Podcast appearances and mentions of Rachel Balkovec

Baseball boyfriends are by definition guys we like, but sometimes it takes a while to get to that part.  Welcome to the show where we profile Yankees and Dodgers. LA brings us a defection story and a high profile international signing, and NY brings us a childhood Pesky pole situation and a putting one over on the parents with a dirty uniform. Spring training gives us Walkers and talkers, and Vegas tourism finds a way to put a city name on an As jersey. You too can own a baseball team, just ask Billie Joe Armstrong. WBC qualifiers wrap up with qHAR questions, and Chris Kluwe gets canned for dubious reasons. Read this about Rachel Balkovec.We say, “If you throw rocks really, really far you could hit Boston,” “audacious little f&*ker,” and “You dropped a lot of pirate words talking about a 5-year old.” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.

John Fisher money & motivation in Vegas with the A'sTradition vs. Modernization in BaseballGolden Bat rule challenges the traditions of baseball. MLB becomes the Savannah Bananas Field Dimensions and Fairness in Baseball: large market edgeOther Ideas from Fans for changes: Fans from the stands being selected to play an inning or take an at-bat.Pitchers being required to hit but allowed to use aluminum bats.A proposal for teams to have two women on the roster.Incentivizing Team PerformanceRob Manfred's Legacy: “just a piece of metal.” lack of passion for the game & impact of his leadership.Juan Soto impact with smaller marketsTeam Building and Free Agency: the importance of star players committing to smaller market teams and how it could shape their legacy.Historical Winter Meetings: 1988 and 2014 meetings, and how teams like the Texas Rangers & Los Angeles Dodgers made significant trades and acquisitionsCompetitive Balance in MLB: Blake Snell signing with the Dodgers.Juan Soto's impending free agency and potential destinations.Freddie Freeman and his impact with the Dodgers vs. the Rays.Historical Trades: Texas Rangers (1988), Dodgers (2014).Rob Manfred's will he retire as commissioner by 2030Incentivizing Competitive Balance: Would penalties for losses help improve the competitiveness of MLB?Can small-market teams make an impact by signing starsTeams spending Floors & Ceilings needed as large-market teams outspending smaller-market teams and creating an uneven playing field. Fixing the MLB System:  fix the financial imbalance—not as a bargaining chip with players, but as a necessary step to protect the integrity of the league. The Importance of Retaining Star Players:A Call for League Balance: where all teams have a fair shot at retaining star talent and competing. Merging MiLB with NCAA would increase exposure and viewership.Savannah Bananas Influence on MLBStadium Drama with Oakland A's & the Tampa Bay RaysFrustration felt by Rays fans, taxpayers, and the local community.Therapy needed for fans to "heal" from years of stadium uncertainty.Women in BaseballIsla Borders, Meggie Meidlinger, and Kelsey Whitmore, women who have had professional baseball careerspotential of women playing in MLB when demonstrating elite skills, citing examples from other sports like hockey.Rachel Balkovec (player development with the Marlins) Veronica Alvarez (coach for the USAWNT) pioneers in coaching roles.The Future of Women's Professional Baseball Potential for a professional women's baseball league and the challenges women might face in breaking into MLB.The idea of merging smaller women's leagues for greater comparisons to the early days of the NFL.Winter Meetings and the Rule 5 DraftBig contract signings will be discussed and trades are expected.The Rule 5 Draft will also provide insight into team strategies.Juan Soto potentially commanding a $600 million dealJust 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

Guests: Leslie Heaphy & Kat Williams  from the International Women's Baseball Center share their stories and the mission of the IWBCMLB Develops - Trailblazer Series event at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex. Young girls learned from national champion players, followed by an engaging presentation by Leslie and Kat on the history and future of women in baseball.IWBC's Vision & MissionKat Williams: The IWBC, founded in 2014, aims to preserve and protect the legacy of women in baseball across the world. Leslie Heaphy: Education is key to the IWBC's mission—educating not only about past women in baseball but also future possibilities for young girls. It is about empowering them to see themselves as influencers and advocates, both on and off the field.Engagement with Young AthletesThe importance of making young girls realize that they have the power to influence others. Encouraged the girls to think about how they can be influencersWomen's Sports InfluenceUsing sports icons like Caitlin Clark (basketball) to engage girls shows how women's influence extends across sports. IWBC's Goal is not only to build a physical space in Rockford, IL, near the historic home of the Rockford Peaches but also to create ongoing education and action. MLB Develops & Women's Baseball Growth provides opportunities for young girls in baseballBaseball for Women CollaborationDiscuss the need for greater cooperation between organizations promoting women's baseball. Although the IWBC collaborates with other groups like Baseball for All, they continue striving for even more unified efforts to magnify their impact.Women in Baseball Progress:Moving past celebrating “firsts” like Rachel Balkovec becoming the manager of the Tampa Tarpons. The focus should shift toward ongoing representation and recognition of talent in women's baseball.Disappointment over Kim Ng's departure from the Miami Marlins and how women in leadership roles still face obstacles in MLB.Women's Baseball World Cup - praised for showcasing incredible talent and dedication, with young players like Naomi Ryan being examples of the rising stars.Veronica Alvarez's role as a mentor and leader for the U.S. Women's National Team fosters a positive team culture.Encouraging Local Support for Women's Baseball:The importance of local initiatives, like the Rockford Little Peaches team, and how supporting girls' involvement in baseball at the grassroots level is crucial for the sport's growth.The ongoing struggle for girls to continue playing baseball without being pushed into softball was also discussed.Support women's baseball at all levels, from Little League to professional tournaments, noting that these games often feature top-notch talent.Learn more at the IWBC website / or on Facebook  All-American Women's Baseball Classic being held in Durham, October 11-13Several of the players will be from the WBSC women baseball champions will be there to play. Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

