The Left-Handed Commodity

It's been a long while since I have played in a full season of baseball, but it is exciting making my comeback. I remember it wasn't too long ago that I was selling cars in the automotive industry, where I was working from 9 am to 9 pm 4 days a week. I have to tell you, that it was not very fun except for the part about meeting new people.

Anyway, since my decision to get back in the game about 9 months ago, I have been training religiously and putting together the consistent delivery that is going to allow me to dominate wherever I play. I am a left-handed "POWER" pitcher with command of 4 pitches. I throw a fastball, which has been clocked as high as 96mph in my baseball career, and I consistently throw in the 90s. I have an amazing 12-6 curveball, which has been quoted as "a big-league curveball," by some scouts. And with the recent acquisition of my 2-seam fastball and changeup, I have prepared myself to be a starter, reliever, or closer.

I have to admit, I didn't always get the job done like I do now. When I was drafted to the Minnesota Twins organization in the 4th round of 2002, I thought I would get to the big leagues on the fast-track. Unfortunately, due to my inconsistent delivery I had control issues, which were minor and could be fixed, but that would take some time to discover.

I learned a lot with the Minnesota Twins organization. I realized that you have to be a man and mature to make the next step into the professional world and that it requires a high level of responsibility and ethics presence in your life. I also learned that the support of a good agent and your family are essential to your success and overcoming of obstacles in your path.

Recently, I became involved with Matthew Vuckovich and Kyle Dison with Xclusive Sports Management, and it was a great decision for me to join this new and exciting crew of enthusiastic individuals. When I first talked with Matthew, I could feel the energy emanating from him and I could observe that he was truly committed to doing the best for his client. And then, I talked with Kyle (former professional baseball player), and not only was he excited to have me on board with the team, but he had already prepared a workout regiment for me to follow to be prepared for this upcoming season. That's what made me gain respect for what these two gentlemen were creating. They were both first class and they put my concerns ahead of theirs. Quite frankly, I wasn't used to being treated like this, but I can see that Xclusive is going to do whatever it takes to guarantee my success in baseball and the Major Leagues.

As a kid in baseball, I was always told that I was lucky to be left-handed. I guess sometimes it takes having the right tools in the right place at the right time. Fortunately for me, being a left-handed pitcher makes me a commodity. On top of being left-handed, I throw the ball incredibly hard and with longevity and consistency. So, continue to watch as the 2008 seasons goes forward because Alex Merricks is the left-hander that is making his amazing comeback and will arrive no less than the Major Leagues.

- Alex Merricks
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8 Comments On: "The Left-Handed Commodity"

 
Welcome to the Yard, Alex.

Which pitcher in the majors has an arsenal most similar to yours?

I throw 5 pitches with my 4-seam and 2-seam fastball, curveball, slider, and change-up. It is hard to say who I have the most similarity to in the league when it comes to pitches, but with my size and body type and velocity, some compare me to Johan Santana.

Intriguing little outfit those Xclusive guys are running. Blog posts, viral prospect whoring, YouTube videos of your pitching mechanics. Pretty interesting use of technology to try and help boost your careers.

Good luck.

The guys at Xclusive are doing a great job. They care about their clients and just want them to succeed.
Thanks.

Hey, I watched some of your pitching videos this morning. Not going to pretend I know anything about pitching, but looks like you know what you're doing out there - good work! Welcome to the Yard! :)

Thanks and I am glad to be here.

You should join the Giants Alex. That way we could have a left-handed power pitcher in you and a left-handed frisbee tosser in Barry Zito. It would be a funny contrast.

As a child I grew up loving the Giants so that would be awesome and in my Senior year in high school and first year in pro ball I worked out with Barry Zito doing a Yoga camp and Arm and Strength conditioning program through Jaeger Sports. He is an awesome guy.

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