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Florida BaseballBizWest Tampa Baseball, Music & Faith with Mike BalujaMark welcomes guest Mike Baluja, who Mark calls, Mr. West Tampa”Baluja businessman, songwriter, and baseball historian.Conversation centers on the Little League World Series and the rich baseball history of West Tampa.The Alessi Bakers baseball team & Joe MagadanThe rise and changes of West Tampa Little League since the 1960s.Community roots in immigrant cigar families and neighborhood culture.Legendary players from the area, including Lou Piniella, Tony La Russa, Tino Martinez, Luis Gonzalez, David Mgadan, and more.Ricky Alfonso (“The Cat”) won 3 championships at Tampa Cathol...
2025-08-2032 min
Florida BaseballBizAuthor, Rick Vaughn shares stories on Cubs, Smokers, Reds, White Sox & Red Sox @ historic Plant & Al Lopez FieldsRick Vaughn’s book "Tampa Spring Training Tales," brings the past to life & opens up a wealth of enjoyable stories including the Chicago Cubs, Tampa Smokers, Reds, White Sox & Red Sox @ historic Plant & Al Lopez FieldsTed Williams, Wade Boggs, Pete Rose and Al Lopez are just a few of the people we discuss this week on Florida BaseballBiz with Rick.“Chubby” Cubs owner is enamored with Tampa100th years of Spring TrainingTampa Mayor McKay was also PublisherWrigley moves Cubs from Tampa to out West1952 – Yankees celebrated their 50th anniversary at Columbia...
2025-08-1555 min
Florida BaseballBizBuddy Baseball - building friendships, breaking barriers & an opportunity to playBuddy Baseball, Executive Director, Russ Oberbroeckling, shares the history & joyful stories of the Buddy Baseball League, a league for children with special needsDave Wills' contributions to Buddy BaseballA non-competitive, recreational sport experiencePlayers age range: 8-22, Buddies age range: 10-22Establishment of Buddy Baseball 16 years of Buddy Baseball in Temple TerraceCurrent participation: 20 teams, 160-180 players, similar number of buddiesFirst year Buddy Baseball had 6 teams, 36 players, 38 buddiesSupport from Temple Terrace Parks and Rec department Growth and FacilitiesExpansion from 1 to 3 fields, with plans for another synthetic turf fieldSynthetic turf fields to ac...
2024-07-2530 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
The Cardy ShowThe Cardy Show- Unpacking the Tampa Bay Rays' Strategy and Celebrating Women in BaseballStep right up to the ballpark of insider baseball chat, where Cardy, alongside his special guest Mark Corbett from the BaseballBiz On Deck podcast, affectionately known as Corby, dissect the undervalued yet powerhouse team, the Tampa Bay Rays. In a game where David often outplays Goliath, we tip our caps to GM Eric Neander and his player development system that's been rounding the bases in the MLB with strategic finesse. It's a bittersweet symphony for the fans as Rays fans belove...
2024-04-1643 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 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 minThe Cardy ShowThe Cardy Show Podcast- Mark Corbett From Baseball Biz On Deck returnsHost: Brett GardEpisode length: 22 minutes and 47 secondsOn a bonus episode of The Cardy Show Podcast-Brett Gard is flying solo to talk to our buddy Mark Corbett from the BaseballBiz On Deck Podcast. Brett and Mark discuss the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays at length including:- The new stadium in St.Petersburg in 2028- The keys to developing players in the Rays system- The reason why Kevin Cash has been successful- Realignment ideas in Major League Baseball- Why do Catchers make good b...
2023-09-2923 minFlorida BaseballBizAl Lang, the Babe & a St. Pete journey with Rick Vaughn - July 28, 2023Author, Rick Vaughn, "100 years of Baseball on St. Petersburg's Waterfront. How the Game Helped Shape a City" discusses Al Lang & the evolution of MLB Spring Training in St. Pete. Rick’s front office career spans the Orioles, Redskins & Vice President of Communications with the Tampa Bay Rays. #RaysUpBaltimore, rolling out Camden Yards Rick's book of baseball stories - "100 years of Baseball on St. Petersburg's Waterfront. How the Game Helped Shape a City"Al moved to St. Petersburg for his health & fell in love with the communityBrought the best teams to St Petersburg - Boston Braves, New York Yanke...
2023-07-2857 minAt 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
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 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 min
The Cardy ShowEpisode 25: BaseballBiz Invades The Cardy ShowOn Today's Cardy Show:Dave Glassford joins me on this weeks edition last week in Baseball. We discuss the trade deadline and what's up around the standings in the game of baseball.Our guest:Mark Corbett from the BaseballBiz PodcastMark and I discussed what's going with the Tampa Bay Rays. We discuss the trade deadline and how that affects the Rays. Was he surprised at the Boston Red Sox inactivity? Why do people not like going not he Trop? Would the Montreal experiment work?So m...
2021-08-0942 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 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