Stephen Strom long tosses with Kyle Sielaff, Luis Dorante and Marlins No.11 prospect Jared Serna on being traded to Miami, being managed by Rachel Balkovec and his baseball journey. 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

Looking back at limited female representation in baseball during his youth & acknowledges the historical and recent progress, mentioning the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League , the Colorado Silver Bullets & the USA Women's National Team.Veronica Alvarez shares that her love for baseball started at a very young ageShe recounts seeing the Colorado Silver Bullets play when she was 12, a significant moment since female athletes were rarely highlighted on TVThe movie "A League of Their Own" was a staple in her household, reinforcing her love for baseballThe importance of recognizing historical achievements in women's baseballOngoing achievements of women in baseball, using Rachel Balkovec & Kelsie Whitmore as examplesWomen in male-dominated fields have to work hard and are not token hiresMark praises the talent & achievements of the USA Women's National Team & mentions the inspiration young girls get from seeing women excel in baseball.Trailblazer Series - young girls can play baseball together & instruction of women coaches who have significantly impacted the gameMentorship & leadership development among young female baseball playersVeronica explains her role with the Oakland A's, focusing on player development in the Dominican Republic & the importance of facilitating smooth transitions for young playersThe importance of  the "freedom to fail" as part of their developmentCultural challenges faced by international players & the passion required to succeed in baseball.Women in baseball needs for more competitive play  &recognitionVeronica believes the USA Women's National Team has the talent & drive to be an Olympic team & stresses the need for people to recognize baseball & softball as separate sports.Alvarez advocates for the coexistence of men's and women's baseball and softball in the Olympics without needing additional facilities or resourcesOptions for women in sports, emphasizing the need for women's baseball at the NCAA level & recounts historical challenges faced by women's collegiate teams.Alvarez notes how concerns about women being hit by a ball persist, but asserts women's resilience and toughness.Recent experience in Dominican Republic where a female umpire officiated for the first time, addressing concerns about her safety.Veronica outlines the timeline for the USA Women's National Team's tryouts & training in July, emphasizing the development of young players through MLB camps.Veronica is the MLB Ambassador for Girls Baseball, explaining the consistent messaging and training for young female athletes.Increased competition & improved quality of players for the Women's National Team, aiming for a challenging selection process.Mark & Veronica discuss the historical and ongoing efforts to elevate women's baseball, aiming for inclusion in the Olympics.Emphasis on hard work and dedication of the women preparing for the national team, often training independently to be ready for competition.Discover more on the Women's Baseball World Cup in Thunder Bay Mark can be found on Twitter x.com  @TheBaseballBiz & and at  http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

Some of the most influential women in sports tell their stories of courage, adversity, and triumph to trailblazer Bonnie-Jill Laflin, the first and only female NBA scout with the Los Angeles Lakers, in her new book, In A League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports. A half-century after Title IX legislation leveled the playing field for women and girls, the time has come to celebrate the lives and careers of some of the most notable groundbreaking women in sports, while also encouraging future generations to make history of their own. In a League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports shares the stories of nineteen impactful women, including Billie Jean King, Rachel Balkovec, Danica Patrick, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Laila Ali, Jeanie Buss, and Mary Lou Retton and gives them a voice to share their experiences across the sports industry. These iconic women open up to Bonnie-Jill Laflin, herself a trailblazer as the first and only female NBA scout, about the sobering realities females face in the sports world and the many obstacles they had to overcome. But they also celebrate the amazing support they received from colleagues, friends, family, and the women who came before them, and impart their own desires to inspire young women through their stories. They discuss such issues as the pressures of social media, the sexism that still exists in boardrooms and locker rooms, and their hopes for closer equality in the sports space. Their journeys are each unique, but together, they have changed the face of sports and culture forever. She is also the founder of Hounds and Heroes and Horses, a non-profit that pairs rescue dogs as service and therapy dogs with wounded warriors and veterans, as well as rescue horses as equine therapy for our recuperating service members. Working to improve the lives of veterans, she has traveled to military bases across the country and abroad on 19 USO tours, including visits to bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Some of the most influential women in sports tell their stories of courage, adversity, and triumph to trailblazer Bonnie-Jill Laflin, the first and only female NBA scout with the Los Angeles Lakers, in her new book, In A League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports. A half-century after Title IX legislation leveled the playing field for women and girls, the time has come to celebrate the lives and careers of some of the most notable groundbreaking women in sports, while also encouraging future generations to make history of their own. In a League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports shares the stories of nineteen impactful women, including Billie Jean King, Rachel Balkovec, Danica Patrick, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Laila Ali, Jeanie Buss, and Mary Lou Retton and gives them a voice to share their experiences across the sports industry. These iconic women open up to Bonnie-Jill Laflin, herself a trailblazer as the first and only female NBA scout, about the sobering realities females face in the sports world and the many obstacles they had to overcome. But they also celebrate the amazing support they received from colleagues, friends, family, and the women who came before them, and impart their own desires to inspire young women through their stories. They discuss such issues as the pressures of social media, the sexism that still exists in boardrooms and locker rooms, and their hopes for closer equality in the sports space. Their journeys are each unique, but together, they have changed the face of sports and culture forever. She is also the founder of Hounds and Heroes and Horses, a non-profit that pairs rescue dogs as service and therapy dogs with wounded warriors and veterans, as well as rescue horses as equine therapy for our recuperating service members. Working to improve the lives of veterans, she has traveled to military bases across the country and abroad on 19 USO tours, including visits to bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

