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We open Tuesday's show discussing a REPORT about Royals ownership giving JJ Picollo a directive to sell their veteran players, and an ensuing twitter exchange between the reporter and the Royals' VP of Communications. Then we chat with the man who made the report, Mark Healey, Editor In Chief of the Rockaway Wave in New York (Mark is also an author, former AP writer, and former Baseball Digest editor).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bob Costas, sportscaster and talk show host, reflects on his recent Baseball Digest lifetime achievement award and the state of baseball and other sports today.=>EVENT:  Bob Costas will discuss his wide-ranging career - and how sports have changed with Howard Bryant at The 92nd Street Y on Sunday, May 11 at 7 pm. (Ticket information)

Radio Prof. Mike Damergis interviews veteran journalist Dom Amore about his latest article in Baseball Digest on Babe Ruth's final days with the Boston Braves. The Bambino gave fans one last hoorah in Pittsburgh on May 25, 1935 by belting 3 home runs. Ruth could have called it quits after the game, but stayed on a bit longer.

Baseball Digest's Rick Cerrone joins the show tonight

Welcome back to The Great Unfamous -- we've been on hiatus for the last year, but we're back in 2025, and we fire it back up with a guest I've tried to land for almost three years. Mark Williams taught me lessons about the breathtaking beauty of Durango, Colorado, how to fly fish and how you take on David-and-Goliath battles and win. Mark's a world-renowned fly fishing expert, author of more than 20 books, a sports writer, an award-winning alternative school teacher, a cancer survivor, a public speaker, an entrepreneur and more.  But his best skill is his ability to storytell -- with a razor sharp wit and silver-tongue Texas drawl, he gets away with a lot because he's a cross between Odysseus and The Fantastic Mr. Fox. Meet the man with a knack for tricking people into believing in themselves and learn how he acquired this talent on this episode of The Great Unfamous. MARK WILLIAMS BIO Mark D. Williams is an educator, consultant, speaker and author. Williams has fished all over the world and is the author of the popular fishing/travel book, So Many Fish, So Little Time: 1001 of the World's Greatest Backcountry Honeyholes, Trout Rivers, Blue Ribbon Waters, Bass Lakes, and Saltwater Hot Spots from Harper Collins. Williams has written 22 books and most recently, co-wrote two books with wife Amy Becker Williams: Weather Disasters (Skyhorse Pub.) and 50 Top Things to Do in the Enchanted Circle Northern New Mexico (West Winds Press.) Williams writes about travel, sports, outdoors, backpacking, camping, weather, gig businesses and more. Williams recently completed his first crime-mystery novel, The Hollow Men, first of the Guy Harwin series (Longmire meets True Detective/Seven.) He is currently finishing the second novel in the series, Purgatory. He has two other novels ready for review: The Bedside Diaries, and The Bomba Shack. He has two western novels in a series but only discovered this past year that nobody is buying westerns anymore. Williams has written hundreds of articles for numerous national magazines and newspapers including Dallas Morning News, SPORT Magazine, ESPN, ESPNoutdoors.com, Texas Sporting Journal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Baseball Digest, Texas Rangers' Program, Beckett, Cowboys and Indians, Southwest Fly Fishing, Texas Sportsman, Texas Outdoors, Texas Fish and Game, Backpacker, Men's Health, Men's Journal, Flyfishing and Flytying Journal, Bass Pro Shop, Orvis News, Rocky Mountain Game and Fish and more. He is the author of two apps: Freshwater Flyfishing Tips from the Pros, and Sports Most Memorable Sound Bites (both Sutro Media.) Williams has written: Freshwater Flyfishing Tips from the Pros, Fireside / Simon & Schuster; Trout Fishing Sourcebook, Menasha Ridge Press; The Backpacking Angler, Menasha Ridge Press; Flyfishing Southwestern Colorado, Wayfinder Press; Knots for Flyfishers, Menasha Ridge Press, Colorado Fly Fishing: Where to Eat, Sleep and Fish (Johnson Books) and The Bedside Diaries (Kindle) and with Stonefly Press, Learning to Fly Fish for Trout, and 49 Trout Streams Southern Colorado, University of New Mexico Press, to name a few. Owns several businesses including antiques, and online bookstores. Williams was an award-winning teacher at North Heights Alternative School in Amarillo, Texas. Williams taught Social Studies and Multimedia, grades 9-12. Williams began teaching at age 40 after a career as a sportswriter and business owner. In 2013, Williams was runner-up finalist for the Brock International Prize in Education. His students produced award-winning documentaries, PSAs, books, articles, magazines, songs and albums, commercials, student-run bookstores, coffee-shops, other businesses and more. In 2013, he successfully guided the 1st high school in America to create a professional app for iTunes and Android. Amazon book and bio page: LinkedIn Represented by David H Smith, Inkwell Mgt, NYC MDW Amazon Page

