Podcast appearances and mentions of Lou Schiff

Author & Judge Lou Schiff joins Mat & Mark 28 years on the benchMitchell Hamline School of LawUpcoming book: Attorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame Plans for Marlins games in LA and MilwaukeeVisits to Japan and LAWorld Baseball ClassicCaribbean baseball fans & attendance comparison with the MarlinsPast Marlins stars (Yelich, Ozuna, Stanton, Realmuto) & team-building challengesOwnership lack of long-term commitment affecting fan engagementThe importance of consistency in building a franchisePitching depth concerns f(Yuri Pérez's return, Sandy Alcantara's status)Junior Caminero's dramatic home run Building a Competitive Team – The importance of a strong general manager and financial strategy. Discussion on past Marlins trades and franchise decisions.Reflections on Derek Jeter, Kim Ng, and Don Mattingly's tenure. Why Kim Ng was the best thing to happen to the Marlins and the controversy surrounding her departure.MLB's Financial Landscape – impact of ownership decisions on team success, the need for a salary floor, and the debate over trade equity.Should MLB Penalize Team Owners when their teams lose?Ownership Models in Baseball – Comparing private vs. public ownership, with examples like the Atlanta Braves and the Green Bay PackersDodgers, Contracts, and MLB's Future – Examining deferred contracts like Shohei Ohtani's and how they might push MLB toward a salary cap & floor.Rule Changes Under Rob Manfred – The pros and cons of pitch clocks, bigger bases, and the controversial "Manfred Man" in extra innings.The Fan Experience in Japan vs. the U.S. – World Series Predictions & HopesMat Germain predicts the Red Sox could be the next World Series winner.Hopes for early elimination of the DodgerWould love to see the Pirates or Brewers in the World Series.Proposed Rule Changes in BaseballLou Schiff wants to eliminate the (DH) and bring back pitcher batting, bunting, and small ball.Modern baseball has too many strikeouts and misses the era of stolen bases and more strategic play.Mat Germain argues keeping the DH is an equalizer for small-market teams, allowing them to bring in veteran hitters like Nelson Cruz to compete with wealthier teams.Automated Umpiring & Replay System ChangesAutomated strike zones are gaining traction, with MLB experimenting by measuring players' strike zones individuallyBelieves bias could affect decisions, even unintentionally, due to relationships or experience levels.Suggests an approach, where calls are reviewed without prior knowledge of the on-field ruling.How does bias influences umpiring decisionsAttorneys in the Baseball Hall of Fame" is Co-authored by Lou Schiff & 10 other contributors, covering 11 Hall of Fame members who were also lawyers.The book Includes players, owners, commissioners, & managers with legal backgrounds.Lou wrote the chapter on Tony La Russa, the only living attorney in the Baseball Hall of Fame.La Russa's signed as a "bonus baby" with Kansas City but later pursued law laterAttended law school and passed the bar exam but never actively practiced law.Lou interviewed several people connected to La Russa, including:Prof. Charles Earhart (his law professor), Scott Ian (law school friend), Judge Robin Fuson (former player under La Russa), Mike Veeck (his first managerial job connection), Bill Dooley (his former boss)Appendix includes statistics on Hall of Fame lawyers: Net worth, marriages, law schools, and moreFollow 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.social