ABOUT BONNIE-JILL LAFLIN AND IN A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN Some of the most influential women in sports tell their stories of courage, adversity, and triumph to trailblazer Bonnie-Jill Laflin, the first and only female NBA scout with the Los Angeles Lakers, in her new book, In A League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports. A half-century after Title IX legislation leveled the playing field for women and girls, the time has come to celebrate the lives and careers of some of the most notable groundbreaking women in sports, while also encouraging future generations to make history of their own. In a League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports shares the stories of nineteen impactful women, including Billie Jean King, Rachel Balkovec, Danica Patrick, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Laila Ali, Jeanie Buss, and Mary Lou Retton and gives them a voice to share their experiences across the sports industry. These iconic women open up to Bonnie-Jill Laflin, herself a trailblazer as the first and only female NBA scout, about the sobering realities females face in the sports world and the many obstacles they had to overcome. But they also celebrate the amazing support they received from colleagues, friends, family, and the women who came before them, and impart their own desires to inspire young women through their stories. They discuss such issues as the pressures of social media, the sexism that still exists in boardrooms and locker rooms, and their hopes for closer equality in the sports space. Their journeys are each unique, but together, they have changed the face of sports and culture forever. She is also the founder of Hounds and Heroes and Horses, a non-profit that pairs rescue dogs as service and therapy dogs with wounded warriors and veterans, as well as rescue horses as equine therapy for our recuperating service members. Working to improve the lives of veterans, she has traveled to military bases across the country and abroad on 19 USO tours, including visits to bases in Iraq and Afghanistan. BONNIE-JILL LAFLIN FULL BIO Bonnie-Jill Laflin is a trailblazing sports broadcaster, philanthropist, and TV personality. With a determined spirit and an unwavering passion for sports, she has carved a remarkable career path, becoming a prominent figure in the sports industry.The first and only female NBA scout, holding the front office executive position with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bonnie-Jill holds many "firsts" throughout her prolific career. She's the first woman to dance at a professional level for three teams, in two sports, starting with the NBA's Golden State Warriors, and moving to the NFL for both the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. She is the first female to be awarded six championship rings in two professional sports, earning a Super Bowl ring during her time cheering for the 49ers, and five NBA championship rings as an executive for the Lakers. Most recently, Bonnie-Jill adds a new "first" to her repertoire as co-host of the brand-new Women's Western Sports Roundup on the Cowgirl Channel. Beyond her accomplishments in sports, Bonnie-Jill ventured into the world of broadcasting, bringing her knowledge and enthusiasm to the airwaves. She has worked as a reporter and host for various high-profile networks, including ESPN, NBA TV, NBC/NBC Sports, NFL Films, Westwood One, CBS, E!, BBC Sports, SiriusXM, NFR Live, and Fox Sports. Most notably a host and ambassador for Michael Jordan's "Jordan Brand". Her charismatic personality and deep understanding of the game have made her a sought-after commentator and analyst, enriching the sports-watching experience for countless fans.An alum of the University of Texas, the former Miss Dallas/Ft Worth USA has also graced the covers of magazines worldwide, is a competitive barrel racer, member of the Alameda County Sheriff's Mounted Posse, and recently created her own rodeo drill and flag team, The Liberty Belles.Outside of her professional endeavors, Bonnie-Jill is a committed philanthropist that actively supports numerous charitable endeavors that champion the welfare of animals and U.S. Veteran's rights - causes that are near and dear to her heart. She is the founder of Hounds and Heroes and Horses, a non-profit that pairs rescue dogs as service and therapy dogs with wounded warriors and veterans, as well as rescue horses as equine therapy for our service members and sponsoring retreats. Working to improve the lives of veterans, she has traveled to military bases across the country and abroad on 19 USO tours, including visits to bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.Bonnie-Jill's remarkable journey is a testament to her unwavering passion, resilience, and commitment to excellence. Whether on the court, the field, in front of the camera, behind the microphone, or in the realm of philanthropy, she continues to break barriers and inspire others to pursue their dreams.Bonnie-Jill resides on her ranch in Ft Worth, TX with her rescued animals.Get the Book: https://a.co/d/gSUjrZrhttps://twitter.com/bjlaflin?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/bonniejill/https://bleav.com/shows/the-weekly-pass/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

In Episode 2, Hosmer and Su'a welcome Rachel Balkovec, one of the female faces of MLB that's paving the way for women in the game; Balkovec, the first female manager in minor league baseball as a Head Coach for the Yankees minor league affiliate Tampa Tarpons, and current Director of Player Development for the Miami Marlins, shares her grit-filled professional journey, from sending in her first resume (disguising her real name), her awkward first day on the job, and how she developed the technical tools to be effective in the analytical side of being a hitting coach in modern day baseball; all having a truly unique and inspiring story that comes with it. Hoz shares how Rachel's impact on the game directly impacts his own family, as Su'a digs deep into the Balkovec mindset that finds Rachel rising through the ranks of America's Favorite Pastime. The trio poke fun at each other with usual baseball banter and share laughs around topics like the newly added "pitch clock" rule and potential rule additions like the auto zone. The episode ends with powerful messages from both Balkovec and Hosmer. To Balkovec, respect is earned, not given. And if you're not sea in this episode she'll show you why the Diggin' Deep crew is rooting for Rachel on her journey to being a GM.HostsEric Hosmer / @hosmer305Justin Su'a / @justinsuaGuest: Rachel Balkovec / @rachel.balkovecinquiries: diggindeep@moonballmedia.coma MoonBall Media Podcast

