So fresh and so clean

A clean looking Brett Myers showed up at the press conference to officially announce his $25.75 million contract extension. Myers slimmed down over the off-season due to a new diet and conditioning program. Myers who at the end of last season weighed 250 says that he has lost 32 pounds in the off-season. Myers commented that, “[he] surpassed what [he] was shooting for" in terms of weight lose. The lack of baggage will aid Myers in his attempt to step into the role of Phillies ace. His commitment to the workout plan also shows that he has become a more mature player with renewed dedication to baseball.

Myers also seemed to have turned a corner when discussing the incident with his wife. After hitting his wife in Boston, Brett was arrested for assault and then took time off from the team. Speaking about the incident a sober Myers commented, "I felt terrible for the organization and my family that it had to come about. It was one of those things where everybody makes mistakes and we learn from them. These mistakes can never happen again."

Myers lead the team last season in strikeouts (189), innings (198), and ERA (3.91). Now Phillies fans expect Myers to fulfill his potential as a starting pitcher. Now his new fresh and clean look shows that he maybe be ready to make the jump.

Sources:
Myers gets in better shape after signing big contract
Associated Press

A more mature Myers meets media
By Ken Mandel / MLB.com

Picture of Brett Myers from ESPN.com