Jul 15 2008
Josh Hamilton Loses Home Run Derby, But Wins Hearts
Josh Hamilton put on a home run clinic in the Home Run Derby Monday night, but came up short in the finals as Justin Morneau was able to get the win over Hamilton. Most people though will remember the titanic blasts off of Hamilton’s bat more than anything. He hit 28 home runs in one round to set a record.
Hamilton has battled many off the field issues and this year he has been able to get everything together and the public finally got to see what a talent this guy really is. A few years ago he was considered a can’t miss prospect and last night he showed people why.
Josh Hamilton maynot have won the Home Run Derby, but he got a lot more he gained respect and many new fans throughout the world. For Hamilton that means more than any trophy he could ever hold up.
