Jamie Moyer Is So Old...

If you hadn't already heard, Jamie Moyer turned 50 on Sunday and, naturally, the internets were a buzz with some fun facts about the lefty. 

For example, should Moyer make an appearance in 2013, he'd join Satchel Paige and Jack Quinn as the only pitchers to ever appear in the bigs after their 50th birthday. And since Quinn's last appearance was just six days after he turned 50...Moyer trails only Paige in terms of the oldest pitchers ever.

Pretty cool.

So to celebrate the pitcher's 50th birthday, Lou Olsen (the cat behind the always awesome John Axford Mustache Facts over at Reviewing the Brew) uncovered some unknown facts about baseball's favorite octogenarian.

 

Jamie Moyer is so old that if he doesn't drink enough water, his muscles turn to jerky.

Jamie Moyer is so old that he didn't play The Oregon Trail, he was the inspiration.

Jamie Moyer is so old that his cemetery plot has been on layaway since the Great Depression.

Jamie Moyer is so old that he told Hamlet as a campfire story.

Jamie Moyer is so old that he still winds his clocks.

Jamie Moyer is so old that the plastic covering his furniture...has plastic on it. 

Jamie Moyer is so old that Honus Wagner called him "Pops"

Jamie Moyer is so old that he remembers when burning witches was America's pasttime.

Jamie Moyer is so old that he haunts ghosts, not the other way around.

Jamie Moyer is so old that when he signed his first contract, he sealed the envelope with candle wax and his family crest stamp.

Jamie Moyer is so old that the first film George Burns wanted to make was his biopic.

Jamie Moyer is so old that his first smart phone had a rotary dial. 

Jamie Moyer is so old that even the Yankees don't want him.

All kidding aside, the world is probably a better place for having a guy like Jamie Moyer around for as long as he has been.  His Moyer Foundation has been a pretty good friend of The Hall of Very Good for a few years so it's probably time to remind you that you can follow them on Twitter at @moyerfoundation.

Also, to learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Nolan Ryan Has No Business Doing Comedy

As Jamie Moyer turns 50 on Sunday, there are bound to be plenty of "dude is so old" posts out there on the internets.

So, with that in mind, I'm going to keep this one brief.

Moyer is so old he's the only active Major Leaguer who can tell you where he was when John F. Kennedy was assassinated. He's also so old that he's pitched in 50 different big league ballparks...and of the current parks, all but six were constructed after Moyer made his debut in 1986.

Lastly, he's so old that when his Colorado Rockies dropped the San Diego Padres last April 17, the lefty became the oldest player ever to record a big league victory.

And now, sitting just 31 wins from 300, Moyer has no plans to give up pitching.

"I'm not retired, I'm not retired. I'm just kind of laying in the weeds and just trying to figure out what's going on," Moyer said this past July after being released by the Baltimore Orioles. "I'm just going to step back after the season and assess what's going on."

Alright, I took you on this brief trip down memory lane solely to get to this.

Two weeks ago, the ageless pitcher was treated to a surprise celebratory "Roast and Toast" during the Moyer Foundation's annual Celebrity Golf Outing. Among the birthday well wishers...former teammates John Olerud, Edgar Martinez, Jim Sundberg and, believe it or not, Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan.

But if this clip is any indication, Ryan needs to stick to being a bitter old Texan...and lose the comedy routine.

Mile High Moyer?

Stop the presses, gang...the mystery of where/when Jamie Moyer might resurface is coming to a close.

According to the Denver Post, the Colorado Rockies are "closing in" on signing the 49-year-old lefty to a Minor League deal.

And, apparently, they are expecting for him to actually compete for a spot in the rotation and help mentor the team's younger pitchers.

Riddle me this...how exactly would the guy who has given up more home runs than anyone else in the history of the game, be able to help pitchers in the homer-friendly Coors Field?

I have no clue.  But, to dude's credit, he's only given up five dingers in Denver.

Moyer last played in the bigs in 2010, going 9-9 with a 4.84 ERA in 19 starts for Philadelphia.  For his career, he has compiled 267 wins...good for ninth all-time among left-handers.

Thirteen months ago, he had Tommy John ligament replacement surgery.  And in case you were wondering...the only other instance of a pitcher north of 40 coming back after Tommy John surgery was John Franco.

The closer was 42 when he returned from the procedure and went on to pitch three more seasons, putting together a 2-11 record and a 4.63 ERA in 95 inning.

