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BaseballBiz On DeckBuilding Better Pitchers at Randy Sullivan's Florida Baseball ARMoryRandy Sullivan CEO of Randy Sullivan’s Florida Baseball ARMory (FBA) has made a positive difference in several players’ lives. The FBA provides full individual assessment of all players and tailors a strategy that will increase their personal performance. Randy develops players that can combine Velocity & Command in their pitches.Randy began his path in Division 1 Baseball at the Citadel to now being a Pitching Guru. His career moved from Air Force to Nuclear Silos to Physical Therapy in Florida Baseball circuit to FBA.He went undercover to discover what Baseball Scouts to find what they were looking for...2024-10-1948 minBaseballBiz On DeckMat Germain, Tampa Bay Rays & Orioles and the MLB Postseason, Living the DreamMLB Rundown Long stretch of games for O’s – facing Astros, Red Sox, Nationals & GuardiansAL West strength who will prevail into Wild Card spot – Astros, Mariners & Rangers NL East – Atlanta Braves rule across entire ALCompare Braves & Brewers pretty evenly matched in starting pitching BaseballBiz visit to Camden Yards – Avid & loud fans with a Sold Out crowd of 43,000 plus fansMat’s visit to Camden Yards, sat in the vanishing left field seats w/Blue Jays fansFinding moments & milestones with Yandy DiazSelect a Rays jersey with player longevity with the Rays - Isaac Paredes Yandy & Isaak quietly build a great body of baseball workG...2023-09-201h 04BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp with Mat Germain - 24 games left to the Tampa Bay Rays seasonMat Germain visits BaseballBiz On Deck to look at the Tampa Bay Rays as they enter the last 24 games of the 2023 season.Waivers – Angels – Guardians results Rays faced former Rays pitcher Matt MooreMiami Marlins – Thanks to Lou Schiff @BaseballandLawLosing series to Cleveland Guardians – Bad Aura?24 games left are some players hiding injuriesTaylor Walls & Kevin Kiermaier comparisons – Some sloppiness in recent defense - Is Taylor missing confidence -1.4 defensive rating & 8 errorsOsleivis Basabe is a better shortstop than TaylorShortstop glut – Walls comparing himself to Wander Franco?Heart & Hustle & Confidence equation that Taylor needs to achieveRays need to go back to building a com...2023-09-0548 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - 41 games more to 100, Mat Germain & Mark discuss new guys and Wander FrancoWho Will be in the playoffsYankees have a hard climbWander Franco – the 5’8’ Elephant in the room – game is taking off and thenDay Off of rest and then pulled from the dugout – Many YouTubers who rush to judgement on Wander FrancoWhat would the Rays look like without Wander Franco, how will it impact the teamCould work visa be rejectedTyler Glasnow returnsAaron Civale – Mat with the 5 start leniency – Mark is more critical 1st 2 Guardians that faced Civale hit a bunt – 2 pitches, 2 bunts put a man on secondKyle Manzardo traded for CivaleRays Fan pain - lose 3/5s of your elite players & losing Wander FrancoOsleivis Basabe –...2023-08-1640 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Fred McGriff HOF - Tampa Bay Rays falling - Mat Germain & Mark look to Kevin CashMat Germain returns to BaseballBiz On Deck to give a dive into the Rays as they enter the final months of the season Mat working has been working on Rescues in Nova Scotia & HalifaxFred McGriff’s & Scott Rolen trek to the Hall of Fame – a respected playerPete Rose should be allowed in with a disclaimer“American Gladiators” – steroids & muscle v marketing – shades of Mark McGwireHOF made it work for Roberto Malomar – museum should chronicle history with achievements & failingsTampa Bay Rays have “Blown Up” – What Gives?Roberto Malomar spit and Hall of FameThe Writers have a fine line on who they can select f...2023-07-2539 min
