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Showing posts with label Nick Adenhart. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nick Adenhart. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Guilty.
Friday, April 9, 2010
A Year Later
I started writing this yesterday, but didn't get a chance to finish it, so here is the combined two-day efforts of my thoughts on the one-year anniversary of Nick Adenhart's death. 
I can't believe it's been a year since Nick Adenhart was killed following his 2009 debut. It seems a little surreal. I can't believe a year has gone by already.
It doesn't feel like that long ago that I met Nick. This tall skinny kid had a big smile and made everyone laugh with his antics during media day.
I kept thinking that this kid (and I can say kid because he was the only player on the team that was younger than me) was the no. 1 pitching prospect for thw whole organization.
I loved watching him throw. He was so talented, it seemed his biggest would easily be overcome with him and maturity and I was anxious to see him produce in the bigs.
I remember watching his six-inning shut out against the A's last year. I was joking with Carey about Nick the whole time. The following day I was on my way to work when my brother called me and told me what happened. Just thinking about that day make me feel sick to my stomach. Every emothions comes back so quickly.
When something this tragic happens it feels like there is no possible way that the world will still go on, and yet one year has already passed by.
I just want to comment on what an amazing organization that ball club is. The Angels handled the situation with such grace and should be commended for their actions.
"People have understood the tragedy as time goes on and you try to accept it but to be honest it was never about us, it was never about our team or our organization. It still remains about a family losing a son and a community losing a son. Jim and Janet and the whole extended Adenhart family, we got a little bit of peace by trying to support them." - Manager Mike Scioscia
Links to some news stories
LA Times
ESPN
LAAngels.com
I can't believe it's been a year since Nick Adenhart was killed following his 2009 debut. It seems a little surreal. I can't believe a year has gone by already.
It doesn't feel like that long ago that I met Nick. This tall skinny kid had a big smile and made everyone laugh with his antics during media day.
I kept thinking that this kid (and I can say kid because he was the only player on the team that was younger than me) was the no. 1 pitching prospect for thw whole organization.
I loved watching him throw. He was so talented, it seemed his biggest would easily be overcome with him and maturity and I was anxious to see him produce in the bigs.
I remember watching his six-inning shut out against the A's last year. I was joking with Carey about Nick the whole time. The following day I was on my way to work when my brother called me and told me what happened. Just thinking about that day make me feel sick to my stomach. Every emothions comes back so quickly.
When something this tragic happens it feels like there is no possible way that the world will still go on, and yet one year has already passed by.
I just want to comment on what an amazing organization that ball club is. The Angels handled the situation with such grace and should be commended for their actions.
"People have understood the tragedy as time goes on and you try to accept it but to be honest it was never about us, it was never about our team or our organization. It still remains about a family losing a son and a community losing a son. Jim and Janet and the whole extended Adenhart family, we got a little bit of peace by trying to support them." - Manager Mike Scioscia
Links to some news stories
LA Times
ESPN
LAAngels.com
***picture from ESPN.com
Monday, April 27, 2009
Links to Love
So I'm back. I took a short hiatus from blogging because I just didn't have much to say.
But there are a few links I want to share with you, so here I am.
1. I read practically everything that there was to read about this until I couldn't take it anymore. I found this article written from Press Enterprise. They sent a reporter to Nick's hometown to write one of the best representations of Nick, of the tragedy and his story. Click here to read it. I really recommend it.
2. People have already talked a lot about this movie, but in case you haven't heard about Sugar you really need to check out the trailer.
3. I love Dexter Fowler and he has a bright future ahead of him. Click here to read a feature about the Rockie's rookie.
4. I didn't watch the Bulls Celtics games, but I watched the five minutes of amazing highlights, and it really took five minutes to explain how amazing it was. Read about it here or check out the game because it will be on ESPN Classic tonight.
But there are a few links I want to share with you, so here I am.
1. I read practically everything that there was to read about this until I couldn't take it anymore. I found this article written from Press Enterprise. They sent a reporter to Nick's hometown to write one of the best representations of Nick, of the tragedy and his story. Click here to read it. I really recommend it.
2. People have already talked a lot about this movie, but in case you haven't heard about Sugar you really need to check out the trailer.
3. I love Dexter Fowler and he has a bright future ahead of him. Click here to read a feature about the Rockie's rookie.
4. I didn't watch the Bulls Celtics games, but I watched the five minutes of amazing highlights, and it really took five minutes to explain how amazing it was. Read about it here or check out the game because it will be on ESPN Classic tonight.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Remembering Nick
Click Here For More Information About Nick Adenhart's Playing Career and the Fatal Accident
Last year I had the wonderful opportunity of getting to know Nick Adenhart. The tragic news that greeted me on the way to work was very unexpected and rendered me speechless. My heart goes out to Nick's family, friends and teammates.
I've struggled with processing the news surrounding this talented young man the entire day. It is hard to take it all in.
After finally displaying his ability to be a Major League starting pitcher last night against the Oakland A's, tragedy strikes. He had a great amount of talent, I loved to watch him throw live or in a bullpen. His easy delivery looked almost effortless and his pitches had a lot of life to them. I never doubted that he would establish himself with a great presence in the Big Leagues.
He struggled after his first Major League call up last year, but he worked hard to get back to the dominate pitcher he was.
I have many memories of Nick during his time in Salt Lake City. I'm glad to have known him.
I am interested to see the effect this will have on the Angles' clubhouse. I was privileged to work with the Angels organization and it will have a special place in my heart forever. My heart goes out to them as they deal with the personal loss of a very special person and they deal with losing their top prospect.
Last year I had the wonderful opportunity of getting to know Nick Adenhart. The tragic news that greeted me on the way to work was very unexpected and rendered me speechless. My heart goes out to Nick's family, friends and teammates.
I've struggled with processing the news surrounding this talented young man the entire day. It is hard to take it all in.
After finally displaying his ability to be a Major League starting pitcher last night against the Oakland A's, tragedy strikes. He had a great amount of talent, I loved to watch him throw live or in a bullpen. His easy delivery looked almost effortless and his pitches had a lot of life to them. I never doubted that he would establish himself with a great presence in the Big Leagues.
He struggled after his first Major League call up last year, but he worked hard to get back to the dominate pitcher he was.
I have many memories of Nick during his time in Salt Lake City. I'm glad to have known him.
I am interested to see the effect this will have on the Angles' clubhouse. I was privileged to work with the Angels organization and it will have a special place in my heart forever. My heart goes out to them as they deal with the personal loss of a very special person and they deal with losing their top prospect.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Excitement
There are a few things that I am really excited for right now.
1. I am so excited for Spring Training. Pitchers and catchers report on Feb. 14/15!!! I am so ready for baseball to begin.
2. Prospects. After spending some time working in the minors I have really loved watching young prospects make a name for themselves. Some prospects that I am really excited for are Kevin Jepsen, Dexter Fowler, Nick Adenhart and Matt LaPorta. There are so many more but I can't wait to see their major league career bloom.
3. Not having homework!
4. Planning trips. (Shout out to Jenny on that one)
5. Making things happen.
1. I am so excited for Spring Training. Pitchers and catchers report on Feb. 14/15!!! I am so ready for baseball to begin.
2. Prospects. After spending some time working in the minors I have really loved watching young prospects make a name for themselves. Some prospects that I am really excited for are Kevin Jepsen, Dexter Fowler, Nick Adenhart and Matt LaPorta. There are so many more but I can't wait to see their major league career bloom.
3. Not having homework!
4. Planning trips. (Shout out to Jenny on that one)
5. Making things happen.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Sporting World Update
School is literally consuming my life right now. There are so many things that I want to write about but I'll just give a little bit of attention to everything for you.
Brooke and I decorated her Christmas tree tonight. I love the holiday season!
Baseball America came out with its top prospects. I was a little surprised that Nick Adenhart was named the Angel's Angel's No. 1 prospect. Of the top-10 prospect, seven were pitchers which is a little unexpected. Kevin Jepsen ranked in at No. 7. It will be interesting to see what happens at winter meetings this year.
Also I had a random dream about Nick, it was strange. That is two prospect dreams within three weeks. Weird.
I'm not sure if the Angels will get all, or any, of the free agents they offered arbitration to. I'm hoping for Mark Teixeira but I'm not going to be all the surprised if He signs with a team with a lot more money like the Red Sox. I've heard that Jason Varitek will return to the Red Sox, so I don't know if they will sign Teixeira.
The 2009 Hall of Fame ballot was released. The voting will take place on Jan. 12. I'm excited to see who will make it in this year. Tommy John will be on the ballot for his final year (you get 15 years on the ballot). I'm not expecting him to make it, I just think it's interesting.
Check out this article on John and this one for the Hall of Fame voting information.
Plaxico Buress shot himself in the leg. Ha Ha Ha. Really? Seriously?
Following his arrest for weapons charges he was suspended by the NFL for four games and the Giants placed him on the non-football injury list, which means he can't return for the rest of the season.
The Broncos looked really good against the Jets. What I can't figure out is why they can perform so well in New York but choke in Denver against the Raiders. Honestly.
I'm heading into the playoff for my Fantasy League in first place. I used to think fantasy sports were a waste of time but, now I kinda like them. I'm kinda good at it.
Well this is all for now. I must go back to writing about Nike's marketing campaigns and the More Good Foundation.
Here's to only 10 more days of school left!!!!!
Brooke and I decorated her Christmas tree tonight. I love the holiday season!
Baseball America came out with its top prospects. I was a little surprised that Nick Adenhart was named the Angel's Angel's No. 1 prospect. Of the top-10 prospect, seven were pitchers which is a little unexpected. Kevin Jepsen ranked in at No. 7. It will be interesting to see what happens at winter meetings this year.
Also I had a random dream about Nick, it was strange. That is two prospect dreams within three weeks. Weird.
I'm not sure if the Angels will get all, or any, of the free agents they offered arbitration to. I'm hoping for Mark Teixeira but I'm not going to be all the surprised if He signs with a team with a lot more money like the Red Sox. I've heard that Jason Varitek will return to the Red Sox, so I don't know if they will sign Teixeira.
The 2009 Hall of Fame ballot was released. The voting will take place on Jan. 12. I'm excited to see who will make it in this year. Tommy John will be on the ballot for his final year (you get 15 years on the ballot). I'm not expecting him to make it, I just think it's interesting.
Check out this article on John and this one for the Hall of Fame voting information.
Plaxico Buress shot himself in the leg. Ha Ha Ha. Really? Seriously?
Following his arrest for weapons charges he was suspended by the NFL for four games and the Giants placed him on the non-football injury list, which means he can't return for the rest of the season.
The Broncos looked really good against the Jets. What I can't figure out is why they can perform so well in New York but choke in Denver against the Raiders. Honestly.
I'm heading into the playoff for my Fantasy League in first place. I used to think fantasy sports were a waste of time but, now I kinda like them. I'm kinda good at it.
Well this is all for now. I must go back to writing about Nike's marketing campaigns and the More Good Foundation.
Here's to only 10 more days of school left!!!!!
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