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BaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - New Team Owners on the Horizon - What will it mean?New ownership of the Tampa Bay Rays on the horizonFlorida Developer, Patrick Zalupski – Jacksonville Real Estate Developer, Dream Finders Homes Ken Babby - Founder & CEO, Fast Forward Sports Group & Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – Triple A team for the Miami Marlins & the Akron RubberDucks – Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardiansan informed and experienced mind to the ownership & front office2 business guys from New York invested in 2 teams years agoJeffrey Loria purchased Marlins for $160 million funded...2025-06-1942 min
BaseballBiz On DeckMeggie Meidlinger - Baseball Architect & USAWNT Baseball Sportswoman of the YearCelebrating Jackie Robinson Day with USAWNT Baseball pitcher & Architect, Meggie MeidlingerLook back at Meggie & the USAWNT Women’s team historyMeggie’s love of baseball and architecture blended together Work completed on UGA's Baseball Facilities – Foley Field – Athens GAArchitectural Planning & finding solutions Bullpen and Pitching Lab Design Baseball Journey and Mentorship in Uganda See Her Be Her Documentary film of Jean Fruth & Jeff Idelson - https://www.grassrootsbaseball.org/seeherbeherFilm focus on women in baseball from Japan, US, Uganda, including Maybelle BlairMLB Impact of Jackie Robinson and Trailblazer SeriesWorking with young women at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC)The values and impact of...2025-04-1525 min
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 min
BaseballBiz On DeckOrioles - Nate Andrews from Full Count Chaos visits BaseballBiz On DeckOrioles first team to hit 70 game winsAL East – would you prefer to go into the season as Wild Card or division winnerMomentum v Time-Off before post-seasonSince 1990 – MLB’s winningest team has only won World Series 7 timesDodgers 106 wins went 1 in 9 in post-seasonRestructure the post-season?O’s had 101 wins in regular season last yearTeams that have to battle it out with more games seem to work harder Gerritt Cole – pissed with pre-game ceremony that Orioles injuries are insane with pitching, Felix Bautista is out, Grayson Rodriguez, John Means, Wells, Webb, Cologne, Kyle Bradish all outThank goodness for Corbin Burnes and adding Zach Eflin who is n...2024-08-1555 min
BaseballBiz On DeckMLB Rules & Umpire Ejections - Know the Rule w/ Lindsay of Close Call SportsLindsay Imber of Close Call Sports visits BaseballBiz On Deck & analyzes MLB Ejections with a breakdown on the process & the rules that may have been broken. She shares a humorous & informative look at baseball league ejections on the Close Call Sports YouTube channel On YouTube channel, Close Call Sports, Lindsay analyzes recent baseball plays using the MLB rule book.Becoming a member of the Close Call Sports communityControversial play w/ Tommy PhamPham's path to home plate was in fair territoryHome plate collision ru...2024-06-1048 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 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - 2024 Tampa Bay Rays - Mat Germain & Mark look forwardDangerous Dodgers – just another house of Cards like Mets early 2023 or a force to be reckoned withShohei Ohtani – 2-way player – 2 Tommy John’s – 10-year contract – how will he compare to Aaron Judge results with the YankeesOhtani Confidence – compared to Tiger WoodsRaysUp – “St. Pete Rays” – and the new “Trop” in St. Petersburg not in Tampa with Bucs & LightningWill Rays fans return with the new stadium design, surrounded by night life and appeal to youth2024 Rays changesEvan Longoria, Kevin Kiermaier decisionsEvery other front office would Love to have the Ray’s front office/analytics & NeanderThe Rays team refuses to tank99 games won season and Rays fans still d...2024-01-0744 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 DeckOrioles Lead