[mr.charlie hustle]

I don't know the entire extent of his injury. What I do know though is that Prater is young, healthy and strong mentally and physically. Will he return this season...uh...NO. Baseball....Maybe. Want be throwing in curves or sliders. But, not like he threw many of those anyway...LOL. I speak from experience. I suffered this same type of injury. Plates and all. I was throwing a footbal and baseball with my son around 4 months later, all be it I was in a wheel chair. But, I was using that arm pretty regularly. But, like I said. I don't know the extent of the whole thing. That is between he and his family and no one else. But, the kid has a strong heart and strong will power. In my heart I feel he will be back next season just as strong as ever. Prater if you, your mom or dad read this. I will see ya in the next day or two and I will give ya some advice and some tips on what to expect with this. Love ya son. Hope ya get well by baseball season. Would love to see ya tossin that tater around the infield!

Of cource we all wish Prater a speedy recovery. We are all friends and fans of his and wish him the best,with an expedient return to sports. Of cource he and his family along with medical folks will make decisions in his best interest. That goes without saying. To suggest that he play in a cast under the circumstances,well that speaks for itself. Prater got his injury playing for his high school and doing what he loved to do. He can be applauded for that.