The Show Before the Show: Episode 331

Toledo front office combines work with Mud Hens, Walleye

Baseball and hockey mascots all work under the same corporate roof in Toledo. (Scott W. Grau/MiLB.com)

By MiLB.com Staff

October 29, 2021

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Intro/Ben's Biz Banter (0:00)

Tyler, Sam and Ben open this week's show by looking at the two newest Ballpark Guides on Lynchburg and Myrtle Beach. Ben also previews his recap of his designated eaters from the 2021 season.

Mixing baseball and hockey in Toledo (16:12)

Toledo director of strategic planning and projects Mike Keedy talks to the crew about how the front office balances working for both the city's Triple-A and ECHL clubs during the season. He also previews the Walleye's outdoor games to be played at Fifth Third Field in December.

Checking in on the Arizona Fall League (34:15)

Tyler and Sam go over some of the early storylines from the AFL season, including how and why the hitters are ahead of the pitchers in the showcase circuit.

Ghosts of the Minors/Wrapping up (52:10)

Before Tyler and Sam conclude for the week, Josh takes a youthful turn in this week's game-show segment.