When Tebow holds a one-man showcase Tuesday, in Southern California, the Mets and Yankees will be among those with a scout on hand, according to multiple industry sources. The Heisman Trophy victor works.
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Tebow faced minor-league pitchers Chad Smith and David Aardsma, both righties. “I think it’s low risk, high reward for Zulia”, the Aguilas’ general manager said. If his tryout is successful and he is signed by a Major League Baseball team, he could bring his public witness to millions of baseball fans.
Despite the rave reviews of his power, Tebow didn’t display a great arm in the field. Amaro said that players are often cut in a week, or less, if they’re not getting the job done. Though his raw skills have drawn praise from some, he’s not played organized baseball since high school.
Giving up on his NFL dreams, college football legend Tim Tebow has turned his attention to the sport of baseball.
Meyer didn’t say that just because in Tebow’s four years at Florida he helped Meyer and the Gators win two national championships (2006 and 2008) while winning the 2007 Heisman Trophy.
“I am beyond impressed with Tim’s athleticism and swing, and it goes without saying that he has shown a high level of discipline and strong work ethic”, Moeller said in a statement. “You have one life, go do it. Look at him, he’s jacked”.
Tebow hasn’t played in the NFL since 2012, becoming a broadcaster and resisting attempts to move him to another football position as his quarterback career evaporated. Regardless of what else happens.
“If you fail or fall flat on your face, and that’s the worse thing that can happen, it’s okay”.
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“When I felt like I had this opportunity, I wanted to take it and pursue it with everything I had”. “The power was impressive, but I wish he could have translated it maybe a little better (against live pitching)”.
