Monthly Archives: June 2023

No Scout Watches 8U to 14U Baseball Players

Tips on How to Be a Supportive Baseball Parent | Chapter 64

Former MLB Player and Coach Steve Karsay shares his insights on parenting—including tips on how to help your children as a baseball parent best! Always be realistic about your kid’s talent level, encourage a strong work ethic and listen to your coach! Never yell at the umpires, and remember that scouts are probably not in the stands! Plus, tips on how to pick the right baseball coach for your child.

Why Kevin Cash Is One of the Best MLB Managers

Top 5 Current Longest Tenured MLB Managers | Chapter 63

What do Terry Francona, Kevin Cash, Craig Counsell and Dave Martinez have in common? They are all people that either played or coached with Steve Karsay. They are all on the list of longest current tenured MLB Managers! Steve Karsay breaks down today what makes these managers special and why they have kept their roles for so long!

Craig Kimbrel or Jose Alvarado Should Be the Closer

Who is the New York Yankee’s Closer? | Chapter 62

The New Yankees in 2023 are going with the bullpen by committee. Ultimately, will Clay Holmes, Michael King or Wandy Peralta grab the role and run with it? Steve Karsay digs deep into the type of information that Aaron Boone would be considered in setting up his pen. And find out why Craig Counsell looks for Out Getters in the Milwaukee Brewers bullpen!

Secret Why Pitchers Are Signing with the Texas Rangers

2023 Texas Rangers Are Contenders | Chapter 61

Many expected the Houston Astros to remain on top of the AL West division going into the 2023 season. But it’s the Texas Rangers that have stormed out of the gate. Steve Karsay and the Chosen Lawyer analyze the impact of Chris Young, Dayton Moore, Bruce Bochy and Mike Maddux on the club. With a strong rotation and powerful lineup led by MVP candidate Marcus Semien and Corey Seager, are the Rangers the team to beat this year?

Analytics Were Much Simpler Back in the Day

A Tribute to Oakland Athletics HOF Pitcher Vida Blue | Chapter 60

With tight budgets and rebuilding on the horizon, many MLB teams already find themselves in the basement of their respective divisions. This includes the Tigers, Royals, A’s, Nationals, Red, Giants and Rockies. Is there hope for these teams with potential MLB expansion on the horizon? Plus Shohei Ohtani is off to an incredible start to the season. Is there a chance he re-signs with the Angels in the off-season?