Jul 23, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Bobby Parnell (39) pitches in the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Munson/THE STAR-LEDGER via USA TODAY Sports
This afternoon, Mets closer Bobby Parnell took to the team’s Twitter account to answer fan questions. He discussed everything from what he likes most about playing in New York to how his rehab from neck surgery is going.
Below are some highlights:
.@petrags99 John Buck was very funny from last year. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@BTillo30 Chipper Jones, because growing up in North Carolina the Braves were always on. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@nyrlauren I like the Rangers and Hurricanes. I follow it more in the playoffs. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@stevecook90 The two saves at Yankee Stadium this past year. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@WillAffourtit Really, when they called me up. I always dreamed about playing but never thought I'd make it. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@RHoltz23 not yet. But, I've heard he's a great guy. I look forward to meeting him. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@tyler_mrocka LaTroy Hawkins provided a lot of veteran leadership for me last year. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@_Laffeytaffy9_ It's very good. He has a good game plan, and we're going to get to know each other a lot better. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@chrisdouglas73 Big into Duck Dynasty. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@james430 It's a lot of fun. Lot of great fans, great city to play in. The fans are always with you. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@stolenbasesean The neck is very good. Throwing, running, lifting all on schedule for the start of the season. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@KeithCaito I played soccer and football. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@Tulo_2 A lot of band work, obviously throwing, and jobes exercises. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@MattKaufman87 If there is, it is way hidden. I enjoy being available to pitch everyday. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@Spivey_Kid Great guy. Been fortunate enough to watch him mature and love what he's developed into as a pitcher. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@JD_Isaacs very fond of Ricky Bones Dan Warthen Lot of fun to pitch for. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@EndyO_ Go over the hitters, stretch, ride the bike, listen to music. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@kellylagnese green and Met blue. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@Hon_conzalez I would have been a firefighter. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@StevenNYM65 go home relax and spend time with the family. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@btarricone30 Throw Strikes, don't give up and make sure the game is still fun. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@DTanc2 Miami is a good one to pitch in. Deep walls. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@PSLToFlushing I didn't watch a lot of TV. I spent a lot of time outside. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@ANDERS712 The Phillies' lineup. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@aashleymic I actually listen to a lot country but will mix in a few hi-hop songs. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@HCharara17 Great leader. Always there to help you do what you need to succeed. An honor to play with him. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@MostlyNoles In Brooklyn it was given to me after I got drafted, and I had a good year with it. Superstition. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@vrice4 The Rookie. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@MatthewLasko I usually shoot 12-under. I lose about a dozen golf balls per game. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@MattyMays 102.5 MPH, in Houston one time. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@tylersutton05 Stay behind it and trust it. Staying behind it makes it move more naturally. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@AndrewFeminella It was challenging because it’s a different part of the game. I really enjoy relieving. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@stuartnicoll Experience As a young kid you have doubts you are not sure if you should be there. You feel confident with experience.
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
.@jmsnyc19 I don't have one. But I was always a fan of Batman. #AskParnell
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 24, 2014
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