On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by prolific author and MLB's official historian, John Thorn.The pair discuss John's involvement with Ken Burns' Baseball, his role as MLB historian, and how his own fandom has evolved. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast website at https://sabr.or…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Mark Armour and Jeff Bower. The trio of friends discuss their "Boondoggle" adventures tied to trips to the annual SABR convention. From introducing Rob to new food, to a basement tour of the Hall of Fame, to stumbling on a celebration of Cy Young, the stories abound between these three. For …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a trio of authors, Don Zminda, Steve Steinberg and Mitchell Nathanson. Rob uses the roundtable format to pick the brains of these prolific writers about the soup to nuts process of writing a book. Everything from picking a topic, to when to call it a day on research and how to get the book t…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by data science professor Andy Andres.The pair discuss the development and teaching of the first college course in Baseball Analysis and Sabermetrics, along with other aspects of Andy's baseball life and experiences. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by baseball journalist Melissa Ludtke. The pair discuss Melissa's start in the business, early successes covering baseball on a national stage, and how she ended up at the center of a battle to provide all reporters access to baseball club houses around the league. For show notes, extra content…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Dayn Perry. Rob and Dayne discuss some of their shared professional history, how Dayne got into, and stayed in, the business of writing about the game with an analytical bent, and more. The pair also discuss Shohei Ohtani's contract and Dayne's biography of Reggie Jackson. For show no…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by prolific researcher Craig Brown. As the driving force between the website "Threads of Our Game," Craig has developed an intricate system of tracing the true styles and colors of baseball uniforms from the 19th century and early 20th century. Rob and Craig discuss his process, some of his mos…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Noah Gittell. Rob and Noah discuss some baseball movies that may be off the beaten path. The pair also take cues from Noah's soon to be released book, "Baseball: The Movie." Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra co…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Jon Weisman. Rob and Jon discuss his novel "The Catch" along with his Dodger-centric works, "Brothers in Arms" and "100 Things Dodgers Fans Should Know and Do Before they Die." Jon also now works for the Dodgers, which has put him in direct contact with some of his all-time baseball h…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a panel of experts to discuss the various upstart leagues in the first half of baseball's history and how they should, or should not, be characterized. Joining Rob on the show is Warren Corbett who has written extensively about the Continental and Global Baseball Leagues, Dan Levitt author o…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by writer for The Athletic, Eno Sarris. Rob dives into a wide-ranging discussion that includes talking about clutch players, "Stuff Plus," beneficial splits and more. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the week and reading an essay from an icon, in social media form. For show notes,…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by SABR CEO Scott Bush. Rob and Scott check in on the 2023 MLB season on the whole. The pair react to the World Series championship for the Rangers, the overall playoff system, the best players in the game, and the impact of the rule changes in 2023. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author, researcher and professor Chris Lamb. Rob dives into a discussion of his work focused on the history of the integration of the Major Leagues. The pair discuss how Chris came to be captivated by the subject and what fresh perspectives and stories he's uncovered in the process of his wr…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by actor Eddie Frierson. Best known in baseball circles for his one man show, "Matty: An Evening with Christy Mathewson," Eddie and Rob discuss in this second part about the early iterations of the show, the elbows he rubbed because of it and even the latest on maybe a comeback for the show. Ro…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by actor Eddie Frierson. Best known in baseball circles for his one man show, "Matty: An Evening with Christy Mathewson," Eddie and Rob discuss the early inspiration for that show, Eddie's own baseball background, and his other voice and acting work. This will be part one of a two part conversa…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by writer and "Effectively Wild" podcast host, Ben Lindbergh. The pair dive deep into a look at some of the best moments of "Effectively Wild" over the show's run along with how episode content comes together. Later in the show Rob and Ben discuss the MLB playoffs, a look at the impact of rule …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by legendary baseball man Van Schley. Rob and Van discuss his many and legendary forays into minor league and independent league baseball. They also touch on a group Van his helping lead now that is taking baseball to unexpectedly foreign countries. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner o…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the founder of "Baseball for All" Justine Siegal. Along with tracing back her love of the game, Rob and Justine discuss roadblocks and wins along her path in baseball and exciting opportunities in the works to help more girls find a place to play the game they love. Rob wraps the show by dis…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by long-time scout and baseball operations man Wayne Krivsky. Rob and Wayne discuss a baseball journey that took Wayne from collegiate player to front office worker to scout, all the way to the big chair of GM for the Cincinnati Reds. Wayne shares the stories of the most impactful people in the…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Marty Appel. With his start working in public relations, notably with the New York Yankees and the Major League Baseball office, Appel has also authored numerous baseball books. Rob and Marty discuss several of his biographical works, including those on Casey Stengel, King Kelly and T…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by long time Major League scout Jim Martz. Jim details his work over a lifetime of scouting big league talent, including the story of uncovering Kirk Gibson and Scott Rolen. The pair also discuss the role Martz played in the iconic Baseball Hall of Fame exhibit "Diamond Mines." Rob wraps the sh…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by sports architect Earl Santee. The pair discuss Earl's extensive history helping design some of the best modern ballparks in the game including Target Field and PNC Park. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by artist Donna Muscarella. The pair discuss her unique artistic style, her love of collecting and card shows and her special experience connected to an historic ballpark. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's been reading. For show notes, extra content, and a…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by researcher Steve Gietschier. Along with discussing Steve's past as a researcher and historian with the Sporting News, Rob dives into details on his latest work, "Baseball: The Turbulent Midcentury Years." The pair discuss the genesis of the project as well as what it takes to compile the res…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by artist Sean Kane. Rob dives into a discussion of Sean's unique paintings using baseball gloves as a canvas. The pair discuss Sean's start in this niche, his inspiration for early efforts, his technical process and more. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and what he's…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the founder of Retrosheet Dave Smith and SABR board president Mark Armour to discuss the life and legacy of Tom Ruane. The trio discuss Tom's impact as a long-time SABR member, his involvement with Retrosheet, along with personal memories of what Tom meant to the baseball research community …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by SABR CEO, and former weekly contributor, Scott Bush. Along with a recap of some high points of the recent SABR Convention, Scott and Rob discuss some of the latest excitement around SABR, and the unique and valuable benefits provided to members. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Adam Darowski, the Director of Product for Sports Reference. Rob discusses Adam's start in the world of digital sports data, the challenge of organization and gathering of Negro League data, and the latest craze under the Baseball Reference umbrella, Immaculate Grid. Rob wraps the show by di…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by broadcaster, author and historian Alain Usereau. The pair discuss Alain growing up in rural Canada, his love for the Expos, how he began broadcasting and his approach to his French language baseball work now. The pair also discuss Alain's book, "The Expos in their Prime." Rob wraps the show …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Russell Carleton. The pair discuss Russell's new book, "The New Ballgame," a unique look at the way the game has changed in the recent and distant past. Rob highlights the unique way Russell dissects those changes and how his approach can help inform future decisions about baseball. R…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the play-by-play voice of the St. Paul Saints, Sean Aronson. Sean shares his roots in broadcasting growing up listening to legends of the craft, stories from his career and insight into the current landscape of the minor leagues. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the weekend and…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a two of the driving forces behind the band "The Baseball Project." Linda Pitmon and Steve Wynn tell Rob about the start of the band, the inspiration behind some of their most impactful songs and their new album, set for release this summer. Rob wraps the show by discussing his winner of the…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a special panel of guests to discuss a unique look at building an indy league baseball team. Ben Lindbergh, Sam Miller and Theo Fightmaster offer unique perspectives on the story behind the book, "The Only Rule is it Has to Work." The book follows the summer of the Sonoma County Stompers and…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by a special panel of guests to discuss the iconic comic strip Peanuts. Along with Benjamin L. Clark, Anika Orrock, and Luke Epplin, Rob dives into the strip's baseball bent, how the characters mirror real life, and how the strip stands the test of time across the decades. Later in the show, Ro…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Kansas City Royals radio broadcaster Jake Eisenberg. Rob and Jake discuss his rapid rise through the minors, the iconic radio voices he's already worked with, and his approach to the craft of calling a game. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRcast …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author and researcher Phil Dixon. Phil has a lengthy catalog of books to his name, notably the award-winning work "The Negro Baseball Leagues A Photographs History, 1867-1955." Throughout his research he has personally interviewed countless people connected to the game's past, generating som…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Jonathan Eig. Author of biographies on such subjects as Jackie Robinson, Lou Gehrig and Muhammad Ali, Rob and Jonathan discuss those works and his latest book, "King: A Life." The chat gives a glimpse into some of the unique findings Jonathan's research has produced and the process fo…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Michael Lewis. With the 20th anniversary of the publication of "Moneyball" on the horizon, Rob and Michael discuss the construction of the book, the continued popularity it enjoys, favorite behind the scenes moments for Michael and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal comm…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Baseball America writer JJ Cooper. The pair discuss the potential impacts of AI on baseball, the Oakland A's signals of a Las Vegas move, Banana Ball, and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current events in baseball and beyond. For show notes, extra content, and …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by author Ryan McGee. Along with writing for ESPN and working as a host, Ryan recently published a new book, "Welcome to the Circus of Baseball: A Story of the Perfect Summer, at the Perfect Ballpark at the Perfect Time." Rob and Ryan discuss some of the best moments from the summer working for…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the trio of Ellen Adair, Eric Gilde, and Noah Gittell to discuss all things baseball movie-related. Rob and the round table discuss what they see as the best in the genre, redeeming moments in some of their least favorite movies and even what defines a baseball movie. Later Rob wraps the sho…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by MLB tech guru Ben Jedlovec. Currently Ben is the Senior Director, Baseball Data Platform Product for Major League Baseball. Rob and Ben discuss is the intersection of data and baseball, immersing tech in the game, and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current eve…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by former MLB player and manager Edwin Rodríguez who is currently managing the Acereros de Monclova of the Mexican League. The pair discuss Edwin's journey as a player, transition to coaching and scouting and the current phase of his baseball career. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal c…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Sports Illustrated national writer Emma Baccellieri. The pair discuss covering sports other than baseball, the potential demise of the knuckleballer, the future of automation in the game and more. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current events in baseball and beyond.…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by baseball writer Michael Clair. The pair discuss Michael's journey from blogging about the game for fun, to covering the game on the biggest stages. Rob and Michael also zero in on his latest coverage of the World Baseball Classic. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on curr…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by long-time broadcaster and current voice of the El Paso Chihuahua's, Tim Hagerty. The pair discuss Tim's latest book, "Tales from the Dugout," a collection of anecdotes from Minor League Baseball. The pair also discuss MLB pace of play rules, leaning on Tim's experience with the rules on a da…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by Miles Wolff, the driving force behind some of baseball's most successful affiliated and independent minor league teams and leagues. The pair discuss Wolff's time running the Durham Bulls, his founding of the independent Northern League and his new book, "There's a Bulldozer on Home Plate." L…

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the long time television voice of the Houston Astros, Bill Brown. The pair discuss how Bill got started in the business, how he nearly quit the business, and the special relationships fans build with the voices of their teams. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on current …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by the voice of the Portland Sea Dogs, Emma Tiedemann. The pair discuss Emma's broadcast heritage, what drew her to focusing on baseball play-by-play, and the obstacles she faces as one of the few professional female play-by-play voices. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on …

On this week's episode of SABRcast Rob Neyer is joined by former MLB player and manager Clint Hurdle. The two discuss Clint's wide ranging career spanning time as a top prospect, big league regular, and manager. The two also touch on a new venture Hurdle has been instrumental in launching. Later Rob wraps the show with his personal commentary on cu…