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Nick Swisher still showing his Yankees pinstripes
Former Yankee staying busy in retirement
Published 3:46 pm, Thursday, May 31, 2018
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Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
lessKeep clicking through the slideshow to see other celebrity sightings in the Capital Region.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the
... moreKiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Kiefer Sutherland was in Albany — days ahead of his Thursday, May 17, 2018, concert at the Egg — enjoying the beautiful weather Monday on the Pearl Street Pub patio.
Retired Red Sox baseball player David "Big Papi" Ortiz(2nd from right) poses with his father Enrique Ortiz(2nd from left), Arias Wine President and CEO Pete Ianniello(left) and DeCrescente Dist. Co. President and CEO C.J. DeCrescente(right) during the 17th Annual Saratoga Wine & Food Festival at the Saratoga Peforming Arts Center on September 8, 2017. (Photo by Joe Putrock/Special to the Times Union)
lessRetired Red Sox baseball player David "Big Papi" Ortiz(2nd from right) poses with his father Enrique Ortiz(2nd from left), Arias Wine President and CEO Pete Ianniello(left) and DeCrescente Dist. Co. President
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Daniel Adair from Nickelback rides in Uber driver Tim Wedeman’s car Sunday, July 9, 2017. View photo on Facebook.
Daniel Adair from Nickelback rides in Uber driver Tim Wedeman’s car Sunday, July 9, 2017. View photo on Facebook.
Giuseppe Grisio and Lauren Grisio with Dave Matthews at their Saratoga Springs restaurant, Mama Mia's, on Thursday, June 15, 2017. (Courtesy of Mama Mia's)
Giuseppe Grisio and Lauren Grisio with Dave Matthews at their Saratoga Springs restaurant, Mama Mia's, on Thursday, June 15, 2017. (Courtesy of Mama Mia's)
Adam Levine, above, and other members of Maroon 5 stopped Monday, March 6, 2017, in Saratoga Coffee Traders in Saratoga Springs, NY, to pick up some Death Wish Coffee, before the band performed at Times Union Center.
lessAdam Levine, above, and other members of Maroon 5 stopped Monday, March 6, 2017, in Saratoga Coffee Traders in Saratoga Springs, NY, to pick up some Death Wish Coffee, before the band performed at Times Union
... moreJesse Carmichael of Maroon 5 stopped Monday, March 6, 2017, in Saratoga Coffee Traders in Saratoga Springs, NY, to pick up some Death Wish Coffee.
Jesse Carmichael of Maroon 5 stopped Monday, March 6, 2017, in Saratoga Coffee Traders in Saratoga Springs, NY, to pick up some Death Wish Coffee.
Actor James Franco was in the Capital Region in early 2017 to shoot the film, "The Pretenders." In this photo, we spotted him eating lunch at Yono's Restaurant in downtown Albany.
Actor James Franco was in the Capital Region in early 2017 to shoot the film, "The Pretenders." In this photo, we spotted him eating lunch at Yono's Restaurant in downtown Albany.
Baseball Hall of Famers Wade Boggs, left, and Johnny Bench arrive at the Albany International Airport on their way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on Thursday, July 21, 2016 in Colonie, N.Y.
lessBaseball Hall of Famers Wade Boggs, left, and Johnny Bench arrive at the Albany International Airport on their way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on Thursday, July 21, 2016 in Colonie,
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Baseball Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, left, who played for the Cardinals, arrives at the Albany International Airport on his way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on Thursday, July 21, 2016 in Colonie, N.Y. Ryne "Ryno" Sandberg, who played with the Cubs, stands second from right.
lessBaseball Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, left, who played for the Cardinals, arrives at the Albany International Airport on his way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on Thursday, July 21, 2016 in
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Singer Josh Groban enjoys a beautiful day Sunday July 24, 2016 at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Groban performed at SPAC the following day.
Singer Josh Groban enjoys a beautiful day Sunday July 24, 2016 at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Groban performed at SPAC the following day.