The Scott Boras Effect & Player DisadvantagesJuan Soto's Big Contract and the Gambling Industry Influence on SalariesWhy Soto Chose the MetsSteve Cohen's Impact on the Mets and MLBMark shares a conversation with Lou Schiff about Steve Cohen's ownership, with Lou wishing Cohen owned every MLB team for his commitment to winning and willingness to spend money.Mat reflects on how Cohen's approach contrasts with other owners, driving the Mets to become true championship contenders.The Blue Jays and Their MisstepsBlue Jays for focusing on signing Juan Soto instead of solidifying their system by locking down Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and building a competitive roster.Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s potential departure, especially if the Jays don't show more commitment to winning.Will White Sox be sold to a Montreal-based ownership groupVladdy Guerrero Jr. could find a home with the AngelsMLB Spring Training and player signingsThe influence of gambling on MLB contractsThe rivalry between the Mets and YankeesSteve Cohen's impact on the Mets' financial commitmentThe Blue Jays' struggles to build a competitive teamPotential future for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Blue Jays never have exceeded the luxury taxShould have forgottend Soto and signed Max Fried & Willy AdamesWill Bo Bichette & Vlad Jr stick aroundBlue Jays pitchers are aging$23 million a yearShould have considered Ketel Martinez and saved 7 million more to 2nd baseman Andrés GiménezWill Vladdy Jr continue to stay with the Blue JaysMontreal baseball expanded franchise – could that be a future home for VladdyRed Sox & No Soto – decisions to be made – Rafael DeversThe Rangers have a deep roster including Nate EovaldiPeek over the fence with Rule 5Orioles brought in Gary Sanchez & Tyler O'NeillWill Orioles bring back Teoscar Hernandez to their young teamTrevor Rogers the best LHP for the Blue JaysAL East – what it will look like in 2025Shane McClanahan will be returning to the Tampa Bay RaysHow Rule 5 gives a lot of players into the show who otherwise may not rise up on their current teamAnthony Santander was lifted up years ago on Rule 5If you return a player you took from Rule 5 then original team must pay you 50K to get them backRays in Rule 5Bring in the Hammer – Dan Hammer from the Orioles & Jake BrentzRays are committed to keeping open spaces for the guys that they may bring back up including Carson Williams, Chandle Simpson, Ahmed RosarioSeiya Suzuki could anchor the Rays outfield - $19 million a yearThe Return of Tony Francona – now with the Cincinnati Reds 46: - Caitlin Clark – WNBA – Basketball Card – more than annual salaryDr. Leslie Heaphy, IWBC, on the Cooperstown, Hall of Fame Eras committeeExpansion teams by 2030?  Montreal already vetted by MLB – Would Stephen Bronfman show same commitment as a Steve CohenMontreal government is spending $870 million on a new roof for their stadium – should they buy an existing franchise or be part of the expansion – maybe White Sox or A'sMontreal, Salt Lake City, NashvilleThe Angels – Ron Washington – supports and builds his players and holds them accountableRon wants hungry players that are teachableBring us a healthy season for Mike TroutJust a reminder you can find Mat at  M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. That's @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thank s to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward

Lou Schiff from Baseball and The Law joins me to discuss :Ohtani gateThe #MarlinsSome baseball historyAnd so much more@BaseballandLaw on Twitter and BlueskySupport the showYou can follow The Cardy Show on Linked in . Twitter @CardyBrent or Instagram @TheCardyShowPodcast

