Extra Bases with Bristol & Booth: Recent Episodes
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. David Stearns is reportedly joining the New York Mets organization. Is he the right man to lead the Mets' baseball operations? Ethan Salas is one of baseball's best prospects. Was he ranked too low at the start of the season. The Houston Astros are roughly a .500 team at home. Jeremy believes too many distractions during pregame may be a contributing factor. Contributing factor. Not the be all end all. And it's his opinion. No Astros player has told him this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. What's in store for the Area Code Baseball games now that Jeremy's Program 15 New Balance Future Stars series is partnering with Stack Sports? Why does Dusty Baker continue to start Martin Maldonado at catcher over Yanier Diaz? The 2023 trade deadline reinforced Jeremy's belief that teams should draft for 'high ceiling' in the first round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. Bristol tweet of "It's amazing the Astros fought Kyle Tucker to keep $2.5 million in their coffer" seemed to upset a number of Astros fans who chastised Bristol for not understanding the arbitration process. We also review Booth's past scouting report on Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Kevin Ginkel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. Jeremy Booth reviews the 2023 MLB Draft and is adamant the Astros drafted differently under new general manager Dana Brown. Plus, which current major league player would make the best broadcaster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. Jeremy Booth reviews the 2023 MLB Futures Game and hopes Astros fans don't blame the club's first half struggles on new general manager Dana Brown. Plus, why do some fans keep referring to a 'young core' when the players aren't young? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. Jeremy Booth gives credit to the Astros for still being in the thick of the AL West race, despite all their injuries. He also responds to someone twisting his words about the Astros difficulties on the road.. Bristol and Booth applaud Mets owner Steve Cohen for being patient while the club struggles in the National League East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. (This episode was taped before the Astros officially 'part ways' with general manager James Click) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:16-4:30 Reviewing the Astros' four-game sweep of the Yankees in the ALCS 4:31-7:45 Have the Astros extended their championship window 7:46-11:05 Position-by-position breakdown of Astros and Phillies ahead of the World Series 11:06-14:15 Does 'momentum' exist in the postseason? 14:16-26:40 Reviewing Jeremy's past scouting reports on Hoskins, Stanek and others playing in the World Series 26:41-28:30 Bryce Harper and the Phillies style of play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 1:00-13:29 How will baseball adjust to new rule changes, including the pitch clock and banning the shift 13:30-20:58 With arrival of Hunter Brown, #AstrosTwitter dismisses evaluation of Houston's farm system 20:59-23:00 Injury to 2022 first-round pick Drew Gilbert 23:01-24:21 Upcoming New Balance Future Stars Series events Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 0:16-3:22 What's new with the New Balance Future Stars Series 3:23-8:15 Did the Nationals get enough for Juan Soto and Josh Bell? 8:16-10:56 What is baseball executive David Post's middle name? 10:57-13:14 Do the Padres have enough pitching to contend for a World Series 13:15-16:45 Jeremy gives the Astros and 'A' for moves before trade deadline 16:46-20:39 Bigger surprise: Cubs keep Happ and Contreras or the Brewers dealing Hader 20:40-21:45 Thoughts on the passing of Vin Scully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 0:16-3:55 Jeremy's recent travels with New Balance Future Stars Series and to the All-Star Game for KHOU 11 3:56-6:52 Number of New Balance Future Stars Series 'extended family members' selected in 2022 Major League Baseball First-Year Draft, including Drew Gilbert 6:53-10:15 The player who changed the course of the 2022 Major League Baseball draft 10:16-14:12 Cam Collier is chosen 18th overall by the Reds 14:13-25:00 Astros sign high school outfielder Ryan Clifford, who MLB.com calls a 'Seth Beer with more athleticism.' Let's go back to Seth Beer being selected by the Astros over Noah Naylor in 2018.
league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players inn Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:01-2:30 Where's the podcast been? 2:31-6:29 Major League All-Star game 6:30-13:56 Will the draft ever return to June? 13:57-18:14 The Orioles recent hot-streak 18:15-21:09 Astros' starting pitcher Cristian Javier 21:10-24:00 The Astros storyline no once could have imagined? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. :15-7:01 The Astros, Yordan Alvarez agree to contract extension 7:02-10:51 More Black players chosen in first round of 2022 MLB Draft? 10:52-19:27 Jim Bowden's review of top prospect Cam Collier 19:28-25:24 Mark Appel may no longer be 'a bust?' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:16-13:34 The Houston Texans 'horizontal' stacking of prospects prior to NFL Draft. Do baseball clubs do the same thing? 13:35-18:00 The Astros are hiring more scouts than any club in Major League Baseball 18:01-27:00 MLB suspends Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:00-14:00 Kyle Boddy from Driveline is only interested in working as "AGM/GM/Special Assistant level, and won't consider anything below that." Jeremy says, 'Good luck with that.'
14:10-34:00 What's the point of a James Click vs. Jeff Luhnow debate?
