Outside the Box with Jeff Conine
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratings17-year MLB veteran Jeff Conine and founder of Justbaseball.com Aram Leighton get together twice per week to cover the hottest topics in baseball, stories from Niner's 20-year professional career, and interviews with prominent figures in the game.
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Episodes
Jeff's Opening Day Memories, WBC Recap and Marlins Spring Training Takeaways
March 30, 2023 02:14 - 56 minutesJeff Conine discusses his favorite Opening Day Memories, recaps his takeaways from the incredible World Baseball Classic (which included him throwing out the first pitch) and discusses his takeaways from Spring Training after working with the Marlins players all March!
Is Todd Helton A Hall of Famer? + The Carlos Correa Drama and Big Contracts
January 06, 2023 21:24 - 50 minutesJeff Conine discusses the Coors effect and how much it should impact Helton's Hall of Fame candidacy, provides a player's perspective on the Carlos Correa saga as well as big contracts and pre-arbitration deals!
Jeff Conine Discusses His Return to the Marlins Organization
November 23, 2022 15:20 - 45 minutesMr. Marlin is back! Jeff Conine talks about what it means to return to the Marlins and how he can help the franchise push into the right direction. Also, with MLB free agency looming, Niner takes us inside the mind of a free agent player.
What It Takes To Win A World Series + What Makes Dave Dombrowski Great
October 28, 2022 19:14 - 50 minutesJeff Conine recounts the Marlins 2003 World Series run and explains what it takes to win it all as the underdog. Why Dave Dombrowski is one of the best GMs to do it How much does time off really affect players or were the NLDS upsets a coincidence Thoughts on Marlins hiring of Skip Schumacher Jeff's World Series prediction and more!
Fernando Tatis Suspended for PEDs, Greatest Teams Jeff Played Against
August 15, 2022 20:35 - 59 minutesJeff Conine provides his thoughts on the Fernando Tatis Jr. suspension and how it can impact the Padres clubhouse. Also, Niner lists the most talented teams he ever played against.
Constructing the Best Player of All Time: Taking a Tool From Each Legend Jeff Faced
July 26, 2022 19:01 - 55 minutesJeff Conine goes through each of the most impressive individual tools he played with or against to construct the best player of all time. Also, Jeff and Aram discuss the Nick Castellanos disagreement with a reporter.
The Nastiest Pitches Jeff Conine Ever Saw + Niner Hangs the Marlins New World Series Banners
April 13, 2022 17:17 - 56 minutesJeff Conine discusses his return to the Marlins home ballpark and the experience of hanging up the new World Series banners as we reach the 25-year anniversary of the Marlins first title. Jeff's favorite Opening Day story Also, Niner puts together the nastiest arsenal possible by taking the best individual pitches from pitchers who he faced!
Niner Starts 6-0 As A College Coach!
March 04, 2022 01:26 - 53 minutesJeff talks about his first week as a college coach, a player's perspective on the lockout and gets a cool gift from our friend at Pillbox Bat Co!
Comparing MLB's Lockout to the 1994 Strike + Niner's Coaching Debut!
February 17, 2022 21:57 - 50 minutesNiner and Aram are back with a packed episode discussing the similarities and differences between MLB's damaging 1994 strike and the current lockout. Also, Jeff gears up for his coaching debut at Florida International University as their season gets under way! Lastly, some 90s baseball trivia!
Boog Sciambi Joins the Show!
January 04, 2022 15:53 - 1 hourFormer Marlins broadcaster (1997-2003) as well as ESPN Sunday Night Baseball and Chicago Cubs voice Boog Sciambi joins the show to take a hilarious stroll down memory lane with his good friend Jeff Conine. From the 1997 and 2003 World Series runs to random stories that are hard to believe, Boog and Jeff chop it up for a must listen episode!