If the season ended today . . . and it didFan Exhaustion Marlins did not return to NY Gabe Kaplan – too rough for San Francisco Giants  - perfect fit for the AngelsSteve Cohen, Mets, says goodbye to Buck ShowalterDusty Baker was able to meld a fractured Astros teamTony Francona strength - listens & cares for his playersBig Papi meets Tony FranconaMiguel Cabrera retirement – would Miggy have continued his career in Miami sans LoriaJoey Votto ejection statementWorld Series walk begins with Wild Card best 2 out of 33 game competition gives a better sense of a teams' measureMat would like a postseason without byes for any teams Tampa Bay Rays, Never know what you are going to have at the end of the seriesRays will face weaker pitching with Rangers & OriolesYandy Diaz wins batting average titleNo local Bally Sports in postseasonDifficulty with national broadcasters doing such a poor job on the Rays – John SmoltzMLB beats their chest on increased viewership, however continue blackoutsMLB building revenue base through Repetition, Frequency, GamblingEntertainment shows for Baseball in 7th inning stretch?Tyler Glasnow & Taylor Swift arm in arm promo for the Rays?Cardinals, Adam Wainwright concertsSaint of Second Chances – Mike Veeck – Disco Demo in Chicago & fireworks in the TropPostSeason Rays, Tapia, Aranda, Basabe & Junior CamineroRays Roster Luke Raley & Jose Siri may return.  Who will leaveJunior Caminero AA rookie with veteran performance Basabe will probably not make it to postseasonMat measures the impact of not facing Blue Jays, righties Kevin Gausman, Jose Berrios & Chris Bassitt Junior Caminero will bring a lot to the plate facing Rangers leftiesKevin Cash & Wild Card rosterMarlins – how will they fare against the PhilliesLou Schiff's @BaseballandLaw, Marlins team is building a lot of experienceKudos to Kim Ng for her constructive calls for the MarlinsMat & Mark face off on National League champion choices Atlanta Braves or Milwaukee Brewers3 PM First Pitch starts to Wild Card games MLB should consider NFL model of broadcasting most games simultaneously? How many viewers does MLB lose while fans are at work during broadcast?Mark reminiscences about days of old with newspaper box scores & radio as the only source to track the gameMat likes Balanced schedule but needs consideration of extending playoffs & possibly cutting regular season by 3 games. Also scheduling should consider varying local weather impact throughout the season.Mat's proposed New MLB format would include:MLB with 32 teams & 5 game playoff & cut regular season to 159 teamsWhat does a 32-team format look likeCreate 4 regional divisions to 8 teams per regionSet number of teams to 2 top per region that enter into the playoffsJunior Caminero from AA skips AAA leaps to Major League Tampa Bay RaysCaminero is mature & methodical with a veteran attitudeRays Bullpen pitching plan, Taj Bradley – a strategy reflects Dodger method with Julio UriasTaj is a cool & fierce competitor  Thanks to Mat Germain. Mat can be found on Twitter @Mat_Germain_   Mark can be found on Twitter @TheBaseballBiz  BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, 

The Honourable Lou Schiff shares his wit and wisdom on the Marlins 2023 rise in the National League. Lou and Mark take a look at Luis Arraez, Bryan De La Cruz, Jorge Soler and more Marlins learning how to win this yearMarlins new manager, Skip Schumaker is making a differenceCy Sandy or Sigh Sandy who will show up at the moundMarlins are a sleeper team, surprise team just like the Baltimore Orioles were earlierUnexpected downfall of the St. Louis CardinalsGlory of the Oakland A's Vida Blue, Rollie Fingers & Joe RudyOakland A's fans that feel betrayedJazz Chisolm what happens when he comes back. Marlins are winning without himLuis Arraez - Rises Up At this point Marlins have not missed himYuli Gurriel a leader to the teamWhere do you make space for returning players on the rosterCorey Kluber example in Boston, Cy Young award winner moved to the bullpenMarlins Davis is now making a differenceSoler now 2nd in the league for Home Runs, may climb higher as Pete Alonso is temporarily out due to injuryMarlins Radio - Kyle Sielaff's call at the Miami Marlins & Chicago Cubs game – https://twitter.com/MarlinsRadio/status/1667996125108879360?s=20Miami fans love the game but are fickle Excitement of the WBCSouth Florida incredible last few months in sports – Owls, Hurricaines, Heat & PanthersNortheast does not see Florida as a place for a strong baseball teamHow do you stop the Mets from winning . . . give them a baseball bat WillWill Marlins unload Jazz for new prospectOakland A's have been playing at a 500 level for the last few gamesSixto Sanchez will he come back this year – the roster is full – no needTrades this season Will Marlins unload Jazz and Trevor Story for new prospectsOakland A's have been playing at a 500 level for the last few gamesMark picks 3 potential Tampa Bay Rays for All-Star game – Randy Arozarena, Shane McClanahan & Yandy Diaz Is Zach Eflin human? – how did he evolve to where he is. Local boy?Fans are perking up in Miami and ready to return to see the MarlinsLou teaches Baseball Law classes at Mitchell Hamline and the St. Paul SaintsDiscover Lou at @BaseballandLawSneak Peak of Upcoming @BaseballandLaw stories include:  Farewell to Babe Ruth PeeWee baseball and parents lawsuits Dodgers beat up Chicago Cubs fan lawsuit Count of 2 balls & 1 strikeYou can find Lou's Baseball and the Law book at https://cap-press.com/books/isbn/9781611635027/Baseball-and-the-LawSpecial Offer on Baseball and the Law book - June Sale!!!!Use code BBALL2023 at check out & get 1/3 off the list priceSale ends 7/1 "It's something every baseball/law nerd should own"@craigcalcaterraFollow Lou on Twitter @BaseballandLaw for daily insights into the game BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple,Spotify & Google podcasts & @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter and of course on https://www.baseballbizondeck.comPlease like, follow and comment. Let us know your thoughts about the show. DM Mark on Twitter @TheBaseballBizThanks to Tamp