34:01-43:00 The North Central Texas College player tackled by Owen Woodward of Weatherford College. Is Woodward's playing career over? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:16-1:09 Jeremy's workout schedule 1:10-6:48 Kershaw pulled during his perfect game 6:49-15:41 Souza defends the Astros players; considers Houston players as "scape goats" 15:42-18:41 Padres were not pleased with Giants' Dubon bunting for a base hit with a nine-run lead 18:42-21:28 Giants' Alyssa Nakken becomes first woman to coach on-field in MLB history 21:29-23:10 Which early season storyline has been most surprising for the Houston Astros? 23:11-27:36 2013 scouting report review: Catcher Jon Denney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 0:16-9:50 Carlos Beltran speaks about the Astros cheating scandal. Jeremy is not impressed by what Beltran said. 9:51-12:30 How much pressure was on the Astros' front office staff to win in 2017? 12:31-16:27 Over/under prop bets for 2022 Major League Baseball season 16:28-18:20 Number one question facing the 2022 Houston Astros 18:21-19:23 What is a scout looking for from the Astros in the first month of the season 19:24-24:58 Revisiting Jeremy's 2012 scouting report on Pirates RHP Chris Stratton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:15-3:15 Do the Astros owe the fans explanation for how the Carlos Correa situation played out? 3:16-7:00 What do Carlos Correa and Scott Boras have to say about Correa joining the Minnesota Twins 7:01-10:00 Why didn't the Astros sign Trevor Story? 10:01-12:55 Carlos Correa tribute videos include Bobby Heck 12:56-16:05 Rating the Twins acquisition of Carlos Correa 16:06-18:20 How much patience will the Astros have Jeremy Pena? 18:21-24:00 Is there another fiery leader on the Astros to take over for Correa 24:01-26:58 Booth's 2022 scouting report on Astros SS Jeremy Pena Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:15-6:40 Why is an International Draft holding up an agreement between the owners and players? 6:40-8:50 Anytime MLB says, "It's about the players," it's not about the players 8:51-13:19 MLBPA, in the past, has not shown much interest in protecting amateur players 13:20-17:30 Reaction to opinion article: Looking to place blame for the MLB lockout? You can start with the Houston Astros 17:31-19:24 Jeremy predicts agreement is reached by Friday, March 11
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:16-1:38 What's in Jeremy's photo album on his phone? 1:40-6:45 Reaction after no deal reached between MLB and MLBPA: What has surprised us? 6:46-11:03 Fans go after pitcher Lance McCullers for his since-deleted post on Twitter 11:04-12:40 Minor League teams announce they are open for business 12:41-18:40 When will the owners start feeling the pinch? Jeremy has an idea how may games the owners need to play 18:41-21:26 Past scouting report review: outfielder Billy McKinley from 2013
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-5:30 CBA negotiations
5:31-9:10 Jeremy's idea of revenue sharing
9:11-19:10 The hiring of Rachel Balkovec as the Yankees' new Class A manager and her background, according to Jason, makes her an ideal choice
19:11-24:05 Reaction from the Astros and MLB sources on Jeremy's opinion of Houston's new front office hires
24:06-29:00 Jeremy's 2012 report on Louisiana catcher Stryker Trahan
(This podcast originally aired January 12 on Twitter via Stream Yard)
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:17-3:40 Jeremy found his old Milwaukee Brewers minor league jersey
3:41-6:29 Astros hire Andrew Ball and Scott Powers as assistant general managers, two moves first reported by Jeremy
6:30-9:15 Jeremy is 'vastly' disappointed in the hires made by the Astros
9:16-12:05 Pete Putila's expanded role with the Astros & Houston's lack of diversity in new staff members
12:06-14:50 The Astros' front office - and in baseball - the lack of background diversity
14:51-16:25 What would be the Astros' reaction to Jeremy's comments about his disappointment with lack of diversity?
16:26-22:19 A football analyst's review of Jerry Rice vs. the wide receivers of today
22:20-26:57 Angels move front office member Ray Montgomery to bench coach role
26:58-27:30 Close
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-1:29 Introduction
1:30-8:37 Major league payrolls decreased by 4%, per documents obtained by Associated Press
8:38-15:13 Is the luxury tax worth a World Series championship or deep run in the playoffs?
15:14-30:14 Buck Showalter and Mark Kotsay are the right choices to manager the Mets and Athletics, respectively
30:15-36:10 Jeremy's 2011 report on Josh Bell
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:16-1:42 New platform for Extra Bases
1:43-5:44 Business during a lockout; Major League Baseball using different baseballs
5:45-12:15 A new idea to prevent 'tanking' from Jayson Stark. What do we think?
12:16-22:49 Is the Hall of Fame now turning into the 'Hall of Very Good?'
22:50-28:19 Brewers sign Jon Singleton
28:20-36:00 2015 Booth report flashback: Dillon Tate
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 0:14-2:15 Why Jeremy wanted new music for the podcast 2:16-7:16 The Rangers sign both Seager and Semien 7:17-14:45 This lockout come down to competitive balance 14:46-22:10 Why is Carlos Correa comfortable waiting for his big deal after the lockout ends? 22:11-22:40 The Cubs sign pitcher Marcus Stroman 22:41-30:40 The Astros are likely to add Sara Goodrum as team's Director of Player Development 30:41-32:00 What Jeremy miss about not attending Winter Meetings, since the Meetings have been canceled 32:01-33:20 The Red Sox add pitching right before CBA expires 33:21-34:18 More on new theme music
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-2:29 What we are thankful for.
2:30-7:00 Padres hire a 27-year-old hitting coach named Mike Brdar.
7:01-13:39 The lockout is looming as we get closer to December 1.
13:40-17:29 Correa and the deal Jeremy thinks Correa should take.
17:30-23:29 Is Jeremy's 2011 report on UConn outfielder George Springer the best report Jeremy has ever written?
23:30-26:59 Graveman to White Sox. Will he and Tony LaRussa need to chat?
27:00-29:14 Marcus Stroman and his next destination. Jeremy believes it may be the Angels.
29:15-35:00 Jeremy looks back on his Joc Pederson and Anthony Rendon reports from 2011 and how Jeremy was yelled at for his Pederson write-up.
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:15-1:20 Jason surprised the Verlander deal came together so quickly but Jeremy wasn't
1:21-2:00 What's on this podcast
2:01-6:30 What are the expectations for Verlander in 2022? Will he be able to pitch an entire season
6:31-10:15 Could Verlander have possibly pitched in 2021?
10:16-15:00 Will Verander be asked about reports some Astros players did not want him around the team during the postseason as he rehabbed elsewhere?
15:01-19:00 The Tigers interest in Carlos Correa and dining with A.J. Hinch
19:01-26:53 Correa on Derek Jeter and how Jeter doesn't deserve his gold gloves
26:54-30:10 Mets announce the hiring of Billy Eppler
30:11-34:31 Review of player No. 166 on his 2013 scouting board: Raph Rhymes, outfielder from LSU
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-2:00 New approach to the Extra Bases podcast
2:01-5:15 Justin Verlander and possible suitors for his services
5:16-7:05 Will Verlander receive a multi-year deal with AAV higher than his Astros' qualifying offer?
