Ryan Glasspiegel
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Erik Kratz, a 40-year-old journeyman catcher who is now on the Yankees, got emotional in an interview discussing why he takes pride in helping young Hispanic pitchers:
Erik Kratz gets emotional speaking about working with young Hispanic pitchers around baseball, such as Deivi Garcia:
"Being older, hopefully I can be somebody that can step in. I got kids too, and I hope somebody would treat my kids that way" pic.twitter.com/QuVcDFdxM4
— Yankees Videos (@snyyankees) September 4, 2020
Obviously, Kratz is not going to be put in bronze in Cooperstown one day, but you can see why he’s stuck around in MLB to this age, as his intangible leadership is on display. I’m a Brewers fan, and even though he was only there for one season — 2018 — he’s the type of player you remember fondly for a long time as you reflect on past players you’ve rooted for.
Great story, Ryan…many thanks!!!
Surprised when i saw a feel good story about my life long team, the Bronx Bombers…figured Sheff, Jr must have had a moment of clarity…but it was the Connecticut Yankee lol.