VIDEO: Josh Hamilton Gives Emotional Speech During Induction into Rangers Hall of Fame
By Sean Facey
Josh Hamilton had one heck of a baseball career. The man rode some of the highest highs and the lowest lows during his nine years in MLB. Though he may not have lived up to the potential that many thought he had, the 2010 AL MVP certainly did enough to get inducted into the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame, and he gave an emotional thanks to the fans and the organization for the honor.
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Hamilton bared his soul throughout the speech. He emphasized how grateful he was that the Rangers gave him a chance in the majors.
He thanked everyone from his teammates to the training staff. But he was just as sure to thank the Ranger faithful.
As humble a superstar as you will ever find, Josh Hamilton is a member of the @Rangers Hall of Fame!#TogetherWe pic.twitter.com/7uqYOdvgC8
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"I love all of you," he said. "I am tremendously honored. This is unbelievable." As he concluded the speech, he was met with thunderous cheers from the crowd.
Hamilton's career produced numerous memorable moments that brought the fans to their feet, and it was only fitting that added one more at his induction.