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Guest: Larry Baer, CEO of the San Francisco GiantsIn 1992, Larry Baer was part of the ownership group that bought the San Francisco Giants and successfully prevented the team from being moved to Tampa, Florida. Back then, they had a big problem to solve: An old, uncomfortable ballpark that voters wanted to see replaced, but didn't want to pay for.20 years after the construction and financial success of Candlestick Park's replacement, Oracle Park, Baer — now the CEO of the Giants — embarked on an even bigger project, developing an entire neighborhood near Oracle called Mission Rock. “We're in the baseball business, but really, we're in the media, entertainment, sports, real estate business,” he says. Chapters:(01:05) - Growing up a fan (04:37) - Larry's dad (07:28) - Stopping the move (13:28) - The Giants in 1992 (15:18) - “What am I doing here?” (19:31) - Hiring with urgency (23:34) - Last out to first pitch (27:45) - Buster Posey (30:13) - The Candlestick problem (36:36) - Making a new stadium (43:00) - Always hungry (45:01) - Becoming CEO (49:52) - Homegrown talent (52:55) - The Mission Rock neighborhood (57:27) - Revitalizing San Francisco (01:03:20) - “It all starts here” (01:07:20) - What Oracle Park means (01:09:52) - What “grit” means to Larry Mentioned in this episode: Barry Bonds, Candlestick Park, Willie Mays, Willie McCovey, Juan Marichal, Josh Harris, Larry and Bob Tisch, CBS, Peter Magowan and Safeway, Charles Schwab, Don Fisher, Bill Hewlett, Arthur Rock, Charles Johnson, Harmon Burns, Bank of America, Walter Shorenstein, Dianne Feinstein, Bob Lurie, Bobby Bonds, Dennis Gilbert, Roger Craig, Al Rosen, Dusty Baker, Bob Quinn, Brian Sabean, George Steinbrenner, Bob Lillis, Matt Williams, Greg Johnson, the 1994 baseball strike, Chase Manhattan Bank, Warren Hellman, Jimmy Lee, Pacific Bell, Coca-Cola Company, J.T. Snow, Jeff Kent, Bill Neukom, Brandon Crawford, Brandon Belt, Tim Lincecum, Matt Cain, Madison Bumgarner, Sergio Romo, Hunter Pence, Marco Scutaro, Joseph Lacob and the Golden State Warriors, Tishman Speyer, Al Kelly, Ryan McInerney, Visa, Che Fico, Arsicault, Trick Dog and Josh Harris, the Chase Center, Sam Altman and Open AI, Anthropic, Daniel Lurie, Salesforce and Dreamforce, Imagine Dragons, Pink, the Moscone Center, and Billy Crystal. Links:Connect with LarryLinkedInConnect with JoubinTwitterLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com Learn more about Kleiner PerkinsThis episode was edited by Eric Johnson from LightningPod.fm
A's Broadcaster, Vince Cotroneo, breaks down the greatest moments in Oakland history. In this episode, Cotroneo recaps Ramon Laureano's double play vs the Angels in 2018, Mark McGwire setting the rookie home run record, Vida Blue's 1971 season, Marco Scutaro's double in game three of the 2006 ALDS and Tony La Russa's first game as A's Manager in 1986. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper discuss Brandon Belt's recent struggles and what it means for his Giants future, Evan Longoria's continued solid play and why San Francisco needs to watch Camilo Doval's usage. Plus, Marco Scutaro and Reggie Crawford join Alex for exclusive one-on-one interviews.(1:16) Giants drop series to Rockies in Denver (6:24) Will Longoria be back next season? (10:09) Can Belt turn around his recent struggles? (21:41) Scutaro on being traded to the Giants (27:54) Scutaro reveals the meaning behind his looking up moment (31:51) Crawford on progressing as a hitter and pitcher See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ryan Vogelsong reflects on his baseball journey from being a struggling pitcher to becoming a crucial member of the 2012 World Series team ahead of the 2012 team reunion this weekend. Vogelsong reminisces on the ups and downs of the season, the additions of Marco Scutaro and Hunter Pence, and how it all led to Vogelsong's iconic Game 3 NLDS start. Vogelsong also talks about his pregame routine and the chip on his shoulder that made him the great pitcher that he was. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Synonymous with the Giants' 2012 postseason success, Marco Scutaro was an electric midseason addition to the team. The NLCS MVP was just about as dominant as a player can be, topping it off by driving in the World Series-winning run in the 10th inning of Game 4. (San Francisco Giant 2012-2014)
Marco Scutaro tuvo una carrera exitosa como pelotero en la Liga Venezolana de Beisbol Profesional y también en las Grandes Ligas. En la LVBP ganó dos títulos de bateo, un campeonato y una Serie del Caribe. En MLB jugó durante trece temporadas, fue el Jugador Más Valioso de una Serie de Campeonato y ganó un anillo de Serie Mundial. Pero detrás de todos esos logros hay una cuesta de muchos sacrificios y sinsabores que solo pudieron ser superados a través de la determinación y la disciplina que le acompañaron siempre. Scutaro decidió contar su historia en Talk Beisbol de la manera más espontánea que se puedan imaginar. Óscar Prieto Rojas y Efraín Zavarce los invitan a escucharla.
Welcome to UnforMETable, a new show from Amazin’ Avenue that looks back on less heralded, more obscure, but quintessential Mets players from the past. As always, you can listen or subscribe to this and all of our wonderful Amazin’ Avenue Audio podcasts through Apple Podcasts, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, or listen wherever you get podcasts. If you’ve got an idea for a player to be featured on UnforMETable, let us know in the comments. Make sure to follow Rob on Twitter (@WolffRR), and you can now follow the show on Twitter (@unformetable) as well. Tune in next week for another tale from the Mets’ past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oscar Prieto Párraga fue durante más de veinte años gerente general de los Leones del Caracas y por más de diez asesor deportivo del equipo con más campeonatos en la historia del beisbol venezolano. En esas funciones fue responsable de realizar algunos de los cambios más recordados de la LVBP. Para esta entrega de Talk Beisbol tuvimos el gusto de preguntarle por las razones que motivaron las transacciones que involucraron a nombre tan importantes como Jesús Marcano Trillo, Jesús Alfaro, Leonardo Hernández, Miguel Cairo o Marco Scutaro.
After discussions of a personal nature involving Carl Edwards, Jr., the 1912 New York Giants, and imposter syndrome, Steve is joined by Grant Brisbee of SB Nation’s McCovey Chronicles to talk about how the San Francisco Giants got to be so bad, what it’s like hosting a TV show in a down season, and the origins of the Marco Scutaro rainglobe. Warning: Two cusswords this week. We express deep contrition.Table of ContentsCarl Edwards Jr. Imposter Syndrome*The 2017 Dodgers and the 1912 Giants*Grant Brisbee: How did the San Francisco Giants end up in last place? *The Giants’ last homegrown outfielder*Launching “Giants Outsiders” in a season in which the Giants are outside*Dramatizing a loss*The postgame show for the 1927 Yankees*Avoiding the turning-40 crisis*The 1997 Giants are responsible for everything*Meeting your idols*Making fun of Guy Fieri, not Rich Aurilia*Regretting saying something critical about Ken Rosenthal*Mid-career TV opportunity, the one that never knocks*Credibility*Staying a fan (Crying for Conor Gillaspie)*The Jaded, Disgruntled Sportswriters Club*Battling social media malaise*Has SB Nation’s mission changed?*The Marco Scutaro rainglobe story*Remaining the informed outsider*Denard Span’s wheels*Locked into Johnny Cueto and other vets*A middle finger for Brandon Belt*Final Jeopardy: Can current Giants management fix this?*Goodbyes. Dave Righetti and Hensley Meulens*
Former Giants outfielder Cody Ross discusses his transition to coaching, the organization's young outfielders, dealing with being on a losing team, watching Marco Scutaro's NLCS, and more.
Episode 49: After the Jays destroy the Giants for two games we talk to Marco Scutaro about what went wrong. We also find out what it takes to be a big league umpire, and what exactly Brett Lawrie said to Ricky Romero in Tampa Bay.
Jason Martinez of MLBDepthCharts discusses all the latest trades and signings before Ben Nicholson-Smith calls in from the Winter Meetings in Nashville for some discussion on rumors around the league.
