I look at myself in the mirror and it's just sad for this to be happening. It's nice to see the guys, but it's kind of sad not to be able to do anything. It shows how much of my life is baseball. He has been buoyed by the outpouring of support from fans everywhere, as well as players. He has heard directly from Detroit Tigers pitcher Willie Blair , who was struck in the face by a line drive several years ago, and Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sean Casey , who was hit in the eye in 1998 and recovered.
Baseball is kind of like a fraternity.
I don't know how much. It's too early to tell. Returning to the mound remains his goal. But I've also looked in the mirror and told myself I might not make it back. If my prayers are answered, I'll be back out there.