One of Baseballs Most Elite Pitchers
One of the most elite pitchers in baseball, A.J’s steadily rising success has been the product of incredible perseverance & a passion for the game like no other.
Born just outside of Tyler, TX, he grew up loving the game alongside his dad and together they traveled the country, pursuing A.J’s dream of making it to the big leagues. In high school A.J turned heads as a 3 sport athlete & 2-time state champion, leading to his selection in the 2012 MLB draft by the Detroit Tigers. Forgoing his contract, he opted for the chance to sharpen his game at the collegiate level, landing at Texas A&M. A standout in the Aggie bullpen, A.J was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in 2015. Earning his way to the major league roster, A.J played a crucial role in the Braves 2021 World Series victory. Now a proven ace at the highest level, he’s working to keep it that way. Fueled by Turtlebox, tune-in as we get an exclusive look into A.J’s lifestyle and see what it takes to perform at the highest level...
What is your profession?
Major League pitcher for the Atlanta Braves
Did you always know this is what you would end up doing or was it something you “stumbled into”?
I always dreamed of being a Major League Baseball player since I was the age of 7, but when I was a sophomore in high school is when I dedicate my life to baseball and make that dream become reality.
Favorite movie?
Remember the Titans
Favorite book?
How Champions Think: In Sports and in Life by Dr. Bob Rotella
Most inspiring quote, piece of art, saying, or advice that has impacted the way you live today?
Life isn’t fair, deal with it
When you’re not working, what are you doing for fun?
Golfing and hunting
Coolest place you’ve ever traveled?
Amsterdam and Cuba
Bucket list destination you haven’t been yet?
Israel
You’re stranded on a deserted island - who is coming with you and why?
Dave Canterbury, because he would keep me alive
You get to have drinks with anyone (dead or alive) - who are you calling?
My dad
What advice would you give an 18-year-old that wants to do what you do?
Be athletic, play every sport, and throw strikes. If you want to throw hard, less is more. The most talented player isn’t always the best, it’s the player that is the most consistent.
Any guilty pleasures?
Drinking out of the milk carton, sleeping in and taking naps, drinking soda
Favorite wild meat/fish to eat? (i.e. venison, dove, quail, king fish, redfish, etc.) And in what kind of meal do you prepare it/eat it?
Venison, fried backstrap
What’s your favorite element of Turtebox? (battery life, durability, waterproofness, sound, togetherness, elevating experiences)
Sound and the bass!
How do you use your Turtlebox?
I use it on the lake, put it on the golf cart and ride around, golfing, setting and picking up decoys while hunting.
Name the most famous contact in your phone
Johnny Manziel, Gig’em