, when she was a Fox News anchor, is introduced as commencement speaker during the 165th Albany Law School Commencement at SPAC on Friday May 20, 2016 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
, when she was a Fox News anchor, is introduced as commencement speaker during the 165th Albany Law School Commencement at SPAC on Friday May 20, 2016 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Event guest speaker and actor R.J. Mitte, best known as Walter White Jr. on the AMC series, ‘Breaking Bad,’ poses with Karen Waldron (left) and Jacqui Leo (right) during the Women Against MS Luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy on November 13, 2015.
lessEvent guest speaker and actor R.J. Mitte, best known as Walter White Jr. on the AMC series, ‘Breaking Bad,’ poses with Karen Waldron (left) and Jacqui Leo (right) during the Women Against MS Luncheon at the
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Actor Gary Busey speaks to the press about his traumatic brain injury and how this silent and hidden epidemic impacts so many lives on Friday June 5, 2015 in Colonie , N.Y.
Actor Gary Busey speaks to the press about his traumatic brain injury and how this silent and hidden epidemic impacts so many lives on Friday June 5, 2015 in Colonie , N.Y.
Actor Gary Busey poses with Andrea Googas(left), Donielle Torregrossa(2nd from left) and Maree Chiera(right) during ‘An Aficionado Experience, An Evening of Cigars, Fine Cuisine and Spirits,’ with special guest Tommy John and surprise guest Gary Busey to benefit for the Center for Disability Services at the Pruyn House in Latham on June 4, 2015.
lessActor Gary Busey poses with Andrea Googas(left), Donielle Torregrossa(2nd from left) and Maree Chiera(right) during ‘An Aficionado Experience, An Evening of Cigars, Fine Cuisine and Spirits,’ with special
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Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, right, hands over the gavel to baseball great Pedro Martinez and his wife Carolina on the Speaker's podium in the NYS Assembly Chamber Thursday afternoon Feb. 26, 2015 in Albany.
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, right, hands over the gavel to baseball great Pedro Martinez and his wife Carolina on the Speaker's podium in the NYS Assembly Chamber Thursday afternoon Feb. 26, 2015 in Albany.
Olympic gold medalist Shawn White reacts to his winning wager in the 5th race at Saratoga Race Course Thursday afternoon, Aug. 7, 2014, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Olympic gold medalist Shawn White reacts to his winning wager in the 5th race at Saratoga Race Course Thursday afternoon, Aug. 7, 2014, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Actor Jonathan Goldsmith, formerly known as The Most Interesting Man in the World according to his commercial appearances for Dos Equis beer, made a visit to the Saratoga Race Course Thursday afternoon, Aug. 7, 2014, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
lessActor Jonathan Goldsmith, formerly known as The Most Interesting Man in the World according to his commercial appearances for Dos Equis beer, made a visit to the Saratoga Race Course Thursday afternoon, Aug. 7,
... moreActor Parker Young, of the current TV series, "Arrow" is seen filming the movie "Fourth Man Out" on Aug. 6, 2014 at Park Place in Schenectady N.Y.
Actor Parker Young, of the current TV series, "Arrow" is seen filming the movie "Fourth Man Out" on Aug. 6, 2014 at Park Place in Schenectady N.Y.
Actor Tony Danza gives his acceptance speech Monday morning, June 9, 2014, after receiving an honorarium from the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators in Albany, N.Y. Other honorees included Andrew M. Cuomo, Liberty DeVitto, a Hall of Fame drummer with Billy Joel, State Senator George Latimer of Westchester County and Assemblyman Andrew Raia of Suffolk County.
lessActor Tony Danza gives his acceptance speech Monday morning, June 9, 2014, after receiving an honorarium from the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators in Albany, N.Y. Other honorees included Andrew
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Actress and education advocate Cynthia Nixon speaks during a press conference with school superintendents, academics and other officials to push for more funding for schools Monday, March 24, 2014, at the Legislative Office Building in Albany, N.Y.
lessActress and education advocate Cynthia Nixon speaks during a press conference with school superintendents, academics and other officials to push for more funding for schools Monday, March 24, 2014, at the
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, winner of NBC's, "The Voice," sang at the graduation commencement ceremonies at the University of Albany on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Brothers and alumni Avery Lipman and Monte Lipman, who own Republic Records and who also were the key note speakers, invited her as a special guest.
less, winner of NBC's, "The Voice," sang at the graduation commencement ceremonies at the University of Albany on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Brothers and alumni Avery Lipman and Monte Lipman, who own
... moreYankee superstar Mariano Rivera makes the rounds at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on August 10, 2012. (Skip Dickstein/Times Union archive)
Yankee superstar Mariano Rivera makes the rounds at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on August 10, 2012. (Skip Dickstein/Times Union archive)
Actress Debra Winger participates in an anti-fracking rally in August 2012 at the Corning Preserve in Albany.
