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.
Steve Karsay on Becoming the New Bullpen Coach for the Los Angeles Angels | Chapter 87
Get ready to walk a mile in Steve Karsay’s shoes as our featured Co-Host shares his excitement of recently being named the Bullpen Coach for the LA Angels. After hiring Ron Washington as their new manager, the Angels then added Steve Karsay to their experienced coaching staff. Why did Steve Karsay choose to come back to the game now, and why did he pick Los Angeles to make his return? Get ready to hear the insights and thoughts of the Angels’ new Bullpen Coach.
Is Scott Boras Good for Baseball & How Does MLB Free Agency Really Work? | Chapter 86
The MLB hot stove season is upon us! The focus of November has primarily been on player and team options, specifically those who decided to exercise or decline them. Learn the inside scoops on the economics of MLB player contracts. Former MLB pitcher and coach Steve Karsay provides his insights as to the mindset of players in deciding their baseball futures. Is the mega-agent Scott Boras good for the game?
Future HOFer Joey Votto is Ready to Join the Toronto Blue Jays in 2024? | Chapter 85
Born and raised in Toronto, Joey Votto is a homegrown baseball talent in Canada. After playing his entire career with the Reds and one day heading to Cooperstown, is Joey Votto ready to return to Cincinnati as a part-time player? Retire? Or will he be moving back up north to join the Jays or another MLB team? Steve Karsay and Jonathan A. Hacohen review Joey Votto’s options and come up with their prediction as to this future hall-of-famer’s MLB future!
Rating the 2023 Seasons of the Phillies, Astros & Diamondbacks | Chapter 84
While the Texas Rangers won it all in 2023, several other teams came so close. The Arizona Diamondbacks, Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies could have also easily won the 2023 World Series. Hosts Jonathan A. Hacohen and former MLB pitcher & coach Steve Karsay dissect the seasons of the playoff semi-finalists and why each team is looking forward to 2024 and another possible deep MLB playoff run. The Astros have a strong team culture. Torey Lovullo kept the Diamondbacks on track all year. And why teams need to show confidence in their players.
The 5 Real Reasons Why the Texas Rangers Won the 2023 World Series | Chapter 83
Today, the REAL reasons why the Texas Rangers won it all this year. From deep starting pitching, the most stacked hitting lineup in the majors, a top winning MLB manager in Bruce Bochy and a bullpen that came through in the World Series—there are many reasons why the Texas Rangers finally won their first World Series.
The Significance of Bible Verses in Baseball Autographs | Chapter 82
Have you ever received an autograph from an athlete or celebrity and they wrote John 3:16 underneath their name? In today’s chapter, MLB great Pat Combs of the Philadelphia Phillies shares his insights on which verses he selects when he signs his name. Make sure to pick up your copy of More Than the Score by Pat Combs. A book that every sports parent must read.
Pat Combs on His Book More Than the Score and Helping Shape Young Athletes | Chapter 81
Jonathan A. Hacohen and Steve Karsay are joined by former MLB pitcher Pat Combs. In the 3rd part of our interview, Pat discusses the significance of the jersey numbers he wore during his career. Walkout pitcher music. The friendship between Pat Combs and Andy Pettitte. The impact Mike Schmidt had on his career. Pat also shares information on his book More Than The Score and why every young athlete and their parents must read it to refocus on athletic and life perspectives and priorities!
Pat Combs on His Historical 1989 Golden Season With Mike Schmidt & John Kruk | Chapter 80
Pat Combs is back with Jonathan A. Hacohen and Steve Karsay welcome special Pat Combs of the Philadelphia Phillies. Pat made history in 1989, accomplishing the golden season: playing all four levels of professional baseball in one season! Find out how Mike Schmidt changed Pat Combs’ life. Pat describes his experiences playing with Dale Murphy, John Kruk, Lenny Dykstra, Mitch Williams, and many of the greatest Phillies players ever.