Orestes Destrade

I first met Orestes on May 6, 2014 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. "Big O" has known my son since he was 3 years old. He always takes time to say hello and takes an interest in how my son is doing in school as well as little league.. (He made the All-Star team!)

Rusney Castillo

I met Rusney on March 12, 2017 after a Spring Training game at Spectrum Field, in Clearwater, FL.

Edgardo Alfonzo

I met Edgar on January 29, 2016 during The New York Mets Fantasy Camp at the New York Mets Minor League Training Facility in Port St. Lucie, FL.

Mark Appel

I met Mark on March 20, 2016 at Carpenter Complex in Clearwater, FL. Mark was the #1 overall draft pick in 2013 by the Houston Astros.

Talib Kweli

I met Talib Kweli outside of State Theater in St. Petersburg, FL on November 18, 2017. My brother and I had waited for about 6 hours for him to show up, prior to his concert... Well worth the wait!

Chris Archer

I met Chris on February 17, 2015 outside of Tropicana Field. Chris was finishing a work-out and was kind enough to sign and personalize my picture as requested!

Bob Feller

I met Mr. Feller on March 19, 2006 at a celebrity soft ball game at Bright House Networks Field in Clearwater, FL. It was kind of neat watching the Hall of Fame pitcher take the mound at the age of 88. Mr. Feller signed a page from a Beckett Baseball Card Monthly magazine. Mr. Feller threw three no-hitters in his career, including the only one to be thrown on opening day, which occurred on April 16, 1940.

Aaron Judge

I met Aaron on March 19, 2016 at Carpenter Complex, the Philadelphia Phillies Minor League Complex. Aaron had just been sent down from 'Big League Camp' to join the Yankees Triple-A affiliate.
In 2017, Aaron quickly became a fan favorite, posting 52 Home-Runs, earning Rookie of the Year honors. In 2022, he won the American League MVP award and set an AL Home-Run record by passing Roger Maris with 62 four-baggers!