It was great catching up with our friend and Marlins fan Lou Schiff from Baseball and The Law .We discussed a ton in this episode including:- Lou's expectations from this past WBC- The atmosphere at Loan Depot Park during the tournament- Is Miami a good baseball town?- Was Lou surprised at the high end talent that participated in the classic?- Team Mexico's performance vs Puerto Rico- Did it feel bigger the - How close was Mexico vs Japan? Could Mexico have pulled it out against Japan?- Could Charles Leblanc played for Team Canada in the WBC?- Discussing outcomes and what if's of certain high profile games- How does the WBC top it in 2026?- Some March Madness Chatter.Support the showYou can follow The Cardy Show on Linked in . Twitter @CardyBrent or Instagram @TheCardyShowPodcast

A MLB Fairy Tale - Exiled: Sea Unicorns, ValleyCats, Volcanoes & Yanks from the Isle of Staten. These 4 have taken MLB to court. Now DOJ appears & is showing an interest.Judge Lou Schiff walks us through this news.Federal Baseball Club of Baltimore, Inc. v. National League of Professional Baseball Clubs in 1922 https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/259/200/ Toulson Case Oakland A's case Lower Court dismissed Minor League affiliates lawsuit against MLB DOJ comes a visiting as a “friend of the court” Legenfs Casey Stengel & Mickey Mantle testify before Congress William Shea & the Continental League MLB likely to settle?Courts point back to Congress for responsibilitySave America's Pastime Act - NOT! Minor Leaguers  - Scott Brosius is bringing change What kind of deals will MLB make with the displaced Minor League Owners? You can keep your minor league team,  just not affiliated with an MLB parent organization Joshua Schuab, Commissioner of American Association of Professional Baseball  OSHA requirements - When the Colorado Rockies moved Handicapped seating to a lesser view Department of Justice (DOJ), getting involved with baseball Will MLB write a check to the Minor League teams make it all go away Craig Calcaterra – investing in a team or a player World Baseball Classic (WBC) Mat Germain speaks to WBC becoming like the Soccer World Cup Miami WBC Pool –some of the 1st round games are Sold Out Ballplayers pride representing their country in the WBC.Special Thanks to Lou Schiff for sharing his knowledge, stories and experience with the @TheBaseballBiz audience., Lou is daily on Twitter @BaseballandLaw BaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify & Google podcasts &@TheBaseballBiz on Twitter Thanks to Josh Woodward for the music "Princess" & to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward" Curt Flood & the fight for Free Agencyhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1125350/9873944 Federal Baseball Club of Baltimore, Inc. v. National League of Professional Baseball Clubs, 259 U.S. 200 (1922) https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/259/200/ Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition v. Colorado Rockies Baseball Club, Ltd. https://www.quimbee.com/cases/colorado-cross-disability-coalition-v-colorado-rockies-baseball-club-ltd Craig Calcaterra, Rethinking Fandom  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125350/10262510  

Our friend Lou Schiff is back on The Cardy Show. The Co-Author of Baseball and The Law joined Dave and Brent to discuss:-  The rule changes that will now be implemented in 2023. Lou tells a great story of how the speed  of MLB games is a 100 plus year old issue- We  discussed television blackout rights when it comes to the Apple TV and You Tube games- We talked about  the state of the Miami Marlins without Derek Jeter and how his departure came about-  Some memories of Canadians that played for the Marlins including Charles Leblanc- Some of his memories of former Legendary Blue Jays and Expos that played for the Marlins and the 1997 World Series- 1 Member of the Marlins that could make a huge impact in the AL East next year- Discuss some big stories during the 2022 season around baseball- The upcoming World Baseball Classic which will host games at Loan Depot Park in Miami- Lou gives us some news of what he is working on nextYou can follow Lou on Twitter @BaseballandLaw. Buy the book on Amazon buy clicking this link. 

