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Josh Weaver, curator for the Tampa Baseball MuseumJoe Maddon book signing event at museum - https://bit.ly/4iUXeYKThe New Trop or George Steinbrenner FieldRays rent to Yankees = medium level player for the YanksLicking the railings at Steinbrenner Field The CritchfieldsSteinbrenner Field feels like Spring Training New players have a familiar feel from their minor league experience – Carson Williams & Chandler SimpsonMagnum strong start with hit power – similarities to Cody BellingerNestor Cortes & the attack of the Yankees Torpedo Bats. Is Nestor pitching hurtWhere did the Torpedo Bats come from – equipment equivalent of PEDs?MLB changes on bases impact historical records - Rickey HendersonA win should be a team stat, not a pitcher statFWAR & BWAR Kiermaier defensive impact on the game raises him above his at plate performanceEovaldi recent 9 innining shutoutDrew Rasmussen has a similar story to Eovaldi as a player who came back after multiple surgeriesAtlanta Braves rough start to the seasonRonald Acuña Jr. & Ozzie Albies contract extensions2025 White Sox surprise leading the way in Central Rafael Devers expeiencing difficulty as Red Sox DHSeveral recent team extensions in MLB – Garret Crochet with Red SoxD-backs with Corbin Burnes decisionWhy haven't the Blue Jays signed Vladimer Guerrero JrJays spent $11 billion for NHL coverage in CanadaJust because the Rays extend a player it does not insure that they will keep them foreverErik Neander, Tampa Bay Rays GM, impact on the teams and initial unpopular decision to trade away Evan LongoriaWhat if . . . Kiermaier a coach for centerfielders and Evan Longoria as bench managerRay's games are more of an event in the new stadium – something watching baseball in an open air stadium at night September night. Cool Breeze watching baseball. No open air, no issuesTampa Bay Devil Rays & Rays 5 Managers display at the Tampa Baseball MuseumLarry Rothschild, Hal McRae, Lou Piniella, Joe Maddon & Kevin CashRothschild first manager of the Rays, played forTigers in '81 to '82, 2 World Series as a pitching coachHal McRae took over the Rays after the firing of Rothschild McRae as a player is in the Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame. Lou Piniella basically throws a grenade into the field & began building a new structure for the RaysJoe Maddon comes in and makes a difference to the RaysRothschild & Maddon believe that Piniella should be installed in HOFKevin Cash and Joe Maddon - multiple Manager of the Year awardsIdeal HOF induction would include Tino Francona & Kevin Cash togetherJoe Maddon & Rick Vaughn book signing event at the Tampa Baseball Museum tickets at https://bit.ly/4iUXeYKDurham Bulls win with Chandler Simpson hitting a triple and stealing a baseGet ready to support MiLB Minor League BaseballSpecial Thanks to Josh Weaver, Curator of the Tampa Baseball Museum for sharing stories on the Tampa Bay Rays Managers exhibit and the special event with World Series winning manager Joe Maddon at the museum on April 21st.Just a reminder, if you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find Baseball Biz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot comSpecial Thanks to XTaKe-R-U-X for the music Rocking Forward,
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In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we're talking to Dan Kiermaier (BS turf management and science '12), head groundskeeper for the Chicago Cubs. Dan is living out his dream career — one that would make his 10-year-old self extremely proud. Every day, he uses his Purdue degree in turf management and science to maintain the safety, playability and historic atmosphere of one of sport's most iconic venues — Wrigley Field. In this episode, you will: Learn about Dan's journey within Purdue's College of Agriculture to becoming a head groundskeeper in Major League Baseball. Hear about his experience at the 2016 World Series where the Cubs took the Commissioner's Trophy home to Chicago after a 108-year drought. Get to know how baseball is all in the family for the Kiermaiers, including his brother, former LA Dodgers outfielder and 2024 World Series winner Kevin Kiermaier, who Dan hosted at Wrigley Field for the first time in 2022. Go behind the scenes of preparing this legendary field after weather delays and for big events outside of baseball, such as the National Hockey League Winter Classic, Big Ten football games and concerts. Experience Dan's typical Cubs home game day and discover what turf management and science looks like at the second oldest MLB ballpark in the country. Find out how his team balances player safety and innovation on the field of the “Friendly Confines” while maintaining the historic charm and ivy — which has a surprising link to Purdue, by the way! For all sports enthusiasts, baseball fans, Chicagoans, loyal Cubs supporters and more — this is a can't-miss episode with a Boilermaker who takes us behind the scenes of what it's like to live out his dream.
