Stadium Politics, RaysUp, & Women's #BaseballWorldCupW in Rockford

368 BaseballBiz On Deck Episode Show NotesMark Corbett hosts solo while Mat Germain enjoys vacation in Nova Scotia. Mat continues following MLB trade deadline developments and shares updates on BlueSky. Recommendation to subscribe to Brent Cardy's new Substack, The Cardy Show, featuring Blue Jays analysis and baseball history.  https://thecardyshow.substackDiscussion of Brent Cardy's recent article examining Max Scherzer's future and postseason outlook. Lou Schiff's Miami Marlins endure a 12-game losing streak before taking three games from the Phillies. Brief look at the struggling New York Mets and upcoming Marlins-Mets series. MLB trade deadline preview including speculation surrounding Tarik Skubal, Luis Arraez, and starting pitcher movement. Rays top draft pick Grady Emerson makes his first visit to Tropicana Field and a rapid development path and possibility of reaching the majors within two years. Curtis Mead is traded from Washington to Boston in exchange for pitching prospect Connelly Early. Explanation of cupping therapy after Rays players are seen with circular treatment marks during batting practice. Rays continue leading the American League Update on Tampa Rays stadium negotiations and the latest City Council developments. Discussion of council members opposing forwarding stadium documents to the state. Mayor Jane Castor and stadium negotiation process. Commentary on Councilman Bill Carlson's criticism of the negotiations and his mayoral campaign. Reflection on the economic and community impact of keeping the Rays in Tampa. Mark encourages Tampa baseball fans to contact elected officials and support efforts to keep the Rays in the city. Recognition of Ken Babby for his public outreach and willingness to answer questions about the Rays' future stadium plans. Additional reaction to new comments from Bill Carlson following meetings with Ken Babby. Review of the WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage in Rockford, Illinois. Congratulations to Ryan Woodward and the International Women's Baseball Center for hosting a successful international tournament. Teams competing include the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, China, and South Korea. Highlights from Team USA players and coverage available through streaming broadcasts. Inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League beginning in Springfield, Illinois. Players to watch Kelsie Whitmore, Danae Benitez, and Valerie Perez. Special replay of a classic interview with All American Girls Professional Baseball League players Sue Zipay and Lois Youngen. AAGPBL, Rockford Peaches, South Bend Blue Sox & Fort Wayne Daisies. Over 100 games a seasonClosing encouragement for listeners to support baseball at every level from youth leagues to professional baseball. Subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck for weekly coverage of MLB, the Tampa Bay Rays, women's baseball, top prospects and the business of baseball.