BaseballBiz On Deck

• 2 teams undefeated in MLB – Twins &  Rays 
  the Twins rotation is strong 
•  Royals beat the Jays – what happened to Berrios
•  AL East 
  •  Don’t write off the Red Sox - Rafael Devers 
  •  Toronto has traded off much of their lineup
  •  Baltimore will their pitching hold up 
• NL East  
  • Mets are experiencing what it’s like a 40 year old Cy Young award winner
  • Braves & Mets leading NL East
  •  Marlins acquisition of Luis Arraez will strengthen their team. They need more offense
•  NL Central
  •  Mat called it when he saw Brice Turang in AAA is a spark plug Brewers lineup 
  •  Chicago Cubs disappointing start
  •  Over all Parity between the teams in NL East will be a dogfight
  •  Highlights – Brian Reynolds w/ Pirates, Reds pitching looking solid
  • Brett Taylor  Bleacher Nation and Dansby Swanson great debut with the Cubs
• NL West
  • Dodgers young players stepping up
  •  Diamondbacks – will MadBum be able to be back to himself
  •  Rockies – Kris Bryant showing promise
  •  Diamondbacks, Evan Longoria – Longo can still hit it Long
• Mat Germain  – fWAR tweet
  •  Hitters who've already reach 0.5 fWAR: 
  • 1 Adam Duvall 0.7 #RedSox 2 Wander Franco 0.6 #Rays 3 James Outman 0.5  -  fWAR definition - https://bit.ly/3m9GkxO
• More on NL West
  • Mark asks Oakland A’s really? 
    Mat, A’s will be pesky – expect them to be better than Nationals
  • Nationals team is only of AAA quality
  • Seattle Mariners expectations to be a powerhouse – NASA rocket or backyard homemade missile?
  • Will Seattle be better when Robbie Ray returns?
•  Angels will continue to be a challenge with Trout & Ohtani
• Balancing of the new 2023 schedule on Division games in first month of the season
•  Will Twins hold 1.000 winning percentage
•  Anthony Rendon – MLB & MLBPA agree on penalty for player behavior. Is this a good sign for a better relationship with union & MLB?
•  Teams can no longer complain about the toughness of their division

Tampa Bay Rays

• Durham Bulls, Rays AAA minor league teams being broadcast on MLBtv & other MiLB games, great way to see the future of the Rays
•  Rays Minor league – players moving up and down from A to AAA teams
•  Durham had a tough series with Norfolk
•  Curtis Mead & Kyle Manzardo they are looking hungry to move upTaj Bradley & Grayson Rodriguez playing in difficult weather
•  Pitching Arms - Tyler Glasnow how much of him will we see him, Zach Eflin, Jeffrey Springs, Shane McClanahan are looking good. We won’t see Shane Baz until next year
•  Closer, Pete Fairbanks - No hits on his past 23 innings – a man possessed
•  Fairbanks & Jason Adam 2 strong arms to depend on in the bullpen
•  Randy Arozarena came out strong hustling against the Nationals

Mat Germain  on Twitter @Mat_Germain_
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Josh Weaver, Managing Coordinator for the Tampa Bay Museum & Fan Host with the Tampa Bay Rays shares his experiences on Opening Day at the Trop and a visit to the Tampa Baseball Museum

• Opening Day with the Tampa Bay Rays
•  Start with dropping the banner for the 2022 AL Wild Card
•  “Big Game” James Shields – throwing out the opening pitch
•  Shields, Carl Crawford & Joe Maddon were pivotal to the franchise turnaround
•  Opening Day talent brought the excitement - Wander Franco, Jose Siri, Manuel Margot & World Baseball Classic star, Randy Arozarena
•  Rays Talent continues & Kevin Cash keeps the engine running
•  Cash visited Siri at home during off-season
•  Principal owner, Stu Sternberg visited with the Fan Host pre-game to share his appreciation
•  "Baseball is Back" All smiles on Opening Day - Josh tells the story of both Detroit & Rays Fans enjoying the game
•  Young fan shares an Opening Day ball from a Detroit Tiger player on the field
•  Baseball bridges all languages with fans
•  Creating a safe and memorable experience for a first time visit to a ball field
•  Former Tampa Bay Ray, Austin Meadows – a fan favorite who has become an advocate for mental health
• Former Ray, Ben Zobrist, might work on a project for young athletes and mental health
• Don (ZimBear) Zimmer will be inducted into the Ray's Hall of Fame
• Carl “The Catch” Crawford’s speed can be seen in Wander Franco & Siri
  
