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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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 Deck
BaseballBiz 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 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckBaseballBiz 2021 MLB lockout, bad calls, Field of Dreams, Sticky Stuff & CBABrandon & Mark take a BaseballBiz look back at 2021 Tommy & Jimmy return with their stories on Field of Dreams & Sticky StuffCelebrating the New Year with our fans – top 10% of all podcast per Listen NotesPeople of Note Shohei OhtaniKim NgRob ManfredJoe WestBad Umpires – Conforto HBP – Braves botched callGlorious Guests – Sara Sanchez, Phil Terrano, Mike Murawski, Nat Gordon, Jeff Brown, Bobby Bass, Judge Louis Schiff, Mat Germain, Coach Cobb, Bruce Voge, John Vampatella,  Brent Cardy- The Cardy ShowBlue Jays journey back to Toronto – Dunedin – Buffalo – Toronto Sticky Stuff – (calendar Bubba Harkins to enforcement to in...
2022-01-081h 00BaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckChicago Cubs, MLB Lockout & the CBA with Sara Sanchez of Cuppa Cubbie BlueSara Sanchez, baseball writer & podcaster share her analysis of what's happening with the MLB lockout, CBA options & most importantly the Chicago Cubs·         Manfred & MLB Lockout Player negotiations·         Past Changes in Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) leaning to Owners·         MLBPA – socking away licensing fees in case of prolonged lockout·         Looking for equity of Revenue Sharing ·          Is a Salary Floor of $100 million reasonable·         Wander Franco contract – change in direction on smaller market spending·         Will we see contracts trending to long term or short term contracts with players·         The Hot Stove blowout before lockou...
2021-12-2153 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp BaseballBiz - Farewell Ozzie Timmons & Joey Wendle, Thank you Ji-Man Choi & Nelson CruzKevin Cash's final remarks from the 2021 postseason on a remarkable teamBaseball America awards the Tampa Bay Rays the "Organization of the Year" awardFirst Base will never be the same as Ozzie Timmons takes a job with the Milwaukee BrewersOzzie talks about meeting up again with Willy AdamesMatt Quatraro eyes on Oakland A's & NY Mets Manager positionsFormer Rays coaches that moved onto managersManager of the Year award floats like a magnet to former Rays coachesRocco Baldelli - Minnesota TwinsCharlie Montoyo - Toronto Blue JaysJoey Wendle moves to Miami to join up with Kim Ng and the MarlinsActs of KindnessRays Community with...
2021-12-1647 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Lockout, International Signings & Free Agency, Manfred & CartmanTim Kurkjian – BBWAA – Award of ExcellenceManfred closes the MLB door on negotiations with MLBPA with a lockoutRob When the only tool that you have is a Hammer  . . .Does anybody, any media or anyone really care about the CBA agreementHow will International League signing be impactedAlbert Pujols in Dominican Winter LeagueJi-Man Choi pitching in Korean LeagueSeiya Suzuki in Nippon League – plays variety of positions – may not choose MLBMasahiro Tanaka left Yankees to return to Japan & play for the Golden Eagles 2 stellar international pitchers who could want to come to the US. Lockout and deadlines may stop them coming to the statesKodai Senga of t...
2021-12-1051 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckBoston Red Sox, Free Agency, the CBA & Lockout strategiesBostonSportsTok visits BaseballBiz to talk Boston Red Sox and the sprint to close player contracts before the lockout beginsChaim Bloom and the short year contract strategyLockout – how will it impact free agentsEduardo Rodriguez – How will the Red Sox replace E-Rod?Carlos Correa long breakfast lunch with Detroit, AJ HinchJavy Baez joins the Tiger den with a 6 year, $140 million dealFormer Rays pitcher Nate Eovaldi brings the fire with 5 pitchesWhen will 3rd baseman Rafael Devers get an extension contractTampa Bay Rays veteran positions, leadership in the dugout, now includes Corey KluberHunter Renfroe with Red Sox  “His bat was on fire. H...
2021-11-3036 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckGoofy Gobbler, Baseball Turkey of the Year Awards, Hot Stove is turned on. MLB Baseball Hot StoveJeff Passan – ESPN contract extensionHeaney & E-Rod, Syndergaard & BerriosD-backs update - Jesse Friedman – @JesseNFriedman  @PHNX_Dbacks Dbacks podcasterMLB AppetizersROY – Randy Arozarena & Jonathan IndiaMOY – Kevin Cash & Gabe KaplerCy Young nominees Goofy Gobbler AwardsDry Turkey of the Year awardAwards, Druncle Award, Leaky Gas Stove Award, TurDuckenGrandpa Politics awardTurkey of the Year award Judge & Contributors - Sara Sanchez @BCB_Sara  @BleedCubbieBlue – Cubs podcaster remarksNick Murawski  - @Nick_GGTB @GoodGuysTB Good Guys Talk Back  – White Sox podcaster And the Winner isSaving Grace Thanksgiving Award Special Thanks to...
