NickSolak’s been promoted from Indianapolis. Not announced yet, but he’s here.
He just got emotional upon being interviewed. Began crying when asked what it means to get this shot at age 30 as he didn't play in Major League Baseball last year and made two appearances in 2023. Said it’ll be “the first time my daughter gets to see me in the big leagues.” His last extended stint in the majors came in 2022 with 35 games for the Rangers.
At Indy, he was slashing .393/.452/.625 with six home runs and 19 RBIs. His 1.077 OPS ranked third in the International League.
I asked if players in his category can go forgotten.
"I don't know," Solak replied. "Out of my control. I just showed up every day and did my job."
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8:11 pm - 05.16.2025PhiladelphiaSolak promoted from Indy
Nick Solak’s been promoted from Indianapolis. Not announced yet, but he’s here.
He just got emotional upon being interviewed. Began crying when asked what it means to get this shot at age 30 as he didn't play in Major League Baseball last year and made two appearances in 2023. Said it’ll be “the first time my daughter gets to see me in the big leagues.” His last extended stint in the majors came in 2022 with 35 games for the Rangers.
At Indy, he was slashing .393/.452/.625 with six home runs and 19 RBIs. His 1.077 OPS ranked third in the International League.
I asked if players in his category can go forgotten.
"I don't know," Solak replied. "Out of my control. I just showed up every day and did my job."
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