Future Mlb Star Gifts

'Kid, go out there and play like you're worth 29 million plus signing bonus, buyouts, and endorsement deals. '

'Reading, writing and arithmetic are important, son. Someday you might sign autographs for money.'

"College basketball recruiters are after him."

"I wanted to be a baseball player 'til I found out they send you to the showers."

My coach wants me to go to soccer camp. Focusing on one sport isn't good for you. But mom! I'll develop crucial life skills. Let's see. "Landing endorsements, agents and college sports scholarships." The definition of "crucial".

'Wow! That's some growth spurt!'

The game is tied, and this is the final inning because the sun is setting. I understand, coach, I need to get home before dark!

"Because when you're drafted by the pros, you'll have to be able to sign your contract. That's why you have to attend first grade."

"What do you want to be when you blow up?"

Parents start infant on the way to fame.

Danae's Celebrity Career: 'Don't you know who I am?...I've decided to pursue a career as a celebrity, so I'm developing the basic language skills used in the industry.'

"If there is no more American Idol what am I going to do to become famous?"

Future Wrestler

'Reading, writing and arithmetic are important, son. Someday you might sign autographs for money.'

'He'll be a great basketball player someday -- he already dribbles all over the place.

'When I grow up, if I don't become a pro basketball player, about about 'spin doctor'?'

'Nice level swing, Billy. Just meet the ball. Don't try to kill it, Billy.'

"Coach said I can be catcher if I gain 30 pounds."

'We're going to insist that he at least finish kindergarten before entering the NBA draft.'

'I can just see him twenty years down the road pitching for the Giants.'

"Papi, will I be the first in our family to go to college?"

'When do I learn to read and sign a huge NFL contract?'

'Play your best. There's going to be a scout for the ten year olds in the stands!'

"I like you kid, but you're really just a work in progress!"

I'm not worried about the economy. Me either! It's not like I'm going into banking, car manufacturing, or real estate. Totally! We'll still make the big bucks. May I ask doing what? Movie actress. Rock star. When you move to L.A., I'm not converting your bedroom.

Robert DeNiro's first part.

Your brother's threatening to be a fat cat banker. Barf! I will do something socially useful with my life! That's my girl! When I'm a famous actress, I'll talk forcefully to "Entertainment Tonight" about my vegetarian diet! Maybe we should have had more children. Or non.

School children looking at different careers from magazine covers, each involving celebrity status.

'My long-range goal is to turn pro and lead the league in T.V. commercials!'

"Winning isn't the only thing, Junior. It's how much money you can get in a pro contract."

"Congratulations, your baby is a footballer...!"

'Here's your chance to shine, son. Make me proud.'

'...But my stupid parents said no!!'

'You must be the boy who wants to be a stuntman.'

'Ol? everyone! I'm keeping the sunglasses for Hollywood!'