Columbus Clingstones broadcaster Jack Johnson visited with hitting coach Grant Kay at Keesler Federal Park in Biloxi, Mississippi. 

Kay discussed the source of his greatest pride during the Clingstones’ historic home run surge to begin the 2026 season, adjustments to his coaching philosophy entering his second year as hitting coach, and the progress of players including Cal Conley, David McCabe, and Jordan Groshans. He also reflected on his own draft story, hitting for the cycle in his first professional game, and the perspective his playing career provides in his work as a coach.