by Dirk Hayhurst | Nov 12, 2012 | General
I’m in the hospital right now. Again. I write this from my cell phone. I can’t help but compare my time at the Cleveland Clinic to my time in Las Vegas. Giant sprawling buildings, valet parking, exotic cars driven by wealthy doctors. Food courts full of... by Dirk Hayhurst | Nov 10, 2012 | General
I guess you could say my family has a history of mental issues, some stark, some hilarious. If you’ve read my book, you know my dad has had a tough time dealing with the mental trauma stemming from his physical disabilities. Conversely you also know that my... 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 27, 2012 | General
I haven’t been very active on here. Sorry about that, although, not really. I hate having to feel like I must get up every morning and feed the social media. It’s like a pet, a tomagatchi or something. At least it doesn’t pee on the floor if you... by Dirk Hayhurst | Jun 4, 2012 | baseball, Blue Jays, General, MLB
Of all the interesting parts of baseball to pick apart, it’s the mental game that fascinates me the most. Maybe it’s because I like hearing what’s going on in player’s heads, as it helps me understand what went on in my own head back in my... by Dirk Hayhurst | Jun 1, 2012 | baseball, General, Speaking
I get the amazing opportunity to speak with the kids of Northwood Elementary School in North Canton Ohio. Here is an excerpt. 