Minor League settlements, Flying Hot Dogs, Bat Boys & The LawThe Honorable Lou Schiff,  Judge in Broward County Florida. A Marlins fan who is also a professor who teaches a course on Baseball and the Law at Mitchell Hamline School of Law Part 1 of the Lou Schiff interview can be found hereLou has a variety of special professional guests for his classBob Whitsitt – GM & President of several teams including Trail Blazers & Seattle SeahawksMelissa Ludtke, Sports Journalist – won lawsuit be allowed in MLB locker rooms. @MelissaLudtkeAdam Hanson, Attorney & former Twins Bat Boy for for 11 years @adam_hanson1 Stew Thornley – Official Scorer for Twins & helps write the explanation of the rules for MLB and on appeals committee for scoring decisions @stewthornleySt. Paul Saints – most wonderful hostsMinor LeaguesTreatment of Minor Leaguers & 185 million dollar settlementManfred believes Minor Leaguers are not mistreatedMinor Leaguers are asking for more. Not an internship. This is a job.They are asking for more than just PBJ sandwiches & 400 mile bus ridesTom Whaley attorney for Twins, CHS on building a community ball park with state & private funds.  St Paul Saints, Twins Affilate, are drawing 8,000 attendance @StPaulSaints Minnesota NICEDerek Jeter, The Captain & ESPN – will they cover his time with the Marlins? Freddie Freeman's agent defamation suit – Can agent be considered a public official or a private person. The Baseball Rule – assumption of risk when you buy a ticket.  Flying hot dog liability? Special Thanks to Lou Schiff for sharing his knowledge, stories and experience with the @TheBaseballBiz audience.You can find Lou daily on Twitter @BaseballandLawPart 1 of the Lou Schiff interview is here  BaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify & Google podcasts & @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter   We welcome you to like, subscribe and remark about BaseballBiz.Let us know your thoughts about the show. Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"

The Honourable Lou Schiff visits and we talk about the Marlins Moments of Greatness & Great MediocritySandy Alcantara needs some help from the Marlins batsJoey Wendle & Jorge Soler we expect moreJon Berti is fast but still on IL with Jazz ChisolmWhat about the catchingGarrett Cooper's batting is fallingMarlins are exactly where they should be.Bouncing around .500Even Orioles are above .500Avi Garcia is fast in the outfieldWill the Marlins bring up Max Meyer or will they wait until 2023How do you catch the Phillies?Mets best 125 game team is in the leadMLB teams firing their managers is that a solution?Marlins are 5.5 games out of being in a playoff spotDown on the farm – MarlinsMiami's draft – Jacob Berry brings a strong batter to the programLuke Williams helps out, Billy Hamilton brings some speedMarlins Season ticket Holders will have tickets to World Baseball ClassicCraig Calcaterra's Rethinking Fandom – People Cheer for PlayersMiami, Heat, Dolphins, Hurricaines & Panthers making it work with the fansNo Dynasties in baseballASG – Dodgers, Clayton Kershaw starting for NL, Marlins, Sandy Alcantara starts 2nd inningMarlins have lost (20) 1 run games – no consistency in hittingBaseball and the Law part 2 will come out in the next BaseballBiz episodePart 2 of this episode will cover more of Lou's adventures into the Law of Baseball and his recent experience with the St Paul Saints Baseball organizationYou can find Lou Schiff daily on Twitter @BaseballandLawBaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify & Google podcasts &@TheBaseballBiz on Twitter Please like, subscribe and remark. Let us know your thoughts about the show.Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward" 

