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Josh Bell, Pittsburgh Pirates - Health Markets Journey to Greatness

November 8, 2019
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Josh Bell reflects on his journey from Dallas Jesuit College Prep to MLB All-Star status.

Josh Bell's Journey to Greatness traces his path from Jesuit College Prep in Dallas to becoming an MLB All-Star with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bell dominated Texas high school baseball, batting .548 with 13 home runs and 54 RBIs to earn 2011 Texas Gatorade Player of the Year honors.

Bell's belief in himself solidified during a rehabilitation assignment in the minor leagues when he realized he could compete against major league pitching. That confidence carried him to the majors, where he developed into one of the National League's premier power hitters. In this segment, Bell discusses the lessons learned during his high school career at Jesuit and the perseverance required to reach the highest level of professional baseball.