the American League - Nate Andrews, Full Count Chaos shares O's view from Birdland Nate Andrews, Baltimore Orioles analyst from Full Count Chaos visits and brings a look from Birdland to BaseballBiz On Deck Orioles Rebuild – Mike Elias ‘Rebuild is Over’ Leading American League with an over .600 winning record this year Yankees & Boston Red Sox tied for last in AL East The AL East is the Beast Brandon Hyde – Hats Off to Hyde – looks to be the AL Manager of the Year Strong Orioles Roster, Rutschman, Mateo, Mountcastle, Henderson, Hays, Santander, Frasier, O’Hearn, Urias, etc O’s IL - Mullins & Hicks Aaron Hicks – Yankees tribute upon return to Yankee stadium & Yankee fans fill stadium with bo...2023-07-2735 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 minBaseballBiz On DeckAtlanta Braves & Tampa Bay Rays lead the pack - MLB Division Rundown & Brandon ReturnsBaseballBiz On Deck MLB Midseason rundown with BrandonAL East Rays started season with 13 wins in a rowRecently lost 7 games in a row@Mat_Germain_ projections on bumpy tract for the Rays2 Best teams today in the MLB – Braves & RaysAtlanta Braves had been adopted as the Tampa home team Braves sell out the Trop and take the first 2 out of 3 in St. PeteClassic match ups – Charlie Morton v Tyler Glasnow, Spencer Strider v Taj BradlyZach Eflin – Rock of the Rays RotationLOBOrioles ascend and take 2 of 4 @ at Yankees Stadium O’s - Cinderella Run to the AL ChampionshipYankees GM, Brian Cashman...2023-07-111h 05
Alan Alford Sports Talk ShowAt 9:30 PM EST we have Special Guest Mark Corbett from BaseballBiz On Deck!!!Tonight at 9:30 PM EST Special Guest Mark Corbett from BaseballBiz On Deck Joins us!!! Mark will discuss his passion starting BaseballBiz on Deck and what's new in Major League Baseball. Mark also attended the Ybor City Museum 39th Annual Legacy Awards Brunch and we will get his insight on this too. Should the Rays move to Ybor City? Will get Mark's insight on the Tampa Bay Rays and other Major League Baseball News. Mark will also share his thoughts on the new rules implemented! Afterwards, we pay tribute to US Army Staff Sergeant DeShawn Walker Sr. Afterwards discuss current news...2023-07-081h 35
BaseballBiz On DeckToronto Blue Jays - Brent Cardy visits BaseballBiz On Deck - First games of 2023 Brent Cardy, Analyst of all things Toronto Blue Jays visits BaseballBiz On Deck and gives us a peek into the 2023 season for Toronto & the AL EastWhat does AL East look like – 3 team race – Orioles & Red Sox not in that mix Toronto Blue Jays Pitching Alek Manoah, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Kevin Gausman, Kikuchi – strong mix with fastball, cutter & slider Ryu –what will pitching rotation look like if and when he returns. Chris Bassitt ditches PitchCom & calls his own unique 8 pitches Kevin Gausman generating a lot of hit and miss Alek M...2023-04-1742 minBaseballBiz On DeckOrioles - No Rebuild w/Nate of Full Count ChaosNate Andrews, host of Full Count Chaos visits BaseballBiz to talk Orioles. We discuss the O's prepping for the 2023 season. Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium starts soon.Minor League team names Mike Elias – No more Gigantic Traumatic Rebuild – time now for Lift Off Orioles have 9 of the top 100 prospects - Gunnar Henderson, Grayson Rodriguez, Jackson Holliday in top 12 New Balanced Schedule – seeing every team, every year East is the Beast – AL East Orioles had a better record than half of the American League teams The Freakin’ Yankees – nice guy, Aaron Judge complains about “Wall-timore” Every team fan gets to see legends like Shohei...2023-02-1034 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 DeckPhil Terrano, MLBPA Sports Agent gives back to East Boynton BeachPhil Terrano The Gift of Giving Back in BaseballBaseball community & giving - Pete Alonso - Battle of the BayPhil Terrano – working with over 20 clients. Finding the right talent for the right team for local and international leaguesStudent of technology, advance with the times at identifying what teams are looking for in free agentsOff-season - getting to visit & know his clients & working with free-agency. Making sure that players and their families are secureWorks with more than 57 teams between 30 in MLB, 12 in Nippon NPB, 10 in KBO & 5 in TaiwanOff-Season - plenty to do with Winter Ball. Several opportunities with teams and...2023-01-1037 min