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Rundown, All-Star Game Finalist & Home Run Derby ContestantsTommy & Jimmy Mets chant for a better Red Sox season – if only a Mets Miracle could happen nowHalf Way into the seasonRundown of MLB teams by League & DivisionsNational LeagueAtlanta Braves leading the National League East after 81 gamesMarlins will be playing Braves soonReds leading NL Central with Brewers trailing right beneath themNational League East – Diamondbacks are holding the lead over the Dodgers, Padres, etcAmerican LeagueRays lead the American League and all of MLB teams. 5th place RedTwins lead the AL Central Royals split a series with the first placed teamRoyals neck and neck with the RockiesAll-Star Phase 2 – American League & National League Finalis...2023-07-0216 minBaseballBiz On DeckMiami Marlins - Lou Schiff of @BaseballAndLaw discusses Marlins rise & ArraezThe Honourable Lou Schiff shares his wit & wisdom on the Marlins 2023 rise in the National League. Lou and Mark take a look at Luis Arraez, Bryan De La Cruz & Jorge SolerMarlins learning how to win this yearMarlins new manager, Skip Schumaker is making a differenceCy Sandy or Sigh Sandy who will show up at the moundMarlins are a sleeper team, surprise team just like the Baltimore Orioles were earlierUnexpected downfall of the St. Louis CardinalsGlory of the Oakland A’s Vida Blue, Rollie Fingers & Joe RudyOakland A’s fans that feel betrayedJazz Chisolm what happens when he come...2023-06-1353 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp! Mat Germain, Primo Tampa Bay Rays analyst looks at the Red Sox & AL EastMat & Mark dig into the Fenway experience and the potential for Boston to come back hard when Adam Duval & Trevor Story return.The Fires in Canada and the impact on peopleRays play in Cold, Wet & Rain at FenwayEflin, Glasnow, McClanahan & Bradley – top tier pitching talentManuel Margot takes a hard hit against the scoreboardRays gel together as players & family & RedSox needs of team meetingsTrevor Story & Adam Duval will be returning soon & becoming more of a threat in AL EastRed Sox were 29 – 23 outside of games with the RaysToronto Blue Jays – a hair away from TankingWhat’s up with Alek Manoah – Not a Roy...2023-06-0736 minBaseballBiz On DeckBoston Red Sox Rise go West - Nat Gordon talks Padres, Angels, DiamondbacksSports Analyst, Nat Gordon of Boston Sports Gordo, @BOSSportsGordo & Beyond the Monster shares his take on the Red Sox in the AL East, including a look at pitching of what works and what doesn’t. recognizing Jarren Duran and a look at Devers and Bogaerts in San DiegoCorey Kluber and $10 million later Upcoming rotation moves with Nick Pivetta and Whitlock coming backThe Red Sox out West – with Padres, Angels & DiamonbacksLoss of Rich Hill, Nick Eovaldi, Michael Wacha & Eduardo RodriguezChris Sale is back, Angry & Grunting – throwing 110 pitchesTanner Houck fascinating first time through the lineup. Expectations that he may become...2023-05-2339 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp a week in New York with Yankees & Mets plus bad behavior in TorontoMat Germain recounts with Mark this past rough week in New York with the Tampa Bay Rays playing both Yankees & Mets Blame Game – Yankees pelting Randy Arozarena. Aaron Boone old school on playing the game. Boone is he channeling Billy Martin attitude. Boone a man of great character Yankees talent – Harrison Bader brings the Cardinal way to the field. Rizzo & Bader make a good supporting staff with Aaron Judge. What happened to Gleyber Torres? Tampa Bay Rays pitcher, Drew Rasmussen, has been moved to the IL. What will his return look like. What will the Rays rotation look like. 6...2023-05-1946 minBaseballBiz On DeckClose Call Sports, Lindsay Imber on the new MLB Rules, Pitch Clocks & NHL DucksLindsay began with an informal email chain in 2006 about umpire callsInterest began in high school when officiating a Staff & Student gameQuirky rules difference between high school, collegiate, minors and major leagueIncreasing the emphasis of having fun. The New Rules, Shift Ban, Bigger Bases & the Pitch ClockCatcher Realmuto ejected behind the plateRe-engagements versus Throw-overs MLB Umpire staffing – Minor League Umpires have more experience with the Pitch ClocksTraditionally Baseball has been an Ebb & Flow, A Wave pattern to the game. Pitch Clock may change thatPhysical impact on pitchers arm due to pitch clock, are there potential injuries?Max Scherzer impact with the Pitc...2023-03-2953 minBaseballBiz On DeckWorld Baseball Classic & Mat GermainMat Germain – Baseball Analyst visits to talk about the World Baseball ClassicA lot of heart and hustle from some of the younger teamsQuick explanation of the 20 teams participating in the World Baseball Classic (WBC)Classic normally runs on a 3 year scheduleWBC – comparison with the MLB All-Star gameCanada’s & other