Character Analysis
(Avoiding Spoilers)
Overview... an ex-con trying to make it as a rookie pitcher in the big leagues. Ricky Vaughn has a great fastball but historically has had very little control either on or off the field. The Cleveland Indians give him a shot to join a mostly misfit crew. But even if the Indians stink, the majors are a million times better than the California Penal League. Maybe veteran catcher Jake Taylor – or a pair of glasses – can help the “Wild Thing” get the ball over the plate consistently enough to stay there.
Personality... chill, unaffected, and not very complicated. Ricky doesn’t have to try to be cool; he just is cool. While Ricky is very competitive on the mound and definitely has a temper if anyone questions his ability, his blood pressure rarely rises away from the diamond. A classic “bad boy,” Ricky becomes the toast of Cleveland – especially its female population – when his Wild Thing persona catches on.
Get to Know him in...
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When Rachel Phelps inherits the Cleveland Indians from her deceased husband, she's determined to move the team to a warmer climate -- but only a losing season will make that possible, which should be easy given the misfits she's hired. Rachel is sure her dream will come true, but she underestimates their will to succeed!
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Those Cleveland Indians are at it again! After losing in the ALCS the year before, the Indians are determined to make it into the World Series this time! First, though, they have to contend with Rachel Phelps again when she buys back the team. Also, has Rick "Wild Thing" Vaughn lost his edge? Are Jake's knees strong enough to make it as a catcher another year? These and other questions are answered as the Indians recapture the magic and win the championship "their way".
