Charlie Braxton is big, quiet, shy, and has anxiety issues. He is the star pitcher for the Oakland Elephants, but usually keeps to himself. And now that he is about to get divorced, he is even more alone. But he is kind, supportive, generous, and loyal. 

Reid Giordana just climbed his way back up to the majors as a relief pitcher for the Elephants. He has made mistakes in the past that damaged his career, destroyed his marriage, and now have him riding a fine line between being able to stay or getting traded again to another team. He feels like he has everything to prove and no safety net. He struggles to overcome negative thinking, stress, and anxiety, but he is trying to do the work he needs to keep on track even when his future is unstable. 

Both of these guys are kind of lost, lonely, and have anxiety issues. They begin a tentative friendship and begin spending time together. Reid pushes Charlie out of his comfort zone and into more social situations. And Charlie gives Reid a safe place to land and understanding. But as their appreciation and friendship begin to transition to more unexpected attraction and want, it makes it more confusing and complicated. 

This is a super-slow-burn, bi-awakening, teammates, new-friends-to-lovers romance with very subtle changes in dynamics and their own thoughts. Due to circumstances it also has a forbidden element and no promises of stability adding to the conflict and tension. It is as much a personal growth story for each of them as it is about building a relationship. The characters have depth and vulnerability, but also help inspire and empower each other. It's about opening up, being present, dealing with the past, embracing self-worth, and finding a support system.