Garth Brooks, a well-known country singer, had a significant impact on the batting stance of an MLB player. Craig Counsell, who is now the manager of the Chicago Cubs, was an accomplished hitter during his time in the major leagues. He enjoyed a successful career as a professional baseball player from 1995 to 2007.
Counsell was famous for his unique approach to batting, as he would hold his bat high above the ground, puzzling everyone. The reason behind his unconventional stance remained a mystery, as he never provided any explanations.
After Counsell became the manager of the Chicago Cubs, he took part in the 2024 Cubs Convention. During the event, someone finally questioned him about the reason behind his practice of holding the bat at a high position in the air.
He attributes the responsibility to Garth Brooks.
Counsell describes himself as a mediocre hitter during his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers while attending spring training. He struggled to make any successful hits during this period.
During spring training, I was thrilled when I hit a powerful hit towards left field. It was my first base hit, and I couldn't help but feel excited. With my focus on running to first base, I kept my head down. The crowd erupted with excitement, making a lot of noise. However, when I looked up, I was surprised to see Garth Brooks making an impressive diving catch in left field. Unfortunately, his fantastic catch extended my streak of not getting any hits in the game.
The attendees at the media briefing were greatly amused by this story.
The following day, I was set free. I had a conversation with myself, questioning why I couldn't achieve any successful hits. This reflection prompted me to raise my hands high up in the air. Surprisingly, this action proved to be beneficial and improved my performance.
I attribute my terrible batting stance to Garth Brooks.
Brooks, who is widely recognized as one of the most prominent figures in the music industry, had a passion for sports during his childhood. He actively participated in baseball and track and field. Despite having three opportunities to join the New York Mets, he unfortunately did not succeed in securing a spot on the team.
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