Oh, here's a Jamie Moyer fun fact for you that I stumbled upon the other day.  At the plate, the pitcher has two career sacrifice flies.  One in 1987...the other in 2009.

In that time, future Hall of Famer Craig Biggio played his entire 20-year career.

Jamie Moyer to Rehab in Clearwater

In less than 15 months, Jamie Moyer is eligible to join AARP.

And, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki...he is also giving baseball one more shot.

He is going to be continuing his rehab from Tommy John surgery at the Phillies’ Bright House Field in Clearwater, Fla. The Phillies have not signed Moyer to a contract, so he remains a free agent, but he asked the Phillies if he could use their facilities.

“We’re providing him our space in Clearwater and our expertise,” Ruben Amaro Jr. said.

The 48-year-old Moyer went 9-9 with a 4.84 ERA in 19 starts last season for Philadelphia.  For his career, he has compiled 267 wins...good for ninth all-time among left-handers.

This past December, he had Tommy John ligament replacement surgery.

In case you were wondering...the only other instance of a pitcher north of 40 coming back after Tommy John surgery was John Franco.  Dude was 42 when he returned from the procedure. He pitched three more seasons, putting together a 2-11 record and a 4.63 ERA in 95 inning.

Oh, and in case you were wondering...the asking price on Moyer's house in Seattle that, last year, had been slashed to $7.8 million is still for sale.

And I've got 6.75 million reasons why you should own it! 

Jamie Moyer to Start Throwing May 1

I'm not going to pretend to know how long it takes to come back from Tommy John surgery since I've not really read that much on the subject.

That said, I'm pretty sure that 48-year-old Jamie Moyer shouldn't be preparing to throw a ball around the yard.

Yet that's exactly what the pitcher says he is planning on doing:

Hope everyone is enjoying their spring. The baseball season has begun - for some it’s been exciting & others it's been a let down so far. Everyone should keep their hopes up, it's a long season. The ESPN gig has been exciting for me. A lot to learn in a new profession. Rehab is going well & I anticipate starting to throw May 1st. FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now, I'm a gigantic fan of Moyer's and I hope that he comes back and pitches into his fifties...I just hope his desire to return doesn't ruin his chances.

If you recall, Moyer had Tommy John surgery back in December after injuring his elbow pitching in the Dominican Winter League.

Moyer Monday: April 4

Last Thursday was the first Opening Day since Opening Day 1985 that Jamie Moyer wasn't on a professional roster somewhere.  And the number one song back in April 1985..."We Are The World". 

So while you quietly hum that to yourself...here comes this month's "Moyer Monday.

Question: When you can get away from your busy schedules, what do you and Karen like to do for fun?

Moyer: Hanging out at the beach in Florida is very relaxing. We always enjoy hanging out with our kids too.

Question: I used to be a Mariners Ballgirl/Fielder and loved listening to Dave Niehaus broadcast the games while hanging out with the kids.  Do you have a favorite Niehaus call?

Moyer: My favorite Niehuas call would have to be “get out the rye bread and the mustard, Grandma because it’s grand salami time!”

Question: What Spring Training facility is your favorite?

Moyer: Each location has its perks, but overall I prefer Phoenix facilities over Florida.

Question: We loved seeing you on Baseball Tonight this week! What’s your favorite part about being an MLB analyst so far?

Moyer: It’s still very early in this experience for me, but I certainly respect and appreciate all the effort that goes into producing the show.  People are very passionate about baseball and passionate about their jobs.

Question: Will we be seeing you at any Phils home games?

Moyer: Yes, I really enjoy Citizens Bank Park and love seeing the passion of the Phillies fans.

Question: Which Phillies starter do you think will post the best numbers by the All-Star break?

Moyer: There are a lot of factors that play into winning baseball games, but it would be really cool to see five guys have ten wins at the All-Star break.  (That) would probably make baseball history!

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Moyer Monday: February 14

For the first time since the middle of the Reagan administration...pitcher Jamie Moyer has Valentine's Day dinner plans that don't involve working out with teammates.

While most pitchers reported to Spring Training today...Moyer answered your questions.  Here is this month's "Moyer Monday.

Question:  Do you have any plans for Valentine’s Day?

Moyer:  A nice family dinner will be in store for Valentine's Day.

Question:  What do you think of the 2011 Phillies rotation?

Moyer:  The Phillies rotation will be very exciting to follow throughout the year. A very talented group of pitchers. Wish I was there to witness in person.

Question:  What are your favorite restaurants in Seattle and Philadelphia?