countries showing some pride in a sport that is not normally at the height of popularity.Mark shows interest in star-studded Venezuela, Jose Altuve, Ronald Acuna Jr., Santander and extra seasoning with David Peralta & Salvador PerezMat points to Italy’s pitcher, Joe LaSorsa and his enthusiasm and passion on the m...2023-03-1436 minBaseballBiz On DeckDOJ, Minor League Owners & MLB - Lou Schiff visitsA MLB Fairy Tale - Exiled: Sea Unicorns, ValleyCats, Volcanoes & Yanks from the Isle of Staten. These 4 have taken MLB to court. Now DOJ appears & is showing an interest.Judge Lou Schiff walks us through this news.Federal Baseball Club of Baltimore, Inc. v. National League of Professional Baseball Clubs (1922)Toulson CaseOakland A’s caseLower Court dismisses Minor League affiliates lawsuit against MLBDOJ intervenes as a "friend of the court"Testimony from legends Casey Stengel and Mickey Mantle before CongressWilliam Shea and the Continental LeaguePossibility of MLB settling the disputeCourts pointing back to Congress for responsibilityThe Sav...2023-02-0540 minBaseballBiz On DeckRays Stadium Plans in Place? - RaysUp with Mat GemainMat Germain joins BaseballBiz On Deck and takes a look at the Tampa Bay Rays stadium plansTampa Bay Rays new stadium planDowntown development plan omits a Rays Stadium in Ybor CitySt. Pete Mayor, Ken Welch, announces acceptance of Hines & Tampa Bay Rays proposalBenefits for St. Pete, Rays, and fansBrian Auld's excitement about the new stadium plan but uncertainty about who will pay for whatDecisions to be made before the first shovel of dirt is tossedMLB catching up with Mat Germain's proposal for a balanced scheduleWorld Baseball Classic and the possibility of it becoming like the Soccer World...2023-01-3137 minBaseballBiz On DeckLou Schiff Part 2, Baseball and Law classMinor League settlements, Flying Hot Dogs, Bat Boys & The LawThe Honorable Lou Schiff, Judge in Broward County Florida. A Marlins fan who is also a professor who teaches a course on Baseball and the Law at Mitchell Hamline School of Law Part 1 of the Lou Schiff interview can be found hereLou has a variety of special professional guests for his classBob Whitsitt – GM & President of several teams including Trail Blazers & Seattle SeahawksMelissa Ludtke, Sports Journalist – won lawsuit be allowed in MLB locker rooms. @MelissaLudtkeAdam Hanson, Attorney & former Twins Bat B...2022-07-2820 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB This Week League & Division Rundown with Brandon Noe on BaseballBizBrandon Noe @SportsBlitzPod brings us his week's MLB Breakdown by each division AL East StandingsYankees – A Legendary YearWhat is Aaron Judge worth? $19 million or more.A few of our AL EAST All-Star candidates Tampa Bay Rays - Shane McClanahanBlue Jays – Alejandro Kirk or Alek ManoahJohn Vampatella – recent interview on Boston & AL East Beast Red Sox – Rafael Devers MLB All-Star game ballotsAL CentralTwins Hitting Coach leaves mid-season for a more lucrative deal at LSUSam Flood announces special July 3rd Peacock MLB game without announcersHistoric Keeneland race course without announcersHitting MUTE button and finding alternative sources (radio) for the game.AL West...2022-06-3052 minBaseballBiz On DeckBoston Red Sox, Yankees & AL East Beast in the MLB with John Vampatella2022 AL East BeastOrioles not the Cupcakes of the pastIt is Painful to acknowledge Yankees performance this yearBoston had a rough 10 – 19 start for the YankeesFan complaints on Cashman & Aaron Boone have Aaron Judge28 home runs is the lynchpin for Yankees successStrong presence at the plate like Gary Sheffield & David OrtizCould the Red Sox sign Judge as a Free Agent for next yearJohn recounts Alaska Baseball League playing Aaron JudgeAunt Irene is a critical Yankees FanHow did the Red Sox rise out of the basement this yearMichael Wacha a pleasant surpriseEarly season Boston Offense was suffering Trevor Story was crazy in MayRotation is p...2022-06-2847 minBaseballBiz On DeckLocked on Pirates visits to talk Oneil Cruz, Bligh Madris & Jack SuwinskiLocked On Pirates host, Ethan Smith & BaseballBiz meet to talk the business of the PiratesFront Office ChangesNeal Huntington leaves and there is a new strategyBen Cherington emphasis on putting the young guys on the fieldEnjoying the gameEric Neander built Thank you to Pirates for Tyler Glasnow & Austin MeadowsMeadows traded to