7:06-10:50 The Angels' location: Could that be a deciding factor for Verlander? Why does Jeremy believe the Mariners will be in play?
10:51-18:30 Choosing some of the Major League Baseball's major award winners
18:31-21:00 Early signing period and Jeremy's prospects & Silas Ardoin
22:21-29:30 Jeremy is still upset by a scout Ben Coleman's evaluation of Jon Duplantier, who later reached the bigs with Arizona
29:31-33:08 Bottom of the board: Jeremy's 229th ranked player in 2015 was Matt Eureste of Oregon.
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unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:25-2:20 Bristol's mistake: he didn't record previous version of this podcast
2:28-3:15 Carlos Correa free agency: is a Houston support group needed?
3:16-9:29 Why bringing back Dusty is the right move; and whether making the World Series is 'progress?'
9:30-14:58 Yuli Gurriel is returning to Houston. There's no way he's part of plan to possibly replace Correa on the left side of Astros' infield
14:59-17:44 Game 4 was the turning point of the World Series
17:45-22:01 Where does Houston's loss in Game 6 rank among bad losses in closeout games? The Astros hit two home runs in the World Series. How many other teams have hit two and how did they fare?
22:02-29:30 What happened to the last guy ranked on Jeremy's 2012 scouting report list? Matt Snyder was a 1B for Ole Miss and was drafted by the Yankees.
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:15-2:00 Big takeaway from Astros' win over the White Sox in the ALDS
2:01-6:04 We're a long way away from America embracing the Astros
6:05-11:19 Carlos Correa's future after the season
11:20-23:55 Brent Strom gets emotional about Jeff Luhnow not being around to see the Astros' fifth-straight berth in ALCS.
23:56-28:25 Breaking down the ALCS (before news that Lance McCullers had an MRI)
28:26-32:30 Jeremy's 2012 report on Max Muncy
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:30-5:00 Future major leaguers playing in the New Balance Future Stars Series Main Event
5:01-8:00 Experienced managers leading their teams to the postseason
8:01-18:15 Jim Kaat on the current state of pitchers and pitching coaches; Jeremy on the departure of Kyle Boddy from the Reds
18:16-21:21 Banning the shift in Double-A made no significant difference in outcomes, according to Baseball America report
21:22-24:00 Greinke coming out of the Astros' bullpen
24:01-28:25 Is the Cleburne Railroaders of the American Association 'historic' partnership with the Sydney Blue Sox of the Australian Baseball League a joke?
28:26-35:45 Booth's past scouting report: James Kaprielian and was a line on his report a joke?
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 0:16-9:59 Jake Odorizzi is furious after getting an early hook
10:00-14:15 Anonymous fan on Twitter is done with Odorizzi
14:16-21:40 Derek Jeter is part of two of the greatest modern day draft stories
21:41-25:56 Bristol reconsiders his premise that Jeter to Astros wouldn't have changed Houston's trajectory
26:00-28:00 Shout out to Houston Apollos of American Association
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-1:16 Bristol's new podcast setup for this episode
1:17-4:44 Reaction to Jeremy's comments about Phillies' minor league hitting coordinator Jason Ochart
4:45-6:45 The Phillies' recent woes in player development
6:46-12:00 Will the Phillies properly develop first-round pick Mick Abel?
12:01-14:00 Phillies' draft success under Mike Arbuckle
14:01-17:59 Jeremy's signature event for New Balance Future Star Series is moving to Citi Field, home of the New York Mets
18:00-25:08 Mets' acting general manager Zack Scott arrested for DWI (He later pleads not guilty)
25:09-30:00 Esquire magazine endorses: the baseball fight
30:01-31:21 Bob Boone is reportedly no longer with Nationals due to COVID-19 vaccine requirement
31:22-37:45 Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on Rangers relief pitcher Taylor Hearn
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-4:14 Carlos Correa's future and how he wants to win one more title in his 'last year' with the Astros
4:15-7:30 Will we find out Alex Bregman's injury is worse than anyone is letting on?
7:31-9:27 Carlos Correa, Wade Miley and WAR
9:28-14:00 Padres fire pitching coach this late in the season; the Mets firing Chili Davis earlier in the year
14:01-27:15 Philadelphia makes some major changes in its player development system. The Phillies' recent draft issues compared to the Astros.
27:16-30:30 Booth revisits his scouting report on Mike Soroka from 2015
30:31-32:56 One of the worst draft picks ever, according to Jeremy
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-2:45 Extra Bases is back to weekly podcast
2:46-10:11 Why have the Astros 'struggled' against teams like the Twins and Royals?
10:12-13:10 The idea of protection in a lineup is not a 'thing,' according to Zack Scott, the Mets' interim GM
13:11-15:00 Jack Morris suspended for Ohtani commentary
15:01-18:30 Bo Schembechler's first draft pick as team president of Tigers
18:31-27:35 Examining Jeremy's 2012 scouting report on Patrick Wisdom
27:36-39:50 Paul Spoljaric's kid is part of Jeremy's New Balance Future Star Series main event
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-5:15 Jeremy's seen 'Field of Dreams' how many times? Jason's never seen the movie.
5:16-14:14 Jason & Jeremy revisit Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on a current relief pitcher for the Houston Astros
14:15-22:45 Is Minor League Baseball unwatchable, as noted in a recent Baseball America article?
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-4:08 Did the Astros prove Jeremy wrong by trading for Kendall Graveman?
4:09-7:25 How was Click able to add Joe Smith to the Graveman deal?
7:26-9:04 Jeremy's comp for Abraham Toro is....?
9:05-11:40 Astros deal for Yimi Garcia from Miami Marlins
11:41-15:34 The Yankees moves for Gallo and Rizzo
15:35-20:00 Booth knows why Scherzer is OK heading to Los Angeles from Washington
20:01-23:05 Jeremy on Future Star Series and threats from a competitor?
