SURPRISE, Ariz. -- On Monday, after a round of batting practice so thunderous it could have forced nearby Luke Air Force Base to scramble its jets, Josh Hamilton greeted us at the door of his rented Arizona home for an engaging 75-minute conversation.
He was Charming Josh, smiling easily, laughing often and offering perspective on where his life stood as he tries to make a comeback after missing most of the last three seasons.
He was at peace with where his life had taken him, even if it meant playing baseball was no longer part of the equation.