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Rafael Devers' position changes are becoming a real storyline, and David Ortiz weighs in on how they might be affecting his season. Ortiz also shares why the David Ortiz Children's Fund means so much to him and how the Boston Heart Classic is helping kids around the world. Lenny Clarke stops by to talk about growing up a Boston sports fan and what it's like being around legends like Big Papi. Brock Holt dives into life after retirement, the difficulty of learning first base, and how players like Kristian Campbell and Devers are managing those adjustments. Jim Rice shares thoughts on the Red Sox strikeout problem and which hitters need to rethink their approach with two strikes. Jahmai Webster sits down with Trevor Story to break down his hot start to June, his work with the glove, and what it's like playing behind Garrett Crochet. Plus, an update on Roman Anthony's call-up timeline, what Trevor Story's power surge means for the lineup, and why the next two weeks are critical for the Red Sox at the trade deadline. All of that on 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers, hosted by Tom Caron and Alex Speier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour answering more calls about all they have talked about. (14:28) Responding to Jim Rice’s postgame comments yesterday and discussing the Red Sox’s hitting approach. (24:35) Lightning round of calls about the Red Sox. (33:03) The guys read the Email of the Day!
On this special Marathon Monday edition, we reflect on the power of tradition, resilience, and baseball in Boston. Tom Caron opens the show with a heartfelt look back at the iconic Patriots' Day game start, the significance of the Boston Marathon, and the city's strength in the aftermath of the 2013 bombing. That year, Jonny Gomes became a symbol of the city's spirit as he joins the show alongside Jim Rice to revisit those emotional days. From David Ortiz's unforgettable speech to Gomes' pivotal leadoff double in the Red Sox's first home game after the tragedy, they dive deep into the bond between Boston and its ball club during a time of healing. Later, Alex Speier talks with White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz about a wave of Massachusetts talent on Chicago's staff, his time coaching Lucas Giolito, and how Garrett Crochet is evolving into a dominant starter. From pitch design to player development and the future of the fastball, it's a masterclass in modern pitching. Presented by your New England Ford Dealers, this is 310 To Left with Tom Caron and Alex Speier. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(00:00) Joe Murray gets into his flow state to identify chicken nuggets. He LOVES his zesty chicken nuggets. (14:50) Fred, Hardy, and Wallach remember how Jim Rice was told by a Red Sox employee not to talk with Red Sox hitters, leading to a heated argument. (31:26) Rory McIlroy won the Masters, but was he lucky? Was he not mentally focused since he missed opportunities to seal the win prior to the playoff? CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!
(0:00) Chris Gasper of the Boston Globe and Jim Murray open up the show with a breakdown of the Red Sox 11-1 loss at the hands of the lowly Chicago White Sox. (13:43) Gasper & Murray re-hash comments made by Jim Rice on the Red Sox hitting approach, as the Red Sox hitting struggles continue. (23:01) Gasper & Murray break down Triston Casas' horrible game yesterday and his struggles to start the season. (34:58) More analysis from the Red Sox-White Sox game. Red Sox commit 5 errors and lead the MLB with 19 errors.
You won't believe what Peter Gammons has to say about baseball as he celebrates his 80th birthday this week! On this special episode, Peter reflects on his career and the game of baseball, including his excitement for this year's Opening Day and the importance of the franchise's long-term identity. He discusses the Red Sox's standout players like Wilyer Abreu and Alex Bregman, sharing insights on Bregman's playoff experience and veteran presence that have been a perfect fit for the team. Peter also reminisces about his career, comparing his approach to reporting in the 1970s to today's coverage. He shares the special moments from the 1975 World Series, including the game script he wrote for Game 6 and how it became one of his career-defining moments. The conversation turns to the greatness of Jim Rice and the upcoming 25th Annual Hot Stove Cool Music Event on April 12th at the Paradise. Peter's love of the scholarship program and music shines through as he talks about the event, which benefits the Foundation To Be Named Later. Tickets are available at FTBNL.org. Don't miss this special episode of 310 To Left, presented by your New England Ford Dealers, with Tom Caron & Alex Speier ft. Peter Gammons! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1975 was a banner year for Rookies in Major League Baseball. Fred Lynn broke onto the scene in Boston and won Rookie of the Year and MVP… the first player ever to do that. And in the National League, John, “The Count” Montefusco took home the honors of National League Rookie of the Year. The Giants hurler narrowly beat out The Kid, Gary Carter, who went on to have a Hall of Fame career as a catcher. The only other player to get a vote for American League Rookie of the Year was Lynn's teammate, a future Hall of Famer himself, Jim Rice who had a fantastic freshman year. The 3rd Hall of Famer in that rookie class was a pitcher in Cleveland by the name of Dennis Eckersley. But he wasn't the only young stud on that staff… Enter The Amazing Emu… Jim Kern. A non-drafted pitcher out of Midland, Michigan, Kern didn't rise quickly through the minors and took a detour when he joined the marines in 1969. After a year of serving and 5 more in the reserves, Kern's baseball career started to take off and after a brief callus to the bigs in '74, he came up for good in '75. As a starter he had inconsistent success but with Frank Robinson as his manager, he converted to a receiver in 1976 and a star was born. One of the hardest throwers in the game, Kern took to his new role immediately, winning 10 games and saving 15 with an ERA of 2.37 over 117 innings. He was an American League All-Star the next three seasons culminating in 1979 when he won 13 games out of the pen and saved another 29 while amassing 143 innings with an ERA of 1.57. A season for the ages for the 6'5 flamethrower. Unfortunately injuries plagued Kern for much of the rest of his career. He bounced around the league and other than a resurgence in 1982 for a bad Reds team, he never was as dominant as he was during that 4-year stretch from 1976-79… On the Past Our Prime podcast, Kern tells us about his journey from being undrafted out of high school, to the marines to a 3-time All-Star reliever from 1977 to 1979. He tells us about his days in Cleveland that included playing for the first black manager in baseball history, Hall of Famer Frank Robinson and being on the same pitching staff as another Hall of Famer, Dennis Eckersley. Kern speaks fondly of many teammates including Gaylord Perry, Pat Dobson, Sparky Lyle and Boog Powell who taught this “dumbass rookie” as much about being a pitcher as anyone he ever came across. And this baseball character tells us about the best prank he ever took part in, and how Buddy Bell got his revenge! It's a bunch of laughs with one of the funniest relief pitchers of the late 70's who could throw the ball about as hard as anyone for a brief, yet electric time in Cleveland and Texas. The Amazing Emu, Jim Kern, on the Past Our Prime podcast. Download, listen, subscribe and review the show wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(0:00) The second hour of the show is opened with the guys reaction to Alex Cora saying Devers is not going to play third base. (9:16) More speculation on the Red Sox staffer who got into a confrontation with Jim Rice, and the new hitting technology used in baseball. (29:11) More discussion on the Driveline hitting technology and caller reaction. (38:41) More ripping on the Red Sox nerds.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Jim Murray lead off the hour with discussion on how Kristian Campbell has been throughout spring training. Is he the opening day starter at 2nd base? (14:12) Discussion goes on about how the Red Sox are now after the 5 year anniversary of the Mookie Betts trade. Who got the better out of the trade, Dodgers or Red Sox? (28:08) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox spring training so far and how they look for opening day. (38:30) Conversation sparks about why Jim Rice “teaching young players how to hit” a story never really was covered across Boston media.
Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the most irreplaceable players in the league, Eduardo raising his eyebrow over the Rafael Devers situation in Red Sox camp, Jim Rice clashing with Red Sox baseball ops, why Eduardo likes the Astros over the Rangers in the AL West, and which player he's expecting a huge bounce back season. Plus, Tom McCarthy previews the Phillies and Meredith Marakovits previews the Yankees. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets 5:25 Eduardo Pérez 27:37 Phillies preview w/ Tom McCarthy 33:35 Yankees preview w/ Meredith Marakovits 37:37 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the most irreplaceable players in the league, Eduardo raising his eyebrow over the Rafael Devers situation in Red Sox camp, Jim Rice clashing with Red Sox baseball ops, why Eduardo likes the Astros over the Rangers in the AL West, and which player he's expecting a huge bounce back season. Plus, Tom McCarthy previews the Phillies and Meredith Marakovits previews the Yankees. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BleacherTweets 5:25 Eduardo Pérez 27:37 Phillies preview w/ Tom McCarthy 33:35 Yankees preview w/ Meredith Marakovits 37:37 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maddon and Rose re-instatement The compete gene and Frank Howard More injuries Don't choke Jim Rice and other veterans in MLB camps Tech and analytics cannot solve or pre-empt problems ... you need an expert Upcoming CBA- salary cap vs floor Middle class is gone
SEGMENT - In tonight's Lightning Round, another marquee receiver is off the board, should the Patriots have been in on DK Metcalf? Who is the coach that tried to check Jim Rice, and more
HR4 - Arcand recaps the Patriots big day of free agency, but he still has some lingering questions about the newest Patriots. In tonight's Lightning Round, another marquee receiver is off the board, should the Patriots have been in on DK Metcalf? Who is the coach that tried to check Jim Rice, and more
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the noontime hour by reacting to the Sports Illustrated’s Free Agent Tracker giving the Patriots a “F” grade on the Milton Williams signing. (12:14) Zo and Beetle open up with Brad Marchand returning the TD Garden tonight and discuss his contract offer from the bruins and why he didn’t resign in Boston. (24:14) The guys come up with player comparisons to Brad Marchand’s contract value at age 37 parting ways with the one team he’s played for his whole career. (32:59) The guys wrap up the third hour by breaking down the altercation between a Red Sox staffer and Hall of Famer Jim Rice over hitting advice down at spring training in Fort Myers.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour by resetting their thoughts on the Patriots' start to free agency. (10:41) The callers weigh in on the Patriots and Bruins. (22:08) Jim Rice had a heated exchange with a Red Sox staffer over the weekend in Fort Myers. (32:06) More thoughts on the Patriots free agency signings so far on day of the legal tampering period.
C’est le grand retour de Val après Big Brother Célébrités. Les conditions routières ne sont pas simples. Vols retardés, écoles fermées… comment la tempête a défait tes plans!? Le coach de vie d’Étienne est de retour. Le chum de Val responsable d’une ruelle complètement congestionnée. La Minute à Martin: Une histoire palpitante de caca de vicking qui a marqué l’histoire. Debout les Caves - Vos meilleures jokes du jour. Une maman qui s’est mise dans le trouble solide en fin de semaine. L’Instant Incroyable: L’histoire incroyable du joueur de baseball Jim Rice. Débat du Jour: Huer l’hymne national américain: oui ou non? Voir https://www.cogecomedia.com/vie-privee pour notre politique de vie privée
Tom Caron sits down with Red Sox legend David Ortiz to discuss the crucial role of veteran leadership on a winning team. Ortiz shares how Jim Rice played a key part in his own career development, and he dives into Rafael Devers' emerging leadership style. Plus, Big Papi weighs in on whether the Red Sox can make a playoff push in 2025. Also, Lou Merloni joins the show to talk about what the Sox still need before Opening Day, the potential of Garrett Crochet, Walker Buehler, and the revamped bullpen, and if the Red Sox have a real shot at reclaiming the AL East crown. Finally, Tom catches up with top prospects Roman Anthony and Kristian Campbell to discuss their rise through the Red Sox farm system, adjusting to the business side of the game after the Kyle Teel trade, and the competitive energy surrounding Spring Training as they aim to crack the major league roster. All this and more on 310 To Left, hosted by Tom Caron. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ #MLB #RedSox #DavidOrtiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
First up, Red Sox Manager Alex Cora discuss some of the biggest questions surrounding the Red Sox heading into the new season. They dive into the potential changes in the pitching rotation, particularly with the additions of Walker Buehler and Garrett Crochet. The conversation also turns to the prospect of Alex Bregman joining the team and what that would mean for the club. Cora shares insights into his prior relationship with Bregman and how that could impact team dynamics. Additionally, they discuss how these moves might affect Rafael Devers, especially in terms of his role at third base. The trio also explores the ongoing challenge of improving the Red Sox offense and how they can remain competitive in the stacked AL East. Later, Tom Caron is joined by Jim Rice, who shares his thoughts on how the acquisition of Garrett Crochet could strengthen the bullpen, and how the Red Sox can continue to improve their offense heading into the season. Wrapping up the episode, Sam Kennedy, President & CEO of the Red Sox, talks about the team's vision for the future. He offers insights into Fenway Fest, the offseason moves, and whether the Sox will pursue an extension for Garrett Crochet. Kennedy also discusses the value of veteran leadership in the clubhouse, the balance of roles for players like Rafael Devers, and how the Red Sox are planning to incorporate more of their young farm talent into the big league fold. Plus, he touches on the evolving role of Craig Breslow within the organization. Don't miss this inside look at the Red Sox's offseason plans and what's next for the team as they aim to make a run at the top of the AL East! Tune in for all this and more as Tom Caron & Lou Merloni check in with Red Sox icons in this episode of 310 to Left! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 01:00 Alex Cora Interview 18:57 Jim Rice Interview 24:06 Sam Kennedy Interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textFounded in 1901, the AL contains teams like #Yankees and #RedSox who have an epic list in their top 5 for players hitting home runs while a member of the franchise. Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Lou Gehrig, Jimmie Foxx, Mickey Mantle, David "Big Papi' Ortiz, Jim Rice, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra are all in their teams top 5. All are HOFer.. Aaron Judge is outside the Yankee top five but he's closing fast. Then there's the #orioles. Another original #AmericanLeague team, they started as the Milwaukee Brewers for one year before moving to St. Louis and becoming the Browns. HOFers Eddie Murray, Cal Ripken Jr. and Frank Robinson are in the top 5. But Besides being mostly terrible, the Browns had few home run threats. The #bluejays and #Rays are more recent additions but only Fred McGriff is in the top five of either team and is a HOFer. Carlos Delgado rules the roost for Toronto. Edwin Encarnacion has 424 career homers not 434 #guardians #tigers #whitesox #twins #royals have familiar names in their top two but once you go deeper it gets more difficult. #athletics #angels #rangers #astros #mariners have a few HOFers on their list.Link to an article by Mark - https://almostcooperstown.substack.com/p/career-home-run-leaders-for-each-be7?r=6m2o9Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music! Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com. You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel. And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com
Sometimes when we attempt to share God’s word, we don’t think we’re being heard. But as the Parable of the Sower says, some seeds fall on stony ground and others fall on fertile soil. While it may not bring immediate results, we must diligently sow the seeds to bring more people, every day, closer to God. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com Jim Rice is the lead singer/songwriter for Brush Arbor, an award-winning Christian/Bluegrass music group. He plays several instruments including guitar, pedal steel, and harmonica. Get your copy of Barry’s book Ignite Your Life: Defeat Fear with Effortless Faith at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other online booksellers. Learn more about: - Why obedience matters when sharing the Gospel - How we can work God into any conversation - Why 80% of Americans are looking for God - When we can use humor to share God’s message - How the Holy Spirit gives us a voice Check out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration. Get resources to help ignite your faith and move everyone, every day closer to Jesus at IgniteAmerica.com — including the Ignite ePrayer app (available on the App Store and Google Play), Faith Sharing Stories, One Minute Inspirations, SeekingGod.org and more. Sign up to receive emails that will deliver practical faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration. (00:03) Sharing Faith Through Everyday Conversations(03:08) Spreading Faith Through Personal Experiences
Sometimes when we attempt to share God's word, we don't think we're being heard. But as the Parable of the Sower says, some seeds fall on stony ground and others fall on fertile soil. While it may not bring immediate results, we must diligently sow the seeds to bring more people, every day, closer to God. Host Barry Meguiar is a car guy and businessman who hosted the popular TV show, Car Crazy, on Discovery Networks for 18 years. He loves cars, but he loves Jesus even more! Learn more about Barry at IgniteAmerica.com Jim Rice is the lead singer/songwriter for Brush Arbor, an award-winning Christian/Bluegrass music group. He plays several instruments including guitar, pedal steel, and harmonica. Get your copy of Barry's book Ignite Your Life: Defeat Fear with Effortless Faith at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other online booksellers. Learn more about:Why obedience matters when sharing the GospelHow we can work God into any conversationWhy 80% of Americans are looking for GodWhen we can use humor to share God's messageHow the Holy Spirit gives us a voiceCheck out Why Share? on IgniteAmerica.com to learn why it is important for every believer to share their faith. Then visit First Steps which provides practical ways to get started in your faith-sharing journey. Sign up to receive emails that will bring you solid faith-sharing tips and powerful inspiration.
September 29, 1954 - Willie Mays makes his famous running catch off the bat of Vic Wertz in game one of the World Series. In the eighth inning with a 2-2 tie and men on 1st and 2nd, Wertz slammed a 420 foot shot to the cavernous center field of the Polo Grounds. Mays was playing shallow, since Giants pitcher Don Liddle was a groundball pitcher, and had to turn his back to the infield sprinting for the outfield wall. Mays made an over the shoulder catch and a quick turn firing the ball to the infield holding Larry Doby at 3rd base and preserving the tie. As much as has been made of the catch, Mays himself did not consider it the best defensive play he ever made.September 29, 1974 - Lou Brock steals his 118th and last base on the final day of the season setting the record for steals in a single season. Ricky Henderson would break that record in 1982 with 130 thefts.September 29, 1978 - Jim Rice doubles and singles against the Toronto Blue Jays in Fenway Park. Rice is the first American Leaguer to amass 400 total bases since Joe DiMaggio in 1937.September 29, 2004 - MLB officially announces that the Montreal Expos franchise will move to Washington, DC in 2005. Hours after this, the Expos play their final game in Montreal, a 9 - 1 loss to the Florida Marlins before a crowd of 31,395 at Olympic Stadium.September 29, 1957 Ted Williams becomes the oldest batting champ when the 39-year old finishes the season with a .388 average.
September 29, 1954 - Willie Mays makes his famous running catch off the bat of Vic Wertz in game one of the World Series. In the eighth inning with a 2-2 tie and men on 1st and 2nd, Wertz slammed a 420 foot shot to the cavernous center field of the Polo Grounds. Mays was playing shallow, since Giants pitcher Don Liddle was a groundball pitcher, and had to turn his back to the infield sprinting for the outfield wall. Mays made an over the shoulder catch and a quick turn firing the ball to the infield holding Larry Doby at 3rd base and preserving the tie. As much as has been made of the catch, Mays himself did not consider it the best defensive play he ever made.September 29, 1974 - Lou Brock steals his 118th and last base on the final day of the season setting the record for steals in a single season. Ricky Henderson would break that record in 1982 with 130 thefts.September 29, 1978 - Jim Rice doubles and singles against the Toronto Blue Jays in Fenway Park. Rice is the first American Leaguer to amass 400 total bases since Joe DiMaggio in 1937.September 29, 2004 - MLB officially announces that the Montreal Expos franchise will move to Washington, DC in 2005. Hours after this, the Expos play their final game in Montreal, a 9 - 1 loss to the Florida Marlins before a crowd of 31,395 at Olympic Stadium.September 29, 1957 Ted Williams becomes the oldest batting champ when the 39-year old finishes the season with a .388 average.
September 29, 1954 - Willie Mays makes his famous running catch off the bat of Vic Wertz in game one of the World Series. In the eighth inning with a 2-2 tie and men on 1st and 2nd, Wertz slammed a 420 foot shot to the cavernous center field of the Polo Grounds. Mays was playing shallow, since Giants pitcher Don Liddle was a groundball pitcher, and had to turn his back to the infield sprinting for the outfield wall. Mays made an over the shoulder catch and a quick turn firing the ball to the infield holding Larry Doby at 3rd base and preserving the tie. As much as has been made of the catch, Mays himself did not consider it the best defensive play he ever made.September 29, 1974 - Lou Brock steals his 118th and last base on the final day of the season setting the record for steals in a single season. Ricky Henderson would break that record in 1982 with 130 thefts.September 29, 1978 - Jim Rice doubles and singles against the Toronto Blue Jays in Fenway Park. Rice is the first American Leaguer to amass 400 total bases since Joe DiMaggio in 1937.September 29, 2004 - MLB officially announces that the Montreal Expos franchise will move to Washington, DC in 2005. Hours after this, the Expos play their final game in Montreal, a 9 - 1 loss to the Florida Marlins before a crowd of 31,395 at Olympic Stadium.September 29, 1957 Ted Williams becomes the oldest batting champ when the 39-year old finishes the season with a .388 average.
Highlights: Terry will be appearing on Thursday (Aug. 29) at the Niles McKinley Library, 6 p.m. It's free. The address is 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio. What can Chris Antonetti and the front office do, if anything, to help the Guardians win the division? Inside the numbers, which are rough; Why Terry thinks the Guardians shouldn't try José Ramírez at the leadoff spot and give Steven Kwan a different look; One small statistical reason for Guardians fans to be encouraged; Was not playing Deshaun Watson in Seattle still the right move? Terry weighs in; The biggest areas of concern for the Browns heading into the season are ....; Terry senses a "strange vibe" within the Browns; A listener idea: the two-point football field goal, and the three-point safety; A listener question about why the zone defense wasn't allowed in the old NBA: Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, about "Peace Hijackers"; Some listener emails about visiting ballparks and Jim Rice; and one on the late Willie Mays. A listener writes in to say he tracked down Terry's first book, "The Greatest Summer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reflecting on biblical theology, my recent Israel travels, and a rationale behind what defeats us. In this episode, we also remember the career of Hall of Fame slugger Jim Rice and his Red Sox and All-Star teammate Tony Armas. We take a dive into Howard Cosell, scratching only the surface of this complicated, iconic broadcasting figure. Dwayne Murphy, Randall "Tex" Cobb, the Jane Fonda Workout, and a Stroh's Beer commercial with some racial stereotypes that didn't age well also get our attention in this one.
Jim is joined by former MLB center fielder Fred Lynn to discuss his illustrious baseball career. We cover his athletic career at USC, his ridiculous 1975 rookie season with the Boston Red Sox, and what playing in the same outfield with Jim Rice and Dwight Evans was like (6:09). We also found time to discuss his former HOF teammate Carl Yastrzemski, his grand slam in the 1983 All-Star Game, and what being inducted into Cooperstown would mean to him (17:32).
For 50 years, 1939-1989, Red Sox Nation had three successive Hall Of Famers, guarding the Green Monster of Fenway out in left-field. Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski and Jim Rice. With the Splendid Splinter's story already in our collection, and Jim Rice on the horizon, this week we take a dive into the life and career, of the man New Englanders would affectionately call Yaz. The two things the Polish immigrant Yastrzemski family knows, is growing potatos and playing baseball. Under the omnipresent and watchful tutelage of his father and uncles, Yaz would rise from the farm to Cooperstown, with a dominant 23 year baseball career for the Red Sox, as one of the greatest all-around left-fielders who ever lived. #CarlYastrzemski #BostonRedSox #NotreDame #RayGarland #TedWilliams #LakeRonkonkoma #FrankNekola #TomYawkey #FenwayPark #RaleighCapitals #MinneapolisMillers #JakeRobinson #CharlieGunz #BackwardsKPod #NewEngland
For 50 years, 1939-1989, Red Sox Nation had three successive Hall Of Famers, guarding the Green Monster of Fenway out in left-field. Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski and Jim Rice. With the Splendid Splinter's story already in our collection, and Jim Rice on the horizon, this week we take a dive into the life and career, of the man New Englanders would affectionately call Yaz. The two things the Polish immigrant Yastrzemski family knows, is growing potatos and playing baseball. Under the omnipresent and watchful tutelage of his father and uncles, Yaz would rise from the farm to Cooperstown, with a dominant 23 year baseball career for the Red Sox, as one of the greatest all-around left-fielders who ever lived. #CarlYastrzemski #BostonRedSox #NotreDame #RayGarland #TedWilliams #LakeRonkonkoma #FrankNekola #TomYawkey #FenwayPark #RaleighCapitals #MinneapolisMillers #JakeRobinson #CharlieGunz #BackwardsKPod #NewEngland
Triston Casas smashed a home run off of New York Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon in Wednesday's Boston Red Sox spring training game. What does this mean for the season he'll have? You'll find out with a quick click on today's show! Gabby also discusses Greg Weissert's outing on the mound against his former team, and remembers former Red Sox outfielder Jim Rice with 14 days to go until Opening Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RobinhoodRobinhood has the only IRA that gives you a 3% boost on every dollar you contribute when you subscribe to Robinhood Gold. Now through April 30th, Robinhood is even boosting every single dollar you transfer in from other retirement accounts with a 3% match. Available to U.S. customers in good standing. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC), is a registered broker dealer. Amazon Fire TVFire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a constant supply of the latest videos from your favorite sports brands, all for free. That includes all of us at Locked On and most of the big pro leagues and college conferences as well. To Learn More, visit www.amazon.com/LockedOnFireTVPrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonmlb and use code lockedonmlb for a first deposit match up to $100!eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
1978 Game AL East Playoff Monday October 2nd, 1978 @ Fenway Park Boston, MA After 162 games played, the bitter rivals of the northeast find themselves deadlocked for the division crown, each sporting identical 99-63 records. The entire season comes down to just one game at Fenway Park, and it's gonna be a great one. It looked like it was going to be a banner year for the Red Sox, with Jim Rice playing like an MVP, Dennis Eckersley winning 20 games, and a whole host of spectacular performances. But like the previous season, the division lead began slipping away. They were up 14 games on the Yankees in mid-July, but that was cut to just 7 games by the end of August. And after a four game sweep dubbed “The Boston Massacre” in early September, the Yankees had caught the Sox. The downward spiral continued in Beantown, but a furious rally of eight straight wins to close the season has forced a playoff against the Yanks. Having been forced to use their best starters (Eckersley and Luis Tiant), manager Don Zimmer will turn to an experienced, post-season tested veteran, Mike Torrez (16 - 12 3.92 ERA 243 IP). The big righty was instrumental for New York's World Series run in 1977, but he has scuffled in the stretch run, losing 6 of his last 7 decisions. They'll need him to recapture his form if they hope to advance to the ALCS. The 1977 season was tumultuous for the New York Yankees, but it culminated in a World Series and a return of nearly everyone who contributed to that greatness. But a second go-round for this group was filled with turmoil once again, as the Yankees struggled out of the gate. This time, there was too much trouble on and off the field, and it cost Billy Martin his job. They were just 52 - 42 with Martin at the helm, but once again caught fire (47 - 20) in the second half under Bob Lemon's stewardship. Reggie Jackson, Thurman Munson, Graig Nettles were excellent once again. Goose Gossage was a new weapon out of the pen, and Catfish Hunter had a great rebound. The story of this season, however, was the ascendance of their young lefty, Ron Guidry. The fireballer ran roughshod through the entire American League (24 - 3 1.72 ERA 267 IP), putting together one of the most dominant modern pitching seasons in baseball history. He will get the ball with the season on the line, and there's no other pitcher in the league you'd rather have. Audio clips from MLB Vault on Youtube - WPIX broadcast with Frank Messer, Phil Rizzuto, and Bill White As always, shout out to Baseball Reference and SABR for statistics, box scores, background information and much, much more.
0:00-1:20 - Intro 1:20-2:43 - Bud Black's unique MLB debut 2:43-3:55 - Bud Black vs. Jim Rice 3:55-6:00 - Black remembers the 1981 Seattle Mariners 6:00-7:05 - Black on leadership and nerves 7:05-15:20 - Reviewing and projecting Black's managerial career
The Nashville Meetings are about to start and big deals might be signed. Will Shohei Ohtani find a home? Will it be long term or short term? Meanwhile several potential contenders must make the right deals to weave through a successful 2024. Plus a new edition of What If MLB? Jim Rice broke his wrist during the final week of the 1975 World Series. Had he been in the Red Sox lineup, would baseball history be different in Boston? In Cincinnati? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The Nashville Meetings are about to start and big deals might be signed. Will Shohei Ohtani find a home? Will it be long term or short term?Meanwhile several potential contenders must make the right deals to weave through a successful 2024.Plus a new edition of What If MLB?Jim Rice broke his wrist during the final week of the 1975 World Series. Had he been in the Red Sox lineup, would baseball history be different in Boston? In Cincinnati?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We discuss Stan Belinda, Marcus Siemen, Andy Van Slyke, that ass hat Jim Rice, Cutch, and a quiz for the ages.
In this episode, we dive into the world of predictive maintenance technology and its game-changing impact on transportation and logistics. Jim Rice, President of Uptake, joins us to explore how this innovative technology helps transportation companies stay ahead of vehicle failures, minimize delays, and keep both drivers and customers satisfied. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 20, 1986. Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. 66-year old Jim Rice phones his daughter to let her know that he will be traveling to California to undergo shoulder surgery the following week, but he never arrives and no one ever hears from him again. Jim's common-law wife, Astarte Davis-Rice, initially claims that he took off to Australia with another woman, but evidence soon emerges that Astarte has committed fraud to seize control of Jim's estate. Astarte eventually winds up serving prison time for these offenses, but while the authorities suspect that she killed Jim and disposed of his body, there is not enough evidence to file murder charges and no trace of him is ever found. April 7, 1984. Golden, Colorado. The body of 29-year old Mark Groezinger is found inside his parked car on Lookout Mountain and he has been shot several times with a .38-caliber weapon. Mark's wife, Judy Groezinger, comes under suspicion once investigators discover that she purchased a .38 in the days prior to the murder and stands to benefit from a substantial life insurance policy on her husband. Even though there are a number of discrepancies in Judy's story and circumstantial evidence pointing to the involvement of multiple conspirators in a murder-for-hire plot, no one is ever charged with killing Mark. On this week's episode of “The Trail Went Cold”, we explore two cold cases featured on “Unsolved Mysteries” in which a male victim was suspected of being murdered by his spouse. Additional Reading: https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Jim_Rice https://www.newspapers.com/image/271995772/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/268114772/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/895925589/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/736959308/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/738811599/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/311363305/ https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F3/43/41/552777/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/457368620/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/575843469/ https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2002-oct-05-me-woman5-story.html https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCOURTS-canb-4_06-ap-04113/pdf/USCOURTS-canb-4_06-ap-04113-0.pdf https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Mark_Groezinger https://unsolved.com/gallery/mark-groezinger/ “The Trail Went Cold” is on Patreon. Visit www.patreon.com/thetrailwentcold to become a patron and gain access to our exclusive bonus content. “The Trail Went Cold” is doing a weekly livestream show on Vokl every Thursday from 7:00-8:00 PM ET as part of their “True Crime Thursday” line-up. For more information, please visit their website. “The Trail Went Cold” is going to be appearing on podcast row at “Crimecon” at the World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida on September 22-24, 2023. To get a 10 % discount on the purchase of tickets to the event, please use our specialized promo code, “COLD23”, by visiting https://www.crimecon.com. The Trail Went Cold is produced and edited by Magill Foote. All music is composed by Vince Nitro.
July 20, 1986. Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. 66-year old Jim Rice phones his daughter to let her know that he will be traveling to California to undergo shoulder surgery the following week, but he never arrives and no one ever hears from him again. Jim's common-law wife, Astarte Davis-Rice, initially claims that he took […]
On August 15th, 1971 - Vida Blue raised his record to 22-4 as the A's beat the Yankees, 6 - 4. Blue masterfully scattered 10 hits and scored the tie breaking run on a wild pitch. He would finish the season at 24-8, with a 1.82 ERA earning him not only the American League Cy Young Award, but also the American League MVP.On August 15th, 1977 In a 2 - 1 win over Kansas City, Boston's Jim Rice hits a 3rd-inning double and became the first Boston player since Ted Williams in 1939 to hit 20 homers, 20 doubles and 10 triples in a season. Between Williams and Rice, only Charlie “King Kong” Keller in 1946, DiMaggio twice in '48 and 50, and Mickey Mantle accomplished the feat.On August 15th, 1996 Frank Thomas hits three homers for the White Sox, becoming the ChiSox career home run leader, but Boston wins 9-8. Thomas hits his first two off Tim Wakefield, giving him 214 bombs to pass Carlton Fisk who caught for both the White and Red Sox during his career. August 15th, 1916 - At Fenway Park in a battle of titans, Boston's Babe Ruth outduels Nationals' ace Walter Johnson, winning 1-0 in 13 innings. Ruth is now 3-0 in his meetings with Johnson. August 15th, 1955, Mickey Mantle homers from both sides of the plate in the same game for the second time in his career, tying the major-league mark. The Yanks beat the Orioles 12 - 6 in game two and sweep the doubleheader to move back into first. August 15th, 1962 - Pinch-hit home runs by the Mets' Choo Choo Coleman in the 6th and Jim Hickman in the 8th tie the major-league record for pinch home runs by one club in one game. The Mets still lose to the Phils, 8 - 7. Three years later to the day, Max Alvis and Leon Wagner also hit pinch hit homers for Cleveland in a 6-4 win over Minnesota.Historical Recap performed by:Robyn Newton from - Robyn SaysThis Day In Baseball is Sponsored by - www.vintagebaseballreflections.com - Join the membership today and listen to 50 years of baseball history told to you by the folks who were there! As a special offer, all our listeners can use the term - thisdayinbaseball at the membership check out.
In today's episode Jim Rice, VP of Transportation at Uptake joins us to talk about the ongoing diesel technician shortage and how new technologies, data and training are changing the way fleets are viewing and handling maintenance. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode Jim Rice, VP of Transportation at Uptake joins us to talk about the ongoing diesel technician shortage and how new technologies, data and training are changing the way fleets are viewing and handling maintenance. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This pest guest is a must-listen-to... well I guess all of them are, but this one comes from a man who has been in the industry for over 35 years! He has seen more changes in this industry due to his background being in the manufacturing side of the pesticides we use to now in the distribution side where he is today. Jim is located in Florida where he is currently working as a distributor and has a lot of knowledge of where this industry might go and what we PMPs need to be prepared for. Want to be a guest or have any questions?Website: www.dandapodcast.comEmail: dandapestpodcast@gmail.comInsta: @dandapestpodcast
Hanna Bjorg Sigurjondsottir and Jim Rice have extensive knowledge of the Child Welfare System in Iceland. In episode 17, they speak to the faults and preconceived biases that the system can impose and how detrimental it can be, especially to parents with intellectual disabilities. SHOWNOTES, RESOURCES, and Transcript available at: https://z.umn.edu/parenting-done-differently
Jakob Markstrom stole one for the Flames last night but a shootout could have ruined his and Flames fans night. On the day in 1971 The Fight of The Century and Happy Birthday to Jim Rice. Use promo code 1420BARN at BarnBurnerHockey.ca for 10% off their all natural hockey products and apparel today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 256: If you've been in the trucking industry for any length of time, you've seen a lot of change in the technology that is used to maintain and repair commercial equipment. The trucking industry is the backbone of society, and we need to leverage every tool at our disposal to keep trucks and trailers rolling and increase uptime for fleets. Uptake Fleet is a new solution to help fleet maintenance managers deal with the challenges of extending life cycles on vehicles.Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, The Heavy-Duty Parts Report may receive a small commission. Sponsors of this Episode:Want to look up parts but don't have a part number or the VIN? Download Diesel Parts for free on Desktop or on your Apple or Android device.Looking for high-quality fuel injection for heavy-duty applications? Buy now from AMBACInternational.com/AftermarketLooking for suspension, steering, and 5th wheel parts? Buy now from SAMPA.comLooking for OEM genuine parts? Buy now from AlliantPower.comSpecial Offer: AMBAC International is hiring. Apply NowBuy Parts from HDA Truck Pride: Are you looking to purchase heavy-duty parts and get your commercial vehicle repaired? Get access to one of HDA Truck Pride's 750 locations across the United States and Canada. Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com/BuyParts. Sign up for our weekly email so you never miss out on an episode: Follow the Show
100 EPISODES!! For our 100th, Tom Caron joined us for an electric interview!(9:40) TC talked with us about the Beanpot, covering the Red Sox as a lifelong New Englander, what goes on behind the scenes pregame and postgame, his view of the analytic wave in baseball, and wayyy more. He also gives us some exclusive stories about Jim Rice, Spring Training ghost players, and more. It's an awesome interview you won't want to miss! Then stick around after for a little Sox talk, including our thoughts on Justin Turner immediately taking Xander's #2. And we also have a firey debate about hair care. Thank you to all our listeners for the support, enjoy this loaded episode!
December 26th Show Notes December 26, 1919 — Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee makes a secret agreement to sell Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees for $100,000 (one-fourth cash, plus $25,000 a year at 6 percent) plus guaranteeing a $300,000 loan with Fenway Park as collateral. The transaction will be announced publicly in one week. December 26, 2005 — The Associated Press reports that baseball took a lot of shots in 2005 from politicians, commentators and players themselves as the sport struggled with steroids. MLB went from no drug policy in 2002 to anonymous testing in 2003, to counseling for positive tests in 2004, to a dozen 10-day suspensions this year. Starting next year, an initial positive test will result in a 50-game suspension, and players will be tested for amphetamines for the first time, with penalties for a second positive result. MLB took similar shots in 1973, many people don't realize this, but they were on the hot seat by the Staggers Committee that found steroid and amphetamine use in baseball was alarming in November of 1973. Bowie Kuhn was there and testified under oath along with Bud Selig. They did vow to clean up the game and congress let them off easy and never reviled the names of the players, unlike 2003. Tom House would later tell folks that 6 of 8 players were using steroids and his famous line was we never felt we lost, we were out-milligrammed. Born: December 26, 1954 in Mobile, AL. Defying critics who said he was too small and would never hit enough to stay in the big leagues, Ozzie Smith soared through the infield with his acrobatic moves, redefining the role of shortstop. He won 13 consecutive Gold Gloves and set a major league record for assists by a shortstop. Dealt to the St. Louis Cardinals early in his career, Smith became one of the most popular players in franchise history. A switch-hitter, Ozzie blasted one of his few home runs from the left side of the plate to win the 1985 National League pennant. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2002, his first year of eligibility. Died: December 26, 2013 in Baltimore, MD An eight-time Gold Glove Award winner, Paul Blair was the best defensive center fielder in the American League in the late 1960s and early 1970s. With uncanny instincts and great speed, Blair positioned himself perfectly, often gliding into shallow center to snare would-be singles. He had several great moments in the postseason, including a game-winning homer in Game 3 of the 1966 World Series, and a leaping catch the next day to prevent a home run. In 1970, Blair was hit in the cheek, under his left eye, by a fastball from Ken Tatum of the Angels. It shattered about four different bones in his face and he underwent surgery. He missed 21 games but rebounded to play another 10 seasons. Contrary to some who say he was never quite the same hitter, Blair claimed he was unaffected by the incident. He never saw Tatum's pitch, so, Blair said “I was never haunted by images of the ball hitting me.” On January 20, 1977, Blair was traded to the New York Yankees. On June 18 of that year in a nationally televised game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, he was involved—though not directly—in one of the most bizarre scenes in baseball history. Yankee manager Billy Martin took right fielder Reggie Jackson out of the game and replaced him with Blair after Jackson had misplayed Jim Rice's fly ball for a double. As the cameras watched, Jackson and Martin nearly came to blows. After winning World Series titles with the Yankees in 1977 and 1978, Blair was released early in the 1979 season. He earned four World Series rings, two with the Orioles and two with the Yankees. December 26, 1947 – Future Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk is born in Bellows Falls, Vermont. A unanimous Rookie of the Year selection in 1972, when he would win his only gold glove, the studious Carlton Fisk was at times the best catcher in the American League during the 1970s and 1980s. He hit one of the most dramatic home runs in postseason history, winning Game 6 of the 1975 World Series for the Red Sox. Fisk was one of the most interesting characters of his era. He marched to the beat of his own drum. While with the Red Sox, he earned a reputation as a tough competitor and clubhouse lawyer. In both Boston and Chicago, he clashed with his GM and owners, and he was involved in the collusion case against baseball in the late 1980s. In that case, free agents like Fisk and Kirk Gibson charged that owners had conspired to limit free-agent movement. The players won in a slam dunk and Fisk emerged even more bitter and suspicious. As a player, Fisk walked like an 85-year-old man, even when he was in his twenties. He was very concerned with his appearance, and he took as much time as any batter in preparing to hit. He once walked so slow to the mound to talk to his pitcher, that Rangers' manager Bobby Valentine wondered if he was "paid by the hour." Fisk considered himself a protector of the game's honor. On numerous occasions, he challenged teammates for failing to play the game properly or (worst of all) failing to hustle. In a celebrated incident, he nearly came to blows with the entire New York team after he admonished Yankee rookie Deion Sanders for failing to run out a routine grounder. Shocked by the confrontation, Sanders later apologized for his actions. At the end of his career, Fisk had proved most of his critics and skeptics wrong, playing more games than any other catcher in baseball history, despite injuries (many of them before the age of 30), having to fight for playing time, and a tall frame that took abuse. Over 24 seasons, his back and knees held up well and he caught his last game at the age of 45. He was the Nolan Ryan of the catching profession. With the White Sox, he set single-season and career records for homers by a catcher, as well as games caught in a career. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2000.
More than 150 sea lions have been found sick or dead along Oregon's coast due to a bacterial outbreak of Leptospirosis this summer. The disease is spread through the mammals' urine and can be spread to other species such as dogs. Jim Rice is the stranding program manager for Oregon State University's Marine Mammal Institute. He joins us to share what the outbreak has looked like so far and how it compares to previous years.
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