Mike Young for signing a ultra-lucrative contract with the Texas Rangers. The 5 year, $80 million deal is the second largest in franchise history behind Alex Rodriguez's 10 year, $250 million contract. It may not last long if Scott Boras and Mark Teixeira have anything to say about it. Let's enjoy the moment though for a guy who one scout had listed as "average arm, below average bat" when he was in the minor leagues playing for the Blue Jays. Now look where he is - second in the major leagues in hits only behind Ichiro since 2003. 4 straight 200 hit seasons. 1 All-Star game MVP, 1 AL batting title.
Why is this so sweet? Because Mike knew he would be here all along. He knew when he was a kid, he knew in high school, in college, wherever. Mike has the best work ethic, is grounded with an amazing family, and has a sense of self and self-belief that is second to none. So in a world of greedy, scandalous athletes here is a guy that should be celebrated as being a good guy, rewarded for his hard work and belief in himself.
Congrats buddy.
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