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:18-1:29 Booth: "Was there a Draft and did the Astros participate?" Booth wonders where the 'impact' is in the Houston Astros' 2021 draft,
1:30-3:55 Booth on Astros' third round pick Tyler Whitaker: Todd Frazier or Jake Hager
3:56-5:45 Astros prospect Kory Lee's season so far at Double-A Corpus Christi
5:46-7:25 Booth on Houston's final pick in 2021 draft: Jackson Linn
7:26-10:55 James Click's role in Astros' draft philosophy and analytics use
10:56-13:11 Booth's biggest surprise of 2021 MLB Draft
13:12-14:20 Draft picks and deals already in place
14:21-23:25 Where will newly-signed players play with no Short-Season Class A? Booth compares Draft League results to his New Balance Future Star Series
23:26-32:25 Booth on Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias use of social media
32:26-33:10 Booth on Astros impact from 2021 draft
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:00-5:30 Jeremy discusses talent at his recent New Balance Future Stars Series events
5:31-10:05 Jeremy's responsibilities during event weeks
10:06-12:05 Bad weather in Louisiana and one prospect, Robby Snelling, 'fishing' outside the stadium
12:06-16:30 Corporate sponsorships in amateur baseball and New Balance being touted by another organization
16:31-18:25 Top prospects for 2021 draft from New Balance Future Star Series
18:26-20:35 Bristol on Ty Madden and Colton Cowser, two of the top collegians available in 2021 draft. Both attended Cy Ranch High School in Cypress, Texas.
20:36-21:59 The largest player available in 2021 draft
22:00-27:49 Major League Baseball decisions regarding the draft, MLB Draft League and combine are just as ridiculous now as they were when first announced by MLB, proclaims Jeremy
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:45-4:34 Reports of teams cheating or crossing the line: Are we tired of all this finger-pointing?
4:35-12:25 The Baltimore Orioles are accused of not taking providing adequate resources for their Double-A team, the Bowie Baysox, according to Advocates for Minor Leaguers. The advocacy group said it was told multiple players on the Baysox were considering sleeping in their cars after the club stopped paying for housing and offered hotels for 80% of the players’ home game paychecks. Bristol thinks its ridiculous
12:26-16:17 Jeremy challenges the setup of MLB's draft combine; as well as the Orioles' response to advocacy group's allegations
16:18-18:40 Jeremy reflects on the MLB debut of Houston's Dillon Thomas, who spent ten years in the minor leagues before being recalled by Seattle
18:41-24:48 Our reaction to Bryan Price leaving the game because of current state of professional baseball and development
24:49-32:30 Booth on New Balance Future Stars Series alumni participating in College World Series
32:31-34:45 What to expect from New Balance Future Stars Series draft combine for high school and college players in Sulphur, Louisiana
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-2:58 Jeremy gives Kyle Tucker credit for Tucker changing his approach at the plate
2:59-4:50 The Astros' hitting approach is one of the best in Major League Baseball
4:51-6:15 Astros pitching rotation & bullpen
6:16-16:44 The "sticky stuff in the game" is another scandal in the majors, according to a new Sports Illustrated article. Why hasn't Jeremy railed against foreign substances when mentioning the game's issues?
16:45-23:45 Jeremy notes how many of today's analysts grew up during the Steroid Era
23:46-30:53 Some Orioles fans are growing impatient with Baltimore general manager Mike Elias
30:54-33:40 Jeremy's 2015 scouting report on Tyler Nevin, son of former No. 1 overall pick Phil Nevin
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:17-2:30 - Jason revises his take on Tony La Russa and whether "arrogance" is needed to manage a big league club
2:31-8:50 Mickey Callaway placed on ineligible list. How did organizations let this alleged behavior occur?
8:51-17:05 Could the Astros have an advantage when it comes to signing veteran minor league free agents? Jason has a reason why after listening to Houston manager Dusty Baker
17:06-21:20 Minute Maid Park is 100% open and the Astros up-and-down series with the Dodgers
21:21-23:54 'Relievers are volatile' and why relief pitchers aren't meant to be consistent
23:55-26:42 Jeremy's 2015 scouting report on Carson Fulmer
26:43-30:43 Jeremy's definition of a 'respect report' and the politics inside the draft room (like those Jeremy experienced with the Mariners)
30:44-35:00 Jeremy praises Alex Bregman's growth and Bregman's 2021 season
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:10-3:40 Jeremy brings his 'gun show' to Extra Bases; Bristol and Booth fitness update
3:41-16:08 Tony La Russa and 'consequences' after Yermin Mercedes homering on a 3-0 pitch against a position player pitching
16:09-21:57 Reaction to Bristol tweet about Dusty Baker saying, "You know what the metrics don't do? They don't tell you how to get better."
21:58-27:21 Jim Henson, The Muppets, Trash Pandas and analytics
27:22-28:30 Thad Bosley and 'true outcomes'
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-1:14 One big takeaway from Astros-Yankees series
1:16-3:45 Which independent league would Jeremy play for in 2021?
3:46-6:25 Albert Pujols' legacy and where he could end up after being designated for assignment
6:26-8:37 Tony La Russa and knowing the rules in 2021
8:38-11:45 Could Pujols sign with another AL West club?
11:46-17:00 Receiving in Minor League Baseball. It's bad, according to Baseball America's J.J. Cooper. Plus, a softball instructor blocked Jeremy on Twitter.
17:02-19:45 Jeremy's high on Astros' Double-A catcher Scott Manea
19:46-23:09 The Astros shifting mistake Thursday against New York
23:10-28:00 Astros sit Kyle Tucker on Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. Is Tucker the victim of 'bad luck' as many Houston fans seem to believe?
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-9:30 Jeremy's brush with a stubborn bovine while scouting Louisiana and Texas
9:31-12:15 Jeff Bridich is out as Rockies' general manager
12:16-26:00 The MLB Draft League won't work, Jeremy and others believe. He has an idea on how to fix it
26:01-31:05 Jeremy's 2015 scouting report on Angels pitcher Patrick Sandoval
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:16-2:00 Jeremy's encounter with an Astros lawn ornament
2:01-7:30 Jason expands on Jeremy's "aircraft carriers" mantra and how it applies to the 2021 Astros
7:31-9:13 The Oakland A's dig themselves out of a small hole
9:14-11:59 Corbin Burnes' historic start. Did Jeremy scout Burnes when Corbin was an amateur?
12:00-14:59 Number one overall picks are rarely become top players of draft class
15:00-18:44 Saint Mary's baseball in 2015 produces two big leaguers
18:45-21:59 Jeremy's 2015 scouting report on Kolby Allard and Allard's big league comp
22:00-23:10 Is Jeremy joking about some of his former colleagues?
23:11-24:50 Derek Bell and 'Operation Shutdown'
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-2:39 Depth is the issue for the Astros during Houston's losing streak
2:40-5:50 Bristol's biggest concern: starting pitching. Starting pitching has been an issue thus far
5:51-13:05 Houston played Detroit this same day they placed five players on Il due to Health & Safety. McCullers didn't think the Astros should have played
13:06-15:00 Houston called up several minor Leaguers. Should they perform well, could it interest other clubs?
15:01-19:00 Kyle Tucker and the 'swing-and-miss' state of baseball
19:01-24:49 Rule changes coming to the Atlantic League
24:50-29:50 Looking back at Jeremy's 2012 scouting report on Ross Stripling and which players the Mariners selected
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:30-4:10 Does MLB care whether fans are obeying mask rules at the ballpark?
4:11-7:00 It was vital for the Astros to get off to great start in 2021
7:01-8:55 Have the A's already played themselves out of a playoff spot?
8:56-13:00 Biggest surprises thus far in Major League Baseball
13:01-15:00 Jeremy's past scouting report on Adam Frazier
15:01-28:07 The Mariners' 2013 Draft still eats at Jeremy because of the 'comical' process of how some of the picks went down
28:09-30:55 Jeremy scouting Mike Trout & Gareth Morgan
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:15-3:22 Opening Day memories
3:23-9:21 Jeremy's short-lived fight against the Commissioner's Office & playing for St. Paul Saints
9:22-21:29 Addressing Bristol's three biggest concerns facing the 2021 Houston Astros
21:30-25:30 Why Ted Williams' The Science of Hitting is one of Jeremy's favorite books
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-3:59 Reaction to Lance McCullers reported contract extension of 5 years, $85 million
4:00-7:09 McCullers' new AAV rank among major league starters
7:10-12:59 Astros reportedly offer extension to Carlos Correa. Does the club know $120 million is likely not enough?
13:00-16:59 The Padres' contract with Fernando Tatis Jr. Will it impact Correa's decision?
17:00-22:59 A quick review of the 2021 Sports Illustrated season preview
23:00-30:00 Booth provides a former pro athlete perspective on Deshaun Watson situation
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-1:30 Future Stars Series alumnus Bo Naylor homers; how many teams would take Seth Beer over Naylor
1:31-4:39 Reaction after Rangers announce 100% capacity for their home opener
4:40-8:59 New rules coming to Minor League Baseball: How does Jeremy feel about the changes?
9:00-12:06 High-A step-off rule? Are fans actually asking for that?
12:07-12:48 Is there a bright spot to new rules in MiLB?
12:49-15:37 Will the new rules encourage more stolen bases?
15:38-17:51 High-A step-off rule: Jason doesn't understand it
17:52-21:45 Why does Jeremy engage so many Twitter users who tell him 'Adapt or die?'
21:46-25:00 There's no such thing as true outcome in baseball, argues Jeremy
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:20-1:39 Booth's typical March scouting schedule
1:40-3:00 Framber Valdez and his fractured finger
3:01-5:43 What role does the ring finger play in throwing pitches?
5:44-8:20 Which pitchers will play a bigger role in Astros' rotation?
8:21-12:45 No universal DH or expanded playoffs in 2021
12:46-17:40 Astros prospect Pedro Leon is spending time at shortstop. Versatility is great; but Bristol wonders if there's another reason - and it's not good for Astros' fans.
17:41-25:00 Korey Lee is playing other positions, too. Booth says, "I told you so."
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:15-6:55 Remembering Hank Aaron
6:57-10:29 Was Toronto the right spot for George Springer?
10:30-12:16 How will the Astros replace Springer?
12:17-15:25 Re-signing Michael Brantley: An absolute must for Houston?
15:26-20:20 The Astros have added Jason Castro. He will invaluable in 2021, according to Bristol
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
00:27-2:30 George Springer fits with the Blue Jays
2:31-4:25 Best non-tendered players in MLB
4:26-12:12 Why is taking so long for teams to fill open general manager positions
12:13-24:19 Realignment of Minor League Baseball
24:20-37:30 Will a 'MLB Draft League' actually work?
37:31-45:00 Jeremy establishes Future Stars Series Foundation (https://futurestarsseries.com/future-stars-series-foundation/)
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. On this edition, Booth and Bristol examine Jeff Luhnow's interview with a Houston television station. Booth is not swayed by any of Luhnow's arguments. "Everything he did from start to finish was about plausible deniability," said Booth. "It was like, 'It's not my fault.'" Booth reiterates the former general manager of the Houston Astros was not punished harshly enough. Watch: https://youtu.be/dL_Jz-t1jvM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast. 00:15-5:44 Social justice protests around baseball & Jeremy's reaction to New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen discussed Rob Manfred's handling of protests around the league 5:45-8:40 The development of Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker 8:41-14:45 Is there an all-out assault on professional scouts and player development personnel? 14:46-23:06 Catcher receiving the ball on one knee. Why is this topic on Twitter upsetting Jeremy so much?
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:16-2:34 Jeremy's summer with New Balance Future Stars Series
2:35-4:29 Biggest surprises thus far in MLB
4:30-7:29 What's wrong with Jose Altuve?
7:30-11:16 Dusty Baker: Manager of Year candidate
11:17-17:00 Best scouting departments in baseball? One writer has a list.