2021-11-1858 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMat Germain visits and we talk Tampa Bay Rays Farm, Free Agents, Erik Neander, Alex Anthopoulos & Mike ZuninoTommy & Jimmy-  baseball jobs lost, offered & pizza1:45  - Germain gives us a deep dive into the Tampa Bay Rays farm system & who is coming up2:50 – MiLBy awards – Rays Winners, Taj Bradley – 3:22 Taj Bradley has strong mound presence Bradley reminds Mat of Shane Baz xFIP explained - (Fielding Independent Pitching)5:25 – Colby White ascends the Rays farm ladder through 4 levels in 2021. Could make a strong difference with the Rays pitching in next year.6:04 – Depth of the Farm system reduces dependence on paying top dollar to experienced players.6:45 – Most teams need a...
2021-11-1143 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckWorld Series, Atlanta Braves, Alex Anthopoulos, Freddie Freeman & Free AgencyWorld Series – Strategy, Trades, Alex AnthopoulosCongratulations to the Atlanta Braves on their 2021 World Series ChampionshipHow to build a Great Team – Atlanta BravesTampa Bay Rays model – Erik Neander & Chaim Bloom with Boston Red SoxTop spenders for players – Dodgers, Yankees, Mets, Houston Astros, PhilliesLow Spenders – Cleveland Guardians, Baltimore Orioles, Pittsburgh Pirates, Miami Marlins, Tampa Bay Rays How to build a Great Team – Atlanta BravesTampa Bay Rays model – Erik Neander & Chaim Bloom with Boston Red SoxTop spenders for players – Dodgers, Yankees, Mets, Houston Astros, PhilliesLow Spenders – Cleveland Guardians, Baltimore Orioles, Pittsburgh Pirates, Miami Marlins, Tampa Bay RaysDollars don’t always equal post seasonAlex...
2021-11-0417 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckWorld Series 2021 Game 1 - Coach Cobb & Mark review + Silver Slugger nomineesCoach Cobb talks World Series & Adam Duvall plus Silver SluggersTommy & Jimmy prep for the gameWorld Series games when and where they are being broadcastSilver Slugger award nominees – strong showing with Toronto Blue Jays, Houston & Atlanta7:40 Time Stamp for Coach Cobb interviewCoach Cobb visits and we talk about game 1 and the World SeriesThe Braves are loose as a goose in game 1Jorge Soler returns from Covid with first AB Home Run on the 3rd pitch of the gameMinute Maid turns silentAdam Duvall hits a rocket home runWhat happened to Framber ValdezPundits continue to discount the Braves an...
2021-10-2725 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckALCS & NLCS – Championship Braves, Dodgers, Astros, Red SoxALCS & NLCS – Championship series games 4 &3 Fenway Effect and the Monster in BostonAaron Boone signs up with Brian Cashman and the Yankees for another 3 years are the fans happySt. Louis Cardinals – Mike Shildt fired for “philosophical differences”  Hmmmm……Jayce Tingler spot still open at Padres – Contenders What help will MLB be giving to Minor League Baseball player for housingStreaming of games – MLB, BallySports and Sinclair may be at cross purposes on streaming baseballRon WashingtonNLCS – Braves and Dodgers play game 3 in LA Dodgers score early and late. Fair weather fans leave during 7th inning stretch.Charlie Morton faces Walker BuehlerKenley Jansen closes out the...
2021-10-2034 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckTampa Bay Rays PostSeason Remorse, Pride and Hope - Thank you Kevin Cash & the boysMLB PostSeason games3 teams left the postseason in defeat on game 4 .Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago White Sox & Milwaukee BrewersWho is left - (Dodgers, Giants - pick 1) Braves, Red Sox, AstrosDusty Baker has pulled the Astros from the muck and mire of cheatingEric Clapton - Take a look at yourselfGame 5 - NL West fight for the  final spot - Top Heavy teamsBrandon and Mark who were their early picks  Astros, Padres, White Sox, TorontoReflect on the 100 games won by the Rays this seasonKevin Cash challenge of Game 4 but proud of his Rays clawing backWeak Pitching - We needed Charlie Morton, Blake Sn...
2021-10-1427 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckGame 162 - Wild Card - Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays, Mariners - Dodgers & GiantsBaseballBiz has a few last minute thoughts on the Wild Cards and today's close of the 2021 MLB regular season  Will there be a game 163Who has to win and who can or cannot afford to losePress conference notes from post game Alex Cora - Boston Red SoxAaron Boone - Yankees Mitch Haniger - MarinersESPN breakdown of what may happen nextBasic lip service on the Dodgers and Giants. I mean really, both of them are postseasonEnjoy this crazy day of potential chaos as several teams try to upset the proverbial apple cartSpecial Thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music Rocking Forwardyou can rea...
2021-10-0310 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMat Germain shares insights on AL postseason Rays, Astros, Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays & MarinersMat visits BaseballBiz and shares his insights about the Tampa Bay Rays and the American League postseasonAL Division champs all clinched – Chicago White Sox, Tampa Bay Rays and now the AstrosDon’t rest on your laurels with the OriolesAstros win series over the Rays. - How did Fleming and Chargois performMatt Wisler is in the wingsHow does Kevin Cash and the Rays make decisions in planning for postseason and rotationDusty Baker plans Astros postseasonShane Baz will be emerging in t...
2021-10-0126 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckBlue Jays Take on MLB American League, Yankees, Orioles & Tampa Bay RaysLet's Celebrate Roberto Clemente Day!Tipping well with Robbie Ray of the Blue JaysDid Orioles take advantage and shout their message from the dugoutOrioles manager, Brandon Hyde shouts unkind words to the moundHyde gives an authentic apology to all including opponent Charlie MontoyoNo Place like home, Rogers Centre, for the Blue Jays teamNewer guys - Marcus Semien, Jose Berrios and more make a differenceJays swept the Yankees in 4 games Yankees lose Subway series to MetsYankees last 10 game record 2 wins and 8 lossesWhistle Gate  - did whistles from Yankees dugout signal batters what pitch was to come.During his Home Ru...
2021-09-1425 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckDerek Jeter, Marvin Miller where is Curt Flood at the HOFDerek Jeter inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in CooperstownBrandon of @SportsBlitzPod MLB rundown on each leaders of each divisionMarlins beat the Mets as Sandy Alcantara delivers 14 Strike Outs Minnesota Twins strike up against a poor season but have won their last 4 games.AL East teams crowd the Wild Card, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees & Toronto Blue Jays but others are climbing up. Yankees continue to lose - Blue Jays continue to growWho will fill Max Kellerman's spot on the First Take - Sending love to Mr. SmithHall of Fame inductee, Marvin Miller and  the Res...
2021-09-1016 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUP Tampa Bay Rays take on the Red Sox and OriolesWe take a look back at this past week's with the Tampa Bay RaysThere is Only 30 games left until Post-SeasonChris Archer takes the mound in BaltimoreRays take the Orioles series at Camden YardJoey Wendle Hits 2 Home Runs in the same game in BaltimoreOne of those runs was a Grand SlamBoston comes to TampaBrandon Lowe takes flight with a Home Run on first pitch of the inningHunter Renfroe personal tragedyXander Bogaerts gets Covid and is pulled from 2nd game in seriesWe grew old waiting for Hansel Robles to pitch so we cut him from the showLuis Patino dominates t...
2021-09-0231 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckYankees 11 game winning streak & replay robs BravesYankees & Aaron Boone find relief with 11 game winning streakAroldis Chapman misfires but team still winsBraves, Freddie Freeman robbed of run at plate with Bad Replay callCharlie Morton's thoughts on ReplayWhite Sox - Nick Murawski, Good Guys Talk Back, will  join us on the next showGiants leading National League West Blue Jays woes with Charlie MontoyoOrioles play Angels & look to break 19 game losing streakBrandon, @SportsBlitzPod gives us the weekly MLB team rundownPhoenix - what do you have to look forward to for your premier teamMachado HR stolen  souvenir by Dodgers AJ PollockLittle League World Series - Who is your Favorite Actor?Tam...
2021-08-2626 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckField of Dreams Review, MLB Injury Report & Joey Votto's dog MarisField of Dreams - success or travestyJoey Votto 2000 hits and his dog Maris Topp's creates card to commemorate Votto's 2,000th hitMLB Standings & Rundown ReportBrandon breaks down the potential Wild Card candidatesAL Wild Card  - Red Sox, Athletics, Yankees, Blue Jays, MarinersNL Wild Card -  Dodgers, Padres, Reds, Cardinals, Phillies, MetsIn-park home runs, Kevin Kiermaier, Brett Phillips Return of Tatis Jr,Injury List includes George Springer, Mookie Betts, Aroldis ChapmanToddler injured in 2019 at Astr...
2021-08-1843 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckO Canada, Blue Jays return to Toronto and build a Win Streak - Look out American LeagueToronto Blue Jays return to Rogers Center670 days since the Blue Jays last played at Rogers against the Tampa Bay RaysReturn July 30, 2021 to begin an 11 game homestand, starting with the Kansas City RoyalsCharlie Montoyo thoughts and emotions on the returnNew Blue Jays first entrance to Rogers as a Blue Jay, George Springer, Jose Berrios and Marcus SemienCanadian Natives return Vladimer Guerrero Jr & Jordan RomanoCovid protocols for fans and players, tests and masksLimited Crowd of 15,000 sounds like 50,000Game 1 - Blue Jays v Kansas City Royals - Brandon gives us a breakdownLast Friday Blue Jays give Boston Red Sox a beating with 9...
