So I was talking with Phisharkman about ideas for “Where You At Wednesday” today, and I needed something good. He had a great one I will certainly get to later, but I told him I was going to be cramped for time so needed a one-off. Maybe an athlete or musician. His suggestion: Todd Van Poppel. It was so bad, that I had to do it.
If you are one of the millions who don’t know who Van Poppel is (no disrespect intended, Mr. van Poppel), then here’s a quick briefer: He played for 7 teams from 1991-2004, most of which with the Oakland A’s. His overall record was 40-52 with a 5.58 ERA, and he never won more than 7 games in a season, but was a steady fixture in the 90′s as a pitcher.
What’s he up to now? Well he is an investor in the Denton Outlaws, a Texas Collegiate League baseball team and now enjoys the “simple life” reflecting on his career of fun.
