In August 2016, the baseball world collectively said “WTF?” when former Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow announced that he was interested in becoming a professional baseball player. According to then-co-head of CAA Baseball Brodie Van Wagenen, “This may sound like a publicity stunt, but nothing could be further from the truth. I have seen Tim’s workouts, and people inside and outside the industry- scouts, executives, players and fans- will be impressed by his talent. As an agent, I have a genuine respect for how hard it is to succeed at the game of baseball and a true admiration for those who possess the talent to play it at the major league level.
Great Moments in Mets Minor League History: The Mets sign Tim Tebow