2021-08-1233 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckCubs & Nats trade results - wake or rebirth, Rizzo, Scherzer, Bryant etc.This past week MLB Trade deadline expired and so did some legacy lineupsChicago Cubs saw historic World Series champs players tradedJake Arietta's pain and realization of the endTrade deadline left many of us with a hangoverCubs: Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant,  Javy Baez & Craig Kimbrel trades. Did president Jed Hoyer offer reasonable extensions or merely insult players with poor insulting contracts that resulted in trades?Jed Hoyer's side of the story.  ". . . incredibly proud of what we accomplished, but the nature of our sport is there are cyc...
2021-08-0641 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUP - Tampa Bay Rays take AL East top spotWow! It’s been a minute the last week. Where do we start.Tampa Bay Rays Trades, Injuries, &  4 straight WinsInjuries – Tyler Glasnow – Pete Fairbanks – Nick Anderson – Collin McHugh - Rays Market Trades  - Nelson Cruz, Rich Hill, Diego Castillo & Willy AdamesWhat happened to Max Scherzer and Kris Bryant joining the Rays?Rays have moved to Top of AL East – Top of entire ALRays beat up on Gerrit Cole on last game of home seriesRays Sweep Boston Red Sox in 3 gamesMark & Brandon review last 2 Boston gamesHill leaves who is left – Luis Patino, Shane McClanahan, Wacha, Kittridge & Ryan YarbroughSharing...
2021-08-0344 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Trade Deadline, Dodgers, Nationals, Yankees, CubsKnock Knock - who's there after the trades ask the CubsNationals Trade Major piecesDeals DoneImpact for 2020 playoffs or long term buysYankees get Anthony Rizzo and Joey GalloDodgers build a stronger base for pennant race with  Max Scherzer & Trea TurnerRumors for remaining trades – Kris Bryant, Trevor Story, Jose BerriosTwins gain 14 runs but lose gameRays shutout Yankess 14 to 0 as Cole and right handed batting suffer at the TropJose Berrios to Toronto Blue JaysYou...
2021-07-3043 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB All-Women Broadcasters YouTube Game a Success as Rays beat OriolesFive Women Broadcasters take the helm of the MLB YouTube Game of the Week Billionaires in SpaceWally Funk takes offAll-Women Broadcasters call MLB YouTube Game of the Week Historical event and a ball game for the same price You-Tubers spotlighted during the game, GiraffeNeckMarc Profiles of The 5 women broadcasting the gameHeidi Watney, Lauren Gardner, Melanie Newman, Sarah Langs, Alanna Rizzo@HeidiWatney @LGRed @MelanieLynneN @SlangsOnSports @alannarizzoTampa Bay Rays pitcher, Rich Hill gives a Randy Arozarena play by play Tricia Whitaker invit...
2021-07-2241 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckGunshots at Nationals. Yankees Fan hits VerdugoFernando Tatis Jr. “Thank God Everyone was good and safe”Shots heard in the Nationals stadium. What next?Do stadiums have an active shooter strategyTatis Jr & Jayce Tingler speak out Kudos to those who came to the aid of othersMLB standings and rundownA few Trade rumorsCovid-19 cancels first game after All-Star seriesYankees & Red Sox – Yankees Fan throws baseball at Red Sox, Alex Verdugo and hits him in the backThe punishment – banned at all 30 MLB sites for life
2021-07-2036 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On Deck2021 All-Star Game showcase of Talent - Ohtani, Scherzer, Vlad JrGiancarlo & Vlad Jr at Little League game?American League beats National League and wins 8 consecutive game in 8 yearsScherzer faces Ohtani - literallyCoors Field hosts the 2021 All-Star GameMedia Clown Show  with A-Rod & Big PapiFlipped from FOX to ESPN for Eduardo Perez pre-gameSalute to Hank Aaron to launch the gameJoe Buck can't pronounce Mike Zunino's name in lineupArenado receives well deserved praise and applauseArts in the game, bats by Gregory SiffShoe designs that Acuna Jr has showcased in the pastASG U...
2021-07-1436 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckHome Run Derby - Pete Alonso RepeatsChampa Bay Wins continues, Lightning wins Stanley Cup Repeat & Tampa boy Pete Alonso wins HRDerbyPete Alonso brings Magic to the Home Run Derby & wins a historic 2 consecutive derbies.Mike  Trout makes a call to OhtaniJuan Soto topples the Titan  - Shohei Ohtani - comes up shortTrey Mancini brings his Notre Dame coach to pitch at HRDerbyDesigner Bats - Gregory SiffBrett Philips takes the field for MLB InstagramPete's Pimpin Music and DanceFlorida Boys in finals - Alonso from Tampa & Mancini from Winter HavenPet...