Actress Debra Winger participates in an anti-fracking rally in August 2012 at the Corning Preserve in Albany.
New York Giants' quarterback Eli Manning signs autographs during training camp at UAlbany Saturday July 28, 2012.
New York Giants' quarterback Eli Manning signs autographs during training camp at UAlbany Saturday July 28, 2012.
New York Giants great George Martin signs an autograph for lifelong Giants fan Ayden Swears of Fort Edward, 8, after his father Phil gave blood during the American Red Cross New York Giants Training Camp Blood Drive at the Best Western on Thursday Aug. 2, 2012 in Albany, NY.
lessNew York Giants great George Martin signs an autograph for lifelong Giants fan Ayden Swears of Fort Edward, 8, after his father Phil gave blood during the American Red Cross New York Giants Training Camp Blood
... more"Avengers" actor Mark Ruffalo speaks during the New Yorkers Against Fracking: An Urgent Call to Action rally on the Million Dollar Staircase in the Capitol on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Albany, N.Y.
"Avengers" actor Mark Ruffalo speaks during the New Yorkers Against Fracking: An Urgent Call to Action rally on the Million Dollar Staircase in the Capitol on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Albany, N.Y.
Actors Christopher Plummer, left, and Peter Gerety speak during a break in filming of the HBO movie "Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight" in front of the State Education building in Albany N.Y. Thursday May 10, 2012.
Actors Christopher Plummer, left, and Peter Gerety speak during a break in filming of the HBO movie "Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight" in front of the State Education building in Albany N.Y. Thursday May 10, 2012.
Actor Gary Sinise takes part in an event at the Washington Avenue Armory on Monday, March 12, 2012 in Albany, N.Y. The event was held to announce an April benefit concert, which includes musical performances by Gary Sinise and other, to help raise funds to build a home for disabled veteran Joseph Wilkinson and his family. The Stephen Siller tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Gary Sinise Foundation are the two groups involved in the building of homes for disabled veterans. Wilkinson served as a technical sergeant in Air Force Security Forces during the invasion of Iraq in 2003.
lessActor Gary Sinise takes part in an event at the Washington Avenue Armory on Monday, March 12, 2012 in Albany, N.Y. The event was held to announce an April benefit concert, which includes musical performances by
... morewaves to his fans as he enters City Hall for the day's filming of "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Friday, Aug. 12, 2011, in Schenectady, N.Y.
waves to his fans as he enters City Hall for the day's filming of "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Friday, Aug. 12, 2011, in Schenectady, N.Y.
during a break in filming of "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Friday, July 29, 2011. The day's filming was being carried out outside the First National Bank of Scotia branch in Scotia.
during a break in filming of "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Friday, July 29, 2011. The day's filming was being carried out outside the First National Bank of Scotia branch in Scotia.
carries a baby during filming for the movie "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Watt Street in Schenectady Tuesday Aug. 9, 2011.
carries a baby during filming for the movie "The Place Beyond the Pines" on Watt Street in Schenectady Tuesday Aug. 9, 2011.
Actor Ray Liotta takes a break from filming on set of the movie "The Place Beyond the Pines" to greet some eager fans waiting on Story Ave. in Niskayuna, N.Y. on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011. Here Christine Helstowski gets her photo taken with the actor after having him sign a Schenectady Fire Department shirt.
lessActor Ray Liotta takes a break from filming on set of the movie "The Place Beyond the Pines" to greet some eager fans waiting on Story Ave. in Niskayuna, N.Y. on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011. Here Christine
... moreplays to the crowd at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on August 26, 2011 during his appearance associated with the 40th anniversary of his fight with Muhammad Ali.
plays to the crowd at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on August 26, 2011 during his appearance associated with the 40th anniversary of his fight with Muhammad Ali.
