Deldad,
You are truely an amazing person.
God bless you.
I honestly cannot remember a Draft that has put so many smiles on my face.
Huge congrats to all the players who have been selected so far, and to their parents who have provided the support to help them follow their dreams. This is just wonderful!
Huge congrats to all the players who have been selected so far, and to their parents who have provided the support to help them follow their dreams. This is just wonderful!
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CD,
My son's favorite stadium (he raves about it), is the new one built by the Rays, team is the Charlotte Stone Crabs (high A) in the FL state league also home of spring training for the Rays. He's gonna love it.
My son's favorite stadium (he raves about it), is the new one built by the Rays, team is the Charlotte Stone Crabs (high A) in the FL state league also home of spring training for the Rays. He's gonna love it.
Congratulations everyone ! What an exciting two days of dreams come true! 
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I also want to add big cudos for those selected.
Cleveland Dad, a special big shout out to someone like you and your boy, welcome to the Tampa Rays!! Your presence on this site is fantastic, and I am sure the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
Thank you so much for your kind words Backstop-17
Everyone has said the nicest things and it is appreciated!
Thanks to all!! All our best wishes to this crop of kids entering pro baseball!
It is hard to believe , from coke bottle rose colored glasses to fairly informed dad of a good baseball player in 8 short years here.
To Bob who created this treasure chest and to Julie for keeping the treasure polished and to all who add golden nuggets to the chest everyday, our family thanks you !!!
catchersdad
It is hard to believe , from coke bottle rose colored glasses to fairly informed dad of a good baseball player in 8 short years here.
To Bob who created this treasure chest and to Julie for keeping the treasure polished and to all who add golden nuggets to the chest everyday, our family thanks you !!!
catchersdad
So how much sleep did everyone get last night? Just reading through it seems like Christmas Day!
Just reading through it seems like Christmas Day!
This is a very happy time for some, but we should also remember that there are always a much larger number of people who end up being dissapointed with the results of the draft.
quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
This is a very happy time for some, but we should also remember that there are always a much larger number of people who end up being dissapointed with the results of the draft.
This is a great point. I have received dozens of pms along with the well-wishes in this thread but I was a nervous wreck yesterday. Most do not know for sure if their name will be called. I recall last year the heart-break by baseballreggie when his son went undrafted. The kid was a tremendous college player and deserved a chance to prove himself at the next level imho. Bob Howdeshell's son Andy had a fabulous D1 career and did not see his name called. I'll never forget reading of Bob's disappointment and rightly so imho.
It is a humbling experience. It is humbling when you see kid after kid taken who you think in your mind might be less of a player than the one you hope gets called. For me it was relief not joy.
One BIG piece of advice I can give to youngsters because I now know this to be true for a fact. It takes some modicum of talent to get drafted obviously. Beyond that, HUSTLE every moment on the field with determination on your face. Never show a bad attitude. Those things are noticed!!! They might not be enough to get you drafted, but I know for a fact they can keep you from being drafted. The intangibles are enough to get a scout to notice you in the first place. Scouting often takes place over several years. Never allow a scout to see anything but 100% dedication to winning. If you love the game, then show them with your positive attitude.
HUGE Congrats to all those who saw the years of hard work pay off!
We saw a couple friends, former teammates and opponents go.....and we're just thrilled for them!!
For those who didn't get the desired outcome.....please continue to follow your dream and like the last poster said keep working and giving 100% and we'll all be here pulling for you!
We saw a couple friends, former teammates and opponents go.....and we're just thrilled for them!!
For those who didn't get the desired outcome.....please continue to follow your dream and like the last poster said keep working and giving 100% and we'll all be here pulling for you!
Congratulations to everyone. The hard work has paid off for many and it is wonderful to see so many names called from this board.
Big Contrats to those drafted!! Tyler has certainly proven his ability and heart. Best of luck moving forward.
Arriving a few days late, & a couple of dollars short,..but bearing HUGE CONGRATULATIONS....confetti,..balloons,..and sprinkle topped cupcakes for all!!!
Soooo stinkin' happy for everyone!!
Jumpin' up and down on the couch and smilin' ear to ear!!!
CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!!
Continue to follow your dreams!!
A Fact that probably means something only to me: Going into todays selections 8% of the players selected are from the Northeast
My teammate from school ball got picked by the Mets in the 16th round. He is the fastest human being I've ever seen. We'll see if he signs, or goes to USF (South Fl.).
My son is seeing the drama front and center. He showed up for his game last night with two of his part time coaches (just finished senior year) still on the board. One was told rounds 20-30. He was a bit edgy last night. The one told late in the draft was a little more relaxed. But I could read the tension on both faces.
Then JR goes home and sees one of my friend's son from a major program is still undrafted. He commented it's a bit different than last year when the friend's son we were cheering for and one of his teammates both went in the first round.
Then JR goes home and sees one of my friend's son from a major program is still undrafted. He commented it's a bit different than last year when the friend's son we were cheering for and one of his teammates both went in the first round.
Sometimes not being drafted is a good thing, although I don't think anyone hoping to be drafted would think so. For HS players it can mean going to college and being more ready for pro ball when the time comes. For college players at times there are still undrafted free agent signings after the draft.
Its humbling to know that from draft day on wards the MLB is in charge....
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And while we all realize that the dream is usually upward and onward...it is a good time to remind ourselves not to get lost in that dream...it is also a good time to remember what a special opporuntity and experience college ball is. Yes, shoot for the stars, rejoice if/when that opportunity is offered, but thank those same stars everyday for where you are as well...it goes by fast, too fast.
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quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
This is a very happy time for some, but we should also remember that there are always a much larger number of people who end up being dissapointed with the results of the draft.
And while we all realize that the dream is usually upward and onward...it is a good time to remind ourselves not to get lost in that dream...it is also a good time to remember what a special opporuntity and experience college ball is. Yes, shoot for the stars, rejoice if/when that opportunity is offered, but thank those same stars everyday for where you are as well...it goes by fast, too fast.
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