Making Markets
Episode 30 Pitching for Success
Making Markets

Episode 30: Pitching for Success

Making Markets

Episode 30

Pitching for Success

Corey Kluber is a three-time MLB All-Star. We cover what it takes to succeed as an elite athlete, the market for baseball professionals, and his strong views on childhood athletics.

(00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets

(00:03:16) The Evolution of Youth Sports and Parental Pressure

(00:04:06) College Athletics, Scouting, and the Draft Process

(00:11:53) Navigating the Professional World: Agents and Contracts

(00:16:04) The Impact of NIL on College Sports and Beyond

(00:19:25) Economics of Being a Pro Baseball Player

(00:22:00) The Mindset of a Professional Athlete

(00:24:08) Insights into Player Perspectives and Offseason Dynamics

(00:32:02) Transitioning from Professional Sports to Retirement

(00:33:33) Media Relations and Athlete Narratives

(00:35:04) Improving Baseball's Appeal and Pace of Play

(00:40:27) The Future of Baseball and Labor Relations

 

Pitching for Success

Introduction

Eric
My guest today is Corey Kluber. For those who follow baseball, Corey was a three-time MLB All-Star 2-time Cy Young Award winner and one of the greatest pictures of the last decade. Today, he takes us on a tour through his career and what it takes to succeed as an elite athlete. We'll also talk about the market for athletes, his strong views on childhood athletics, his plans for the future and more. As a Boston resident and Boston Red Sox fan, it was an honor and privilege to interview a former star. Please enjoy this episode with Corey Kluber.

Childhood Sports

Eric
Corey, this is definitely a first for me. I get to interview my first professional baseball player, two Cy Youngs, 13 years in the league and retired from the best team in Major League Baseball, the Boston Red Sox, at their best.

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