The other night I was up brainstorming about what exactly my first blog should be about. I have done some research and it doesn’t take long to find a blog regarding Brewers’ baseball. I wrote a blog the last couple years and I tried to make mine stand out from the rest. Sure it’s important to pass along the day’s news, roster info, injuries, etc. However, I enjoyed sharing the other stuff. What do I mean by “stuff”? Well, the funny moments. Moments when we put aside the name and number on the back of the jersey, and focus more on the man and not the player. Stories that make you laugh, think, or possibly shed a tear or two. My goal for this blog is to be more informational than controversial. I welcome your thoughts, comments, and general feedback. This is why the “blog” has become such a popular, and worthwhile, medium. It’s purpose is to help connect the fans with their team. I hope to continue that while traveling with the Brewers here in 2009.
Anyway, wanted to pass along a couple thoughts from the first few weeks of spring training. Great to see Corey Hart swinging the bat so well. I applaud his honesty when a conversation shifts to his woes last September. Some athletes will just brush aside such things, but he’s taken a different route. A professional athlete admitting he was “tired” is hardly the norm. For that I commend him, and hopefully his hot start will carry into the regular season.
Another guy who has caught my eye the last few weeks is Chris Duffy. I truly believe he will be on the opening day roster. He’s put the ball in play and gives the team, not only speed, but a solid glove in the outfield.
Casey McGehee is a guy I got to know well the last couple years. I spoke with him on the first day I arrived in camp, and he was thrilled that the Brewers claimed him off waivers. The old saying that one man’s injury is another’s opportunity proved to be the case for McGehee this spring. Once Bill Hall went down with a calf injury, McGehee set his sights on the job over at 3rd. I always knew he could hit if given the chance, but I had no idea that he was as versatile as he’s shown this spring. Plus, he gives the Brewers a right-handed bat off the bench. If given the chance I think he’ll make some big plays for the Crew this season.
Well, that’s enough for now. Again, please send along any feedback.
Thanks again for welcoming me into your lives and into the Brewers family!!!
Best,
Cory