  
• Tampa Baseball Museum (TBM) teams up with East Bay Youth Athletics Little League & Malcolm Sweat 
• Florida Sports Hall of Fame & TBM threw a special event  
• Baseball, Bourbon & Cigars - Fans had 1 on 1 experiences with sports legends,  Johnny Damon, Mike Heath, Buc’s Super Bowl champions & NHL Hockey legend – Phil Esposito
• A walk through the Tampa Baseball Museum and the home of Al Lopez
• Tampa is full of World Series champions and great players like Gary Sheffield, Tino Martinez, Pete Alonso, Doc Gooden, Lance McCullers Jr. to name a few.
• Great and unexpected guests that visit the museum and share their stories
• 2 Tampa Bay area players, Lance McCullers & Kyle Tucker from 2022 Astros World Series champions 
• 25 Yeas Ago – Tampa natives, Luis Gonzales & Wade Boggs broke in the first Tampa Bay Rays games
• Josh invites everyone to visit the Tampa Baseball Museum  to play Trivia games and see “Pete’s Cleats” plus the Wall of Legendary autographed balls  

Tampa Baseball Museum is open Thursday, Friday & Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM 

For more information on the museum visit https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/

For more information on Mental Health you may reach out to the National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI)

Thanks to Malcolm Sweat for all that he and his team does for baseball youth at East Bay Youth Athletics Little League

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• Lindsay began with an informal email chain in 2006 about umpire calls
• Interest began in high school when officiating a Staff & Student game
• Quirky rules difference between high school, collegiate, minors and major league
• Increasing the emphasis of having fun. 
• The New Rules, Shift Ban, Bigger Bases & the Pitch Clock
• Catcher Realmuto ejected behind the plate
• Re-engagements versus Throw-overs  
• MLB Umpire staffing – Minor League Umpires have more experience with the Pitch Clocks
• Traditionally Baseball has been an Ebb & Flow, A Wave pattern to the game. Pitch Clock may change that
• Physical impact on pitchers arm due to pitch clock, are there potential injuries?
• Max Scherzer impact with the Pitch Clock
• Disengagements and Pick Off Throw differentials between MLB & Collegiate Rules
• NHL & MLB goals and measures to increase Offense 
• Durability of Baseball Players compared to Football Players comparing game count
• When do NHL & MLB schedules give breaks to their teams. NHL takes multiple breaks in the season. 
• Some MLB schedule changes with a few extra days off have extended length of season into early October
• Joe West always a fan favorites, picking his spots 
• Discretion can be both the friend and foe of umpiring
• NCAA saying: “Call the foul, the player will adjust”
• Lindsay while working at the Dodgers played the stadium organ while waiting for traffic to clear up. Inspired by Nancy Bee, Lindsay continued to play and took a job as the organist with the Anaheim Ducks.
• Lindsay shares her musical selections during the hockey games, including Britney Spears "Stronger" during a power play.
• Bob Davidson retirement story and a timely release of the news
• Nestor Cortes story going up soon on YouTube

Close Call Sports with Lindsay Imber
Some of our favorite recent videos on Close Call Sports
Max Scherzer and the Pitch Clock
Baseball Rules Quiz

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Also Thanks to the Tampa Baseball Museum. 
https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/
What a wonderful gala last week with baseball, football and hockey celebs at the Baseball, Bourbon & Cigars event last week. Thank you for a wonderful evening of fun and enjoyment.

Mat Germain – Baseball Analyst visits to talk about the World Baseball Classic

• A lot of heart and hustle from some of the younger teams
• Quick explanation of the 20 teams participating in the World Baseball Classic (WBC)
• Classic normally runs on a 3 year schedule
• WBC – comparison with the MLB All-Star game
• Canada’s & other countries showing some pride in a sport that is not normally at the height of popularity.
• Mark shows interest in star-studded Venezuela, Jose Altuve, Ronald Acuna Jr., Santander and extra seasoning with David Peralta & Salvador Perez
• Mat points to Italy’s pitcher, Joe LaSorsa and his enthusiasm and passion on the mound against the Netherlands. Getting out of a bases loaded inning
• Randy Arozarena & Will Smith – what happened with the fist pump
• Canada has a potent lineup and will face USA. Young pitcher, Mitch Bratt will be facing White Sox, Lance Lynn. Canadian team - Injuries & MIA included: Mike Sororka, James Paxton & Jameson Taillon.
• China takes a beating from Canada with a 22 to 2 score. Surely they could 
• WBC fashion – Great Britain uniforms falling apart during the game
• Should the WBC be schedule d in the middle of the MLB season.
• Mat recommends that the MLB All-Star game take place at the beginning of the MLB season. Players would be healthy and ready to go. 
• MiLB games will be played on MLB.tv – Shaky cameras 
• Who is this Mitch Bratt pitching for Canada   – Texas Rangers organization?
• Mat’s list of who to watch: Jordan Qsar, Osleivis Basabe, Vidal Brujan, Kyle Manzardo, Trevor Brigden, Joe LaSorsa.  Top performance goes to Luke Raley
• Josh Lowe may be the biggest star in Rays Spring training camp
• Rays being sent down include: Colby White, Curtis Mead, Basabe, Greg Jones & Taj Bradley
• If they move Shane Baz to 60 day IL it will open a spot on the Ray’s Roster
• Rays not returning: David Peralta, Kevin Kiermaier, Mike Zunino, 
• Watching the new rules in play on the pitch clock, larger bases, no shift and more
• Reduction of “Time on Your Feet” for players.
• Projections on Canada v USA game 

