Baseball Legends Lounge

Kirk Gibson joins us in the Lounge in honor of Parkinson's Awareness Month to discuss his foundation and efforts to raise awareness for the disease, his time playing football, flying his Cessna and more!Learn more about Kirk's foundation here: https://www.kirkgibsonfoundation.org/

Bret Boone, three-time All-Star, joins Scott and Alanna in the Legends Lounge to talk about his podcast, “The Bret Boone Podcast,” what it was like growing up in a family of big leaguers, and more!Listen to “The Bret Boone Podcast” wherever you get your podcasts: http://bretboonepodcast.com/

Mike Matheny is in the Lounge this week discussing mental health in the game, his time managing, and thoughts on the new rule changes this year. 

Jason Grimsley, two-time World Series Champion, joins Alanna and Scott in the Lounge to discuss his new book, “Cross Stitched: One Man's Journey from Ruin to Restoration.” He shares his journey to healing after struggles with addiction and an attempt to end his own life.

Mookie Wilson, 1986 World Series Champion, is next up in the Lounge to discuss his time with the Mets, baserunning, and his road to the big leagues.

Two-time All-Star Mike Greenwell is in the Lounge sharing stories about George Brett and Ted Williams, and what he's been up to since leaving the game, like running an amusement park and racing stock cars.

Jeremy Guthrie joins Alanna Rizzo and Scott Braun in the Lounge to talk about his upcoming games against the Savannah Bananas as a member of team MLBPAA, his last game in the big leagues and what he's been up to since retiring.

Larry Bowa is next up in the Legends Lounge podcast discussing his playing career, his time managing and his thoughts on the game today. 

Jon Jay, 2011 World Series champion, joins Scott and Orestes in the Lounge to discuss his new role with the Marlins, memories with the Cardinals, and what it was like growing up in Miami.

Mike Timlin, 4-time World Series Champ, joins Alanna and Scott in the Lounge to discuss his childhood, almost quitting baseball, the toughest batters he's faced and more! 

Hall of Famer Wade Boggs is the next guest up in the Lounge discussing the interesting story behind his 3,000th hit, his appearances on numerous tv shows and movies, his superstitions and more!Learn more about the show featuring Wade Boggs and Orestes Destrade at the thetryout.com.

John Gibbons joins Scott and Orestes in the Lounge to talk about his time with the 1986 Mets, his thoughts on upcoming rule changes in the 2023 season, and decision making as a manager. Listen to "The Gibby Show" wherever you get your podcasts!

Andruw Jones, one of only four players to hit 400 home runs and win 10 Gold Gloves, joins us in the Legends Lounge this week to discuss his son Druw, baseball in Curaçao and what he thinks about the game today.

Three-time Gold Glove winner Mike Cameron is in the Lounge with Scott and Orestes to discuss his historic four homerun game, what it was like to play with Michael Jordan and the time his identity was stolen while he was recovering from an injury with the Mets.

This week, Jeremy Affeldt joins us in the Legends Lounge to discuss an interesting clerical error that occurred when he was with the Giants, his brewery and the buffalo mentality, and why he excelled in the postseason. 

Alanna, Scott and Orestes sit down in the Lounge to discuss some of their favorite moments from the show this year. 

Dee Strange-Gordon is darting into the Lounge to talk about his farm, why he almost left the major leagues for college basketball, and how baseball can become more exciting.

Billy Bean, MLB's Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion joins us in the Lounge to talk about his role and his lived experience. Bean is the only openly gay Major League Baseball player (current or former) alive today. Bean writes about his experiences in his book, "Going the Other Way: Lessons from a Life In and Out of Major League Baseball"

Scott Braun and Orestes Destrade sit down with Dontrelle Willis to talk about his 2003 run with the Marlins, how he developed his signature leg kick, and how his mom helped him develop his game.

Former Chicago White Sox broadcaster Hawk Harrelson joins us in the Lounge to talk about his playing career, his take on the game today and more!

2011 World Series MVP David Freese joins us in the Lounge to talk about his journey to the big leagues after he almost gave up baseball, the impact playing for the Cardinals had on his career, his new found love for playing music and more!

2002 WS Champ Tim Salmon is in the Lounge discussing what it's like watch Trout and Ohtani everyday as an Angels broadcaster, what bringing a championship home meant to the organization, the moves he thinks the Angels need to make to bring home another trophy and more!

Chris Iannetta & Vernon Wells are next up in the Lounge discussing their JACK Winery, their favorite pitchers to face during their playing days, what else they've been up to since retiring and more!

Two-time World Series Champ Jonny Gomes is in the Lounge with Scott Braun and Orestes Destrade to discuss what he's been up to since retiring, his unique journey to the big leagues, and his near-death experiences and how they impacted his style of play.

Two-time All-Star Jason Kipnis is in the Lounge with Scott and Alanna discussing his restaurant ventures, his autograph collection, how he's been enjoying his time away from the game and more!

Former Phillies manager Charlie Manuel is in the Lounge this week discussing his time as a player and success in Japan, his style as manager, and what he thinks of the Phillies team making a run this year. Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @legendsloungebb.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Four-time World Series champ Luis Sojo sits down in the Lounge to discuss his time with the Yankees, his experience coaching in the World Baseball Classic and making a comeback after appearing the Old-Timers' Game.  

