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BaseballBiz On Deck

@TheBaseballBiz

We cover the Business of Baseball, its history and how it operates. Interviews with Players, Agents, Owners, Scouts, Umpires, MLB, MLBPA, Major League, Minor League Sports Analysis. Music - Rocking Forward by XTaKeRux.

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59:56

RaysUp - Tampa Bay Rays - 2 Sweeps, Loss to Pirates &...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/04/20

Mark and Mat recap the Tampa Bay Rays' series against the Pittsburgh Pirates (a 2-1 series loss for the Rays), dig into minor league depth, the stadium situation, &preview the upcoming series vs. Cincinnati Reds. Rays vs. Pirates Series Recap Rays dropped rubber match, losing series 2-1 after executing two consecutive sweepsGame 2 (Rays win): Epic 13-inning rain-soaked comeback at PNC Park — one of the best games of the early seasonShane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen each had rough outin...

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49:37

A Visit with Josh Weaver to The Tampa Baseball Museum

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/04/16

Episode: The Tampa Baseball Museum with Josh Weaver Hosts: Mark Corbett & Mat Germain Guest: Josh Weaver, Curator of the Tampa Baseball Museum Episode Overview Mark and Mat sit down with returning guest Josh Weaver, curator of the Tampa Baseball Museum, to discuss the museum's history, community outreach, future modernization ideas, and the incredible depth of major league baseball talent that has come out of Hillsborough County, Florida. Key Topics Covered The Tampa Baseball Museum Locat...

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51:36

RaysUp - Tropicana Field Opening Day

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/04/07

BaseballBiz On Deck – Rays Tropicana Field Opening Day Hosts: Mark Corbett & Mat Germain Episode Overview Mark and Mat celebrate the Tampa Bay Rays' Opening Day at Tropicana Field — the first game played there in 561 days — breaking down the action on the field and the excitement surrounding the return. Topics Covered Opening Day at the Trop Sellout crowd of 25,114 — tickets going for $162 in the morning, up to $260 by early afternoonThe renovated Trop features a new single-layer roof let...

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45:58

Opening Week - Taking a bite of the First Baseball...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/04/02

First Baseball Fruits of the Season have fallen. There is still a whole orchard of games to be played. Josh Weaver joins Guest: Josh Weaver — Author & Curator, Tampa Baseball Museum joins Hosts: Mat Germain & Mark Corbett as we bite into the first week of the 2026 season. Opening Day Energy & Early Season Highlights The joy of highlights returning after the winter lullMLB's condensed games and YouTube Shorts expanding fan reachThe Dodgers making history with three consecutiv...

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28:20

RaysUP! Tampa Bay Rays, Game 1 - 161 games to go

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/28

Rays Opening Day Recap Drew Rasmussen's dominant first 5 innings vs. the Cardinals6th inning bullpen collapse (Ian Seymour, Gary Clevenger, Griffin Jax)Kevin Cash's managerial decisions — making the right moves that didn't pan outBen Williamson's 3-for-4 performance and the controversial pinch-hit substitutionOffensive highlights: Carson Williams (110 mph exit velo), Johnny DeLuca (108 mph)Junior Caminero's defensive concerns at third baseRays Roster & Former Rays News Jake Fraley's role ...

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62:14

Opening Day Night, WPBL Spring Training & the MLB,...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/26

BaseballBiz On Deck – Opening Day Night, WPBL Spring Training, & Polymarket Hosts: Mark Corbett & Mat Germain Opening Day Night MLB's decision to feature only one game on opening night (Yankees vs. Giants on Netflix)Frustrations with streaming blackouts and fragmented broadcasting across Netflix, Apple TV, NBC, and MLB TVComparison to how sports used to be freely accessible on broadcast TVThe case for having all 30 teams play on opening dayThe Game: Yankees vs. Giants Max Fried vs. Lo...

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60:24

Jean Cerra - Leader on Title IX and College Sports &...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/20

Jean Cerra — pioneering women's athletics administrator, one of 11 women who helped bring women's sports into the NCAA Summary: Jean Cerra shares her remarkable journey from playing sports at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy in Ybor City, Tampa, to becoming one of the most influential figures in women's collegiate athletics. Jean discusses the passage of Title IX in 1972, the battles to implement it, and the pivotal 1981 NCAA vote that opened Division I championships to wo...

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57:41

World Baseball Classic, Rays Stadium & New MLB Rules...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/17

Episode 344: WBC Energy, Rays Stadium Vision & MLB Rule Changes In this episode of BaseballBiz On Deck, Mark Corbett and Mat Germain dive into the excitement of the World Baseball Classic, the future of the Tampa Bay Rays, and a wave of controversial MLB rule changes. The duo opens with the electric atmosphere of the WBC—highlighting the passion, global energy, and standout performances like Junior Caminero’s breakout moment against elite pitching. They discuss why international play brin...

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43:59

2026 summer of Women's Baseball, World Cup, AAGPBL...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/16

Ryan Woodward joins the show to discuss the incredible slate of women's baseball events coming to Rockford, Illinois this summer, his ongoing Women's Baseball Heritage Trail project, and his recent research trip to Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts. The conversation covers the Women's Baseball World Cup, Baseball For All nationals, the All American Girls Professional Baseball League reunion, and the growing recognition of women in baseball history through statues, murals, an...

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57:06

Team USA WBC Confusion, Canada Surprises & Rays...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/12

Does it feel Like your tickets been punched for the USA? World Baseball Classic Confusion Team USA manager Mark DeRosa, “mis-spoke” about the tournament qualification scenario during the WBC Team USA’s uncertain path to the quarterfinalsThe importance of preparation for international tournamentsHow tournament formats and round-robin rules can create unexpected pressureMexico vs. Italy matchup implications for the USACanada’s Strong Showing in the WBC Mat highlights how Team Canada has exceede...