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

To start off October content for the Alex Garrett One Leg Up Network, I talk with the Yankees PR man that oversaw the Yankees dynastic runs of October of the 1990s, Mr. Rick Cerrone! We talk about Rick's Pirates, MLB Commissioner's office days as well as being a right-hand man to Yankees owner George M. Steinbrenner !Find out more at BaseballDigest and CerroneRick on X! 

To start off October content for the Alex Garrett One Leg Up Network, I talk with the Yankees PR man that oversaw the Yankees dynastic runs of October of the 1990s, Mr. Rick Cerrone! We talk about Rick's Pirates, MLB Commissioner's office days as well as being a right-hand man to Yankees owner George M. Steinbrenner !Find out more at BaseballDigest and CerroneRick on X! 

From Bud Dowd's Yorktown Cornhuskers to the NY Yankees Tales of Berra, Dimaggio, Steinbrenner, Jeter, 9/11 and the greatest comeback story ever told ... Rueben Sierra? A great listen featuring 2 of the great voices in the game

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest LIVE on LI in the AM With Jay Oliver! by JVC Broadcasting

When Rick Cerrone, the revered editor-in-chief of Baseball Digest, joins us for another Episode, he brings more than just stats and stories; he brings the heartbeat of baseball history to our show. As we light our Rocky Patel cigars and settle into our chairs, Rick transports us from the Pittsburgh Pirates' PR office to the inner sanctum of the New York Yankees under George Steinbrenner. His tales of innovation, like initiating Pirate Fest, and the nostalgia of Turn Back the Clock Day, remind us that baseball is a tapestry of tradition and transformation. Ever wondered what it would be like to witness Barry Bonds toss his glove onto the field in true 1939 fashion, or to overhear a heated exchange between Bonds and Jim Leyland during spring training? Rick Serone shares these moments with the vividness of a seasoned storyteller, offering a glimpse into the personalities and tensions that shaped an era. He also peels back the curtain on the life of a baseball PR director, from handling managerial fireworks to navigating the complexities of media relations—all while keeping the game's legacy alive.But it's not all fastballs and field drama; Rick recounts a heartwarming story of Oscar-winning actress Teresa Wright, whose love for baseball was sparked by a simple first pitch at a Yankees game. Her journey from silver screen to diamond enthusiast, culminating in a cherished encounter with Derek Jeter, is a poignant reminder that baseball is more than a sport—it's a series of human stories, each with the power to inspire and connect. Join us for an episode that captures the soul of America's pastime through the eyes of one of its most dedicated chroniclers.CHAPTERS0:00 Career Highlights of Baseball Digest Editor7:55 Barry Bonds and the Pirates20:05 Meeting Jim Leland, Landing Yankees Job29:04 The Secret Relationship With Steinbrenner43:17 Teresa Wright's Love of BaseballTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