Kyle Sielaff is back from the North Pole and reunited with Stephen Strom for the 10th episode of the Marlins Hot Stove Show. The director of player development Rachel Balkovec joins Kyle and Stephen to discuss why she made the move to Miami and her vision for player development. Later, the Marlins director of amateur scouting Frankie Piliere chats with Stephen on his journey from writer, to scout to director and what excites him the most about the Marlins. Plus, love it or leave it! 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

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Supersized weekend, supersized episode! Who do we want to have a beer with this week? Pottymouth plays her once and forever card and hangs on to Vaughn Grissom, now that he's with the Red Sox.  Patti selects Harper superfan Masataka Yoshida and his little dog too. For the Padres, Pottymouth gets to say Anzoátegui in reference to José Azócar and Patti picks home run trick shot hitter Matthew Batten. It's arbitration time so we talk deals and holdouts.  How can Stroman be a Yankee? Teoscar's LAD deal leads to a reuse, recycle, repurpose jersey discussion as well as pondering of Dodger money management. Again with the Wander and Julio mentions in the Police Blotter! Congrats to Luisa Gauci, new MIL hitting coach, and Rachel Balkovec, new farm director for MIA.We say, “Blind faith is our friend,” “always hold on to a Diaz,” and, “I like that on the eve of the Iowa Caucus you're worried about a weird President.  Oh. PREC-I-DENT.” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Twitter @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.

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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Meg's unlikely recovery in the contracts over/under draft, the Cubs signing Shota Imanaga, the trailblazing Rachel Balkovec moving from the dugout to the Marlins' front office, and (18:37) whether the new horror film Night Swim is a baseball movie. Then (35:53) they talk to Oakland A's All-Star Brent […]

Erik Spoelstra signed a contract with the most committed money in NBA coaching history (8 years, $120+ million), but David Samson somehow made the conversation about Spo's divorce and how much money he'll have to give up. Then, finding gold under your house, using "Heat" singularly, Aaron Rodgers, and the Marlins hire of Rachel Balkovec. Plus, Dan argues on behalf of the old people who won't be able to find Peacock for the Dolphins-Chiefs game this weekend, and David explains what's happening with Amazon, Bally Sports, and MLB over digital rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Imanaga a #3 starter or more like a 5? (19:35) Baseball America's Kyle Glaser sizes up the next big Japanese talent coming to an MLB team VERY soon. (34:46) Glaser also ranks some of the top farm systems, including word on how easily the Orioles can swing a trade for a guy like Dylan Cease. (26:35) There's some 2024 Rookie of the Year candidate debate in here too.(2:25) We start the show with some offseason midterm evaluations, including takes on the Cardinals, Braves, Red Sox, Cubs, Giants & Mariners.(13:05) News breaks during the show about the Marlins hiring Rachel Balkovec to their front office and we tell you why we love the move.Host lineup: Todd Frazier, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunFT Merch FTW!--Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com

Is Imanaga a #3 starter or more like a 5? (19:35) Baseball America's Kyle Glaser sizes up the next big Japanese talent coming to an MLB team VERY soon. (34:46) Glaser also ranks some of the top farm systems, including word on how easily the Orioles can swing a trade for a guy like Dylan Cease. (26:35) There's some 2024 Rookie of the Year candidate debate in here too. (2:25) We start the show with some offseason midterm evaluations, including takes on the Cardinals, Braves, Red Sox, Cubs, Giants & Mariners. (13:05) News breaks during the show about the Marlins hiring Rachel Balkovec to their front office and we tell you why we love the move. Host lineup: Todd Frazier, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun FT Merch FTW! -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marlins continue to add to their front office this season, this time adding Rachel Balkovec as director of player development. Lot of pressure to deliver in that role Harold Ramirez being shopped, should the Marlins be in on Harold? Jorge Soler confirms no talks with the Marlins - I think that dream is now dead. Dan Vogelbach could be an interesting Soler replacement at a fraction of the cost. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Jase Medical Empower yourself when you purchase a Jase Case, providing you with a personal supply of 5 antibiotics that treat 50+ infections. Get yours today at jasemedical.com and use code LOCKEDON to get $20 off your order. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marlins continue to add to their front office this season, this time adding Rachel Balkovec as director of player development. Lot of pressure to deliver in that roleHarold Ramirez being shopped, should the Marlins be in on Harold?Jorge Soler confirms no talks with the Marlins - I think that dream is now dead.Dan Vogelbach could be an interesting Soler replacement at a fraction of the cost.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalEmpower yourself when you purchase a Jase Case, providing you with a personal supply of 5 antibiotics that treat 50+ infections. Get yours today at jasemedical.com and use code LOCKEDON to get $20 off your order.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congrats @yankeesavenue 2500K followers.  Hard work paid off.  @netflix #thebrotherssun highly recommend.  What's happening with @nygiants & #winkmartindale resigning?  Something is afoot.  Agree with @livestrongernyc OL is the Gmen not drafting a QB at #6 #nfldraft 2024.  #blackmonday continued today @titans axed #mikevrabel who could land with the @patriots next season. @umichfootball first 15-0 season ever.  So happy for @nikkischwartz_ & #goblue〽️ fans.  A season for the ages.  #jjmccarthy not an #nfl QB.  Go back to school. Congrats to new @marlins director of player personnel #rachelbalkovec hope it works out better for you than #kimng in South Florida. Joined today by @jsabater86x talking #gmen & #takeflight #jets talk.  Which led to @robparker1980 joining us to talk #juliusrandle #randlehandle and the @nyknicks trades of #rjbarrett #immanuelquickley to @raptors recently.  We shall see if the #knickerbockers have what it takes to make a deep run in the #nbaplayoffs this season.All sports. One podcast. (even hockey) PODCAST LINK ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/JDTSPODCAST

