Pitching in a winter Mexican league attempting to embarrass yet more hitters with 68 mph changeups and land a big league gig, he apparently blew up his elbow again, and team manager Moises Alou thinks the jig is finally up.
I had kind of secretly hoped that maybe Moyer might entertain coming back to the M's on some kind of yay-Seattle-farewell-tour and not only mentor some of the kids, but probably hold down the 3rd or 4th best starter on the staff seat.
He's 48 years old this month, my God...seriously, what a career. He's been pitching for 25 years, has 267 wins, and over FOUR THOUSAND innings pitched - and let's face it, he's done almost all of it with smoke and mirrors.
Jaime Moyer - you are an inspiration to everyone in the world with a shitty fastball and a ton of desire. I'll forever teach my kids that the greatest pitch you can learn is the changeup because of you.
If I run into you on Magnolia hill somewhere, I hope you let me buy you a beer.
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