Tigers for Isaac Paredes Pirates Manager, Derek Shelton, former hitting coach for Minnesota & Tampa Bay Lineups can be a bit interesting Ke’Bryan Hayes leads off, Bryan Reynolds, Jack Suwinski, Michael ChavisThese guys really gel togetherOneil Cruz should have come up from the Minors soonerService Time ma...2022-06-2430 minBaseballBiz On DeckYankees Rise - Rays Fall, MiLB Louisville Bats & MLB RundownMark @TheBaseballBiz visits the Louisville Bats at Slugger FieldWhite Sox affiliate Charlotte Knights v Reds affiliate Louisville BatsGavin Sheets & Jonathan India faced off in the MiLBBaseball Family Fun, Fireworks & Fight ChantsSupport your local Minor League teamsNew York Yankees v Tampa Bay RaysYankees continue to RiseAaron Judge hits 25th Home Run of the yearGerrit Cole v Corey KluberThe Rays errors from Manuel Margot, Randy Arozarena16 minutes lost by Umpires trying to increase the pace of playSporting News article details what happened with the Umpire discussionBrandon @SportsBlitzPod gives the MLB RundownNL East Atlanta Braves is looking goodSt. Louis Cardinals leading NL CentralDodgers & P...2022-06-1625 min
BaseballBiz On DeckNCAA Women's Softball World Series with Mary Kitts & revisit Kentucky BourbonsMary Kitts joins Mark as we take a look at the final games of the NCAA Women's World SeriesWatch on ESPN & moreMary Kitts takes a look at the 2 remaining teamsUCLA fallsUnseeded Texas Longhorns ascends to the finalsPatty Gasso continues to lead her Sooners to victoriesKentucky BoubonsCoach Cobb shares his insights into his KY Bourbons teamDrafted by Minnesota Twins5 man infieldAPSPL a new slowpitch leagueWhere do you find players for a new teamWhat it took to get to and win the World SeriesBill Gatti...2022-06-0959 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Rundown, José Ramírez, & Francisco Lindor rule, Eovaldi & Valdez pitch complete gamesMark & Brandon give you each MLB divisions. Who's hot and who is not. Mark Kitts joins us again to talk about the upcoming NCAA Softball World Series1:13 AL East Division2:11 – Boston Red Sox, Nate Eovaldi pitches complete game after 210 starts3:44 Tampa Bay Rays it’s Kevin Kiermaier week with lead-off Home Run as designated hitter.5:00 AL Central division – Twins still leading the divisionRoyals, Zach Greinke experiencing some tightness6:20 – Cleveland Guardians, José Ramírez is Player of the month. Can you imagine if Francisco Lindor was still with Cleveland playing with José Ramírez8:53 – American League9:20 Texas Rangers, Eli White is outst...2022-06-0246 min
BaseballBiz On DeckNCAA D1 Softball Super Regionals analysis with Mary Kitts - Bonus BaseballBizMary Kitt’s Softball Player & Enthusiast on the NCAA D1 Super RegionalsNCAA Division 1 Softball Super Regionals have begunFlorida State (FSU) worked hard and finished regular season with only 5 lossesMississippi State eliminates FSU to enter Super RegionalsCentral Florida (UCF) defeats Michigan in an 11 innings game pitched by RHP Kama WoodallUCF now enters into its first Super Regional & now faces #1 Oklahoma (OU) at Oklahoma OU is always prepared and recently defeated Texas A&M 20 to 0Jocelyn Alo continues to hit Home Runs for OUFinals are always played in Oklahoma Florida (UF) also adva...2022-05-2716 minBaseballBiz On DeckJoc Pederson soars, Adley Rutschman debuts, MLB Rundown & a visit to Nationals ParkJudgement Day is arriving in MLB Brandon projects his inner Thanos and is snapping judgement on these divisions & teamsAL EastYankees have a healthy lead but fans & players still complainKevin Kiermaier leads off with an in park home runOrioles take series against Tampa Bay RaysAdley Rutschmqn prospect debutsRougned Odor making his presence knownToronto Blue Jays, Ryu & Berrios are still strugglingAL CentralTwins still leadingRed Sox & White Sox battleTrevor Story altitude not making a differenceMark fails Brandon’s testAL WestAstros cont...2022-05-2644 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Rundown, Reds on Losing No-Hitters & our Favorite baseball stadiumsDiscuss recent show Randy Sullivan Florida Baseball ARMory on BaseballBiz MLB Weekly RundownAL East – Orioles what’s next & almost win against the Yankees. Tampa Bay Rays, Wander Franco & Ji-Mon Choi broke out of 0 in 18 hitting slumps. Yankees at .750 leading all 30 teams – could they win 120 games this season Tyler Skaggs deathMatt Harvey verdict