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Author & Judge Lou Schiff joins Mat & Mark
28 years on the bench
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Upcoming book: Attorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Plans for Marlins games in LA and Milwaukee
Visits to Japan and LA
World Baseball Classic
Caribbean baseball fans & attendance comparison with the Marlins
Past Marlins stars (Yelich, Ozuna, Stanton, Realmuto) & team-building challenges
Ownership lack of long-term commitment affecting fan engagement
The importance of consistency in building a franchise
Pitching depth concerns f(Yuri PĂ©rezâs return, Sandy Alcantaraâs status)
Junior Camineroâs dramatic home run
Building a Competitive Team â The importance of a strong general manager and financial strategy. Discussion on past Marlins trades and franchise decisions.
Reflections on Derek Jeter, Kim Ng, and Don Mattingly's tenure. Why Kim Ng was the best thing to happen to the Marlins and the controversy surrounding her departure.
MLBâs Financial Landscape â impact of ownership decisions on team success, the need for a salary floor, and the debate over trade equity.
Should MLB Penalize Team Owners when their teams lose?
Ownership Models in Baseball â Comparing private vs. public ownership, with examples like the Atlanta Braves and the Green Bay Packers
Dodgers, Contracts, and MLBâs Future â Examining deferred contracts like Shohei Ohtaniâs and how they might push MLB toward a salary cap & floor.
Rule Changes Under Rob Manfred â The pros and cons of pitch clocks, bigger bases, and the controversial "Manfred Man" in extra innings.
The Fan Experience in Japan vs. the U.S. â
World Series Predictions & Hopes
Mat Germain predicts the Red Sox could be the next World Series winner.
Hopes for early elimination of the Dodger
Would love to see the Pirates or Brewers in the World Series.
Proposed Rule Changes in Baseball
Lou Schiff wants to eliminate the (DH) and bring back pitcher batting, bunting, and small ball.
Modern baseball has too many strikeouts and misses the era of stolen bases and more strategic play.
Mat Germain argues keeping the DH is an equalizer for small-market teams, allowing them to bring in veteran hitters like Nelson Cruz to compete with wealthier teams.
Automated Umpiring & Replay System Changes
Automated strike zones are gaining traction, with MLB experimenting by measuring playersâ strike zones individually
Believes bias could affect decisions, even unintentionally, due to relationships or experience levels.
Suggests an approach, where calls are reviewed without prior knowledge of the on-field ruling.
How does bias influences umpiring decisions
Attorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame" is Co-authored by Lou Schiff & 10 other contributors, covering 11 Hall of Fame members who were also lawyers.
The book Includes players, owners, commissioners, & managers with legal backgrounds.
Lou wrote the chapter on Tony La Russa, the only living attorney in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
La Russaâs signed as a "bonus baby" with Kansas City but later pursued law later
Attended law school and passed the bar exam but never actively practiced law.
Lou interviewed several people connected to La Russa, including:
Prof. Charles Earhart (his law professor), Scott Ian (law school friend), Judge Robin Fuson (former player under La Russa), Mike Veeck (his first managerial job connection), Bill Dooley (his former boss)
Appendix includes statistics on Hall of Fame lawyers: Net worth, marriages, law schools, and more
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Baseball history through the lens of the 1959 Topps Baseball Card collection.
Phil Coffin, looks back at 1959 through the history of the complete 1959 baseball card collection. He revisits baseball players, managers & stories with short entertaining essays
Phil Coffin, Author & New York Times EditorMark & Phil reflect on their early days at The Courier-Journal Philâs journey from Louisville to The New York Times (1997)
Back in the DayWhen Baseball Was Still Topps
One of the best baseball books of 2024 by Sports Collectors Digest Short Essays on each of the 1959 Topps baseball card setGrowing up in Indianapolis as a baseball fan Watching 1959 World Series between the Dodgers & White Sox with his brothersBaseball History
Comparing reports of Mickey Mantle & Derek Jeter as young prospects Ted (Klu) Kruszewski, Al Lopez, & Sparky Anderson Beyond the statsThe 1959 Chicago White Sox
Tampa Baseball Museum & Al LopezWhite Sox integrating baseball, Larry Doby, Minnie Miñoso, & Al Smith Al Smith beer drenching of 1959 World Series Ted (Klu) Kluszewskiâs sleevelessHarmon Killebrew Overlap of Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball history & Hank Aaron's journey from the Indianapolis Clowns to MLBBuilding a collection
Started with 6-card wax packs for a nickel with gumThe elusive Milt Graff Childhood collection tossed out by mom Path to rebuild the collectionIn âJerseyâ you got to know, a guy to get Mickey MantleBob Gibson rookie cardInside When Baseball Was Still Topps
Essays on all 572 cards from the 1959 Topps set, Ted Williams MIA in Topps collection due to exclusive contract with Fleer Hall of Famer Bob Gibsonâs Rookie card, one of the most valuable in the set Maury Wills, debuted in 1959 but was left out of the set due to doubts about his potentialBaseballâs History and Evolution:
Stories of baseball legends like Jackie Robinson, Babe Ruth, and Ted Williams The evolution of baseball cards, from Toppsâ dominance in the 1950s to todayâs competitive memorabilia market Eddie Gaedelâs one-game fame Endurance of catchers Challenges of following modern baseball with expanded rosters and teams compared to the 16-team era of 1959 Baseball fans connect with the game through history, stories, & tangible memorabiliaPhilâs Upcoming Book:
A Baseball Book of Days: 31 Moments That Transformed the Game, explores pivotal dates in baseball history Stories include Babe Ruthâs sale to the Yankees, Jackie Robinsonâs first game, and the dominance of Dominican players in MLBWhere to Find Phil Coffinâs Books:
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Executive Order â One Baseball â All-Americans Can the Rays bring Pete Alonso homeAlonso would be a strong leader on the team & marketing asset for the RaysPast considerations with Freddie Freeman & Nelson CruzThe Return of Ozzie TimmonsCompetitive Balance between MLB teamsSalary Caps & FloorsDodgers & the NL West SuperteamsRoki Sasaki signs with the Dodgers & International SigningsNew College, new donor, new ballfield, foul ball onto the Sarasota airfieldCBA â Baseball Collective Bargaining Agreement with players & ownersFrustration with elite teams spending like Dodgers & MetsLooking forward to a very strong Junior Caminero to take the field for the RaysChristopher Morelâs elite bat speed, placing him among top players like Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Evan Longoria â lets sign him up as a coach for the RaysVisa concerns for International players