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50:05

Baseball Characters plus World Baseball Classic at...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/05

Spring Training - Florida Packed crowds & hot weather in DunedinThe Toronto Blue Jays faced Team Canada in an exhibition game ahead of the World Baseball Classic (WBC)Younger prospects & experimental lineupsWorld Baseball Classic Excitement The Dominican Republic - star-studded lineup loaded with major league talentJapan’s elite pitching depth Teams from Italy, Canada, Great Britain, & Australia bring intriguing storylines & young talentThe WBC highlights pride in c...

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41:39

Larry Rothschild - Part 2 - Relegation, Pitch Clock,...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/03/02

Could Relegation Work in Baseball? If MLB adopted a promotion and relegation system like European soccer Eliminates tanking$12 billion input into the leagueKeeps fans engaged all seasonExpands opportunities for new marketsChallenges include financial structure and the difficulty of transitionThe Pitch Clock and Modern Game Changes Rothschild discusses how the pitch clock has improved pace Pitch clock has changed the rhythm of the gameWhile fans seem to enjoy faster gamestraditional tempo...

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49:28

Larry Rothschild - Part 1 - World Series 2x winner &...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/02/28

Larry Rothschild - Full Baseball Guy - MLB Manager, Coach, Pitcher & Fan Rays History and Florida Baseball ConnectionsMeeting at the Tampa Baseball MuseumLighting the torch for the Devil RaysFlorida baseball ties: FSU, Marlins, Reds spring training, Tigers in LakelandBecoming the Devil Rays Manager - (Expansion Team Reality Check)Hiring process after the World SeriesExpansion draft preparation (or lack thereof)How much control managers really haveEvolution of managerial authorityWorking U...

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43:53

ABS changes - Tony Clark resigns - CBA alert - TB...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/02/19

Tony Clark resignsBruce Meyer – not a Puddy CatMinor Leaguers will they be at the forefront of CBA discussions$10 million plus salaried player may have different interests than the Minor LeaguersRule 5 Draft – need more flexibility and increase playRoster Size – 27 man roster throughout the entire season would give more Minor Leaguers the opportunity to make it to the showArbitration – can that period of time be shortenedNew blood at MLBPA leadership may change the conversation and animosity&...

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59:13

Phil Terrano, Spring Training Start, Youth baseball &...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/02/12

Mark & Matt welcome back Phil Terrano discuss the start of baseball season, Tampa Bay Rays, youth development, travel ball, injuries & the future of the sport. Spring Training Energy in Florida Pitchers & catchers reporting & a new baseball year across Florida & ArizonaTeams arriving & fans prepare for the seasonTampa Bay Rays Fan Fest outdoors this year as finishing touches continue inside the TropRays Talk and Uniform Buzz Possible return of the Rays’ road gray...

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39:32

Rays Stadium, Framber Valdez to Detroit Tigers,...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/02/05

In this episode of BaseballBiz On Deck, Mark Corbett and Mat Germain dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering the World Baseball Classic, MLB luxury tax realities, Rays stadium costs in Tampa, and the latest trade rumors involving the Pirates and Rays. With pitchers and catchers reporting soon, the conversation blends anticipation for the baseball season with serious questions about insurance, international tournaments, player safety, and league economics, along with several Tampa-specifi...

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39:15

Minnesota N'Ice, Rod Carew & The WBC

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/01/29

In this episode we weave together baseball culture and the moment we’re living in. From World Baseball Classic roster news to NL West outfield rankings. This episode also spotlights Rod Carew & salutes the good people of Minnesota in a time of adversity. World Baseball Classic Preview Pool A outlook in Puerto Rico featuring: Puerto Rico Canada Panama Cuba Colombia Team Canada updates: Freddie Freeman opts out for rest and recoveryJosh Naylor steps in as a lineup anchorBo Naylo...

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49:34

The Rays go to College with a stadium in Tampa

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/01/22

Rays Stadium looking for a New Edge in Tampa with HCC Hillsborough Community College Board of Trustees approve MOU with RaysMOU is a non-binding framework to explore possibilities.Discussion of campus location and its proximity to:Raymond James Stadium (Buccaneers)Steinbrenner Field (Yankees)Amalie Arena (Lightning)Community reactions, faculty concerns & housing cost questions.180-day timeline for the Rays to return with details.Governor comments on infrastructure support (but not direct ...

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39:28

Is $60 Million a year enough - what about the rest of...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/01/18

Mark Corbett and Mat Germain break down one of the most explosive stretches of MLB free agency in recent memory. With massive contracts, shocking signings, and widening payroll gaps, the duo digs into what these moves mean for competitive balance, player equity, and the future of Major League Baseball. From Kyle Tucker’s blockbuster deal with the Dodgers to the Mets’ smart pivot with Bo Bichette, this episode explores who’s winning, who’s losing, and why the system itself may be reaching a br...

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47:57

Hall of Fame, Andruw Jones, Ranger Suarez & Royals...

BaseballBiz On Deck ·

2026/01/15

Alex Bregman & Ranger Suarez signings & ripple effect across MLB teams, The art of sustaining a seasoned pitcher, HOF ballots, Bananas “Fans First” philosophy. Plus the impact on Royals players batting stats when Kauffman Stadium brings the walls in. Hall of Fame Debate: Andruw Jones & Voting Flaws Strong case for Andruw Jones as a Hall of Famer based on his elite defense (Willie Mays–level), & offensive productionCarlos Beltrán, Chase Utley, and Andy Pettitte highlights incon...

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