I met Brandon Guyer on a scouting assignment last season while he was at AAA Durham. I was taken aback by his mature take on training and nutrition. Most young players are scarfing pizzas late at night after games; Brandon was thinking through how to best impact his physical well being through his consumption of natural, whole foods.I’m honored to give this man a forum to … [Read more…]

I respect Ryan Kalish for the man that he’s been, the man that he is and for the man that he’s becoming. He’s consistently looking for ways to improve as a human being and has a genuinely inquisitive and receptive mind. Our discussions delve deep into topics into which most athletes don’t even care to venture. We’ve covered everything under the sun over the years, but we … [Read more…]

I wake up some days haunted by a FOX News-like ticker slowly scrolling. Today, it was a question playing on a loop. I had to know the answer and couldn’t wait a moment longer. It was driving me nuts. Among sports media personalities, which type of apple is most popular? You’re dying to know, too? Phew. Thought I was all alone. I shouldn’t be held in suspense any longer and … [Read more…]

I’m in a heap of trouble.  I might have just made a very bad decision, so the first thing I decided to do was to come share it with you, my partners in this adventure.You remember my friend Hunter? Well, after my rather pitiful showing last week with the “Jackie,” he decided to inspire me with a little friendly competition. On Friday, June 20th, he and I go toe to toe with … [Read more…]

Developing calluses is a necessary part of the process for building strength as you perform heavy deadlifts, rows and pull-ups.During the early days of my pro baseball career, I went “no BGs” (that is, sans batting gloves). I liked the feel of the wood on my skin, the pine tar smell my hands retained, and the even more sensitive feel of striking a ball flush. Possibly … [Read more…]