Phillies' slugging Mayberry gets his chance

John Mayberry Jr is in camp with the Phillies.

"He has talent," said Phillies manager Charlie Manuel, who recognizes and prizes that quality in a hitter. "He's a real interesting guy. I'm looking forward to seeing him play."

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Pride of Rockhurst HS

Phillies seem a bit lefty heavy in their bench, Mayberry has a chance to make it as a 4th OF.

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by RoyalsRetro on Feb 25, 2009 11:03 AM EST reply actions

Not as patient a hitter as his dad, clearly.

BP says he’s “absolute murder on lefties”, which as you say has got to be attractive to the Phillies.

by 2X2L on Feb 25, 2009 11:31 AM EST up reply actions

In better shape than his father at least:

I’m sure he would love to have his father’s career.

by hunter s. royal on Feb 25, 2009 2:32 PM EST reply actions

i took hitting lessons when i was 13-14 and still trying to hit curveballs, even though i have terrible vision, from Mayberry Sr. He taught me this swing, which I thought at the time seemed counter to everything I had ever heard elsewhere. Throwing the hands out over the plate and what not…same swing that Jr. was using…6 or so years later, I read an article after jr was drafted by the Rangers about them having to completely rebuild his swing….thanks for nothing John Mayberry…I will continue to blame you for my failure as a hitter…

TPJ...you're dead to me

by billybeingbilly on Feb 25, 2009 9:32 PM EST reply actions