The Journal Sentinel's Todd Rosiak caught up with Milwaukee Brewers utility man Jake Elmore to discuss his long-standing relationship with bench coach Pat Murphy, his unique ability to play all nine positions and the best player he's teamed with. Elmore was signed to a minor-league contract Dec. 15 and had his contract selected from Class AAA Colorado Springs on June 28. He's hitting .158 in 17 games (19 at-bats) since joining the Brewers.
You're an Alabama native who played at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Ala. There were four future major-leaguers on that team — you, former Brewers infielder Zelous Wheeler, Derek Holland and some guy named Craig Kimbrel.