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Justin and Patrick are back with the FINAL episode of the offseason before Spring Training opens for the Toronto Blue Jays on Feb. 13.The guys discuss highlights from Max Scherzer's first media session as a Blue Jay, Kevin Kiermaier's role in the organization, missing out on Pete Alonso, and roster battles to watch throughout camp.
Pitcher and Catcher ReportHAIL TO THE CHIEFMark's bad date, No Uber, Grand Funk Railroad, Little Eva, Friends sacrificed an evening with Grand Funk Regrets for making the wrong decision and it's impact on otherVoices skewed – what about Jim Acosta Getting the Truth out v Corporate scripted & misleadedGroundNews points out the biasGaggle of OligarchsNew Administration providing free reign for corporationsAI genie out of the bottlePeople who are as nice as gold individually – as a group not so niceStepping back from the groupHiring a bad employee, sometimes you have to cut them loose when their having a bad impact on peopleBad choices in the cabinet Extricating ourselves from bad decisionsGod save us all if we don't speak upWork to be done, Healthcare and homelessness in United StatesDiscussions on helping others, Healing needs to beginMike Trout example with the Angels Free Trade Agreements Trade barriers have been systematically brought down by generation and generation.Learn the Lessons of historyMonopolistic systems that have gone belly upAccess to libraries, shutting out books, what is being deleted off the recordsHold on to your print booksStand up and Step upFind some compassion, find some heart, find some joyBaseball shift to Spring TrainingWhere will Pete Alonso goAlex Bregman a 6 or 7 year deal? – Another Carlos CorreaAging 2nd baseman Jose Altuve – move to outfield? Bregman replace Alex Bohm with the Phillies – Dombrowski makes late movesMax Schwerzer – now a Blue Jay - 6 Man Rotation avoid injuries and health issuesScherzer expectations - 4.5 ERA and 150 plus inningsKevin Kiermaier – will the Tampa Bay Rays ever retire his numberKiermaier's confidence & commitment as an outfielder to be the bestKK's stretch of dominance as a defensive centerfielder was longer than Andruw JonesThe joy of grandparentsCaribbean League – Mexico is leading – Japan is currently last – are A Players playingJapan teams have very strict regimen on when they play through the yearScience Fiction baseball – AI and AnalyticsRobotic Arms, Neuralink chips to better see the ball, new bat and ball enhancementsNew world baseball could bring moving fences to the Orioles Camden YardsMLB should rule that these intelligent fields could perform “Waves” and flipExpansion teams should have adaptabitlity so that their field can automatically adapt to each visiting teams fieldCyborg baseball – playing and cheating at 150 years of ageTim Anderson with Ron Washington and the AngelsFinding Joy Spring Training what will be the mood in the midst of world eventsWhy did NFL remove “End Racism” from the end zones?Joy of a young Mat going to see the Montreal Expos on Opening Day tradition.Living & Protecting all Free SpeechBooing AFTER the US Anthem in Canada at an NHL gameCanadians do not want to become part of a new countryStrength of both countries working together and being separateTV packages Follow Mat on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/matgermain.bsky.socialYou can find Mark on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward
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Guest: Former Blue Jays CF Kevin Kiermaier This week, Kevin Kiermaier gives his final interview as a player, and he has come to Deep Left Field to give it to us! Kiermaier, who is about to retire, talks about going out on top – winning the World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers – and finishing his career the way he started it, as a late-inning defensive replacement. He also reflects on his year and a half with the Blue Jays, what this season was like as the Jays sold off at the trade deadline, and how the Dodgers do things differently (and better) than they're done in Toronto.