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âBaseball canât truly be Americaâs pastime if women are prohibited from playing.â â Bob Hope
College student to Atlanta Braves employee Starting as an office assistant to Assistant PR DirectorRising to PR Director at age 24
Bob Hopeâs Baseball Career Journey:Memorable Moments with Hank Aaron:
Close friendship with Hank AaronManaging PR during Aaronâs record-breaking home run chaseHank Aaron meeting children with illnesses before games, despite league restrictions, highlighting Aaron's compassion and humilityWomen in Baseball:
The influence of Hank Aaron on Bobâs advocacy for women in baseball.Early efforts in the 1980s, including tryouts at Georgia Tech, to explore womenâs potential in professional baseball.Founding the Colorado Silver Bullets with support from Coors Brewing Company to demonstrate womenâs ability to compete at a high level in baseball.Tamara Holmes, who thrived with the Silver Bullets and later represented the USAWNT BaseballCultural Shifts in Baseball:
Overcoming skepticism & resistance to women playing baseball.Shifting public and organizational attitudes toward women in sports.The evolution of opportunities for women in baseballReflections on working with baseball icons like Hank AaronHank Aaronâs humility & kindness left a lasting impact on Bobâs career & life.The significance of Bobâs work in promoting inclusivity and innovation in baseball.Career with the Braves and Ted Turner:
Managed high-profile events like the MLB All-Star Game & Hank Aaronâs home run chase to beat Babe Ruth's recordWorked directly with Ted Turner, who challenged Bob to raise his profile nationallyBalancing career with family life led Bob to transition from Turnerâs intense environment to Coca-Cola and eventually founding his own agencyCreating the Colorado Silver Bullets:
Partnered with Coors to establish a professional womenâs baseball team.Assembled top-tier coaching staff, including Phil Niekro, to ensure the teamâs success & credibilityOvercame initial struggles to become a competitive team, defeating college teams, minor league teams & international opponents like Nicaraguaâs national teamPitcher Pam Davisâs âGreg Madduxâ-style performance, showcased the talent and determination of women in baseballPromoting Women in Baseball:
Early advocacy inspired by conversations with Hank Aaron and Billie Jean King.Collaboration with the Womenâs Sports Foundation to explore opportunities for women to play baseball professionally.Importance of visibility & equal opportunities for girls dreaming of playing baseball.Humanitarian Efforts in Honduras:
Organized annual trips to rural Honduras for nearly 30 years, focus on building schools and improving healthcare.Helped transform the region with state-of-the-art education facilities and support for the local community.Encourages others to get involved, emphasizing the personal growth and connections gained from giving backHonduras Efforts Donations can be made :via Zelle to, 678 362 4883
Womenâs Sports Foundation and its initiatives.Hank Aaronâs legacy: Hank Aaron FoundationLearn more about the Colorado Silver Bullets
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Mat Germain's extensive research into the Tampa Bay Rays has given him the insight to discover & assess the Top 50 Prospects in their farm system. He shares with us the gems of the Rays and the keys to their future in this episode.
The big shiny Top 50Matâs history with the game from fantasy to blogger to dynasty baseballMatâs expertise grew in his time with FanSided, Toronto Blue Jays & SBNationImmersion into MLB, MiLB & other broadcasts of young prospects for the Tampa Bay RaysFrom Pitchers to Catchers to Utility to Outfielders & DHâs, Mat breaks down all 50 of his top prospects for the RaysPitching from Ben Peoples, Yoniel Curet & Gary Gill Hill,Who could he be another Pedro MartinezWhich prospect could be a UT like Ben ZobristHow many Canadians have made it to the listHow do these prospects measure up to the current Rays on the field, Taylor Walls, Brandon Lowe, Yandy DiazShortstops in the post-Wander Franco eraHow soon will these prospects make it up to the show
Those who have followed Mat here and on Blue Sky know the success of his scouting skills and will be given a glimpse into the future of the 50 Tampa Bay Rays most promising prospects.
So get ready for the countdown to the future of these great players as Mat shares their history, achievements and potential to make a difference for the Rays.#RaysUp
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Gratitude - Thank you to Canadians, including Mat Germain, for their contributions during hurricanes and wildfires in Florida and California.
Excitement for upcoming 2025 Baseball SeasonSpring Training dates: Pitchers and Catchers Report: February 12, 2025.Truck Day: February 3, 2025 (celebrated by teams like the Boston Red Sox).Collegiate Baseball Opening Days, Division I: February 14, 2025, Division II: January 31, 2025.Rays Prospects and Player Analysis
Junior Caminero: Graduated from prospect status in 2024, no longer a rookie.Carson Williams - best defensive prospect in minor league baseball (MLB executives' poll). Willaims combines elite defense and power but still developing his hitting.Chandler Simpson - Stole 104 bases in 2024, known for speed and strong hitting.Xavier Isaac - Emerging as a power hitter, possibly a future left fielder.Rays' System Outlook
Prospects like Williams, Simpson, and Isaac could fill critical positionsPipeline of elite outfielders for the first time since the late 2000sStrategic trades opened opportunities for younger players to riseDrew Rasmussen Update
Signed a two-year extension with the RaysCareer ERA is consistently below 3.00, with a steady WHIP (~1.04)Limited innings pitched due to past injuries, including two Tommy John surgeries.Contract reflects his dual potential as a reliever or starting pitcher, with incentives ranging from $8M to $20M in 2026Team Strength and Roster Decisions
The Future of Brandon Lowe and Yandy DĂazDeveloping infield and outfield talent reflects a strategy for long-term success.Expect a transformative 2025 season with young talent stepping upFixing the Trop is it worth it?
