Failed Comeback: It's Been Real, Brian Anderson

 
I'm a guy obsessed with lesser known players; I root for the little guy and probably give them too much hype to make up for the hype they don't get. I've got a strange attachment to now Padres outfielder Jody Gerut, who I grew to enjoy watching during his days with the Indians. Today, I drool over Franklin Gutierrez and Ryan Garko. Just don't ask me why. I love the lesser known, and hate contributing to the hype machine that is the modern day superstar. So naturally, when I see something I like that no one else cares about, I'm going to beat the topic into the ground with a shovel. Meet Brian Anderson, a World Series champion, two-time survivor of Tommy John surgery, and pitcher turned broadcaster turned pitcher. Last year, the Indians own television network began its second year of existence and embarked on its first year of full-time programming. Sports Time Ohio has grown into something great for the Ohio sports fan.  Even though I just watch it for the Indian coverage, it provides ... [link]

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