RaysUp Junior Caminero - 40 HR & a visit to LLWS with Chris

BaseballBiz On Deck – Rays & Junior Caminero RisingRays rebound to reach .500, winning 8 of last 10 gamesMariners series pivotal in reigniting playoff hopesRoster shakeups pay dividends:Carson Williams’ call-up sparks momentum Tristan Gray contributes key hits Josh Lowe heating up after strugglesJunior Caminero shines:Hits 40th HR of the season, joins elite Rays companyReaches 100 RBIs milestoneEmerging as the face and future cornerstone of the team Pitching & Team PerformanceAdrian Houser dominates early with efficiency on the moundShane Baz & Drew Rasmussen showing strong form down the stretchRays bullpen management critical Waivers & Roster MovesHa-Seong Kim waived, picked up by Braves - Rays free up future payroll flexibility Full confidence in Carson WilliamsJunior Caminero projected for $250M+ dealRising energy from young players: Chandler Simpson, Jake Mangum, Richie PalaciosVeteran anchors Yandy Díaz & Brandon Lowe guiding the youth Lou Piniella  spotted at game, connecting Rays & Mariners historyCurrent Mariner’s manager ejection during the game MLB EjectionsRafael Devers first-inning brawl with Rockies former Ray Willy Adames and Matt Chapman ejectedJose Caballero (Yankees) ejected again for fiery exchange with umpireBroader trend of ejections, intensity rising in September playoff racesRays sit just 2.5 games back of Mariners in Wild Card raceRays outscored opponents 60–28 since Aug. 22, with MLB-best extra-base hit margin (+26)Little League World Series -- Williamsport Experience:Mark & Chris traveled 600 miles to Williamsport, PA, for the LLWS semifinals.U.S. teams included Connecticut, Las Vegas, Sioux Falls (SD), & South Carolina.International teams featured Venezuela, Chinese Taipei, the Caribbean, & Japan.Standout performances: Connecticut’s squad, and dynamic brothers excelling at multiple positions.Pitch count limits (85 pitches max per game) and how teams manage all-star rosters.Little League field dimensions (46 ft. mound-to-plate, 60 ft. bases) and how size/athleticism impacts play.Chinese Taipei fans brought instruments and chants, creating a WBC-like atmosphere.Players bowing to umpires and catchers.Dormitory living fosters camaraderie across teams.Sportsmanship award highlighted as a tradition of the LLWS.LLWS History & Trivia:Tournament founded in 1947, always hosted in South Williamsport, PA.Ages 10–12, with many future MLB players coming through.Trivia: 15 players have won both the Little League World Series and the MLB World Series, including Cody Bellinger, Michael Conforto, Dwight Gooden, Gary Sheffield, Jason Varitek, and more.Off the Field:From ballpark classics to international cuisine on “the hill.”Visit to the Little League Museum featuring Cy Young memorabilia, “Girls with Game” exhibits, and mascot Dugout.Chris recommends everyone attend at least once—affordable, family-friendly, and unforgettable.Best insider tip: watch at least one game from the outfield at Lamade Stadium for a unique fan experienceYou can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at  [email protected] BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps