The Keith Law Show – Details, episodes & analysis

Keith is joined by Nik Sharma, the author of the new cookbook, Veg-table. He attempts to combine vegetable recipes with big flavor through a science background. Follow Keith on social: @keithlaw Follow Nik on social: @abrowntable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by author Matt Singer who's new book Opposable Thumbs dives into the relationship of Gene Siskel & Roger Ebert and the long lasting impact of their hit movie review show, Siskel & Ebert. Follow Keith on X: @keithlaw Follow Matt on X: @mattsinger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Sheehan is back! He and Keith take a big picture look at next week's MLB Draft and All-Star weekend. They have ideas for how the league can fix the Future's Game. They also get into pitcher development and what could be done differently through the minor leagues. The guys also discuss the early movement before the trade deadline. Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow Joe on Twitter: @joe_sheehan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by Mariners outfielder Taylor Trammell to discuss baseball's need for change to attract and retain Black players -- including necessary adjustments at the youth levels and to college scholarships -- and the importance of representation.  Rundown 1:35 Where is Baseball Failing to Get Black Players On the Field? 7:10 How Limited Scholarships Reduce Interest in Baseball 14:14 What Needs to Change in Little League to Retain Players? 19:55 The Importance of Representation Read Taylor's piece 'Baseball Is Not Black Enough' at the Players' Tribune: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/articles/baseball-is-not-black-enough-taylor-trammell-mlb Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taytram24 Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss the opportunity that might lead to the end of Billy Beane's time with the A's, the future of the franchise in Oakland, the evolution of Liam Hendriks, the chances of a reunion with pending free agent Marcus Semien, and more.  Rundown 3:17 The Opportunity that May Lead Billy Beane to Leave the A’s 7:08 Why MLB Might Be Opposed to Public Team Ownership 10:48 The A’s Future in Oakland & Ongoing Stadium Saga 14:11 The Evolution of Liam Hendriks an an Elite Reliever 18:39 Marcus Semien’s Foray Into Free Agency After a Step Back in 2020 21:09 Thoughts on the LCS & World Series 26:13 Appreciating the Rays Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow Susan on Twitter: @susanslusser Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month at theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by Eric Karabell of ESPN to discuss the "real" portion of the MLB playoffs, vulnerabilities in the Atlanta rotation, the adjustments the Phillies should make after a disappointing 2020, and whether teams should pursue A.J. Hinch and Alex Cora to fill current managerial vacancies.  Rundown 3:02 The Real Playoffs Have Begun 5:15 Is It Time to Increase Balls in Play? 10:06 How Much Better Are the Dodgers than the Braves? 15:05 Vulnerabilities in the Atlanta Rotation 19:23 What Should the Phillies Do Now? 28:04 Would You Give A.J. Hinch and Alex Cora a Second Chance? Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow Eric on Twitter: @karabelleric Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by LaVelle Neal of the Minneapolis Star Tribune to discuss the Twins' early exit from the postseason, Byron Buxton's 2020 power surge, and the decisions facing the front office during the offseason.  Rundown 3:27 Why Can’t These Twins Win in the Postseason? 8:07 Did the Twins Go to the Bullpen Too Quickly in the Wild Card Round? 11:21 Why Wasn’t Byron Buxton Available for Game 2? 13:37 Buxton’s 2020 Power Surge & Adjustments 16:37 Alex Kirilloff & The Offseason Decision on Eddie Rosario 21:22 Will Nelson Cruz Return? 23:05 Future Plans for Jake Odorizzi & Rich Hill 26:20 What Will the Twins Do Behind the Plate Next Season? Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow LaVelle on Twitter: @LaVelleNeal Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic to discuss the unanswered development questions for prospects in 2020, the impressive rise of the Padres, the Dodgers' status as favorites to win the World Series, and what wrong for the D-backs in a disappointing season.  Rundown 2:44 Unanswered Player Development Questions in 2020 5:02 General Impressions of the West This Season 9:25 San Diego Puts It Together 15:03 Will a Championship in 2020 Will Be Legitimate? 19:58 Are the Dodgers the Clear-Cut Favorites? 23:13 The D-backs Postmortem Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlaw Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickpiecoro Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by The Athletic's Kaitlyn McGrath, who is covering the Blue Jays from Toronto while the team spends the 2020 season temporarily relocated in Buffalo. They discuss the challenges of remote team coverage, the surprising promotion of Alejandro Kirk, the Jays' decision to add players at the trade deadline, and the lack of progress from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in Year 2.  Rundown3:25 The Challenge of Covering a Team Remotely6:23 How Much Has Access Changed This Season?9:10 A Clear Communication Hierarchy12:04 Building Rapport & Providing More Detailed Analysis with In-Person Coverage16:54 Dealing with Limited Information From the Alternate Site19:10 Alejandro Kirk’s Surprising Leap from High-A to Toronto25:21 Evaluating the Jays’ Trade Deadline Approach29:08 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s Development in Year 2 Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawFollow Kaitlyn on Twitter: @kaitlyncmcgrath Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith is joined by Adnan Virk from MLB Network, DAZN & Host of the Cinephile Podcast to discuss the 2020 playoff races, the most exciting plays in baseball, and films to look forward to in the months ahead. Rundown5:50 What Have You Been Watching the Most This Season?11:26 Feelings About 2020 Rules Changes & Playoff Format15:19 The Most Exciting Plays (and Pitches) in Baseball18:58 Most Important Pitcher Skills21:31 Movies & Returning to Theaters with New Seating Preferences24:00 Films To Look Forward To31:27 Check Out Adnan’s Podcast — Cinephile! Follow Keith on Twitter: @KeithLawFollow Adnan on Twitter: @adnansvirk Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/klaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices