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If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#9 - Ryan PollyIf You Denton Know Ryan Polly, now you do.Ryan Polly has been chasing stories that make people laugh, scream, and feel something real. A writer, director, and co-founder of Weekend Video, Ryan’s work spans from creative ad campaigns for Nintendo, Pizza Hut, and ESPN to his debut feature film MONITOR.In this episode, Ryan shares how a kid from Denton found his voice in filmmaking, built a creative career from scratch, and learned to balance the worlds of commercials and cinema. He opens up about the projects that shaped him, the le...
2025-11-2138 min
Weeks Ahead AI#16 - The AI Tool Turning Months of Work to MinutesMost blue collar small businesses already sit on a gold mine of data from sensors, machines, and equipment, but barely use it. In this episode of Weeks Ahead AI, Brad, Terry, and Mitch bring back Josh Knutson, founder of Lium AI, to explain how AI can turn messy physical data into clear decisions for manufacturers, plants, and operators who live in the real world, not in spreadsheets.In This EpisodeHow a former therapist became a tech founder solving real world problemsWhat it means to “ask your instruments” and talk to plant data in plain EnglishReal use...
2025-11-1932 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#8 - Gary HendersonIf You Denton Know Gary Henderson, now you do.Gary Henderson is the President and CEO of United Way of Denton County, but he did not start in the nonprofit world. In this episode, Gary shares how he went from a successful career in finance at Price Waterhouse and Bank of America to a life focused on helping Denton County families, what United Way actually does locally, who in our community needs the most help, and how small gifts and volunteer efforts add up to big impact. Find out how you can get i...
2025-11-1438 min
Weeks Ahead AI#15 - Stop Wasting Money, Use AI First with Josh KnutsonFormer psychotherapist turned tech founder Josh Knutson explains why every business should “use AI first.” He shares how tools like Claude and Lovable can replace $150K software builds, how to learn faster than ever, and how his new company Lium AI is transforming how humans interact with massive real-world data. From discovering a black hole in seconds to reshaping how we explore the physical world, this episode will change the way you think about time, money, and what’s possible with AI.
2025-11-1229 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#7 - Andrew Pieper and Kimberly ColeIf You Denton Know Landmark, now you do. I sat down with Kim Cole and Andrew Pieper from Hillwood to discuss Landmark, a 3,200-acre master-planned community on Denton’s southwest side that blends preserved nature, new neighborhoods, and a commercial district anchored by H-E-B.
2025-11-0750 min
Weeks Ahead AI#14 - How to Make Blog Posts that Don't Suck Using AIBlog posts in 2025? Mitch reveals how he built a custom AI tool for Benchmark that automatically writes SEO-optimized, human-sounding blog posts complete with backlinks, metadata, and real-world data from his business. The guys debate whether blogs still matter, how long it really takes to see results, and what small business owners can learn from automating this process. They break down the two-day build that now produces full blogs in minutes and share how anyone can apply the same principles to their own business workflows. To see a live demo of the tool, check out our YouTube!
2025-11-0521 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#6 - Dr. Shaun TreatIf You Denton Know Dr. Shaun Treat, now you do.The former UNT professor, Denton historian, and founder of Lil’ D-Tours and Denton Haunts shares courthouse legends, Fine Arts Theatre ghost stories, and the surprising history of Denton’s trolley with a case for bringing it back. We talk walkable streets, first-Friday art walks, favorite local spots like Chestnut Tree, and how to book custom haunted and historical tours for families, teams, and visitors.
2025-10-3145 min
Weeks Ahead AI#13 - How IT Experts Are Using AI with Brian Davis & Joe CravenBrian Davis and Joe Craven from On-Site PC Services show how AI is transforming the IT world, from rewriting emails and auditing policies to improving visibility in AI search. They share how businesses can train AI agents to handle repetitive work, generate marketing content, and uncover compliance gaps before they become costly mistakes. Real stories, real tools, and what every business should be doing right now to stay ahead. Connect with our guests!Brian DavisJoe CravenOn-Site PC Services
2025-10-2955 min
Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor PodcastTurning a Vacant Historic Theater Into a Thriving Community Asset with Brad AndrusWhat does it really take to bring a crumbling historic building back to life—and turn it into a thriving, income-producing community space? In this episode, Brian Hamrick sits down with Brad Andrus, commercial real estate investor, broker, and developer behind the ambitious restoration of the Fine Arts Theater in Denton, Texas. Brad shares the full story: from its beginnings as an undertaker's shop in the early 1900s, to its heyday as a bustling single-screen theater, to decades of vacancy after fire damage—and now, its rebirth as a live performance, film, and event venue.
