Joe Kelly, former Dodgers pitcher, now manages his son's youth baseball team. Recently, he recounted an incident on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast where he was punched during a game after a confrontation with the opposing manager's sibling. Kelly criticized the lack of decorum, stating physical altercations in youth sports are unacceptable. Despite the incident, he chose to continue the championship game, showcasing his competitive spirit. While he waits for a new MLB opportunity, Kelly reminisced about his career, including crucial postseason contributions that helped his teams achieve success.
Kelly described feeling a punch to the forehead after a disturbance during a youth baseball game, likening it to a physical altercation on a professional field.
Despite the altercation, Kelly pushed for the championship game to continue, emphasizing the importance of competition even at the youth level.
Reflecting on his baseball career, Kelly noted his impressive postseason performance in 2018 and his pivotal role in the Dodgers' 2020 championship.
Joe Kelly expressed that he hasn’t officially retired yet, yet remains open to potential opportunities in Major League Baseball, following his recent experiences.
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