BobR
My son was released 3 days before leaving for spring training. "Numbers" also. Unfortunately, he had two surgeries on his groin and hip that caused him to miss two complete seasons which was probably the real reason.
He worked out for a couple of teams and they liked him. They wanted to see him pitch in the independent leagues and stay healthy for a month. We were videotaping a bullpen when his groin injury flared up again. The next day, he called his agent and told him he was retiring and was going to start college (Using the MLB scholarship)
For the people who have the wonderful choice to make in going to college or signing a pro contract, this is one of the scenarios that we took into consideration.
My son had no history of any injuries at all. If he would have gone to college,the same injuries would have happened. He would never have had the chance to play professional ball and would not have 4 years of his college paid. You can't worry about injuries ending your career but you have to factor that possibility into your decision. He was fortunate and made the right choice for him.
He is looking forward to starting college now and puttin his full effort into it.
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