Moyer:  There are many great restaurants in both cities. Barolo in Seattle is great. Morimoto in Philly has great sushi.

Question:  What was your first car? What has been your favorite car to own?

Moyer:  My first car was a Pinto station wagon. Currently my favorite cars I’ve owned are my Escalade pick-up and Range Rover Sport.

Question:  What is your best clubhouse memory of the Mariner's historic 2001 season?

Moyer:  My favorite memory with the Mariner’s team from 2001 was the clubhouse unity by all involved.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Wanna Buy Deion Sanders' House(s)?

If you've ever wondered what 641 big league games, a lifetime .273 batting average and, oh yeah, a Hall of Fame football career gets you...keep reading.

If you're tired of hearing about the excess of professional athletes...you might want to bolt now.

As it is, Deion Sanders has put not one, but TWO of his houses up for sale according to a number of different websites.  The first, is a $21 million palace outside of Dallas and the second is a downtown penthouse going for a more "modest" $7.5 million.

According to Business Insider:

The $21 million mansion is located in the aptly named Prosper, Texas, and has 29,122 square feet. The "Ultimate Party and Family Ranch" has a banquet dining room, a game room, an indoor basketball court, a bowling alley, a movie theater, a football field, a 12-acre lake, a tennis court, a guest house, indoor and outdoor pools, and a 10-car garage.

You can see some pictures and read more about the "Ultimate Party and Family Ranch" (which, I've gotta add has an awesome home theatre set up AND palm trees indoors) HERE.

Thanksfully, Business Insider also had some information on the downtown Dallas penthouse.

The $7.5 million penthouse has 5,025 square feet across two stories with a private elevator to the roof terrace, a private pool, a bar area, an outdoor fireplace, and window views of the Dallas skyline from around the penthouse.

Now, let's say you're not into spending two-thirds of the Pittsburgh Pirates payroll on a house...Jamie Moyer's crib is still up for grabs.

And he's recently shaved another million off the asking price.

It's no "Ultimate Party and Family Ranch", but 1933 Tudor style home has plenty of modern details including "a plush wood-paneled home theater/game room and an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven". 

But enough about that...if you really want to read about Moyer's pad in Seattle...you'll read all about it HERE.

Outdoor pizza ovens, palm trees...I gotta get me a new house! 

Moyer Monday: January 10

Once again, in conjunction with the great Moyer Foundation...The Hall is pleased to present this month's "Moyer Monday".

Question:  What player(s) do you recall as being a challenge to retire? Are there hitters you are most proud of having gotten out?

Moyer:  The players that have good comprehension of the strike zone are always the toughest hitters to get out. Any Major League hitter I am proud to have gotten out!

Question:  I’ve heard that one of your hobbies is collecting wine. What is your favorite kind of wine and/or winery?

Moyer:  My favorite type of wines are bordeaux, super tuscans, piedmonts, barolos, cabernet and merlot.

Question:  When you were younger, did you ever consider playing a different position in baseball? If so, what position other than pitcher do you think would best suit you?

Moyer:  Being left-handed limits the positions you can play so pitcher has become my favorite.

Question:  Do you have any New Year’s Resolutions? What are you most looking forward to in 2011?

Moyer:  Getting through another rehab while enjoying my family. Also becoming more involved with The Moyer Foundation.

Question:  What do you think of the most recent Baseball Hall of Fame inductees?

Moyer:  I think all of this year's inductees are worthy of the honor including Pat Gillick. They have all greatly contributed to the game of baseball.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Jamie Moyer Plans on Playing in 2012

A year from now, the discussion surrounding Jamie Moyer looks to be where he'll play again rather than "if".

You see, if you listen to the 48-year-old lefty...he's expecting to make it back from recent Tommy John surgery that will keep him out the entire upcoming season.

"It may be difficult to find a job at the age of 49.  Then again, it may not be," Moyer said in a recent interview with The Seattle Times. "I know where I stand: I'll probably get a spring-training invitation (rather than a guaranteed roster spot), and rightly so. I don't have a problem with that. Throughout my career, I've always had to earn the situation I've been in. I don't expect anyone to give me anything. It's never been that way, so why now?"

It's not uncommon for a pitcher to return and have success following Tommy John surgery.  But no one has ever attempted a comeback at Moyer's age.  And if/when he does make a comeback at age 49...he'll be only one of four pitchers (Satchell Paige, Jack Quinn and Hoyt Wilhelm were the others) to take the mound that close to the half century mark.

