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We cover the Business of Baseball, its history and how it operates. Interviews with Players, Agents, Owners, Scouts, Umpires, MLB, MLBPA, Major League, Minor League Sports Analysis. Music - Rocking Forward by XTaKeRux.

  1. 3d ago

    BaseballBiz MLB WildCard Week, Yankees, White Sox, Phillies, Braves

    Tommy Pham is on White Sox Post Season White Sox rosterPope Leo impact on the White Sox season – Will Leo perform a ceremony in Chicago if White Sox win it allPhillies and Braves at Truist Park rBryce Harper outfield snow cone drop – was he using a first base glove.Phillies’ Alec Bohm hits a bombAstros and White Sox – Mat and Mark see the White Sox defeat the Astros in 2White Sox could be the Cinderella story this yearWhen Cubs lose will all of Chicago be rooting for the White Sox?Will White Sox newfound success bring on solidify a new stadium planHow will that plan compare to the Tampa Bay Rays new stadium setupBoston Red Sox v Yankees series – what does loss or Roman Anthony meanRays would have preferred to be facing the Red Sox over the YankeesYankees  effective lineup without Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. But they do have Rice, Bellinger and Chisolm.Cam Schlittler recent history with the Tampa Bay RaysWho will the Rays put on the mound in game 1 – Drew Rasmussen or Freddie PeraltaRays turn pitchers into gold – Zach LittelAFL – Arizona Fall League, Expect to see Rays like Nathan Fluellen, Cesar De Jesus, Marcus Johnson, Mason Nichols, Andy Rodriguez, and Yerry Tukus at the AFLKeep an eye out for Narciso Polanco and Brendan Summerhill with the Rays Australian Baseball League signed a huge deal to have their games televised on MLB.TV.Could the players setup their own league if the they are locked out by MLBCBA is a maturity contestBaseball popularity losing to SoccerDid tv show, Brockmire predict the death march for baseballJoey Votto commentator in the post-season recounts the 2020 cardboard crowd – No Tomahawk ChopBrett Phillips handing out premium gifts to fans at the Trop – Baseball Is Fun!Comparisons to Brody Hopkins and Jacob Misiorowski of the BrewersBlue Jays budget bogged down with deep payroll and lackluster seasonRays’ Griffin Jax hit in back with high velocity hit – Matz takes the mound with poor resultsDon’t overlook the AL Pitcher of the Month – Freddie Peralta – he has a has a 0.178 average against and a 1.02 whip.Junior Caminero played 162 games this season

    BaseballBiz MLB WildCard Week, Yankees, White Sox, Phillies, Braves

  2. Sep 24

    RaysUp! The Tampa Bay Rays are The AL East champions!

    BaseballBiz On Deck's, Mark Corbett and Mat Germain celebrate the Tampa Bay Rays' division-clinching season and look ahead to the 2026 MLB playoffs. They discuss Kevin Cash's leadership, the Rays' team chemistry, Drew Rasmussen's dominant pitching, playoff strategy, and the challenge of keeping the offense sharp during the playoff bye. The conversation also covers Junior Caminero, Caden Bodine, Grady Emerson, the Rays farm system, future payroll decisions, and the team's new stadium. Mark and Mat also revisit former Rays stars including Randy Arozarena, Brandon Lowe and Christopher Sanchez. Which past Rays player bring back to the team for this year's playoffs What changes to the Wild Card setup on number of games and qualified teams How about a unique baseball field that is used each year in the post season. How about Vegas? A new Cooperstown in Nevada the home of gambling Let's bring a half-time show to baseball World Series games. Mat likes Metallica Plus, a look at possible MLB playoffs and CBA changes, a wild proposal for Las Vegas to host the later games of the World Series, and Mark's upcoming presentation on Senaida "Shoo Shoo" Wirth and the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Topics: Tampa Bay Rays • AL East • MLB Playoffs • Kevin Cash • Drew Rasmussen • Junior Caminero • Rays Prospects • Caden Bodine • Grady Emerson • MLB • AAGPBL • Senaida Wirth • Gerrit Cole • Evan Longoria • Wilson Ramos • Mike Brosseau • Yankees • Aroldis Chapman • Carl Crawford BaseballBiz On Deck — Tampa Bay Rays, MLB, prospects, baseball history and the stories behind the game.

    RaysUp! The Tampa Bay Rays are The AL East champions!

