Posted by: robert (mante06@yahoo.com) on Sun Jan 22 21:18:59 2006

> Hello, I am an ex-college player who is looking to play some professional baseball. I am 5'11, 220 lbs. I run a 6.8 60 yard dash. I played outfield in college, but I am open to learn any new position. I can hit for average and for power. Since I have been learning the swing mechanics taught by Coach Mankin, my bat speed has dramatically increased. I'm not the same hitter I was in college and I was still successful. I am willing to do what it takes to be the best I can be, so if any one out there is a scout (and is interested) or can point me in a good direction I would be very greatful. Thank you for your time.

Andrew,
A neighbor of mine has a kid who tried out for the major's through a local field. Much like yourself, he played in college (Citrus community in Glendora, California), was never picked up by scouts, yet one year post graduating, he saw a note posted on "MLB.com" under "official info." at the bottom of the page. There, it gave him all the information on where to go/try-out fields (usaually a local college field), time, rules, etc. I've been to watch a couple of try-outs (Cal State Fullerton), it's a vigorous work-out and there are many scouts from various pro teams watching. However, you'll find the info. in MLB.com during the regular season. Try checking out the site come March/April. You might try contacting "ALL" the major league teams, the worst you can get is a, "sorry, can't help you." You never know when you might get the RIGHT person to speak with.
Good luck!