I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

[sportsnbikes]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

I'm glad you got it, as opposed to one of the Legends-In-Their-Own-Minds on Waveland Avenue. At least a couple of those guys would have rushed the ball to eBay with an inflated opening bid or BIN...after all, a home run ball is worth more if a Wrigley Field Ballhawk catches it, don'tcha know.

Dave Miedema

Nice work on getting that ball back and getting a little something in return.

That Ballhawk guy selling his stuff like it's special is one of the biggest annoyances when searching for items on eBay. Stupid.

[emann]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

The Reds have actually called me twice since catching the ball. The bat he uses after that is mine.

Cool story! I'd see if you could ask for one more thing... See if he'll inscribe the bat to you; might be a neat addition to your story in the future to have something personal like "thanks for being a good dude!" on the bat you get from him...

I'm not a fan of signed GU items usually, but it brings your story full circle and since you didn't want the money for the ball, I'd assume you feel the same about the bat and would just prefer the cool story that surrounds it.

[helf35]

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Nice work on getting that ball back and getting a little something in return.

That Ballhawk guy selling his stuff like it's special is one of the biggest annoyances when searching for items on eBay. Stupid.

Im a big Sox fan especially Chris Sale and I have been wanting to get the authenticated ball from his 1-hit game. The ball is not even authenticated to Sale but he wont come anywhere near a reasonable price. He always tells me he would rather keep it then part with it for anywhere under $250. I think its funny how he adjusts the price up and down. It was almost $400 and now $280. Tomorrow it will probably be $350.

[danesei@yahoo.com]

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When they say the items are going to the HOF, do they mean the Cincinnati Reds HOF? I can't see a reason for it going to the National Baseball Museum, given the HR tied the Reds franchise record set by Bench. It didn't tie nor break the NL (and MLB?) record of six set by Walker Cooper of the NY Giants.

[sox83cubs84]

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Im a big Sox fan especiallys Sale and I have been wanting to get the authenticated ball from his 1-hit game. The ball is not even authenticated to Sale but he wont come anywhere near a reasonable price. He always tells me he would rather keep it then part with it for anywhere under $250. I think its funny how he adjusts the price up and down. It was almost $400 and now $280. Tomorrow it will probably be $350.

The prices may rise and fall, but the items don't sell at any price.

[dplettn]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

Very cool story about the HR ball, however, I don't think the media commentary about the gloves was non-factual. In any event, cool that you got to meet him. Weird that you had to sign a contract with the team, though. Given how laid back most retail/game-used managers seem to be, I couldn't imagine them even mentioning a contract.



I disagree on Mesoraco deserving an All-Star nod. Even though he's given a huge boost to my fantasy team, he simply missed way too much time to be considered. One of the biggest things for a catcher is to log time behind the dish. Mesoraco has twice as many passed balls as Yadier Molina or Jonathan Lucroy, in less than 2/3 as many innings.

Yes, Mesoraco has been on a tear so far this season, but there's no justification to getting him on the All-Star roster, since doing so would mean carrying at least three (and possibly four) catchers on the roster.

Was great to see that Mike Matheny had the same assessment I had as to Mesoraco's merits to be an All-Star. So much so that he included three catchers on the NL roster. I give Matheny a lot of credit because Lucroy's inclusion along with the DL time would have made it easy to snub Mesoraco. Instead, Matheny recognized Devin for Devin and showed his tribute to Devin's merit.

[AWA85]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

Mesoraco shattered his bat tonight which looked to be the same one he has been using for a few weeks. The Reds record bat will have all sorts of pieces to it.

Now you are one step closer to getting your game bat hopefully!

[AWA85]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

UPDATE II : In his next at bat he broke another bat on a foul pop up. Funny he went weeks of using the same pounded bat and the next one only makes it through on at bat.

[PAC]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

UPDATE II : In his next at bat he broke another bat on a foul pop up. Funny he went weeks of using the same pounded bat and the next one only makes it through on at bat.

Damn, final payout is a bat that shows zero signs of game use. Should've held out.

[dplettn]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

Damn, final payout is a bat that shows zero signs of game use. Should've held out.

Remember that whatever specific bat you get will remind you forever of your personal experience of securing the ball, meeting, and your care/courtesy to give it to Devin. That relevance is far more important than the specifics on the bat.

[Pjl2928]

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Can someone/ anyone be really cool and send me some screen shots of mesoraco's at-bat in the 4th inning of the 7/9/14 game against the cubs?

Also, if there are any screen shots available of me getting the ball or being taken out by security through the cubs or reds broadcast it would be greatly appreciated. I do not have mlb tv, but would love to have some images to show the family. Game was 6/24/14. Homerun by Mez was in the top of the ninth.

My email: joshlaprevotte@gmail.com

Thank you so much guys

[Colinvandewetering]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

Can someone/ anyone be really cool and send me some screen shots of mesoraco's at-bat in the 4th inning of the 7/9/14 game against the cubs?

Also, if there are any screen shots available of me getting the ball or being taken out by security through the cubs or reds broadcast it would be greatly appreciated. I do not have mlb tv, but would love to have some images to show the family. Game was 6/24/14. Homerun by Mez was in the top of the ninth.

My email: joshlaprevotte@gmail.com

Thank you so much guys

Hey Josh, I will send you some pics.

[Colinvandewetering]

Re: I caught Devin Mesoraco's record-setting HR

Email sent.

[Pjl2928]

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Thank you all that have sent pictures. Anyone else please feel free to send any pictures possible of both the homerun and the bat.

[sportsnbikes]

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Im a big Sox fan especially Chris Sale and I have been wanting to get the authenticated ball from his 1-hit game. The ball is not even authenticated to Sale but he wont come anywhere near a reasonable price. He always tells me he would rather keep it then part with it for anywhere under $250. I think its funny how he adjusts the price up and down. It was almost $400 and now $280. Tomorrow it will probably be $350.

So he has the 1-Hit? I don't know why anyone would buy anything from him if it's not MLB Authenticated. It could be a ball from Joe-Schmo for all they know. I hope you get the ball you're looking for!