Although he is only 24 years old (he'll turn 25 early in the 1978 season), Jamar Clay is wise beyond his years and is emerging as one of the greatest role models and leaders in the game of baseball.
The Columbus closer combines great talent with intangibles that make him nearly peerless (Bud Lindsay might be the only WPK player who might be his equal in these regards), and stories like this one illustrate just how special this kid is and why he is so beloved.