When Rick Cerrone, the esteemed editor-in-chief of Baseball Digest, opens up about his journey, even the air in Burn by Rocky Patel seems to hang on every word. Graced with the scent of fine cigars and the spirit of America's pastime, Rick weaves tales of his New York Yankees days and the path that led him back to the heart of Pittsburgh. This episode is a love letter to the city, the sport, and the art of storytelling, as Rick reveals the intricacies of helming a revered publication and the poignant moments behind Baseball Digest's most prestigious awards.Navigating the tectonic shifts of the journalism landscape, Rick Sarone stands as a beacon for resilience and adaptability. With Baseball Digest's evolution from a pocket-sized periodical to a full-size sensation, we probe the challenges of keeping a niche sports magazine thriving in an increasingly digital world. Rick's personal anecdotes underscore the sentimental value of print media, while his insights into the business side of running a publication shed light on the delicate dance between passion and pragmatism.Culminating with a suspenseful account of a public art fundraiser, we're reminded that the drama of baseball isn't confined to the diamond. Rick's tales of statues and last-minute fundraising triumphs are a testament to community spirit and dedication. This episode is a homerun for anyone drawn to the sound of the bat, the smell of fresh ink on paper, and the collective history woven through Pittsburgh's streets. Join us for an unforgettable conversation with a man whose life is as rich and compelling as the sport he represents.CHAPTERS0:04 Media Giant Returns to Pittsburgh5:45 The Evolution of Baseball Digest18:49 Career Journey in Journalism Industry30:23 Baseball Honors and Hank Aaron37:48 Baseball Digest46:05 Costs and Contributions in Baseball Digest54:06 Pittsburgh Pirates1:03:37 The Statue Fundraiser Successhttps://baseballdigest.com/THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

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In the second and final hour of tonight's show, Matt is joined in-studio by Stan McNeal, senior writer for Cardinals Publications, to discuss the 2023 Cardinals Yearbook which highlights the career of Albert Pujols. Matt is also joined on the phone by John Perrotto, Pittsburgh baseball contributor to Baseball Digest and Forbes Sports, to discuss the upcoming Cardinals-Pirates series, O'Neill Cruz's status, and which team will finish ahead of the other when the season is over. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.  

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It's the Strike Zone, a special baseball-only hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley continues the discussion of Jordan Walker's return to the big leagues as first reported by Jeff Jones. Matt is joined by Brian Walton of TheCardinalNation.com to discuss Walker, Moises Gomez crushing the ball in Memphis, and other headlines coming out of the minors. John Perrotto, contributor to Pittsburgh Baseball Now and Baseball Digest, also joins the show to give us the scouting report on the Bucs and to preview the Cardinals-Pirates series at PNC Park. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

Baseball Broadcaster and Author, Tim Hagerty and Several of the Jeff Michner Foundation / Pig Beach BBQ 2023 Participants Tim Hagerty is the broadcaster for the El Paso Chihuahuas (Padres Triple-A affiliate) and an award-winning writer and author. Tim was voted El Paso Sportscaster of the Year in 2014, 2015, and 2016. Baseball America named him an MLB broadcast prospect in its Best of the Minors feature.  He has written hundreds of baseball history articles for Baseball Digest, Sporting News, The Hardball Times, and other publications.  Tim's work has been honored with the national Edward R. Murrow Awards and by the Alabama Associated Press, Idaho State Broadcasters Association, Vermont Associated Press, the Society for American Baseball Research, and the Society of Professional Journalists. He joins us to discuss his wonderful career and his very funny book, Tales from the Dugout:  1,001 Humorous Inspirational & Wild Anecdotes from Minor League Baseball.  In the off-season, Tim has provided national on-air updates from football and basketball games for Fox Sports Radio. Go to http://timhagerty.com/home to learn more about Tim. The 3rd Annual Jeff Michner Foundation BBQ Benefit held at Pig Beach BBQ was a huge success, and we had the opportunity to speak with some of the participants.  The conversations were brief, but we enjoyed our talks with Gloria Chabot from Bakergoog, Harrison Sapp from Southern Soul BBQ, Kelly Dallas from Hogapalooza, Phil Wingo from Pork Mafia, and Mike Johnson from Sugarfire Smokehouse.  We are looking forward to having many of the preceding guests back to speak more in-depth. We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home by the musician, Dave Dresser, and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. We recommend you go to Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you.   Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.comTwitter:  @baseballandbbqInstagram:  baseballandbarbecueYouTube:  baseball and bbqWebsite:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq

Contributor for AP Sports, Sun-Times Sports, Baseball America and Baseball Digest, Mark Gonzales, joins F.P Santangelo to discuss why Tim Anderson was arguing with Logan Webb after he struck outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 1: It's a feel good Friday and Gio is wearing his Matt Martin Islanders jersey. We also talked about Baseball Digest as we all received the latest issue in the mail. We also talked about Mitchell Robinson making his return tonight when the Knicks play in D.C. Jerry starts with Morant vs Embiid and ‘elite level rim protection'. Jerry went around the NBA including Kyrie and the Mavs beating the Spurs. The bug that got both Boomer & Gio got to Shaq as he missed his TV gig last night due to illness. Bruce Arians talked about Tom Brady getting into broadcasting. Max Scherzer is here to win a World Series (no kidding). Boomer also didn't like #91 last night on the Rangers. Jerry went around the NHL for locals. And Michigan beat Rutgers last night. In the final segment of the hour, Vance Joseph is going back to the Broncos as Defensive Coordinator. So, unfortunately, Rex Ryan is out. We also talked about a huge offseason for Joe Schoen and the Giants. They are going to have to tag Daniel Jones and let Saquon Barkley head to free agency. Boomer thinks Lamar Jackson quit on his team because of the contract situation.  Hour 2: Eli Manning and Michael B. Jordan tried to recreate the OBJ catch. Pete Hoffman hosted the overnight until 5am and he'll be producing in his regular shift with Tiki & Tierney. Gio almost called the show because Hoffman was annoying him so much about Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr. Al was fighting with people on Twitter yesterday about defense lawyers. Jerry returns for an update but first Boomer quizzes Gio on Mets playoff history. Jerry goes around the NBA including Morant, Embiid and ‘elite level rim protection'. Jerry went around the NHL for the locals. In the final segment of the hour, a new report is out about Russell Wilson asking the Seahawks GM to fire Pete Carroll.  Hour 3: Show Announcement: April 7th, we are doing a live show in Jersey City. It is an off air, on stage show for the people in the room. It will not be broadcast. Jerry returns for an update but first we talk more about the live show we will be doing in Jersey City. The new Nets players were asked about their favorite players growing up and one of them said Kevin Durant. Ryan Leaf talked about Russell Wilson struggling in Denver because his mental health coach wasn't there. The Rangers lost to the Red Wings last night. In the final segment of the hour, we talked about the boat party from last summer. We also took a call from a guy who had male breast reduction surgery.  Hour 4: Boomer thinks Vladimir Tarasenko wasn't giving a full effort last night and was loafing. Pete Hoffman joins us as Gio had an issue with his Aaron Rodgers/Derek Carr takes. A caller says dogs are eating human poop from the streets of NY and are showing up at the veterinarian offices high. Jerry returns for an update and starts with ‘elite level rim protection'. The Savannah Bananas had Johnny Damon play in their game. The Rangers were beaten by the Red Wings last night. In the final segment of the show, Gio will be home by himself for an entire week as his wife and kids are going to Florida to visit with her family. He doesn't know what he is going to do with himself. Eddie has an amazing drop

It's a feel good Friday and Gio is wearing his Matt Martin Islanders jersey. We also talked about Baseball Digest as we all received the latest issue in the mail. We also talked about Mitchell Robinson making his return tonight when the Knicks play in D.C.

Hour 1: It's a feel good Friday and Gio is wearing his Matt Martin Islanders jersey. We also talked about Baseball Digest as we all received the latest issue in the mail. We also talked about Mitchell Robinson making his return tonight when the Knicks play in D.C. Jerry starts with Morant vs Embiid and ‘elite level rim protection'. Jerry went around the NBA including Kyrie and the Mavs beating the Spurs. The bug that got both Boomer & Gio got to Shaq as he missed his TV gig last night due to illness. Bruce Arians talked about Tom Brady getting into broadcasting. Max Scherzer is here to win a World Series (no kidding). Boomer also didn't like #91 last night on the Rangers. Jerry went around the NHL for locals. And Michigan beat Rutgers last night. In the final segment of the hour, Vance Joseph is going back to the Broncos as Defensive Coordinator. So, unfortunately, Rex Ryan is out. We also talked about a huge offseason for Joe Schoen and the Giants. They are going to have to tag Daniel Jones and let Saquon Barkley head to free agency. Boomer thinks Lamar Jackson quit on his team because of the contract situation.