2021-07-1329 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB 2021 All-Star Game & Home Run Derby1:25 MLB Rundown, American and National League6:48 San Francisco Giants Ugly Uniforms v Arizona Diamondbacks Record8:50 – All-Star Game9:33 Origin of All-Star Game 1933 10:11 Game Location moves from Atlanta to Denver, Coors Field10:50  MLB sued for $100 million by Atlanta11:25 – All-Star small payout to players13:15 – All-Star Selections and Votes14:00  - American league choices – Where is Mike Zunino15:35 – Outfielders, Where is Kevin Kiermaier, Mike Trout, 16:30 - Aaron Judge & Austin Meadows18:25 – DH, Shohei Ohtani19:05 – American League Reserve includes Houston Astros players20:20 – Blue Jays Showing20:50 – First Base is loaded with great choi Jared Walsh, Trey Mancini
2021-07-0841 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Wander Franco rises, Rays fall to White Sox & Mariners. Red Sox & Angels on HorizonWander Franco Arrives at the Trop - 2 years as top MLB Prospect and now finally at The Show.Road Warriors fall  - Rays lose series to Chicago White Sox - then White Sox lose are swept in 4 games-  Rays Swept in 4 games by Seattle Mariners- Wacha falls hard (Good Wacha or Bad Wacha)- Shane McClanahan rises upRays on the Move up and down and out-  Mike Brosseau-  Mike Ford from the Yankees-  Matt Wisler-  J.P. Feyereisen  - Drew Rasmussen Upcoming gamesTampa Bay Rays return Home to face Red Sox, Andriese, Eovaldi, RenfroeAlso Angels - Joe Maddon brings Shohei Ohtani and...
2021-06-2240 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB New Guidance on Sticky Stuff - Injuries to pitchers? Ask Rays' Tyler GlasnowMLB gives guidance on "Sticky Stuff" enforcementJohnny Bench, Legendary Reds Catcher talks pine tarRule 3.01 The Ball from "Official Baseball Rules""No player shall intentionally discolor or damage the ball by rubbing it with soil, rosin, paraffin, licorice, sand-paper, emery-paper or other foreign substance. "Trevor Bauer - has been asking MLB for over 4 years to address Sticky StuffAngels' Bubba Harkins was the first casualty of the RuleMLB New Guidance - avoid rosin & licoriceTyler Glasnow answers questions about new Control of Ball & Spin Rate Umpires will have thorough inspection of pitchers, position players & catchersNo "Instant Replay" of Sticky Stuff...
2021-06-1647 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckGerrit Cole speaks, Sticky Stuff, FSU Noles WCWS, Pirates - Who is on First?Record Breakers- Tony La Russa- Tyler Glasnow hits 500 career strikeout mark- Joe West checks hats for sticky stuffMLB rule 6.02 (c)(7) - No foreign substancesMLB Get a Grip, Jan 13, 2021 BaseballBiz episode on Mud & Sticky stuffTrevor Bauer wants a level playing fieldGerrit Cole is at a loss for wordsFSU  Softball at WCWS facing Oklahoma - #GoNoles watch on ESPN@TheBaseballBiz mailbagPirates - Who is on First? I don't know  - Ke'bryan hayes,  Jave Baez?Auditions for BaseballBiz co-host
2021-06-0929 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp BaseballBiz - Yankees & Rangers series, Yandy Diaz Homers, FSU Noles Softball WCWSTampa Bay Rays win 4 of 3 on the roadSplit 4 game series with the Yankees in NYRevenge on Rangers at Globe Life as Rays win the seriesRyan Yarbrough pitches a complete game - Thank you Kevin CashGerrit Cole does not bring the rain down on the RaysRangers game 3 -  killing it in the 8th & 9th innings going from 0 to 7 runs - Final score Rays 7, Rangers 0Yandy hits first home this year  Tyler Walls - 1- 2 count and hits double bringing in 2 RBIsUpcoming Home Stand  - face two 5th ranked teams, Nationals & OriolesAL East breakdownA look back at Matt Andriese last Rays complete gam...
2021-06-0828 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckLou Gehrig Day - ALS - Astros land hard on AL East - Pujols Dodger PerformanceCelebrate Inaugural Lou Gehrig Day – June 2, 2021    - The Iron Horse played 2130 consecutive games     ALS Disease impact and Attention      Gehrig's Farewell Speech      Pete Frate – ALS Ice Bucket ChallengeDivision Rundown – ebb and flow of teams and player  Memorial Day CheckAlbert Pujols makes a much better Dodger than a grounded Angel   Rich Hill 13 strikeouts at 41AL East – Astros the 6th team   Astros play Spaulding in CaddyShack and drop a Butterfinger in the pool   Astros play 25 AL East games in May & June. That is more than the Yankees   Orio...
