9.13.24
Episode 24
Robbie Ross Jr. Reflects on MLB Journey & The Impact of Baseball United
Mumbai Cobras pitcher Robbie Ross Jr. joins the show to reflect on his experiences in the Major Leagues and beyond. Robbie discusses his time with the Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox, sharing memorable stories of playing alongside legends like David Ortiz and Mookie Betts. He highlights his experience at the All-Star Showcase in Dubai and the potential for baseball’s growth in the UAE. Robbie dives into the unique atmosphere of playing in Dubai, the unity among players from diverse backgrounds, and the impact Baseball United is having in the Middle East and South Asia. The conversation wraps up with a look at upcoming events and the excitement of building a new fanbase in the region.
What We Discuss
- 0:30 Intro
- 3:52 High school spotlight and national attention
- 7:32 Reflecting on his MLB debut
- 11:09 Learning his curveball from Yu Darvish
- 13:05 Impact of pitching coach Mike Maddux
- 14:44 Trade from Texas to Boston
- 17:06 Adjusting to the intensity of Red Sox fans
- 18:25 Playing in Boston
- 22:13 Ownership group's influence on and off the field
- 23:26 Inspired by Baseball United’s mission
- 24:35 Dubai as a premier sports destination
- 25:25 Future success of Baseball United
- 26:07 Adaptability of Baseball United’s leadership
- 27:02 Taking the mound in Dubai for the first time
- 28:39 Humility of all the players involved in Baseball United
- 30:10 Playing alongside emerging prospects from other countries
- 31:55 The Arab Classic driving baseball’s growth in the region
- 32:44 Excitement for the BU Cup and BU Season 1
- 34:15 Giving fans a chance to fall in love with the game
- 34:56 Final message to the fans