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil "The Media Giant" Haley and Greg Hanna of TOSS C3 will interview Rick Cerrone. In the sports and in media industries, Rick Cerrone has done it all. Named just the fourth ‘'Editor-in-Chief' in the 80-year history of Baseball Digest in 2018, he has been an MLB executive, talk-show host and was at the helm of public relations for the greatest sports franchise in the world – the New York Yankees – in the nation's number-one media market. For 11 of the most successful and tumultuousseasons in New York Yankees' history, Rick held what Sports Illustrated called, "The Hottest Seat in Sports." As the team's Senior Director of Media Relations from 1996 through 2006, he worked side-by-side with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. He counseled perhaps the most powerful and controversial owner in the history of professional sports, George M. Steinbrenner; worked closely with the game's most-respected manager, Joe Torre; and guided and supported the most-recognizable players for the sports industry's most-valuable franchise in the nation's number-one media market.      

Former Major League Pitcher Ken Brett is quoted as saying, "The worst curse in life is unlimited potential." After the rise to stardom of New York Yankees great Mickey Mantle, the expectations that come with being "the next" are high, and in some cases, crushing.  Barry Sparks joins Lawrence Knorr to talk baseball, and share stories of players who were touted as that guy in "Finding the Next Mickey Mantle." Among these chronicled by Sparks are some familiar names. We hear the stories of Bill Robinson, Clint Hurdle and Tom Tresh, and how and why they fared as they did. Some, like Joe Pepitone were considered to have burned up their best years and potential, while others, such as Ruben Rivera never quite panned out to their (at times unfair) top billing. We also hear why Sparks considers Mike Trout to be one of the best players of his generation, and how Bryce Harper handles these pressures better than most. Sparks has written about baseball for more than 50 years. His first article appears in the July 1970 Baseball Digest. His work has appeared in more than 70 national and regional publications, including National Pastime, Sports Parade and Sports Collectors Digest. He is also the author of a biography of Frank "Home Run" Baker, and is a member of the Society for American Baseball Research. He lives in York, Pennsylvania.

AMBS and Dave entertain Editor-In-Chief of the 80 year publication Baseball Digest. From a chance intervention with his guidance counselor to his dream job with the NY Yankees and the Boss, Cerrone claims happenstance for his rise through the baseball public relations However, if listen to him for just a moment you'll come to understand that his value of relationships and people have lead the way to every success. Phenomenal baseball stories that will draw you in from the Boss, to Academy Award Winning Actress Theresa Wright, to Ernie Banks. Meet the man who has served as an advisor on Hollywood sets with the Natural and 61 and now reimagining the most iconic baseball publication ever. This is one for the ages.

