SEATTLE -- The Blue Jays have honoured longtime front office executive Paul Beeston by officially giving him the title of president emeritus.
Beeston received the position "in perpetuity" and he becomes the first employee to hold such a distinction. The move was designed to recognize the 71-year-old for his many years of service and contributions to the organization.
Beeston became the first employee of the Blue Jays when he was hired as the vice president of administration in 1976. He took over as vice president of business operations in 1977 and served as the club's president from 1989-97.