According to ESPN, Pat Burrell has acknowledged that his career is likely over. Burrell was the first overall pick by the Phillies in the 1998 draft. After helping the Phillies to capture their first World Series ring in 28 years, Burrell landed in Tampa Bay for a brief stay followed up by another World Series victory in 2010 with the San Francisco Giants. A nagging foot injury which limited the outfielder to just 92 games last season, may finally send Burrell into the wonderful world of golf courses and Caribbean vacations.
Pat endured a love/hate relationship with the notoriously tough Phillies Phans probably because he never quite lived up to the hype (or his absurdly large paycheck). He generally played it safe seemingly always letting the ball bounce in front of him while playing in the field or taking the walk while at bat. But he’ll always have a soft spot in my heart. And yes, the photo above has a little something to do with it. Adios Patty.
(Photo courtesy of Phillies Photo Day 2008)
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