Host Nii Wallace-Bruce welcomes Keegan Matheson, an author and writer for MLB.com, to discuss his new book, 'The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays.' Keegan shares insights on the process of writing the book (00:34), highlights some memorable chapters (02:42), including those about Jose Bautista (23:36) and Buck Martinez (05:43), and reflects on how the book has impacted his view of baseball.

Later, the discussion shifts to the ups and downs of the current Blue Jays season (15:40) and speculation on the future of the team's key players (20:23) and potential trades. Keegan also shares details about upcoming book signing events (26:40) and his plans for future writing projects.

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In this episode, Nii Wallace-Bruce interviews Coach Troy Jones, a multi-sport coach who works with both MLB and NFL high-performers. Troy shares his journey from aspiring athlete to accomplished coach (01:30), highlighting his holistic approach to athlete development, which focuses on movement efficiency (05:47) and mental resilience (11:17).

The discussion covers various aspects of athletic training, including the importance of failure as a learning tool and the need for lifelong development (19:46). Additionally, Troy reflects on the cultural differences between U.S. and international sports training and the unique experience of living and working in Canada. The conversation also delves into personal anecdotes about Baltimore, emphasizing the cultural richness and the impact of regional differences on identity.

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In this episode of PSP, host Nii Wallace-Bruce and guest Jonna Perlinger, founder of Babes Babes Media, discuss the one-of-a-kind media company rooted in baseball fandom and empowerment (02:42). Jonna narrates her journey from a lifelong Yankees fan to creating a dedicated platform for women in baseball (00:52).

*NB: This episode was recorded prior to the release of Carlos Carrasco and the injury to Oswaldo Cabrera

Nii and Jonna delve into the current state of baseball, focusing on the competitive AL East division battle and controversial rule changes like the pitching clock and the extra-innings 'ghost runner' (04:54). The conversation shifts to detailed Yankees analysis, covering player acquisitions, performance, and decisions (20:58), including the high-stakes trade of Nestor Cortes for Devin Williams (07:23), and Aaron Judge's transformative play (26:02). The discussion ends on lighter notes like favorite ballpark foods (31:30) and reflections on the evolving nature of baseball fandom.

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