This week we have a few recent interviews from The Diamond in Richmond. For the second time this year, I talk with Hayden Birdsong, who reflects on the amazing success he’s had in his first full season. Then I speak with reliever Ben Madison who’s had a slower path to Richmond, with injury and the pandemic halting his progress early in his career. Finally, I talk with Richmond Manager Dennis Pelfrey about a variety of players who have come through this talented roster over the course of the year.

Pardon the noise — BP time in a stadium is a noisy environment! But the quality of the conversations more than make up for it, I hope!

Hayden Birdsong (2:50)Ben Madison (16:00)Dennis Pelfrey (30:30)

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