Josh Schaub, Commissioner of American Association of Professional Baseball Also What's happening with the MLB & MLBPA on the CBAPath from Scout in Milwaukee to CommissionerFirst days on the job facing pandemic and the environment of the  contraction Independent Baseball League joins MLB Partners and maintains AutonomyFirst days on the job facing pandemic and the environment of the  contraction American Association was able to field teams while other leagues shut down during CovidPlaying the Game the Way it was meant to beWe Play to WinTraditional Baseball Just says No to Robo UmpsAlumni include Max Scherzer Tyler Matzik, Chaz Roe & othersLockout in MLB does not impact American Association  they are on scheduleOpening Day for American Association is Friday, May 13thaabaseball.tv - Fans can watch past season playoff games and moreWhat are MLB & MLBPA arguing about. Can't we find some common groundWe continue to support the candidacy of Lou Schiff for CEO of the MarlinsGood News for Dick Vitale and his fansBaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple & Google podcasts We recommend following American Association of Professional Baseball at https://aabaseball.com/ and on Twitter @AA_BaseballYou can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter & Brandon @SportsBlitzPod Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward" God Bless the Ukraine and it's people

Games were canceled this week, but the podcast was not, so Max Rieper, Matthew LaMar, and Shaun Newkirk react to Rob Manfred's cancellation of games and the latest in labor talks, plus we give our predictions on how many games are played. Max also welcomes Lou Schiff, a judge and author behind the Twitter account @BaseballandLaw to discuss labor negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lou Schiff of @BaseballAndLaw visits and talks Lockout, Derek Jeter & MarlinsJupiter MLB & MLBPA players remain locked out  – Rob Manfred speaks6 weeks of Spring Training lost -  impacts local communities employment &  revenueMLB cancels first 4 games of season with a self-inflicted woundDerek Jeter leaves MarlinsWe recommend The Honorable Lou Schiff as the next President of the MarlinsState of the Lockout response from President, Tony ClarkJeff Passan does not mince words about MLB owners incompetenceLegalized monopoly seeks more controlBrandon @SportsBlitzPod recommends alternative sports to watch NHL, NASCARTicket takers, hot dog vendors & program hawkers – the “little guys” who are sufferingFans other options include NFL Combine, Underwear football, NHL, NBA What does ESPN & the Regional Sports Networks have to say about lost games & lost revenue?Tony Clark – there is more unity now than within the last 5 yearsWhen will we see Opening Day – May or July when NFL Spring Training Camp begins Mark is speechless and that never happensWill the Fans come back after the LockoutEl Capitan has left the building - Derek JeterWill Jeter work with MLB or work side by side with A-RodDream Team for MLB ownership – Tom Brady, Derek Jeter & Theo EpsteinCould TB12 replace Stu SternbergBaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple & Google podcasts  You can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter & Brandon @SportsBlitzPod We recommend following Honorable Lou Schiff is on @BaseballandLaw on TwitterSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"Fans are fortunate to have Jeff Passan, Ken Rosenthal, Evan Drellich and others for speaking freely about the Lockout God Bless the Ukraine and it's people

The Honorable Louis Schiff discusses the 94 - 95 baseball strike & Justice Sotomayor's critical decisionWhat happened?Team & Player Achievements stalled & never metMontreal ExposMatt Williams with 43 runs could have matched or exceeded Roger Maris recordTony Gwynn - closing in on .400 BA but came up short with less gamesLou's dual-fan status with Mets & MarlinsMLB Rob Manfred 2021 Baseball LockoutOther Baseball Labor issues today – Staten Island YankeesInternational Signings What is Baseball missing? – Fans  Late Night Games and loss of a younger audience Will we have a 2022 season and what will it look likeThe Honorable Lou Schiff's book on Baseball and The Law casesBaseballBiz is also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Spotify, Apple & Google podcasts You can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter & Brandon @SportsBlitzPod Lou can be reached on Twitter at @BaseballandLawSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward"

