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Geoff Blum on the 2005 World Series, a Statue and 14 Seasons of Baseball

Sep 1st, 2021 1h 6m

White Sox folk hero, Geoff Blum talks title, trades and tributes on this episode of Major League Beginnings. Enjoy Geoff's ride over 14 seasons with six clubs. The highlight, his prolific game 3-run homer in the 2005 World Series against his fo

Preston Wilson on His 30/30 Season and the World Series

Aug 25th, 2021 1h 3m

All Star outfielder and World Series champ, Preston Wilson, joins the show.Preston shares his favorite stories from a 10 year, six team big league career, including what it was like following in the footsteps of his famous father, Mets legend M

Jim Edmonds Talks Tony La Russa, 'The Catch', and What's Next

Aug 18th, 2021 1h 9m

Eight-time gold glove winner, Jim Edmonds, a perpetual highlight reel, shares his amazing story. From “the catch” that put him on the map, to a World Series championship with the Saint Louis Cardinals, Jim’s got you covered like centerfield! He

J.T. Snow on His Six Gold Gloves and Switching Leagues

Aug 11th, 2021 1h 15m

Former Giants star, J. T. Snow talks magical postseason moments and a trophy case packed with awards! J. T. Tells us what it was like breaking in with the Yankees and learning from Don Mattingly. You won’t want to miss his stories including the

Family is Everything with Gary Matthews Jr.

Aug 4th, 2021 1h 16m

This week, the guys are joined by the gravity-defying, 2006 All-Star outfielder, Gary Matthews Jr. With 12 years in the big leagues, seven teams and THAT catch he made in 2006, Matthews Jr. has stories to tell. He also shares the impact and imp

Hall of Famer Craig Biggio

Jul 28th, 2021 1h 18m

Hall of famer, Craig Biggio joins the podcast. Biggio spent his entire 20 year career with the Houston Astros. The 7-time all star, had more than 3,000 hits and was the first player to be enshrined in Cooperstown wearing an Astros cap.See Priva

Luis 'Gonzo' Gonzalez on the 2001 World Series & 19 Years in the Big Leagues

Jul 21st, 2021 55m 32s

Arizona Diamondbacks hero, Luis “Gonzo” Gonzalez, joins the guys to talk about the epic 2001 World Series, the year a country in mourning watched his team topple the mighty New York Yankees.Luis takes you on a fabulously entertaining run throug

Jeff Frye AKA Certified Hitting Guru

Jul 7th, 2021 47m 3s

If you like hitting and social media stars, former big leaguer Jeff Frye is your man!Jeff tells us how he beat the odds against a 30th round draft pick and parlaying his opportunity into an eight year major league career that included hitting f

Geoff Jenkins on the Brewer Decade and World Series Celebrations

Jun 30th, 2021 57m 9s

Brewer favorite, Geoff Jenkins visits with the guys on Major League Beginnings. One of the game’s great tale tellers, Geoff takes you on his fantastic, decade long ride in Milwaukee, his all star season, taking a run down Bernie Brewer’s slide

Aaron Harang on the Moneyball A's, Opening Days and His 2006 Strikeout Title

Jun 23rd, 2021 48m 32s

Former big league pitching workhorse, Aaron Harang takes you on his eight team journey spanning 14 MLB seasons.Hear what it was like breaking in as part of the “Moneyball A’s,” with Hudson, Zito and Mulder. Aaron shares his proudest memories an

El Titán Adrián Gonzalez

Jun 16th, 2021 36m 12s

El Titán, Adrián González, talks with us as he prepares for the 2021 Olympics in Japan as a member of Team Mexico.Once a hitter, always a hitter, González takes us along on his journey through five organizations. The former first overall pick i

All-Star Andy Ashby on His World Series Appearance and 14 Years in the Big Leagues

Jun 9th, 2021 59m

14 year big leaguer, Andy Ashby, shares the inspiring story of his odds-defying rise from un-drafted free agent to All-Star pitcher.Andy tells us what brought him to tears when he made his major league debut, who most shaped his pitching career

Bret Boone on Family Ties and Ken Griffey Jr.