Hi, Dr. Sean here... Years ago I told my friend, Rachel Balkovec that I felt like my voice was not coming through. I was speaking like a recent school graduate applying for their first job, timid, and unclear.  I wanted to speak more like Muhammad Ali, or Steve Jobs. You may not have sensed it, but until about a month ago I was still feeling like I was speaking in someone else's voice. I felt like for years the old me spoke so loudly, brazenly, and brashly that I needed to quiet that way down. The best analogy I can share is that I was like a TV on full volume at a bar where only some people want to watch the game. I was distracting for everyone else, and even the people watching are having a hard time with the volume.  So I turned the knob down. I pleased everyone in the room as best I could by making it impossible to hear the TV unless you were sitting right near it. That led to people leaving the bar because they wanted to go where the TV was loud enough to enjoy the game, and their friends left with them.  I was confused. What is going on and why am I not "breaking through"? What I now understand is that it's time to turn the vilume back up. Way up. It's not a bar at all, it's. night club, and I'm the music.  I compromised for years. For as long as I can remember. That guy is gone. My personal development over the last six years has been intense, impactful, and intentional. I am the best husband I know how to be, the best father I know how to be, the best boss I know how to be, the best everything I know how to be, and I'm going to be even better tomorrow.  Welcome to the club.  Let's dance. 

Rachel Balkovec is the first female MiLB manager in the history of the sport. How did she get there? Who hired her? Are there more like her? These are all topics that I discussed with Rachel on this episode of The Setup Man. Comment below with your take on Rachel and her role in a male-dominated sport.Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Groundbreaking Yankees minor league manager Rachel Balkovec had to change her resume to make it look like she was a male candidate to get an MLB interview! Now the MiLB manager tells us she's actually aiming for a General Manager role over a manager position. She also has advice for women who want to work in pro sports and thoughts on where she thinks progress is headed in the future.Don't miss Balkovec's A++ line to get her players to abide by the Yankees facial hair policy.--Download the Gametime app, create an account and redeem code FTLIVE for $20 off your first purchase! Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest price. GUARANTEED.

Groundbreaking Yankees minor league manager Rachel Balkovec had to change her resume to make it look like she was a male candidate to get an MLB interview! Now the MiLB manager tells us she's actually aiming for a General Manager role over a manager position. She also has advice for women who want to work in pro sports and thoughts on where she thinks progress is headed in the future. Don't miss Balkovec's A++ line to get her players to abide by the Yankees facial hair policy. -- Download the Gametime app, create an account and redeem code FTLIVE for $20 off your first purchase! Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest price. GUARANTEED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of I AM HOME, the NFM team is sitting down with Rachel Balkovec, an Omaha native who is a three-time “first” woman in professional baseball. She started out as the first woman in baseball as a strength and conditioning coach, then became the first woman to be a full-time hitting coach, and currently, she is the first woman to be a minor league manager for the Tampa Tarpons, the Single-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. Rachel talks to our hosts Tyler, Becca, and Hilary, about overcoming obstacles, her efforts to empower women, and how finding ‘home' in human connection is important to her coaching style. Join us today for an in-depth and vulnerable conversation with this barrier breaker! Find Rachel today at: IG - https://www.instagram.com/rachel.balkovec/?hl=en Her website - https://www.rachelbalkovec.com/ Resources: ESPN Profile - https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/33691782/new-york-yankees-minor-league-manager-rachel-balkovec-worked-entire-life-moment MLB Take the Field event (for women interested in working in baseball on the field) - https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-s-take-the-field-event-inspiring-women-in-baseball MLB Profile - https://www.mlb.com/news/rachel-balkovec-debuts-as-yankees-minor-league-manager ESPN after debut - https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/33701485/rachel-balkovec-cheered-historic-debut-managing-new-york-yankees-minor-league-team NPR after debut - https://www.npr.org/2022/04/09/1091879805/rachel-balkovec-the-1st-woman-to-manage-an-mlb-affiliated-team-debuts-with-a-win New York Times article in Jan. - https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/12/sports/baseball/rachel-balkovec-yankees.html New York Times profile after debut - https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/16/sports/baseball/rachel-balkovec-yankees-tarpons.html  

Rachel is a minor league manager for the New York Yankees and has worked in professional baseball for 11 years. She was the first female manager in MLB history. She was also  the first woman to be a full time strength and conditioning coach and also the first woman to be a full time hitting coach in the history of professional baseball. She holds 2 masters degrees, she most recently achieved her masters in Biomechanics & NeuroScience in Amsterdam. She is a highly sought after speaker and mentor. By trade she is a hitting coach and baseball manager, but in reality, she describes herself as "a student, athlete, minimalist, feminist and nomad. Those are things that I resonated with long before my career and will be with me long after my career in sports is over."Rachel was also a D1 Softball player at the University of New Mexico and has also held roles with the St. Louis Cardinals, Houston Astros, LSU Tigers, Driveline, Chicago White Sox, and API (now EXOS)TOPIC ORDER:Learn by Doing, Always a StudentTransition into Head Coach Role & TacticsDeveloping Standards and Structure for Accountability and CompetitivenessLead by Example vs Vocal LeadersChallenges as a Woman getting into the industryEye TrackingGritLetting go of identitiesLanguage deficiencies in baseballBest Advice

