Bartolo Colon is one of the most polarizing professional athletes out there.
The 44-year-old Minnesota Twins starting pitcher is in his 20th year in the big leagues and is having a solid season with the Minnesota Twins after signing with the club following his designation for assignment by the Atlanta Braves.
Nicknamed "Big Sexy", Colon has only been on the Twins for two months, but that isn't stopping the Twins of hosting a Big Sexy promotional night on September 15 against the Toronto Blue Jays. Colon has fared well over his career against the Jays, posting a 12-6 record with a 4.12 ERA in 28 starts. Colon trademarked the nickname to launch his own clothing line.
On top of seeing one of the most legendary pitchers of this generation pitch, fans attending in attendance will receive a Big Sexy t-shirs, with sizes available from small-XXL, regardless if he starts or not.
Colon, who won the American League Cy Young in 2005 with the Angels, is sporting a 4-3 record with the 3.94 ERA since signing with the Twins. Minnesota currently occupies the second wild card spot, and Colon has given their pitching staff a boost since joining the club. Combine that with his personality, and you can understand why the Twins are throwing this promo.
As Borat would say, βItβs Sexy Time.β
(h/t to the Minnesota Twins)
