WM grad ready for Brewers spring training
PATASKALA -- Eric Arnett got on a plane early this morning, heading to Phoenix to prepare for spring training.No mention of where Arnett may wind up to start the 2010 season...But, we are kind of pulling for a certain place in the Midwest League.
Before leaving Ohio, he made sure to leave with a memorable moment.
The Watkins Memorial graduate and first-round pick of the Milwaukee Brewers was honored at the high school Saturday, as his No. 22 jersey was retired at a dinner that honored his career.
"This means a lot," Arnett said. "When you get a chance to come home and soak some things in, it's pretty special. This is a great experience.
"(Having the jersey retired) is something I never thought would happen. It means a lot to me."
Arnett finished off an impressive senior season at Indiana this past spring and was then selected with the 26th pick in the Major League Baseball first-year player draft.
Arnett will start with the Brewers in spring training, getting a chance to work with the MLB team for an extended period.
From there, the Brewers will designate him to the minor leagues, but Arnett is hoping to take advantage of his time this spring.
"It will be big just to watch how the players prepare and what they do," Arnett said. "That will be really beneficial. You can learn a lot from their work ethic."
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