Cedar Rapids Kernels pitcher is someone every Twins fan should root for. 25-year-old Tommy John and independent league survivor who has a medical condition that could end his career literally at any time. http://thegazette.com/subject/sports/blogs/diamonds-and-ice-by-jeff-johnson/for-kernels-pitcher-velez-any-day-on-the-field-could-be-his-last-20150530