Gotta love Gomez...read his quote about 1/2 way down:
Gomez formally won the job as Minnesota's center fielder and leadoff hitter Monday when competitors Denard Span and Jason Pridie were optioned to Triple-A Rochester before the Twins' 8-4 loss to the Cardinals.
Gomez, who was acquired by the Twins in the deal that sent Johan Santana to the New York Mets, went 1-for-5 with an infield single against St. Louis. He also struck out three times and was caught stealing.
"I feel bad, and I feel good," Gomez said, referring to the mixed emotion of seeing teammates get cut and learning about his appointment. "I hit hard, steal bases, score runs. That's what I do."
Meanwhile, the last roster spot still to be decided for Minnesota involves left-hander Francisco Liriano, who is working his way back from reconstructive elbow surgery. He could stay behind in Fort Myers for more work when the team breaks camp this weekend, which would leave Boof Bonser, Scott Baker, Nick Blackburn and Kevin Slowey in the rotation for the time being behind veteran Livan Hernandez.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
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Me too, "I hit hard, steal bases, score runs. That's what I do." Oh wait, that's what I wish I did. I sure hope I make the opening day lineup for the Crows, although starting the season in Fort Myers does not sound all THAT bad......
Funny quote....considering Gomez struck out 3 times and was caught stealing that day.
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