2021-06-0357 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Tampa Bay Rays Memorial Day, AL East & Open the Books StuTampa Bay Rays Lead the AL East standingsRays Covid-19 Stadium capacity & the rulesStu Sternberg , inside fight with Rays minority ownersRays win a 2 game Series against the Phillies can you call it a Sweep?Yankees taking a hit from Blue Jays and Alek ManoahA.J. Hinch's Tigers tear at Yankees2019 Rays meet up as Padres & Brewers party Brewers: Willy Adames, Avisail Garcia, Daniel RobertsonPadres: Emilio Pagan, Jake Cronenworth, Tommy Pham, Blake SnellMusic by Scott Holmes, Claps & StompsBrandon @SportsBlitzPodMark @TheBaseballBiz
2021-05-3126 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckJoe West, Vlad Guerrero Jr and Rich Hill break records plus Sticky Stuff solutionsUmpire Cowboy Joe West hits a milestone - Whew . . . Rays Older Guy – Rich Hill & 13 strikeouts most from a 41 year oldRoyals break the Rays after 11 game winning streakBlue Jays, Vlad Jr & Yuri Jr beat on the YankeesMLB  Division Standings RundownSticky Stuff still out there on their ballsThe ghost of Bubba Harkins & Gerrit ColeTrevor Bauer remarksNFL controls their ballsSolutionsHomework - Pitchers who hit the most Home RunsNo-Hitters - Why so manyRays Partners lamentation "Let's Sue Stu"  - (Rays Stu Sternberg Expos)K...
2021-05-2751 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Willy Adames, Toronto Blue Jays seriesWhat would a New York Yankees receptionist would say if Erik Neander called CashmanRays Shortstop big change Willy Adames is traded to RaysFrom Dominican Republic to Detroit Tigers to Tampa Bay Rays minorsImpact of Willy's departure - positive energyBrett Phillips  as a stand-in?Toronto Blue Jays seriesTech Data Park in Dunedin is Home Run friendly inKazmir returns to the gameSpecial Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music "Stomps and Claps" You can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on...
2021-05-2427 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckPujols DFA or Release, Dodgers Dive Deep, Trevor Bauer is Pissed, Jacob DeGrom ILTheBaseballBiz looks at the life, achievement and future of Albert Pujols from Maple Woods to Cardinals to Angels and a DFA1:10 – Jacob deGrom speed, tightness & injuries2:36 – Dodgers take a Deep Dive & Trevor Bauer is pissed5:20 – Happy 90th Birthday Willie Mays6:55 – Same day - Angels DFA Pujols7:19 – DFA compared to release8:20 –  Who Pays What to Whom $30 milllioin8:57- Player Veto with the 10 and 5 rule 10:10 – Heavy Legged and Poor Scouting missed on Pujols11:59 – 13th round of the draft Rays & Rockies miss out & Cardinals win13:50 –...
2021-05-1134 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckDodgers & Padres Rivalry? Yankees future - Cashman, Boone what's next?Can Money and Homers buy the Yankees some love?Phillies Covid-19 ILTwins dark clouds follow them with double-header shutoutZack Hample, Ball Hawk & Gourmet slips upSan Diego Padres v Dodgers RivalsNL West Rockies & AL East Yankees find the BasementMLB team top payrolls - are you getting your money's worthHome Run Math = Championships?The Great and Powerful Oz,  Brian Cashman speaksAaron Boone  will have to make choicesBronx Bombers keep the faith  . . . It is still early in the seasonJay Bruce retires and returns his pinstripe uniform after just a few weeksSpecial Thanks to XTakeRuX for the music Rocking Forward
2021-04-2247 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Rays sweep Yankees at Yankee StadiumRays Win! Sweep the series and BaseballBiz is ready to celebrateThis episode is for Tampa Bay Rays Fans Only - Yankee Fans may not appreciate some of the commentaryBrandon and Mark discuss the finer points of the series and enjoy every bit of it.Fantastic Pitching from Michael Wacha, Ryan Yarbrough, Tyler Glasnow, Kittredge, Diego Castillo, Springer and more.Gerrit Cole suffers a loss.Francisco Mejia makes a differenceYoshi shows Cole how to work the plate and busts out when needed Yandy Diaz shows us how spectacular he is a...
2021-04-1923 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Tampa Bay Rays Opening Day w/ Yankees & part 2 of Lou Schiff interviewTampa Bay Rays Opening Day at the Trop3:29  Part 2 Interview with Marlins fan Lou Schiff @BaseballandLaw talk Sandy Alcantara, Jesus Aguilar mentors Jazz Chisolm, Cory Dickerson, Jon Berti, Chad Wallach, Starling MarteSix percent of MLB season played20:45  -  Rays freeze in Boston with the Red Sox and lose series22:20 - Yankees Series - Ugly Rivalry - Hit By Patch Brandon - "You cant be a Savage if your Soft" Wrestlemania attitude to the field24:35  Game 1 - Rich Hill 6 innings & 7 strikeouts, The Shift, Corey Kluber29:45  Game 2 - Chris Archer returns leaves w/forear...
2021-04-1351 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Opening Day with BaseballBiz April FoolsOpening DayCeremonial Presidential First Pitch - FDR & Dr Fauci  Rundown of opening Games  - cross over of games AL/NLAroldis Chapman boo'ed off field in Spring TrainingMLB Opening Day StartersOpening Day Games Televised on ESPNYankees vs Blue Jays on ESPN - 1 pm LaunchDodges vs Rockies - 4 pm oMets vs Nationals - 7 pmAstros v Athletics - 10 pm Other games on Bally Sports formerly Fox SportsLate Home Opening Days  on April 9Arizona Diamondbacks – NL Wes...
