July 11, 2024

Richard Griffin's Insights on MLB Transformation

59 minutes

Baseball journalism isn't what it used to be, and Richard Griffin knows why. Join us on this episode of Press Row for an eye-opening conversation with the acclaimed sportswriter, who takes us through his remarkable journey from the PR department of the Montreal Expos to the press box covering the Toronto Blue Jays. Richard offers an insider's view on the evolving landscape of baseball journalism, and the tricky transition from team PR roles to media coverage, and even throws light on the latest buzz around Shohei Ohtani and the wild atmosphere of the MLB winter meetings.

(03:41 - 05:52) Career Evolution in Sports Journalism

(13:14 - 13:58) Media Impact on Canadian Audience Perception

(16:00 - 18:44) MLB Tax and Safety Conditions

(21:29 - 22:42) Blue Jays Front Office Decision Making

(31:42 - 32:42) Blue Jays Owner's Generosity Questioned

(38:54 - 41:08) Comparing Blue Jays Potential Signings

(45:08 - 47:49) Managerial Experience and Analytics in Baseball

(52:09 - 54:31) Baseball Fan Talks Team Relocation

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