Player Journal: Time to say goodbye

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Hello all. Spring Training is winding down, and it's time for releases and to finally find out as to where I will be going. Personally, as of this point, I have no idea.

A lot has changed in the past four or five days, and some very unfortunate incidents took place. Our big league center fielder, Jeremy Reed, broke his hand or wrist and that has affected a lot of players in the clubhouse and may cause shifts in the plans that they have set. But, all I can do is wish him the best and keep working on my game.

Over these last few days, I have seen very little action due to the arrival via trade of Joe Borchard. What a great guy he is, and I believe that he might start in Seattle come Opening Day. But, you never know.

This is the time of the year where you have to say goodbye for awhile to your friends, family, and if you have a girlfriend or a wife. It never gets easier, but I just try and spend more time around them because our departure is coming very fast.

The last week I have just been hanging out and having fun, relaxing as much as possible. I really don't do much, aside from playing Xbox 360 and watching movies. Thats what I really enjoy. Every once in a while I will check out a movie and go from there. But, away from the field, I just relax.

Here are a few questions sent from fans:

What type of pitch or location do you find most difficult to hit? -- Glenn G., Weston, CT

Well, for me, the toughest pitch for to handle is a good fastball or slider down and away. That is the farthest location from your eyes, and you can't pick up the ball that well down there. With me, I am a high-ball hitter because I am taller, so I try not to swing at those pitches unless I really have to.

Since the M's drafted you, I've been interested in what you've been up to and following you in the Minors. I wanted to quickly say thanks -- I had the chance to meet you during the split-squad game in Tucson on Mar 11. You signed a ball for me and a Mariners rubber duck for my wife. During the game you hit a triple, and for a moment I caught myself thinking about how you could make a career hitting those in Safeco. Best of luck to you this season, and I hope to be able to watch you play here in Tucson again when you come to town with Tacoma (hint to Bavasi). Take care. -- Tony Goldstrom, Tucson, Ariz.

No problem. I hope to be playing with the team in Tacoma. But, you never know what can happen in the next couple of days.