It’s no secret that Cardinals’ success has come in large part to the development of the minor league system. Near the end of the regular season, Tara Wellman (with the help of the Peoria Chiefs’ staff) had a chance to get to know some of those minor league players, Q & A style. We’ll be posting those interviews over the next several weeks.

20 Questions with CF Charlie Tilson (@tilson4)

1. How did you get started in baseball?

   1. Playing wiffle ball in the backyard with my brother and friends

2. Who was your biggest influence growing up?

   1. My older brother. He was into baseball and we are around the same age so we spent a lot of time together as kids and still are very close.

3. When/how did you decide you wanted to pursue this career?

   1. I knew as a little kid that I wanted to play baseball.

4. How did you react when your dream of playing pro baseball was first achieved?

   1. There were a lot of hugs; it was a great family moment and celebration.

5. What do you remember from your first professional game?

   1. It was a very eye-opening experience

6. What has been your favorite moment in baseball (professional or otherwise)?

   1. Winning the State Championship with my high school team in 2009.

7. Who is your biggest fan?

   1. My father Continue reading →