Just So I Know

I went to Music in the Park last night, which was relaxing and fun.

As I walked through the crowd, I felt a tug at my sleeve. I turned and there was a tall built guy wearing a gray long-sleeved t-shirt, white shorts, a red reversed cap and dark shades.

He leaned forward and said over the music, "Hey man, didja know the A's lost today? It was awful. Just thought you'd like to know." I was confused at first, but then I remembered I was wearing an Oakland Athletics visor.

Being quick-thinking and articulate, I replied, "Oh. That sucks. Thanks for the news." Articulate, I tell you.

"No problem," he said with an upward nod. He then drank some beer before turning back to his group.

As I walked away, I kept wondering if he let every baseball fan know the score or if he was the personal sportscaster I never knew I had. It was a little strange, but kind of cool.