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gskweres9 · 04-26-2019, 04:48 PM

Travis' first thought was to see if the Sugar Land Skeeters needed an outfielder. The Skeeters played in a suburb of Houston and had better facilities than a lot of minor league teams. They played in the Atlantic League, the premiere independent league in the country. A quick look at their roster indicated that they needed an outfielder, but the last place Skeeters had little interest in spending money on a new player, and were content with controlling costs and riding out the season. "Maybe next year," they said.

Next, he thought the Cleburne Railroaders of the American Association could be an option. Another Texas team in an independent league, he thought they could be a good fit. The Railroaders famously employed Rafael Palmeiro in 2018. He placed a call to the team, but they said they didn't need outfielders, and their season was almost complete.

The Texas Airhogs in the same league? Same story. "We don't need outfielders at this time," they said.

Man, this sucks, he thought.

A week rolled by, and he didn't even have any encouraging news. He got his college degree, but he wasn't prepared to use it. Suddenly, he got a call from his agent.

"Travis. I've got some news for you. I want you to keep an open mind," he said

"Hit me with it," Travis replied.

"The Sydney Blue Sox of the Australian League have offered you a contract. Now, they said you likely won't start, but if you earn yourself some playing time and do well, you could get a job in the states for next season. I think it's the best opportunity you're going to get," he said.

"Wow. Australia, huh? Believe it or not, it's actually something I've thought of before. I never thought it would be reality though," Travis said.

"Where in Australia," his father piped in, eavesdropping from the next room over.

Travis waved him away and shushed him, and his dad replied with a choice finger and a smile before returning to the living room.

His agent had been talking, but Travis hadn't heard a word he said.

"Can I get a few days to think about it?"

"Of course," his agent said. "But don't wait too long. Like I said, this is a good opportunity."

04-26-2019, 04:48 PM	#20
gskweres9 Major Leagues Join Date: May 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 439	Travis' first thought was to see if the Sugar Land Skeeters needed an outfielder. The Skeeters played in a suburb of Houston and had better facilities than a lot of minor league teams. They played in the Atlantic League, the premiere independent league in the country. A quick look at their roster indicated that they needed an outfielder, but the last place Skeeters had little interest in spending money on a new player, and were content with controlling costs and riding out the season. "Maybe next year," they said. Next, he thought the Cleburne Railroaders of the American Association could be an option. Another Texas team in an independent league, he thought they could be a good fit. The Railroaders famously employed Rafael Palmeiro in 2018. He placed a call to the team, but they said they didn't need outfielders, and their season was almost complete. The Texas Airhogs in the same league? Same story. "We don't need outfielders at this time," they said. Man, this sucks, he thought. A week rolled by, and he didn't even have any encouraging news. He got his college degree, but he wasn't prepared to use it. Suddenly, he got a call from his agent. "Travis. I've got some news for you. I want you to keep an open mind," he said "Hit me with it," Travis replied. "The Sydney Blue Sox of the Australian League have offered you a contract. Now, they said you likely won't start, but if you earn yourself some playing time and do well, you could get a job in the states for next season. I think it's the best opportunity you're going to get," he said. "Wow. Australia, huh? Believe it or not, it's actually something I've thought of before. I never thought it would be reality though," Travis said. "Where in Australia," his father piped in, eavesdropping from the next room over. Travis waved him away and shushed him, and his dad replied with a choice finger and a smile before returning to the living room. His agent had been talking, but Travis hadn't heard a word he said. "Can I get a few days to think about it?" "Of course," his agent said. "But don't wait too long. Like I said, this is a good opportunity."