Journeyman outfielder Jody Gerut has retired after a 6-year big league career. He banged out 59 homers, knocked in 226 runs and leaves with a .262 average. His best year turned out to be his rookie season in Cleveland when he blasted 22 homers with 75 RBI's.
Only 33-years old, Gerut said he's fine physically but mentally it isn't there any more. He said he wouldn't "disrespect the game" that he loves and has provided so much for him by hanging on. I respect that.
When I think of Gerut though, one thing stands out. Our former radio producer, Don Pablo Apodaca once showed up to work wearing a Jody Gerut Indians jersey. Really Don?
Outside of the Gerut family and Don Pablo, I'm guessing not many people shelled out their hard earned cash for a Jody Gerut jersey.
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