Jun 2nd, 2021 50m 14s

Seattle slugger, Bret Boone, talks Mariners, Ichiro and All-Star games in this episode of Major League Beginnings.Boone is part of the first and only third generation baseball family, following his dad and grandfather. Find out who Bret feels m

Nomar Garciaparra on His Relationship with Ted Williams, All-Star Career, ROY Campaign

May 26th, 2021 1h 31m

“Nomah!” Talks Beantown, BoSox and big moments. Six-time all-star and two-time batting champ, Nomar Garciaparra takes you through his Rookie of the Year campaign, friendship with Ted Williams and his quest to hit .400.Nomar tells you what he th

Bret Saberhagen on Being a Teen Phenom & 18 Years in the Big Leagues

May 19th, 2021 48m 12s

Teenage phenom, Bret Saberhagen discusses his magical climb from 19th round high school draft pick to World Series MVP by age 21!Follow along as Bret shares with us which of his three all-star games meant the most to him, what it was like “off

Huston Street on Why Glendon Rusch Impacted His Career, Highs and Lows in the Major Leagues

May 12th, 2021 1h

Major League all-star closer, Huston Street takes you on a fabulous journey through his life. Huston grew up the son of a Texas sports legend, proudly followed in his father’s footsteps, became Rookie of the Year, and carved out his own success

Steve Finley on the Impact of Cal Ripken and a Memorable 19-Year Career

May 5th, 2021 49m 39s

World Series Champ, All-Star, and Gold Glove Winner, Steve Finley shares his favorite clubhouse stories from 19“seasons in the sun!”Steve takes you into the batter’s box for his division-clinching grand slam for the Dodgers and onto the field f

Marty Brennaman, The Longtime Voice of The Cincinnati Reds

Apr 28th, 2021 1h 13m

Cincinnati Reds broadcasting legend, Marty Brennaman, takes you on a hilarious and candid run through his 46 years behind the microphone. Known for his thoughtful and entertaining play-by-play, Brennaman never shied away from controversy or exp

Cole Hamels Has More in the Tank, Recounts Phillie Memories

Apr 21st, 2021 37m 4s

Phillies legend and current big league star, Cole Hamels grants you front row access to his most personal MVP stories from a 15 year career that includes a 2008 World Series championship and four all-star games!Cole candidly discusses how it fe

A Conversation with Kim Ng, Miami Marlins GM

Apr 14th, 2021 26m 10s

Marlins GM, Kim Ng, the highest ranking woman in baseball, joins Major League Beginnings. Kim takes you on her 30 year climb to the top, from University of Chicago softball star and Yankee fan, to White Sox intern and club and league executive,

Nike Baseball Legend, Bill Frishette

Apr 7th, 2021 1h 17m

“Bo knows” Nike legend, Bill Frishette. Now, you will too!No one at Nike had more impact on baseball than Bill. He was the man behind the legendary Bo Jackson ad campaign, having brought Nike to the Big Leagues more than 40 years ago.You will h

ESPN's Laura Rutledge on Finding Her Niche

Mar 24th, 2021 56m 34s

ESPN’s rising star broadcaster, Laura Rutledge, brings skill and versatility to any lineup. On this episode, you will hear how the host of ESPN’s NFL Live and the SEC Network’s SEC Nation, carved out her niche.Laura takes us on her journey that

Mark Prior's Career from Choosing College to Coaching in a World Series

Mar 17th, 2021 53m 14s

Former Chicago Cub Mark Prior flashed through baseball like a comet, brilliantly lighting up a city and sport before flaming out far too soon.Few players burst onto the scene with as much hype and expectation. But even with that pressure, Prior

ESPN's Eduardo Perez on Advice from His Dad, Career Moments, and Broadcasting

Mar 10th, 2021 54m 4s

ESPN’s versatile star and former Big Leaguer, Eduardo Perez joins the guys. Eduardo tells us what it was like growing up as Tony’s little boy inside the clubhouse of the Big Red Machine and later his unexpected rise to first round draft choice.