Godfella wrote:
It seems that the teams that have an Ambassador Program are reaping many benefits - as well as the former stars that they are hire on.
It's a total win-win for each party. The Ambassador gets a great paycheck to show up in a jersey, smile, shake hands, sign autographs and pose for pics. A big attraction for diehard fans of said team.
More importantly, the franchise gets a great draw to bank on for their events, games and best of all charities and non profit programs.
As far as his manager capabilities, my comment was made in light of Joe Maddon currently being the manager on the North Side. Admittedly, I am not familiar with his other managing endeavors in the minor leagues or with the Phillies.
Some players take the Ambassador gig just to claim they have something to do...and make very little effort, Carlton Fisk comes to mind and Kerry Wood is going that route. Some guys like Kittle and Dempster really embrace the job. Kittle does so, as he needed a real job, so he does everything he can, it is a job for him. Dempster, just wants to be known ....and something to do, he doesnt need the cash.
if you are an ex player and known enough, odds are you didnt need the cash, so dont take the job if you arent going to be around, beause essentially, thats the gig. be at games, say hello, take pics, etc. Scottie Pippen is doing the job he is paid for. Kukoc will be as well.
Could really imagine a better gig.
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