The elder statesman of Sheffield and Waveland he schedules his shifts as a security guard around Cub home stands. He’s also the father of a Chicago Police Department detective who is a former Ballhawk himself, with over 600 balls to his credit. Rich is facing forced retirement – debilitating back problems make quick movements and standing for 9 innings agony. The handwriting is on the wall, but Rich isn’t ready to walk away from something he loves.