Owner Martin Schwartz, right, receives the winner's trophy from actor and Saratoga native David Hyde Pierce, left, after winning the 73rd running of The Diana with his horse Zagora at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. July 30, 2011.
lessOwner Martin Schwartz, right, receives the winner's trophy from actor and Saratoga native David Hyde Pierce, left, after winning the 73rd running of The Diana with his horse Zagora at Saratoga Race Course in
... moreActress Bo Derek makes a visit to the winner's circle at the Saratoga Race Course in August 2010.
Actress Bo Derek makes a visit to the winner's circle at the Saratoga Race Course in August 2010.
Actor/Singer David Cassidy sits in the clubhouse at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY on July 26, 2010.
Actor/Singer David Cassidy sits in the clubhouse at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY on July 26, 2010.
"Avengers" actor Mark Ruffalo, left, cheers as folk singer and activist Pete Seeger performs a song during a news conference calling on the state legislature to pass a moritorium on "fracking" Tuesday July 20, 2010, at the State Capitol in Albany.
less"Avengers" actor Mark Ruffalo, left, cheers as folk singer and activist Pete Seeger performs a song during a news conference calling on the state legislature to pass a moritorium on "fracking" Tuesday July 20,
... moreAcademy Award-winning actress Marlee Matlin claps as she is introduced to the crowd just prior to her address at the Union College Presidential Forum on Diversity, held at the Nott Memorial on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, in Schenectady, NY.
lessAcademy Award-winning actress Marlee Matlin claps as she is introduced to the crowd just prior to her address at the Union College Presidential Forum on Diversity, held at the Nott Memorial on Wednesday, April
... moreEmmy and Tony Award winning actress Bebe Neuwirth shared a dance with her husband, Chris Calkins, while the band warmed up at the Eighth Annual Equine Advocates Awards Dinner and Charity Auction to benefit the Equine Advocates' Horse Rescue, Sanctuary and Humane Education Program on August 6, 2009. Neuwirth was at the event to accept the Equine Advocates Safe Home Equine Protection Award for her outspoken work as an opponent of horse slaughter.
lessEmmy and Tony Award winning actress Bebe Neuwirth shared a dance with her husband, Chris Calkins, while the band warmed up at the Eighth Annual Equine Advocates Awards Dinner and Charity Auction to benefit the
... moreFormer "Good Morning America" Weekend Edition anchor Kate Snow speaks with Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake Valedictorian Christa Walsh, left, and Salutatorian Remy Cawley during graduation at SPAC on June 24, 2009. Snow, a BH-BL alum, graduated in 1987, and was the graduation speaker. She now works for NBC.
lessFormer "Good Morning America" Weekend Edition anchor Kate Snow speaks with Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake Valedictorian Christa Walsh, left, and Salutatorian Remy Cawley during graduation at SPAC on June 24, 2009.
... morespeaks to other graduates after receiving an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters during the College of St. Rose 2009 commencement at SPAC in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on May 9, 2009.
speaks to other graduates after receiving an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters during the College of St. Rose 2009 commencement at SPAC in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. on May 9, 2009.
With cables attached to her for safety, Angelina Jolie clings to the top of a semi trailer as it rides down Water St. in Albany, NY during the filming of her action movie "Salt" on Sunday, April 26, 2009.
With cables attached to her for safety, Angelina Jolie clings to the top of a semi trailer as it rides down Water St. in Albany, NY during the filming of her action movie "Salt" on Sunday, April 26, 2009.
Emmy Award winning actress and Broadway star Susan Lucci tries on a $130,000 cuff bracelet while John Hendrickson tries to alert her husnand at “Cirque de Danse”, the National Museum of Dance Annual Gala to benefit the National Museum of Dance on August 2, 2008.
lessEmmy Award winning actress and Broadway star Susan Lucci tries on a $130,000 cuff bracelet while John Hendrickson tries to alert her husnand at “Cirque de Danse”, the National Museum of Dance Annual Gala to
... moreEmmy & Oscar winning actress and event Honorary Chairperson, Rita Moreno at the 2008 Ballet Gala in Saratoga Springs on July 19, 2008.