2025-10-2731 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#5 - Eric PulidoIf You Denton Know Eric Pulido, now you do. Frontman of Midlake, creator of E.B. The Younger, and co-founder of Norman Roscoe, Eric’s story is pure Denton gold. He shares how a college side-gig turned into touring the world, the evolution of Midlake’s sound, and what it’s like to step into the front-man role. We also dive into his creative ventures—Paschall Bar, Norman Roscoe, and his deep roots in Denton’s downtown scene, plus a sneak peek at Midlake’s new album A Bridge Too Far, releasing November 7. Check out his work...
2025-10-241h 10
Weeks Ahead AI#12 - AI Cleared for Takeoff with Scott OshmanOshman Aviation president Scott Oshman went from not using AI at all just a few months ago to making it an essential part of his business. He shares how tools like ChatGPT now save him up to 70% of his time on underwriting, contracts, and market analysis, and how adopting AI has become his competitive edge. It’s not too late to start, but the clock’s ticking. www.oshmanaviation.comCheck out Scott's Appearance on Business Growth MasterClass
2025-10-2236 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#4 - Kevin RodenIf You Denton Know Kevin Roden, now you do. Kevin traces his path from jazz drums and philosophy to civic leadership and ed-tech growth, including ReadyRosie’s acquisition and his current work at Teaching Strategies. We talk Fry Street roots, practicing democracy at the neighborhood level, and why his corner office view of the square never gets old. Check out the awesome things Kevin is working on!Drink and ThinkReadyRosie
2025-10-1737 min
Weeks Ahead AI#11 - Prompt Smarter with Relay HubEver wonder when a simple prompt isn’t enough? In this episode, Mitch shows how building AI agents can take your results from random to repeatable. He walks through a real example using Relay Hub, the product we’re building to help businesses create custom agents that deliver consistent, reliable answers every time. We break down the difference between prompts and agents, and show how even small teams can start automating real work without any coding. To see the product demo from this episode, check us out on YouTube!To stay up to date on Relay...
2025-10-1526 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#3 - Dan BlackIf You Denton Know Dan Black, now you do. From flying planes to painting murals, Dan’s journey is pure Denton magic. You might not realize it, but you’ve probably seen his work all over our great city. He shares how a spray-paint date night turned into a full-time art career and the stories behind some of Denton’s most recognizable walls. Check out Dan's work!danblack.work@danblack_who
2025-10-1034 min
Weeks Ahead AI#10 - How AI Makes Better Leaders with Mason DeckerEagle Surveying president Mason Decker shows exactly how a service-based business can implement AI without any advanced tech expertise. He shares how he uses Plaud + ChatGPT to map his day, auto-build meeting action items, and manage daily to-dos, plus how he’s rolled out ChatGPT Enterprise, and built AI-assisted quoting tools. Practical, no-code examples any business owner can start using this week. If you are a business owner looking to use AI to make you a more effective leader, this episode is for you!Mason DeckerEagle SurveyingWispr Flow...
2025-10-0847 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#2 - Gary Packan and Dustin SternbeckDenton is officially the Halloween Capital of Texas... and it’s not just a title, it’s a movement.In this episode, Brad sits down with Gary Packan (Director of Parks & Recreation) and Dustin Sternbeck (Chief Communications Officer) to share how Denton transformed October into a month-long celebration with 300+ events, local art, and a 10-year plan.Check it out! dentonhalloween.comBe sure to head to the Denton Square to see the cool stuff going on through the entire month of October!
2025-10-0335 min
Weeks Ahead AI#9 - How We Are Solving AI's Biggest Shortcomings We introduce Relay Hub, a new AI platform we’ve been building to solve real business problems. Instead of working in silos, it lets teams share chats, align around company goals, and keep knowledge consistent across every department. We cover the problems it solves, key features like multi-model validation and secure data rooms, and how it can cut out wasted meetings and emails. To learn more or sign up for updates, visit weeksahead.ai.
2025-10-0138 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#1 - Erin CarneyTrader Joe’s? Childcare deserts? Hootie and the Blowfish? We cover it all with Erin Carney, President of the Denton Chamber of Commerce. She explains how the Chamber actually helps businesses beyond ribbon cuttings, why Denton pride is unmatched, and what makes our city one of the best places to build a future.
2025-09-2624 min
If You Denton Know... Now You Know!#0 - Welcome to the PodIn this kickoff episode, Brad takes the mic solo to introduce If You Denton Know. He shares the vision behind the podcast, what listeners can expect each week, and why Denton’s stories, people, and businesses deserve the spotlight.
2025-09-2415 min
Weeks Ahead AI#8 - How AI Transformed Our BusinessWhat used to take days of manual work now takes a couple of hours. In this episode, Brad, Mitch, and Terry are joined by Rebecca, a property manager who has been using the AI financial review agent firsthand. She shares how it has transformed her workflow by saving time, reducing errors, and making financial analysis far less overwhelming.We walk through a real-world demo (using a “Dunder Mifflin” example), break down the cost savings, and explain the tech behind why this agent outperforms off-the-shelf AI tools. Rebecca explains that AI doesn't replace humans, but those who don't know...
2025-09-2435 min
Weeks Ahead AI#7 - The Evolution of AI with Dr. Gurpreet DhillonDr. Gurpreet Dhillon, the G. Brint Ryan Endowed Chair of AI & Cybersecurity at UNT, joins us to share decades of insight on the evolution of artificial intelligence. We cover where AI has been, where it’s going, and how small business owners can use it responsibly to gain a real advantage. His advice: don’t just make an AI strategy, build an AI habit. Learn more from Dr. Dhillon!Website LinkedInTed Talk
2025-09-1758 min
The Real Estate Market Watch - current events through a real estate lens.Community Banks, Conservative Debt, Real Returns A Banker's Memory Is a Sponsor's Edge Brad Andrus isn't just another operator in today's market. He's the co-founder of Northbridge Commercial Real Estate and a former community-bank lender who cut his teeth during the 2008 crisis. That experience shaped the conservative, cash-flow-first discipline he brings to self-storage, office, and industrial deals across DFW today. In this episode, Brad lays out why sponsors who master operating discipline—not market timing—win when capital is cautious and debt is expensive. Here are 5 questions he answers that every sponsor and investor should be paying attention to right...
2025-09-1447 min
Weeks Ahead AI#6 - How Your Competitors Are Beating You With AIMany businesses are already gaining an advantage with AI, but it’s not too late to catch up. From smarter marketing and faster customer responses to streamlined quoting, invoicing, and reporting, AI is helping companies work more efficiently and grow faster. In this episode, we share real examples of how competitors are using AI and practical ideas you can apply to stay competitive and even pull ahead.
2025-09-1032 min
Dev Game ClubDGC Ep 442: Papers, Please/Cart Life (part three)Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we complete our series on a pair of empathy games, Papers, Please and Cart Life. We spend some more time with Melanie and her coffee hut before turning to our takeaways, shared between both games. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Several days of Cart Life Issues covered: the tutorialization in the Melanie story, a whole functioning town, replaying the first few days, real world flexibility, entering a potential failure state, adding parenting...
2025-09-031h 22
Weeks Ahead AI#5 - Better Prompts, Better ResultsIn this episode of Weeks Ahead AI, we dive into the art of prompting and why it’s the key to unlocking real results with AI. We walk through examples of how we’ve used better prompts to review legal contracts, get medical insights, uncover personal blind spots, role-play tough conversations, and create stronger marketing content. We’ve learned that AI isn’t Google. The more context and authority we give it, the sharper and more actionable the answers become.
