10.5.24
Episode 27
Arabia Wolves Outfielder Connor Panas Driven By The Passion To Win
Arabia Wolves outfielder Connor Panas joins the show to share insights from over a decade of professional baseball. Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in 2015, Connor reached Triple-A before transitioning to the independent leagues. As a longtime member of the Canadian National Team, he discusses the meaning of representing his country in international tournaments and the added pressure that comes with it. Connor reflects on last year’s All-Star Showcase, highlighting how Baseball United successfully brought together so many talented individuals for a greater mission. He emphasizes the influence of Baseball United’s leaders, including Chairman & CEO Kash Shaikh and the legendary ownership group. Connor expresses his enthusiasm for the league’s role in growing baseball internationally, what it means to be one of the first players to help bring the sport to the region, and his excitement to return to Dubai and compete.
What We Discuss
- 0:30 Intro
- 2:53 Getting drafted by his hometown Toronto Blue Jays
- 6:06 Playing alongside Toronto's top prospects
- 8:45 Getting traded to the San Diego Padres
- 13:53 Biggest difference between affiliated and Independent League baseball
- 15:43 Representing Canada in international tournaments
- 17:55 What this game means to Connor
- 18:44 Connor’s mental approach to the game
- 21:02 How Connor got involved in Baseball United
- 22:20 What makes Baseball United unique
- 23:07 The construction of the Baseball United Ballpark
- 24:21 The inspiring leadership of Baseball United Chairman & CEO Kash Shaikh
- 25:05 The worldwide impact of the Baseball United ownership group
- 26:02 Being one of the first players to grow the game in the Middle East and South Asia
- 26:51 Playing alongside prospects at last year’s All-Star Showcase
- 28:02 The impact of the upcoming Baseball United Arab Classic (November 7-10, 2024)
- 29:04 The energy surrounding the Baseball United Cup (February 22 - March 1, 2025)
- 30:11 Everyone wanting to be involved in Baseball United
- 30:59 Excitement for Baseball United Season 1 (October 23 - November 23, 2025)
- 32:37 The on-field talent throughout Baseball United
- 33:03 Connor’s message to the fans