Milton debris and cleanup in Tampa Bay continues#RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays offering support to local communityAvoid burning debrisWhat happens to the TB Rays without a roof Rays not moving to the big O in Montreal – potential for MLB expansion teamCanadian Baseball History – Montreal Expos most HOF'ers per seasonEvan Longoria & Kevin Kiermaier franchise playersEffective Defense players are not being weighed enough for HOF'ersAutomated Check Swing Challenge begins in Arizona Fall LeagueNeed a new rul - "No Balks", we need to increase the trickery from the mound, give the pitcher a gift after shortening distance between the basesEx-Rays in the Weorld Series from the Dodgers include Brent Honeywell, Tyler Glasnow, Kevin Kiermaier, Anthony Banda, Amed RosarioBrett Phillips signs a minor league contract with the Yankees as a pitcherBrent Honeywell, Kevin Kiermaier & Anthony Banda were picked up by the Dodgers after many had given up on himWill Kiermaier pick up a World Series ring after several years in the gameBlue Eyes, A Kevin Kiermaier baseball movie? Who would you pick to play KK, Jake Gyllenhaal?Yankees, Nestor Cortes would trade his arm for a year for a World Series ringWhich ex-Rays would receive a ring if the Dodgers win World Series, Tyler Glasnow, Anthony Banda, Ryan Yarbrough, Brent Honeywell, JP Feyereisen, Kevin Kiermaier, Amed RosarioWho receives a World Series rings with the winning teamChris watching the Mets & Dodgers – are you Mets fansWorld Series tickets for Game 3 ranging from $1,320 to $5093 on TicketmasterHow much have Dodgers spent from 2021 – 2024 to get back to the World SeriesJuan Soto will be a free agent next season, Cortes will be free agent in 2025What changes will Yankees make for 2025 season, Anthony Rizzo will probably not be back, Cortes likely to return, Trent Grisham, Lou Trevino, Clark Schmidt & othersWho is hungriest to have Juan Soto on their teamAll Rise, Here comes the Judge. Soto can never supplant Aaron Judge as the lead for the YankeesWhat will Giants, Angels & others be doing to pull Juan Soto to their team.If Mets surrender Alonso would they use that money to pick up Yankees' Juan SotoHow would Yankees fans respond if Soto does not sign with themOhtani v Judge in postseason statsThe Athletic writers seem split on World Series pick – coin tossBig Dollars built unique powerful large markets like LA & NY that overrides smaller marketsShania Twain – You don't impress me much Smaller markets like Milwaukee & Tampa need a chance to compete in MLBNo Cinderella was invited to the MLB World Series, Large markets & Large money reignWomen in Baseball - Jean Fruth documentary See Her, Be Her, #SeeHerBeHer on MLB network between Games 2 & 3 of World Series#RaysUp what's up with the Trop where will the team play home games in 2025Montreal Expos trip to Puerto Rico – would Rays consider playing games at Hiram Bithorn Stadium during rainy season, seats 18,000Omaha – Charles Schwab field, 24,000 capacityOrlando, Charlotte, Al Lang – closer to home optionsBenefits & exposure to new fans if Rays play home games at other sitesWill the City of St. Pete provide funding to replace the roof for the Rays?Giant Sun Umbrella for the TropArizona Fall League, Xavier Isaac playing outfield & Tre Morgan both performing well2 weeks away from player transition bonanzaAustralian League to start up in a few weeks, Perth Heat You can find Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_ Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"
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Are the Rays like Deadpool & Wolverine – getting torn up and then regeneratingRyan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman hang outRays swinging from the Tropicana rafters like SpidermanJuly 30th - Mat's birthday – he's 12 again Trade deadlines & Piniellas county vote on Rays' St. Pete stadiumDraft pick trading could make trading more interestingWill there be a massive explosion of trades – Toronto Blue Jays – Chris Bassitt & Kevin GausmanWill the Blue Jays find themselves in the same boat as the Chicago White SoxOl' Blue Eyes, Kevin Kiermaier retires from TorontoWill the Rays bring back Kiermaier & Longo for a tribute Mat sets the guidelines for Kiemaier & Longo to have statues of them at the new stadium. Decade of playing at an elite level for the RaysOne Day return players going home like Roy HolladayStandings Watching – AL East – will Rays be sellers or buyers Rays are 4 games back as a Wild Card contendersMark believes that Rays will make Wild Card & expects trades with Eflin & ArozarenaRays record since 12th of June Rays have .595 winning percentage as they continue