Unusual has become the norm, though, for Wrexham – and for Mullin.
His relationship with the club’s celebrity owners led to him being invited to play a cameo role in Reynolds’ recent Deadpool and Wolverine blockbuster. The ‘Welshpool’ costume he wore is on display in a glass cabinet in one of the hospitality areas of the ground.
And when he suffered a punctured lung against Manchester United on a tour of the States, he convalesced at the Los Angeles home of McElhenney.
This summer’s recovery from back surgery has been more dosed in reality, though. Two major operations would take their toll on most.
A delayed start after a second problematic pre-season – and then missed chances. There have been only nine starts as a result.
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