About time. I've listened the past couple of years on the internet, but this should be interesting to say the least. Date and time aren't conducive for working stiffs, but there's always TIVO.
Draft on ESPN2
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thats great. i know i will be tuned in. and yes it is "about time"
It's been a long time coming. Looking forward to it! 
frank
a year to late.
a year to late.
I am hoping that it will do good the first time. I've listened on the radio and on MLB.com. It's way different from the NFL draft. But just as exciting for parents and players.
As much as I like the idea, I fear that it will be a 1 year and done deal. I just don't think very many people will tune into this. Are they going to have some of the kids there live? Many of the college players will still be playing ball. I just don't see that it will work.
quote:Originally posted by 316sports:
As much as I like the idea, I fear that it will be a 1 year and done deal. I just don't think very many people will tune into this. Are they going to have some of the kids there live? Many of the college players will still be playing ball. I just don't see that it will work.
At first thought, I agreed that it may be on and gone. But then I started thinking about all the other so-called sporting events that pollute the airways and cable (meaning they could be showing more baseball games).
And what was this chess-boxing thing on Sports Center the other day?
I'll watch the draft if I can find the deuce on a TV somewhere.
From a ratings standpoint, it's in the afternoon on a weekday; probably not a highly viewed time slot anyway. What else might they be running at that time?
I'm not sure if I'll be glued to it but it sure as heck beats college bowling, billiards, poker, etc!!!!
I actually think it will outdraw whatever else they would put in that time slot. They are planning on doing the first round only. I'm guessing a lot of MLB fans will watch to see who their favorite team selects and to get a look at that player.
ESPN will be at our National Predraft filming players. We have sent them a lot of photos (for graphics) and video of top players. I think they will build this up over the next month and create a lot of interest.
The bottom line is that it's a good promotion for baseball.
ESPN will be at our National Predraft filming players. We have sent them a lot of photos (for graphics) and video of top players. I think they will build this up over the next month and create a lot of interest.
The bottom line is that it's a good promotion for baseball.
PG you need to get the job and be the Mel Kiper of the MLB draft.
deldad,
Bottom line... That would be a BAD promotion for baseball.
However we have a few other people who will be involved and others, like myself, who will be helping from a hiding place.
Bottom line... That would be a BAD promotion for baseball.
However we have a few other people who will be involved and others, like myself, who will be helping from a hiding place.
quote:Originally posted by deldad:
PG you need to get the job and be the Mel Kiper of the MLB draft.
I'll second that proposal!
quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
I actually think it will outdraw whatever else they would put in that time slot. They are planning on doing the first round only. I'm guessing a lot of MLB fans will watch to see who their favorite team selects and to get a look at that player.
ESPN will be at our National Predraft filming players. We have sent them a lot of photos (for graphics) and video of top players. I think they will build this up over the next month and create a lot of interest.
The bottom line is that it's a good promotion for baseball.
I was talking to '08 son a couple of weeks ago about NFL vs. MLB drafts. He said the big difference: no highlight films. Good point. There are usually a number of HS players selected. How many of their games are taped? How many college games? (Probably quite a few in college, but I doubt it's anything like football or basketball.)
I hadn't heard of the PG's National Predraft. Sounds like a good idea. I looked at the website and it was a little lean on information. PG, could you tell us more? Are all these guys college players?
quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
deldad,
Bottom line... That would be a BAD promotion for baseball.
Surely, you jest!
However we have a few other people who will be involved and others, like myself, who will be helping from a hiding place.
ESPN Names Perfect Game ESPN’s Leading Authority on Amateur Baseball
Looks like the draftee's background information presented on the show will be thorough and acurate. Will 5 minutes between selections be enough?
quote:ESPN Names Perfect Game ESPN’s Leading Authority on Amateur Baseball
Kudos are in order even though we here at HSBBW knew that all along!
More small steps forward for baseball----great step
agree that it's a step in the right direction
quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
The bottom line is that it's a good promotion for baseball.
I think you're right and congrats on your involvement.
PG Now that you are moving and shaking at ESPN please make sure Stongest Man Competition is not pre-empted.
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Wow!
All the players my sons have watched and played against over the years getting selected....
...AND my favorite Amateur Baseball analyst PGStaff doing the round by round?
..In the immortal words of Shoeless Joe...
"Is this heaven?"
44
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Wow!
All the players my sons have watched and played against over the years getting selected....
...AND my favorite Amateur Baseball analyst PGStaff doing the round by round?
..In the immortal words of Shoeless Joe...
"Is this heaven?"
44.