Want to watch to Tribe of Millionaires? YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbczkBHANH9ULLQiSt56bQA/ In 2022, the Yankees named Rachel Balkovec manager of their Class A minor league team, the Tampa Tarpons, making her the first woman to work as a full-time manager of a major league-affiliated team. Rachel has worked in professional baseball for 10 years. She is the first woman to be a full time strength and conditioning coach and also the first woman to be a full time hitting coach in the history of professional baseball. In addition, she is a highly sought after speaker and mentor. To learn more about Rachel visit her website https://www.rachelbalkovec.com/ And connect with her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/rachel.balkovec Powerful Moments From The Episode 00:00 - Drop who you don't need 00:32 - Who is rachel balkovec 01:30 - The future of baseball 03:40 - Voting NO on a pitch clock 05:33 - Future of roster building 07:00 - Prospect development 08:00 - Becoming a manager 12:10 - The ultimate goal 14:30 - Growth plan in baseball 16:00 - The passion for baseball 17:00 - Attraction from Latin America 18:50 - Your superpower 21:00 - Becoming the first woman manager 39:45 - Mentoring and confidence 49:00 - Getting hit in the face 50:17 - Learn more about Rachel Learn More About Our Tribe! https://www.gobundance.com $150m Net Worth In Under 2 Years! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGzZSEofyGk Want to connect with our community? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gobundance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gobundance Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoBundance Tribe of Millionaires Podcast by GoBundance is the podcast for healthy wealthy generous people who choose to live epic lives. Each week we connect with featured guest and GoBundance members to bring you the best in our community.

This week's episode features Rachel Balkovec, the first woman to manage a minor league affiliate of an MLB team. Get the details behind her decade long career in baseball, what she has left to achieve, her insights on strength and conditioning and more! Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com. Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode features Rachel Balkovec, the first woman to manage a minor league affiliate of an MLB team. Get the details behind her decade long career in baseball, what she has left to achieve, her insights on strength and conditioning and more!Have a former player in mind you'd like to hear from? Email us at legendslounge@mlbpaa.com.Browse our autographed sports memorabilia at shoplegends.com.

On the latest episode of From The Back Fields to The Bronx, Ricky Keeler is joined by Tampa Tarpons beat writer John Brophy to talk about the first full week of the 2022 season for all four of the New York Yankees full-season affiliates. First up, John talks about the Tarpons having success on the […]

Today we pull an audible and are going live for the first time in Facts Not Feelings history. Fingers crossed for no technical glitches!  With it being Jackie Robison Day, today we chat about breaking barriers. This week has been filled with women in sports doing just that: Rachel Balkovec's historic debut as the New York Yankees' Minor League team manager, San Francisco Giants' Alyssa Nakken makes making MLB history as first on-field female coach, going back to Kim Ng as she made history by becoming the first female and first Asian American General Manager in Major League Baseball history, or even Becky Hammon as she became the first woman to coach an NBA Team.   As a proud female that is also an owner, I love seeing these stories. I find it even more important to talk about them on today April 15, Jackie Robinson Day. What Jackie did not only for the sport, but for the human race, cannot be quantified. Let us all continually learn from him and continually break the barriers.   "The most luxurious possession, the richest treasure anybody has, is his personal dignity." - Jackie Robinson  Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe, share, comment, and rate the show. Listen wherever you get your Podcasts!  Connect and Stay In Touch!BZ ConsultantsBZ Consultants LinkedInBrooke LinkedInBZ Consultants Instagram: @bz_consultantsBrooke Instagram: @mjluver23BZ Consultants FacebookBrooke FacebookTwitter: @BzConsultants  SpotifyAppleAmazon PodcastCastBoxGoogle PodcastStitcher#BZConsultantsGroup #BZConsultants #BZ #FactsNotFeelings #FactsNotFeelingsFriday #JackieRobinsonDay  #42 #JackieRobison #BreakTheBarrier #MLB #ColorBarrier #BreakingBarriers #75YearAnniversary #NewYorkYankees #Yankees #LADodgers #Dodgers #Giants #SFGiants #MLB #BossBabe #DigitalMarketing #Automotive #CustomerExperience #Consultant #BrookeFurniss

Adam Weinrib and Thomas Carannante sit down with Yankees top catching prospect Antonio Gomez just ahead of the 2022 season! Antonio discussed his offseason prep, meeting Yadier Molina, and what Jasson Dominguez and Rachel Balkovec are like -- among many other great tidbits. Enjoy! Subscribe to us on YouTube, where we go live every Monday and Thursday at 2:00 PM EST. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Balkovec grew up in Omaha, Nebraska.As a student at Skutt Catholic High School in Omaha, Balkovec played softball, soccer, and basketball. She initially attended Creighton University, where she was a catcher on the Creighton Bluejays softball team, but transferred to the University of New Mexico, where she also played catcher for the New Mexico Lobos.  She graduated from New Mexico in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in exercise science.  She then earned her master's degree from Louisiana State University in kinesiology.   In 2018, she enrolled in Vrije University in the Netherlands to study human movement sciences, earning her second master's degree. Balkovec began her career in 2012 as a temporary contract strength and conditioning coach for the St. Louis Cardinals' Johnson City, Tennessee, minor-league affiliate.   In that role, she won the Appalachian League's award for strength coach of the year.  In 2014, she assumed a full-time role as the Johnson City affiliate's strength and conditioning coordinator, the first time a woman had held that role in baseball.In 2016, Balkovec was hired by the Houston Astros to be their Latin American strength and conditioning coordinator.  She learned Spanish for the position, so she could better communicate with players.   She was the first woman in that role in Major League Baseball.   In 2018, she was promoted to be the Class AA Corpus Christi Hooks' strength and conditioning coach.After moving to the Netherlands to pursue a second master's degree at Vrije University, Balkovec worked for the Dutch baseball and softball programs as an assistant hitting coach.   After graduating, she returned to the United States to work at a fellowship at Driveline Baseball, researching hitters' eye tracking and pitchers' hip movement. In November 2019, Balkovec was announced as the New York Yankees' newest hitting coach, to start in spring training 2020, again the first woman to hold such a position full-time.   She also interviewed for a position as a quality control coach with the San Francisco Giants in fall 2019, but decided to take the Yankees' role. Since the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the 2020 Minor League Baseball season, she coached in the Australian Baseball League. She was part of the coaching staff of the 2021 All-Star Futures Game. On January 11, 2022, the Yankees announced that Balkovec will manage the Low-A Tampa Tarpons in 2022, making her the first woman to manage in affiliated baseball.

