The Last Thoroughbred

By mw2828, Section MLB
Posted on Tue Apr 03 2007 at 8:45 PM EST
More on: Josh Hamilton, Reds (all tags)

It's all illusion, the accolades, awards and accomplishments. These aren't etched in stone, untouchable by time.

Seconds stop for nobody.  

Perseverance is found on the field, never peace.

No matter the amount of success, or degree of failure, our competition will always return, different pitches and arm angles, different stances and strategies.

Adjustments become worthless, effort expended, and than, at breaking point, talent rises above, for a fortunate few.  

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Griffey breaks hand at home

By Vin, Section Journals
Posted on Fri Dec 22 2006 at 5:17 PM EST
More on: Reds (all tags)

We've had a lot of stories about Junior and how much people respect him so I thought I'd post this little bit I just saw today.  Seems the guy is so star crossed with injuries.  He could have been the greatest of all time if not for the injuries.  At least he was able to have a decent career unlike Bo Jackson.

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Ken Griffey Jr. broke his left hand in an accident at home, the latest in a series of injuries that have derailed the career of the All-Star outfielder.

Griffey's throwing hand will be in a hard cast for three weeks, then will be re-examined, Reds spokesman Rob Butcher said Friday.

Butcher said he could not say when or how the accident occurred because Griffey did not authorize any more details to be released.

General manager Wayne Krivsky wasn't sure whether Griffey will be ready for the start of spring training. The club will have a better idea when the hand is examined again in three weeks.

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