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Didn't see it on here yet. But I thought it was newsworthy. However, it's a minor league deal.
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Walk on, Walk on
With hope in your hearts,
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I've got my Shouse Brewers jersey T but I don't think I can wear a shirt that says red sox on it no matter what name is on the backOriginally posted by Fyrebyrd View Post
"How do you go from where you are to where you want to be? I think you have to have an enthusiasm for life. You have to have a dream, a goal, and you have to be willing to work for it." - Jim Valvano -
I had the privlidge of meeting Brian a few weeks ago... I asked him and his wife to come speak at our Young Life high school ministry in Washington and they were more than happy to give up their night to come talk to a group of high school kids. He is incredibly friendly and cool. He represents the Braves well. I wish him the best of luck in the future.____________________
GO BRAVES!Comment
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This is great news. I know he was hoping to sign for at least 1 more season, and he was getting guys out last year, so I think he can help the BoSox.Comment
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First - there's not many 41-year old relievers in the majors....so just being there at this age is pretty remarkable and shows Brian has some unique value to someone...
Shouse had other offers, but chose the Red Sox mainly because of 2 things - they are and will be a contender and have as big of a need for lefties in the bullpen as anyone.....and they have great & loyal fans...and their fans aren't like the Yank or other fans that tend to unload on their own guys.
OK - then how come some fans keep saying things like -
players don't read the message boards
players don't care what the fans say
players are mature enough to handle criticism
nothing ever said on a message board would ever lose a team a player or a recruit, etc...
I'm telling you, those are insane ideas, and they do hurt the team, and I have it first hand that a guy with multiple contract options places the fans' behavior at the top of the list of where he'd sign ahead of the $$ amount offered!!!
BTW - the report that Shouse signed a "minor league contract" was a plan partly for the purpose of saving the BoSox a bundle...as now, having not signed a guaranteed MLB contract, the Rays are NOT due anything in compensation...but do look for Shouse, if he's healthy, to make the parent roster, or even if he doesn't he's still got options...
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Update on Brian Shouse...
Brian is in spring training with the Boston Red Sox...along with 32 other pitchers!!
Note that they often split their squads and play additional games, so everyone gets some opportunity...they have played a total of 22 games (11-11)
BUT - the stats that stand out in all the pitchers in spring training are Brians!!
Brian has already appeared NINE times (only one other pitcher has 8 appearances and only two others have more than 6).
In those nine appearances, he is 1-0, 1.08 ERA (best for any pitcher over 3 appearances), and has gicven up only 1 earned run and has 5 K's to only one walk.
Keep up the great work Brian!!Comment
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Go get em Brian....what a humble guy he is...for all the arrogant guys you see in sports these days...its refreshing to see someone that is down to earth and happy to talk with people and sign autographs....Peoria Toyota ScionComment
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doesnt brian live in washington.Comment
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Yes, his family lives in Washington, IL - his kids go to school in PeoriaComment
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I met his family when he gave me pitching tips once. I think his wife is a good softball player.Originally posted by tornado View PostComment
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Brian was released by the Red Sox this past Friday. Will post as soon as I know where he is going.Originally posted by Future Walk-On View PostComment
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he and his agent are in the process...but it's a stumper why Boston released Brian - he was the BEST lefty reliever by far in their spring training...
But, they make their decisions on a number of bases, including salaries, needs, and concerns about health or injury...Comment
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Brian is now in extended spring training w/ the Rays-reported Wed June 30th-minor league contract w/ guarantee Sept call upComment
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Brian has been promoted to Durham in getting ready to help the Rays down the stretchOriginally posted by basketball nut View PostComment
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