2Ks Sports, a subsidary company of Take Two Interactive, announced today that the shortstop for the New York Mets, Jose Reyes, has been selected to appear on the cover of and be the spokesman for Major League Baseball 2K8. Reyes, one of the most well recognized players in the game of baseball, has received numerous accolades in his chosen sport. He is the first player in the history of the game to ever steal 63 bases, score 120 runs, make 192 hits, and hit 19 home runs in a single playing season. He also broke a new Metc Club record at Shea Stadium by making 104 hits making Reyes a superb choice for this position.

Reyes himself offered the statement that “This is the first time I have ever been on the cover of a video game and it is very exciting to be a part of the best video game out there”. The Executive Producer of Major League Baseball 2K8, Ben Brinkman, also commented that “This year we have signed one of the most exciting players in all of Major League Baseball as our official cover athlete” and that “Jose Reyes is a multi-talented player – a great baserunner, fielder and hitter, making him the perfect spokesperson for Major League Baseball 2K8.” Additional information can be obtained from 2K Sport’s website at http://www.2ksports.com