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illeracula · 01-23-2016, 12:30 PM

Francisco Reyes Leaving Baseball: In the world of baseball, Francisco Reyes of the Chadds Ford Cannons said he feels "over the hill."

So at age 40, the designated hitter has announced that he will call it a career at year's end.

"There's always someone younger coming up behind you and in my case there aren't really any people older, so it's time to get out," he said.

In his career Reyes has hit .288 with 2577 hits, 392 doubles, 12 triples and 639 home runs. His totals also include 1835 RBIs and 1494 runs scored.

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Francisco Reyes is a rare breed, a power hitter that hit for average on most years, and could play defense. He was always a joy to watch and he will be missed as he announces his retirement. It is interesting to see these "starts" who started this league in 2013 start to fade away, but for every star that leaves another one pops up...

Reyes was one of those guys I always wanted on my team and for 1 1/2 seasons in Norfolk I had him. He never disappointed which is one of the reasons I brought him to Chadds Ford this season. He isn't nearly the player he once was, but I figured these young guys could benefit from the old wise man...

A sure fire Hall-of-Famer, Reyes will retire as the career leader in Games, At-Bats, HR's, and RBI's, as well as the single season record for total bases (444). He will also walk away with 1 Glove Wizard Award, 10 All-Star Selections, 2 Silver Sluggers and 1 Championship (2019 Cavaliers).

Here is a truly distinguished player and one a type of player that the DBL may never see again.

01-23-2016, 12:30 PM	#1459
illeracula Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Delaware Posts: 3,931	Francisco Reyes Leaving Baseball Francisco Reyes Leaving Baseball: In the world of baseball, Francisco Reyes of the Chadds Ford Cannons said he feels "over the hill." So at age 40, the designated hitter has announced that he will call it a career at year's end. "There's always someone younger coming up behind you and in my case there aren't really any people older, so it's time to get out," he said. In his career Reyes has hit .288 with 2577 hits, 392 doubles, 12 triples and 639 home runs. His totals also include 1835 RBIs and 1494 runs scored. --- Francisco Reyes is a rare breed, a power hitter that hit for average on most years, and could play defense. He was always a joy to watch and he will be missed as he announces his retirement. It is interesting to see these "starts" who started this league in 2013 start to fade away, but for every star that leaves another one pops up... Reyes was one of those guys I always wanted on my team and for 1 1/2 seasons in Norfolk I had him. He never disappointed which is one of the reasons I brought him to Chadds Ford this season. He isn't nearly the player he once was, but I figured these young guys could benefit from the old wise man... A sure fire Hall-of-Famer, Reyes will retire as the career leader in Games, At-Bats, HR's, and RBI's, as well as the single season record for total bases (444). He will also walk away with 1 Glove Wizard Award, 10 All-Star Selections, 2 Silver Sluggers and 1 Championship (2019 Cavaliers). Here is a truly distinguished player and one a type of player that the DBL may never see again. Attached Images __________________ --- Check out my OOTP dynasty, the DelMarVa Baseball League: DelMarVa Baseball League. and the spin off: DelMarVa Baseball League - 2037 WBC Tournament - Won by Team USA - New England. DelMarVa Baseball League - 2039 WBC Tournament - Won by Team USA - New England..