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:51-2:51 "They didn't do anything near what the Astros did," explains Jeremy Booth. Examining the Red Sox punishment from Major League Baseball versus the Houston Astros' discipline.
2:52-5:24 The Red Sox passed along MLB's instructions and that's a big difference, says Jason Bristol
5:25-8:09 Did the Boston players not know they were breaking the rules?
8:10-11:40 Minor League Baseball contraction
11:41-18:22 What's inside Jeremy Booth's scout school, a program he's developing. "It will be affordable," he says.
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KHOU 11 Sports Anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth provide their unique perspective on the Houston Astros, big league baseball and scouting amateur and professional players in this regularly scheduled podcast.
0:30-3:45 Examining MLB's options for the 2020 season
3:46-5:20 Could there be a date in which baseball will decide not to play in 2020
5:21-8:25 Bristol likes the idea of a shortened season; could make sport more compelling
8:26-12:42 Why is the media only now putting a microscope on past Houston drafts under Jeff Luhnow regime
12:43-14:19 Astros will likely have issues after 2020
14:20-16:30 What's it been like for Jeremy planning New Balance Future Stars Series events during COVID-19 pandemic?
16:31-17:44 Booth pushes panic button Astros outlook during August 12, 2018, airing of SportsExtra
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00:41-2:47 Breaking down the 'argument' that all teams steal signs and that Major League Baseball believes the Red Sox and Yankees are untouchable
2:48-4:44 Will the 2018 Red Sox be disciplined?
4:45-5:35 Astros owner Jim Crane and the culpability of Houston's front office
5:36-11:11 Will Dusty Baker's unfamiliarity with the players hurt Houston early in the 2020 season? How will Houston's win-now approach mesh with James Click's long-range plan
11:12-11:54 Jeremy has heard the Astros have a mandate: hire more scouts
11:55-14:38 Thank goodness for Houston's international scouting group because without it, the Astros would be in big trouble
14:39-17:47 Will the Astros have any players voted into the All-Star game?
17:48-20:14 Booth believes the Astros should have traded George Springer before MLB report was issued because the system is missing high-ceiling impact prospects (also discusses Seth Beer)
20:15-20:59 How will the Astros deal with the vitriol from opposing fans?
21:00-26:00 Are the Angels and A's in position to overtake the Astros in the AL West?
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Jeremy Booth and Jason Bristol return for 2020 with this first podcast of season three in which the two address everything relating to the Houston Astros' cheating and sign-stealing scandal.
00:45-6:20 Jeremy Booth on MLB's punishment for the Astros and Houston's systemic culture issue. Jeremy believes the Astros' punishment was 'light'
6:21-13:08 Booth reacts to MLBPA head Tony Clark's comments on technology and culture
12:09-20:10 Sign-stealing payoff? Alex Bregman's monthly splits from 2017 and his future; impact on opponents
20:11-23:27 Astros front office culture and working conditions within the Houston organization
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0:45-5:32 Three biggest issues facing the 2020 Houston Astros
5:33-8:30 Jason's favorite available free agent: Drew Pomeranz
8:31-15:52 What happens if the mystery surrounding the Astros' sign-stealing saga isn't over by spring training?
15:53-19:00 Forrest Whitley: can be counted on in 2020?
19:01-21:20 Yordan Alvarez and the 'sophomore slump'
21:21-22:02 Jeremy's message to Houston baseball fans
(Editor's note: This podcast was recorded on November 21, 2019)
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Jason and Jeremy analyze the Astros' sign stealing saga and Major League Baseball's current investigation into the matter.
1:15-3:10 Guessing when MLB will wrap up its investigation?
3:11-8:25 History of baseball scandals
8:26-11:15 Will the investigation hamper Astros' pursuit of free agents
11:16-20:04 How has industry reacted to Jeremy's SportsExtra comments
20:05-22:38 Which is more likely: the alleged sign-stealing system originated with a player or the front office
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Its a special Extra Bases podcast on the field after the Astros clinch the ALDS with a 6-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays with Jason Bristol, Jeremy Booth and KHOU 11 anchor/reporter Matt Musil.
This podcast includes analysis of the series as well as postgame interviews with Gerrit Cole, Carlos Correa, Michael Brantley and Justin Verlander.
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Jason and Jeremy analyze the first week of the ALDS and baseball playoffs.
0:30-4:40 What scares you most about the Tampa Bay Rays?
4:41-6:11 Importance of winning Game 1 with Justin Verlander
6:12-10:01 Picking the other Divisional Series
10:02-10:45 Three reasons why the Astros will win the ALDS
10:46-12:01 Three reasons why the Astros may lose the ALDS
12:02-17:43 How the Rays are unorthodox
17:44-23:41 Why the Astros and Rays don't make deals with each other
23:42-24:46 Rays past drafts
24:49-30:55 Preview of league award winners and managerial changes
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Extra Bases is back in full swing after Jeremy returns from Fenway Park and New Balance Future Stars Series International Week:
00:40-1:35 Jeremy sums up New Balance Future Stars Series International Week in two words
1:40-2:25 Major League teams attending International Week
2:26-4:18 Reviewing the American League pennant winners; Oakland A's success led by General Manager David Forst
4:19-6:44 Carlos Correa's back woes
6:45-9:31 Our belief that Toro should be on the postseason roster, even before Correa's back issues
9:32-12:16 Which one should the Astros re-sign: George Springer or Gerrit Cole?
12:17-19:34 Jeremy can't stop replaying the 2011 First-Year Draft; how he fell in love with Anthony Rendon
19:35-23:00 Should baseball broadcasters mention when a no-hitter is in-progress?
23:01-25:46 Jeremy's personal JUCO experience with a no-hitter and teammate Keith Ginter
25:47-30:13 The biggest threat to the Astros during the postseason?
30:19-31:26 Answering listener question: which players make the postseason roster?
