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Is the 2024 MLB Season Already Over for the Yankees & Mets? | Chapter 102
Karim Garcia and Jonathan A. Hacohen discuss the New York Yankees. Gerrit Cole’s MRI results worry fans, and Kodai Senga’s season with the Mets is doubtful. Should the Yankees consider Snell, Montgomery or Bauer? The team has already added strong players like Stroman, Verdugo and Juan Soto. Are more changes coming?
The New York Mets Are Crying Over Kodai Senga | Chapter 101
Hosts Jonathan A. Hacohen and Karim Garcia discuss the latest New York Mets news. Kodai Senga is out with a shoulder strain and may need Tommy John surgery. Karim Garcia shares insights on the challenges Japanese pitchers face in the MLB. The hosts also debate the adoption of the Peralta System for Mets pitchers.
MLB Expansion is Coming: 2 More Teams is the Plan | Chapter 100
Former MLB Superstar Karim Garcia and host Jonathan A. Hacohen are ready to discuss a big upcoming MLB topic: Expansion. Rumors persist that Rob Manfred will look to add 2 more MLB teams before his final term is up as Commissioner. Where do we see MLB Expansion taking place? Hot candidates: Mexico City, Montreal, Portland, Nashville. Will Texas get a 3rd MLB team? Will we finally see a resolution to the Oakland A’s / Las Vegas Athletics fiasco?
Scott Boras Worst Free Agency Year Ever? | Chapter 99
Former MLB player Karim Garcia joins author Jonathan A. Hacohen to discuss the state of MLB free agency, explicitly focusing on Scott Boras’s clients. The conversation revolved around the Big 4 Free Agents (Cody Bellinger, Blake Snell, Matt Chapman, JD Martinez) and whether they’ll follow Bellinger’s path of accepting shorter contracts with opt-outs.
Karim Garcia Picks his Team Jersey for Cooperstown and 2024 World Series Predictions | Chapter 98
Jonathan A. Hacohen and Karim Garcia dive into Cooperstown debates, selecting Adrian Beltre’s Hall of Fame jersey and pondering Karim’s choice for his plaque. They discuss the impact of scouting info overload and the Coors Field effect, capped off with their 2024 World Series predictions!
The Greatness of Fernando Valenzuela | Chapter 97
Karim Garcia and Jonathan A. Hacohen delve into the legendary Fernandomania era, highlighting Fernando Valenzuela’s historic achievements: winning both Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award in 1981 and becoming a celebrated left-handed pitcher. Discover Fernando’s influence on Garcia’s career and enduring fame in Mexico, underscored by two World Series titles and two Silver Slugger awards.
Spring Training 2024 is Finally Here! | Chapter 96
Join former MLB star Karim Garcia and host Jonathan A. Hacohen as they gear up for the 2024 MLB season with a special focus on Spring Training. Uncover Karim’s preparation rituals, the reality behind spring training stats, and whether baseball life matches the “Major League” movie depiction. Delve into the pressures on rookies versus veterans, the process of player cuts, and Karim’s seasoned advice to newcomer Evan Carter. This episode is packed with insider insights and tips for baseball fans as the new season draws near!
Alex Verdugo’s Intensity and Love for Baseball is Misunderstood | Chapter 95
Join host Jonathan A. Hacohen and baseball legend Karim Garcia for an insightful discussion on Alex Verdugo’s headline-making move to the Yankees. This episode delves into the Red Sox’s controversial decision to trade a star to their arch-rival. What might they regret? Uncover the misunderstood aspects of Verdugo’s confident gameplay. Karim Garcia shares exclusive insights from Team Mexico and forecasts Verdugo’s potential peak in 2024. Tune in for expert analysis and a glimpse into the future of this emerging MLB star!
Karim Garcia is a Huge Fan of Randy Arozarena | Chapter 94
Dive into the inspiring journey of MLB star Randy Arozarena with MLB veteran Karim Garcia and host Jonathan A. Hacohen. From his roots in Cuba to his rise with the Tampa Bay Rays, discover what makes Arozarena a top-tier player and Mexico’s favorite. Garcia offers unique insights into Arozarena’s skill and charisma on the field as they discuss his impending major contract and impact in baseball.
Karim Garcia on the Upcoming 2024 MLB Season | Chapter 93
Step into a thrilling new season of our Baseball Docuseries! With Steve Karsay now the Bullpen Coach for the Los Angeles Angels in 2024, we’re excited to welcome our new co-host, Karim Garcia. Garcia brings valuable insights by teaming up with host Jonathan A. Hacohen (Author http://www.thebible3.com). Join us as we explore his take on the upcoming MLB season and reflect on his outstanding career and Chosen Journey!
How Will the Jays Recover After Losing the Battle for Ohtani? | Chapter 92
Host Jonathan A. Hacohen (Author of The Bible 3.0) is joined by guest co-host Wayne Frazer of Doug Laurie Sports. We didn’t predict Shohei Ohtani headed to the Dodgers. Will the Toronto Blue Jays be able to recover and still make the playoffs? Find out which former MLB star will replace Steve Karsay this season on the Chosen Baseball Journey!
The Steroid Era and Cooperstown: Ken Griffey Jr’s Induction, Gary Sheffield’s Exclusion | Chapter 91
Host Jonathan A. Hacohen (author of The Bible 3.0, http://www.thebible3.com), discusses the famed Steroid Era in baseball and what to do with Hall of Fame balloting. Gary Sheffield, was he an MLB HOFer? Why does Ken Griffey Jr get a free pass from the Steroid Era when every other player from that era is tainted? Is Cooperstown becoming the Hall of Very Good rather than the Hall of Fame?
MLB Free Agents Predictions: Where Will Hader, Bellinger, Montgomery Sign for 2024 | Chapter 90
The Los Angeles Dodgers have dominated the headlines, signing the biggest MLB free agents: Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. As the hot stove season progresses, many free-agent fishes are still in the sea. In today’s chapter, host Jonathan A. Hacohen, author of the upcoming book The Bible 3.0 (thebible3.com), predicts where the biggest free agents will sign. Will Josh Hader sign the biggest contract ever for a reliever? It’s time for some huge free-agent predictions!
2024 MLB HOF Induction Class: Will Beltre, Mauer & Utley Get Into Cooperstown? | Chapter 89
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Cooperstown will announce the newest inductees into the MLB Hall of Fame. There are many great first-time nominees: Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley. Plus, there have been several superstar holdovers, including Helton, Wagner, Sheffield, Beltran, and Abreu. Former MLB pitcher and current LA Angels Bullpen Coach Steve Karsay shares his stories and baseball experiences with several players on this year’s HOF ballot.
Steve Karsay Reflects on Joining the Angels in 2024 | Chapter 88
Steve Karsay, the new Bullpen Coach for the Los Angeles Angels and Host Jonathan A. Hacohen pick up the conversation on Steve’s new baseball role. From family considerations having talks with his son Kingston, and preparing for the 2024 MLB season. Will Kingston Karsay eat a pretzel in every MLB stadium? In this chapter, Steve walks through the daily roles of a Bullpen Coach during the baseball season. How coaches prepare before and after MLB games during the season.
