Jim Edmonds’ Comeback On Track: Brewers Add Veteran To Opening Day Roster

But then the offseason came, and the phone stopped ringing. At 38 years old and with no offers he felt like accepting, Edmonds sat out the entire 2009 season, and again it looked like his career might be over, until this spring.

Edmonds came to Brewer camp eager to prove his value, and did so in a big way. His defense in center field looked as good as it has in years. And at the plate, his bat also showed no signs of rust: He hit .286/.390/.457 in Cactus League play, with five walks and four extra base hits, including a home run.