Episode 266 FanGraphs managing editor Dave Cameron analyzes all baseball — and, in particular, the part of baseball concerning Gregor Blanco, Marco Scutaro, and the Giants’ particularly able roster construction. Also: Tim Lincecum, future reliever (in the tradition of Willie Hernandez)? And, finally: free agency, which starts soon. Don’t hesitate to direct pod-related correspondence to […]
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Alex interviews Steve Buckley of The Boston Herald about what has been an incredibly lackluster Red Sox offseason. Alex and Buck both agree that the Red Sox are fortunate that the Patriots are in the midst of a Super Bowl run, or else they would rightfully be getting eviscerated on the local airwaves on a daily basis. How is it a excusable for an organization with the clout of the Red Sox to openly be cutting payroll and attempting to "save money" while they already have a championship-caliber core in place? Isn't it far more an example penny-pinching than prudent spending? Alex and Steve also briefly touch upon the upcoming "steroid riddled" Hall of Fame classes as Buck explains to Alex why he will never vote for a confirmed steroid user for the Hall of Fame. The Red Sox did sign outfielder Cody Ross last week...hopefully that wasn't why they shed Marco Scutaro's 6 million dollar salary. The Red Sox supposedly traded Scutaro to create room to sign a starting pitcher, whom they haven't signed yet, by the way. Is that pitcher ever going to be acquired? In the "Around the League" segment, Alex talks about the pro's and con's of the Tigers inking Prince Fielder to a 9-year deal. Plus, when will the Dodgers be sold? Best of luck to the Patriots as they gear up to face the Giants in Super Bowl 46. "The Alex Reimer Show" returns to the airwaves this Saturday, 2/4, from 2-4 PM EST on WGAM "The Game" (900 AM Nashua and 1250 AM Manchester New Hampshire) and www.wgamradio.com for full Super Bowl coverage. Post on the message boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards. Email Alex at Alexredsox076@aol.com and follow him on twitter @AlexReimer1.
First off, congratulations to the Patriots for advancing to their fifth Super Bowl in the past ten years. The most comforting thing of all from the game against Baltimore is that for the first time in a long time, the defense carried the day... But as far as the Red Sox go, there is minimal positive news as January heads to a conclusion. Last week Carl Crawford underwent wrist surgery even though this wrist injury supposedly had been bothering him since the end of September. Why wait until now to have the surgery? This speaks poorly on both Crawford and the Red Sox.. The Red Sox also traded their starting shortstop, Marco Scutaro, to "free up" salary to make a run at a starting pitcher to fill out the rotation. Since when did the Red Sox have to make "salary dumps?" While they continually shove "Red Sox Nation" advertising garbage down our throats, they're cutting payroll. How insulting. Theo deserves blame too for leaving the Red Sox in this kind of "financial inflexibility" and for also leaving the farm system thin in depth. In the "Around the League" segment, Alex looks at Victor Martinez tearing his ACL and Fausto Carmona not being the Fausto Carmona whom you thought he was...(if that makes sense). "The Alex Reimer Show" is preempted again this Saturday (1/28). We'll be back on the air from 2-4 PM EST on Saturday 2/4. Listen from 2-4 PM EST on WGAM "The Game" (900 AM Nashua and 1250 AM Manchester) as well as online at www.wgamradio.com. Post on the message boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards. Email Alex at Alexredsox076@aol.com and follow him on twitter @AlexReimer1.
