Law and Batting Order

05/10/2017

Hey LABO Nation, I'm actually postponing the premiere of LABO to NEXT WEEK, October 11th. See you guys then!

26/09/2017

10 months too long. Time to reboot. See you all for a new season of LABO.

18/02/2017

Hey LABO Nation! I had to break my silence as a citizen journalist today and declare that as an unofficial member of the media, I am NOT an enemy of the American media. Apologies for the long-winded talk, but I just had to speak my mind as someone who has worked for major news media organizations in the past and is in the news gathering/reporting business as a hobby.

Feel free to opine if you wish. Let's keep the conversation civil, please.

24/12/2016

Law and Batting Order: Episode 122 - Top Sports Law Stories of 2016 (The 5-Year Anniversary Episode)

Here it is! The 5-year anniversary episode of LABO! Thank you all for the support and as always, enjoy!

In this 5-year anniversary episode of LABO, I recap the top 5 sports law stories from 2016, from the end of Deflategate to the newly enacted MLB collective bargaining agreement. Thank you all for the support these past 5 years! Sports law blogs referenced in this episode: The Sports Esquires - www.t...

23/12/2016

5 year anniversary episode uploading now!

23/12/2016

5 YEARS IN THE BOOKS! Happy Birthday to LABO! Thank you all for the support and loyalty, whether you've watched LABO from the beginning or just recently. Tune in TODAY at 7 PM ET for a special 5-year anniversary episode!

21/12/2016

HEAR YE! HEAR YE! Tune in this Friday, December 23rd at 7 PM ET as we celebrate 5 years (!!!) of LABO! Yes, I briefly escape hibernation!

25/10/2016

NOW BATTING...NUMBER 2...DEREK...JETER! NUMBER 2

23/10/2016

Episode 121 - Josh Brown and the NFL’s Carelessness in Investigating Domestic Violence Matters

Here's the latest episode of LABO with some of the harshest criticism against the NFL for poorly investigating and enforcing zero tolerance policies against domestic violence matters in the league.

Also, apologies for the poor sound. Had trouble with the microphone I normally use.

***APOLOGIES FOR THE MIC ISSUES! My microphone didn't work properly for this episode. In this episode, I discuss the latest news surrounding Josh Brown and acts of domestic violence he engaged in against his ex-wife Molly Brown in May 2015, including journal entries that law enforcement had showing…

18/10/2016

Coming soon to LABO, a new series. Stay tuned.

17/10/2016

Episode 120 - Understanding MLB Qualifying Offers

ICYMI, here's the latest episode of LABO, diving into the world of qualifying offers. Enjoy!

In this episode, I discuss MLB's use of qualifying offers and the pros and cons to this system of contract negotiation. Enjoy!

17/10/2016

Episode 120 - Understanding MLB Qualifying Offers

A new episode of LABO is LIVE! This week, as we inch closer to the end of the baseball season, I talk all about MLB’s qualifying offer system and its pros and cons.

In this episode, I discuss MLB's use of qualifying offers and the pros and cons to this system of contract negotiation. Enjoy!

16/10/2016

It sounds silly but any journalist will tell you that aside from good communicative and research skills, a bottle of water is paramount. New episode coming up soon.

12/10/2016

Episode 119 - Lessons Learned from Deflategate

A bit tardy but here's a new episode of LABO talking lessons learned from Deflategate.

In this episode, I discuss the lessons learned from Deflategate now that Tom Brady has officially served his 4-game suspension in connection with the Deflategate ordeal. Other Deflategate commentary: Michael McCann/SI - http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/10/05/deflategate-timeline-tom-brady-patriots-roger-g...

02/10/2016

Episode 118 - Osa Masina and the Fight Against Sexual Assault

In this week's episode of LABO, I discuss the criminal charges against suspended USC linebacker Osa Masina and the fight against sexual assaults, especially on college campuses.

*NOTE: This was originally filmed last week, prior to the news of Jose Fernandez's death. So instead of filming a new episode, I decided to air this one.

*NOTE: This episode was filmed last week, prior to the news of Jose Fernandez's death. Instead of filming a new episode, I decided to air this one. In this episode, I talk about Osa Masina's sexual assault charges in Utah and how this case could set precedent in the ways our justice system observes…

25/09/2016

Episode 117: Remembering José Fernández

This was not an easy episode to film. I pay tribute to Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández on LABO this week following his tragic death.

In this episode, I reflect on the tragic loss of Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández and how his story of fleeing Cuba supersedes his baseball story. My deepest condolences and sincerest prayers to José Fernández's mother, grandmother, family, friends, and the Miami Marlins organization.

25/09/2016

ABC News

Tough news in the baseball world as Miami Marlins star José Fernandez was tragically killed in a boating accident overnight. The baseball community mourns his loss.