  3. Sep 17

    La Maxima - Caminero 2x Walk-Offs & Alonso hits 300th at Citi

    BaseballBiz On Deck: Rays Ride Into the Postseason La Maxima The Tampa Bay Rays are postseason-bound, and Mark Corbett and Mat Germain break down the excitement surrounding the team, Junior Caminero’s clutch power, the return of energy at Tropicana Field, and what could be ahead in October. In This Episode: Junior Caminero delivers another dramatic walk-off home run as the Rays secure a postseason berth.Why Caminero has emerged as an American League MVP candidate and how his numbers compare with Yordan Alvarez, Bobby Witt Jr. and other AL stars.A look at fWAR and WAR and how advanced statistics can be used to evaluate MVP candidates.Pete Alonso, the Tampa Bay-area native, reaches 300 career home runs and receives an emotional ovation from Mets fans at Citi Field.The Rays' growing fan energy and attendance at Tropicana Field as the team heads toward the postseason.Discussion of the new Rays ballpark, early ticket access and what the future could hold for Tropicana Field.Could the Trop become a soccer venue for the Tampa Bay Rowdies after the Rays move?Rays rookie Brody Hopkins makes his MLB debut and gets attention for his fastball and curveball.A look at the Rays' minor-league pipeline, including Chandler Simpson, Cooper Fleming and the Charleston RiverDogs.Why the Rays' front office and player-development system continue to be central to the organization's success.A discussion of MLB fundamentals, defensive mistakes and the Rays' ability to pressure opposing teams.The American League playoff race and teams battling for postseason positioning.A special look ahead to Mark's presentation celebrating Senaida "Shoo-Shoo" Wirth, South Bend Blue Sox shortstop and All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player. Keywords Tampa Bay Rays, Rays postseason, Junior Caminero, Junior Caminero MVP, American League MVP, Yordan Alvarez, Bobby Witt Jr., Pete Alonso, Tampa baseball, Tropicana Field, Rays new stadium, Tampa Bay baseball, MLB playoffs, Rays prospects, Brody Hopkins, Chandler Simpson, minor league baseball, Senaida Shoo-Shoo Wirth, AAGPBL, BaseballBiz On Deck. BaseballBiz On Deck is hosted by Mark Corbett with Mat Germain, covering the Tampa Bay Rays, MLB, minor league baseball, baseball history and the people and stories that make the game special. This version keeps the notes concise while giving Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio and search engines plenty of relevant baseball keywords drawn from the transcript.  Improve accuracy for documents and research Upgrade to Plus and use increased reasoning to synthesize documents, research, files, and complex information. Get Plus

    La Maxima - Caminero 2x Walk-Offs & Alonso hits 300th at Citi

  4. Sep 10

    MLB Momentum, Rays, Rods & Dogs + Magadan speaks to Jesuit champions

    Baseball's positive momentum: A's/Rays stadiums, MLB expansion talkRays roster moves: Nick Madrigal, Jorge Mateo, Taylor Walls injuryVictor Mesa Jr.'s elite defensive metrics and hot streakMateo's mistakes impact game Freddie Peralta pitching well but fielding error could have cost a runMinor league playoff race: Hot Rods & RiverDogs semifinalsBrodie Hopkins hitting 102 mph in the Durham Bulls bullpenTravel diary: Rangers vs. Astros stadium experience - Globe Life Field - 5 star,  Daiken 2-star - no need to return to HoustonTampa Baseball Museum event - honoring Jesuit High School State Champions David Magadan's "turn the page" mindsetWPBL postseason preview - Mary Mustard & Swiss CheeseMLB Playoffs - who is in and who is outRays magic number and playoff outlook vs. YankeesPokémon Go Night at the Trop - Gotta Catch'em AllRemember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social

