⚾ Hiatus Diaries: Randy Dobnak going viral was certainly unexpected
With a global pandemic suspending sporting events worldwide, athletes suddenly have tons of time on their hands. In the latest installment of our weekly MLB series, we look at how they've been keeping themselves entertained - and in shape - while self-isolating.
Randy Dobnak, Twitter sensation
Minnesota Twins right-hander took a mean-spirited joke at his expense, and had some fun with it.
Honestly I would probably push it but idk that’s just me https://t.co/nLSK0hmskC
— Randy Dobnak (@Dobnak_) March 25, 2020
However, the best part was absolutely the snapshot of his "workout routine."
How @Dobnak_ spends his time being “quarantined”, aside from his daily workouts. pic.twitter.com/dhpROckrhE
— Aerial Dobnak (@Biddies14) March 25, 2020
Who wouldn't want to be Dobnak? He's truly living his best life.
E-Jax is flipping out
Journeyman right-hander Edwin Jackson and his kids are enjoying time in the pool. Backflips for everyone!
Players show their kids who's boss
Opening Day without baseball felt sacrilegious for obvious reasons, but some pro players weren't going to let that stand. Sonny Gray, Trevor Williams, and Freddie Freeman all went one-on-one with their young kids. It went about how you'd expect.
Little Gunnar Gray is not happy when @SonnyGray2 takes him deep. 🤣#RedsCountry | #OpeningDayAtHome pic.twitter.com/UdENn6ZTYR
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) March 26, 2020
#MLBOpeningDay at home. I’m on pace for 27 punch outs. pic.twitter.com/0UJOy94m8m
— Trevor Williams (@MeLlamoTrevor) March 26, 2020
@mlb The most wholesome moment when we need it most. 🥺🥰 (via chelseafree5/Twitter) ##lifeathome ##smallgestures ##baseball ##fyp ##baseballlife ##softballlife
♬ death bed (coffee for your head) - Powfu feat. beabadoobee
Talk about confidence boosters!
Amir Garrett reigns supreme at MLB The Show 20
The Reds' southpaw recently took issue with his "66" overall rating in this year's edition of the popular video game. He got his revenge by defeating Rays lefty Blake Snell in a four-man tournament that also featured Hunter Pence and Trevor May.
Amir Garrett wins the first MLB The Show Player Tournament! https://t.co/gQt0ccNdYm
— MLB The Show (@MLBTheShow) March 28, 2020
Thank you @MLBTheShow for hosting this event. In a time where everything that’s broadcasted is either heart wrenching or more bad news you gave not only me but, the fans of the best sport in the world something to cheer for. I’m highly grateful to have been apart of that today.
— CountOnAG (@Amir_Garrett) March 28, 2020
Vin Scully says hello
The legendary broadcaster's voice was a welcome distraction from the uncertainty facing the world during quarantine.
We know you all missed Opening Day as much as we did. In the meantime until we see you again soon, here’s a special message from someone who always makes us feel better. pic.twitter.com/Na3ea1bjMh
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) March 27, 2020
He's still got it!
Dexter Fowler rallies for Vegas
Fowler is matching donations to help residents of Las Vegas, and he asked his fellow Vegas-based players to do the same.
sup @TphamLV ! https://t.co/e5PMmDcuBs
— Dexter Fowler (@DexterFowler) March 26, 2020
A former teammate answered the call to action.
@TphamLV my guy came through with the donation !!! pic.twitter.com/9x7UxVv2E5
— Dexter Fowler (@DexterFowler) March 26, 2020
Mark Canha really misses going to restaurants
When the world starts up again, give Canha a follow if you like pictures of great looking - and presumably great tasting - food.
Trevor Bauer keeps his mind clear on the mound
The Cincinnati righty takes fan questions on Fridays. On the mound, he doesn't overthink the process.
He's clearing "The Mechanism," so to speak.
A big, sexy hustler
Bartolo Colon hasn't pitched in the majors since 2018, so he's had plenty of time to channel his inner "Minnesota Fats" at the pool table.
Who'd play "Fast" Eddie Felson in this scenario?
Jameson Taillon goes down the rabbit hole
I’m watching Randy Johnson dominate on MLB Network right now. Of course I go to his baseball reference page. He had 14 years of over 200 innings 😂 I really urge you to take a deep dive into some legends career numbers. This is insane.
— Jameson Taillon (@JTaillon19) March 28, 2020
Seriously, the "Big Unit" was unbelievable.
'A-Rod Baseball Bunch' debuts
Finally, Alex Rodriguez started his online baseball clinic earlier this week. Watch him, J-Lo, and the kids swing the bat to the ripping tunes of Huey Lewis' "The Power of Love."