It's our fifth season finale of the Yankees Magazine Podcast, and we're both reporting from and wrapping up Spring Training 2022. First, Nathan Maciborski and Jon Schwartz chat about two features in the Spring issue of Yankees Magazine — Jon's cover story on Tampa Tarpons manager Rachel Balkovec, and Nate's piece about reliever Clay Holmes. Then, we make our annual predictions, which will no doubt blow up in our faces over the course of the next six-plus months Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel Balkovec talks about working up the ranks! Rachel is the first woman to work as a full-time manager of a major league affiliated team, the New York Yankees. She is a Mentor, Coach, Consultant, Speaker and so much more! Originally released on 9/4/2020 Key Discussion Points: Growing up with everything they needed but nothing they didn't Being capable, hardworking, and independent Working up the ranks Being fascinated by the life of minor league baseball players Having to change her name to Ray to get callbacks Moving to the Netherlands to coach The bigger the risk the bigger the payoffs Loves to meet “seekers” Being in the flow state Wanting to be a mentor to young women Help Support The Show - Buy Me A Coffee - Thank you in advance! - INTERESTED IN BEING A SPONSOR OF OUR SHOW? DM US FOR MORE INFO. - Be sure to FOLLOW Rachel Balkovec - Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Women's Empowerment Bar Necklace Website Thanks for watching! Check out another playlist on my channel: The Erik Allen Show Podcasts Featuring Erik Allen Voice Over Work Product Reviews Fun FREE Resources to help you

Rachel Balkovec talks about working up the ranks! Rachel is the first woman to work as a full-time manager of a major league affiliated team, the New York Yankees.  She is a Mentor, Coach, Consultant, Speaker and so much more! Originally released on 9/4/2020 https://youtu.be/E0Yn9wuqRDs Key Discussion Points: Growing up with everything they needed but nothing they didn't Being capable, hardworking, and independent Working up the ranks Being fascinated by the life of minor league baseball players Having to change her name to Ray to get callbacks Moving to the Netherlands to coach The bigger the risk the bigger the payoffs Loves to meet “seekers” Being in the flow state Wanting to be a mentor to young women Help Support The Show - Buy Me A Coffee - Thank you in advance! - INTERESTED IN BEING A SPONSOR OF OUR SHOW? DM US FOR MORE INFO. - Be sure to FOLLOW Rachel Balkovec - Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Women's Empowerment Bar Necklace  Website Thanks for watching! Check out another playlist on my channel: The Erik Allen Show Podcasts Featuring Erik Allen Voice Over Work Product Reviews Fun FREE Resources to help you

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the Eric Kay trial and opioid use among pitchers, why labor negotiations feel like falling in a dream down an infinite cavern, and the parallels to the 1981 strike. Then, Jessica Mendoza stops by to talk about running into Kyle Schwarber decked out Bengals' gear at the Super Bowl, the absurdity of negotiations taking place over short meetings on Zoom, and her thoughts on Rachel Balkovec and the wave of women being hired to important roles in MLB. Later, Hembo on which players will benefit most from the universal DH, this year's Rams and Bengals in baseball, and which prospect will have the biggest impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Balkovec is the new manager for the New York Yankees minor league team, the Tampa Tarpons. She's the first female to manage in affiliated baseball. The game has come a long way since she started her career as a strength and conditioning coach and hitting coach. She shares how she navigated her way into the predominantly male world of professional baseball, how she won the respect of the players and coaches, and how she feels being a pioneer in the game she loves. Part two of a two part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Balkovec is the new manager for the New York Yankees minor league team, the Tampa Tarpons. She's the first female to manage in affiliated baseball. The game has come a long way since she started her career as a strength and conditioning coach and hitting coach. She shares how she navigated her way into the predominantly male world of professional baseball, how she won the respect of the players and coaches, and how she feels being a pioneer in the game she loves. Part one of a two part episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking Barriers: How to Hit Home Runs in the Mental Game Episode 38 w/ Rachel Balkovec   Rachel Balkovec, is currently blazing an unprecendented trail for those seeking to merge their purpose with their passion. As the first female manager in afiiliated baseball ( with the New York Yankee minor league team : The Tampa Tarpons), she is bringing extreme value to the sports world. After working in strength in conditioning with both the St. Louis Cardinals and the Houston Astros, she is no stranger to perseverance, mental challenges, and overcoming barriers. In this episode we discuss: Her upbringing and landing a Division 1 softball scholarship opporunity and underperforming due to peformance anxiety.  Distinguising between having depression or anxiety ABOUT something vs. it being your identity.  The intersection betwen your desire for mentorship and being a GOOD MENTEE.  Why she learned Spanish and how it has benifitted her to go against the grain to transform sports.  Major League Baseball : how she worked through the difficulty of becoming one of the "firsts" in her sport.  Preparation and Confidence : how to put yourself in gamelike situations.  and so much more! Connect with Rachel on IG : https://www.instagram.com/rachel.balkovec To connect with the host: IG: https://instagram.com/bryndrescher Twitter: https://twitter.com/bryndrescher Facebook: https://facebook.com/bryndrescher TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryndrescher LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bryndrescher Website: https://bryndrescher.com/speaking

