back Pablo Sandoval To an organization Big leagues It's been big news in recent weeks. The third baseman returned to San Francisco GiantsThis is the group with which he knew how to shine and win three titles World Series Between 2010 and 2014, even being Most valuable player In one of them.
But this signature Minor leagues With an invitation to Spring training The move paid off in part thanks to the perseverance of the 38-year-old Venezuelan player, who contacted his former team with the aim of returning to the baseball circuit. Big leagues He retires in style, as his career deserves.
In the midst of the start of the preparatory matches for the new season Pablo Sandoval grant a Interview with NBC Sports Bayfrom San Francisco, to talk about how to communicate with management Giants To achieve this approach. Especially with the president of baseball operations, Farhan Al-Zaidi.
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“Yes, I was sending videos to Al-Zaidi, after I returned from Dubai playing in the United Baseball League. I sat with my son and he said, “Dad, you are still batting, you can play for another two years,” and we started training together and I started sending videos to Farhan. He said, “Do you think you're serious or do you want to do the Segio Romo thing?”“He commented SandovalIn reference to what Mexican pitcher Sergio Romo did, who returned to… Giants To participate in spring training in 2023.
Even “Kung Fu Panda” commented that there was a possibility another franchise would give him a chance. But he aimed to return to the place where he became a reference, and put together a memorable team that gave emotion in October.
“I had a great conversation with him and he told me I could talk to the general manager of the Texas Rangers. But I made it clear to Farhan that I wanted to return to the Giants, not other teams. If the Giants don't give me the opportunity, then yeah, I'll go to other teams. But San Francisco was my priority«Comment.
His teammates also praise him. One of them is the gardener Austin Slater Who spoke about the commitment and leadership role shown by the man born in Puerto Cabello.
“It was great, Pablo brings energy and the fans know it. I think the thing that doesn't get talked about a lot is his work ethic. He's the first one in the locker room every day. He is number one in batting practice and is a great example for the guys.Slater said.
We still have to wait and see Pablo Sandoval You will be able to get a place on the list San Francisco Giants for him opening day.
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