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Called up - A’s prospect retires to enter priesthood

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OAKLAND, Calif. - Oakland Athletics prospect Grant Desme is retiring from baseball to enter the priesthood.

Desme was recently selected the 2009 Arizona Fall League MVP and was considered one of the top prospects in Oakland’s system.

The 23-year-old outfielder batted .288 with 31 homers, 89 RBIs and 40 stolen bases in 131 games at Class-A Kane County and Stockton last season.

He then hit .315 with a league-leading 11 home runs and 27 RBIs in 27 games in the fall league.

Desme was a second-round pick selection in the 2007 draft after being named Big West Player of the Year at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.

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Do the A's get compensation in prayers?

** The dream is free. Work ethic sold separately. **

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jemazjemaz1,000+ posts
I wish all the best to him and respect him for his decision. On the other hand, the Catholic Church would not have said no had he waited a few more years. I doubt Christ would have had a problem, either. This is what you call a true sacrifice, but imagine the impact a former Major Leaguer would have as a priest.
infidel_08infidel_081,000+ posts
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Originally posted by jemaz:
... but imagine the impact a former Major Leaguer would have as a priest.


I suspect his focus on MLB would have waivered.

The most recent chaplain at my base had studied to be an accountant and heard his calling while taking the state board exams. (He easily passed in spite of the distraction.) He realized how much he loved his faith and followed through. His love for his chosen path radiates.

Kind of like when you see a ballplayer that has IT. It's a special gift from God. You just know Grant Desme will have no regrets.

AWESOME!!!

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