Scott Braun and Alanna Rizzo are in the Lounge this week with their friend four-time All-Star Mike Lowell. He talks about his journey to the big leagues, his cancer diagnosis at 24, and shares some memories from his time with the Red Sox.

Hall of Famer Bert Blyleven is in the Lounge this week discussing some of his notorious pranks, some of his favorite moments from his storied career, and his thoughts on the game today.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Two-time All-Star CJ Wilson is in the Lounge with Alanna Rizzo and Scott Braun to chat about his luxury car business, thoughts on Angels ownership, and who he thinks deserves the AL MVP award.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com. 

This week we welcome Yankees All-Star catcher Jose Trevino into the Lounge. He sits down with Scott and Orestes to discuss his time with the organization so far, how he prepares for games and what it was like growing up in Corpus Christi. Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

10 year MLB veteran Jim Abbott is in the Lounge this week with Scott Braun and Alanna Rizzo to discuss his inspiring story of making it to the big leagues with one hand, his iconic no hitter with the Yankees, and what he's been up to since retiring. Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

This week's episode features Rachel Balkovec, the first woman to manage a minor league affiliate of an MLB team. Get the details behind her decade long career in baseball, what she has left to achieve, her insights on strength and conditioning and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

7x All-Star Billy Wagner is in the Lounge with Scott Braun and Alanna Rizzo to discuss his thoughts on the Hall of Fame, how he learned to pitch left handed, which closer has the most epic entrance song and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

4-time All-Star Jim Edmonds is in the Lounge! Tune in as he sits down with Scott and Orestes to discuss his famous catch against the Royals, his Entourage guest appearance, how he developed his batting stance and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Top 20 stolen base leader Juan Pierre is zipping into the Lounge this week as he sits down with Scott and O to discuss the stops along his Major League career, his strategy at the plate, and his thoughts on today's game.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

4x All-Star Rafael Palmeiro joins Scott & O in the Lounge to talk about his journey to the big leagues, his time with the Cubs, Orioles and Rangers, and the behind the scenes story of the famous Jose Canseco blooper.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

It's a doubleheader in the Lounge this week as we welcome in two-sport star Brian Jordan and six-time All-Star Will Clark.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Three-time World Series champ Darryl Strawberry is next up in the Lounge to discuss his time with the Mets & Yankees, his journey to becoming a traveling minister and his ideas to expand the game of baseball.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

10-time All-Star Steve Garvey joins us in the Lounge ahead of the 2022 All-Star game hosted in Los Angeles. He discusses his full circle story of being a bat boy for the Brooklyn Dodgers, how he won the first baseman job, and how Frank Sinatra missed a stanza when performing the National Anthem for Tommy Lasorda's first game managing the Dodgers.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Hall of Famer Andre Dawson is the next guest in the Baseball Legends Lounge as he sits down with Scott and Orestes to discuss his journey to the big leagues, the impact of playing on turf vs. grass, his special relationship with Cubs fans, and his second career as the director of a funeral home.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Hall of Fame closer Trevor Hoffman is in the Lounge to discuss how he converted from position player to pitcher, how he threw his deceptive changeup and gives us the background on his iconic “Hells Bells” entrance song.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

Six-time All-Star Kenny Lofton joins Scotty B and O in the Lounge this week to discuss his NFT projects, why rule changes won't lead to more stolen bases, and why Albert Belle smashed the thermostat in the Indians clubhouse.Check out Kenny's NFT project here: https://www.proxime.io/Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.

2009 World Series Champion Nick Swisher is in the Lounge to discuss how rule changes can make the game more exciting, how analytics can encourage smarter practices, and his famous brawl with Vicente Padilla. Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

Hall of Famer Jim Thome joins us to discuss his new role as president of the MLBPAA, growing up in the Cleveland organization, and his best hitting tips.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

Jim Poole and Curt Schilling, teammates on the '99 Phillies, join us in the Lounge this week as we commemorate MLB's second annual Lou Gehrig Day. Jim discusses his courageous battle with ALS and Curt shares his experience bringing awareness to the disease.Learn more about the Member For A Day campaigns benefitting ALS here: https://go.memberforaday.co/lougehrig/Campaign/DetailsHave a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

Two-time All-Star Shawn Green joins us in the Lounge to discuss his tech company, Greenfly, how Eastern philosophy helped him stay focused, how his dad became Freddie Freeman's hitting coach and more!Learn more about Greenfly here: https://www.greenfly.com/Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

16-time Gold Glove Winner Jim Kaat is in the Lounge this week to discuss his election to the Hall of Fame, share experiences from his storied 25-year career, and his time as MLBPAA president.Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

World Series champion and two-time All-Star catcher AJ Pierzynski is in the Lounge this week to discuss how playing angry helped him perform, his experience wrestling, the 2005 White Sox championship season and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

This week we welcome two-time All-Star Kerry Wood in the Lounge as we celebrate the anniversary of his historic 20K game, discuss his journey to the Big Leagues, pitching during the steroid era, and the Wood Family Foundation.Learn more about the Wood Family Foundation: https://www.wffpitchin.org/Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics

Four-time All-Star Dante Bichette joins Scotty B and O in the Lounge this week to discuss his son Bo, his time as a Rockie, how O saved his life during Winter Ball and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Connect with us:Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLAMAuthenticsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlamauthenticsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLAMAuthentics