368 BaseballBiz On Deck Episode Show Notes
- Mark Corbett hosts solo while Mat Germain enjoys vacation in Nova Scotia.
- Mat continues following MLB trade deadline developments and shares updates on BlueSky.
- Recommendation to subscribe to Brent Cardy's new Substack, The Cardy Show, featuring Blue Jays analysis and baseball history. https://thecardyshow.substack
- Discussion of Brent Cardy's recent article examining Max Scherzer's future and postseason outlook.
- Lou Schiff's Miami Marlins endure a 12-game losing streak before taking three games from the Phillies.
- Brief look at the struggling New York Mets and upcoming Marlins-Mets series.
- MLB trade deadline preview including speculation surrounding Tarik Skubal, Luis Arraez, and starting pitcher movement.
- Rays top draft pick Grady Emerson makes his first visit to Tropicana Field and a rapid development path and possibility of reaching the majors within two years.
- Curtis Mead is traded from Washington to Boston in exchange for pitching prospect Connelly Early.
- Explanation of cupping therapy after Rays players are seen with circular treatment marks during batting practice.
- Rays continue leading the American League
- Update on Tampa Rays stadium negotiations and the latest City Council developments.
- Discussion of council members opposing forwarding stadium documents to the state.
- Mayor Jane Castor and stadium negotiation process.
- Commentary on Councilman Bill Carlson's criticism of the negotiations and his mayoral campaign.
- Reflection on the economic and community impact of keeping the Rays in Tampa.
- Mark encourages Tampa baseball fans to contact elected officials and support efforts to keep the Rays in the city.
- Recognition of Ken Babby for his public outreach and willingness to answer questions about the Rays' future stadium plans.
- Additional reaction to new comments from Bill Carlson following meetings with Ken Babby.
- Review of the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage in Rockford, Illinois.
- Congratulations to Ryan Woodward and the International Women's Baseball Center for hosting a successful international tournament.
- Teams competing include the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, China, and South Korea.
- Highlights from Team USA players and coverage available through streaming broadcasts.
- Inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League beginning in Springfield, Illinois.
- Players to watch Kelsie Whitmore, Danae Benitez, and Valerie Perez.
- Special replay of a classic interview with All American Girls Professional Baseball League players Sue Zipay and Lois Youngen. AAGPBL, Rockford Peaches, South Bend Blue Sox & Fort Wayne Daisies. Over 100 games a season
- Closing encouragement for listeners to support baseball at every level from youth leagues to professional baseball.
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