OT: Bryce Harper, Class Act

[HOF Auto Rookies]

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?...9067-575557963

What a great story, still shows some players these days truly care. Awesome how Bryce asked him to sign a ball for him to keep in his locker. He truly is old-school and a class act for being just 20.

[cardsfan73]

What a great story! Harper has made a new fan out of me.

[auggiedoggy]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?...9067-575557963

What a great story, still shows some players these days truly care. Awesome how Bryce asked him to sign a ball for him to keep in his locker. He truly is old-school and a class act for being just 20.

+1

[tiger8mush]

puts a lump in your throat

[packs]

Wow. Really nice story. I like that nearly every story I read about Harper is a positive one. I did not expect him to be such a nice guy when he came up.

[whitehse]

I followed the stories of Harper from when he was a 16 year old until the time he was making his way to the majors and honestly, I didnt like him. I thought he was brash, cocky and someone who didn't respect the game. As time has gone by I think he has matured and is really starting to make a fan out of me. Lets hope he doesn't do something to screw it up but he is headed down the right road so far.

[CMIZ5290]

Originally Posted by whitehse

I followed the stories of Harper from when he was a 16 year old until the time he was making his way to the majors and honestly, I didnt like him. I thought he was brash, cocky and someone who didn't respect the game. As time has gone by I think he has matured and is really starting to make a fan out of me. Lets hope he doesn't do something to screw it up but he is headed down the right road so far.

+1....

[Kenny Cole]

Originally Posted by tiger8mush

puts a lump in your throat

+1

[the 'stache]

Bryce gets it. It sounds like his immense talent is only exceeded by the size of his heart. When I read that he took Gavin's autographed ball, and put it in his locker....I've gotta admit, I choked up a little. It was such a simple, but original and thoughtful gesture.

I bought this card about a year ago, and spent a ridiculous amount for a modern card. I figured he was a can't miss star in the making, so I thought it was a wise investment:



Now that I've seen him in the show, how he plays the game, and how he has his head and heart in the right place, I'm just proud to own it.

I became a Bryce Harper fan today. He just hit it out of the park. Thank you for sharing this, Brent!

[t213]

On the National Mall there are many adult softball games each spring and summer afternoon. On a couple of occasions, Bryce has stopped by the games hung out with the players and even took a few swings at bat.

Andy

[Eric72]

I completely agree that Harper showed quite a bit of class by doing this. Candidly, I got the same lump in my throat when reading that story...several times.

While not as nice as Bill's autographed issue, I have purchased one Bryce Harper card. I now get the distinct feeling it won't be my last.



Best Regards,

Eric

[deucetwins]

Excited to know that after the steroid era, we have this era to look forward to, admire, and draw inspiration from.

[Iron Horse]

Great story, and thanks for sharing. Great to see players that care about others & how they can brighten ones life.

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?...9067-575557963

What a great story, still shows some players these days truly care. Awesome how Bryce asked him to sign a ball for him to keep in his locker. He truly is old-school and a class act for being just 20.

Thanks, Brent - that was a great story.

[npa589]

Thank you for sharing, Brent. I wish all athletes used their platform in this way.

Gavin Rupp is the hero in this, and I love that Harper recognized that!

This year, I'll be rooting for the Nats. Gavin could throw out the first pitch in the World Series!