Ex-Rays â where are they now
Charlie Morton â Orioles replacing Corbin BurnesBlake Snell - DodgersNathaniel Lowe traded to the NationalsAmed Rosario to NationalsTommy Pham?Cincinnati Reds & the Tito Effect
Gavin Lux traded from Dodgers to the RedsTony Tito Francona now managing the Cincinnati RedsTito & Kevin Cash have always built strong connections with their teamsElly De La Cruz amazing talent may grow under TitoWaiting for another big trade for the Rays
Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on BlueSky @matgermain.bsky.social
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Mark 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 Politics
Winner: Tampa Bay Rays & Pinellas CountyReasoning: Brandon jokes that this award goes to the duo for their contentious stadium discussions, with the Rays' leadership and political maneuvering creating tension when unity was needed.Mark's Take: Mark agrees the award is fitting, emphasizing the constant political wrangling around stadium deals in baseball.Award 2: You Brought Them Award
Winner: Ice Cube & Fat JoeReasoning: The duo performed pre-game music for every home opener during the World Series, but their performance seemed awkward, failing to connect with the fans. Most reactions were of indifference or mild confusion.Mark suggests a rap battle between Ice Cube and Fat Joe might have been a better way to engage fans. He also humorously suggests an old-school battle between Mick Jagger and Steven Tyler.Award 3: Dry Turkey Award
Winner: Toronto Blue JaysReasoning: The Blue Jays had high expectations, especially after chasing Shohei Ohtani, but failed to deliver. Key players like Matt Chapman were lost, and there were no major improvements to the team. Brandon suggests they might face another rebuild soon, highlighting their underwhelming performance despite their talent.Mark agrees, pointing out the Blue Jays' inability to live up to their potential, especially with players like Biggio and Teoscar Hernandez leaving for other teams.Award 4: Drunkle Award
Winner: Jenny Kavanaugh, Oakland A's Lead AnnouncerReasoning: This award goes to Kavanaugh for multiple awkward moments in her first year as the Aâs lead announcer, including a famous âHey Siri, itâs not your nightâ comment right before a game-tying homer. She also misjudged a fly ball as having a âchanceâ to go out of the stadium.Mark's Take: Mark empathizes with Kavanaugh, acknowledging how tough it is to be in her position and encourages her to improve in her second year.Closing Thoughts:
Brandon continues to reflect on the season's quirky moments, adding humor and unique perspectives to the world of baseball.Mark wraps up the discussion, offering thanks to Brandon for his work on the Goofy Gobbler Awards.Links & References:
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Early days studying architecture and design in Mississippi & New YorkJanet Marie Smithâs work with Fenway, Dodgers Stadium, Camden Yards, Ed Smith ballparkJanet Marie has been recognized by Cooperstown Hall of Fame in the Diamond Dreams exhibitBreakdown of 3 genres of baseball parksRenovations at Dodgers StadiumCamden Yards is the vision of Larry Lucchino â intimacy of an Old-fashioned ballpark Governorâs support of the Orioles after losing the football team to IndianapolisWorking within restrictions & a tether Preservation & Environmental impact Controversy of keeping the old warehouse on Eutaw StreetBallparks are not uniform with fixed architecture and field measurementsChallenge of upgrading Fenway in Dodgers Stadium 3 Drivers to any project, The Schedule, The Design & the Scope of the projectStagger work on projects so that team may return to their home field each yearExpansion of MLB teams with Montreal, Salt Lake & othersDodger Stadium expansion of the clubhouse this offseason â adding square footage that will include accommodating batting cages womenmental healthnutrition Ballpark ChangesPerry Barber, Umpire Accommodations for women in the game2000 â 2005 construction included umpire rooms for men and women to dress in separate areas and have a common room to meetPNC Park & others were built to give that room to women umpires were not used as women have not been brought up into MLB. Some of that room has been repurposed to Mascots, etc.Advancement of Women in Baseball across several different disciplines, Finance, Legal, Public Relations, Ticketing, Nutrition, Mental HealthJanet Marie - sometimes best ideas come from people with background outside off sportsFrank Robinson â ultimate insider â secret weapon on development on Camden YardsLarry Lucchino posits â How can the 2 smallest parks pull the greatest number of fans to the fieldWomen in the game today, Catie Griggs, President of Business Operations, Baltimore Orioles as well as Kim Ng former GM of the MarlinsCelebrating Toni Stone
You have been listening to a Women in Baseball edition of BaseballBiz On Deck, with special guest, Janet Marie Smith, Senior Vice President of Planning and Development for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Special Thanks to Gianna Daniece & Rick Vaughn for making this episode possible.
Thank you all for listening and remember , you can find Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social You may also find Baseball Biz on Deck, on iHeart, Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck.com.
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Caleb Durbin â more like Dustin Pedroia or Jon Berti style of player?Durbin is ElectricWhat can we expect from the Blue Jays in the AL EastBlue Jays pitching is getting older but not as dominant in past yearsWhat do they have for pitching in the minors Willy Adames encourages Corbin Burnes to join the Giants rotationsFree Agents at large â Tommy Pham, Charlie Morton, Kirby Yates, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, Many older pitchers may wait until mid-season until they sign like Roger ClemensOther pitchers still as free agents include Patrick Burnes, Jose Quintana, Sean ManaeaTampa Bay Rays need more experienced leaders for their team â Charlie Morton & Jason HeywardWizard of Oz, Rob Manfred came to Tampa BayGeorge Steinbrenner Field â Yankees Spring Training Stu Sternberg strategy for the future of the TB Rays ballpark Pinellas County Commissioner Chris Latvala loves MLB Commissioner Rob ManfredWill MLB pay the cost overruns for the new Rays Stadium and find a new owner for the Tampa Bay RaysGeorge M. Steinbrenner Field â 2025 Home Field for Tampa Bay RaysHow will a healthy Brandon Lowe, Josh Lowe & Jonathan Aranda impact the 2025 seasonJanet Marie Smith, VP of Planning & Development â Fenway, Camden Yards & Dodgers StadiumChristmas Lobster Dinner with Matâs family â plus breakfast Creamed Lobster with Scrambled EggsStrawberry Pretzel Dessert Dish Christmas favorite with Markâs familyCurt Floodâs Christmas Eve letter to Bowie Kuhn â precursor to Free AgencyTed Lindsay â linchpin of the players union in Canada â another courageous player who fought for the rights of all playersCurt Flood issue with Cardinals and they did not want to pay his salaryFlood collected the first hit in a major league game in Canada. General Hospital has nothing on Major League BaseballComparing Nolan Arenadoâs & Curt Floodâs experience with the CardinalsChristmas wishes â no blackouts of ballgamesRemember to thank those who serve us both near and far awayReminder to serve others who are in need or people who do not have someone to celebrate the holydays with.
Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas. Ho, Ho, Ho,
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The Scott Boras Effect & Player DisadvantagesJuan Soto's Big Contract and the Gambling Industry Influence on SalariesWhy Soto Chose the MetsSteve Cohen's Impact on the Mets and MLBMark shares a conversation with Lou Schiff about Steve Cohen's ownership, with Lou wishing Cohen owned every MLB team for his commitment to winning and willingness to spend money.Mat reflects on how Cohenâs approach contrasts with other owners, driving the Mets to become true championship contenders.The Blue Jays and Their MisstepsBlue Jays for focusing on signing Juan Soto instead of solidifying their system by locking down Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and building a competitive roster.Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s potential departure, especially if the Jays donât show more commitment to winning.Will White Sox be sold to a Montreal-based ownership groupVladdy Guerrero Jr. could find a home with the AngelsMLB Spring Training and player signingsThe influence of gambling on MLB contractsThe rivalry between the Mets and YankeesSteve Cohenâs impact on the Mets' financial commitmentThe Blue Jays' struggles to build a competitive teamPotential future for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Blue Jays never have exceeded the luxury taxShould have forgottend Soto and signed Max Fried & Willy AdamesWill Bo Bichette & Vlad Jr stick aroundBlue Jays pitchers are aging$23 million a yearShould have considered Ketel Martinez and saved 7 million more to 2nd baseman AndrĂ©s GimĂ©nezWill Vladdy Jr continue to stay with the Blue JaysMontreal baseball expanded franchise â could that be a future home for VladdyRed Sox & No Soto â decisions to be made â Rafael DeversThe Rangers have a deep roster including Nate EovaldiPeek over the fence with Rule 5Orioles brought in Gary Sanchez & Tyler OâNeillWill Orioles bring back Teoscar Hernandez to their young teamTrevor Rogers the best LHP for the Blue JaysAL East â what it will look like in 2025Shane McClanahan will be returning to the Tampa Bay RaysHow Rule 5 gives a lot of players into the show who otherwise may not rise up on their current teamAnthony Santander was lifted up years ago on Rule 5If you return a player you took from Rule 5 then original team must pay you 50K to get them backRays in Rule 5Bring in the Hammer â Dan Hammer from the Orioles & Jake BrentzRays are committed to keeping open spaces for the guys that they may bring back up including Carson Williams, Chandle Simpson, Ahmed RosarioSeiya Suzuki could anchor the Rays outfield - $19 million a yearThe Return of Tony Francona â now with the Cincinnati Reds 46: - Caitlin Clark â WNBA â Basketball Card â more than annual salaryDr. Leslie Heaphy, IWBC, on the Cooperstown, Hall of Fame Eras committeeExpansion teams by 2030? Montreal already vetted by MLB â Would Stephen Bronfman show same commitment as a Steve CohenMontreal government is spending $870 million on a new roof for their stadium â should they buy an existing franchise or be part of the expansion â maybe White Sox or AâsMontreal, Salt Lake City, NashvilleThe Angels â Ron Washington â supports and builds his players and holds them accountableRon wants hungry players that are teachableBring us a healthy season for Mike TroutJust a reminder you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. Thatâs @matgermain.bsky.social or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thank s to XTaKeRuX for the music âRocking Forward
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Rays Stadium - John Fisher money & motivation in Vegas with the A's satireTradition vs. Modernization in BaseballGolden Bat rule challenges the traditions of baseball. MLB becomes the Savannah Bananas Field Dimensions and Fairness in Baseball: large market edgeOther Ideas from Fans for changes: Fans from the stands being selected to play an inning or take an at-bat.Pitchers being required to hit but allowed to use aluminum bats.A proposal for teams to have two women on the roster.Incentivizing Team PerformanceRob Manfredâs Legacy: âjust a piece of metal.â lack of passion for the game & impact of his leadership.Juan Soto impact with smaller marketsTeam Building and Free Agency: the importance of star players committing to smaller market teams and how it could shape their legacy.Historical Winter Meetings: 1988 and 2014 meetings, and how teams like the Texas Rangers & Los Angeles Dodgers made significant trades and acquisitionsCompetitive Balance in MLB: Blake Snell signing with the Dodgers.Juan Sotoâs impending free agency and potential destinations.Freddie Freeman and his impact with the Dodgers vs. the Rays.Historical Trades: Texas Rangers (1988), Dodgers (2014).Rob Manfredâs will he retire as commissioner by 2030Incentivizing Competitive Balance: Would penalties for losses help improve the competitiveness of MLB?Can small-market teams make an impact by signing starsTeams spending Floors & Ceilings needed as large-market teams outspending smaller-market teams and creating an uneven playing field. Fixing the MLB System: fix the financial imbalanceânot as a bargaining chip with players, but as a necessary step to protect the integrity of the league. The Importance of Retaining Star Players:A Call for League Balance: where all teams have a fair shot at retaining star talent and competing. Merging MiLB with NCAA would increase exposure and viewership.Savannah Bananas Influence on MLBStadium Drama with Oakland A's & the Tampa Bay RaysFrustration felt by Rays fans, taxpayers, and the local community.Therapy needed