On today's program:Last Week In Baseball:I discussed the results of game 162. I touched on the idea of Marcus Stroman returning to Toronto and I don't think you'll like what I have to say. I recapped where the playoff series are at. I also drop a hint about next weeks podcastLou Schiff from Baseball and the Law: Good friend to the podcast Lou Schiff returned for this episode. You can follow Lou @Baseballandlaw on Twitter. Judge Lou and I dove into what is going on with his beloved Miami Marlins and the possibility of them adding players to make a run at the National League East in 2022.We also discussed relocation for the two Florida based franchises.  We hit on the collective bargaining agreement that is due and so much more.Give it a listen. Subscribe and review. Thank you for listening. 

Tampa Bay Rays Opening Day at the TropPart 2 Interview with Marlins fan Lou Schiff @BaseballandLaw talk Sandy Alcantara, Jesus Aguilar mentors Jazz Chisolm, Cory Dickerson, Jon Berti, Chad Wallach, Starling MarteMets & Marlins game loss came with walk-off HBP for Mike ComfortoSix percent of season played20:45  -  Rays freeze in Boston with the Red Sox and lose series22:20 - Yankees Series - Ugly Rivalry - Hit By Patch Brandon - "You cant be a Savage if your Soft" Wrestlemania attitude to the field24:35  Game 1 - Rich Hill 6 innings & 7 strikeouts, The Shift, Corey Kluber29:45  Game 2 - Chris Archer returns leaves w/forearm issues, Austin Meadows delivers with home run33:00  Game 3 - Brent Honeywell starts first 2 innings after 4 surgeries & 1300 days later.  Meadows gets hit 2x by Yankees' Jordan Montgomery and  wins CC Sabathia Sportsmanship awardHBP is getting old - A warning has been issued -41:45   eX-Ray Report on Texas Ranger Nate Lowe.  Should we have kept himBreaking News on Ranger game 1  - Tyler Glasnow is magnificent - 14 strikeouts - potential Cy Young winner.  Special Thank you to Willy Adames for his solo homer that brought in the only run for the entire game.46:40  Rays injury report  Ji-Mon Choi, Nick Anderson, Kevin Kiermaier, Chaz Roe, Colin Poche, Oliver Drake, Yonny Chirinos, Jalen Beeks, Pete FairbanksJeffrey Springs excitement to come.Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps and ClapsAlso thanks to  Lou Schiff @BaseballandLaw, Brandon @SportsBlitzPod and Mark @TheBaseballBiz 

 01:45  -  Opening Day starts with Snow & Miguel Cabrera Homer 03:30  -  World Series Caliber SNAFU  Wrong Turn Turner Dodgers lose Home Run Texas Rangers - Globe Field Park - everybody welcome - Covid concerns 06:23  - White Sox and Angels - Joe Maddon no rules        - Yermin Mercedes  5 for 5        - Shohei Ohtani - breaks speed, pitching and batting phenom        - Tyler Glasnow  toy bats, DH and Intentional Strike Outs 12:45  Brandon's Run Down                  - Red Sox                 - Blue Jays come alive 14:21  - Astros are back and Trash Cans take the field 15:48 - Phillies pitching watch Atlanta Braves - Freeman, Acuna, Ozuna - Opening Week Weak17:38 – Reds Castellanos – 2 week suspension – Trevor Bauer speaks up21:00  - Covid strikes 10 Nationals out  - NHL Canucks gets hit Brewers & Yankees TradesAkil Badoo making history day24:10  Go Deep - Rangers, Nate Lowe & Padres, Tatis Jr hit homers at 465 feet25:20 – Texas Governor Abbot opens the doors with Rangers at 100%.available Houston holds at 50%All-Star Game Atlanta, Rob Manfred and Godzilla politiciansDavid Samson – Nothing Personal  - How Manfred made All-Star decision  28:55 - Lou Schiff – Marlins Opening Day Interview – Part 1 Tickets, Seats Fans and Friends reunited,  Family memories.  Socially Distant, Sanitizer & Masks. and Marlins Park new name46:10 – Piped in Noise Special Thanks to XtakeRuX for the music Rocking Forward