Emmy & Oscar winning actress and event Honorary Chairperson, Rita Moreno at the 2008 Ballet Gala in Saratoga Springs on July 19, 2008.
Keynote speaker for the Albany Academy for Boys Commencement on July 19, 2008 was "60 Minutes" star, Andy Rooney.
Keynote speaker for the Albany Academy for Boys Commencement on July 19, 2008 was "60 Minutes" star, Andy Rooney.
Actor Fred Willard and local anchor John Grey host the Center for the Disability Services Telethon at the Holiday Inn Wolf Road in Colonie, NY on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008.
Actor Fred Willard and local anchor John Grey host the Center for the Disability Services Telethon at the Holiday Inn Wolf Road in Colonie, NY on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008.
Actor Joseph Fiennes, second from right, works on the Hudson River near the Coeymans Boat Club in southern Albany County during the filming of an independent movie Wednesday, September 12, 2007. Members of the Albany County Sheriff's Marine Unit were used in a cameo appearance.
lessActor Joseph Fiennes, second from right, works on the Hudson River near the Coeymans Boat Club in southern Albany County during the filming of an independent movie Wednesday, September 12, 2007. Members of the
... moreActor Joe Pesci visits the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007.
Actor Joe Pesci visits the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007.
, John Travolta and Kelly Preston stand among the guests of Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY Sunday July 29, 2007.
, John Travolta and Kelly Preston stand among the guests of Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY Sunday July 29, 2007.
Actor Thom Christopher shows his surprise at the size of Yolanda Vega's muscular arm at the Satin, Silks & Stars Fire & Ice Gala to benefit the Special Olympics on July 28, 2007.
Actor Thom Christopher shows his surprise at the size of Yolanda Vega's muscular arm at the Satin, Silks & Stars Fire & Ice Gala to benefit the Special Olympics on July 28, 2007.
Food Network star Bobby Flay prepares to watch his horse Unbridled Express come in third in The Hopeful at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Sept. 4, 2006.
Food Network star Bobby Flay prepares to watch his horse Unbridled Express come in third in The Hopeful at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Sept. 4, 2006.
Academy-award winning actor Paul Newman, center left, hugs Ed Lewi of Ed Lewi and Associates, center right, when he arrives for a fundraiser and news conference for Double H Ranch on Thursday, June 15, 2006, at The Lodge in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Newman, co-founder of the ranch to benefit children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, discussed the launch of the ranch's $15 million endowment campaign.
lessAcademy-award winning actor Paul Newman, center left, hugs Ed Lewi of Ed Lewi and Associates, center right, when he arrives for a fundraiser and news conference for Double H Ranch on Thursday, June 15, 2006, at
... moretalks about a demonstation he is about to do with this car at the Tech Valley Kids Summit held at RPI in Troy, NY on May 12, 2006.
talks about a demonstation he is about to do with this car at the Tech Valley Kids Summit held at RPI in Troy, NY on May 12, 2006.
Football Hall of Fame running back, actor and activist Jim Brown talks during an open community forum at the Giffen Memorial Elementary School in Albany, New York on Thursday March 23, 2006.
Football Hall of Fame running back, actor and activist Jim Brown talks during an open community forum at the Giffen Memorial Elementary School in Albany, New York on Thursday March 23, 2006.
, NFL football great, tees off on the 10th hole during the Saratoga National Celebrity Classic on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at the Saratoga National Golf Club in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
, NFL football great, tees off on the 10th hole during the Saratoga National Celebrity Classic on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at the Saratoga National Golf Club in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Former Dallas Cowboys Coach, Bill Parcells, scrutinizes his shot on the 13th hole, during the Saratoga National Celebrity Classic at Saratoga National Golf Club, Friday, June 10, 2005.