to win seriesHow will the Rays make room for more power of the plateCan Brandon Lowe stay healthy and how will Josh hold up with hip issuesYandy Diaz is still on the Restricted ListPepiot with infected kneeRays v Jays 13 – 0 score – Taj Bradley v Chris Bassitt. Taj ascends & Bassitt fadesStarting pitchers who become strong relief pitchersImagine a path to the playoffs with pitching Springs, Baz, Pepiot & BradleyWhat will Erik Neander do with this – will he trade parts or buy another batBrent Rooker would get a great addition to the RaysCan the Rays make a difference to the season with some active trading or buysMany teams looking for a light at the end of the tunnel for 2024 seasonReflecting on those who will not have any chance of a post-seasonSerious White Sox front office lack of commitmentIf Rays get the stadium fans need to fill the stadiumMat departs for Deadpool & Wolverine – to be continued
MLB Network host and Guardians analyst Jensen Lewis (1:13) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share his thoughts on the Red Sox extending manager Alex Cora, the Jays' disappointing season, how aggressive the Orioles get at the deadline and AL teams that could make a splash on July 30. Later, Rays reporter Marc Topkin (27:43) reflects on Kevin Kiermaier's career as he reports the veteran outfielder will retire at the end of this season. Finally, he looks ahead to the rest of the Rays series against the Blue Jays and whether Yandy Díaz's status impacts where they go at the deadline.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Justin Cuthbert and Donnovan Bennett from Arizona with the Jays and he outlines the injury to Bo, the team's decision to place Kiermaier on waivers and what's ahead for them during All-Star week (2:30). Later, Iain Hume (24:46), former member of Canada Men's National Soccer team, tees up the team's third-place game at Copa América on Saturday and discusses the growth of the program. Finally, Andi Petrillo (41:39) on the contrast between Euro and Copa, what Canadian soccer needs and a quick preview of Paris 2024.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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Guests: Blue Jays centrefielder Kevin Kiermaier, Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash, Jays fan Liz McGuire This week in “Deep Left Field,” we hear from Kevin Kiermaier on the Blue Jays' rough first couple months of the season, including the virus that tore through the clubhouse and what he believes we'll be seeing from here on out. We also catch up with former Blue Jay Kevin Cash, now the most-winning manager in Tampa Bay Rays' history, and we check in on Liz McGuire, who garnered international attention after being hit in the forehead by a 110-m.p.h. foul ball off the bat of Bo Bichette. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.
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Sho Alli and Daniele Franceschi break down the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Nationals in DC! They take your calls and texts, and get right to Kevin Gausman throwing 5.1 IP while allowing zero runs - is the ace officially back? They get into Kevin Kiermaier hitting his first bomb of the season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s up-and-down year, Bo Bichette getting ejected, and Daulton Varsho looking good in the two-spot. Afterwards, they get to Alek Manoah and expectations for what looks like his first start of the season in Sunday's rubber match. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Blake Murphy speaks with Ben Clemens of FanGraphs about Kevin Kiermaier and the league-wide decrease in stolen bases. Afterwards, Dan Shulman joins the show to recap the loss to the Yankees, what's behind Daulton Varsho's hot start and more (23:16).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Guests: Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., centre fielder Kevin Kiermaier, right fielder George Springer, reliever Tim Mayza, starter Bowden Francis, associate manager DeMarlo Hale It's the Opening Day Extravaganza and we've got half a dozen Blue Jays checking in with their thoughts about the year to come! We check in with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer on how they plan to rebound from their worst offensive seasons, talk to Kevin Kiermaier about how good he thinks the Jays can be in 2024, chat with the longest-serving member of the team, Tim Mayza, and the newest member of the starting rotation, Bowden Francis. We also catch up with an old friend – DeMarlo Hale has been gone for five years, but he's back to help return the Jays to the glory days of his first time around these parts.
