By Casey Cavell Many of you are probably much like me. I once thought my path would lead in one direction only to find out that there was a much more fulfilling detour. In fact, you may be in a similar position now, staring at crossroads wondering what to do. As I write this article […]
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By Logan Ice It has been almost three years since I was drafted by the Cleveland Indians and am still amazed I get to live out my dream every day. The ability to play a game for a living is the definition of a dream to me. The benefits of being a professional baseball player […]
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By Luke Melms The public has been given the remote control and chooses who they engage with. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn are the main channels where these viewers’ attention are held. What has come of this are niche audiences in just about anything and everything. The MLB Network is a prime example of […]
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By Kevin Wilson The need was there but I was almost too scared to fill it. You see, the world of professional baseball is a toxic one. It tests the deepest parts of your soul. Most fans are unaware of how much the game can break you down and affect your life both on and […]
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By Kris Kemmer Gabe Kapler marched to the pitcher’s mound on opening day much to the chagrin of Phillies fans everywhere. Could the first year manager really be considering removing his ace pitcher in the 6th inning of a game with a 5-0 lead and a low pitch count? Fans quickly realized that this potential […]
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By Drew Beuerlein 1. You Are the Only Position On the Field That Everyone is Looking At Everyone is looking to you. All of the action happens around home plate. Regardless of how good or bad of a game you are having, your actions are seen every single pitch. Management is no different. You will have […]
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By Jared King and Luke Melms Many players get drafted prior to finishing their degree. In fact, according to a 2012 survey only 4% of active big league players had a four year degree. Forgoing a senior year if drafted high enough often makes sense as the player has leverage through having a choice of […]
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By Alex Tuccio My dad was always the one to put the ball in my hand. Growing up, whatever sport and activity I wanted to participate in, he made it happen for me. Baseball happened to be the game that I chose to keep playing and the one in which I was most gifted. When […]
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By Andrew Summerville Baseball players are asked to take on risk in a way that is unique. We fight year after year for financial security, with few guarantees or safety mechanisms. In other careers, things look different. For example, investors manage risk by diversifying their portfolio and all 30 Major League Baseball franchises have entered […]
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By Jake Gronsky and Luke Melms Jake Gronsky’s story “A Baseball Field and A Cornfield” published last summer struck a cord with all who read it. This week is the sequel to his story. He’s gone from his time ending in the batter’s box within the St. Louis Cardinals organization to bookshelves in less than two years. After chatting […]
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