suspended 60 games AL Central – 8:00Royals took 2 out of 3 from the Rockies in ColoradoAL West – 9:13A’s hit an Umpire, Max Foster, twice...2022-05-1940 minBaseballBiz On DeckOhtani honored, Blue Jays & Yankees farce, Angels Detmers no-hitter & Umpires & FTXShohei Ohtani celebrated by the AngelsMLB Standings RundownAL EastYankees beat down Blue Jays with Ejection Fest – 3 Jays kicked outEspinal Homer denied, Kikichu working on a no-hitterYimi Garcia hits Josh Donaldson & is ejected without warning - Umpires overreactAaron Judge Walk-Off Home RunManuel Margot, Tampa Bay Rays – Player of the Week injuredOrioles rise and Red Sox fall to bottom of rankings AL CentralTwins leading divisionWhite Sox climbing backRoyals & Tigers suffering – both on a losing streakCarlos Correa back from ILAL West Angels leading with Astros on their tailsAthletics taking last spotOhtani awards – AL MVP, Silver Slugger, Commissioner Historic Achievement award, ESPY, Players Choice award Angels Rookie, Reid Detm...2022-05-1247 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Standings, Yankees & Jays & Fixing the 2021 baseballsNo Judgement Before Memorial Day from BaseballBizTommy & Jimmy fightin for the clickahMerry Month of May Defrosted with Stanley Cup, Kentucky Derby & BaseballDusty Baker wins his 200th game as an MLB manager–How many TVs do you need for a Sports Bar (80)Urinal TV & ReplaysRoster Reductions & Pitcher CountTampa Bay Rays Tyler Glasnow warming upMLB Standings, AL, NLYankees & Blue Jays farceAlejandro Kirk doubles & then Espinal hits an RBI for Kirk to slide homeVlad Jr gets robbed of a Hot Box out – no challenges leftAL Cent...2022-05-0554 minBaseballBiz On DeckBobby Valentine & his Manager strategy from Rangers, Japan, Mets & Red SoxBobby V tell us his stories from his book, Valentine’s WayTransition from Player to ManagerRoving instructor in Minor Leagues to coaching 3rd base on NY MetsTexas Rangers bringing in AnalyticsBringing in Tom Howe as Strength & Conditioning coach for RangersIntroducing Pitch Count as a tool to Extend Nolan Ryan’s career Goose Gossage from Plant CityWorking with Steve Buechelle & Tom GrieveBobby V works to build a new stadium for TexasTeams needing a new stadium used Tampa as a tease to where they may move1st non-Japanese person to manage a team in Japan w/ Chiba Lotte MarinesManaged the Ne...2022-04-2931 minBaseballBiz On DeckBaltimore Orioles, Nate Andrews & "Full Count Chaos" take over BaseballBizChaos comes to BaseballBizNate Andrews Host of the “Full Count Chaos” podcast visits BaseballBizNate unveils the 2022 world of the Baltimore Orioles 2022 with a Season of Hope for the Baltimore Orioles Orioles fans are passionate with a strong teamNate walks us through the Depth of the Orioles RosterWho is coming up from the farm - Adley Rutschman #1 ProspectPowerful New Guys on the scene Austin Hays – flashy & fastJorge Mateo – Speedy, one of the fastest in the leagueFelix Bautista – Machine throwing up to 100 Grayson RodriguezKyle BradishRyan Mountcastle – 2022 Rookie of the Year nominee - great things to...2022-04-2855 minBaseballBiz On DeckDodgers & Braves Freddie Freeman & Kenley Jansen, Miguel Cabrera closed 3000Reds, Tommy Pham breaks dry spell of 0 hits with 15 ABs as he faces PadresMiguel Cabrera of the Detroit Tigers advances to 3,000 hits milestone Shorter Games for the fansThe Passan of Time -- Pitch Clock study info from Jeff PassanMinor League teams w/ pitch clock see reduction of 20 minutes per gameOut West Officials - Kenley Jansen had limited warm up pitches on the moundBalks - Blue Jays game - Finger Lickin good - Angel HernandezDodgers Welcome Home Kenley Jansen scoreboard tributeFreddie Freeman gets Silver Slugger from old coach SnitkerDodgers Budget SNAFU with Kenley JansenJake ArrietaNCAA D1 Softball - Oklahoma has 1st loss...2022-04-2133 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Opening Week - Blue Jays & Yankees plus Teams that move elsewhereYankees run into the Toronto Blue Jay with Vlad Jr buzzsawNL West – The Rockies will they rule over the Dodgers & PadresTexas Rangers is the big salary going to be worth it?Giants, Mike Shildt apologizes to Padres, Antoan RichardsonAlyssa Nakken 1st woman base coach position in MLBAaron Judge salary negotiations – Keep the energy on the fieldReds, President Castellini apologizes for remarks on WLWBobby Valentine account on threatening to