Former Dallas Cowboys Coach, Bill Parcells, scrutinizes his shot on the 13th hole, during the Saratoga National Celebrity Classic at Saratoga National Golf Club, Friday, June 10, 2005.
signs autographs for fans after an afternoon session at Giants Training Camp at University at Albany on August 11, 2004.
signs autographs for fans after an afternoon session at Giants Training Camp at University at Albany on August 11, 2004.
reports on the air for ESPN at the New York Giants training Camp in Albany N.Y on August 5, 2004.
reports on the air for ESPN at the New York Giants training Camp in Albany N.Y on August 5, 2004.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute commencement speaker Benjamin S. Carson awaits his turn to address the graduates at the 2003 graduation ceremony on campus Saturday morning, May 17, 2003.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute commencement speaker Benjamin S. Carson awaits his turn to address the graduates at the 2003 graduation ceremony on campus Saturday morning, May 17, 2003.
Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno escorts film actress Sigourney Weaver into a press conference to announce the soon to be released film "The Guys", about the FDNY funerals in the days after 9/11/01, at the Capitol in Albany, NY Monday January 27, 2003.
lessSenate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno escorts film actress Sigourney Weaver into a press conference to announce the soon to be released film "The Guys", about the FDNY funerals in the days after 9/11/01, at the
... moreGuitarist, member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and Soprano's television star Little Steven Van Zandt hosts a live radio broadcast from the WPYX PYX 106 studios in Latham, New York Friday December 13, 2002.
lessGuitarist, member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and Soprano's television star Little Steven Van Zandt hosts a live radio broadcast from the WPYX PYX 106 studios in Latham, New York Friday December 13,
... moreof the Monkees joined the crowd at the Saratoga Race Course when his horse Maternity Leave competed in the first race of the day August 29, 2001, a steeplechase.
of the Monkees joined the crowd at the Saratoga Race Course when his horse Maternity Leave competed in the first race of the day August 29, 2001, a steeplechase.
Actor William Devane made a brief guest appearance at the 'East Hills Siro's Cup 2001,' a benefit for the Center for the Disabled on Tuesday, July 24, 2001 in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Actor William Devane made a brief guest appearance at the 'East Hills Siro's Cup 2001,' a benefit for the Center for the Disabled on Tuesday, July 24, 2001 in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Film actor Joe Pesci carries some clubs onto the driving range at the Albany Country Club in Voorheesville on Sunday June 24, 2001 during a warmup for the Capital District Skins Game to benefit Ellis Hospital.
Film actor Joe Pesci carries some clubs onto the driving range at the Albany Country Club in Voorheesville on Sunday June 24, 2001 during a warmup for the Capital District Skins Game to benefit Ellis Hospital.
Actor/Comedian Bill Cosby addresses graduates during RPI's commencement exercise at the Pepsi Arena in Albany , N.Y. Saturday May 12, 2001.
Actor/Comedian Bill Cosby addresses graduates during RPI's commencement exercise at the Pepsi Arena in Albany , N.Y. Saturday May 12, 2001.
was joined by actor Rob Morrow for filming of "The Emperor's Club" on the Emma Willard School campus in Troy Tuesday, May 1, 2001.
was joined by actor Rob Morrow for filming of "The Emperor's Club" on the Emma Willard School campus in Troy Tuesday, May 1, 2001.
Screen actress Celeste Holm shows her winning ticket from the third race at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga New York on August 3, 2000 to Sister Pauline Brebanier of the Teresian House in Albany. They were at the track for a fundraiser for the Teresian House.
lessScreen actress Celeste Holm shows her winning ticket from the third race at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga New York on August 3, 2000 to Sister Pauline Brebanier of the Teresian House in Albany. They
... moreActor and chef Dom Deloise laughs with Cody Batcher and Eddie Bogdanowicz during a taping of his food show at Price Chopper in Schenectady on Tuesday, July 11, 2000.
Actor and chef Dom Deloise laughs with Cody Batcher and Eddie Bogdanowicz during a taping of his food show at Price Chopper in Schenectady on Tuesday, July 11, 2000.
Actress Rosie Perez, far right, sits with actress Celeste Holm, far left, and singer Christine Andreas, center, during a hearing on state arts funding on March 21, 2000 in Albany.
Actress Rosie Perez, far right, sits with actress Celeste Holm, far left, and singer Christine Andreas, center, during a hearing on state arts funding on March 21, 2000 in Albany.
#92-DE-Michael Strahan leads exercises during the morning workout at Giants Training Camp on August 12, 1999.
#92-DE-Michael Strahan leads exercises during the morning workout at Giants Training Camp on August 12, 1999.
