Toronto sports teams, athletes mourn death of Rob Ford
Former Toronto mayor Rob Ford, a loyal sports fan, was remembered by the Toronto sports community after he died Tuesday morning at age 46.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rob Ford and our sincerest condolences to his family and friends. https://t.co/eTJsEnoWuj
— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) March 22, 2016
Saddened to hear of the loss of former mayor Rob Ford.
— Toronto Argonauts (@TorontoArgos) March 22, 2016
Our deepest condolences go out to his friends and family. https://t.co/2wM9BiYPWm
Some Toronto athletes expressed their sympathies, including Blue Jays outfielder Dalton Pompey and NBA point guard Tyler Ennis - both Toronto-area natives - as well as Toronto Argonauts defensive back Matt Black.
RIP to one of the most interesting men in the world... Rob Ford
— Dalton Pompey (@DaltonPompey) March 22, 2016
RIP Rob Ford.
— Tyler Ennis (@tdot_ennis) March 22, 2016
Ford was well-known for his love of sports, particularly football and the Argonauts, and was regularly seen in the stands supporting his city's franchises. He was also named to the Hockey Hall of Fame's board of directors last April.
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