In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci give 25 reasons to be excited about MLB 2025!  Tom highlights some scheduled dates this season including the Mets retiring David Wright's #5.  Which milestones will some future Hall of Famers be crossing in 2025? After an exciting start with the Tokyo Series, Joe gives his thoughts on the coming MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway.  Plus, what players will end 2025 as Hall of Famers?

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci remember the Hall of Fame career of Rickey Henderson.  Tom recalls covering Rickey at different times of career while Joe played against him in the minor leagues.  After sharing a few of unforgettable stories, Joe talks about managing 'personalities'  and how different today's star players are in the game. There's some doubt that a player like Henderson could exist in the current state of baseball and the media.  

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci are getting ready for the Holiday season.  The Yankees sign Cody Bellinger, how will he fit into their roster makeover?   Tom explains a new study on pitching and the increase in injuries.  What can teams learn from this latest research? The fixes could be simple, but will all teams follow suit? Plus, Joe and Tom remember their favorite gifts while exploring some actual baseball items available for gifts this season!

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci react to Juan Soto's deal with the Mets.  Tom joins us from Baseball's Winter meetings in Dallas and describes the reactions to the size of the deal.   What other pieces do the Mets need and where will the Yankees go from here? Plus, Joe gives his thoughts on Dick Allen and Dave Parker making the cut for the Hall of Fame.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look at offseason adjustments and how teams will be rebuilding their rosters.  Joe explains why pitchers have become a unique challenge to sign and manage.  Tom lays out the free agency landscape to see who should draw the most interest. It's time to vote on who will be the next class of Hall of Famers, so who are the favorites?  Plus, technology and training has never been better...but what's the one thing missing from today's players?

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci recall some of their Thanksgiving traditions.  Tom looks ahead to the coming trials of robot ump while Joe hopes it doesn't take away any managerial advantages.  We discuss the Angels deal with pitcher Yusei Kikuchi and how he'll impact this roster.  Tom mentions the passing of former MLB player Rico Carty and remembers his hitting career.  Wrapping up, Joe touches on recent coaching changes and the challenging atmosphere these coaches are put in.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look at next season stadium situations for the A's and Rays. After his time in Tampa, Joe talks about the challenges around getting a new stadium and the support of the community.  Onto the future of pitcher Paul Skenes and what concerns there are as the Rookie of the Year moves into his second season.  We also explore the influx of younger managers and how these former players will impact how games are managed.  Plus, what does a new study on 'What I want to be when I grow up' say about the future of sports?

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Let the offseason dealing begin!  In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci explain how the bidding for pitcher Roki Sasaki works for each team.  Awards season is coming up and Tom notes the youth movement in managers and how well some of them performed.  Joe gives his thoughts on Aaron Boone in NY and what's next for the Yankees.   Our hosts then explore the musical career of Peter Frampton, his rise to fame, and similarities to baseball players who had short-lived but impactful careers. 

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look to see what lessons we learned in the 2024 World Series.   Can other teams follow the Dodgers game plan or blueprint?  Tom puts focus on the upcoming free agency of Juan Soto and Pete Alonso.  Joe gives his thoughts on teams revamping their lineups and where Soto and Alonso could fit in.  Plus, Tom explains why the home run has never been more important!

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci celebrate the Dodgers winning another World Championship.  We explore the turning points of the series and what decisions could've been made differently by the managers.  Tom takes us through the pivotal inning in Game 5 to show what ultimately led to the Dodgers winning.  Both teams now look forward and start asking questions about changes for next season!

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