move to Texas Rangers to Tampa mausoleum Craig Calcaterra “Rethinking Fandom” – Teams that moved Dodgers & GiantsDodgers & Cubs owners looking to buy Chelsea team from Russian oligarchRed Sox, Fenway Group investing in NASCAR & NHL Pittsbu...2022-04-1536 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Opening Day - Kevin Cash with pitching challengesRaysUp BaseballBiz Opening Day & Pitching woesTampa Bay Rays Sold Out on Opening DayShane McClanahan – Opening Day PitcherFirst pitch HBP & Shane’s apology Kyle Snyder brings peace and calm to the moundBright lights & Rays we love - Wander Franco, Randy Arozarena, Ji-Man ChoiLowe & BeholdKevin speaks to McClanahanOakland A’s – Patino – only lasted 13 pages - oblique injury - could be out 2 monthsKevin Cash remarks about PatinoRays Pitcher Injury List growsNick Anderson , Pete Fairbanks, Yonny Chirinos, Tyler Glasnow, Brendan McKay Shane Baz, Ryan Yarbrough, Luis Patino (pending) Brett Phillips – Keeps Baseball Fun on the mound against the Oakland A’sEx-Rays – Opening Week across th...2022-04-1333 minBaseballBiz On DeckWhite Sox - Nick Murawski on the Chicago's Southside team & Opening DayGood Guys Talk Back's Nick Murawski talks White Sox in Locked On White Sox visits BaseballBizChicago White Sox led AL Central 2021 by a 13 win margin 2021 ALDS – what happened – no competition, no push?2022 will be a tighter division race13 of the Sox first 21 games will be in the AL CentralMake sure to bring a blanket and poncho to the gameAndrew Vaughn in outfield takes a fall and an injury GM Rick Hahn made some swift decisive moves to keep the Sox strong Dodgers & Sox quick trade pitching closer Craig Kimbrel & bring in AJ PollockLance Lynn injury Another pitcher injured - Garret...2022-04-0829 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Opening Day with PitchCom, Yankees & Aaron Judge, Meadows to Tigers & Streaming your teamBreaking News on New Signaling devices ProMystic & PitchComAustin Meadows traded to Detroit for Isaac Paredes & a draft pickMeadows will bring strength against the AL Central right handed pitcherIs Tampa Bay Rays infield crowded – any room for Paredes – Vidal Brujan, Taylor Walls & others block the pathTrusting Erik Neander, the Chess GrandMaster of tradingWill Carlos Correa bring the Twins out of the basement?What will AL Central look like this yearShortstop Movement for 2022 – Correa, Trevor Story, Javy Baez, Corey Seager, Marcus SemienAaron Judge – How much will a 30 year old be paid - Next El Capitan?Can Judge stay healthy – will Aaron say no Vaccinati...2022-04-0743 minBaseballBiz On DeckCardinals the Return of Pujols & Brent Cardy on Toronto Blue JaysCardinals decimate Nationals, 29 - 8 2022 Opening Day is 1 week awayCade Cavalli carries the weight (Craig Calcaterra - Cup of Coffee)Albert Pujols returns to Cardinals for a "Last Dance" with Adam Wainwright & Yadier Molina?Life time Franchise players, Joey Votto with the Reds & Brett Gardner is he still a YankeeBrent Cardy of "The Cardy Show" breaks down the 2022 Toronto Blue Jays at time mark 28:41Life without Marcus Semien & Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray Blue Jays rotation - Alek Manoah is a bulldog “Give me the Ball” attitudeShohei Ohtani, 2021 AL MVP, will he continue to overshadow all other players? What about Vladimer G...2022-04-0152 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Mat Germain preps us on the Tampa Bay Rays - what's hot & what's notBaseball Analyst, Mat Germain, takes a deep dive into the Rays tank and discovers good news.2022 Rays lineup projectionsEmerging players, Josh Lowe, Vidal Brujan, Taylor WallsYandy Diaz - his bat is coming to lifeOutfield is looking great with KK, Arozarena, Margot & PhillipsKiermaier & Austin Meadow trade rumoursRays Pitching Rotation - Corey Kluber can be a great stablizer Looking forward to seeing Jalen Beeks coming back to mound. Base Speed – Arozarena, Kiermaier, Phillips gain another baseChaim Bloom and the Boston Red Sox making some moves with Trevor Story NYC drops Covid restrictions for Aaron Judge, Kylie Irving & other NYC Un-Vaxed. Will...2022-03-2635 minBaseballBiz On DeckSpring Training first games & Mary Kitts with FSU, D1 NCAA SoftballBrandon & Mark celebrate the opening of Spring TrainingRed Sox & Twins start it off with a Boston win of 14 to 1, but it's only Spring TrainingBobby DalbecMLB Payroll & Luxury