With talk of Stephen Strasburg still filling baseball fan's mouths, it is hard to justify another amateur phenom. But from what I have read, Mr. Harper is exactly that. Bryce Harper, a 6' 3", 205 lb, 16-year old catcher will grace the newest version of Sports Illustrated. People are saying this left handed hitter is can't miss talent.
He has already hit the longest home run on record in Tropicana field which traveled 502 feet. As a 16 year old! Bryce reportedly has the bat speed of Mark McGwire in his prime and quickness as well. He stole home from second base on wild pitches 6 times this season.
Many people are skeptical of such comparisons. Back in 1989, high school Jon Peters was on the cover of SI sporting his 51-0 high school record. Peters went on to do little to nothing in college because of arm troubles. I hope that this isn't Harper. He could be great for the struggling sport.
Here's the highlight video...its a little dragged out but if you watch it through you'll see some impressive stuff.
I know these "Where amazing happens" videos are a bit played out but check this home run out.
he's still a douche when you read his interviews
ReplyDeletesounds like he's had PR training since he was 3 years old