for fans to "heal" from years of stadium uncertainty.Women in BaseballIsla Borders, Meggie Meidlinger, and Kelsie Whitmore, women who have had professional baseball careerspotential of women playing in MLB when demonstrating elite skills, citing examples from other sports like hockey.Rachel Balkovec (player development with the Marlins) Veronica Alvarez (coach for the USAWNT) pioneers in coaching roles.The Future of Womenâs Professional Baseball Potential for a professional womenâs baseball league and the challenges women might face in breaking into MLB.The idea of merging smaller womenâs leagues for greater comparisons to the early days of the NFL.Winter Meetings and the Rule 5 DraftBig contract signings will be discussed and trades are expected.The Rule 5 Draft will also provide insight into team strategies.Juan Soto potentially commanding a $600 million deal
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Happy Thanksgiving from BaseballBiz On Deck
All primed up for the Rays Prospects ListMat's conversation with Baseball America, J.J. CooperBlake Snell - $185 million 5-year contract with the DodgersMLB - 10 teams that can afford to compete remaining 20 must struggleOhtani timeline of wealthBillionaires who seek funding for stadiumRays Stadium challenges with Brian Auld, Pinellas County & Cisty of St. PeteYankees Steinbrenner stadium new stadiumGenesis Cabrera to Mets Trip to Vegas2 Franchises playing in minor league stadiums - A's & RaysWhite Sox needs to maximize the value of Garrett Crochet, Louis RobertWhite Sox need to flip the attitude â perhaps new faces will infuse the teamAlex Anthopolous trades & signings in Montreal built talentWhite Sox need to have a complete overhaul of their systemThe Aâs were building in 2024 with Brett Rooke and their Catchers Mark tired of hearing about if and when on the stadiumHurricane changed the stadium circumstancesKen Hagan on bringing the Rays to Ybor â we need to talk with Tampa developer Darryl ShawTraffic to St Pete compared to TampaBaseball America â Top 10 Tampa Bay Rays prospectsHow do they measure grades of top prospects â Carson WilliamsComparison of Williams & Taylor Walls as a shortstopimagine if Taylor Walls merged with Junior CamineroLookout for Brayden TaylorWhere will Xavier Isaac and Treâ Morgan be playing Baseball America gave Treâ Morgan an 80 grade for fieldingGary Gill Hale pitcher grade â a closer could become a starter like Blake Snell in timeEncourage fans to subscribe to Baseball America for more insights to the gameMat keeps us positive as Rays fansLove affair between the Rays & the City of TampaRoller Coaster ride of the Rays stadium issue â what will MLB learnMat Germain on Blue Sky - @matgermain.bsky.social Matâs Blue Sky Starter Packs for Rays FansJust a reminder you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. Thatâs @matgermain.bsky.social or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social
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USAWNT Baseball Player â Beth Greenwood - Women in BaseballPlayer Development Coach Won the Championship with the Comets at the AmericanGirlsBaseball.orgPath to the USAWNT Baseball teamMaking the 40 player team with Ila Borders, Meggie Meidlinger, Tamara HolmesCompetition to make it to the final roster becomes more challenging year after yearCatchers the Managers of tomorrowAl Lopez, historic catcher/manager at Tampa Baseball MuseumCatchers like Veronica Alvarez who took the tough job when others deferred in youth baseballFacing the hard throwing pitchersMaking adjustments â getting tighter and tighter to the plate Beth working with Player Development in Phillies program / Jersey Shore Blue ClawsWhat is Player Development â Helping Players to advance to the big leagues through game planning, nutrition, Excitement for development of a Womenâs Professional Baseball League Professional League will give women a full-time job to focus on being an athlete and will increase the level of play Many women who play baseball need an alternate source for income. Some who have become architects, coaches & firefighters like Veronica Alvarez, Tamara Holmes, Valerie PerezWomens Professional Baseball League, Kat Williams & Leslie Heaphy Jason Varitek of Boston Red Sox was Bethâs baseball favorite catcher as a youngsterLater Beth later looked to USAWNT players for favorite playersRachel Balkovec â wore a lot of hats to advance in baseball strength coach, batting coach, manager of Tampa Tarpons, now director of Player Development for the MarlinsWhile working with the Threshers, a Phillies affiliate Beth met Rachel BalkovecBenches emptied between Threshers & Tarpons â a lot of emotionBaseball Travel what a calendar year looks likeBeth is playing at Roy Hobbs tournament this week in Fort Myers FloridaA fly on the wall in the 40âs & 50âs listen to AAGPBL playersMaybelle Blair, Shirley Burkovich are some of the AAGPBL legends that Beth has metFuture of Womenâs Professional Baseball LeagueLook into the future with Michael Goodmon toward a Womenâs LeagueHope that all Womenâs baseball groups can come together to make a league happenBeth remembers playing in 2011 with Baseball for All girls teams & tournamentGreenwoodâs performance with the Comets at AGB, DurhamBeth recounts 7th inning of tournament Bases loaded, full count, payoff pitch, foul tip into Bethâs glove Roy Hobbs tournament this weekend in Fort Myers - https://royhobbs.com/world-series/schedules/women-team
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Beth catches for the Comets in this championship game - https://www.mlb.com/video/agb-peaches-vs-agb-comets-138730 - check out at 2:23 timestamp for top of 7th.
