@BamontePaul @bartecki_jake @Fanatics They’re all still in my closet too! World was different back when I did it! Glad to see this dude getting love for it!
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Bryan
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"Ever since I was a kid I've been collecting jerseys"
Jersey Guy (AKA Maxwell Anderson) is indeed a jersey guy.
Well done, @Fanatics!
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@onemanarmydave @Lunchboxhero45 @BlueJays Was at this game as well, and still maintain that Barney was looking at a clear strike 3, just before that lone base hit!
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@Lunchboxhero45 @BlueJays @Lunchboxhero45 I was at your first game as a Pirate. I was visiting Chicago and A.J Burnett almost got a no hitter. Lost it in the 8th.
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11 years ago, I was pulled off of the field in my hometown in front of all my family and friends, while warming up before the sixth inning. Confused, I jogged off the field and was handed a cell phone at the bottom of the dugout steps.
On the phone was the @BlueJays GM letting me know I had been traded to the @Pirates. He thanked me for my efforts and we hung up the phone. I went and hugged my teammates and coaches, and wandered up to the clubhouse swirling with emotions.
I gave 6 hard fought years to the organization, and at the time it felt like they quit on me. I had brothers on that team I had grinded through the minor leagues with, and coaches who helped me bounce back from several demotions. Trainers who helped me over come a laundry list of injuries. Staff and Fans who rallied hard to see the young buck with red cheeks to get another shot in the big smoke.
Despite all of the drama and emotions, I was on a plane at 6am the next morning flying to Chicago. I will never forget walking into that old, grinder clubhouse at Wrigley Field for the first time and seeing new faces and new colors. It was scary, but also exciting. A new chapter had begun.
What I didn’t realize at the time was how hard it was going to be to let go off all of the baggage from those first 6 years with Toronto. The projections, the storylines, the successes, and the failures. I had never lived up to the first round draft pick and #1 prospect hype. Despite making my @MLB debut as a 20 year old I battled injuries, poor play, and a lot of demons mentally.
What I realize now, is my identity had been consumed by the “hype”. 100s of articles had been written about my potential, and somewhere along the way I started to read them and believe them. And when they started to really question my abilities, I started to question them too.
I had started to lose that internal DOGG, who fought to overcome so many things on and off the field. My self-worth had become closely tied to my stat line. I was trying to please everyone except myself. I forgot what it felt like to have that unshakable self-confidence.
I know some guys getting traded are going through a similar experience. I’m sure some HS and college athletes are struggling with this as well. Who you are and what you do are to completely different things. Stay true to yourself and enjoy the ride. It’s these experiences that will make you stronger in the end. And if you need help, don’t be afraid to ask. This shit ain’t easy!!
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@bakedLlVE @RealKevinNash @RealKevinNash is one of the most special people I’ve ever had the pleasure of spending time with. Sending as much love and support to Kev and his entire family as possible!
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@PatNeshek Wrestling cards entering your collection soon? Hope you’re well, pal!
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If the Yankees score 5 runs today with that godforsaken dog shit lineup I’ll get an Aaron Boone tattoo
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@RealMickFoley @undertaker Between this, and the guardrail spot with orndorff, you’ve just found more creative ways to defy physics
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@TeamThirstTrap Once met Keith, at a paid signing no less, and he couldn’t be a bigger doucherocket if he tried. He was sitting beside Doc Gooden, who couldn’t be kinder if he tried
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#ScreamMovie is everything I’ve been wanting, and more. Gripping and smart, sharp and entertaining. Well worth the near 11 year wait!
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RIP #JimmyRave. Till we meet again, my friend. Glad you’re not suffering any longer, but forever wishing you didn’t have to suffer at all. Day just got a bit darker in our world.
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@ChickenMan3010 Hey Wade, looking to bring ya to New York for a signing, would you possibly be able to send me a booking email to discuss terms
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Please report that video every time it’s posted. Sending all of my positive energy to @screamqueendaff and hoping that she’s safe right now.
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