2025-09-0317 min
Weeks Ahead AI#4 - Plaud: The AI Tool We Can’t Live WithoutIn this episode of Weeks Ahead AI, we dive deep into one of our favorite everyday AI tools: The Plaud Note. We share real-life use cases ranging from sales calls and project documentation to construction punch lists, journaling, and even doctor visits. You’ll hear how Plaud simplifies process mapping, captures critical business knowledge, and integrates seamlessly with tools like ChatGPT, Zapier, and Lucidcharts. If you’ve been wondering how AI can save time and cut costs in your daily operations, this conversation lays out practical examples you can use today. We recorded the episo...
2025-08-2725 min
Weeks Ahead AI#3 - Automating Your Business with Jeff PetersenIn this episode of Weeks Ahead AI, Brad and Mitch sit down with Jeff Petersen, Senior Digital Marketing Manager and founder of GoodHelp, to talk about how small businesses can use AI and automation to save time and scale. Jeff shares real examples of automating repetitive tasks, explains the difference between traditional automations and “agentic” AI, and breaks down the tools he uses, like Zapier, Make, and N8n, to build smarter systems. From chatbots and research automation to social media content creation, this conversation highlights practical ways entrepreneurs can get hours back each week. If you’ve ever wonder...
2025-08-2054 min
Weeks Ahead AI#2 - Which AI Model is Right for Me?In this episode of Weeks Ahead AI, we dive into six of today’s leading AI models: ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, Gemini, Meta, and Microsoft Copilot and share our unfiltered experiences with each. From favorite features to frustrating limitations, we compare how different models handle context, creativity, accuracy, and speed. We also reveal tips for switching platforms without “starting over” and why having multiple AI subscriptions can be a business superpower. Whether you’re a die-hard ChatGPT user or curious about alternatives, this episode will help you choose the right AI tools to keep your business weeks ahead.
2025-08-1315 min
Weeks Ahead AI#1 - Welcome to the Future (Kind Of)Welcome to the first episode of Weeks Ahead AI, where we explore how business owners and operators can use AI to work smarter, save time, and stay ahead of the curve. We share the story behind the podcast, what “weeks ahead” really means, and what you can expect from future episodes. If you’ve ever felt curious (or overwhelmed) by AI, this show is for you.
2025-08-0618 min
Working Title with Zach SamsDenton County Texas is growing — and NorthBridge is leading the charge in the world of self-storage developmentOn this episode of Working Title with Zach Sams, we're joined by Alex Payne, Brad Andrus, and Bret Andrus — Principals at NorthBridge Realty Holdings — to dive into:➡️ The explosion of growth across Denton County➡️ Strategic investments in self-storage development➡️ Why areas like Krum, Denton, Argyle, Sanger, and others are booming➡️ The future of commercial real estate in one of the fastest-growing corners of North TexasIf you're watching the real estate space — or investing in DFW — this is an episode you DON'T want to miss!#WorkingTitle #DFWRealEstate #DentonCountyGrowth #NorthBridge #CommercialDevelopment #SelfStorage #ZachSams #TexasBoomtowns...
2025-04-2234 min
The Jeff Crilley ShowJason Reimer and Brad Andrus, Axis Realty Group | The Jeff Crilley ShowI'm kind of a history buff, and so I love all the wonderful history around Dallas-Fort Worth. I didn't know about this project until our media partners at the DGA featured it on the front page of their publication, a new project that is being developed in Denton: Historic Downtown Denton. I am bringing on two of the driving forces behind it: Jason Reimer, with the Texas Fine Arts Theater, and Brad Andrus, with Axis Realty Group.
2025-03-1416 min
Peaks & PortfoliosBuilding Through Bonds: Innovative Financing Strategies in Real EstateExplore the evolving dynamics of debt and financing in real estate investment with insights from Brad Andrus, Founding Partner of Bridge Investment Group, and Lauro Garcia, Senior Vice President / Managing Director for Stern Brothers. Andrus shares lessons from navigating multiple recessions, emphasizing how downturns can reset markets and create prime buying opportunities for agile investors; particularly through alternative financing methods. Garcia brings a fresh perspective, explaining his innovative use of taxable bonds for construction and acquisition financing. By leveraging traditional banks for letters of credit and issuing fully assumable bonds, he offers a strategic win-win approach for borrowers and...
2024-12-0535 min
CYBR.SEC.CASTGarbage In, Garbage Out from AIDid you miss HOU.SEC.CON. 2023? No worries! We recorded two episodes of HOU.SEC.CAST on stage just for you! In our first episode Michael and Sam are joined on stage by Kent Noyes, Senior Director of AI Security at WWT and Brad Green, Cortex Systems Engineer at Palo Alto to discuss everyone’s favorite topic – Artificial Intelligence. This episode was sponsored by: World Wide Technology and Palo Alto NetworksDo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at podcast@houstonseccon.com Keep up with HOU.SEC.CON.:
2023-11-0221 min
Battery Power: for Atlanta Braves fansEpisode 388: All eyes on North PortSpring Training is underway and Episode 388 of the Battery Power Podcast features Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman discussing the latest on Max Fried, Ian Anderson, Michael Soroka, Elvis Andrus, the new TV voice of the Atlanta Braves, PECOTA projections, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-02-2047 min
Idaho ReportsSpecial: 2023 InaugurationIdaho's constitutional officers are sworn in, including Gov. Brad Little, Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke, Attorney General Raúl Labrador, Secretary of State Phil McGrane, Superintendent Debbie Critchfield, Controller Brandon Woolf, and Treasurer Julie Ellsworth. Melissa Davlin discusses the significance of public inaugurations with former Lt. Gov. David Leroy and former Gov. Andrus staffer Andy Brunelle.
2023-01-0659 min
Dragon Sports LiveDragon Sports Live 1/13/22MLB
Mets to hire Joey Cora as 3B coach. Older brother of Alex Cora
Eric Chavez is now hitting Coach for the Mets now.
Mets Keith Hernandez to have No. 17 Jersey Retired the fourth player to have honor. Sat. July 9
Fanatics acquires tops in 500M Deal.
Angels Bring in Phil Kevin, Bill Haselman, Benji Gil, Possibly Adam Eaton 33,.
Yankees Promoted Rachel Balkovec (34) to Manage Low-A minor League Affiliate.
Jon Lester retires with 200 Wins and 3 World Series rings.
Travis Snider Retires 8 Big league seasons...
2022-01-131h 02
Straight Up Texas PodcastEp. 1 - Brad LelandJared and Jay do a quick take on Rangers All-Stars and the legacy of Elvis Andrus (3:30). Then they’re joined by actor Brad Leland - Buddy Garrity from "Friday Night Lights" -- to talk about his favorite character from "Friday Night Lights" (15:58), film in Texas (24:00) and swap #StraightUpTX tales. Texas forever! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-06-2947 min
On The WireOTW 13 - Know Your Role w/ Micah HenryAdam Howe (@EightyGrade) and 2020 TGFBI Champion Kevin Hasting (@HastingKevin) are joined by Micah Henry (@FantasyCentral1), contributor to New Life Fantasy (@FantasyBallUni1), Roto Ranks (@roto_ranks), and Fantrax (@Fantrax) as well as cohosting the Fantasy Insiders Podcast (@1FantasyInsider) to break down the sixth FAAB period of the 2021 season, as well and to explain how he finished 2nd overall in the 2020 TGFBI even with it being his first ever FAAB style league.
Welcome Micah (1:55)
Dalton Varsho worth you time? (3:34)
Hold Rowdy Tellez? (5:52)
Blue Jays' rotation, or lack there of (7:06)
Minor League...
2021-05-021h 30
Going The Distance Podcast - Immaculate SportsEpisode 022: Super Bowl LV Recap, NBA Early Playoff Picture, MLB Hot StoveBest Moment of the WeekendDubs Report-SB LV Recap-Brady the greatest athlete of all time?-Who's more likely to win next year? Chiefs or Bucs-Bauer to LA confirm Dodgers repeat?HALFTIME-MLB MLBPA agreement-Andrus for KD-Marty Schottenheimer-NFL Honors-Wentz/Darnold/Watson newsMatt Campbell signed through 2028-D-Rose to Knicks-Lonzo to Bulls?-If your the Wizards do you trade Brad Beal...