2021-04-0134 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Opening Day Tampa Bay Rays face the Miami MarlinsRays  2021 Opening Day with Miami Marlins Final Home Spring Training game w/ Braves, Charlie Morton & Ryan Yarbrough  Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training record  2021 Projected Roster - Neil Solondz picks  Pitching - 5 man rotation -  Glasnow, Yarbrough, Wacha, Hill, Chris Archer  Nick Anderson - injury   6:15 - Standards Raised  - Kevin Kiermaier and Chris Archer comments on the new team.  24:40 - The Best Farm System  26:50 - The Marlins, 2x World Series champs. Rays facing former plate mates, Jesus Aguilar & Corey Dickerson  25:58 - Wander Franco & Sha...
2021-03-3051 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB wrestles with Opening Day, Covid plus Theo Epstein & New rulesWacky Week in baseball and Champa BayWWE at Tropicana home of Tampa Bay Rays, then looks at Amalie Arena and onto The Bucs Raymond James Stadium for Wrestlemania. Spring Training coming to a close plus Covid and Opening DayGovernor Abbot says Texas is open -  MLB has some decisions to makeTexas Rangers will be at 100% capacity with 40,000+ fans in the stadium on Opening Day. Other teams limit to 25%MLB &  Theo Epstein bring new rules to the game - how will they  affect the game.Changes to the size and fabric of the basesNew rules for Step Offs and BalksPitchers limited to 2...
2021-03-1847 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckChicago Cubs Rebuild or Reload? Can MLB Grow the Game? We ask Sara SanchezSara Sanchez of BleedCubbieBlue visits Mark and Brandon  on BaseballBiz  we discussChicago Cubs 2021 Rebuild or Reload yearNico HoernerYu Darvish & No-WalksMLB self-inflicted wounds - Medic PleaseSocial Media coordinators removed from the equationHow will MLB grow the game with younger audienceHelene Britton - First women owner of a baseball team in 1911Sara's love of the game from fandom to professional podcaster and bloggerFind Sara on Twitter @BCB_Sara & @BleedCubbieBlueMark @TheBaseballBizBrandon @SportsBlitzPodSpecial Thanks to XtakeRuX for the music Rocking Forward
2021-03-1139 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Spring Training - Tickets Please - Mercy RuleMark and Brandon @TheBaseballBiz, @SportsBlitzpod talk about 2:30  - MLB Spring Training - The Origin Story2:40 - Weather Report, Chicago, Detroit, La Mesa, Lakeland FL3:05  - Why Florida and Arizona were chosen4:15  - Hot Springs, Arkansas and Chicago White Stockings7:30 - Spring Training or Sandlot ballMercy Rules - How many innings? 11:20 - Mark's journey in search for game tickets 20:40  - Fans and Players Optimism and Positive Vibes - Cactus League asks for delay to Spring Training?- Economic Impact in Arizona- Applause in the stands for Baltimore Orioles, Trey ManciniDodgers v Rockies game - does the scor...
2021-03-0439 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMather Misfires - Pujols - Minor League AdvanceBaseballBiz measure MLB teams Senior Executives insensitive & abusive behavior. We also discuss Money for Minor Leaguers and Albert Pujols.MLB Executive Management Community Relations 101Kevin Mather speaks openly to the Rotarians and offends Stopping the Service Time ClockDoes not like paying interpreters for the playersLook back at Jim Crane apologyMarge Schott remarks and impactMinor Leaguers looking for helpBig League Advance (BLA) provides money now for a percentage of future incomePando - Minor Leaguers supporting one another as their careers advance or fallGolf sponsors for young pro g...
2021-02-2543 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp BaseballBiz Spring Training - Who's on First?Mark and Brandon Celebrate the Tampa Bay Rays launch into Spring TrainingWho did we take into the 2020 World Series?Who is coming back, Who has been traded and Who is being added to the roster?We analyze the veterans and newcomers.Pitchers: Tyler Glasnow, Chris Archer, Ryan Yarborough, Michael Wacha,  Rich Hill, Brent Honeywell, Brendan McKay and Luis PatinoBullpen: Jose Alvarado leaves.  Diego Castillo, Nick Anderson & Chaz Roe return. New guys, Jeffrey Springs, Chris Mazza and Cody Reed.Who will take the field? Ji-Mon Choi, Joey Wendle, Brandon Lowe, Willy AdamesOutfield, Lucky Boots, Randy Arozarena, Manuel Margot, Kev...
