Keep on Kempin'

By David Taub, Senior Reporter

Published 8 years ago on

May 1, 2017

Tony Kemp is back in the Big Leagues.

The speedy CF/2B got a taste of Major League life last season with Houston. After starting the season in Fresno, Kemp has a return engagement. After placing OF Teoscar Hernandez (another recent Grizzlies call-up) on the disabled list, the Astros recalled Kemp on April 26.

Before he left, GV Wire talked with Kemp about his game: how the recent wet weather in Fresno alters his speed; what it was like last year to play in Houston for the first time; and the story of his first Major League home run.

What are your thoughts? Leave your comments below.

Contact David Taub

Phone: 559-492-4037 / e-mail

This story was not subject to the approval of Granville Homes.

Want these stories delivered directly to your e-mail inbox? Subscribe today.

DON'T MISS

Two Students Injured in School Bus Crash Near Madera

DON'T MISS

Fresno Chain Sequoia Brewing Closing All Three Restaurants

DON'T MISS

250 Fresno Unified Bus Driver Jobs at Risk, Teachers Fear 12% Pay Cuts

DON'T MISS

CA Schools Still Fall Behind Despite Big Increases in Spending

DON'T MISS

Trump Wants Denuclearization Talks With Russia and China, Hopes for Defense Spending Cuts

DON'T MISS

Kern County Baker Can’t Refuse Wedding Cake for Lesbian Couple: Court

DON'T MISS

With Grove Terming Out, Maher Announces State Senate Bid

DON'T MISS

Trump Signs Plan for Reciprocal Tariffs on US Trading Partners

DON'T MISS

Mindy Casto Becomes Fresno’s Top Cop, Shedding Interim Tag

DON'T MISS

City Center Unveils Real Solutions for Fresno Homelessness

UP NEXT

Mindy Casto Becomes Fresno’s Top Cop, Shedding Interim Tag

UP NEXT

City Center Unveils Real Solutions for Fresno Homelessness

UP NEXT

NBA All-Star 2025: Times, Details, How to Watch the Weekend’s Events

UP NEXT

Ohtani Expects to Throw First Bullpen This Weekend

UP NEXT

Wired Wednesday: Fired Teacher and Coach Ed Madec Seeks Justice

UP NEXT

As Council Race Heats Up, Dyer Credits ‘One Fresno’ for New SE Sports Park

UP NEXT

Kellen Moore Exits Eagles to Become Saints Head Coach

UP NEXT

Kevin Durant Becomes 8th in NBA History to Score 30,000 Points

UP NEXT

Baseball Is Back as Pitchers and Catchers Start Spring Training

UP NEXT

Kiké Hernández and World Series Champion Dodgers Finalize a $6.5 Million, 1-Year Contract

David Taub,

Senior Reporter

Curiosity drives David Taub. The award-winning journalist might be shy, but feels mighty with a recorder in his hand. He doesn't see it his job to "hold public officials accountable," but does see it to provide readers (and voters) the information needed to make intelligent choices. Taub has been honored with several writing awards from the California News Publishers Association. He's just happy to have his stories read. Joining GV Wire in 2016, Taub covers politics, government and elections, mainly in the Fresno/Clovis area. He also writes columns about local eateries (Appetite for Fresno), pro wrestling (Off the Bottom Rope), and media (Media Man). Prior to joining the online news source, Taub worked as a radio producer for KMJ and PowerTalk 96.7 in Fresno. He also worked as an assignment editor for KCOY-TV in Santa Maria, California, and KSEE-TV in Fresno. He has also worked behind the scenes for several sports broadcasts, including the NCAA basketball tournament, and the Super Bowl. When not spending time with his family, Taub loves to officially score Fresno Grizzlies games. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Taub is a die-hard Giants and 49ers fan. He graduated from the University of Michigan with dual degrees in communications and political science. Go Blue! You can contact David at 559-492-4037 or at Send an Email