Coach John Gagliardi was one of a kind

SJU football
St. John's University head football coach John Gagliardi, right, gives instructions to his players during a workout Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012 in Collegeville, Minn. Gagliardi announced his retirement on Nov. 19, 2012, after coaching the Johnnies for 60 seasons.
MPR Photo/Jennifer Simonson

Joining MPR's Phil Picardi with some more perspective on the retirement of John Gagliardi is Howard Sinker, Digital Sports Editor for the Star Tribune.

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