Blue Jays Manager John Schneider Prefers This Year’s Costume
John Schneider is not much of a Halloween fan, which may come as no surprise. Rather than typical Halloween festivities, he spent a Friday at the Rogers Centre with his team, focused on the chance to complete a remarkable last-to-first season and capture the Blue Jays’ first World Series title in 32 years.
“Sitting in my neighbour’s driveway drinking a beer and giving candy,” Schneider said before Game 6 of the World Series. “I think Halloween’s a made-up holiday anyway. It’s kind of my least favourite holiday of the year. So if it’s a chance to hang out in the neighbourhood and have a couple of cold ones and laugh at some costumes, I’m all for it."
Schneider added that he preferred the costume he wore this year, pointing to his Blue Jays attire. Hours later, his focus shifted to helping his team secure the historic championship, reflecting on the past year’s growth.
“I always have that positive outlook, sometimes to the point of frustration to myself or people around me,” Schneider said about his belief in turning things around. “I think you always have to say that could be the possibility. You never know who is going to do what and every postseason game that has a twist and a turn. I think that we’ve done a good job of understanding that as a team.”
This outlook ties back to the Halloween theme occurring on the day of Game 6 of the 121st World Series, highlighting a mix of celebration and determination.
Summary
John Schneider values his Blue Jays role over Halloween festivities, embracing optimism and teamwork on the cusp of a historic World Series win.