Emotional Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly honors José Fernández: "There was just joy with him when he played" abcn.ws/2d15Qhb

24/09/2016

The news never sleeps here at the LABO anchor desk. 😴

21/09/2016

It was around this time last year that we, LABO Nation, teamed up to raise $1,000 to Harlem RBI. It's great to see the school continue to carry out its mission of providing incredible education to inner-city kids, and what a treat to see the school invite Sharon Robinson, Jackie Robinson's daughter!

Thank you for reading with us this morning, Sharon Robinson!

12/09/2016

Episode 116 - Situation vs. Right: The Case of Colin Kaepernick

ICYMI, check out this week's episode of Law and Batting Order discussing Colin Kaepernick's First Amendment rights and his choice to sit during the national anthem.

In this episode, I discuss the headlines surrounding Colin Kaepernick's choice to not stand during the national anthem and how his choice to do is, in fact, protected under the US Constitution.

11/09/2016

Episode 116 - Situation vs. Right: The Case of Colin Kaepernick

In this week’s episode of LABO, I discuss Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand during the national anthem and his constitutional rights.

I know this topic has drawn some anger and very heated debates, especially on Facebook. Regardless of your stance, I implore you to watch. Watch it once, maybe two or three more times. Take notes if you need to. Just know that this is about having an honest, open, and civilized discussion about an issue that really matters.

In this episode, I discuss the headlines surrounding Colin Kaepernick's choice to not stand during the national anthem and how his choice to do is, in fact, protected under the US Constitution.

11/09/2016

A good journalist isn't afraid to discuss controversial stories. I do just that this week. Stay tuned tomorrow.

07/09/2016

Episode 115 - Baseball and the Law (Interview with Judge Louis Schiff)

ICYMI, here's this week's episode of LABO featuring my interview with Judge Lou Schiff, who is the co-author of the new casebook "Baseball and the Law."

In this episode, I sit down with Judge Louis Schiff, a Broward County judge and an adjunct professor at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, to discuss his new casebook "Baseball and the Law" and discuss the many legal issues plaguing the baseball world. Purchase your copy of the "Baseball and the La...

04/09/2016

Episode 115 - Baseball and the Law (Interview with Judge Louis Schiff)

The day has finally come! Here's a brand new episode of LABO! This week, I chat with Judge Louis Schiff, a Broward County Judge and an adjunct professor at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, to discuss his brand new casebook "Baseball and the Law." We discussed the many legal issues plaguing the baseball world. Enjoy!

In this episode, I sit down with Judge Louis Schiff, a Broward County judge and an adjunct professor at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, to discuss his new casebook "Baseball and the Law" and discuss the many legal issues plaguing the baseball world. Purchase your copy of the "Baseball and the La...

03/09/2016

Join the Law and Batting Order Fantasy Football League!

Hey LABO Nation, I decided to have some fun this NFL season, so I started a fantasy football league! I've only got 3 confirmed teams, so the more people we can get, the better! If you're a fantasy football fan, click the link below to join. Entry is free, too!

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03/09/2016

Some thoughts on Brock Turner

03/09/2016

Law and Batting Order's cover photo

02/09/2016

LABO goes live again this Sunday! WOOOOOOOT!

31/08/2016

Just finished speaking to Judge Lou Schiff, a Mitchell Hamline Law professor and co-author of the "Baseball and the Law" casebook. Our interview will go live this Sunday, September 4th. We'll be talking about the book, antitrust law, labor law, and much more.

Quick editorial: I read the casebook cover to cover and it is a real masterpiece. Loads of info and the case notes are superb. If I ever have the privilege of serving as an adjunct professor at a university or a law school, there's no doubt that I would use this book to teach a baseball law course.

28/08/2016

Gave the LABO anchor desk a little upgrade. Talk about pizzazz, right?! See you guys next week! 💯👍🏻

25/08/2016

Sports fans — not just sports leagues — are falling short on domestic violence

Here's a great read by my sports law colleague Cari Grieb on the growing concern of domestic violence in sports.

The truth is, we are all partly to blame for sports leagues continuing to take a soft stance on domestic violence. The NFL, MLB and NFL need to do more — but so do we.

23/08/2016

NFL Dropped the Ball on Josh Brown’s ‘Slap on the Wrist’ Suspension

Check out my latest LawNewz piece on Josh Brown's lenient suspension and how the NFL can improve its fight against domestic violence once and for all.

On Wednesday, August 17th, the National Football League officially announced that Josh Brown, a kicker for the New York Giants, was officially suspended 1 game

19/08/2016

Quick thoughts on

19/08/2016

Imagine if with all these headlines that there's a Netflix series created in the style of "Making a Murderer." That would be GOLD.

Brazilian authorities: "You weren't robbed at gun point, right Ryan?"
*SILENCE*
Brazilian authorities: "Hmmm? Right, Ryan?"
Ryan Lochte: "JEEEEEAAAAHHHH???"