Charlie Hill, the brains behind the MLB London Series, is back for his first appearance in 5 years! We chat about the new partnership between MLB and London, the ideas behind Home Run Derby X and MLB’s renewed commitment to
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Everything you always wanted to know about Home Run Derby X but were afraid to ask
In a stunning move, MLB has launched an exciting initiative to grow the game globally with sights on a younger demographic, particularly those unfamiliar with baseball. Home Run Derby X is a modern twist on the traditional version; let’s explore
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LONDON SERIES: What a time to be alive for baseball fans in Europe
Pinch yourself. If you see a photo below of London Mayor Sadiq Khan with MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, then you are not dreaming. So, it seems that MLB coming back to Europe is a reality. MLB has announced a long-term
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Episode 256 – Khan He Even Say That?
John and Russ chat about the week in baseball, taking a trip to the Arm Barn, a stop for some soft serve, a cakewalk with Albert, kicking it with Ken and the little matter of the World Series being on.
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How a burgeoning late-night love affair with baseball got me through lockdown
It’s midnight, in midsummer 2020, and the witching hour holds nothing but worry and anxiety and an insatiable urge to raid the fridge. The pandemic lockdown is in full swing in London. Scrolling Twitter aimlessly, the app being particularly fruitful
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Episode 159 – Darren Fletcher
Darren Fletcher, the voice of football on BT Sport and BBC Radio 5Live, joined Russell to chat about calling the MLB London Series for the UK broadcast, his own baseball fandom, and becoming a viral sensation Stateside. Listen to “Episode
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Episode 150 – Derrick Goold, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Russell talks to Derrick Goold, Cardinals beat writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about the team’s efforts to become an international brand, Derrick’s love of London, and his participation in a world record. Listen to “Episode 150 – Derrick Goold,
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Home Run House: Batting cages, beers and baseball … in London
Baseball fans are everywhere. We are not freaks obsessed with a minority sport. We are young, old, athletic, sedentary, analytical, illogical. We are boys, we are girls, we are women, and we are men. Baseball fans come in all shapes
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My Baseball Journey – Stephen Jones
Stephen Jones from No Cryin In Baseball makes his Bat Flips and Nerds debut, where he talks about his journey into baseball. It’s not the usual story when it comes to Yankees merch. I became interested in baseball around 2006
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10 things you need to know about the St Louis Cardinals
With fewer than 180 days until the London Series 2020 between the St Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs, we continue our build-up to this historic clash. Hopefully, you have already read our article on the Cubs, if not you
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