Stop the press!
My nephew, Jack Lynch, was just drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals!
A few hours ago, I called home to check up on Johnny and let my folks get some video time with Becky. My mom told me that there was some news. Dad hopped on the phone to share the good tidings.
Apparently, Jack heads to Jupiter, Florida, next week. The big leagues are calling and Jack, with that powerful left arm, eternal optimism, and dogged work ethic, will answer. It couldn’t have happened to a better kid. Or a better family.
I’m filled with joy. Because it’s cause to celebrate when something good happens to the good people in the world. Tonight, I plan to watch the All-Star game and might even throw in Field of Dreams.
Because I’ve walked in that cornfield on several occasions and made my kids do the same.
There’s something truly magical about our national pastime.
And now, Jack is a part of it.
I don’t have many more details to spin into a story. My brother Dennis texted that he will call to fill me in tomorrow. He’s rather preoccupied at the moment.
And tonight’s going to be rather busy at their house.
The Refillable Glass 
That is so exciting!! Congratulations to your nephew and the rest of the family!!
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How exciting for your family.
Congratulations, Jack ⚾️
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This is SO EXCITING! Congrats to Jack!
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The best part is his legal name is John Lynch, so I can pretend it is really me.
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Wonderful news
Congratulations
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My new favorite Cardinal Player❣️
#STLFANFORLIFE
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Congratulations to your nephew and family! Very exciting times! I did not know you have been to Field of Dreams! I grew up a mile from there, Jamie and I went to high school there and were married in the Basilica!
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As Yankee fans, Jon &I will have to add some “Cardinal Red” to our baseball schedule! So proud of our great nephew Jack⚾⚾ As to the “original” John Lynch, dear nephew, you couldn’t t have a better namesake! love, Aunt Cynthia❤️☘️
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Jack drafted by my hometown Cardinals? Sweet!! They provide outstanding formation for young players. “The Cardinal Way” is legend in MLB circles – couldn’t be with a better organization. Congratulations!
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That’s AWESOME! I now have a team besides the Mariners to cheer for. Congratulations! This is something to celebrate!
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Congratulations, big family news!
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I don’t know much about sports but even I know this is a big deal. Congrats! Come to Cincy when they play the Reds 🙂
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Not enough words to say how excited I am for him and all of you!💚💚💚💚💚💚
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