I had a chance to ask Cleveland relief pitcher Chris Perez (the former Cardinals, with whom I met and spoke with him a few times). Perez was dealt to the Indians before the trade deadline with Jess Todd for Mark DeRosa.
TGC: What’s the key to being successful in baseball?
CP: Working hard and never giving up.
TGC: What was your MLB debut like?
CP: It was a whirlwind and the best day of my life.
TGC: Who is/was your best teammate?
CP: Bryan Anderson (current Cardinal catching prospect)
TGC: What are your thoughts on giving autographs?
CP: I love giving them.
TGC: Who’s the toughest hitter you’ve faced?
CP: Chase Headley.