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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss John Schneider's recent comments about the Blue Jays' naysayers heading into 2024 and Kevin Kiermaier's omission that he dealt with persistent foot issues last season. Then, the guys head to the Back Leg Line to field questions from the B&B audience! Later, ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan drops by (31:12) to chat about the genesis of MLB's new Spring Breakout series, the potential fallout from this year's slow-moving free agent market, the Blue Jays' playoff chances in 2024, and his latest piece on Chris Sale's quest for redemption with the Atlanta Braves.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
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Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. Timestamps: 00:00 INTRO 04:24 Chris Sale traded to the Braves 19:20 Red Sox sign Lucas Giolito 31:57 Mariners sign Mitch Garver 40:45 Blue Jays bring back Kiermaier + sign IKF 52:41 Reds sign Frankie Montas 53:14 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier joined OverDrive to discuss his decision to re-sign with the Blue Jays, his thrill to compete in Toronto, the whirlwind ending to the 2023 season, turning the page into the next season, the high expectations of the current lineup, the motivation from his free agency process and more.
On hour 3 of the Big Show, Patrick and Peter are joined Derek Wills! Derek gives his thoughts on roughly the first half of the Flames season. Derek gives his thoughts on Blake Coleman's incredible year as he is putting up career numbers, if the Flames should continue to pursue a playoff spot, what they should do with their UFA's and more with the play by play voice of the Flames.(23:41) To wrap the hour, Patrick and Pete react to some Blue Jay signings as they bring back Kiermaier and sign Kinaer-Falefa to a 2 year deal. Blue jays are still reeling from missing out on Shohei and look to make a contender while going in a different direction. The guys also react to some NFL news from the weekend, Tommy Devito gets put on the bench again, Washington makes a QB change, where will Belichick pop up next season and more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
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The grading series continues with Justin and Patrick looking back at the 2023 Blue Jays outfield. The guys discuss whether or not George Springer can rebound from a down year, and what to expect from Daulton Varsho going forward. Should the Jays re-sign Kiermaier?
In this episode, we talk Soto, Yamamoto, Kiermaier, Bellinger + take voicemails.
Los Yankees de Nueva York y los contratos que podrían ofrecer a agentes libres como Cody Bellinger, Kevin Kiermaier, Frankie Montas, Wandy Peralta y Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
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Thursday, Sports Info Solutions announced the winners of The 2023 Fielding Bible Awards. Each year since 2006 our voters have picked the best defensive player at each position. This year, we've added a Defensive Player of the Year award to the mix. Podcast host Mark Simon and SIS VP of Baseball, Bobby Scales run through the winners and discuss what makes them great. We are joined by Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes and Blue Jays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier to talk to them about their seasons. Thanks as always for listening. Please check out the new-and-improved FieldingBible.com website, follow us on Twitter at @sis_baseball, and read our work at SportsInfoSolutions.com. You can e-mail us at Mark@sportsinfosolutions.com.
