Eric Crozier Update

Recently I had an opportunity to go see Eric play for the Bowie Baysox. It was a great opportunity to see him play and I was able to get a chance to talk to him both before and after the game.

He is an everyday first baseman for the Baysox wearing number 33 and batting 3rd in their order. In 16 games with the Baysox, Eric is hitting a .288 average with 11 runs scored on 15 hits. He has walked 9 times while striking out 15. He has 8 extra base hits spread between 4 doubles, 1 triple and 3 home runs. Two of his home runs were hit within his first two games playing with the team. He has one stolen base so far. His OBP is .393 while slugging .577 for an OPS of .970.

I was able to see him on July 3rd in the last game in a series against their division leading team Akron Areos. He was 0-2 on the day with a walk. However that is misleading as he laid down a beautiful sacrifice bunt to advance the runner into scoring position. It was the winning run. Eric told me after the game that it was his first bunt so far with the club. He appeared very comfortable with the team even getting some air time after the game with the third baseman.

While I miss the opportunity to see Eric everyday, getting to see him play for affiliated ball was quite an honor. We have a unique opportunity here with the Blue Crabs, as do all fans of the Atlantic League. These players have either played in the majors, with an affiliated minor league teams or are on their way there, and the managers all have time in the show. Our opportunity is unique because we are given the chance to get to know these players on a more personal level then just fan and player. These guys are good guys and are always willing to talk to us fans after the games, and I know of no one better at this than Eric.

This opportunity to get back to affiliated ball could not have happened to a nicer guy, nor a more deserving player. I will continue to wish Eric the best of luck in all that he does. Below are some shots of Eric from the game.



Eric getting some "air" after the win.


Running after a foul ball. It dropped in the stands right by where I was sitting.


Eric unhappy with a fly out.


Still has one of the smoothest swings I've ever seen.


Running the bases after getting on with a walk.

Eric warming up before the game.