  5. Sep 1

    RaysUp Rays Stadium - Clubhouse Positivity & Post-season

    BaseballBiz On Deck, the conversation covers the new Rays stadium, the recent city and county votes, stadium economics, naming rights, the Rays' playoff push and the young players shaping the franchise's future. New Tampa Bay Rays Stadium The city and county votes approving the new Rays stadium proposal. Plans for a new $2.3 billion stadium near Hillsborough Community College and Dale Mabry Highway. Anticipated construction timeline &  when shovels could go into the ground. What stadium agreement means for long-term future of the Rays in Tampa A Major Turning Point for the Rays Stadium approval represents a major moment in Tampa Bay baseball history The importance of securing a long-term MLB future  How the current situation compares with the Rays' previous stadium uncertainty. Stadium Naming Rights Who could become the naming-rights partner for the new Rays stadium? How a long-term naming-rights agreement could increase the value of the Rays franchise. Companies that could potentially want a major presence in Tampa Bay. Naming rights could extend beyond the stadium into the surrounding Champions Corner development The Business of the Tampa Bay Rays How the new stadium could change the Rays' financial outlook. The potential impact on team valuation, revenue and future spending. Why a new stadium could give the Rays more flexibility when building future rosters. Rays Playoff Push The Rays' pursuit of a 90-plus-win season. The possibility of a 95-win or even 97-win season. The American League playoff race and potential home-field advantage. The importance of the remaining games against the New York Yankees. Rays Rising in Franchise History The Rays reaching their 82nd win of the season. How the current season compares with previous successful Rays teams. Kevin Cash & Joe Maddon & their places among the best seasons in Rays history It is becoming one of the most successful seasons in franchise history. Young Rays Players Making an Impact  Junior Caminero and his continued power production. Jonathan Aranda and his enormous 458-foot home run. Chandler Simpson and pressure the young Rays lineup puts on opposing pitchers. Liam Hicks, Ryan Vilade and other emerging contributors. Why the Rays' young core could be critical to the franchise's future. September Call-Ups The expansion of MLB rosters in September.  Potential Rays additions from the Durham Bulls. Players discussed include Hunter Bigge, Ty Johnson, Jake Fraley, Jacob Melton and Ben Williamson. Jorge Mateo and Rays Team Chemistry Mateo's adjustment to the Rays. The importance of character and clubhouse chemistry. Why the Rays' dugout energy has become one of the team's strengths. The Padres Series The Rays' sweep of the San Diego Padres. Johnny DeLuca's dramatic moment in the series. The importance of momentum and team energy as postseason approaches. How the Rays' chemistry compares with other contenders. The Future of Baseball in Tampa Bay What the new stadium means for Tampa Bay's place in Major League Baseball Tampa's long history of professional baseball and spring training Potential for a new entertainment, restaurant and nightlife district  Rays Ownership and Franchise Value Ken Babby and the new ownership group's role in bringing the stadium deal together. How the Rays' franchise value has changed since 2008. financial impact of securing a new long-term stadium agreement Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social

    RaysUp Rays Stadium - Clubhouse Positivity & Post-season

  6. Aug 27

    RaysUp Projections on last 30 Tampa Bay Rays - Freddie Peralta shines on the mound

    Rays Playoff Push, Prospects and Baseball Around the World Mark Corbett and Mat Germain break down the Tampa Bay Rays as they head into the final stretch of the season, plus prospects, the Little League World Series, the Rays stadium debate and international women’s baseball. Rays Playoff Push The Rays face a difficult schedule as they battle toward the postseason. Mark and Mat discuss recent performances, injuries, Kevin Cash’s decisions and how the roster could take shape for the playoffs. Freddy Peralta’s strong outing gets attention, including how increased use of his changeup may be helping his success. Rays Prospects on the Rise Xavier Isaac and Caden Bodine have moved up to Triple-A Durham. Bodine’s rapid climb through the Rays system has been especially impressive and could put him in the conversation as a future Tampa Bay catcher. Jacob Melton, Jake Fraley, Victor Mesa Jr. and other Durham players could also provide the Rays with options down the stretch. Little League World Series Canada puts together an impressive international run with wins over Australia, Panama and South Korea. Mark also highlights Alabama standout Kinley Rasmus, whose pitching and hitting have drawn comparisons to Mo’ne Davis. ABS and Baseball’s Changing Rules Should MLB fully automate balls and strikes? Mark and Mat discuss the ABS challenge system, overturned calls and whether technology should take a larger role in officiating. Rays Stadium Debate The proposed new Rays stadium in Tampa remains a major topic. Mark and Mat discuss taxpayer funding, construction costs, community benefits, affordable housing and the value of keeping Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay. Women’s Baseball World Cup The show wraps up with the Women’s Baseball World Cup in Taiwan, including Japan’s strong performance and the continued international growth of women’s baseball. Topics: Tampa Bay Rays, Rays prospects, MLB playoffs, Kevin Cash, Freddy Peralta, Xavier Isaac, Caden Bodine, Durham Bulls, Little League World Series, Kinley Rasmus, ABS challenge system, Rays stadium, Women’s Baseball World Cup, women’s baseball. BaseballBiz On Deck with Mark Corbett and Mat Germain covers the Tampa Bay Rays, MLB, prospects, baseball history and the business of the game.

