Tommy Martin: Michael Murphy is gone again, build the statue now

Given his godlike status, Murphy might get the full Cristiano Ronaldo treatment in his homeland yet.
SECOND GOING: Michael Murphy after the loss to Dublin this year. ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

SECOND GOING: Michael Murphy after the loss to Dublin this year. ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

So, the man many called the GOAT has called it a day, leaving behind a phenomenal scoring record and prime career memories of a rippling torso and heartthrob good looks.

Yes, Michael Murphy’s second retirement hits hard.

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