Jayson Stark Discusses Hall of Fame Voting, MLB Lockout, Free Agency Frenzy
November 30, 2021 17:38 - 1 hourSenior MLB Writer at The Athletic and MLB Network Insider Jayson Stark joins the show to discuss one of the most newsworthy weeks we have seen from Major League Baseball in years. From Hall of Fame voting to a Free Agent frenzy and the imminent lockout! Stark takes us through his thoughts as he begins his voting process, remembers covering the 2003 World Series Run in an awesome conversation with Jeff and discusses the future of the game.
World Series Recap, 1990s Braves Dominance, the Risk of Big Contracts
November 08, 2021 15:24 - 57 minutesJeff Conine and Aram Leighton recap the World Series after Niner correctly predicted Braves in six! Also, Jeff talks about facing the three headed monster that the Braves rotation featured for much of the 1990's (Smoltz, Maddux, Glavine). Big contracts: they rarely work out, but we keep giving them out; can we expect them to slow down? Lastly, some David Wright and Buster Posey talk.
World Series Talk, 2003 World Series Similarities, That Time Niner Got a Call From Space
November 01, 2021 22:45 - 48 minutesWe have a Game 6! Jeff Conine knows what it is like to be in the shoes of both teams, having come back from a 3-1 deficit against the Cubs in the 2003 NLCS and also closing out the Yankees on the road for a World Series Title. Niner recounts both situations and gives insight to what each team is feeling right now.
Griffin Conine Joins The Show! + World Series Talk
October 26, 2021 16:25 - 1 hourJeff's son Griffin made the long trip from his bedroom to the living room to record with his dad. The most fun episode we have done includes A recap of Griffin's strong season from Griff and Jeff's perspective How Jeff is able to help Griff in his professional career, but now Griff can help Jeff in his new venture Comparing eras and the difference in pitching World Series Preview Who knows who better? Father/Son trivia questions and more!
AUDIO FIXED: MLB Playoff Discussion, The Bartman Game, Tropicana Field is a Disaster
October 08, 2021 16:43 - 57 minutesJeff Conine and Aram Leighton talk about the exciting Wild Card Games, specifically the greatness of Max Scherzer and Adam Wainwright even when they don't have their best stuff. Also, Jeff recalls the Steve Bartman game at Wrigley and gives a player's perspective on how it all went down. **You won't want to miss that story** Discussion on Tropicana Field and how the stadium is progressively becoming more of a problem. Also, why Fred McGriff belongs in the Hall of Fame!
MLB Playoff Discussion, The Bartman Game, Tropicana Field is a Disaster
October 08, 2021 16:43 - 58 minutes - 79.7 MBJeff Conine and Aram Leighton talk about the exciting Wild Card Games, specifically the greatness of Max Scherzer and Adam Wainwright even when they don't have their best stuff. Also, Jeff recalls the Steve Bartman game at Wrigley and gives a player's perspective on how it all went down. **You won't want to miss that story** Discussion on Tropicana Field and how the stadium is progressively becoming more of a problem. Also, why Fred McGriff belongs in the Hall of Fame!
The Magical Mariners, NL MVP Race, Ichiro's Greatness
September 30, 2021 19:02 - 43 minutesJeff and Aram discuss the incredible run by baseball's most surprising story: the Seattle Mariners. Jeff explains what has been working for them and how they remind him of the 2003 Marlins. A look at the NL MVP race. Should it be Bryce Harper or Juan Soto? Lastly, a discussion on Ichiro. What made him so special on and off the field and where he stacks up all time.
Jeff Conine Mailbag, The Tatis/Machado Situation, A bet with Bo Jackson
September 22, 2021 15:37 - 1 hourOur first mailbag episode as Niner answers all of your questions! From his workout routine during his playing days to which teammate he wouldn't want to fight, Jeff answers all of the hard hitting questions! A look at the Tatis/Machado dispute through he lens of a former player Jeff tells a story of a bet with Bo Jackson which he KNOWS he would've won if the challenge ended up happening. Clayton Kershaw's greatness.
Jeff's First Week as a College Baseball Coach, When is it Okay to Steal Signs? Run Ins with Umpires
September 17, 2021 15:21 - 1 hourJeff Conine talks about his first week as the Associate Head Coach at FIU: What makes a good college baseball player? After the Lindor/Stanton incident, Aram asks Jeff when it is okay to steal signs and when it is not because it seems like current players aren't sure either Jeff discusses his most memorable run ins with umpires, including the infamous Joe West.
