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Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #15 –
Quote from: EricCoolCats;184084
That would be simply awesome. If you don't try it you will definitely kick yourself later on in life.

What type of pitches do you have, other than a fastball? Sinker? Slider?


Thanks for the support everyone.

I bought some balls and threw them at a fence from 60.6 ft out. (Major League Distance) got them over the plate most of the time pretty well of course I had some wild ones since I have not pitched in 7 years...

I would rather not pitch again until I have someone to catch for me.

I had a pretty good change up and sinker but that was about it since I only pitched until 9th grade..

I tried a knuckleball but ended up throwing the ball clear over the fence!

From pitching last time I can tell I really need some practice but after throwing a fastball with everything I had last night and watching how fast it went I think I can shape up pretty well.
2013 Focus (Daily)
1968 Cougar XR7
1987 Turbo Coupe
5 Speed, Stock IHI, Aeromotive 340LPH, Stinger 3in DP w/Magnaflow 3in Race Series ler, Hallman Boost Controller, Corbeau Fixed Back Racing Seats, Rebuilt 35# Injectors, Kirban AFPR, Stinger's Front Mount Piping w/Big NPR Front Mount IC, 3/8 E-85 Fuel Lines, SPEC Stage 3+ Clutch, Explorer 4.0 Dual Core Radiator, Optima Red Top Battery
1988 Turbo Coupe (RIP)
1984 Cougar (RIP) :cougarsmily:
1986 Cougar XR7 5 Speed.  (sold)

Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #16 –
Thats awesome bro... My uncle got invited to try out with the Phillies in the 70's but he decided to turn it down.  He talks about it at every family thing now.  Biggest regret of his life.

*Point: DO IT.

Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #17 –
well! :D

After practicing again today I have realized I am pitching much faster than I did. AND it has only taken me a few days of practice to get my accuracy back. I am now pitching it in or very near the strike-zone.

I know it's kinda lame posting about my progress but I am so exited on how much I have improved without even playing baseball in 7 YEARS....

:hick: :hick: :hick: :hick: :hick: :hick: :burnout: :birdsmily: :cougarsmily:
2013 Focus (Daily)
1968 Cougar XR7
1987 Turbo Coupe
5 Speed, Stock IHI, Aeromotive 340LPH, Stinger 3in DP w/Magnaflow 3in Race Series ler, Hallman Boost Controller, Corbeau Fixed Back Racing Seats, Rebuilt 35# Injectors, Kirban AFPR, Stinger's Front Mount Piping w/Big NPR Front Mount IC, 3/8 E-85 Fuel Lines, SPEC Stage 3+ Clutch, Explorer 4.0 Dual Core Radiator, Optima Red Top Battery
1988 Turbo Coupe (RIP)
1984 Cougar (RIP) :cougarsmily:
1986 Cougar XR7 5 Speed.  (sold)

Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #18 –
Well, I'm watching the World Series right now...I think the Rockies could use you! ;)

if you weren't so far away I'd volunteer to test your pitches out. I used to be a pretty good hitter in my day.

Claude, on the other hand...he's always telling me he likes being the catcher. And I don't think he's talking baseball. :evilgrin:

Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #19 –
Quote from: EricCoolCats;184472
Well, I'm watching the World Series right now...I think the Rockies could use you! ;)

if you weren't so far away I'd volunteer to test your pitches out. I used to be a pretty good hitter in my day.

Claude, on the other hand...he's always telling me he likes being the catcher. And I don't think he's talking baseball. :evilgrin:


No they couldn't! Hahaha

(from Vermont thus a Red Sox Fan) :P

That is ironic that I am living in Colorado now huh haha

Brian is going to catch for me so I am good to go on that.



OH YEAH!


Beckett is a BEAST! woooo! ;)
2013 Focus (Daily)
1968 Cougar XR7
1987 Turbo Coupe
5 Speed, Stock IHI, Aeromotive 340LPH, Stinger 3in DP w/Magnaflow 3in Race Series ler, Hallman Boost Controller, Corbeau Fixed Back Racing Seats, Rebuilt 35# Injectors, Kirban AFPR, Stinger's Front Mount Piping w/Big NPR Front Mount IC, 3/8 E-85 Fuel Lines, SPEC Stage 3+ Clutch, Explorer 4.0 Dual Core Radiator, Optima Red Top Battery
1988 Turbo Coupe (RIP)
1984 Cougar (RIP) :cougarsmily:
1986 Cougar XR7 5 Speed.  (sold)

Thinking about trying out for Minor/MLB

Reply #20 –
 Red Sox... Tribe for life!