Slow news day today, and I have some other obligations (like, my actual job), so I’ll keep this one short. The Phillies re-assigned Jason Jaramillo and Pete LaForest to minor league camp, meaning that Chris Coste is the backup catcher and will make his first opening day roster, unless he gets hurt. As you may remember, Coste was on the verge of the same feat 2 seasons ago when the Phillies traded for David Dellucci, making Coste the last guy sent to the minors.
I also wanted to take a moment to recommend Coste’s new book, The 33 Year Old Rookie. The kind folks at Ballentine Books (thanks Katie) were gracious enough to supply me with a copy. I’m about half way through, and it really does give you an appreciation for the life of a minor leaguer, and the obstacles you have to overcome to make it to the majors. Coste is a good writer, he doesn’t go overboard, but he does a great job conveying his feelings and emotions about a wide array of situations he’s faced. You know I don’t tell you what to buy and do with your dough, but if you like the Coste story, and if you ever had aspirations of playing baseball professionally (or any other sport really), then I’d recommend you pick this up. You can get it at Amazon.com, and I’m sure it will be in bookstores soon, if it isn’t already. I receive nothing for you clicking the link and buying it, I just thought I’d pass along the info for those who weren’t aware.
Happy Tuesday.
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I’m glad someone’s reading the book. I was going to pick up a copy but I was worried it would be horrible.
Coste deserves the spot. Jaramillo never grabbed it away. I thought LaForest might have a shot only because he’s a lefty bat. Jaramillo’s a switchy, if I’m not mistaken.
Castro didn’t help himself today. Gave up a homer and 2 walks in an inning of work. Hamels shut TB down. Gave up a homer and 2 hits total. We have two starters (Myers). Moyer is in. Kendrick better get it going. #5 is still there for the taking.
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I just heard about the book recently and haven’t yet purchasd a copy. I’ve only heard good things so far.
I met Chris last season at a Threshers game and he seemed like a genuinly nice person. A lot of long time minor leaguers tend to get a bit jaded and are not as friendly with the fans, while Chris was just the opposite. He was one of the first guys out of the dugout (as most catchers are when they start) and he stopped to talk to me for a minute. He even signed a pocket schedule for me. Way to go Chris… now just stay healthy and keep working hard!!
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