One half of the Baseball and The Law tandem: Lou Schiff returned to The Cardy Show. Lou and I went into detail on a number of things including:• The Kevin Mather saga and how that affects the upcoming CBA negotiations. How bad will this screw the owners in negotiations?• Mickey Callaway. Jared Porter Could they face legal trouble?• Could this lead to trouble for people Callaway has worked for? Including Mark Shapiro. • The Rays/Expos situation. Will that ever come to fruition? If so what will the penalty be for Stewart Sternberg• Expansion Baseball• The Mets. Will they bring it in 2021?• How did the Marlins get into the playoffs?• His relationship with Dave Van Horne. A story that left me with goosebumps.• Toronto Giants sale not going through. You can follow Lou on Twitter @Baseballandlaw. You can purchase Baseball and the Law through Amazon. https://www.amazon.ca/Baseball-Law-Materials-Louis-Schiff/dp/1611635020* Please also note. There is no website Baseballandthelaw.com That was an error on my part. My apologies to the listeners and Lou Schiff.

Louis Schiff of @BaseballandLaw and author of "Baseball and the Law, Cases and Materials" granted @TheBaseballBiz an interview. We discuss a baseball player's path from high school to majors - agents, contracts, minimum wage, injuries & lawsuits.1:12 – Lou Schiff - from Mets to Marlins2:51 – Jeff Loria, lawsuit, $4.2 million -Marlins Park & City of Miami 5:11 – Tampa Bay Fan pain – “I can’t go” - Lightning, Bucs, Rays7:26 – Where young baseball players start 12:40 – Kris Bryant move to Free Agency and team control14:10 – Collective Bargaining & The MLB Draft 16:40 – Player Injuries - do they get paid during recovery20:24 – On Field and Ice Violence22:50 – Free Agency, Negotiations & 1 year contracts28:10 - No Rivalry between Marlins & Rays 36:50 – Mets & Steve CohenContact Mark @TheBaseballBiz, Lou @BaseballandLawBrandon @SportsBlitzPodMusic by XTakeRuX - Rocking Forward

Mike Silva discusses the implications of the Steve Matz trade and what that means for the Mets in their pursuit of Trevor Bauer. Hear his thoughts on Curt Schilling’s request to be removed from the BBWAA Hall-of-Fame consideration. Lou Schiff of Baseball and Law joins the show to debate the merits of the designated hitter. A show chock full of fun baseball talk.

In today’s episode of Commish Talks Josh sat down with Judge Lou Schiff. Schiff has served as a Broward County Court judge in Florida since he was elected in 1996, and was been reelected in 2000, 2006, 2012, and 2018. He also serves on the faculty of the National Judicial College, Florida College of Advanced Judicial Study, the Florida Judicial College, and is an adjunct professor at Mitchell Hamline Law School where he teaches a class based on his book Baseball and the Law. Lou Schiff’s Info: Twitter: https://twitter.com/baseballandthe2

SABR member and baseball law expert Lou Schiff, joins us to talk baseball some of the issues a restart will bring about, also the boys talk about the proposed realignment and the possible 2020 season. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/baseballtalkradioshow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/baseballtalkradioshow/support

SABR member and baseball law expert Lou Schiff, joins us to talk baseball some of the issues a restart will bring about, also the boys talk about the proposed realignment and the possible 2020 season. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/baseballtalkradioshow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/baseballtalkradioshow/support

It's the latest Phillies Talk Podcast with Rich Baxter, Matt Veasey, and we're still waiting for something to break up the COVID hold that is disrupting our lives, and baseball. This week we talk about some history of the game with Lou Schiff from Twitter, find him @baseballandthe2 or just use the hashtag #baseballandthelaw - we're talking the anniversary of Sunday baseball games being legal in Philly and a whole lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/phillies/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/phillies/support