John Crimmins became a professional player over 3 seasons
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After his second pro season in 1991, The Boston Globe caught up with Massachusetts-product John Crimmins and asked him how he got involved in baseball.
Crimmins, a member of the Red Sox organization, cited his youth playing Little League and seeing major league games with his family at Fenway Park.
"Ever since then, I always wanted to be a professional baseball player," Crimmins told The Globe.
Crimmins did become a professional player. He played three campaigns in all. He topped out at short-season.
Crimmins' career began in 1990, taken by the Red Sox in the 28th round of the draft out of Norwood High School in Massachusetts.
Going into the draft, The Berkshire Eagle called Crimmins a "good defensive catcher with raw power." He hit .590 his senior year at Norwood.
Crimmins started with the Red Sox in the rookie Gulf Coast League. He saw 31 games and hit .258.
He returned to the GCL for 1991, but lost time due to a separated shoulder. He saw 18 games in all and hit .321.
Crimmins played 1992 at short-season Elmira. He saw 40 games and hit .205. That season marked his last as a pro.
- Berkshire Eagle, June 3, 1990: 'Draft watch' begins for Aubin, other local prospects
- Boston Globe, Oct. 6, 1991: Interview
Made the Majors:1,482-31.6%
Never Made Majors:3,203-68.4%-X