Mat Germain can be found on Twitter @Mat_Germain_
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The recent loss of Dave Wills is being felt by many. Dave with his affable nature, strong voice and enthusiasm for baseball has left a hole in the heart of Tampa Bay.  Brandon and I recount our memories of Dave Wills and how others are remembering him.

 2 Friends side by side:  Dave Wills & Andy Freed

The Athletic 2020 listener survey on baseball radio announcers. 

The fraternity of announcers

Keith Olbermann recounts his memories with Dave Wills and how Dave shared advice and support. Use link and begins at 17:27 time mark

Neil Solondz Tweet on Dave: “Dave was the big brother I didn't have growing up. Larger than life and a great friend.“
https://twitter.com/neilsolondz/status/1632444153421344770 

Kevin Cash - riding the ups and downs of the season with Dave and their interview. 

Andy Freed, Dave’s broadcast partner serving side by side for 18 years for 162 games a year most years.
“Yesterday was like every other day for the last 18 years. Sharing. Laughs. Baseball. Fun. No way to know it was the last time. Sadness beyond words today. It always felt like we were actual brothers. Will miss him forever. Love to him and his family.”
 https://twitter.com/AndrewFreed33/status/1632442533501362176?s=20

Tricia Whitaker tweets about Dave Wills support to her during a difficult moment:   https://twitter.com/TriciaWhitaker/status/1632441808239165444?s=20 

Dave Wills served as the Pre & Post-game host for the Chicago White Sox until 2005 when he started with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Details on The Athletic survey remarks on Dave and Andy

Buddy Baseball:  http://buddybaseball.org/ 

Homeless Empowerment Program: “ https://www.hepempowers.org/   

Kudos to  Jay and Z show  for their reflections of Dave https://953wdae.iheart.com/featured/jay-and-z/ 

Andy Freed & Neil Solondz will continue to be excellent Rays broadcasters and will honor Dave with their professional service.

Thank you Dave Wills - Rays Win! Rays Win! Rays Win!

Dave’s charities: http://buddybaseball.org/  & https://www.hepempowers.org/   

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Chris Smith pitcher for the Yankees, Blue Jays, Tigers, Nationals, Pecos League, and Frontier League discusses his career 

• First year with the Yankees had a stress fracture in his forearm but re-signed with them in 2014 and 2015.
• In 2015, a good camp with The Yankees, gave up only one hit all spring.
• Chris was about to go to Double A but got released by the organization. He sensed something was going to happen when called to the pitching coaching office. 
• Smith signs with independent ball St. Paul Saints.
• After a good month of pitching, he had a bad outing  and was put on the Phantom DL
• Chris goes to High A and goes two months without giving up a run.
• Looking good but released by the Yankees, 
• The Blue Jays sign Chris.
• Pitching Coach, Vince Horseman, accelerated Chris’ career by believing in him.
• Chris develops his fastball pitch to 95-96 mph
• Winter Ball in Puerto Rico, a place to learn how to win..
• Chris pitched for a month without giving up any runs, except for one solo homer.
• After Puerto Rico he went to the Dominican Republic and pitched seven games 
• Chris got an opportunity to play in the Caribbean series back in the Dominican Republic, where he pitched two times against Cuba and Venezuela before returning to spring training with the Blue Jays.
• Chris threw 97-98 and had a great year in Double AA before moving up to Triple AAA and becoming the closer there.
• He and several other players were called in for a conversation about being sent down to hot camp to stay hot just in case they were needed in the major leagues.
• Torn between going on the cruise or staying for the hot camp.
• While on the cruise, Chris watched a Major League game where a brawl broke out, and Benoit, a pitcher for the Blue Jays, was injured.
• Gil Kim called Chris and informed him that he was not being put on the 40-man roster yet but he was being called up to the team the next day
• Chris arrived in Toronto the next day and was activated
• Being there at David Ortiz's last regular season game
• Cigars & Champagne - Chris was on the Toronto Blue Jays major league team as they clenched game 162 and the celebrated with the team in Fenway.
• Chris Smith & Mark discuss the Tampa Bay Rays,
• Kyle Snyder, Rays pitching coach,  focuses on connecting with players on a personal level.
• Snyder is always supportive and builds a mentor-like relationship with players.
• Tyler Glasnow appreciates Snyder's friendship beyond baseball

