How about something upbeat? Pirate farmhand from South Africa with a great attitude
I did a quick search, so I don't think this has been posted, but the article is a couple of weeks old.
Too bad this kid isn't a Cub.
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Absolutely wonderful!
What a moving and inspirational story! Thanks for posting it.
And who knows? Since he’s in the Pirate organization, he could very well wind up as a Cubs some day.
by Mike Vails Evil Twin on Aug 21, 2009 10:53 AM CDT reply actions
Cool article.
A recent episode of the Baseball Prospectus podcast delved into this story, too. I believe the Pirates also still have those two Indian pitchers who won spots in the Bucs’ system via a game show.
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Great kid and a great article - very well-written
After all of the money-dumping moves the Pirates have made over the past couple of seasons, is their farm system too stacked to give him a chance to advance at a decent rate?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Probably not...
… this kid is only 19, right? It could be a while before he’s major-league ready.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
I will read this soon
but if it’s Gary Smith in SI, it must be very good. Thanks for sharing it.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 24, 2009 3:35 AM CDT reply actions
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