Tax, CBT Dodgers, Yankees & Mets get hitFreddie Freeman at the Dodgers - this happens a lotExpansion Playoffs are you a fan?MLB develops a balanced schedule with more inter-league gamesInternational Games - Dominican Republic, London, Asia, Puerto Rico, Mexico & moreMinor League Bill of Rights in CaliforniaRancho Cucamonga Quakes & Modesto Nuts may be impactedMary Kitts gives the NCAA D1 Softball breakdownOklahoma, Florida State, UCLA, Alabama & Florida top 5, D1 Softball NCAA rankingsPitching...2022-03-1932 minBaseballBiz On DeckCommissioner Joshua Schaub, American Association plus MLB & MLBPA & the CBAJosh Schaub, Commissioner of American Association of Professional Baseball Also What's happening with the MLB & MLBPA on the CBAPath from Scout in Milwaukee to CommissionerFirst days on the job facing pandemic and the environment of the contraction Independent Baseball League joins MLB Partners and maintains AutonomyFirst days on the job facing pandemic and the environment of the contraction American Association was able to field teams while other leagues shut down during CovidPlaying the Game the Way it was meant to beWe Play to WinTraditional Baseball Just says No to Robo UmpsAlumni include Max Scherzer Tyler Matzik, Chaz Roe...2022-03-1052 minBaseballBiz On DeckLou Schiff visits - MLBPA's Tony Clark responds to Lockout, Jeter's departure & potential for new presidentLou Schiff of @BaseballAndLaw visits and talks Lockout, Derek Jeter & MarlinsJupiter MLB & MLBPA players remain locked out – Rob Manfred speaks6 weeks of Spring Training lost - impacts local communities employment & revenueMLB cancels first 4 games of season with a self-inflicted woundDerek Jeter leaves MarlinsWe recommend The Honorable Lou Schiff as the next President of the MarlinsState of the Lockout response from President, Tony ClarkJeff Passan does not mince words about MLB owners incompetenceLegalized monopoly seeks more controlBrandon @SportsBlitzPod recommends alternative sports to watch NHL, NASCARTicket takers, hot dog vendors & program hawkers – the “little guys” who are sufferingFans other options inc...2022-03-0356 minBaseballBiz On DeckLimbo Lockout for Minor Leaguers, Rehab Wreck, NCAA Baseball & Softball update· CBA - How much longer will Fans have to wait · Remaining Free Agents how quickly will they sign Clayton Kershaw, Kyle Schwarber· What's up with the Atlanta Braves & Freddie Freeman· DH – Our favorite Designated Hitters & Free Agents - Nelson Cruz, Franmil Reyes, Miguel Cabrera, Tommy Pham· Rehab in a Lockout world, what would have happened with Kevin Pillar · Durham Bulls, Tyler Zombro returns after serious injury· What will MLB teams do to help their players to rehab and get their health back· Caleb Ferguson - Lockout Limbo means teams no longer provide PT to their...2022-02-2454 minBaseballBiz On DeckLockout, Minor Leaguers paid in Life Skills, White Sox Ticket Scalping, Red Sox sales fallPitchers & Catchers report to Spring Training – not happening today – mlbLockoutBrandon left in the Drive way waiting for his ride to Spring TrainingWatching old Baseball Games videosMLB Umpires shine when compared with The Big Game of Football Officiating compFace masks, Bengals, Rams and WTF. Doesn’t the NFL have instant replayGetting ready to watch the Minor Leagues MiLB Rob Manfred loves the Minor Leagues with a strong diet and contraction addressinginadequate facilities travelpoor pay drafting players who don’t have a realistic shot to make it to the majorsLoss of 42 minor league teams and impact on the games and fandomLawsuits from minor league...2022-02-1742 minBaseballBiz On DeckBaseball Spring Training? MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, CBA & Season statusMLB Commissioner, Rob Manfred holds press conference at quarterly Owners meeting in OrlandoCBA discussions in February are like Ash Wednesday with solemn thoughts & a time of denial.RSN - Baseball Regional Sports Networks & Streaming, Bally, YES networksMLB Owners working on Diversity - compared with NFL issues with Brian Flores & Lovey SmithCBA current history & lockout datesMLB says it is important to get the game on the field ASAPOnce again MLB holds their agreement to the DH as some big moveClubs will not move on MLBPA proposal with changes to comepetitive balanceIt would be like making Billionaires take a Pa...2022-02-1253 minBaseballBiz On DeckGround Hog Day, Gambling, MLB, CBA