Beat the Shift Podcast – 2025 Pre-Season Injury Episode

Happy 42nd birthday to 2012 MLB triple crown winner, 2001 World Series Champion and four time batting champion Miguel "Miggy," Cabrera! Cabrera had a remarkable 21-year MLB career, playing a pivotal role in the 2001 Florida Marlins World Series victory and spending 16 seasons with the Detroit Tigers, where he earned two American League MVP awards. Upon retiring after the 2023 season, he amassed 511 home runs, 1,881 RBI, and a .306 career batting average....

SummaryAt Dodger Stadium, fans face high concession prices, with items like a Dodger Dog costing $7.99, prompting some teams to introduce affordable menus. For instance, the Arizona Diamondbacks offer hot dogs for $2.99, and the Atlanta Falcons provide items for as low as $2. Dodgers president Stan Kasten noted the potential for increased sales with a value menu but expressed concerns about managing more transactions due to space limitations in the stadium. Full Article

The New York Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3 at Steinbrenner Field, marking their first win as visitors in their spring training home. Ben Rice had a standout performance with a four-hit game, and Oswaldo Cabrera contributed with a solo home run. The Rays are using the Yankees' facility due to damage from Hurricane Milton, and Yankees manager Aaron Boone emphasized the importance of collaboration between the teams, while noting the challenges of the...

SummaryDarryl Strawberry emphasized the need for Major League Baseball (MLB) to better develop and market the game in inner cities to increase the percentage of Black players, which currently stands at 6.2%. He noted the decline of organized inner city baseball and the shift of parks to other sports, criticizing MLB's marketing strategies compared to basketball. Strawberry highlighted that attracting young Black athletes requires a focus on compelling marketing similar to that of basketball, which...

The New York Rangers concluded their season with a 4-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, but the atmosphere was marked by sadness and emptiness rather than celebration. Throughout the season, the team struggled with underwhelming performances and a lack of urgency, leading to a disappointing end despite the win. The final game, which also marked the last for long-time announcer Sam Rosen, heightened feelings of uncertainty regarding the team's future and the inevitable roster...