BOSTON, MA - JULY 9: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 of the Boston Red Sox makes a catch on a ball off the bat of Tyler Flowers #21 of the Chicago White Sox in the second inning at Fenway Park on July 9, 2014 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
Normally, a former closer-turned-broadcaster wouldn't inspire a 25-year-old Boston Red Sox outfielder. However, in Jackie Bradley Jr.'s case, it's the exact opposite.
Bradley Jr. tweeted out a picture of the two thanking Dennis Eckersley (and others) for telling him everything he can't do.
The Red Sox centerfielder has hits in three of his last four games, but is only hitting .148 on the season. He is widely regarded as the top defensive outfielder in the league, though.
Receive your weekly recap of all the happenings around the world of sports.