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BaseballBiz On Deck5th Annual Goofy Gobbler Baseball Awards - Cold Leftovers with Brandon NoeMark Corbett introduces Brandon Noe who has been organizing the Goofy Gobbler Awards for the past five years.Brandon reflects on how the awards started as a joke but have now grown into a prestigious tradition.The Goofy Gobblers aim to bring fun and humor to the sport, poking fun at various baseball-related antics.You can find Brandon on Twitter @SportsBlitzPod.Award 1: Grandpa PoliticsWinner: Tampa Bay Rays & Pinellas CountyReasoning: Brandon jokes that this award goes to the duo for their contentious stadium discussions, with the Rays...
2025-01-0330 min
BaseballBiz On DeckUSA Women's Baseball Journey, 2010 & forward to 2024 Women's World Baseball Cup with Dr. RingDr. Jennifer Ring visits and we discuss Women in Baseball's challenges, the Trailblazers and the path ahead.U.S. Women's National Baseball Team's & n the World Cup in Thunder Bay, OntarioDiscussion on the lack of a league for the U.S. Women's National Baseball Team.The necessity for ongoing trials and roster selections close to tournament dates.Discussion on the lack of a league for the U.S. Women's National Baseball Team.The need for ongoing trials to build a team and make earlier roster selectionCould name MLB players come out in support of women in baseball – Derek Je...
2024-07-1544 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Rays lineup shakout, Angel flies away plus Bob Kendrick & Negro League statsRetirement of Angel Hernandez, controversial MLB umpire.Mat Germain suggests that umpires over 60 should retire due to declining reflexes and eyesight.Mark Corbett and Mat Germain talk about other umpires like CB Buckner and Joe West, noting that Joe West started a podcast after retirement.Discussion about various sports personalities who have ventured into podcasting, including former Yankees’ CC Sabathia and Rays’ Pete Fairbanks.What would a Tyler Glasnow podcast sound like - “potty mouth”Harold Ramirez and Ahmed Rosario pollMat Germain analyzes the Rays' performance against left-handed and right-handed pitchingLineup changes made by Kevin Cash.Mat Germain mentions Richie Palacios...
2024-05-3050 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Who is moving out & up + St. Pete Stadium realities for Tampa Bay RaysRaysUp Mat Germain & Mark Corbett tracking the Rays with 25% of the season gonePlus St. Pete Stadium agreement it's closer than you thinkFirst quarter lackluster performance of Tampa Bay RaysCivale is pitching well but needs to work on pitching mixTaj Bradley - great mindset - Future AceBats warming up DeLuca, Lowe, Arozarena, CaballeroPulling for future of Brendan McKay - relief pitcher?Red Sox game 2 loss in Boston, Rays missed opportunitiesStealing Bases - who gets the green light - CaballeroUpcoming AL East RivalsAustin Shenton - should have been given more at bats in April
2024-05-1657 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays a winning week with Rockies & AngelsMat Germain & Mark Corbett – Somethings cooking in the Rays kitchen"Winningly Good”Marlins rough roadColorado Rockies – Pete Fairbanks. The balls are horrible. “That’s what happens when you don’t throw strikes”Velo down 2 MPH - Pete doesn’t do well in the coldRays pen was out of sorts in first Rockies gameRyan Pepiot – 11K in 6 innings, was the trade worth it. Glasnow threw 14K in 7 inningsAngels series - Is that Chris Farley shouting from the standsRon Washington is working to invigorate the Angels teamAngels will visit the Rays at the Trop – definitely worth getting a ticket to see future HOF’er Mike...
2024-04-1144 min
BaseballBiz On DeckOpening Day RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays & Toronto Blue Jays with Mat GermainMat Germain & Mark Corbett – Tampa Bay Rays MLB Opening Day Eve give #RaysUp fans the lowdownTampa Bay Rays Roster Prep for 2024 seasonBlake Snell finally signs a contract, what about Tommy PhamAustin Shenton moves up from AAA Durham Bulls to MLB Rays for Opening DayFirst 2 weeks of the schedule includes Toronto Blue Jays, Texas Rangers, San Francisco Giants & the DodgersWhat to expect with the Dodgers with Tyler Glasnow when facing the RaysGiants have Bob Melving as Manager and Dusty Baker in the front office.Japanese Players adapting to MLB how do teams help them, Yoshi TsutsugoRays trade UwasawaAL Ea...
2024-03-2847 min
Florida BaseballBizFlorida Bolts Girls Baseball - Opening the Future for Girls & Women in Baseball - March 25, 2024Florida Bolts 5 teams give young girls from 8 to 18 the opportunity to play in all girl baseball tournaments. Brooke & Lily Greene share their stories about their team and more possibilities for women in the game like the BFA Nationals. Brooke and Lily Greene, who are involved with the Florida Bolts girls' baseball organization, discussing their passion for women and girls' baseball.Brooke Greene took over the Florida Bolts organization in January 2022.She was introduced to girls' baseball by a friend and was surprised by the number of girls interested in the sport.Started with one team and now has fi...
2024-03-2531 min
BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp Tampa Bay Rays last week Spring TrainingMat Germain & Mark Corbett review the Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training and get ready for the 2024 upcoming MLB seasonTampa Bay Pitching ArmsRodriguez on board as Andrew Kittredge departs Phil Maton Jose Caballero – short stop – his speed is electric Ruben Cardenas Austin Shenton Rays Shortstop position evolution – Adames, Franco, Walls & now Caballero Mark misspeaks - Who is Carson MeadCurtis Mead – 2nd or 1st base position similar to Jonathan Aranda Carson Williams Jose Caballero – Super utility guy, aggressive steal bases Mat believes Rays could reach 175 to 200 stolen bases this season Chandler Simpson will be breaking records for the future on Rays speed Jake Od...
2024-03-1946 min
BaseballBiz On DeckPitchers & Catchers Report - Mat Germain gives us the low down as Spring Training starts upPitchers and Catchers Report - Aaron Boone – Having Sand kicked in the Face Mark Corbett & Mat Germain discuss spring training, free agents & team expectations.Mat analyzes the pitching staffs of various teams, highlighting potential ace pitchers like Cole Ragans and Tarik Skubal. Impact of pitchers like George Kirby and Logan Gilbert for the Seattle Mariners.Issues with team owners, focusing on the Oakland A's & their potential move to Las Vegas.David Rubenstein's purchase of the Baltimore Orioles & the need for more accountability among team owners.Commissioner News:Upcoming departure of MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and speculates on potential replacements, suggesting Kim...
2024-02-1649 min
Florida BaseballBizJosh Weaver - April 1, 2023 Opening Days Tampa Bay Rays & the Tampa Baseball MuseumJosh Weaver, Managing Coordinator for the Tampa Bay Museum & Fan Host with the Tampa Bay Rays shares his Opening Day at the Trop and a visit to the Tampa Baseball MuseumOpening Day with the Tampa Bay Rays Start with dropping the banner for the 2022 AL Wild Card “Big Game” James Shields – throwing out the opening pitch Shields, Carl Crawford & Joe Maddon were pivotal to the franchise turnaround Opening Day talent brought the excitement - Wander Franco, Jose Siri, Manuel Margot & World Baseball Classic star, Randy Arozarena Rays Talent continues & Kevin Cash keeps the engine running Cash visited Siri at home...
2023-04-0140 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 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 min
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 min
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 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 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 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 min
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 min