MLB Network Presents - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
The Odd Couple: Bochy and Flannery
A look at the unique friendship between Giants manager Bruce Bochy and his long-time third base coach Tim Flannery. Those interviewed include wives Kim and Donna; Grateful Dead's Bob Weir; and the sisters of injured Giants fan Bryan Stow.
Nasty Boys: The 1990 Cincinnati Reds
A 25-year retrospective on fiery relief pitchers Norm Charlton, Randy Myers and Rob Dibble and the Reds' run to the 1990 World Series title. Included: Lou Piniella, Barry Larkin, Paul O'Neill, Marty Brennaman and ex-Cincinnati mayor Jerry Springer.
The Offseason: Hope in Chicago and Miami
Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo and Giancarlo Stanton are featured in a look at offseason moves for the Cubs and Marlins as they build and invest for the future. Bob Costas hosts.
Hall Of Fame Pitchers: Smoltz & Pedro
Behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Pedro Martinez and John Smoltz as they get the call to Cooperstown
The Story of Billy Bean
Billy Bean details his experience as one of just two former MLB players to publicly come out as gay. Bean left the game shortly after the death of his partner in 1995, having spent parts of six seasons with the Tigers, Dodgers and Padres.
Buck Showalter: A Life in Baseball
An in-depth look at the passion and philosophy that have been at the core of Orioles manager Buck Showalter through more than two decades of coaching and managing with four MLB clubs.
Randy Johnson: The Big Picture
An intimate portrait of 2015 Hall of Fame inductee Randy Johnson, looking at his transformative journey from raw talent to dominant force. Narrated by Metallica lead singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Hetfield.
Aaron, Bench, Koufax & Mays
Honored as baseball's "Greatest Living Players" at the All-Star Game in Cincinnati, Hank Aaron, Johnny Bench, Sandy Koufax and Willie Mays, sit down for an interview with Bob Costas.
Royal in Kansas City 30 Years Later
Royals World Series winners from 2015 and 1985 discuss their journeys and the impact their titles had on the city. Interviewees include franchise icon George Brett, Frank White, Bret Saberhagen, Eric Hosmer and Ned Yost.
Lenny Randle: The Most Interesting Man in Baseball
A look at the colorful life and 12-year MLB career of Lenny Randle, who discusses from his home in Italy why Rolling Stone dubbed him "the most interesting man in baseball." Narrated by comedian and Mets fan Jim Breuer.
The 8th Wonder of the World: The Astrodome
The Houston Astrodome's 50th anniversary is celebrated with a look at the stadium's greatest moments and its place in history. Featured: President George H.W. Bush; Dan Rather; Nolan Ryan; Billie Jean King; and ex-Astros Jimmy Wynn and Larry Dierker.
Hawk: The Colorful Life of Ken Harrelson
An hour-long documentary, narrated by Bob Costas, will feature Hawk telling stories of what "Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams thought of each other's playing ability; his friendship with Mickey Mantle; meeting Hall of Fame NFL coach Vince Lombardi; and being encouraged to pursue professional golf by Jack Nicklaus.
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