A Former Red Sox Doc With a Fan Base All His Own

As a devout, disinterested sports imbecile, I was enthralled with J.R. Moehringer’s article about the Boston Red Sox and their former physician, Dr. Bill Morgan (“The Red Sox’s Bloodiest Day,� July 10). But then again, the article was really about the human spirit. I think those corporate white shirts did Dr. Morgan a favor by firing him. He was meant for a higher calling. As a medical care provider, I’m only too happy to hear of a doctor in the public sector who is so devoted to his patients.

Deborah A. Montana

Riverside

*

Moehringer’s piece was extra innings long on melodrama and should have been called due to rain/tears. Talk about base-bawl! Dr. Morgan, bless you buddy, you’ve done real, real good. Take a pinch of chew in your cheek or a handful of polly seeds, and when that wild pitch hits you, never rub where it hurts. Doc, you should know this: “There’s no crying in baseball.�

Jesse Miranda III

La Mirada

*

Moehringer’s article was really fine. He took a sympathetic figure as his subject and proceeded to write a great piece. It’s a story that begs for a follow-up when more is known.

Jim Campbell

Pasadena