Third Annual All-American Womenâs Baseball Classic Results - https://americangirlsbaseball.org/third-annual-all-american-womens-baseball-classic/Mark is on BlueSky at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social & and at http://www.baseballbizondeck.com
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Hurricane Brain in Tampa BayPinellas County Commission vote to not vote on Rays stadium bondWhere does the county funds come from to build a new stadiumTimeline of approval of Rays deal with both the City of St Pete & Pinellas countyCounty Bed Tax â can only be used for tourism â cannot be used for renourishing the beachesTimelines & Delays are not helped by Stuâs antagonistic communicationsCommissioner Brian Scott â shows disappointment with Stu & Tampa Bay Timesâ headlines âEnd of the stadium deal?Reflect Reds Castellini & White Sox Reinsdorf poor communicationsWhen Billionaires speak people listenNeed Erik Neander to negotiateMLB teams as a tax havenQuebec govt putting on a $875 million roof for their stadiumOther options for Rays â Montreal, Nashville &County Commissioners Brian Scott & Kathleen Peters â Rays stadium investment will be a generational & transformative action for the futureâreeks of corporate selfishnessâ a commissionerâs remarks of Rays recent media tacticIs it Rays strategy to motivate commissioners to vote no & give Stu option to move RaysWhat if MLB Commissioner, Rob Manfred, visited Tampa Bay and brokered a deal with Rays & Yankees at Steinbrenner Field, add 5,000 sitePinellas fields not suitable for the Rays to hold their 2025 seasonBlue Jays 2020 @ Sahlen fieldJose Siri traded to New York Mets, for reliever Eric OrzeWill Chandler Simpson a roster spotCould Dylan Carlson replace SiriWillie Adames â ex-Ray â declines Brewers qualifying offerCould Willy land with Dodgers or Tigers â what about Javy BaezAngels should release Francisco Lindor bring in Adames â Eeyore to Tigger moveBret Phillips now a pitcher and a future as a broadcasterBallySports - FanDuel â Diamond Team BroadcastingUtah Jazz - unique model, broadcasts local games live and is still profitablePerth Heat â Australian Baseball League â Tampa Bay RaysEyes on Angel MateoPost-season viewing & reading Beyond baseball:Mat: Itâs not all about Batman â The Penguin & the Marvelous Miss MaiselMark: Ila Borders book â Making my Pitch & watching Saint of Second ChancesRoki Sasaki in the Rays future?What would Rays rotation look like with SasakiHow will stadium issues impact Free Agents attraction to the Tampa Bay RaysReflect on Nate Eovaldi & Wilson Ramos signings as players who came to the Rays as they needed to rebuild their valueExpect the Rays to be aggressive in possibly bringing on Danny Jansen or Kyle Higashioka â revenge on the YankeesRays will show that they are ready to compete in 2025 if they keep Brandon Lowe, Yandy Diaz, Jeffrey Springs & Pete FairbanksKen Hagan on WDAE â talks about the City of Tampaâs early offer to keep the Rays
Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on BlueSky @matgermain.bsky.social
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World Series Game 5 Expectations
Dodgersâ unexpected struggle to close out the series, Freddie Freeman's impact: Mat highlights Freemanâs impressive streak with six home runs across six World Series games, Yankeesâ Comeback Attempt: Anthony Volpe energized the Yankees, kOhtani's Injury and Resilience with arm - Mat reflects on Ohtaniâs ability to play while injured, likening his resilience to legends like Vlad Guerrero.Aaron Judge's Struggles and AdjustmentsDodgersâ Pressure and Rotation Challenges Future Outlook Yankees' 2025 Roster Outlook & PayrollYoung Talent on the HorizonFuture of AL East Competition - The Orioles as Potential FavoritesTension for the Dodgers in Game 5 Dodgers' Pitching Woes and World Series Strategy:Pitching Staff Injuries: Tyler Glasnow, Tony Gonsolin, and Clayton Kershaw.Three-Pitcher Strategy: Brent Honeywell's Dedication: commitment to helping Mookie Betts out of a slump, highlighting the dedication and team spirit essential in high-stakes playoff moments.Mookie Betts Post-Game Focus: he downplays fan drama to focus on the teamâs performance.Fan Behavior and Stadium EtiquetteImpact on Future Fans: Both hosts reflect on the importance of modeling good behavior to foster a respectful stadium environment.World Series Sweeps: 21 World Series have ended in sweeps, with the Yankees involved in over half of these.Fun with Baseball Stats: Pre-Game and Post-Game Performances:Ice Cube and Fat Joe Performances: Is it worth the ticket. Does this attract a younger audience? Babyface - National Anthem Performances and CommentaryMemorable Moments and Player Challenges Shohei Ohtaniâs underwhelming playoff performance and Matâs admiration for Kike HernĂĄndezâs underrated postseason consistency. Documentary: See Her, Be HerWPBL Womenâs Baseball Progress and New Leagues Baseball for All, a womenâs baseball organization led by Justine Siegal, and the development of the Womenâs Professional Baseball League (WPBL) slated for a 2026 launch. Mat and Mark discuss the potential for growth and visibility of womenâs sportsMat on Funding and Broadcasting Womenâs BaseballNational Exposure and Strategic Marketing of Women in BaseballUpcoming Events: Arizona Fall League & Australian Baseball LeagueGame 5 starting with Shohei Ohtaniâs recent first-pitch pop-out in good spirits.
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Milton debris and cleanup in Tampa Bay continues
#RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays offering support to local community
Avoid burning debris
What happens to the TB Rays without a roof
Rays not moving to the big O in Montreal â potential for MLB expansion team
Canadian Baseball History â Montreal Expos most HOFâers per season
Evan Longoria & Kevin Kiermaier franchise players
Effective Defense players are not being weighed enough for HOFâers
Automated Check Swing Challenge begins in Arizona Fall League
Need a new rule - "No Balks", we need to increase the trickery from the mound, give the pitcher a gift after shortening distance between the bases
Ex-Rays in the Weorld Series from the Dodgers include Brent Honeywell, Tyler Glasnow, Kevin Kiermaier, Anthony Banda, Amed Rosario
Brett Phillips signs a minor league contract with the Yankees as a pitcher
Brent Honeywell, Kevin Kiermaier & Anthony Banda were picked up by the Dodgers after many had given up on him
Will Kiermaier pick up a World Series ring after several years in the game
Blue Eyes, A Kevin Kiermaier baseball movie? Who would you pick to play KK, Jake Gyllenhaal?
Yankees, Nestor Cortes would trade his arm for a year for a World Series ring
Which ex-Rays would receive a ring if the Dodgers win World Series, Tyler Glasnow, Anthony Banda, Ryan Yarbrough, Brent Honeywell, JP Feyereisen, Kevin Kiermaier, Amed Rosario
Who receives a World Series rings with the winning team
Chris watching the Mets & Dodgers â are you Mets fans
World Series tickets for Game 3 ranging from $1,320 to $5093 on Ticketmaster
How much have Dodgers spent from 2021 â 2024 to get back to the World Series
Juan Soto will be a free agent next season, Cortes will be free agent in 2025
What changes will Yankees make for 2025 season, Anthony Rizzo will probably not be back, Cortes likely to return, Trent Grisham, Lou Trevino, Clark Schmidt & others
Who is hungriest to have Juan Soto on their team
All Rise, Here comes the Judge. Soto can never supplant Aaron Judge as the lead for the Yankees
What will Giants, Angels & others be doing to pull Juan Soto to their team.
