Originally Posted by
RedFanAlways1966
Good to see Cody Ross get some pub. However, before the banter starts (hasn't yet), let us remember that Cody Ross was fodder at the time he wore a REDS uniform. 25 yrs-old at the time and not in demand by any team. The kind of guy who is the last man on a 25-man roster and is expendable at anytime.
Unfortunately 5'8" (he is listed at 5'11", but I ain't buying) OFs are not given much chance. Not fair, but just how it is. Also was hitting a robust .211 for his short career (360 ABs) when the REDS obtained him. The REDS got him from the Dodgers for nothing (Ben Kozlowski). They gave him to Florida for nothing (small amount of $$). IIRC they gave him away to the Marlins to give him a chance to play (they did Cody a favor!).
Am I remembering right... didn't Cody Ross get injured in his 5th AB with the REDS while getting HBP during a swing of the bat for strike three? Did it break his pinkie finger?