Wow I had no idea that my “Is it just me” post would make a twist and turn into a 08 vs. 09 argument.

I do have one more question that maybe Mr. K.G can answer since it seems he knows everyone. My question is who are the 5 most influential people in the North Texas area when it comes to H.S players. Since I am new in Texas I would like to know who to call and maybe looking for a bird dog guy. I am pretty sure I already know 2 or 3 of them but I would like to see your thoughts.

Influential in what way?

I would have to say that Denny Dixon or Sam Carpenter would know as much or more about the area's baseball over the last 30 years than just about anyone around these parts.

I would say throw Tommy Hernandez in that mix, he's had plenty of good players come out of his orginization in the last few years.

I know Sam and I would agree. But I think Dixon is a scout and I doubt we could exchange info. But Thanks for the info.

Tommy Hernandez, Sam Carpenter, John Marston, and Ed Aguilar...those are just 4 I can think right now. Associated with the Dallas Tigers, Dallas Mustangs, and last two with the Texas Blackhawks. Combined they see all the top talent between their own players and definately the other top talent in the area by playing others (each other, Panthers, etc.)

Kirk at DBAT

How old is Marston and Kirk?

You're giving Kirk too much credit

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Originally posted by Newscout:
I know Sam and I would agree. But I think Dixon is a scout and I doubt we could exchange info. But Thanks for the info.

Denny is a scout for the Mets organization.

Cade Griffis at DBAT could help you quite a bit in my opinion.

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I guess I should qualify that I know Marston and respect him as a coach, but love to throw a jab his way whenever I can.

His question was impacting H.S. Baseball, he didn't ask negatively or positively....

Coach Marston hovers around 50 some odd years...old as my dad. He is not only in the Texas Blackhawks organization but is also a VP for the Coppell Copperheads team in the TCL.

I'm going to go out on a limb....

Kenny G's response would be

1. Ken Guthrie
2. Ken Guthrie
3. Ken Guthrie
4. Ken Guthrie
5. Ken Guthrie


I hope I didn't leave anybody out.

KD:
Are you KG's Agent?
And did he pay you to be on your list?

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Originally posted by Newscout:
Since I am new in Texas I would like to know who to call and maybe looking for a bird dog guy.

Alright Newscout!! Now your getting into my area. I am your bird dog guy!! Got some of the best dogs you'll ever hunt over. English Pointers, German Shorhairs, Labs, Springers. You just let me know what your looking for and I'll fix you right up!!

Oh, sorry. Different kind of bird dog. Got a little excited there.

Good luck Newscout.

Tim

KD, you might have finally come up with a list that KG likes.

Newscout,
Kirk at D-BAT is a good suggestion. Although he probably wouldn't be as good as Kirk, Kermit Dow might also be an option.

Thanks for all the sugestions. I live in Houston and as you know North Texas is hard to cover due to how everything is so spread out. I think I may have a guy in place as of today.

Newscout,
Where in Houston do u live? Have some friends that live there.... they would love to meet you for lunch to discuss baseball.......