Special thanks to Chris Smith for sharing the pitcher’s perspective.
Part 1 of Chris Smith's MLB journey https://bit.ly/3EIlc7K
Part 2  Chris Smith enters the Yankees  https://bit.ly/3IGqSQU

Chris can be reached For Real Estate in 502-523-9461 or [email protected] 

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Some Show Note edits based on ChatGPT

• Dr. Julie Wiernik, host of “Gettin’ Gritty with Dr. J”” is a sports clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience in the business and a background in sports as an athlete
• Impact of coaches & the role of sports psychologists in helping athletes with mental health
• Specialization in working with collegiate athletes, specifically pitchers and hitters
• Importance of having routines & the ability to handle distractions in order to pitch well
• Problem of fans bullying athletes and the importance of having tools to handle distractions
• The details are everything in sports and there is always room for improvement, 
• Recommendation for athletes to do some reading to learn more about their favorite pitches and develop a deeper understanding of the game
• “Gettin’ Gritty with Dr. J” provides the opportunity to reach the whole world and offer advice, especially to those who cannot afford it.
• Many athletes are afraid to say they work with a sports psychologist, and coaches should start utilizing mental performance experts more.
• The mental game is critical for athletes, especially for pitchers & hitters
• Emulate the best athletes and model from their success.
• The key is to maintain confidence, stay the course, and make adjustments when necessary
• Jose Altuve, kept his confidence even when he was 1 for 15, knowing that's just the reality of baseball.
• Yandy Diaz, a Tampa Bay player who focuses on getting on base and adapting to each pitch.
• Bad coaching and how overly emotional, abusive coaches can negatively affect players and contribute to high dropout rates in Little League baseball.
• Dr. J emphasizes the importance of positive, relaxed, and trusting coaches who believe in their players and understand that mistakes are inevitable.
• Self-awareness is important to understand and express emotions properly to avoid burnout, depression, anxiety, and injuries.
• Communication between coach and player is crucial, especially when dealing with players from other countries.
• Bringing in a mentor for a player can help develop trust, empathy, and kindness, leading to better performance. Nelson Cruz & Wander Franco
• The Washington Nationals' success in winning the World Series was attributed to enjoying the game and focusing on winning one game, one pitch, and one at-bat at a time.

Dr Julie Wiernik's podcast can be found at “Gettin’ Gritty with Dr. J”

For more information about: Dr. J and the Texas Center for Sports Psychology
Dr. J can also be found on Twitter at@JulieWiernik 
texascenterforsportpsychology.com

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Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward" 
Thanks to ChatGPT for providing recommendations on the show notes. 

• Chris Smith, former MLB pitcher with the Detroit Tigers, the Yankees, Nationals and the Blue Jays discusses Spring Training & the Pitch Clock
• Chris is now in real estate and working on a business plan to help baseball players find investments and properties around spring training facilities.
• Pitchers and catchers have started reporting for spring training.
• The World Baseball Classic, (WBC), is coming up & will impact Spring Training rosters
• The Dominican Republic team is expected to be strong, with many players showing national pride.
• Notable players both past & present on the Dominican Republic team include Big Papi, Pedro Martinez, Manny Machado, Vlad Jr., Wander Franco, and Julio Rodriguez.
• Encourages listeners to visit Spring Training baseball parks.
• Pitch Clock:  15-second pitch clock rule and how batters and pitchers can take advantage of the rule's eight-second allowance.
• Batter Behavior: Expresses dissatisfaction with batters' behavior, including putting up their hands to the umpire two or three times with one at-bat, which disrupts the pitcher's rhythm. Batters can have a 1 strike penalty
• Impact of Pitch Clock: Different pitchers have different routines that may effect timing
• Old School vs. New Rules: Admits not being a big fan of the new rules but acknowledges the need to attract more fans.
• Stealing Bases: New rule of 2 toss overs will limit the pitcher's opportunities to pick-off runners who want to steal base
• This rule and the larger bases will impact the game's strategic plays, as players will be more likely to steal base, examples Jon Berti of the Marlins, & Tampa Bay Rays, Randy Arozarena 
• Can you imagine how many more stolen bases would Ricky Henderson would have made with the new rules?