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The Atlanta Hawks are coming off a big win against the Milwaukee Bucks without Trae Young. A.J. Griffin and Onyeka Okungwu were on full display coming off the bench. Dejounte Murray continued to justify Travis Schlenk bringing him alongside Young. Jarvis Davis and Tenitra Batiste talked about how the Hawks are starting to look like a team that has some real NBA depth. Also, they discussed Michael Harris II being named NL Rookie of the Year by the Baseball Digest. Secondly, Dean Pees hasn't had any issues saying what is on his mind in regard to how his defense is playing. The Atlanta Falcons had a lot of issues getting off the field on third down against the L.A. Chargers. Jarvis Davis and Tenitra Batiste talked about how Pees answered a question about his team's play on third down. Also, they discussed what Pees can do with this defense going forward. Lastly, a lot of people have been wondering where Tenitra has been the past couple of shows. She participated in Xavier's homecoming festivities, and she explains why tabletops and her losing her voice are relevant to this conversation in For The Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Atlanta Hawks are coming off a big win against the Milwaukee Bucks without Trae Young. A.J. Griffin and Onyeka Okungwu were on full display coming off the bench. Dejounte Murray continued to justify Travis Schlenk bringing him alongside Young. Jarvis Davis and Tenitra Batiste talked about how the Hawks are starting to look like a team that has some real NBA depth. Also, they discussed Michael Harris II being named NL Rookie of the Year by the Baseball Digest. Secondly, Dean Pees hasn't had any issues saying what is on his mind in regard to how his defense is playing. The Atlanta Falcons had a lot of issues getting off the field on third down against the L.A. Chargers. Jarvis Davis and Tenitra Batiste talked about how Pees answered a question about his team's play on third down. Also, they discussed what Pees can do with this defense going forward. Lastly, a lot of people have been wondering where Tenitra has been the past couple of shows. She participated in Xavier's homecoming festivities, and she explains why tabletops and her losing her voice are relevant to this conversation in For The Culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Hagerty is the play-by-play announder for the San Diego Padres' AAA affiliate in El Paso, TX. Tim shares some of the most bizarre stories in baseball history.  In this episode you'll hear about a frantic call to the police from The Lake Erie Crusher who reported a missing head. That's right, a missing head.  The day the New Orleans Pelicans' official mascot Henry the Chimpanzee got loose and chased players around the field, eventually heading to the stands and causing pandemonium for the fans.  How a low line drive by the Milwaukee Brewers went down the right field line resulted in a Home Run when the Louisville Colonels lost the ball in a... well, you'll have to this one. You'll also hear about a while bull that ended up on the field, a pitcher taking the mound in bare feet, and a train conductor who caught a fly ball. Tim Hagerty has been a professional baseball broadcaster fro 18 years. He's written hundreds of freelance baseball articles for Baseball Digest, MLB.com, Sporting News, The Hardball Times, and and other publications. Tim's latest book "Tales from the Dugout; 1,001 Humorous, Inspirational, and Wild Anecdotes from Minor League Baseball" is available on pre-order and set for release on March 21st, 2023. Tim also co-authored a book with Ripken called "Root for the Home Team: Minor League Baseball's Most Off-the-Wall Team Names and the Stories Behind Them." Follow the Life at the Ballpark podcast on: Facebook Twitter Catch up on previous episodes of Life at the Ballpark with John Frost.

Tim Hagerty is the play-by-play announder for the San Diego Padres' AAA affiliate in El Paso, TX. Tim shares some of the most bizarre stories in baseball history.  In this episode you'll hear about a frantic call to the police from The Lake Erie Crusher who reported a missing head. That's right, a missing head.  The day the New Orleans Pelicans' official mascot Henry the Chimpanzee got loose and chased players around the field, eventually heading to the stands and causing pandemonium for the fans.  How a low line drive by the Milwaukee Brewers went down the right field line resulted in a Home Run when the Louisville Colonels lost the ball in a... well, you'll have to this one. You'll also hear about a while bull that ended up on the field, a pitcher taking the mound in bare feet, and a train conductor who caught a fly ball. Tim Hagerty has been a professional baseball broadcaster fro 18 years. He's written hundreds of freelance baseball articles for Baseball Digest, MLB.com, Sporting News, The Hardball Times, and and other publications. Tim's latest book "Tales from the Dugout; 1,001 Humorous, Inspirational, and Wild Anecdotes from Minor League Baseball" is available on pre-order and set for release on March 21st, 2023. Tim also co-authored a book with Ripken called "Root for the Home Team: Minor League Baseball's Most Off-the-Wall Team Names and the Stories Behind Them." Follow the Life at the Ballpark podcast on: Facebook Twitter Catch up on previous episodes of Life at the Ballpark with John Frost.

