I can watch the compilations of him gunning guys out from the outfield all day. Just beautiful. Making MLB vets act like little kids.
The yips? No. He couldn’t perform and blew his career. Don’t blame it on “the yips” Rick. Some guys have and some guys don’t. Some guys have it for a little while and lose it. He lost it.
I got to cook for him about 6 or 7 years ago. He was the nicest guy in the world, and even invited the chef and I next door for a drink.
Proceeded to kick our ass in golden tee, pay our bar tab, and took a picture/signed autographs for anyone who asked.
It was honestly surreal to have drinks with a guy I idolized growing up. His never-quit attitude is something I always admired. Love me some Ankiel.
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He really was an incredible pitcher before that happened.
Why did it cut off? It lasted about 8:30 minutes and just stopped? I NEED MORE OP!!!!
I still keep my ticket stub from “the game” in my wallet because when I need some motivation his story is my favorite.
I read his book around 7 or so years ago. Good stuff!
Love me some Ankiel, the definition of perseverance. [This is a great vid of his journey.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c4YZGhAjwE)
I can watch the compilations of him gunning guys out from the outfield all day. Just beautiful. Making MLB vets act like little kids.
The yips? No. He couldn’t perform and blew his career. Don’t blame it on “the yips” Rick. Some guys have and some guys don’t. Some guys have it for a little while and lose it. He lost it.
I got to cook for him about 6 or 7 years ago. He was the nicest guy in the world, and even invited the chef and I next door for a drink.
Proceeded to kick our ass in golden tee, pay our bar tab, and took a picture/signed autographs for anyone who asked.
It was honestly surreal to have drinks with a guy I idolized growing up. His never-quit attitude is something I always admired. Love me some Ankiel.