If Mets surrender Alonso would they use that money to pick up Yankeesâ Juan Soto
How would Yankees fans respond if Soto does not sign with them
Ohtani v Judge in postseason stats
The Athletic writers seem split on World Series pick â coin toss
Big Dollars built unique powerful large markets like LA & NY that overrides smaller markets
Shania Twain â You donât impress me much
Smaller markets like Milwaukee & Tampa need a chance to compete in MLB
No Cinderella was invited to the MLB World Series, Large markets & Large money reign
Women in Baseball - Jean Fruth documentary See Her, Be Her, #SeeHerBeHer on MLB network between Games 2 & 3 of World Series
#RaysUp whatâs up with the Trop where will the team play home games in 2025
Montreal Expos trip to Puerto Rico â would Rays consider playing games at Hiram Bithorn Stadium during rainy season, seats 18,000
Omaha â Charles Schwab field, 24,000 capacity
Orlando, Charlotte, Al Lang â closer to home options
Benefits & exposure to new fans if Rays play home games at other sites
Will the City of St. Pete provide funding to replace the roof for the Rays?
Giant Sun Umbrella for the Trop
Arizona Fall League, Xavier Isaac playing outfield & Tre Morgan both performing well
2 weeks away from player transition bonanza
Australian League to start up in a few weeks, Perth Heat
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Randy Sullivan CEO of Randy Sullivanâs Florida Baseball ARMory (FBA) has made a positive difference in several playersâ 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 in a pitcher. Answer: Throw harder.As physical therapist and strength coach Randy began looking for a way to break the cycle from Injury to Play to InjuryMuch of FBAâs success can be attributed to Business Partner, Amy Marsh. She made a difference managing & growing the business from the beginning.Island of Misfit Pitchers begins to become Hot Bed of Talent at FBAâThere is not just one solutionâ unique development for each pitcher â individual analysis of playerâs physical hardwareRandyâs medical background allows him to do a deeper dive on how to develop speed & accuracy with over 29,000 player assessmentsHumble Guy from Winter Park, Logan Gilbert, entered Florida Baseball ARMory to increase his pitching ability. Logan, recent AL East pitcher of the Month has been one of the most consistent hard workers that Randy knows. Traditionally, many coaches and managers had worked on a faulty strategy of minimizing movement to maximize efficiency. This robbed players of their athleticism. Players develop ability to make rapid adjustments much like an Olympic athlete in the LugeWhich is the best Velocity or Command? Randy says he wants both for his pitchers.Randy shares the hierarchy of development for pitchers â Pain, Flame, Aim & GameThe Flame or Aim = Fastball or Command â these 2 are conjoined & Randy teaches how to have both in a single pitchRandy still catches in pros bullpen to get a better feel for the shape of the playerâs pitchesFlorida Baseball ARMory instructors give guided individual plan for each playerFBA Summer Training Programs, Weekend Camps & Video Access to their work. Access to FBA with satellite training & phone appFBA provides Coach Certification with over 500 training videos Creativity â bringing in ideas from different places and develop something newLinking âNerds to NeanderthalsâRandy educates his players by showing his students the process and strategy while developing trust and a path to building their success. FBA Partner, Amy Marsh runs the business continues to be critical to the growth and success of FBA as they expand into their new facilities. Summer Camps coming upPlayers can enroll in Randy Sullivanâs Florida Baseball Armory programs at https://floridabaseballarmory.com/baseball-training-camps/
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Canadian Thanksgiving
Thank you to our Canadian friends and those who came from across the U.S. to aid and help from Canada to the Florida area post-Milton
Halifax Explosion
Tropicana Field â shredding of the roof
The rays in the aqua tank survived and have been moved to the Aquarium
Revisit the Tampa Bay Rays timeline on when & where they could have moved
If the City of St. Pete had not signed with the Rays, It would have given MLB & Rays ownership ability to move the Tampa Bay Rays to another city
What will Rays and Florida do to make the region better and stronger to withstand some of the force from future weather
Tampa General Hospital - AquaWall
Building new houses & structures with new hurricane building codes
Netherlands model in building dikes as a prevention to hurricanes
Water levels rising will create more difficulties for the future
Climate change choosing to acknowledge
What impact has Milton had on Spring Training, recreation & Little League fields
All-American Womenâs Classic in Durham, NC â top female athletes
Looking forward to seeing more opportunities for women in baseball
Jean Fruth â capturing moments in the game See Her, Be Her - Documentary to run between Game 2 & Game 3 of World Series
World Series ex-Rays who are in the postseason, Brent Honeywell, Phil Maton, Alex Cobb, etc, etc
Kevin Kiermaier with the Dodgers, Tommy Pham with the Mets, Kyle Manzardo with the Guardians, Jake Cronenworth with the Padres
Big dollars have built some of the final teams in the postseason
Most fans want to see the Dodgers in the World Series
Outside of Guardians it looks like big spenders will be the only ones at the World Series table
AAGPBL â used to rebuild teams each season to balance out talent between teams
MLB rule changes have been at the benefit of the larger teams â penalties for overspending has been minimal.
Team ownership of Green Bay Packers & Atlanta Braves allows individuals to buy into the team. Not just one sole ownership of the team
The Public Trust of newspapers historically, and good objective reporting
News is supposed to be based in fact â has news been vetted by enough sources â looking beyond the self-contained glass bubble
Today several ânewsâ operations have been purchased by owners with a political interest and use these as a tool to promote their view of the world. âExpertsâ are not always experts.
Many sports news outlets do not have someone covering the Rays.
Sources of information should be thought-provoking. . Reading the paper makes us more educated and involved
Basic Journalism methods â do your homework and have more than one verifiable source for good news reporting.
