Chances are you’ve heard of the newest Colorado Rockie — the newly-promoted Wynton Bernard. His ascension from independent ball player to major leaguer is one of the most heartwarming in ages, but the significance of his arrival is more than meets the eye.
Bernard grew up in San Diego and was a Padres fan in his early life. His professional baseball career began in 2012 when he was selected by his hometown team in the 35th round of that year’s draft. What followed was a tumultuous journey that saw the young man spend time in various organizations such as the Padres, Tigers, Giants, and Cubs.