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Overcoming failures and adversity in baseball + the future of MLB ft. Michael "The Fort" McKenry

In this episode of F.O.T.T., Michael "The Fort" McKenry shares his journey from a passionate young baseball player to a major league star! He reflects on significant moments such as his first home run, the challenges he faced, and the impact of key figures like AJ Burnett and Andrew McCutchen on his career. The discussion also delves into the current state of the Pittsburgh Pirates, the importance of building a winning culture, and the potential of upcoming prospects. Mike emphasizes the need for management to foster a supportive environment for players and the significance of community in baseball. The boys and Mike delve into various aspects of baseball management, team culture, and player performance, as well as the implications of hiring interim managers, the future of baseball contracts, and the importance of team dynamics in achieving success. The boys also touch on the Dodgers' winning strategies, the potential of the Orioles, and the role of catchers in team dynamics. Lastly, they analyze the Framber Valdez incident, highlighting communication issues within teams, and conclude with a hopeful outlook for the Pirates' future in 2026. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mike the Fort McKenry 02:46 The Journey to Major League Baseball 05:47 Overcoming Challenges and Defining Success 08:53 Draft Day Experience and First Hit 11:35 Facing Major League Pitchers 14:38 Memorable Moments in the MLB 22:52 Facing the Giants: Cliff Lee and Cole Hamels 24:52 Leadership Dynamics: AJ Burnett and Andrew McCutchen 29:46 The State of the Pirates: Current Challenges and Future Prospects 38:36 Building a Winning Culture: The Pirates' Path Forward 43:31 Evaluating Interim Management Decisions 45:40 The Impact of Coaching Styles on Team Performance 48:34 Salary Cap Discussions and Player Compensation 51:34 The Dodgers' Winning Culture and Team Dynamics 59:21 Future Prospects for the Orioles and Pirates 01:04:57 The Love for Baseball 01:05:49 Staying Focused During a Long Season 01:08:11 Life Beyond Baseball 01:10:01 The Psychology of High-Level Performance 01:12:24 Handling Conflict in the Locker Room 01:12:29 The Framber Valdez Cross-Up Incident 01:17:20 The Pirates' Future Prospects Keywords baseball, MLB, Fort McKenry, Pittsburgh Pirates, first home run, draft day, player development, AJ Burnett, Andrew McCutchen, prospects, coaching, baseball, management, contracts, team culture, Dodgers, Orioles, catcher, performance, Framber Valdez, Pirates https://linktr.ee/Flagonthetake #sports #sportspodcast #podcast #podcasts #comedy #mlb #baseball #baseballlife #pittsburgh #pittsburghpirates #sportstalk #pirates