GroundNews Network App a great source for identifying news sources, political leanings, accuracy
Arizona Field League (AFL) which is managed by MLB â 6 teams in the league, each AFL team has a roster from a combined 5 MLB affiliated teams. Rosters are mostly strong prospects
The AFL team, Mesa Solar Sox, has a roster from 5 teams Chicago Cubs, Oakland Aâs, Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels, Rays
2 young players in Rays system in the AFL:
Xavier Isaac easy strength will hit a lot of Home Runsan eye on Tre MorganAustralian Baseball League (ABL) not affiliated with MLB â Rays sent to the Perth Heat team include: Jhon Diaz, Carlos Colmenarez, Angel Luis Mateo, Enderson Delgado
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Get Ready for the Third Annual All-American Womenâs Baseball Classic
Blackout Baseball to watch with MLB.tv & Bally subscriptions
How to not successfully market baseballOnce 35 million viewers for each game of the World Series. Now down to 9 million viewers per game. Why are the fans leaving and where are they going
Diamond Bankruptcyâ Bally Sports & Amazon Prime Monday Night Baseball
How many services do you need or can afford to watch baseball or football? Apple, DAZN, ESPN, Peacock, Amazon
Cord-cutters from the days of strikes left the game never to return
MLB.tv package had include Playoff games but now expects fans to pay more after watching for the entire regular season
What if MLB solely managed all broadcasts and could offer fans
âWatchingâ MLB postseason Wild Card game through play by play on the phone
Brockmeyer universe enters into MLB future?
Savannah Bananas baseball
Baseball is a Romantic sport â Take me out to the ballgame, family event at the ballpark
Need more events like the âField of Dreamsâ games that MLB has developed
Fans should consider spending their time with Minor League team games, Little League, Recreation League and American League games
Heleneâs impact â on families, homes, rebuilding, insurance â may also change the landscape of teams and their fields.
Mat â prior to Helene, Water levels had gone up 6 inches since 1991 â On top of that storm surges
All-American Womenâs Baseball Tournament.
Olympic level talent playing with 4 teams â it could become a new League of their own Donate or Buy Tickets #ALOTO
#RockfordPeaches, IWBC, #KenoshaComets, #FortWayneDasies @AAGPBLOrioles season has come to a close â Gunnar Henderson last strike out of 2024 in 2nd Wild Card game.
Oâs traded a lot of top talent this year, but also picked up Zach Eflin &others
Orioles fans expected more. We had high hopes for them a
Miami Marlins clears the decks on all coaches after Schumacherâs departure.
What were Marlins going to do after departures of Derek Jeter & Kim Ng?
Peter Bendix putting his stamp on the the Marlins
Yankee-isms, My Way or the Highway past philosophy?
Reflect on 2018 when Rays Way changed everything and similarities with Marlins
Skip Schumacher should be picked up by Montreal Blue Jays or the Rockies
Mariners â still have never made it to the World Series
Mariner Factors: Injuries, Travel Schedule, Cry Poor, Jerry DiPoto
Mat is ready to bring Ichiro in as a Manager for the Mariners
AL Post Season Series â Yankees & Royals face-off
Pete Rose â Mat got to see him in Montreal at the end of Peteâs career
ROY â 1963, played 16 years with the Reds, MVP & World Series, Amazing BA, Gold Glover, Big Red Machine. He could have retired at 37 years old. Played 24 years in baseball. Finished career with a .303 average
Peteâs Heart & Soul â played over 200 more games than any other player in history
Ongoing media on Peteâs gambling overwhelms what he achieved as a player
Johnny Bench â Peteâs apology
Age 37 to 42 Pete lowered his strike out percentage
Letâs build a Pete Rose museum across from Cooperstown
Australian Baseball League starting soon
Dodgers/Yankees World Series?
Watching highlights of the postseason games as we cannot afford to buy one more service to watch baseball.
All-American Women's Baseball Classic
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Women's Baseball World Cup: 6 elite women's baseball teams (Mexico, Venezuela, Canada, Japan, China Taipei, USA) competed at the World Cup in Thunder Bay, Ontario, August 2024.USA vs Japan: Japan's 39-game winning streak (since 2012) ended when Team USA defeated them in extra innings, with Meggie Meidlinger pitching the final 2 1/3 innings to seal the victory.Meggie's Experience: Meggie shares her pride in representing the USA, how the team of 20 athletes worked together, and her personal experiences in the high-stakes game against Japan.Teamwork & Preparation: Meggie emphasizes the intense preparation, roles, and teamwork necessary to face top-tier international teams, describing it as fitting together like a puzzle.Pitching as a Closer: The mental intensity of a closer was discussed, with Meggie drawing parallels to the mindset of MLB pitcher Pete Fairbanks of the Tampa Bay Rays.Tournament Achievements: Team USA brought home silver, moving from a 4th to 2nd world ranking. Meggie also highlights individual accomplishments within the team, including awards for Best RBI and Best Win/Loss Average.Future Goals: Now that the World Cup is over, the players are transitioning into the off-season, focusing on personal development and training for the next round of competitions.Notable Quotes: Every time I get to represent USA across my chest is an absolute honor." - Meggie MeidlingerPersonal Projects: Beyond baseball, Meggie continues her work in architecture and missionary work in Uganda through the organization Baseball at Heart, which promotes girls' baseball.
https://www.instagram.com/baseball_at_heart/Baseball in Uganda: Meggie discusses her involvement with Baseball at Heart, a girls' baseball organization in Uganda, and the positive impact they are making. Listeners can support the organization via Instagram https://www.instagram.com/baseball_at_heart/.@MLBDevelops Initiatives: Meggie highlights her participation in MLBâs programs like GRIT, EDI, Trailblazer Series, and Breakthrough aimed at identifying and developing young female baseball talent in the U.S.Trailblazing Women in Baseball: Making waves including Olivia Pichardo at Brown University and Kelsie Whitmore with the Oakland Ballers.Remembering Mamie "Peanut" Johnson: Meggie shares her cherished memories of meeting Mamie Peanut Johnson, one of the first women to play in the Negro Leagues. They discuss her trailblazing legacy and what it meant to be a female pitcher in a male-dominated sport.·The All-American Girls Tournament: Looking ahead to the upcoming tournament in Durham, NC, Mark and Meggie talk about the growth of the tournament, the talent on display, and their hopes for the future of women's baseball.·Baseball History: The episode also explores legendary players like Jackie Robinson and the overlooked history of women in baseball, including stories like Jackie Mitchell, who famously struck out Babe Ruth.Shu Shu Wirth project, a standout player from the Blue Sox, who stole 89 bases in one season and left a lasting mark on the game.Giving Back to the Game: with Baseball at Heart Learn more on Facebook about Baseball at HeartAll-American Womenâs Baseball Classic being held in Durham, October 11-13
Several of the players will be from the WBSC women baseball champions will be there to play.
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