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the current state of the MLB lockout, Rachel Balkovec's move into the manager position for the Yankees' Low-A Tampa affiliate, changes at Camden Yards, and the non-playoff teams of 2021 that they see as playoff teams in 2022. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After some very dry news weeks in the baseball world, we have a jam packed show for you guys on this episode. Rachel Balkovec has become the first female manager in history for the Yankees Low-A team which is huge. The MLB and MLBPA had their first meeting of 2022 on Thursday, which reportedly did not go very well. Shohei Ohtani was on the cover of the first global GQ Sports Issue. Plus, we're talking hall of fame ballots and Camden Yards changing their dimensions. Buckle up.    Subscribe and leave us a review! Follow us on Instagram: @the_groundscrew @bill_rom @jgerson101

On today's LockedOn MLB Prospects, we talk about the sheer number of amazing catching prospects right now - is this the golden age of catching? People are asking - and discuss their odds of being the greatest catching class ever. Also, we try to define how to measure greatness in catchers in the first place. Then, we hop on LockedOn Yankees with S. Rose Gotsulias to discuss the hiring of MLB's first female manager, Rachel Balkovec, for the Low-A Tampa Tarpons!Follow the show on Twitter @LockedOnFarm, follow Lindsay on Twitter @CrosbyBaseball, and send your questions/concerns/comments to LockedOnMLBProspects@gmail.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Locked On Yankees, Abbey and Stacey discuss the importance of Rachel Balkovec's position as a manager in the Yankees' Minor League system and they talk about her ideas for baseball and how baseball should change in order to attract younger viewers. Rachel Balkovec has held many positions within baseball and she wants to hold more. She also has some bold ideas for baseball moving forward. Abbey and Stacey talk about that and how baseball needs to change with the times and while some of Rachel's ideas may be a little bold for the current leadership of baseball, those people will be gone someday and maybe her ideas can happen eventually.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On today's Locked On Giants podcast, host Ben Kaspick discusses the latest news with Major League Baseball and the San Francisco Giants. The first order of business is the major news that Yankees hitting instructor Rachel Balcovec will become the first female manager in affiliated professional baseball. She will manage the Yankees' Low-A team beginning in 2022, and it puts her on a path to greater things in years to come. Notably, Giants manager Gabe Kapler interviewed Balkovec in 2019 for the position of quality control coach, where she would have worked as a hitting instructor and in strength and development. Balkovec opted to stay with the Yankees, and the move seems to have paid off. Kapler later hired Alyssa Nakken as a major league coach, and she became the first female to hold such a role in major league history. In the past year or so, many women have broken significant barriers, including Kim Ng becoming general manager of the Miami Marlins, the first female to hold that role.Ben also discusses the latest with the major league lockout. ESPN's Jeff Passan reported today that MLB is going to make a core-economics proposal to the MLB Players Association on Thursday. While this is extremely welcome news, as this will be the first of its kind proposal by either side since the lockout began on Dec. 2, Ben urges listeners not to be overly optimistic about the proposal leading to any significant momentum. It's entirely possible, if not likely, that the MLBPA will not respond positively to the proposal and we'll be back to square one.Finally, Ben discusses the Giants denying the Mets permission to interview pitching coach Andrew Bailey for the Mets' open bench coach position. It's debatable whether the position would be a promotion, and it's pretty late in the offseason for teams to be willing to give up a key member of their staff. Ben relates the situation to the Giants losing Donnie Ecker to the Rangers much earlier in the offseason, when they were willing to allow him to explore the role, one which he eventually was offered and accepted. Ben also discusses Austrailian LHP Genevieve Beacom becoming the first Australian professional baseball player over the weekend. The lefty tossed a scoreless inning and featured a fastball/breaking ball mix.Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Giants Podcast on these platforms

Use promo code TODAY at checkout of the JM store to recieve 10% off your entire order! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Chris and Trevor start off talking about the current state of the lockout, the Rays possibly splitting time in Montreal, if the Orioles should off Adley Rutschman an extension before playing in the majors, and Genevieve Beacom and Rachel Balkovec making baseball history

On today's episode of Locked On Yankees, Stacey is joined by guest Lindsay Crosby, host of the Locked On MLB Prospects podcast, to discuss Rachel Balkovec's hire and what she brings to the job. Plus, David Cone and Michael Kay are headed to Sunday Night Baseball. Find out who Stacey thinks should join the YES booth now that Cone's workload will be cut from 100 games to about 50 per year. Some may surprise you, others may not.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is an encore edition of an interview we did last January.On Monday, the Yankees named Rachel Balkovec as the manager of the Class-A Tampa Tarpons minor league baseball team. She is the first woman to manage a minor league baseball team. On this episode of the Sports Info Solutions Baseball Podcast from January 2021, Mark Simon (@MarkASimonSays) was joined by Rachel (@_rachelbalkovec), who was in Australia working as a coach with the Sydney Blue Sox.Rachel talks about how she came to be coaching in Australia (1:46). She then addresses the progress that women have made in baseball and other sports and the challenges women face in light of the Mets firing of their GM (5:24).Rachel also talks about the way she connects with players (11:21), the hardest thing to coach athletes on (13:36), and what she studied when she worked with Driveline (14:51). She also speaks about her favorite mentoring story (20:43) and provides perspective on how she viewed 2020 (25:12).Thank you for listening. Please rate and review the podcast if you can. You can also find Rachel at RachelBalkovec.com or on Instagram at @Rachel.Balkovec