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RaysUp - 2024 Tampa Bay Rays MLB Spring Training begins
Manage episode 403522445 series 2790783
Mat Germain @Mat_Germain_ & Mark talk about the first days of MLB Spring Training.
- Spring Training weather – Canada or Florida
- Can’t take Spring Training seriously just ask Nolan Ryan
- Mat highlights Trevor Martin's pitching performance for the Rays, and his potential for the future.
- Battery sparks - pairing pitchers & catchers and the role of catchers like Rob Brantley in mentoring young pitchers.
- Mat shares his background, starting with blogging about the Blue Jays and later focusing on the Rays due to an opportunity and his appreciation for their approach for their game.
- MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays
- Top 100 prospects – 4 Rays
- #4 Junior Caminero – SS/3B
- #20 Carson Williams – SS (what about Walls)
- #55 Curtis Mead 3B/2B
- #58 Xavier Isaac – 1B
- What about - Austin Schendon
- Kudos to owner Stu Sternberg and the impact of Erik Neander's leadership.
- Mat praises Neander for his targeted approach to acquisitions and player development.
- They briefly discuss the MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays, mentioning players like Junior Caminero, Carson Williams, Curtis Meade, and Xavier Isaac.
- Mat discusses the importance of monitoring player health and performance, particularly Blake Snell and Michael Montgomery.
- The hosts speculate on the Rays' financial flexibility and potential roster moves, especially regarding top prospects like Junior Caminero.
- They mention an exhibition game between the Rays and the Red Sox in the Dominican Republic on March 9th.
- Mat discusses the emotional and physical toll on young athletes like Wander Franco, emphasizing the need for support and guidance.
- They criticize the quality of MLB uniforms, suggesting that improvements should be made.
- Mark and Mat highlight the Rays' success in developing front office personnel, contrasting it with other teams' experiences.
- They express excitement for the upcoming season and encourage fans to support the Rays.
- Uniforms - Will a new MLB Commissioner bring a fresh perspective on marketing
- Dominican Republic Spring Training game Boston Red Sox v Tampa Bay Rays
- What will happen to the Wander Franco millions. Spend it on Junior Caminero?
- X-Rays – Jake Cronenworth with the Padres, Mike Brosseau with the Royals and Matt Quartraro, Joey Wendle and gloveless love, Willie Adames in Milwaukee. Could Blake Snell come back with a 1-year contract with the Rays
- Tampa Bay Rays Front Office & Coaching Migrations subject for a future episode.
- Theo Epstein and the Red Sox
- Erik Neander & Andy Friedman building a successful team withray Stu Sternberg
- Competitive nature of hungry Tampa Bay Rays players this Spring Training
- 100 Game Winner this year?
Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch find more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_
Mark can be found on Twitter @TheBaseballBiz & at http://www.baseballbizondeck.com
Just remember to subscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.
BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and Spotify
246 episodes
Manage episode 403522445 series 2790783
Mat Germain @Mat_Germain_ & Mark talk about the first days of MLB Spring Training.
- Spring Training weather – Canada or Florida
- Can’t take Spring Training seriously just ask Nolan Ryan
- Mat highlights Trevor Martin's pitching performance for the Rays, and his potential for the future.
- Battery sparks - pairing pitchers & catchers and the role of catchers like Rob Brantley in mentoring young pitchers.
- Mat shares his background, starting with blogging about the Blue Jays and later focusing on the Rays due to an opportunity and his appreciation for their approach for their game.
- MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays
- Top 100 prospects – 4 Rays
- #4 Junior Caminero – SS/3B
- #20 Carson Williams – SS (what about Walls)
- #55 Curtis Mead 3B/2B
- #58 Xavier Isaac – 1B
- What about - Austin Schendon
- Kudos to owner Stu Sternberg and the impact of Erik Neander's leadership.
- Mat praises Neander for his targeted approach to acquisitions and player development.
- They briefly discuss the MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays, mentioning players like Junior Caminero, Carson Williams, Curtis Meade, and Xavier Isaac.
- Mat discusses the importance of monitoring player health and performance, particularly Blake Snell and Michael Montgomery.
- The hosts speculate on the Rays' financial flexibility and potential roster moves, especially regarding top prospects like Junior Caminero.
- They mention an exhibition game between the Rays and the Red Sox in the Dominican Republic on March 9th.
- Mat discusses the emotional and physical toll on young athletes like Wander Franco, emphasizing the need for support and guidance.
- They criticize the quality of MLB uniforms, suggesting that improvements should be made.
- Mark and Mat highlight the Rays' success in developing front office personnel, contrasting it with other teams' experiences.
- They express excitement for the upcoming season and encourage fans to support the Rays.
- Uniforms - Will a new MLB Commissioner bring a fresh perspective on marketing
- Dominican Republic Spring Training game Boston Red Sox v Tampa Bay Rays
- What will happen to the Wander Franco millions. Spend it on Junior Caminero?
- X-Rays – Jake Cronenworth with the Padres, Mike Brosseau with the Royals and Matt Quartraro, Joey Wendle and gloveless love, Willie Adames in Milwaukee. Could Blake Snell come back with a 1-year contract with the Rays
- Tampa Bay Rays Front Office & Coaching Migrations subject for a future episode.
- Theo Epstein and the Red Sox
- Erik Neander & Andy Friedman building a successful team withray Stu Sternberg
- Competitive nature of hungry Tampa Bay Rays players this Spring Training
- 100 Game Winner this year?
Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch find more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_
Mark can be found on Twitter @TheBaseballBiz & at http://www.baseballbizondeck.com
Just remember to subscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.
BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and Spotify
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