The Lost Interviews: Mike Lynn

October 9, 2008   ·   Patrick Hickey, Jr.   ·   Jump to comments

With the season officially over and no more things to critique on a journalistic level, I figured I’d devote the next few posts to giving attention to some of the players I never got around to spotlighting on the site during the season. First up, Clones reliever Mike Lynn, who never got a chance to get going due to a few arm injuries. Humble and good-natured, Lynn was a fun guy to talk to and in this mid-July interview, he vents about his injuries and his first pro season in Brooklyn.

Dem Brooklyn Bums: How has Brooklyn been treating you so far?

Mike Lynn: I’ve been dealing with a bunch of injuries, but it’s been a really good experience. Playing here in Brooklyn is second to none and something you really appreciate it when you go on the road. We have 8,000 fans here every night and you go to some other places and they barely have a thousand; it just doesn’t compare.

DBB: What kind of injuries are you dealing with?

Lynn: Just some elbow soreness. I saw the doctor today and there’s no tears or anything. I had Tommy John surgery in 2004 and I just wanted to make sure I didn’t re-injure that. I also got a cortisone shot today and should be throwing in the next couple of days. [his last appearance of the season and next appearance after this interview ended up being on August 14 with GCL Mets, where he pitched one inning of shutout ball in spite of giving up two walks.]

DBB: Where did the soreness start?

Lynn: It started in mini-camp. I threw a ball down the line on a bunt play and I felt something; it hasn’t felt the same since. It’s been hard to sit here on the bench because I want to pitch.

DBB: Do you think the injury has played a role this season?

Lynn: Absolutely. I haven’t felt right this season and my recovery time in between appearances isn’t what it should be. Any time you’re injured, it’s really hard to get in a groove. It’s tough, especially as a reliever. It’s not easy.

DBB: Considering the injuries, you haven’t been able to really show the fans what you’re made of. With that being said, can you tell us a little bit about your game? Is there anyone in the big leagues you try to pattern your game after?

Lynn: There’s not a major leaguer that I try to emulate, but I do think that I’m a power pitcher. My fastball was 90-94 in college. I pitch with a lot of energy and I work fast on the mound. I’m very aggressive too and I wish I could show fans what I’m made of. It’s killing me not to be out there on the field.

Photo by Patrick Hickey Jr.