You'll remember that Moyer originally hurt his elbow this summer after leaving a game in July with elbow pain. A couple days later, it was determined that the lefty had both a sprained ulnar collateral ligament and a strained flexor pronator tendon in his throwing elbow.

Back in November, while Moyer was attempting a comeback in the Dominican Winter League, he re-injured the same elbow.

Moyer went 9-9 with a 4.84 ERA in 19 starts this past season.  For his career, he has compiled 267 wins...good for ninth all-time among left-handers.

Moyer Monday: December 6

Last week, Jamie Moyer underwent Tommy John surgery for his injured left wing.  This week, he's back answering your questions..and looking to return.

Question:  How are you feeling after your surgery last week?

Moyer:  I’m feeling good. I will be getting my stitches out on Thursday and will be fitted into a new brace until January 5th.

Question:  What is the thing you like most about Camp Erin?

Moyer:  The thing I like most about Camp Erin is that it is a safe place kids come to learn that it is okay to grieve. They also are surrounded by others who are going through the same thing and they learn that they can empower each other by supporting each other.

Question:  Does your family have any special holiday traditions that you'd like to share?

Moyer:  One tradition we have as a family is to take our kids to visit Santa and sit on his lap.

Question:  What historical/sports figures have inspired you over the course of your life?

Moyer:  As a young boy, I liked Roger Staubach, Steve Carlton, and Dr. J.

Question:  What was the hardest pitch for you to learn?

Moyer:  My change-up was the hardest pitch for me to learn, but they all take time to develop.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Jamie Moyer's House is Back on the Market

And in other Jamie Moyer news (you can read about pending Tommy John surgery HERE), it appears that if you've got $7.8 million sitting around...you can buy his old house in Seattle.

But, according to real estate website Curbed.com...that's a cool million LESS than what you would have paid when it hit the market last year.

Read this:

Things aren't so bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer, who has just re-injured his left elbow and whose Seattle home has been relisted at $7.8M, down from its initial Feb. 2009 ask of $8.9M. The 7,100-square-foot Tudor of the ex-Seattle Mariner, in a section of town genteelly named Magnolia, features deluxe details such as French marble flooring, vaulted ceilings, a wood-paneled dining room, an in-home theater, and an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven. Just the granddaddy grandeur one would expect from someone who's played 24 seasons in the big leagues.

And, naturally, here's some history on the 80 year-old house courtesy of the Magnolia Voice. 

The 1933 Tudor home is 7,100 square feet with marble floors, a spacious family room, home theatre, outside entertainment patio, big screen TV, pizza oven, an outdoor kitchen and pool.  There are seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms and a 4 car garage. The two story house also has three fireplaces, a 1,500 bottle wine cellar and an athletic court.  The Moyers originally purchased the home $2.8 million.

It's a pretty nice place if you can grab it I suppose.  That said, my house has been on and off the market for the last two years.  Sure, it's only a fraction (and a small one at that) of what the Moyers are asking...but still...I feel their pain.

And if you want to see more on the house (theirs not mine), head on over to Zillow.com, check out the listing and peep one of the 27 pictures of the joint! 

Jamie Moyer to Have Tommy John Surgery

Buried among the Derek Jeter and the Yankees "will they" or "won't they" headlines is the news that fellow free agent Jamie Moyer is going under the knife Wednesday to repair his injured left elbow.

This...according to a post on The Moyer Foundation's Facebook page Monday night:

It's official - Jamie is having surgery Wednesday and we are cautiously optimistic superman will make a comeback! – Karen and Jamie

But here's the kicker, the 48-year-old is having Tommy John surgery and will, in all likelihood, be looking at sitting out the entire 2011 season.  Meaning...he'll be 49 when he suits up (assuming he finds a team) for Spring Training 2012!

And if/when he does make a comeback at age 49...he'll be only one of four pitchers (Satchell Paige, Jack Quinn and Hoyt Wilhelm were the others) to take the mound that close to the half century mark.

You'll remember that Moyer originally hurt his elbow this summer after leaving a game in July with elbow pain.  A couple days later, it was determined that the lefty had both a sprained ulnar collateral ligament and a strained flexor pronator tendon in his throwing elbow.

Earlier this month, while Moyer was attempting a comeback in the Dominican Winter League, he re-injured the same elbow.

Moyer went 9-9 with a 4.84 ERA in 19 starts this past season and it was unlikely that his former team, the Philadelphia Phillies were going to re-sign him.  For his career, he has compiled 267 wins...good for ninth all-time among left-handers.

