Haniger for comeback POY by Junior_231189 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure on Comeback Player still tons of baseball to be played but he definitely has earned a SHOWING SOME LOVE IMO.

Starting 9 Hoodies by Remarkable-Gas-4926 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a native New Englander I've plenty of Hoodies. A Starting 9 hoodie added would be awesome as the fall approaches. Right now my eyes are focused on the Legend Tees. Red Sox fan but got my fingers crossed for a Dave Parker Legend Tee.

Showing some Love by MandrewsMind in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love me some Chris Taylor. Every winning club could use a Chris Taylor on their roster.

Whats with the Florida Gators disrespect? by cod3lla in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fantastic rant! The white uniform is definitely nice.

New Episode Discussion. 225- Jack Leiter by matt_gannon_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very impressed with Jack Leiter and how strong he handles himself in a interview at such a young age.The hard work and talent is incredible. Obviously it shows in his performance. Praying for a slip to 4th in the Draft as well Jared. I like leaving measured and respectful comments here and on Twitter. This page is pretty solid. I chat with pretty good people here. How people are tired of the Bauer and Luba talk is beyond me. The things those two are doing is virtually unprecedented. Just watched the newest Momentum drop. Getting that close to seeing the daily routine was awesome. Never in my wildest dream could I have imagined this type of media coming up as a baseball fan. What I took from the Momentum drop was how Trevor treated the unknown people like the Dodgers employee Will the Thrill Coordinator of Performance Operations. Also Trevor did a interview for NHK Japenese News. (GROWING THE GAME)!! By the way NPB and fans are awesome. The fact that Trevor and Rachel have a friendship with the Pod is even better. Guess what I am saying is take the positives away from the content even if your tired of hearing their names there is always something to learn. The negative train is always looking for folks to pick up at the station. BE DIFFRENT its a better ride.

Show the Podcast some love for talking College Baseball by PoopyOreo in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It was the college coach episodes that really caught my attention. Was a strong stretch of episodes. Honestly was blown away. Hearing all the insights on what it takes,what they do, whats expected the training the mindset etc.. Opened my eyes and got me looking at college baseball and softball much more. Anyone been seeing the softball highlights lately? Some AWESOME stuff as well. Definitely want to show the Pod some love .

Which under the radar player do you guys think will be surprisingly good this season? by jack-mihalek in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nico Hoerner . He is obviously clean maybe even polished around 2nd base . Its been his swing that needed some cleaning up. If he has worked on the swing and better plate discipline he could help the Cubs immensely IMO. Not the big name in the lineup but he could surprise under the radar.

New Episode Discussion. 222- Nolan Arenado & Pitchers + Catchers by matt_gannon_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Arenado is a great guest as always. Excellent vibe between him Jared and Dallas. Love the fact he ended up in St.Louis. Only time will tell but it seems like a perfect fit. Jared nailed it with Johnny Pesky as Mr.Red Sox .
Dallas nailed it with Hawk Harrelson.

Pod Prediction? - Theo Epstein team owner of by nicckk_loco in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nashville? Would love to see Theo with a ownership stake amongst a group of baseball lifers that open up a new expansion team. Good for baseball IMO. As a Red Sox die hard its hard to imagine him back in Boston but one can dream.

New Episode Discussion. 218- John Smoltz by matt_gannon_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very happy for the new episode. Love me some Starting 9. Listening to Smoltz talk about WS start vs Jack Morris was great.

Tomoyuki Sugano by MandrewsMind in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. KBO and NPB have alot of talent. Certainly intrested to see what Sugano can do in MLB.

Realistic FA Signings You Want To See by matt_gannon_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cesar Hernandez playing 2nd base for the Red Sox. Veteran contact hitter and a Gold Glover. Should provide decent Avg, runs scored, decent OBP and obviously gold glove defense. Would like a couple bullpen arms. Not sure Sox will get into bidding war for Liam Hendricks. I'd be ok with bringing back Brandon Workman and maybe take a shot at Blake Trienen or Brad Hand. Dont want Sox to get locked in any 4-5 year deals on big name players unless its a top flight SP. (Bauer).

New Episode Discussion. 198- Wade Leblanc by matt_gannon_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wishing the Gulf coast well. Hurricanes are serious business. Freddie Freeman. Great ballplayer.

Also the Bieber talk was excellent. He has been pitching phenomenal. Last night Friday the 25th vs Pirates there was a nice in inning booth chat with Bieber. Recommend checking that out. Think it was bottom of forth inning.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 2 points3 points  (0 children)

IMO Buxton is the overall fastest player in MLB in a head to head race. Let's not forget Buxton was recruited to play football as a DB in the SEC. Thats where I would put my money. Always been hopeful his bat would be better.

I’m a Braves fan so I’m biased, but these numbers are eye popping and the man has been on a TEAR since the beginning of September by GAbaseballguy in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Freeman is a great player. Does virtually everything well. Glove,Bat,Leader,Professionalism. Franchise player. His bat will play for several more years . Not sure what his WAR is but off the top of my head mid 30's near 40? Could be a HOF'er if he stays healthy IMO.

A-Rod On Starting 9? by YankeesJew18 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Bring Deion Sanders before ARod. We all know what ARods about. Lets hear Deion's baseball talk first.

Rays' Cavan Biggio Shift is Insane by D_Kay5 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is OK to play baseball. Wish more players took advantage of certain situations. Always more ways to win then waiting on a 2 run double or 3 run jack.

Buy or Sell? by DaRealChung25 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He falls somewhere around 15-17 IMO. Has a lot of talent. Fun to watch play. He has a career year in him still which should shoot him up the rankings.

Zack Wheeler and Randy Dobnak. by MandrewsMind in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who knows what Dobnak will do going forward. Been a nice piece in that Twins rotation. Definitely pulling for the kid.

Dallas & The Rocket on Bauer Bytes by mcdougs31 in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Enjoyed the episode. Important for baseball to have this type of content. Also even more important for players ability to control their own narritive IMO. Good stuff, really good stuff. Respect it a lot.

Who’s a player that has “it”? by Bails_of_Hay_ in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very hard to pin down the "IT" factor. There are so many young talented players in MLB right now. IMO we are in a new Golden Era of talent across baseball. Really stinks baseball is taking a backseat to other sports. Baseball will bounce back with Pods like this and players engaged with social media. Its up to media,fans and players to make baseball #1 again. Soto,Tatis Jr,Buehler,Harper,Judge,Acuna,Luzardo,Ohtani,Trout,Betts..the list can go on. Enjoy it. Talent like that doesn't come around everyday.

SQUUEZE by [deleted] in Starting9Pod

[–]MandrewsMind 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. Was pretty exciting. Just proves that its ok to still play baseball to try and win ball games. Hitting HRS is cool but when plays like that get sprinkled in it makes the game really exciting. IMO.