In this firecracker episode of Serving It Up, Jim Hayes reunites with MLB veterans Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Kyle Gibson to break down the hottest stories in baseball. The guys tackle Clayton Kershaw’s "Bush League" comments aimed at the St. Louis Cardinals, Shohei Ohtani’s global impact and unshakable poise, and have some hilarious fun naming the least athletic teammates they’ve ever played with.

You won’t want to miss this mix of expert insights, locker room stories, and classic chirping between baseball greats.

⚾Clayton Kershaw vs. Cardinals – Was his “bush league” comment justified? The panel unpacks both sides.

⚾Why Shohei Ohtani Is Truly One of One – A global icon, unmatched talent, and ultimate professional.

⚾Baseball’s Least Athletic Teammates – The gloves come off in this hilarious roast segment.

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In Episode 11 of Serving It Up, host Jim Hayes is joined by MLB legends Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Kyle Gibson for an unfiltered roundtable about today’s game and the legends of the past. From Nolan Arenado’s insane defensive legacy to rookie clubhouse culture and the evolution of baseball's fan experience, this episode delivers insights, laughter, and real talk from inside the game.

⚾️ Who's the greatest third baseman of all time?

⚾️ What makes Nolan Arenado different?

⚾️ Are today's players more prepared, or just different?

⚾️ Plus: hilarious rookie hazing stories, hitting advice, and why the St. Louis Cardinals' fan experience might need a boost.

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In Episode 10 of Serving It Up, host Jim Hayes is joined by Lance Lynn, Matt Holliday, and Kyle Gibson for an unfiltered look at the heart of baseball—past, present, and future.

Kyle Gibson opens up about his release from the Orioles, signing with the Rays, and what it means to keep fighting for a spot in the majors. The guys debate the mental vs physical grind of MLB’s 162-game season, share real-life stories from the field, and weigh in on the Cardinals’ surprising mid-season surge—should they be buyers or sellers?

They also dive into:

⚾️The psychology of playing in the rain

⚾️Modern “load management” vs. old-school toughness

⚾️Who really are the best athletes in baseball?

⚾️And Matt Holliday’s dad moment—wearing Orioles gear at the ballpark after playing for the Cardinals (yes, really)

🔑 Top 4 Takeaways:

⚾️Kyle Gibson isn’t done yet. He details his minor league deal with the Rays and the decision to chase one last shot at MLB glory after being cut by the Orioles.

⚾️Cardinals’ strategy shifting? With strong pitching and timely hitting, the crew debates whether STL should buy at the trade deadline or stick to the rebuild.

⚾️Athletes or actors? A humorous and honest debate over whether pitchers are actually the best athletes on the field—or just the best at saying they are.

⚾️Baseball’s invisible toughness. The mental toll of long seasons, playing through pain, and how today’s game has evolved with data, rest schedules, and wearable tech.

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