2021-02-2344 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckTrevor Bauer MLB Salaries Caps & Black History Month at TheBaseballBizMark & Brandon discuss how Baseball & Football intersect with Tom Brady & Bauer,  Patrick Mahomes Sr.,  What's  Cookin' on The Hot Stove,  Trevor's Valentine gifts for the Mets and DodgersAnalysis of MLB Salary Floors, Player Revenue shares and Free Agency. Plus a look at Black History Month baseball heroesTimestamps and Topics Below1:45 – Tampa Bay Bucs, Lightning No Pressure on the Rays4:15 – Patrick Mahomes a Baseball Legacy,   5:28 – Crossover Players - Russel Wilson, Tom Brady & Expos, Bo Jackson7:20 – Hot Stove - Shohei Ohtani - Khris Davis - Marcel Ozuna...
2021-02-1150 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckLou Schiff @BaseballandLaw Contracts and path to Free AgencyLouis Schiff of @BaseballandLaw and author of "Baseball and the Law, Cases and Materials"  granted @TheBaseballBiz an interview. We discuss a baseball player's path from high school to majors -  agents, contracts,  minimum wage, injuries & lawsuits.1:12 – Lou Schiff  - from Mets to Marlins2:51 – Jeff Loria, lawsuit, $4.2 million -Marlins Park & City of Miami            5:11 – Tampa Bay Fan pain – “I can’t go” - Lightning, Bucs, Rays7:26 – Where young baseball players start 12:40 – Kris Bryant move to Free Agency and team control14:10 – Collective Bargaining & The MLB Draft 16:40 – Player Injuries - do they get paid during r...
2021-01-3143 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckHank Aaron, Hall of Fame, Hot Stove, Theo Epstein and Spin RateThis week on BaseballBiz Mark and Brandon discussBubba loses Lawsuit on Sticky Stuff with the LA Angels  - 1:33Hot Stove - 4:53Theo Epstein - 12:57is a force to be reckoned with in baseball - -  From Yale to Orioles, Padres, Red Sox & Cubs-  Epstein's 20% Rule-  What’s next at MLBHall of Fame 2021 - and the winners are . . .   - 34:23How does 400 BBWAA members select inductees?- Curt Schilling?- Barry Bonds? Hamm...
2021-01-2857 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Get a Grip with Mud, Sticky Stuff, Gambling at Nationals Park3:34 - 162 Game Season5:00 - Get A Grip - Baseball Mud - Pitcher & Ball9:00 - Los Angeles Angels, Sticky Stuff & Bubba Harkins Lawsuits11:42 - Gerrit Cole text asks for Sticky Stuff21:09 - Why Mud - death of Cleveland Indians SS Ray Chapman - Lena Blackburne solution23:40 @SportsBlitzPod, Brandon talks about Nickelodeon & NFL WildcardWill MLB get Slimed29:37 - Hot Stove Moves Kyle Schwarber  to Washington NationalsFrancisco Lindor  New York MetsDJ LeMahieu  goes where?  Yankees Fans Dis-Mahieu’edLiam Hendriks Reliever signs $54 million contract with Chicago White SoxAlex Colome36:45 - BetMGM & MLB partnership - Sportsbook at Nationals Park45:00 - Stat of...
2021-01-1350 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Christmas Party - Invitation to Tampa Bay Rays FansSpecial Tampa Bay Rays Holiday editionMark and Brandon look at gifts the Rays have sent, received and re-giftedWe welcome back Mike Zunino Looking  forward to RHP Mike Wacha joining us in the 2021 seasonThe amazing moves of Erik NeanderWill the Rays finally open the gift of Wander FrancoLooking back at Nate Lowe as he leaves for TexasA Cardinal Christmas story featuring Matthew Liberatore, Jose Martinez and Randy "Lucky Boots" Arozarena.  Cameo appearance with Tommy PhamGive thanks for the gifts of great players, managers and coaches,  Kevin Cash, Chad Mottola,  Kyle Snyder, Ozzie Timmons, Rodney Linaires and M...
2020-12-2133 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Winter Meetings - The Hot Stove, Trades, Free Agents and Rule 5This week Mark & Brandon take a look at the State of MLB's revenue and debtBroadcast RevenueEmpty SeatsDodgers Lay-OffsPhillies financial woesYankees have to make some hard decisions - LeMahieuAtlanta Braves stock pricesWhat is the Rule 4 DraftFree AgentsTradesMusic by XTakeRuX  -  Rocking ForwardAssociate Producer, Christina Hussey Contact Mark @TheBaseballBiz or Brandon @TheSportsBlitz1
2020-12-1036 minBaseballBiz On Deck
BaseballBiz On DeckBad Behavior in the era of Covid- Alex Cintron, Laureano, Plesac, ClevingerMark and Brandon discuss- Players bad behavior and the penalties. - Young athletes in college and their future prospects - Collegiate conferences decide on the future of sports this year.- Brandon gives the rundown on this week's MLB games and rankingsYou can always reach us @TheBaseballBiz on twitter.Intro and Extro music from XTakeRux    -   Rocking Forward 
2020-08-1228 min