00:00-25:00: Rick Cerrone joins the show to chat about 80 years of Baseball Digest, the magazine through the years, the historic 80th issue, his relationship with Derek Jeter, interactions with The Boss, the 2022 NY Yankees, the great Shohei Ohtani and more!

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The guys kick off the 5 o'clock hour getting back to kick off times and getting back to Oklahoma's perceived disrespect. Tiger speaking to Golf Digest raises red flags for Ross who also brings up Reader's Digest and Baseball Digest. Chris and Erick chat about Gretzyk's rookie card being sold for north of $3 million. Then Juli Pettit and Connor Ferguson of the Iowa Barnstormers preview their game this weekend before Chris gives his all NBA Bet Rivers parlay pick of the day.

The guys kick off the 5 o'clock hour getting back to kick off times and getting back to Oklahoma's perceived disrespect. Tiger speaking to Golf Digest raises red flags for Ross who also brings up Reader's Digest and Baseball Digest. Chris and Erick chat about Gretzyk's rookie card being sold for north of $3 million. Then Juli Pettit and Connor Ferguson of the Iowa Barnstormers preview their game this weekend before Chris gives his all NBA Bet Rivers parlay pick of the day.

Baseball Buffet 49 looks at MLB's Atlantic League experiment in moving the pitching rubber back a foot. Then we analyzed baseball taking the midnight train from Georgia in moving the All-Star game from Atlanta to Denver. Next, it's some surprising predictions for the 2021 season. We end with a few last bites. Our buffet of baseball commentators include: --Andie Giafaglione, award winning photographer and former image master of the Chicago Cubs. --Chuck Hildebrandt, award winning baseball researcher and Chair emeritus of SABR’s Baseball and the Media Research Committee. --Thom Henninger, editor at Baseball Digest and author of the just published, The Pride of Minnesota: The Twins in the Turbulent 1960s. --Your host is Jim Walker, author of Crack of the Bat: A History of Baseball on the Radio.

Artie Wilson continues your Aloha #HDayFriday discussion. From the NBA entering its final month of the regular season to #HawaiiMBB alums and their college age sons who play basketball to the big weekend for #HawaiiMVB in the Big West Men's Volleyball Championship, Artie also reflects on a recent award given to his Godfather (Willie Mays) by Baseball Digest. On today's show: -Phil Lott, former #HawaiiMBB standout: while on a family vacation here in Hawai`i, Phil gives thanks to another #HawaiiMBB standout player and coach Bob Nash, what messages he preaches to both his sons and those on AAU teams he coaches and is UH still a destination for basketball players.

 — Baseball Digest gave legend Willie Mays its inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award on Thursday.The Hall of Fame center fielder was honored Thursday with a new accolade to be given annually recognizing a living individual who has made “significant contributions to the national game.”Mays, who turns 90 on May 6, was chosen over five other finalists in voting by a panel of longtime baseball writers, broadcasters, historians and executives.The Say Hey Kid appears on the cover of Baseball Digest for the fourth time. “I never worried about personal awards. I worried about winning,” Mays said in a news release. “But to be honored with this Lifetime Achievement Award, that’s a great honor, especially with all the other great names (considered). All deserving. It’s a sports award, it’s a baseball award, but it’s much more. It’s about all the things you do. For me, it’s about helping kids and making sure they’re taken care of because so many people took care of me in my life. Mays made 24 All-Star teams and won two NL MVP awards and 12 Gold Gloves during his dazzling career from 1951-73. He moved with the Giants from New York to San Francisco, then finished up with two seasons back in the Big Apple playing for the Mets. He ranks sixth on the career chart with 660 home runs.Also selected as finalists were Hank Aaron, Roland Hemond, Rachel Robinson, Vin Scully and Joe Torre. “Baseball Digest was honored to cover and celebrate Willie Mays for the duration of his incredible career and we are equally honored to celebrate an entire lifetime of contributions to baseball,” said Norman Jacobs, publisher since 1969. “Just as he thrilled us during a Hall of Fame playing career that spanned four decades, Willie has exemplified the best qualities of our game and our country in the nearly 50 years since his retirement.” *Trust*In*GOD*

My guest this week is Rick Cerrone. Rick is the Editor In Chief for Baseball Digest and the former Senior Director of Media Relations for the New York Yankees. Follow Rick - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cerronerick?lang=enSubscribe to Baseball Digest: https://baseballdigest.com/Find NEWHD NYC on your favorite Podcast Platform here: https://linktr.ee/newhdnycPowered by NEWHD Media, https://newhdradio.com/newhdnycpodcast

Rick Cerrone, Editor in Chief of Baseball Digest, joins Richard to remember the late MLB legend Hank Aaron. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Baseball Buffet our monthly roundtable focusing on recent baseball events. Today we look at the free agent signings that are still stuck in our collective craws. Next we examine what's likely to happen this uncertain off-season. After a quick break, we’ll ask a big question: Given all of its problems, what are baseball’s enduring virtues? We end our day’s ZOOM dinning with our last bites. Our buffet of baseball commentators include: --Andie Giafaglione, award winning photographer and former image master of the Chicago Cubs. --Thom Henninger, Editor at Baseball Digest and author of Tony Oliva: The Life and Times of a Minnesota Twins Legend. --Chuck Hildebrandt, award winning baseball researcher and Chair emeritus of SABR’s Baseball and the Media Research Committee. --Stuart Shea, author of Wrigley Field: The Long Life and Contentious Times of the Friendly Confines. --Your host is Jim Walker, author of Crack of the Bat: A History of Baseball on the Radio.

Richard chats with Rick Cerrone, the founder of Baseball Digest, about Steve Cohen buying the Mets, the future of rules in baseball such as the DH in the NL and the shift, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Baseball Buffet our monthly roundtable focusing on recent baseball events. Today we look at the best moments of the difficult 2020 season. We bring a positive spin to season where testing positive was not so positive. Then we look at three old managers with three new jobs, Tony LaRussa, A.J. Hinch and Alex Cora. Next, we crystal ball the coming off-season. What surprises are in store for the nation’s hot stovers? We end our day’s ZOOM dinning with our last bites. Our buffet of baseball commentators include: --Andie Giafaglione, award winning photographer and former image master of the Chicago Cubs. --Thom Henninger, Editor at Baseball Digest and author of Tony Oliva: The Life and Times of a Minnesota Twins Legend. --Chuck Hildebrandt, award winning baseball researcher and Chair emeritus of SABR’s Baseball and the Media Research Committee. --Stuart Shea, author of Wrigley Field: The Long Life and Contentious Times of the Friendly Confines. --Your host is Jim Walker, author of Crack of the Bat: A History of Baseball on the Radio.

Coach gives his thoughts on Jake Cronenworth being named Rookie of the Year by Baseball Digest, reports that the Indians will trade Francisco Lindor and we get to Coach's Corner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The season is inching closer and closer and we couldn't be more excited over at A Metsian Podcast with Sam, Rich and Mike! And we are thrilled to have Gotham Baseball's founder and Executive Editor Mark Healey on the program today, LIVE at 9pm ET! Mark has been covering the Mets for a variety of media outlets since 1996, including the Associated Press, Baseball Digest, and SiriusXM. He's currently the Editor In Chief of The Wave newspaper in Rockaway Beach. Later this year, his first book, "Gotham Baseball: Legends of the New York Game" will be published by The History Press. Jacob deGrom recently said he's optimistic they can get an extension done. Do fans share in that optimism? Does Jason Vargas's low spring ERA preclude them from going after the two big pitching free agents still out there, Gio Gonzalez and Dallas Keuchel? With ToddFrazier working his way back from injury and Carlos Gomez almost ready to insert himself into the outfield depth, is the saying, “You can never have too much depth” more important than ever? Or is a logjam abrewin'? All that and more LIVE at 9pm ET on the latest edition of A Metsian Podcast with Sam, Rich and Mike!

Guests: 1) Paul Greco, Associate Editor of Baseball Digest and radio show host:  2) Jose Reyes, Yankeeology; and  3) Bob McCreary, Baseball by the yard.