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Roller Coaster Road of a ride for the Blue Jays this seasonWild Card in reachToronto took 2 of 3 against Tampa Bay Rays in St. PeteAlek Manoah – what gives – shut down for the year with arm injuryManoah and minor-league drama – arrogance & confidenceRays & Jays 3 game review – tied with 5 wins each for the seasonNew Format – Divisional Rivals face one another only 13 games a yearEnjoy facing all 29 other teams each yearRed Sox & Yankees rivalry – sitting at positions 4 & 5 in the AL EastGeorge Springer – in-park home run with 2 men on baseSpringer's defense in Right Field has been effective and defeats ageism naysayersHow do Blue Jay fans like Kevin Kiermaier & his card “theft” with Alejandro KirkBrett bought into Kiermaier early when he saw him jump about 8 feet up by the outfield wall to catch an outBlue Haired Old Ladies & their Kiermaier fantasyBo Bichette & Vladimer Guerrero JuniorBrandon BeltYankees will have to eat some Cash(man) until they can release some of the older players with large contractsWhat will 2024 look like for the YanksBaltimore is not going away – can't wait for Jackson Holliday to come upAaron Boone Ejection – is this his last seasonOrioles future is brightBrett Gard on The Cardy Show talks baseball & hockey Special Thanks to Brett Gard on the Cardy Show You can listen to Brent at https://thecardyshow.buzzsprout.com/1992683BaseballBiz can be found at www.baseballbizondeck.com or on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify podcastsMark can be reached by DM on Twitter @TheBaseballBizFor information on the Tampa Baseball museum visit https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/For more information on Mental Health you may reach out to the National Alliance of Mental
Rich Griffin of GriffsThePitch.com and Exit Philosophy joined OverDrive earlier today following the Jays sweep of the Royals. He touched on that, Kevin Kiermaier's post-game "guarantee", how much the Jays use Bo Bichette coming back from injury & the future of Alek Manoah.
Sho Alli breaks down the Blue Jays' 10-3 win over the Reds that earns them a series victory in Cincinnati! He takes your calls and texts, and gets right to the five innings of two-run (neither earned) ball from Hyun-jin Ryu. What does the future hold for the crafty lefty? Should he be re-signed to a short-term deal by the Jays even if the 2024 rotation is in theory already set? Plus, the offence showed up today! They got five home runs (Bichette, Springer, Kiermaier, Belt x 2) to make it a laugher - was this the optimal batting order? Plus, Sho gets to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being removed with finger discomfort and Matt Chapman continuing to struggle at the plate. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
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We are excited to kick off our summer series, in partnership with The Toro Company, The Toro Grounds Leadership Podcast Tour, following my road trip to the Inagural Toro Grounds Leadership Academy at the Worldwide Headquarters of Toro. Our first stop is at Wrigley Field, Home of the Chicago Cubs. We got to sit down with Head Groundskeeper Dan Kiermaier and discuss his work at one of the most historic ballparks in America. Be sure to listen to his incredible insight into his leadership and work. Be sure to follow along the road and go to check out the latest and greatest Toro equipment at https://www.toro.com/en/
On this episode of the SIS Baseball Podcast, Mark Simon is joined by Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien and Astros center fielder Jake Meyers for a pair of conversations about defensive excellence. Marcus talks about a couple of memorable plays from the season, the hardest things about playing second base, the level of peak focus a hitter and fielder can have, and how eliminating the shift helped the Rangers right-side defense (0:32). Jake Meyers walks us through 3 great catches he's made this season, explaining what went into making each play. He explains the practical value of his pre-game prep and why batting practice is such an important time for him to work on his defense. And he talks about the defensive lessons he learned from his father and from Nebraska baseball coach Darin Erstad (11:13).SIS VP of Baseball Bobby Scales also joins us for his usual segment, where he reacts to some of the things Jake said in his interview and gives his thoughts on some of the early Defensive Runs Saved leaders (21:35). Thanks as always for listening. Please follow us on Twitter at @sis_baseball and read our work at SportsInfoSolutions.com. You can e-mail us at Mark@sportsinfosolutions.com. Links- Marcus Semien throw-out at home- Marcus Semien jump throw- Marcus Semien DP turn- Jake Meyers catch vs Owen Miller- Jake Meyers catch vs Brandon Drury- Jake Meyers catch vs Shohei Ohtani