Talk show host Sally Jesse Raphael, actress Susan Lucci and MaryLou Whitney all decide on the next horse to bet on at the Saratoga Race Track, Saturday, August 7, 1999.
Talk show host Sally Jesse Raphael, actress Susan Lucci and MaryLou Whitney all decide on the next horse to bet on at the Saratoga Race Track, Saturday, August 7, 1999.
William S. Nye, known as Bill Nye The Science Guy addresses RPI degree candidates after receiving his honorary degree from the school during the 193rd Commencement Exercise at the Pepsi Arena, on May 14, 1999.
William S. Nye, known as Bill Nye The Science Guy addresses RPI degree candidates after receiving his honorary degree from the school during the 193rd Commencement Exercise at the Pepsi Arena, on May 14, 1999.
Marylou Whitney dances with actor Tony Randall during the Whitney Gala of 1994.
Marylou Whitney dances with actor Tony Randall during the Whitney Gala of 1994.
A 1985 photo of Kirk Douglas and his wife, visiting Marylou Whitney at the Saratoga Race Course from the New York Racing Association collection.
A 1985 photo of Kirk Douglas and his wife, visiting Marylou Whitney at the Saratoga Race Course from the New York Racing Association collection.
Albany
Nick Swisher toiled for five teams in a 12-year Major League Baseball career, but there is no doubt where his allegiance lies now that his playing days are over.
"It might be hard to find someone else who enjoyed being a New York Yankee more than I did," said Swisher, a former first baseman and outfielder whose post-retirement roles have been as a Fox Sports analyst and a special assistant to Yankees general manager Brian Cashman.
Swisher was in town Thursday as the celebrity guest for the annual Center for Disability Services fundraiser. He met with students and staff of the center's Langan School, then talked to the media about his Yankees role, which includes working with players during spring training.
"I want to make a difference," said Swisher, a .249 career hitter who played with the Yankees from 2009 to 2012. "It's a family to me. They live in my heart, and anything I can do to help that organization moving forward is extremely satisfying."
He retired from playing in July 2016 after playing 55 games with the Yankees' Class AAA affiliate, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (Pa.) RailRiders.
Staying busy since then hasn't been a problem for Swisher, who brought his Type A personality to the Langan students, many of whom made signs to honor the Yankee.
"When you say 'retired,' I feel like I'm working harder now than I ever have before," he said. "There's a lot more opportunities to do things, and this is one of the things that popped up. I've done a lot of charity work – St. Jude, Children's Hospital, things like that. I'm very fortunate, my wife and I, that we have two healthy daughters. If it's something I can go and help in any way possible, I want to put my mark on it because I feel like I have a good outlook."
Asked about where his positive energy comes from, Swisher said, "My grandma always told me growing up, there's two types of people in the world. There's people who get it, and people who don't get it. She always used to ask me, 'Which one are you?' I was like, 'Grandma, I get it.'
"I realize how fortunate I have been in my life. I realized at one portion of my life I was one of 750 big-leaguers on the planet. There are a lot of people who would have given their left arm to trade spots with me. I understand that."
Swisher, who got a World Series ring with the 2009 Yankees, seems as enthused about the current New Yorkers as he was his own. There are three players from that championship team still with the Yankees: pitchers CC Sabathia and David Robertson, and outfielder Brett Gardner.
"It's a new era in Yankee baseball," he said. "We've got a new skipper at the helm in Aaron Boone. Joe Girardi did a great job for the last 10 years, but we've got to move on. It's almost like we don't regroup, we reload. We continually have guys coming up and fighting for sports.
"Everybody gets it. They understand what that Yankee pinstripe, passion and pride, what it all means. To be an ex-player and an employee now, you're really proud of your organization, you're proud of the things that are happening, you're proud of the things your guys stand for."
Swisher, son of former major league catcher Steve Swisher and husband of actress JoAnna Garcia, said he doesn't know where his post-playing path will take him, but he expects it to be in baseball.
"Maybe down the road coaching will be in my future," he said. "Once this game gets in your chest, it never leaves. Baseball is going to be in my heart my whole life. It's what I know, it's what I've been a part of pretty much my whole life."
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