In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome Nationals GM Mike Rizzo to the podcast! Mike talks about being a player under Joe Maddon and how his career went from playing to being in the front office. We touch on blending old school and new methods to improve scouting and player evaluations. Joe stresses how he prefers leadership by empowerment, not leadership by control. We wrap up by honoring Ed Kranepool and James Earl Jones, noting their contributions to the baseball community.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci, we begin September with an eye on the postseason races. Tom points out another milestone that Shohei Ohtani is chasing this season. Have the new rules helped teams with stealing bases? Joe explains his approach and strategy on the bases and how that's changed. Plus, we touch on the A's leaving Oakland and the future changes for the franchise.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look at hitting and the unbelievable skill of Aaron Judge at the plate. Joe explains the tips and tricks he used to keep his batters prepared. Tom is amazed how the Mariners can have such great pitching, but completely miss the mark with hitting. Speaking of pitching, we highlight the best players on the mound this year and their strategies against the great hitters.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci discuss teams picking up their levels of play. We focus on the importance of the bullpen and the teams that are the most solid. Is Shohei Ohtani your NL MVP favorite as a DH? We move to music and talk about it's impact on the game. Joe explains why he likes walk-up music and how it took some time for the rally monkey to catch on in Anaheim!

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Episode 101 of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast continues with Jerry Seinfeld asking Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci his baseball questions! Jerry is curious about nightly baseball routines and wants to know who our hosts see in the World Series. Comparing baseball to comedy, Jerry reveals some of the pitfalls he avoided and how he kept his career on track. We wrap our conversation with the comedy icon in the latest episode of 'The Book of Joe'.

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We're celebrating Episode 100 of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast and what better way than to welcome a special guest to the show! Jerry Seinfeld joins Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci to explain why he loves baseball so much and how it compares to his day job. Jerry airs some grievances bringing up the new rules and why one doesn't fit his traditionalist background! Interesting and hilarious...it's Part One of Jerry Seinfeld on 'The Book of Joe'

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci explain why we didn't see any blockbuster deals before the trade deadline. Which team made the most impactful moves that will make a difference? Tom was puzzled by the Orioles and seeing the Rays/Marlins combine to move 18 players. Plus, a tease for a very special guest coming up on Episode 100 of The Book of Joe!

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci recap Hall of Fame weekend sharing stories of Jim Leyland, Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer. The Trading Deadline is July 30th. Which teams are looking to deal and what contenders will be stocking the shelves. Tom offers up several names on the block while Joe explains why some deals shouldn't be done!

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