The Show Before the Show: Episode 413

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

Ben talks to Sam about his trip to Montgomery, his son's first Minor League game and the view of the season's first half from a business and promotional standpoint.

Michael Cuddyer interview (23:06)

Fifteen-year Major Leaguer Michael Cuddyer speaks to Sam about his role as 18U National Team manager, the purpose of the PDP League and his own Minor League career.

Top 100/Futures Game discussion (31:44)

Sam returns to last week's discussion about the MLB Pipeline Top 100 now that a new No. 1 has been set and also looks at the All-Star Futures Game rosters following their reveal this week.

Ghosts of the Minors/Picks of the Week/Wrapping up (43:35)

Josh enumerates his options in this week's Ghosts of the Minors, and Ben and Sam provide a game and promo to watch in the days ahead.