RaysUp - 2024 Tampa Bay Rays MLB Spring Training begins

Mat Germain @Mat_Germain_ & Mark talk about the first days of
MLB Spring Training.


Spring Training weather – Canada or Florida

Can’t take Spring Training seriously just ask Nolan Ryan

Mat highlights Trevor Martin's pitching performance for the
Rays, and his potential for the future.

Battery sparks - pairing pitchers & catchers and the role
of catchers like Rob Brantley in mentoring young pitchers.

Mat shares his background, starting with blogging about the
Blue Jays and later focusing on the Rays due to an opportunity
and his appreciation for their approach for their game.

MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays  

Top 100 prospects – 4 Rays

 #4 Junior Caminero – SS/3B

 #20 Carson Williams – SS (what about Walls)

 #55 Curtis Mead 3B/2B

 #58 Xavier Isaac – 1B

 What about - Austin Schendon



Kudos to owner Stu Sternberg and the impact of Erik Neander's
leadership.

Mat praises Neander for his targeted approach to acquisitions
and player development.

They briefly discuss the MLB's prospect rankings for the
Rays, mentioning players like Junior Caminero, Carson Williams,
Curtis Meade, and Xavier Isaac.

Mat discusses the importance of monitoring player health and
performance, particularly Blake Snell and Michael Montgomery.

The hosts speculate on the Rays' financial flexibility and
potential roster moves, especially regarding top prospects like
Junior Caminero.

They mention an exhibition game between the Rays and the Red
Sox in the Dominican Republic on March 9th.

Mat discusses the emotional and physical toll on young
athletes like Wander Franco, emphasizing the need for support and
guidance.

They criticize the quality of MLB uniforms, suggesting that
improvements should be made.

Mark and Mat highlight the Rays' success in developing front
office personnel, contrasting it with other teams' experiences.

They express excitement for the upcoming season and encourage
fans to support the Rays.

Uniforms - Will a new MLB Commissioner bring a fresh
perspective on marketing 

Dominican Republic Spring Training game Boston Red Sox v
Tampa Bay Rays

What will happen to the Wander Franco millions. Spend it on
Junior Caminero? 

X-Rays – Jake Cronenworth with the Padres, Mike Brosseau with
the Royals and Matt Quartraro, Joey Wendle and gloveless love,
Willie Adames in Milwaukee. Could Blake Snell come back with a
1-year contract with the Rays

Tampa Bay Rays Front Office & Coaching Migrations subject
for a future episode. 

Theo Epstein and the Red Sox

Erik Neander & Andy Friedman building a successful team
withray Stu Sternberg

Competitive nature of hungry Tampa Bay Rays players this
Spring Training 

100 Game Winner this year?



Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom
to the show. You can catch find more of Mat on Twitter x.com
@Mat_Germain_   
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