2021-02-101h 29
Absolute B.S. with Brad and SteveMusic, Beer and Giving by Chris AndrusAbsolute B.S. with Brad and Steve is back in the studio, and we’re social distancing hard! This time we are joined by the philanthropic force that is Chris Andrus. Entrepreneur, brew-master, and ‘dough’ maker extraordinaire, Chris opens up about bad music, how ‘not’ to act in a restaurant, and why being a philanthropic business isn’t a hard as you might think. Sit back, take your mask off, and be educated!
2020-11-111h 09
Brad Leavitt PodcastFeaturing Jeremy Andrus W: Traeger Pellet Grills - A Finer Touch Construction PodcastTo celebrate July 4th, we launched an incredible podcast episode with Jeremy Andrus, CEO of Traeger Pellet Grills, LLC. Jeremy has an amazing entrepreneurship resume from his studies at Harvard Business School, to Real Estate Development, to Investment Banking, to President at Skull Candy and now, CEO at Traeger. His episode is a must listen. He spoke about the importance of culture and how you can build a strong team within your company. He spoke about the importance of marketing, lifestyle and innovation as well as systems and infrastructure. We are tremendously grateful for the time Jeremy allowed to...
2020-07-0459 min
Lost In ListsLost in Lists #3 Oscar SnubsIn this episode, my sound engineer, John Andrus, and I list our Top 5 Oscar Snubs, and John steals my thunder. I'm so excited to have a podcast that sounds legit now!
Also, I listened to Brad Paisely and watched "Guardians of the Galaxy." So, that's something.
Please email your suggestions and comments to lostinlists@gmail.com. Also, if you could please positively rate and review this podcast, I'd appreciate it! Unless you give a bad rating and review, then you are lost on my list!
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2020-05-0147 min
Bill Kelly ShowPodcast - Services capped by Hamilton council, clearing snow covered sidewalks & improving Canadian virtual health careHamilton councilors are refusing to expand on a number of services until they can get the 2020 tax increase below 3.5%.
Guest: Brad Clark, Ward 9 Councillor, City of Hamilton
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The City of Hamilton has been urged to get the snow covered sidewalk situation on it’s streets under control with a clearing program.
Guest: Karl Andrus, VP Community, Hamilton Community Benefits Network
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A new report that was the collaboration between four different organizations reveals their recommendations for enabling and expanding virtual health services in Canada.
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2020-02-1153 min
Greatest Hits Archives - Software Engineering DailyFailure Injection with Kolton Andrus
Servers in a data center fail. Sometimes entire data centers have a power outage. Bugs in an application make it into production. Human operators make mistakes and cause data to be deleted.
Failure is unavoidable. We make backups and replicate our servers so that when a failure occurs, we can quickly respond to it without making the user feel much pain. But how can we test that our response will work before an actual catastrophe occurs?
Kolton Andrus is CEO of Gremlin, a company that works on failure injection as a service. Gremlin...
2017-03-2949 min
Cloud Engineering Archives - Software Engineering DailyFailure Injection with Kolton Andrus
Servers in a data center fail. Sometimes entire data centers have a power outage. Bugs in an application make it into production. Human operators make mistakes and cause data to be deleted.
Failure is unavoidable. We make backups and replicate our servers so that when a failure occurs, we can quickly respond to it without making the user feel much pain. But how can we test that our response will work before an actual catastrophe occurs?
Kolton Andrus is CEO of Gremlin, a company that works on failure injection as a service. Gremlin...
2017-03-2949 min
Flags Fly Forever Fantasy BaseballEp. 77: Mock Draft MondayBret Sayre, Mike Gianella and George Bissell of Baseball Prospectus take a deep dive into the current fantasy baseball landscape. This week’s topics include:BP Fantasy Staff Mock DraftTiered Rankings Discussion – ShortstopFive StarCarlos CorreaFour StarTroy TulowitzkiXander BogaertsCorey SeagerFrancisco LindorThree StarIan DesmondAddison RussellJhonny PeraltaBrandon CrawfordElvis AndrusJean SeguraJose ReyesTwo...
2016-02-0959 min