Special thanks to Chris Smith for sharing the pitcher’s perspective.
Chris can be reached For Real Estate in 502-523-9461 or [email protected] 

Resources:

MLB 2023 Rule Changes:
 https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-new-rules-for-2023-faq
https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-network-on-new-baseball-rule 

World Baseball Classic Brackets:
 https://www.mlb.com/world-baseball-classic

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Some Show Note edits based on ChatGPT

• Nate Andrews, host of Full Count Chaos visits BaseballBiz to talk Orioles. 
• We discuss the O's prepping for the 2023 season. Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium starts soon.
• Minor League team names 
• Mike Elias – No more Gigantic Traumatic Rebuild – time now for Lift Off 
• Orioles have 9 of the top 100 prospects - Gunnar Henderson, Grayson Rodriguez, Jackson Holliday in top 12 
• New Balanced Schedule – seeing every team, every year 
• East is the Beast – AL East 
• Orioles had a better record than half of the American League teams 
• The Freakin’ Yankees – nice guy, Aaron Judge complains about “Wall-timore” 
• Every team fan gets to see  legends like Shohei Ohtani play their team 
•  ‘Da New MLB Rules –  
  • Losing the Shift – Batters being paid $10 million a year paid needed to quit whining about the shift & figure it out  https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-2023-rule-changes-pitch-timer-larger-bases-shifts 
  • Adley Rutschman, the Shift, Premier Catcher, Pop time leader & Fan Favorite at the Caravan, 
  • Nate will miss tough guy Rougned Odor, rocket arm & ready to throw down 
  • Base Sizes Increased. What will the impact be on the game? 
  •  Cedric Mullins & Mateo will continue to steal even more bases. Adley’s pop speed will definitely be necessary.   https://www.mlb.com/glossary/rules/base-sizes 
  • Pitch Clock 
• Oriole’s Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida 
• Getting  ready for Orioles baseball this year after a 2022 winning season. 
• Red Sox & Chaim Bloom may have a hard year 
• The Angelos Family Soap Opera – law suits and rumors of moving the team. They have yet to extend the lease in Baltimore.  Expansion teams in Nashville & Las Vegas? 
• 2023 Playoff time 

 Special Thanks to Nate Andrews for sharing knowledge on The Baltimore Orioles
You can find Nate at https://www.fullcountchaos.com or on Twitter @FullCountChaos

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Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"

A MLB Fairy Tale - Exiled: Sea Unicorns, ValleyCats, Volcanoes & Yanks from the Isle of Staten. 
These 4 have taken MLB to court. Now DOJ appears & is showing an interest.
Judge Lou Schiff walks us through this news.

• Federal Baseball Club of Baltimore, Inc. v. National League of Professional Baseball Clubs (1922)
• Toulson Case
• Oakland A’s case
• Lower Court dismisses Minor League affiliates lawsuit against MLB
• DOJ intervenes as a "friend of the court"
• Testimony from legends Casey Stengel and Mickey Mantle before Congress
• William Shea and the Continental League
• Possibility of MLB settling the dispute
• Courts pointing back to Congress for responsibility
• The Save America's Pastime Act - Bad Idea
• Scott Brosius leading change for Minor Leaguers
• MLB deals with displaced Minor League Owners
• Joshua Schuab, Commissioner of American Association of Professional Baseball
• OSHA requirements and Colorado Rockies' moved handicapped seating
• Department of Justice involvement in baseball
• Possibility of MLB writing a check to resolve Minor League team issues
• Craig Calcaterra's thoughts on investing in a team or player
• World Baseball Classic (WBC)
• Mat Germain's views on the WBC becoming like the Soccer World Cup
• Miami WBC Pool and first-round games being sold out
• Ballplayers' pride in representing their country in the WBC.

Special Thanks to Lou Schiff for sharing his knowledge, stories and experience with the @TheBaseballBiz audience., Lou is daily on Twitter @BaseballandLaw

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Thanks to Josh Woodward for the music "Princess" & to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"

Curt Flood & the fight for Free Agency
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125350/9873944 

Federal Baseball Club of Baltimore, Inc. v. National League of Professional Baseball Clubs, 259 U.S. 200 (1922)
 https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/259/200/ 

Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition v. Colorado Rockies Baseball Club, Ltd.
https://www.quimbee.com/cases/colorado-cross-disability-coalition-v-colorado-rockies-baseball-club-ltd 

Craig Calcaterra, Rethinking Fandom
 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125350/10262510