    RaysUp Projections on last 30 Tampa Bay Rays - Freddie Peralta shines on the mound

  7. Aug 20

    Little League, WPBL & Meggie Meidlinger

    Thankful Thursday: Celebrating people making a difference through baseball and community service. Roberto Clemente: Remembering his humanitarian legacy and the annual Roberto Clemente Award.  Christian Yelich: Named Players Trust Most Valuable Philanthropist for August for supporting animal rescue organizations.  Little League World Series: Highlights from Williamsport, including standout performances by young players.  Rasmus Family: Kenley Rasmus, neice of Colby Rasmus, made a strong showing on the mound, matching Mo'ne Davis' eight-strikeout Little League performance.  International Little League: Nicaragua's Clemente Seville Picardo recorded 12 strikeouts and later threw out a potential game-tying runner from right field.  Canada & Baseball: Jays Care is investing more than $2.6 million in 22 community baseball diamond projects across seven Canadian provinces.  Women's Pro Baseball League: 11 Canadian women are playing in the inaugural WPBL season.  Mo'ne Davis: Now playing professionally in the WPBL and continuing to inspire young girls in baseball.  Rays Update: Tampa Bay dropped two home series after winning nine straight games on the road.  MLB Standings: Discussion of division leaders and the playoff picture across both leagues.  Pete Crow-Armstrong: Cubs outfielder reached 31 home runs and emerged as an NL MVP candidate.  Meggie Meidlinger: Revisited a previous interview with the USA Women's National Team pitcher and architect.  Foley Field: Meidlinger discussed her role in the University of Georgia baseball facility renovation, including the bullpen and pitching lab.  Women's Baseball in Uganda: Meidlinger helped expand women's baseball to eight regions and hundreds of girls.  See Her, Be Her: Documentary highlighting women and girls playing baseball around the world.  Trailblazer Series: MLB/USA Baseball event giving girls ages 12-14 an opportunity to play baseball at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex.  Jackie Robinson's Legacy: Emphasis on Robinson's impact beyond baseball and his role as a civil rights leader.  Women's Sports Facilities: Meidlinger advocates for purpose-built, elite facilities designed around the needs of female athletes.  Baseball's Future: Celebrating the growth of Little League, women's baseball and opportunities for the next generation. Little League World Series bracket https://www.littleleague.org/world-series/2026/llbws/bracket/ Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social

    Little League, WPBL & Meggie Meidlinger

  8. Aug 18

    WPBL, a look from Mary Mustard of Towards a More Perfect Game

    Mary Mustard and the WPBLBaseballBiz On Deck welcomes baseball writer Mary Mustard, WPBL blogger, to discuss the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) season, and the future of the sport. Mary shares her perspective on the WPBL's four teams, international talent and standout players including Denae Benites, Kelsi Whitmore, Ashton Lansdell and Brittney Apgar.  Mary also discusses changes with the Boston Hunters manager and how Jemile Weeks is infusing the team with positive energy. Plus a look at the league's competitive balance and the growing excitement around women's baseball. The conversation also explores Mary's sandlot team and the importance of community, accessibility and simply enjoying the game of baseball. You can find Mary Mustard's WPBL blog on Substack, Mary Mustard, and then the name of the blog is Towards a More Perfect Game. https://towardsamoreperfectgame.substack.com/  Topics: Women's Pro Baseball League, WPBL, women's baseball, professional women's baseball, Denae Benites, Kelsi Whitmore, Ashton Lansdell, Brittney Apgar, Jemile Weeks, Boston Hunters, New York Heights, Albany Queer Baseball, sandlot baseball. Guest: Mary Mustard - https://towardsamoreperfectgame.substack.com/ Host: Mark Corbett Show: BaseballBiz On Deck

    WPBL, a look from Mary Mustard of Towards a More Perfect Game
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We cover the Business of Baseball, its history and how it operates. Interviews with Players, Agents, Owners, Scouts, Umpires, MLB, MLBPA, Major League, Minor League Sports Analysis. Music - Rocking Forward by XTaKeRux.

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    @TheBaseballBiz
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    371
  • Rating
    Explicit
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