31:27-33:15 New Balance Future Stars Series International Week & alumnus Grayson Rodriguez
33:16-36:05 Top prospects at New Balance Future Stars Series International Week
36:06-43:24 High-character prospect: pitcher Mick Abel and Abel honoring his commitment
43:25-46:00 Jeremy's message to prospects at New Balance Future Stars Series International Week
46:01-48:40 More top prospects at New Balance Future Stars Series International Week
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/Mb7Vudd0P_U
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Topics discussed on this episode of Extra Bases with Bristol & Booth, include:
00:35-3:20 Jeremy prepares for New Balance Future Stars Series International Week; highlights shortstop Kristin Munroe, 15, from the Bahamas
3:21-5:45 Scouting motto "Let it come to you, let the bodies come to you"
5:46-7:25 Injury to Brewers OF Yelich
7:26-12:20 What could the Astros do to try and figure out what's wrong with Wade Miley?
12:21-18:20 Brooklyn Bridegrooms and Pete Rose becomes the 'Hit King;' Jeremy following the Red Sox and Yankees on the scouting trail
18:30-21:16 Playoff debate: Toro or Tucker on the Astros' postseason roster
21:20-25:35 Assessing Kyle Tucker's at-bats during his second stint with the Astros
25:36-27:39 What about Preston Tucker, Kyle's older brother?
27:40-29:44 Former Mariners prospect D.J. Peterson vs. Kris Bryant. Peterson now playing for Sugar Land Skeeters
Watch the entire epsiode: https://youtu.be/5n2JVFkg_Cc
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On this episode of Extra Bases:
0:20-4:21 Previewing New Balance Future Stars Series International Week, featuring the top amateur prospects in the world, to be played in September
4:22-6:15 Reviewing past International Week participants who were picked the first round of First-Year Player Draft
6:16-7:57 Jeremy's game plan for hosting International Week & fulfilling the needs of major league teams in attendance
7:58-12:28 The process teams go through in deciding which players are called up when rosters expand on September 1; assessing at-bats for both Josh Reddick and Kyle Tucker during the month of September
12:29-13:20 Reddick using a towel drill to snap out of a slump
13:21-16:01 Cardinals fire popular assistant hitting coach Mark Budaska
16:02-20:33 Jeremy defends Orioles GM Mike Elias for dismissing 11 scouts
20:34-25:34 Jeremy hears the Astros may be looking into hiring 'traditional' scouts again
25:35-28:59 Why all of baseball feels for Blake Bivens, who's wife and son were killed in Virginia
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/vZuoe33KROU
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This week's episode of Extra Bases with Bristol & Booth examines everything newsworthy involving the Astros, Justin Verlander and Major League Baseball.
00:25-1:10 Jeff Passan's report on gas station sexual-enhancement pills and the warning from Major League Baseball
1:11-3:01 How Ryan Pressly's injury and surgery affects the Astros
3:02-6:02 The Astros have recalled Abraham Toro. Why is Kyle Tucker still in the minors?
6:03-8:22 Kyle Tucker's situation reminds Jeremy Booth of former top prospect J.D. Drew
8:23-12:01 Tucker will play in a regular role when he's ready and the Astros know Tucker best
12:02-15:24 Abraham Toro is the latest find by scout Jim Stevenson
15:25-17:00 Scouting the junior college ranks
17:01-27:22 How the Houston Astros handled Justin Verlander's issue with a Detroit beat writer is not a good look for the Astros
Watch in the entire episode: https://youtu.be/d82fFG4ovY4
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It's a special 'Relievers Are Volatile' edition of Extra Bases with Bristol & Booth.
0:20-3:02 What's wrong with Roberto Osuna?
3:03-5:24 Have the Astros diagnosed what's wrong with Osuna?
5:25-6:47 How would Jeremy Booth the catcher approach a reliever about that reliever's struggles
6:48-9:27 Leftovers from the Astros-Diamondbacks trade involving Zack Greinke, Seth Beer, J.B. Bukauskas, Josh Rojas and Corbin Martin, via Jeremy's scouting sources
9:28-11:57 Jeremy's a 'bitter' ex-scout, according to Twitter
11:58-16:09 Drafting in the back of the first round limits a team's ability to re-stock its farm system
16:10-19:33 Beer and Bukauskas in the Southern League vs. Texas League
19:34-22:24 Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on Oakland Athletics' prospect A.J. Puk
22:25-25:56 Jeremy's work 'suit' and what Jeremy needs to do for his television work on KHOU 11 News and Sports Extra
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/HCTmi_XVVXM
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Jeremy and Jason take an inside look at the Astros' deals before Major League Baseball's trade deadline on July 31.
00:15-3:43 Instant reaction to the Zack Greinke trade with Arizona
3:45-6:40 Would you rather have Greinke or duo of Keuchel and Morton?
6:41-7:25 Greinke's impact late in postseason games
7:26-11:29 How did the Astros get three players from Toronto Blue Jays
11:30-12:33 Preferred means of communicating for front offices leading to deadline
12:35-14:07 Greinke's deal happens two minutes before deadline
14:08-15:17 Arizona's haul of Beer, JB Bukauskas and Corbin Martin
15:18-18:20 Prospects behind Kyle Tucker and Forrest Whitley
18:21-21:02 Martin Maldonado's role with Astros
21:03-23:59 Are the 2019 Astros better than 2018 Astros?
24:00-25:11 Other deadline winners in the American League
25:12-25:50 Grading Jeff Luhnow's effort on deadline day
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/-kPbR2615w4
Watch Jeff Luhnow's news conference: https://youtu.be/_UosZq0K-DQ
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0:45-8:10 Jeremy Booth responds to Astros fans on Twitter who criticized Jeremy for saying the Houston minor league system is 'empty'
8:11-12:55 Jason Bristol provides examples of Booth praising the Astros moves
12:56-25:52 Jeremy Booth responds to Astros fans on Twitter who criticized Jeremy for saying the Houston minor league system is 'empty' and called his take 'inaccurate.'
25:53-30:05 Moves involving Tyler White and Tony Kemp
30:06-34:30 Which teams should sell and which teams should buy at the trade deadline
34:31-38:30 Which pitcher should the Astros target: Bumgarner, Bauer, Stroman or Mike Minor?
