankees fans who expressed their admiration and respect for his
contributions to the game; and

  WHEREAS, His continued engagement in such  community-focused  events
reflects  his  dedication to New York as well as to his native Dominican
Republic, demonstrating his global impact and commitment to humanitarian
causes; and

  WHEREAS, David Ortiz's triumph in the 2004  World  Series  not  only
elevated his status as a sports icon but also restored hope and pride to
a storied franchise; today, we honor "Big Papi" for his indelible impact
on   the  Red  Sox  and  the  game  of  baseball,  an  achievement  that
reverberates through the annals of sports history; and

  WHEREAS,  His  philanthropic  efforts  and iconic status in baseball
have earned him respect and admiration  across  borders,  making  him  a
beloved  figure  in  both  New  York  and  the  Dominican Republic; now,
therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
honor  David  Ortiz  "Big  Papi"  for  his contributions to baseball, in
conjunction with the 20th Anniversary of the 2004 World Series;  and  be
it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of  this Resolution, suitably engrossed be
transmitted to David Ortiz.