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Blair & Barker Open the Back Leg Line
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Length:
53 minutes
Released:
Jan 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss the reported signing of Cuban pitcher Yariel Rodriguez - what could his role look like, either in the starting rotation or the bullpen? Baseball America's Kyle Glaser (5:55) joins to discuss his Rodriguez scouting report from both the World Baseball Classic with Cuba and from the NPB's Chunichi Dragons. Afterwards, they dive into the Back Leg Line (20:27) and answer some listener questions, including who comprises 'the core' of the team, why the off-season has gone slowly across the league, and where power hitting answers can still come from. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Released:
Jan 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Emergency Pod: Opening Day Cancelled...What's Next?: Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the news that MLB and the Players Association were not able to come to a labour agreement, and that the coming season's first two series have been cancelled as a result. They discuss the press conferences by Rob Manfred and Tony Clark, Manfred's path forward as commissioner, and players wanting to be treated as people instead of assets. Afterwards, they break down the major remaining issues, including the Competitive Balance Tax (CBT) and how both the players and owners view it very differently. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. by Blair & Barker