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| Copyright 2006 Oshawa Dodgers |
Veteran Calway Back for Fifth Season
For those who have been fans of the Dodgers at anytime over the past four
seasons, our recent signee needs no
introduction. Ken Calway is a player who has
become synonymous with the Oshawa Dodgers
and the Intercounty League. He is the only
remaining team member to have played in each
season since the Dodgers were established in 2002.
Dodger fans (and those around the league as Barrie
will attest) have whole-heartedly embraced “Kenny”
or Ken-Rod as he is known in Dodger circles, as a
fan favourite for his stature and pleasant demeanour. Ken is relied upon for his
powerful bat and his ability to change the shape of a game with one swing,
something he has done frequently over the years for the Dodgers.
Ken is the consummate clutch performer. He can always be counted on for that
big hit when it counts. While consistently putting up solid regular season
numbers, Ken’s bat comes alive in the post-season. He holds Single Season
Playoff Records for Average, On-Base % (a staggering .700), Hits, Doubles,
Triples, Homeruns, Walks and RBI. Correspondingly, he also leads the Dodgers
offensively in most All-Time Playoff categories including: Average, On-Base %,
Hits, Doubles, Homeruns, Walks, Total Bases and RBI. As a testament to Calway’
s versatility, on July 21, 2003 versus Waterloo, he became the first Oshawa
Dodger to steal home.
Dodgers’ coach Troy May, who has coached Ken both in Intercounty and in
Junior baseball as a member of the Oshawa Legionaires, holds him in the highest
esteem as the ultimate team-player. “Ken is a player that any Manager would
want on their team. His on-field talents, particularly at the plate, are amazing but
it is the things he brings off the field, his attitude, team commitment, baseball
knowledge, all the intangibles, which differentiate him from other players. Kenny
will be a role-model for the younger players who are just beginning their Dodger
careers. He has the drive and heart we are looking to build this team on in 2006.
Time and time again Ken has proven his dedication to the Dodgers and through
the highs and lows has persevered with the team. Our ultimate goal over the next
few seasons is to bring the championship to Oshawa for the fans and players like
Kenny who deserve a reward for their commitment and loyalty to the
organization.”
With this most recent signing, the Dodgers are now well on their way to
establishing the 2006 roster. Coming soon 2006 IBL schedule……………
For those who have been fans of the Dodgers at anytime over the past four
seasons, our recent signee needs no
introduction. Ken Calway is a player who has
become synonymous with the Oshawa Dodgers
and the Intercounty League. He is the only
remaining team member to have played in each
season since the Dodgers were established in 2002.
Dodger fans (and those around the league as Barrie
will attest) have whole-heartedly embraced “Kenny”
or Ken-Rod as he is known in Dodger circles, as a
fan favourite for his stature and pleasant demeanour. Ken is relied upon for his
powerful bat and his ability to change the shape of a game with one swing,
something he has done frequently over the years for the Dodgers.
Ken is the consummate clutch performer. He can always be counted on for that
big hit when it counts. While consistently putting up solid regular season
numbers, Ken’s bat comes alive in the post-season. He holds Single Season
Playoff Records for Average, On-Base % (a staggering .700), Hits, Doubles,
Triples, Homeruns, Walks and RBI. Correspondingly, he also leads the Dodgers
offensively in most All-Time Playoff categories including: Average, On-Base %,
Hits, Doubles, Homeruns, Walks, Total Bases and RBI. As a testament to Calway’
s versatility, on July 21, 2003 versus Waterloo, he became the first Oshawa
Dodger to steal home.
Dodgers’ coach Troy May, who has coached Ken both in Intercounty and in
Junior baseball as a member of the Oshawa Legionaires, holds him in the highest
esteem as the ultimate team-player. “Ken is a player that any Manager would
want on their team. His on-field talents, particularly at the plate, are amazing but
it is the things he brings off the field, his attitude, team commitment, baseball
knowledge, all the intangibles, which differentiate him from other players. Kenny
will be a role-model for the younger players who are just beginning their Dodger
careers. He has the drive and heart we are looking to build this team on in 2006.
Time and time again Ken has proven his dedication to the Dodgers and through
the highs and lows has persevered with the team. Our ultimate goal over the next
few seasons is to bring the championship to Oshawa for the fans and players like
Kenny who deserve a reward for their commitment and loyalty to the
organization.”
With this most recent signing, the Dodgers are now well on their way to
establishing the 2006 roster. Coming soon 2006 IBL schedule……………
