I'm Working For Jay Buhner
Posted Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 9:37 PM
Those who know me know that I'm a huge fan of baseball. I've worked for the Everett AquaSox, a Minor League affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, for going on 12 seasons. When I'm not on the road playing music, there's nowhere else I'd rather be than at the ballpark on gameday.
During my time with the ballclub I've met dozens of current and former Major League Baseball players. Guys like Phil Niekro, Brooks Robinson, Cal Ripken, Jr., Randy Johnson, Alex Rodriguez, Felix Hernandez and many others have made it exciting to come to work each day.
No one impressed me more than former Seattle Mariners right fielder, Jay Buhner. In 2001, Jay made three injury rehabilitation starts at Everett Memorial Stadium with the Everett AquaSox. I also spent an evening with Jay in 2004 when the team was handing out bobblehead dolls in his likeness. I've never seen someone give back to the fans with a more willing and genuine attitude than Jay. Each night he was in town, he made it a point to sign autographs for anyone who was willing to stick around long enough to get through the massive lines.
That being said, I was thrilled to learn this week that Jay has purchased a minority interest in the AquaSox. This can only mean good things for the club. Jay plans to be at the ballpark this summer and intends on bringing some of his "buddies" along with him. If you're a fan of baseball, collect autographs, or simply looking for a fun way to spend your summer evenings, be sure to check out the AquaSox. Minor League Baseball is a crazy kind of fun that is worth the price of admission.
During my time with the ballclub I've met dozens of current and former Major League Baseball players. Guys like Phil Niekro, Brooks Robinson, Cal Ripken, Jr., Randy Johnson, Alex Rodriguez, Felix Hernandez and many others have made it exciting to come to work each day.
No one impressed me more than former Seattle Mariners right fielder, Jay Buhner. In 2001, Jay made three injury rehabilitation starts at Everett Memorial Stadium with the Everett AquaSox. I also spent an evening with Jay in 2004 when the team was handing out bobblehead dolls in his likeness. I've never seen someone give back to the fans with a more willing and genuine attitude than Jay. Each night he was in town, he made it a point to sign autographs for anyone who was willing to stick around long enough to get through the massive lines.
That being said, I was thrilled to learn this week that Jay has purchased a minority interest in the AquaSox. This can only mean good things for the club. Jay plans to be at the ballpark this summer and intends on bringing some of his "buddies" along with him. If you're a fan of baseball, collect autographs, or simply looking for a fun way to spend your summer evenings, be sure to check out the AquaSox. Minor League Baseball is a crazy kind of fun that is worth the price of admission.
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