Mets Boo Their Own Fans, That Time Jeff Lived in Boog Sciambi's Apartment, the Brutal Minor League Living Conditions
September 03, 2021 16:27 - 53 minutesAs Aram adjusts to New York City, he asks Jeff what his transition was like after being traded to the Mets. Speaking of the Mets, they have been no strangers to the headlines after Javy Baez and Francisco Lindor booed their own fans. Jeff shares his thoughts on that. Also discussion around the inadequate minor league living conditions, what needs to happen for us to see an improvement?
Jeff's Top 5 Most Difficult Pitchers, Longest MLB Games, Yadier Molina Is a Hall of Famer
August 30, 2021 16:39 - 53 minutesJeff walks us through the most difficult starting pitchers for him in his big league career. Oh yeah, and the guys he hit well off of too. After the marathon of a game between the Dodgers and Padres, Jeff talks about some of the longest games he was a part of. As Yadier Molina prepares for his final season, Jeff and Aram discuss just how special the Cardinals lifer has been.
Jeff's All-Time Teammate Team, Angriest Big League Moments, Miguel Cabrera's 500th Homer
August 26, 2021 18:34 - 1 hourJeff builds a roster of former teammates to win a championship. Niner's angriest moments in the bigs (involves slamming a wood bat to a concrete pole), and a conversation on the storied career of Miguel Cabrera.
Which Struggling Teams Should Be Worried?, MLB Payroll Proposal, The Infamous 2011 Marlins Off-Season,
August 24, 2021 00:49 - 58 minutesJeff and Aram discuss some of the scuffling big market teams. Which should be the most worried down the stretch among the Red Sox, Padres, Mets, and Phillies? Jeff weighs in on MLB's Payroll Proposal that lowers the tax threshold and creates a $100 million payroll floor. Also, the infamous 2011 Marlins offseason that saw the team spend hundreds of millions on Jose Reyes, Heath Bell, Mark Buerhle and others. Jeff talks about some big name superstars the Marlins almost reeled in.
MLB Award Predictions, Milestone Moments, Joey Votto is a Hall of Famer
August 18, 2021 22:26 - 1 hourJeff and Aram give their predictions for each of the big MLB awards. As Joey Votto picks up hit number 2,000, Jeff recounts what made a young Votto so special.
NCAA's Weird Recruiting Rules, Prospect Hype, How Important Are MLB Managers?
August 15, 2021 15:35 - 55 minutesNow that Jeff is a college baseball coach, he has had to study the ins and outs of NCAA's recruiting rules which Aram thinks are hilarious. How does prospect hype today compare to the 90s when we didn't have social media and as much importance placed on rankings? Is the hype and expectations resulting from these rankings unfair to the players? How important are MLB managers? Can they really make or break a ball club? Aram thinks their importance is overstated and Jeff chimes in.
MLB's Rule Changes, That One Year Jeff Stole Bases, What is Left of the Cubs?
August 12, 2021 13:34 - 49 minutesJeff Conine and Aram Leighton discuss baseball's rule changes. Should MLB go back to before or keep some of the new rules? Spoiler: Jeff hates all of them. Jeff describes what made Andre Dawson so special and why he really was one of the best players of his generation. The one year where Jeff (kinda) stole bases and what is left of the decimated Cubs roster. What is it like playing on a team that just traded everyone away?
Hall of Fame Voting, Dodgers vs. Astros, Jeff's Most Memorable Brawl
August 04, 2021 20:36 - 54 minutesA little bit of controversy in the latest episode, as Jeff and Aram discuss Hall of Fame voting. Jeff gives his thoughts on each of the controversial players and whether they should be inducted as well as some of those who are teetering on the edge of being HOF caliber. A deep dive into the intricacies of the Hall of Fame ballot. Also, the Dodgers vs. Astros series has the makings to be must see TV. Jeff and Aram preview the series and talk about Jeff's most memorable brawl of his career. DEF...
