The Questions with Brett Myers
What was yourwelcome-to-the-big-leagues moment?
Being at WrigleyField for my first start [in 2002]. You watch a historic place like that on TVall the time. I was a Cubs and a Braves fan growing up [in Jacksonville]because they were always on TV. It's the greatest thing.
Favorite off-dayactivity?
Playing theguitar. I write my own stuff. I play rock. I have about seven guitars, and I'vebeen playing for three years.
What's the onething about being a ballplayer that the public doesn't think about?
Well, right nowI'm taking the elastic out of the bottom of my pants. When you get your[baseball] pants, they come with the elastic in them. It's more comfortablewhen you take it out. I wouldn't want to ask someone else to do it.
If I werecommissioner for a day, I'd ...
That's kind of aloaded question. I wouldn't change anything.
Last Week
Myers, 10-5,pitched seven innings but got a no-decision in a 9-5 win over the Dodgers onAug. 10.
This Week
Myers turns 25 onWednesday. On Saturday he's set to start versus Pittsburgh, against whom he hasa 2.50 career ERA.
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CHRIS BERNACCHI/SPORTPICS (MYERS HEAD SHOT)
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AL TIELEMANS (MYERS IN ACTION)