If I Knew Then What I Know Now

The joy of first-time big-league baseball experience is the fulfillment of countless childhood dreams, imagining glorified moments of grandeur. My first taste of "major-league fan adulation" made me feel good, and I wanted more, even for just another moment.The enthusiasm with which the sportscaster mentioned my name, along with details of my first game exploits, slowed only after his summation co...