![]() ![]() Even when I was struggling, the one thing I did was stay positive I have to give credit to Joel Chimelis the hitting coach in Quad cities for all the extra work we put in.”ĪF: You had 17 RBI in the first half and 41 RBI in the second half. Was anything different for you that month?ĭM: “ Being consistent is the number one thing in baseball. I am grateful to be a part of the Houston Astros Organization.”ĪF: You were very consistent all season but had a great July with a season high 3 HR and 14 BB. I like to sometimes look at McCutchen swing because I like how simple he keeps things as far as his hand placement, load and point of contact.”ĪF: Being a 31st round pick, do you feel the odds are stacked against you and do you use that as extra motivation?ĭM: “ I definitely feel like there is a chip on my shoulder being a 31 st round pick but that doesn’t stop me from reaching my goal to get to the big leagues. That will be a feeling I will never forget.”ĪF: How has the adjustment been between the college game and professional ball?ĭM: “ The adjustment between college and professional ball was challenging at first because in college you may see someone throw in the low 90s but in professional ball everyone is throwing mid to high 90s with a good secondary pitch.”ĪF: Can you describe your hitting style? Are there any players you try to model yourself after?ĭM: “ I don’t know if I have a certain hitting style, I just try to keep things short and sweet. Like Lance McCullers and Chris Lee.”ĪF: What is the most memorable moment of your professional baseball career so far?ĭM: “ The most memorable moment for me thus far in my career was definitely winning MVP at the New York Penn League All-star game. Shortly after I got off the phone with her, I received a call from the Astros and I couldn’t have been more excited for the opportunity.”ĪF: Did you have any knowledge of the Astros organization prior to the draft?ĭM: “ Yes I did have knowledge of the Astros I have a couple buddies I played with growing up that got drafted by the Astros a couple years before me. I was devastated after hearing that news, I called my grandmother and explained what happened she told me to keep my faith and believe. ![]() I was waiting on another team’s call, when the scout called me and said “Sorry, I can’t make it happen, good luck in college next year”. It was an emotional day to say the least I had no idea the Astros were going to pick me. Let’s get to the interview!Īstros Future (AF): Can you describe the feeling of being drafted by the Astros?ĭexture McCall (DM): “Being drafted by the Astros was honestly one of the best days of my life. McCall was able to take some time to answer some questions for me here. This season McCall made his full season debut and did not disappoint as he posted the following line:Ģ016 Stats: 108 G. In 2015, McCall played for the Tri-City Valle圜ats hitting. He played in 50 games following the draft and hit. A 31st round pick by the Astros in 2014, he has had success in the minors and continues to defy the odds.Īs stated above, McCall was 31st round pick in 2014 out of Hillsborough Community College. We have seen over the past few years that the Astros do a wonderful job finding steals late in the draft and guys that can contribute to the minor league system. ![]()
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