Trade Deadline Recap, Jeff's Deadline Story, Are the Dodgers Beatable?
July 31, 2021 20:56 - 59 minutesJeff and Aram recap the crazy MLB Trade Deadline, who is best positioned for a playoff run? Also, Jeff shares his incredible story of being traded 30,000 feet in the air right at the 2003 deadline buzzer. A look at Cody Bellinger's struggles, can he figure it out? Why Jeff is still taking the field over the Dodgers.
Max Scherzer and Trea Turner Trade Rumors, the 2007 Mets Infamous Collapse
July 29, 2021 15:02 - 50 minutesJeff and Aram discuss the Max Scherzer trade rumors, what the future Hall of Fame could do for a team in the hunt, and predictions on where he will land. Sticking with the Nationals, the team has reportedly made star shortstop Trea Turner available. How much is too much in terms of a return for a star player? Lastly, Jeff recalls the infamous 2007 Mets collapse that saw them blow a seven game lead in the division with 17 games to go.
Robb Nen Joins the Show: His Impressive Career, the Marlins 1997 World Series Team, Sticky Stuff
July 26, 2021 14:41 - 1 hourLegendary closer for the Marlins and Giants Rob Nen joins the show to talk about his impressive career which included serving as the closer for the 1997 World Series team, some of the best relief seasons the modern game has ever seen, and more than 300 career saves. Robb and Jeff recall their time with the Marlins, their title run, and facing each other. Also, Robb's thoughts on sticky stuff and the game today. Plus much more!
Second Half Predictions, MVP Races, the Gold Glove Award Makes No Sense
July 21, 2021 05:01 - 1 hourJeff and Aram kick off the second half of MLB's season with a run through the biggest story lines in baseball. Which teams does Jeff like to make a run into the second half and why? Also a look at the MVP races, why the AL MVP showdown could rival McGwire/Sosa. The Gold Glove Award is inconsistent to say the least. Jeff recalls some CRAZY instances where someone who maybe shouldn't have won did. Jeff explains what it was like to watch the emergence of Jose Fernandez and Christian Yelich in ...
Jeff's All-Star Game Experience, HR Derby Recap, MLB's Flawed Draft System
July 17, 2021 05:21 - 51 minutesJeff and Aram recap the electric home run derby. Jeff explains why Pete Alonso is designed for the competition. A look back at Jeff's legendary pinch-hit home run in the 1995 All-Star Game, which earned him the MVP award. Why MLB's Draft is a bit flawed and hangs seniors out to dry. The one stadium Jeff couldn't hit in, and more!
Home Run Derby Predictions, What the Heck is "WAR", Jeff's Trip to Tokyo
July 12, 2021 18:41 - 53 minutesJeff and Aram discuss the Home Run Derby at Coors Field and why it has the makings to be a classic. Discussing "Wins Above Replacement" or WAR, one of baseball's most popular stats, and why Jeff believes it is flawed. Also, Jeff describes his trip to Tokyo to sign Ichiro Suzuki, and the first hand experience of the next-level icon that Ichiro is in Japan.
The Chances of Another MLB Strike, Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s Dominance, Why Do Even the Best Prospects Often Struggle?
July 07, 2021 14:48 - 53 minutes*Editors Note: This episode was recorded before Griffin Conine hit his MILB-leading 18th home run. Jeff talks about MLB's damaging 1994 strike, and the chances of us going back down that road again. A look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The similarities he has with his Hall of Fame father, and why he could be the best hitter of this generation. Some discussion on that deGrom guy too. MLB's super prospects, Wander Franco and Jared Kelenic have scuffled a bit in the early, early stages of their ML...
Welcome to Outside the Box with Jeff Conine!
July 01, 2021 15:24 - 56 minutesIn Episode #1, Jeff and Aram give an idea of what you can expect from the show, discuss the sticky substance scandal in baseball, why injuries are so rampant this year and Jeff recall's his first at-bat against unanimous hall-of-famer, Mariano Rivera.