He's a Major-League Pitcher—and a Plumber—Whose Faith Helps Keep Him Focused

Bobby Ross Jr.-Religion News Service : May 18, 2018
Christian Headlines

Fulmer said his goal—win or lose—is "to preach the Lord's name."

[ChristianHeadlines.com] It's not hard to stay humble when you're unclogging a toilet. (Photo: Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer/Facebook /via Christian Headlines)

Or when you're throwing gopher balls to Miracle League ballplayers swinging for the fences.

At least that's how Detroit Tigers ace Michael Fulmer, who works part-time as a plumber in the offseason and serves as a mentor to adults with developmental disabilities, describes his approach to living out his Christian faith.

"It's a way for me to stay levelheaded," said the 25-year-old right-hander of his part-time gig with Cyrus Wright Plumbing in his home state of Oklahoma...

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