heat, Tom Brady GOAT & 42 is the answerGround Hog Day – ESPN Jeff Passan peaks out to see his shadow and the baseball winter continues to extend Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt & Bill Murray seek a better tomorrow. Marvel’s Dr. Strange & Dormammu stuck in a time loop. - Time to BargainBaseball fans stuck in Time Loop with MLB & MLBPA. CBA – MLB & MLBPA - Points of Discussion Pool for ArbitrationMinimum Wage increaseSalary Floors and Penalties – Other leagues deploy but not MLBNBA model could be implemented.Earlier Free AgencyCompetitive Balance TaxDraft Lottery – setup to avoi...2022-02-0231 minBaseballBiz On DeckBig Papi Ortiz, Hall of Fame, Fantasy Ballfields, Pitch Clock speeds upDavid Ortiz awarded Hall of Fame on first ballot, winners & losersRoger Clemens speaks to fansRules & history of HOFMarvin Miller the MLBPA & Hall of FameLoveable Rob Manfred HOF Candidate?The Athletic polls FansNext Field of Dream's proposed sites include Aircraft carriersFromhold FieldCollege World Series- BaseballCould you fit a ballfield in Vatican City?Game changers15 second pitch clockPenalties for slow replay callsBaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Spotify, Apple & Google podcasts You can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter & Brandon @SportsBlitzPod Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"2022-01-2748 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUP - Montreal deal is Dead - MLB kills - Stu LamentsThursday the news was out. There will not be a Tampa Bay / Montreal Sister City Baseball team. Stu Sternberg & Stephen Bronfman got the word from MLB The Deal (i.e., wicked old witch) is Dead. I feel like a joyous munchkin MLB says NO to Montreal deal RaysUpStu’s lamentPress conference BronfmanRob Manfred and MLB Executive Committee supported Sister City plan since 2 years agoMore Fans in Trop Stands?How did Arlington build a new Rangers stadiumWhat’s next?Does the CBA make a differenceWhat is the role of local sports mediaWho has more viewership the Tampa Bay Rays or the Ta...2022-01-2142 minBaseballBiz On Deck94- 95 MLBPA Strike, Lou Schiff on Justice Sotomayor's decision plus the 2022 LockoutThe Honorable Louis Schiff discusses the 94 - 95 baseball strike & Justice Sotomayor's critical decisionSonia Sotomayor federal court decision - What happened?Team & Player Achievements stalled & never metMontreal ExposMatt Williams with 43 runs could have matched or exceeded Roger Maris recordTony Gwynn - closing in on .400 BA but came up short with less gamesLou's dual-fan status with Mets & MarlinsMLB Rob Manfred 2021 Baseball LockoutWill MLBPA agree to Federal Mediator What is Baseball missing? – Fans Late Night Games and loss of a younger audience Will we have a 2022 season and what will it look likeThe Honorable Lou Schiff’s book on Baseball and The...2022-01-1940 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Lockout, Minor League Season, Tampa Bay Rays Sister Cities w/ Mat GermainMat Germain joins Brandon and Mark at BaseballBiz to review the lockout, it’s impact on the Minor League season and a deeper dive into the Tampa Bay Rays future with a Montreal Sister Cities programMLB new proposal includes DH – Who cares?Hot Stove has been a No StoveBaseball Fans thirst for news and The Media has little to offerMinor League SigningsInternational SigningsRetirementsLoop the news cycleTennessee SmokiesChris MazzaJim Bowden’s analysis of MLB core economics offerPhysical Therapy or Drug Test – which is most neededYankees, Tampa Tarpons hire first MLB female manager, Rachel Balkovec Tampa Bay business leaders give fans...2022-01-1448 minBaseballBiz On DeckBrad Snyder talks about Curt Flood & the fight for Free AgencyBrad Snyder, Professor of Law at Georgetown and Author of "A Well-Paid Slave" visits BaseballBiz and shares his story about Curt Flood and his legal battles to fight for player's rights for some control over their careers.Career of Curt Flood began with Reds in 1956First trade to St. Louis Cardinals 7x Golden Glove player6x MVPCurt Flood cerebral man, civil rights activistOakland – diverse early days of his baseball journeyRacism in Reds minor leagues 1961 integrated spring training in St PetersburgCurt works with Jackie Robinson, Medgar Evans for Civil Rights in MississippiShotgun Threats against Curt and his family Cincinnati All B...2022-01-1255 min