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/wgOBF8utqvc
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On this episode of Extra Bases, Jason Bristol and Jeremy Booth digest the latest news and rumors involving the Astros.
00:45-12:10 Is this the most worrisome period for Astros fans since the start of the 2017 season?
12:15-14:12 Jeremy defends the Astros bonus allocation from 2019 draft
14:13-20:34 Highest probability to win World Series, per Baseball-Reference.com
20:35-23:39 Which player would Jeremy acquire at trade deadline?
23:40-28:40 Scouting report flashback from 2015: Mike Yastrzemski
28:41-33:55 Review of New Balance Future Stars Series 2020 Nationals Week in Cypress, TX
Watch entire episode online: https://youtu.be/Bi8qYF01dLA
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Bristol and Booth are in-studio for the recording of podcast on July 3, 2019.
1:00-8:58 Report: Astros are interested in Matt Boyd. Should Houston finally part with Kyle Tucker?
8:59-13:36 The Astros lack of pitching depth is now apparent, says Booth
13:37-19:01 Kyle Tucker's immediate future with Houston. Will he still be a member of the Astros organization on August 2?
19:25-23:48 Booth on the deaths of Louisiana-Lafayette head coach Tony Robichaux and Tyler Skaggs
23:50-32:45 Jeremy’s 2015 scouting report on Infielder David Fletcher, now a member of the Angels
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/3CXHg0RKxeM
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Extra Bases with Bristol and Booth returns with a focus on fan safety; Justin Verlander's penchant for allowing home runs; the biggest surprises in Major League Baseball and, of course, another deep dive into the Houston Astros' 2019 draft class.
0:30-7:00 Fan safety and Chicago White Sox increasing netting to foul poles. Bristol can't stand some fans' 'tough guy' attitudes
7:01-11:05 Why is Justin Verlander allowing so many home runs in 2019
11:06-11:53 Jeremy's biggest surprise in 2019: Chicago White Sox
11:54-12:40 Jason's biggest surprise in 2019: Lucas Giolito
12:41-14:40 Jeremy recalls scouting Giolito, the high school pitcher
14:42-19:59 Developing young pitchers like Giolito
20:00-33:05 Has Jeremy's view of the Astros' 2019 draft class changed, given the how Houston allocated the club's bonus pool?
33:06-38:29 Astros prospect Seth Beer is struggling against left-handed pitching. Will he simply be a platoon player?
Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/PIHDdBzfw2w
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Extra Bases is back with its post-draft edition. Like last year, former big league scout Jeremy Booth is less than enthused with the Houston Astros' efforts.
0:40-2:48 Braves reportedly sign Dallas Keuchel. Did Keuchel overplay his hand?
2:50-3:44 Jeremy Booth is baffled by Astros' drafting philosophy
3:45-7:20 Booth dissects Astros' first round choice, Cal catcher Korey Lee
7:21-23:04 Are the Astros' recent drafts 'underwhelming?'
23:05-24:49 Kory Lee in the Northwoods League
24:50-27:26 2019 draft picks from Program 15/New Balance Future Stars Series; Indians select Daniel Espino in first round
27:28-31:12 Flashback: Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on Trey Mancini
31:13-34:30 Astros 2019 draft and more on Lee
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KHOU 11 News anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth are back to discuss all things baseball, with a focus on the Houston Astros.
0:40-5:40 the impact of Carlos Correa rib fracture
5:41-9:34 Do the Astros have enough depth to remain the first place
9:35–10:51 Jeremy’s report on Jack Mayfield
10:57-11:52 Astros rotation behind Verlander and Cole
11:53-13:52 Jeremy’s review of Corbin Martin
13:57-14:52 MLB Draft preview
14:53-17:38 Astros preference in first round
17:39-18:56 Cy Ranch pitching prospects JJ Goss and Matt Thompson
18:57-21:20 Prep pitching prospect Daniel Espino
21:21-24:06 San Jacinto College pitcher Jackson Rutledge, the top JUCO prospect in nation
24:07-28:11 Bristol’s must-pick for the Astros later in the draft
28:12-29:53 Reaction to how rain impacted Mike Trout’s draft status
29:54-36:05 MLB moving away from Trackman
36:06-39:11 Jeremy reviews his 2015 Garrett Stubbs scouting report
39:12-40:54 Top draft prospects from Jeremy’s New Balance Future Star Series’ International Week event
40:55-41:52 Jason’s Baseball America admission on publication’s recent format change
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KHOU 11 News anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth are back to discuss all things baseball, with a focus on the Houston Astros.
0:00-4:30 Astros offense one of the best ever?
4:40-8:00 Corbin Martin: Long-term answer in the rotation
8:05-9:05 Jeremy scouting Corbin Martin
9:10-14:00 Will the Rays make an in-season deal to bolster team
14:01-17:20 Listener question: When will Astros cut to cord on Tyler White?
17:25-21:30 Scouts' takes on Astros prospect Yordan Alvarez
21:31-23:00 Booth scouting report flashback: 2015 report on Scott Kingery
23:05-24:25 Evaluating prospects whom play multiple positions
24:45-29:10 Program 15 introduces 'world combine'
29:15-31:30 Tackling the bathroom baseball trivia book
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Bristol and Booth are back and recording at the KHOU 11 News studio in Houston.
0:45 Barstool Sports praises Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on Tim Anderson
4:30 Tim Anderson's bat flip and the Royals' reaction
7:04 Measuring the Astros against the best, not the AL West
13:10 Biggest surprises thus far for Astros
15:15 Weak spot in Astros' batting order
17:00 What's wrong with some of baseball's aces?
19:43 What does it mean to a scout to have a report seen and praised by the public?
29:00 Reviewing Jeremy's 2013 scouting report on Dominic Smith
35:00 Reviewing the 2013 MLB Draft
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KHOU 11 anchor Jason Bristol and former major league scout Jeremy Booth discuss all things free agency and 2019, prior to the Houston Astros announcing Lance McCullers Jr. is out for the season after undergoing elbow surgery.
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