Meet The GJ Rockies
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be introducing you to Grand Junction Rockies players and some of their favorite things. In this installment, meet Max George, Ever Moya, Blair Calvo, Yolki Pena, and Anderson Amarista.
Catcher Max George
Favorite baseball memory? Hitting for the cycle in Grand Junction in 2014
Favorite baseball player? Larry Walker
What would be your dream job if you didn’t play baseball? A Jedi because they can use the force.
Favorite superhero? Batman
What are some of your hobbies? Golf, snowmobiling, being outdoors, playing Ping-Pong
Favorite movie? Star Wars
Fun fact: George transitioned to catcher as of April 2019
Pitcher Ever Moya
Favorite baseball memory? When I signed my professional contract
Favorite baseball player? Clayton Kershaw, Mariano Rivera, and Justin Verlander
What would be your dream job if you didn’t play baseball? I would be a professional basketball player because my whole family plays basketball.
Favorite superhero? Superman because he saves lives
What are some of your hobbies? Playing basketball and soccer
Favorite movie? The Fast And The Furious
Pitcher Blair Calvo
Favorite baseball memory? The 2018 ACC Tournament
Favorite baseball player? Josh Hader
What would be your dream job if you didn’t play baseball? Firefighter
Favorite superhero? Thor
What are some of your hobbies? Fishing, Playstation, and snowboarding
Favorite movie? True Grit
Outfielder Yolki Pena
Favorite baseball memory? Signing day
Favorite baseball player? Raimel Tapia
What would be your dream job if you didn’t play baseball? I would study to create my own company.
Favorite superhero? Thor
What are some of your hobbies? Spending time with my family.
Favorite movie? Avengers: End Game
Pitcher Anderson Amarista
Favorite baseball memory? Signing day
Favorite baseball player? Felix Hernandez
What would be your dream job if you didn’t play baseball? Student
Favorite superhero? Superman
What are some of your hobbies? Spending time with my family
Favorite movie? The Fast And The Furious
