by Dirk Hayhurst | Nov 16, 2012 | baseball, Spirituality
(Unedited, just like life). Friday Morning Ramble. Last night, lying in bed, I was thinking about things I could do with my life; of what I could or should do with myself now that baseball is gone. What are my skills? Baseball, talking about baseball, writing about... by Dirk Hayhurst | Nov 13, 2012 | baseball, Blue Jays
1. This entices veteran players who would not have considered Toronto as a viable option since it places the Jays into immediate contention for the AL East crown. When you’re an older player who’s made your money, you care about winning over another major... by Dirk Hayhurst | Nov 9, 2012 | baseball, General
I have no regrets about ending my playing career. I accomplished more in my short career than a lot of players who grind on for far longer. Sure, those players will probably make way more money than me, but it’s not about the money. It’s not about what you... by Dirk Hayhurst | Oct 1, 2012 | baseball, Blue Jays, MLB
I know that Ricky Romero is looking forward to the off season. After the year he’s had, he could really use it. I salute him for soldiering on despite what I’m sure felt like his entire baseball world crumbling down, into a crushing load, which in turn... by Dirk Hayhurst | Sep 22, 2012 | baseball, Blue Jays, MLB
Someone wrote me recently to tell me that Yunel Escobar was trash and needed to go back to Cuba. Zaun got a little personal on Connected and went after Escobar’s upbringing. Bob McCowan trounced YE as well, making comments on a race and culture he may not have... by Dirk Hayhurst | Sep 22, 2012 | baseball, Blue Jays, MLB
Caught up with an old teammate yesterday. It was good for a lot of reasons. Nostalgia, memories, tales. But mainly because since joining the broadcasting team, I’ve been afraid of my old teammates. When I think about why I am, it’s completely illogical....