SABRcast with Rob Neyer

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Episode 161: Rich Waltz: A ball guy's journey in the broadcast booth May 09, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by broadcaster Rich Waltz. The pair discus Rich's observations of the game throughout his successful stops around Major League broadcast booths. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 160: Kostya Kennedy: Four Seasons of Truth in One Episode May 02, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Kostya Kennedy. Rob and Kostya discuss his latest book, "True: The Four Seasons of Jackie Robinson." The pair also discuss Kostya's other books on Joe DiMaggio and Pete Rose and how he brings a fresh perspective to the lives of well-known personalities. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 159: Jim Kaat: A Golden Life in the Game Apr 25, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Hall of Fame pitcher and long-time MLB broadcaster Jim Kaat. Rob and Jim discuss Kaat's book, "Good as Gold," his life in the game, and viewpoints on the current state of Major League Baseball. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend including a quick centerfield and quicker minor league games. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 158: Jim Allen: View of the Game from Japan Apr 18, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast, Rob Neyer is joined by writer, analyst, and Japanese baseball authority Jim Allen. The pair discuss Jim's long residence in Japan covering baseball and the insight he's gained into the game on both sides of the Pacific. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend, including another extremely talented young Japanese star. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 157: Tyler Kepner: The Game is Not Dead Apr 11, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by reporter and author Tyler Kepner. In Tyler's return appearance the pair discuss the narrative of baseball as a dying sport, new PitchCom technology and where the game stands after the lock out. Later in the show Rob gives voice to his inner monologue as he wraps up the show on his own with his winners of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 156: Andy McCue: Expansive Knowledge of Expansion Apr 04, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Andy McCue. The pair discuss Andy's work as a leading expert in baseball fiction and his new book, "Stumbling around the Bases: The American League's Mismanagement in the Expansion Eras." Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss how fans of AL rookies and rules are winners from the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 155: Dale Scott: Keeping Your Head When All Are Losing Theirs Mar 28, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by former MLB umpire Dale Scott. The pair discuss Dale's new book "The Umpire is Out: Calling the Game and Living My True Self" along with Dale's perspective on current challenges facing professional umpires. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 154: Alan Nathan: Dissecting the Science of Baseball Mar 21, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by professor and researcher Alan Nathan. As the foremost expert on the physics of baseball, Alan profiles those who pioneered the scientific look at the game and where the study of baseball physics is headed. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 153: Pedro Moura: How the Blue Do What they Do Mar 14, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author and baseball reporter Pedro Moura. The pair discuss Pedro's career history covering the game and his new book about the Los Angeles Dodgers, "How to Beat a Broken Game." Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

Episode 152: Jeff Katz: The Mayor of Baseball Town Mar 07, 2022

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On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author, and former mayor of Cooperstown, Jeff Katz. The pair also discuss Jeff's book, "Split Season 1981" and how the story of labor strife in 1981 has been repeated in many ways in baseball's current labor issues. Later in the show Rob is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush to discuss winners of the weekend. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast.

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