Episode 129 Managing editor Dave Cameron is tasked with — and largely succeeds at — providing a rational explanation for the recent trade that sent Marco Scutaro to the Rockies. Otherwise discussed: how said trade concerns Roy Oswalt, the Victor Martinez injury, Cameron on Clubhouse Confidential — again! Don’t hesitate to direct pod-related correspondence to […]
Alex plays his interview with Scott Lauber of The Boston Herald, which originally aired on his radio show, "The Alex Reimer Show." Alex and Scott discuss the Red Sox managerial search and whether or not it's naive to have "blind faith" that this Front Office will once again select the perfect candidate for the job. The likelihood of Jonathan Papelbon and David Ortiz returning, as well as how Ben Cherington will address the starting rotation is touched upon too. Alex also mentions Marco Scutaro's club option being picked up, the dismissal of two strength and conditioning coaches, and who he would like to see at DH instead of David Ortiz. In the "Around the League" segment, Alex analyzes Brian Cashman resigning for 3 more years as Yankees GM and the decision to retain CC Sabathia for potentially 2 additional years at 50 million dollars in total. Tony La Russa retiring on-top, where Terry Francona fits best next season, Dan Duquette (good friend of the show) shockingly being named GM of the Orioles, Frank McCourt finally selling the Dodgers, and much more is talked about. Post on the message boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards. Signing up is free, quick, and easy. Post, post, post! Email Alex at Alexredsox076@aol.com and follow him on twitter @AlexReimer1. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 2-4 PM EST on WGAM "The Game" (900 AM Nashua and 1250 AM Manchester) and www.wgamradio.com.
Happy Halloween to all...hopefully everybody's "Halloweekend" went swimmingly. With the St. Louis Cardinals improbably capturing this year's World Series title, the offseason has officially begun and free agents can file for free agency beginning this Thursday. But firstly, the Red Sox and Cubs must finally agree on compensation for Theo Epstein's service. Bud Selig and the MLB central office expects to intervene on Tuesday to decide on what an "appropriate" level of compensation is. Man, this would be a whole lot easier if we could actually tangibly value the importance of a General Manager like Theo... Alex talks about Theo's op-ed column that ran in The Boston Globe this week and uncovers the "truths" and "lies" in the piece. He also analyzes Ben Cherington's introductory press conference and what we can expect out of Cherington as General Manager. The managerial search, Marco Scutaro's option, and how long it will take to come to a conclusion on what to do with David Ortiz and Jonathan Papelbon is discussed too. Oh, and John Lackey will be out all of next year due to Tommy John surgery! Those innings can be easily replaced, but how well will they be replaced? In the "Around the League" segment, Alex looks at the most compelling World Series in a decade and the stellar ratings that back that up. Congratulations to the Cardinals...what an improbable win. Post on the message boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards! There is plenty to talk about this offseason. Email Alex at Alexredsox076@aol.com. Alex's twitter handle is @AlexReimer1. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 2-4 PM EST on WGAM "The Game" (900 AM Nashua and 1250 AM Manchester) and www.wgamradio.com.
The Red Sox are riding a season high 9 game win streak and are currently 6-0 on their current road trip. They outscored the Blue Jays 35-6 this weekend in Toronto...just how good are they? Are they possibly this good? Alex discusses Jacoby Ellsbury's continued emergence as a dynamic presence at the top of the lineup. He also comments on David Ortiz's performance, and says that he's "awestruck" with how well Big Papi is hitting right now. Marco Scutaro's return from the DL, the state of Dustin Pedroia's knee, the upcoming series against the Rays, and more is brought up as well. The "post of the day" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Around the League" segment, Alex talks about the AL East standings, some teams that are further ahead in their developmental processes than we originally thought, the A's firing Bob Geren, divisional realignment, and more. Go Bruins...win game 6 (and score some goals)!
The Red Sox currently stand at 16-18 and they have yet to really develop consistency. At one point will that begin to come concerning? Alex says that the Red Sox, after winning 2 straight against the Twins, have an opportunity to finally win consistently this week. But due to the rain, the starting rotation has been in flux recently. The bullpen, with Bobby Jenks and Dan Wheeler being put on the DL, has yet to have defined roles emerge. The lineup also still doesn't have a real constant order, as Alex believes that Carl Crawford ultimately belongs at the top of the order. Marco Scutaro being placed on the DL, which has paved the way for Jose Iglesius to make his big league debut, is discussed as well. In the "Around the League" segment, Alex analyzes the AL East standings and talks about why the Yankees may be incapable of ever running away with the division. Plus, was Alex impressed by Justin Verlander's no-hitter on Saturday? (Absolutely...) Post on the message boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards. Listener participation is encouraged and keeps the show running.
