Victor Roache facts for kids
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Roache playing for the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in 2013.
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Victor Roache, born on September 17, 1991, is a former American professional baseball player. He played as an outfielder. The Milwaukee Brewers picked him in the first round of the 2012 Major League Baseball draft. This was a big deal, as he was the 28th player chosen overall. Even though he was drafted so high, he spent six seasons playing in Minor League Baseball and never made it to the major leagues.
Victor Roache's Early Life and Baseball Start
Victor Roache was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He loved baseball from a young age. He even took part in a program called Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities. This program helps kids in cities play baseball.
High School and College Baseball Journey
Victor went to Lincoln High School in Ypsilanti. After high school, the Detroit Tigers drafted him in 2009. But Victor decided not to sign with them. Instead, he chose to play college baseball. He joined the Georgia Southern Eagles baseball team.
In 2011, Victor had an amazing season. He hit 30 home runs! This was a huge jump from the 8 home runs he hit the year before. It was the biggest increase in home runs in all of college baseball that year. This was even more impressive because new bats were being used, which usually made it harder to hit home runs.
Because of his great performance, he was named to the Baseball America's College All-America Team. After the 2011 season, he played summer baseball for the Cotuit Kettleers. He was chosen as an all-star in that league. He also won an award for being a top player who could become a professional.
An Unlucky Injury Before the Draft
In December 2011, experts thought Victor would be a top player. They named him to the preseason All-America First Team. But on February 25, 2012, Victor broke his left wrist. He got hurt while trying to make a diving catch in the outfield. This injury meant he missed the rest of the 2012 season. Before his injury, he was hitting very well, with a batting average of .412. He also had 5 RBIs and two home runs.
Victor Roache's Professional Baseball Career
Even with his injury, Victor was still a top prospect. The Milwaukee Brewers picked him in the first round of the 2012 Major League Baseball draft. He was the 28th player chosen overall.
Playing for the Milwaukee Brewers' Minor League Teams
Victor started his professional career on April 21, 2013. He played for the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. He spent all of 2013 with this team. He hit 22 home runs and had 74 RBIs in 119 games. His batting average was .248.
In 2014, he played for the Brevard County Manatees. On May 4, 2014, Victor made history for the Manatees. He hit three home runs in one game! This was the first time any player for Brevard County had done that. In 122 games, he hit 18 home runs and had 54 RBIs. His batting average was .226.
In 2015, Victor played for both the Brevard County Manatees and the Biloxi Shuckers. He hit 18 home runs and had 71 RBIs across both teams. His batting average was .253 in 130 games. In 2016, he played for Biloxi again. He only played in 51 games because of an injury. He hit four home runs and had 15 RBIs. Victor started the 2017 season with Biloxi.
Moving to the Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals
On May 4, 2017, Victor was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers. He spent most of that season with the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. The Dodgers released him in August. Between Biloxi and Rancho Cucamonga, he played in 57 games. He hit six home runs and had 25 RBIs. His batting average was .186.
On February 12, 2018, Victor signed a contract with the St. Louis Cardinals. He played most of the season for the Springfield Cardinals. He also played a few games for the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds. In 121 games for Springfield, he hit 18 home runs and had 58 RBIs. His batting average was .218. After the season, he became a free agent.
Playing Independent Baseball with the Chicago Dogs
On February 27, 2019, Victor joined the Chicago Dogs. This team is part of an independent baseball league. He played 97 games for them. He had a great season, hitting 24 home runs and 79 RBIs. His batting average was .309. He also stole 5 bases.
Victor signed with the Dogs again on March 12, 2020. He played in 58 games that season. He hit 16 home runs and had 34 RBIs. His batting average was .221. The Chicago Dogs released him on February 2, 2021.
Life After Professional Baseball
Victor Roache retired from professional baseball in April 2021. He then started working at Dick's Sporting Goods. Since then, he has become a baseball instructor and coach. He now helps teach others how to play the game.