Oh, in case you were wondering...the only other instance of a pitcher north of 40 coming back after Tommy John surgery was John Franco. 

The reliever was 42 when he returned from the procedure.  He pitched three more seasons, putting together a 2-11 record and a 4.63 ERA in 95 inning.

Moyer Monday: November 8

Last week was wicked crazy, so all apologies go out to The Moyer Foundation for not getting this up and on the site in a timely fashion.

But, hey, it's Monday (again) so, naturally, it time for the monthy Q&A with Jamie Moyer!

Unfortunately, given the news from this past weekend...this might be the last Moyer Monday with Jamie as a professional ballplayer. Keep in mind that these questions were asked BEFORE Moyer suffered what looks to be a career ending elbow injury.

Question: Are you enjoying Winter Ball in the Dominican Republic?

Moyer: It’s an enlightening experience. Caribbean baseball is very entertaining and fun. The Dominican people are very happy, it’s unbelievable. I’m pitching tomorrow. So far so good!

Question: I am a teacher in Philly with summers available. How can I help with camp?

Moyer: There are lots of ways to help with Camp Erin other than volunteering for camp weekend. Host a teddy bear drive, do a fundraiser, or volunteer with the local Camp Erin group to help with year round support. Visit the foundation’s website to find a camp close to you.

Question: Have you thought about what you might like to do after baseball? Does being on TV or radio interest you?

Moyer: I’m going to keep all doors open and will see what opportunities arise.

Question: It’s obvious you enjoy playing the great game of baseball. Are there any goals you have yet to achieve for yourself?

Moyer: I enjoy playing! I’m living a dream that I’ve always had and that’s to play baseball. As we speak, I’m devoted to doing so.

Question: As a fellow Souderton Area High School grad, what is your most vivid memory of your high school years?

Moyer: My fondest high school memories were the Friday night football games and the great friends I hung out with.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Jamie Moyer Might Be Done

Less than two weeks shy of his 48th birthday...pitcher Jamie Moyer looks to be done after injuring his elbow while pitching winter ball in the Dominican.

This according to CBSSports.com:

Moises Alou, general manager for Escogido, Moyer's Dominican team, told reporter Dionisio Soldevila that Moyer "probably won't pitch again in his career" after re-injuring his elbow. If that's true, it's a sad end to a great career.

Moyer started 19 games for the Philadelphia Phillies this past season, but didn't pitch after July 20 due to elbow problems. The lefty was rehabbing this winter in hopes of landing a job somewhere next year for his 24th Major League season.

For his career, Moyer has a 267-204 record (good for a .567 winning percentage), a 4.24 ERA and 2405 strikeouts.  This past June, he surpassed Hall of Famer Robin Roberts on the all-time list when he gave up his 506th home run.

The Season That Was...June

With three no-hitters (two of them perfect games!) already in the books...what could June possibly bring? Another no-hitter perhaps?

Perhaps a near perfect game?!? Nooo...that would NEVER happen!

Well...on June 2 it did!

One out away from what would be the third perfect game of the season, Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga suffered the greatest on field travesty since Monica Seles got stabbed by that crazed German when umpire Jim Joyce blew what would have been the 27th out of the game.

What followed was mayhem and, well, to be honest...Galarraga got the next out and ended the game with a one-hitter. But, you would have thought Joyce killed a guy...or stabbed a tennis player in the back.

Three weeks later, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Edwin Jackson no-hit the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Season That Was...May

With an exciting start to the baseball season in the rearview mirror...May brought just as much electricity as April. And I'm not just saying that because some dude I know put out a book.

One of The Hall's favorite players, Jamie Moyer, became the oldest pitcher in Major League history to throw a complete game shutout on May 7. Baseball's elder statesman was 47 years, 170 days when he beat the Atlanta Braves at (Senior) Citizens Bank Park.

See what I did there?

With the win, he also became the first pitcher to pitch complete game shutouts in four different decades.

On Mothers Day, with his grandmother in the stands, Oakland's Dallas Braden threw the season's first perfect game. Earlier in the season, the Michael Rappaport lookalike became an ESPN staple when he shouted down Alex Rodriguez for crossing his mound.

Moyer Monday: October 4

When the Philadelphia Phillies open up the Playoffs Wednesday night against the Cincinatti Reds...something will be missing.

And that something is (again) veteran lefty Jamie Moyer.

Last year, it was surgery on three torn groin muscles. This year, the 47 year-old is still nursing an elbow injury. Thankfully, he's still able to answer questions.

