Episode Details

The crew dives into the origins of To The Majors before welcoming Buck Showalter for a masterclass in baseball leadership and longevity. Buck reflects on his humble beginnings, JUCO dominance, and transition into coaching that led to his first opportunity with the Yankees. He shares stories about managing legends like Mariano Rivera and Derek Jeter while keeping the game evolving. Buck opens up about standing on principle, leading one of the biggest turnarounds in MLB history, and stops in Arizona, Texas, Baltimore, and New York. The conversation closes with insights on communication, developing young talent, and whether he still has the itch to manage.