Columbus Clingstones broadcaster Jack Johnson visited with Braves roving hitting instructor Carlos Mendez at Synovus Park in Columbus, Georgia. 

Mendez reflected on the pride of helping Team Venezuela capture the World Baseball Classic as an assistant hitting coach, shared his thoughts on Grant Kay and the offensive success the Clingstones enjoyed early in the season, and discussed the development of players including Lizandro Espinoza, David McCabe, and Cal Conley. He also explained the value that winter ball in Venezuela and the Dominican Republic can provide for a player's growth and development.