Thanks to my partnership with the good folks over at The Moyer Foundation, I present to you this month's "Moyer Monday".

Question: What would you say was your favorite moment playing ball? In particular, your favorite Phillies moment?

Moyer: Winning the World Series in 2008, and the celebration and parade that followed.

Question: What words of wisdom do you have for a young high school pitcher?

Moyer: Get in good shape, learn mechanics, throw strikes and have fun!

Question: Jamie, how do you find time for your family with all that travel over the long season?

Moyer: It’s difficult, but we try to make the best of the time that we have. On occasion, my family travels to the cities that I’m playing in. This past summer they spent most of the summer with me in Philly, but it’s never easy.

Question: You're an inspiration to everyone in Philly. What inspires you? What keeps you motivated to go to the ballpark every day?

Moyer: From the baseball side, the competition that being an older player brings. Being able to compete with younger players...the competition is important to me. Also, giving back and trying to help people inspires me. It is very inspiring to help people (especially children) in less fortunate situations and leading by example.

Question: If the umpire has a small strikezone, how do you overcome the challenge and get batters out efficiently?

Moyer: I try to rely on my ability to present pitches that are strikes, force the hitter to swing the bat, and exclude the umpire from the equation.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Moyer Monday: September 6, 2010

Coming off of the Labor Day holiday last season, the Philadelphia Phillies were up six games in the National League East and ended up coasting all the way to the World Series.

This year, they're battling Atlanta in the East and if that wasn't enough...they have to do their best to stave off the San Francisco Giants for the Wild Card.

While the Phillies would surely take all the help they could get, one member of that National League Championship team who, unfortunately, won't be able to help down the stretch this year is crafty veteran Jamie Moyer.

Thanks to my partnership with the good folks over at The Moyer Foundation, I present to you this month's "Moyer Monday".

Question: Is there a reason you chose to wear Number 50?

Moyer: No...that was just the number I was given at the start.

Question: What advice did you give to your son Dillon, who is starting college ball this year?

Moyer: First...realize that you have a great opportunity ahead, education-wise, and make the best of it. Second...this is a great opportunity for you to grow as a baseball player, to hone your skills and fine tune them. Also, enjoy playing college baseball on the west coast.

Question: Did sports technology help you with your Major League longevity?

Moyer: Video has the ability to help depending on how you use it. It can be a very beneficiary tool if used appropriately.

Question: I heard you are a big wine expert. What is one of your favorite wines or winemakers?

Moyer: I wouldn’t say I am an expert, but I enjoy dabbling and sharing. One of my favorites is Lafite Rothschild one of the five great French wine producers of the world.

Question: What is the status of your injury?

Moyer: As of today, I’ve thrown/played catch for the third time in the last five days. I feel pretty good. It’s going to be a process, but each day has been a positive move for me. My goal is to be healthy by end of the season.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.

Moyer Monday: August 2, 2010

We're hours away from the first Tuesday of the month, so it must be time for "Moyer Monday".

Wait...what?!?

Thanks to my partnership with the good folks over at The Moyer Foundation, I present to you this week's "Moyer Monday". It's a few hours later than I wanted it to be, but here we go!

Question: Jamie, how has the atmosphere in the clubhouse changed in light of this recent win streak and now the addition of Roy Oswalt?

Moyer: Everything is upbeat...has been all along. We’ve been playing better and on the right path. Oswalt is going to be a big help and everyone is excited for him to be aboard.

Question: What are some of your favorite keepsakes, baseball-related or not?

Moyer: Pitching rubber from World Series, ball from major wins like 1st, 50th, 100th, 150th, 200th and 250th. I also keep a uniform from every year that I pitch.

Question: Would you ever want to be a pitching coach?

Moyer: All doors are open for my future. I plan to continue to play, and as far as coaching...haven’t crossed that path yet.

Question: Are any of your children interested in following in your footsteps and becoming professional athletes?

Moyer: All of the children enjoy playing sports and are involved in playing sports...from our youngest, who are just having fun, to our oldest son Dillon who was drafted this year as a shortstop to the Twins. While he plans to pursue education right now and play at the college level for UC-Irvine this fall, playing professionally is a goal.

Question: Jamie, if you weren't a pitcher what would you be?

Moyer: Working outside. Maybe a career in landscaping.

Remember, you can follow The Moyer Foundation on Twitter at @moyerfoundation. To learn more about the foundation or make a donation to support one of their programs, please visit them online at The Moyer Foundation.