BaseballBiz On DeckScared Shiftless @ Haunted Wrigley Field w/ Ben SabinBaseball writer Ben Sabin joins BaseballBiz this week & shares haunting tales from Wrigley Field & beyondCharlie Grimm “Jolly Chollie” & his ghostly bullpen callsWho is buried in a left field private box?Cubs were swept by Yankees in 1932 World Series Yankees swept in 2022 ALCSHarry Caray apparition @ Wrigley & Field of DreamsChicago Cubs & the 71 year Billy Goat curseNick Sianis - Billy Goat TavernCleveland curse with Rocky ColavitoHaunted HotelsRenaissance Vinoy in St. Pete, Florida The Translucent Man & the White Lady haunt the baseball guestPfister in MilwaukeeA dark Tropicana Field cans send chills down the spineShrieks & Boo's from ghastly Yankees fansWill Aaron Judge be boo...2022-10-2827 minBaseballBiz On DeckBrandon returns - MLB Mariners & Astros - Padres & DodgersBrandon Noe’s suspension has been lifted and he returns to visit BaseballBiz We watched LIVE the end of Game 1 ALDS w/ Houston Astros & Seattle MarinersTampa Bay Rays & Cleveland Wild Card Games - Shortest & Longest games Willy May HayesHow many NFL football games can you fit into a 15 inning gameBrandon chooses the Atlanta Braves for this year’s WS championsWill some team have to knock off some of the rust with too many days off between gamesMark emulates Dave WillsYordan Alvarez 3-run home run walk off in bottom of 9thBrandon asks are there other sports with as many variable...2022-10-1229 minBaseballBiz On DeckToronto Blue Jays continue to rise - Brent Cardy visits BaseballBiz to break it downBlue Jays & Canadian Baseball History Are the Yankees running out of ink to write their story?Injuries that have hurt Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieu, Matt CarpenterYankees needed to keep Jordan Montgomery to defeat the Blue JaysGeorge Springer goes 5 for 5Blue Jays score 28 runs record setting in BostonJays shutout Yankees at Home with Kevin GausmanMitch White from Dodgers now on the mound for TorontoJackie Bradley Junior will he make a positive differenceAaron hicks get to watch Whit Merrifield and his bouncing ballMysterious firing of Charlie Montoyo - what happened – Ask Ross AtkinsPlayers – Sunglasses needed & a hole in Vladdy’s gloveJohn Schneider elevated...2022-08-2432 minBaseballBiz On DeckBoston Red Sox, a competitive and tough season - What's next we ask John VampatellaAuthor, John Vampatella visits to talk about what is happening with the Boston Red Sox.We take a close look at the players, trades and mindset of the team & the fans.Red Sox pitcher, Michael Wacha returns to the moundAaron Judge strikes out 3X between Wacha & WhitlockWhat is Aaron Judge worth, would the Red Sox pick him upHow is Aunt Irene taking the Yankees losing streak?Giancarlo Stanton, Matt Carpenter, and DJ LeMahieu what their loss means to the YankeesBaltimore Orioles are competing again – only 1.5 games out of the MLB Wild CardRougned Odor fiery fellow with Pete Fa...2022-08-1746 minBaseballBiz On DeckMLB Rundown & Wild Card where will the Orioles & White Sox landTommy & Jimmy are suffering Red Sox fansBig Picture who is leading the American League with 7 Wins for the last 10 games?Who will be the division winners?National LeagueSteve Cohen’s Amazing Mets pitching is amazing Mets Manager, Buck Showalter speaks about Jacob deGrom’s return’, “He was something”After 13 months deGrom delivers 12 SO’s in 5.2 innings againstMax Scherzer delivers 11 SOsMets took 4 of 5 against the Atlanta BravesBraves & NY Mets Fights in the stands are not acceptable – Little League players can teach us all something on sportsmanshipTight NL Central Cardinals leading the division by...2022-08-1122 minBaseballBiz On DeckBaseball Assistance Team (B.A.T.) Erik Nilsen discusses helping those in needBaseball Assistance Team (B.A.T.) helping those in needErik Nilsen, Executive Director of the Baseball Assistance Team (B.A.T)Mark talks about Players aiding others, David Price, Nelson Cruz and then discovering B.A.T.Origin: B.A.T. began under Peter Ueberroth, Commissioner of Baseball in 1986Baseball Assistance Team helps people in the Baseball community with a short term bridgeApplicants include, players, coaches, minor leaguers, clubhouse employees, widows, During natural disasters B.A.T has provided a short term bridge for people in need with housing, medical expenses, food, utilities, prescriptions & funeral e...2022-08-0326 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 DeckMarlins, Part 1 - Baseball & Law with Lou SchiffThe Honourable Lou Schiff visits and we talk about the Marlins Moments of Greatness & Great MediocritySandy Alcantara needs some help from the Marlins batsJoey Wendle & Jorge Soler we expect moreJon Berti is fast but still on IL with Jazz ChisolmWhat about the catchingGarrett Cooper’s batting is fallingMarlins are exactly where they should be.Bouncing around .500Even Orioles are above .500Avi Garcia is fast in the outfieldWill the Marlins bring up Max Meyer or will they wait until 2023How do you catch the Phillies?Mets best 125 game team is in the leadMLB teams firing th...2022-07-2029 minBaseballBiz On DeckRaysUp - Mat Germain visits to discuss Tampa Bay Rays growth & changeAL East Hot Topics, Tampa Bay Rays, Yankees, Red Sox, Orioles, Blue Jays, Charlie Montoyo firing Jonathan India, cornerstone for the Reds – one that the Rays pursuedThe Rays are the Mystique of the X-men change to a new shape when neededBrandon Lowe took a solid hit to the helmet last week in the Minors, we expect him to be back soon.Moving the pieces as players come up and go down Strong main players that are out Zunino, Lowe, Franco, Kiermaier & MargotChristian Bethancourt good framer for the Rays What will the team look like at the Trade Deadline?Will addition of Yu...2022-07-1441 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 min
BaseballBiz On DeckCraig Calcaterra, Rethinking Fandom: How to beat the Sports-Industrial Complex at its Own GameBaseball is Back & Craig Calcaterra visits BaseballBiz Baseball team Owners still make money when their teams loseTeams with a payroll of $50 million are guaranteed $65 million in national tv money Social Contract: Fand & Teams - You win & we support you Atlanta Braves and the development of Truist Park & The BatteryAlex Antholpoulos – understands the Social Contract with the playersOwners who wanted to win – Ted Turner, George SteinbrennerMLB owners are finding more revenue outside the stadiumDetroit Tigers – family businesses is Pizza or Baseball making more money for the ownersTexas Rangers & Cleveland Guardians stadium built on public approvalTanking can be beneficial & profitable just ask Houston As...2022-03-1655 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 min
BaseballBiz On DeckFSU Softball 2022 a review with Mary KittsBaseballBiz takes a unique spin into the world of Collegiate Softball with FSU Softball Enthusiast Mary Kitts. Mary shares her insights into the 2022 NCAA Softball seasonJoanne Graf Invitational - The Tribe scored 35 runs in 4 games2021 FSU had spirit fighting out of the loser’s bracket to be in the Finals in the World SeriesOklahoma – Big Home Run hitters & FSU plays an effective small ball gameFSU Pitchers returning including Danielle Watson27 players on this year’s FSU team rosterNCAA Extra Year of Eligibility for players who missed Professional Softball League Fierce nature and commitment of collegiate players. Softball players...2022-02-1730 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