Alex discusses the latest issues with the Red Sox, though something else is on a lot of Boston sport's fans minds today (Bruins big game 7 win over Montreal)! Jed Lowrie is now the de-facto starter at shortstop, with Terry Francona even talking about potentially playing Marco Scutaro at other infield positions. Is it surprising that this move came this early in the season? It also appears that Jason Varitek may become the de-facto starter at catcher, and Alex says that's not okay... Other notes from the Baltimore series, including the continued mediocrity from Clay Buchholz and Jacoby Ellsbury swinging a better bat from the leadoff spot are talked about too. In the "Around the League" segment, Alex recaps the AL East standings, and briefly mentions some news regarding Roy Oswalt, Frank McCourt, and more. Please post on the message boards (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards). Signing up is free, quick, and easy! For all sports analysis, listen to "The Alex Reimer Show" Saturday's from 3-5 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.
The Super Bowl is over, which means that the doldrums of the sporting calender awaits us! But not to worry...it's "Truck Day" on Tuesday. Speaking of "Truck Day," pitcher's and catcher's report this week, which means it's time to talk about what realistic expectations are for the Red Sox this season. What questions face them? The "post of the day" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Around the League" segment, Alex talks about Andy Pettitte's retirement, the disappointing Yankees' offseason, and more. Next Monday Alex will begin his "division-by-division" baseball preview with the AL East! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 3-5 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.
Alex interviews Jeff Pearlman of SI.com and Sports Illustrated. Alex and Jeff talk about a litany of topics, including how a best-selling author (like Jeff) begins certain book projects, and the art of the magazine feature. Alex and Jeff also discuss how the national media has "gone soft," and whether fans should take a player's personality into the equation when rooting for their favorite teams. As far as baseball news, Alex breaks down the Red Sox's shortstop situation, with Terry Francona naming Marco Scutaro the starter to begin the season. In the "Around the League" segment, Alex analyzes the surprising Vernon Wells trade, the Rays signing both Johnny Damon and Manny Ramirez, and why Brian Cashman would so publicly oppose the Rafael Soriano signing. The "post of the day" is handed out (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards). Please participate in the show! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 3-5 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.
Alex talks about how the feeling of the "Red Sox being out of it" is really palpable now, even though we knew it was likely going to end this way. The first 2 games against Baltimore are recapped, with Alex saying that Marco Scutaro's effort is admired, but he should take more days off with his injuries. Alex also analyzes JD Drew's season and mentions that Drew's disappointing year has really flown under the radar. In addition, Alex gives his take on the Manny Delcarmen trade and the "almost" Mike Lowell trade. The upcoming series against Manny and the White Sox is previewed, and in the "Around the League" segment, Alex mulls over the AL East standings, and the putrid Pittsburgh Pirates, who were officially eliminated by the postseason this week. Post on the boards at www.thesportsstuff.com/boards! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs this Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.
Alex interviews Steve Buckley of The Boston Herald and WEEI. Alex and Steve discusses Steve's book, Wicked Good Year, which details the 2007 sports season in Boston, where the Red Sox and Celtics captured their leagues' respective championships while the Patriots came within a few minutes of becoming the only NFL team to ever go 19-0. Alex asks Steve how he went about researching and devising a narrative for the book, and some of his thoughts on how franchises are now viewed in Boston, where success begins, and what all of this ultimately means. More information on Wicked Good Year can be found at www.wickedgoodyear.com. Alex and Steve also talk about the Marco Scutaro signing, and do a general preview of the baseball winter meetings. Alex hands out the "post of the day" (www.thesportspodcasters.com/boards), and gives his own take on the Scutaro signing, the winter meetings, and more! "The Alex Reimer Show" was pre-recorded last week, but will be live again this Saturday (12/12: Alex's birthday) from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.
Alex plays an interview that he conducted on his radio show with Ian Browne of MLB.com. Alex and Ian discusses the shortstop situation, now that Alex Gonzalez has signed with the Blue Jays, Roy Halladay trade rumors, and whether the search for a "big bat" this offseason ties into Jason Bay. Alex offers his own opinion on all of these subjects, while also breaking down the reason he is not in favor of the Red Sox signing Marco Scutaro. The "post of the day" is handed out, and much more is discussed too! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs live every Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120. Post on the message boards at www.thesportspodcasters.com/boards!