To the Majors

The crew welcomes Brent for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey from selecting Harvard and competing in the Cape Cod League to working his way through the Braves organization and making his Major League debut. Brent reflects on his transition into the Players Association, the realities of navigating a potential MLB lockout, and the impact of the 2022 Collective Bargaining Agreement and recent rule changes. He also shares his perspective on the committee’s work, the possibility of another work stoppage, and approaching the end of his playing career. The conversation explores environmental initiatives, the legacy he hopes to leave, the Braves’ playoff potential, and quick hitters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The crew welcomes Ryan for an incredible inside look at his journey through professional baseball, from nearly having the game taken away from him to making his way to the big leagues. He opens up about the decisions that changed his career, joining the Red Sox, grinding through the minors, and finally making an MLB roster. Ryan shares what Opening Day felt like, the realities of relief pitching, and the adversity he faced early in his career. The conversation continues through his trade to Houston, becoming the Astros’ closer, the team’s sign-stealing scandal, his first All-Star Game, a combined no-hitter, and the Astros’ World Series run. He also discusses high-leverage moments, Houston’s dynasty conversation, and ultimately leaving the Astros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode takes you inside an incredible baseball journey, from the birth of To The Majors to the relentless pursuit of an MLB career. Cody opens up about committing fully to baseball, the role of failure, being told to leave school, and ultimately getting drafted by Cleveland. From grinding through the minors to his first MLB call-up, he shares the setbacks, breakthroughs, and determination that helped him carve out his own path. He reflects on his permanent arrival in the majors, his first game, Terry Francona’s impact, and his first postseason experience. The conversation continues through John Axford, Toronto, the World Series, the infamous rain delay, the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, and signing with the Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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