On this episode of the No Good Sports Podcast, Julio and Julio are joined by longtime friend of the show Aris. He's a retired NYC corrections officer, author and Meet the Mats columnist, and he was at the World Series game in Tampa the night before.

He gives a fan's-eye view of a Brewers-heavy crowd and explains why Tampa doesn't support the Rays. He also says Aaron Boone hasn't written a lineup since he's been with the Yankees. Aris says he got this from asking Boone at the baseball writers' dinner and from talking with Boone's son. These are Aris's claims, not confirmed facts.

The hosts then cover the analytics debate, Francisco Lindor's Roberto Clemente Award, the Knicks' first win, the Ballon d'Or, and Canelo's reported $47M Saudi payday.

Takeaways

• Fan engagement is crucial
• Management decisions impact success Hunger drives player performance
• Analytics must balance with intuition Yankees struggle with community ties
• Lindor's philanthropy highlights player impact NBA injuries affect predictions
• Canelo's return driven by money?

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
• 03:04 World Series Atmosphere and Fan Dynamics
• 05:42 Baseball's Popularity and Team Support Issues
• 06:55 Comparative Analysis of Fan Engagement
• 14:37 Rays' Management and Player Development
• 17:34 Game Analysis and Predictions
• 23:48 The Hunger for Victory
• 28:06 Analytics vs. Intuition in Baseball
• 36:34 The Role of Managers in Modern Baseball
• 42:40 The Legacy of Players and Team Identity
• 46:19 Yankees' Community Engagement and History
• 47:46 Baseball's Labor Crisis and Historical Context
• 49:14 Marketing Young Talent in Baseball
• 50:25 Managerial Hot Seats and Future Prospects
• 51:31 Honoring Legends and Community Events
• 56:32 Francisco Lindor and Philanthropy
• 01:04:35 Knicks' Performance and Mental Fortitude
• 01:08:37 NBA Landscape Changes
• 01:10:24 Injury Impact on Predictions
• 01:11:35 Excitement in the NBA Season
• 01:13:22 Ballon d'Or Upset
• 01:14:15 Canelo Alvarez's Comeback
• 01:16:55 Boxing Rivalries and Legacy
• 01:24:13 Saudi Arabia's Sports Investments
• 01:28:13 Future of the Podcast

EPISODE DESCRIPTION

The Brewers just did the unthinkable—and now the whole baseball world has to catch up. After sweeping the Dodgers, Julio and Julio break down why Milwaukee looks like a team of destiny, why Tampa Bay keeps winning with a fraction of the payroll, and why the old rules about stars, spending, and “big market” power might be dead.They dig into the most shocking playoff swing of the year, from Milwaukee’s ruthless counterpunches to the Rays’ ability to turn overlooked arms like Freddie Peralta into postseason weapons again. Along the way, they tackle the deeper question hanging over October: is this about great coaching, elite scouting, or teams that simply know how to win without the spotlight?You’ll also hear the guys go after the Dodgers’ collapse, debate Kevin Cash’s mix of analytics and instinct, and ask whether MLB is finally getting exposed for how badly it markets its own stars. Then the conversation shifts to the Knicks’ banner night, where Hector Beauchamp joins in to unpack the emotion, the failures, and the pressure that followed a historic celebration at MSG.Hector brings the modern basketball angle too, from Karl-Anthony Towns’ foul trouble to OG Anunoby’s next-step season, Jalen Brunson’s workload, and whether the NBA’s next great rivalry is already forming between Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and the Spurs–Thunder. He also weighs in on dark horse contenders, the Yankees’ Aaron Boone situation, and the bigger question of who is actually built to win in this new sports era.If you want sharp sports debate, real fandom, and a few fearless predictions that will have you arguing back in the comments, this one delivers. Perfect for anyone who loves baseball, Knicks basketball, and the kind of heated, personality-filled conversation that makes sports talk worth listening to.

Hector Beauchamp is Latino Sports’ director of social media and the voice behind multiple New York basketball and baseball shows, including Uptown Sports TV, Yankees Morning Brew, and a new Knicks drive-home show. He brings deep Knicks insight, digital media expertise, and a sharp eye for the changing NBA landscape.

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No Good Sports Podcast: NFL Racism, Latino Baseball History, and MLB’s Marketing Problem

Julio A. and "Julio Pabón Santiago Rivera" as we now know, open with the Brian Flores lawsuit and use it as a springboard into a wider conversation about racism in sports leadership, especially in the NFL and Major League Baseball. They also dig into Latino history in football, the cost of youth baseball, and why MLB struggles to market stars like Shohei Ohtani to a broader audience.

The discussion connects individual cases to broader patterns, compares how major leagues handle race, branding, and opportunity, and turns to a lively playoff conversation about the Dodgers, Brewers, Rays, and Guardians.

Key topics

The Brian Flores case and the unsealed Korn Ferry hiring memo

The “polished” and “articulate” stereotypes applied to Black and Latino professionals

Latino history in pro football, including Lou Molinet, Steve Van Buren, Tom Flores, and Jim Plunkett

Barriers to coaching and executive opportunities in the NFL

The rising cost of youth baseball, including travel teams and year-round training

MLB’s Latino outreach and the accessibility of the sport

Shohei Ohtani as a global star and a missed marketing opportunity for MLB

The Dodgers’ playoff performance and the Brewers’ energy and execution

The Rays and Guardians, payroll disparities, and the value of small-ball tactics