The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hour 1- Doug Gottlieb Guest Hosting
Jul 4, 2025
Former seven-time All-Star Matt Holliday joins to share his insights on growing up in a baseball family and facing elite pitcher Clayton Kershaw during his prime. He reflects on the tension between ambition and teamwork in Major League Baseball, particularly around the upcoming draft of his son, Ethan. The conversation also touches on the challenges of hitting against top playoff pitchers and the potential for unusual sports events that might captivate audiences. Additionally, they discuss the rising basketball rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.
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Beating Clayton Kershaw in Playoffs
- Matt Holliday described the strategy for facing Clayton Kershaw as capitalizing on his mistakes over the plate.
- They focused on hitting balls in the middle of the field and scoring with timely hits in the playoffs.
Kershaw Among Best Lefties
- Clayton Kershaw ranks as the best left-handed pitcher Matt Holliday has ever faced.
- He highlighted Kershaw's longevity, dominance, and 3,000 strikeouts as historic achievements unlikely to be matched soon.
Utilizing Cooper Flagg Effectively
- Coaches should evaluate how to best utilize Cooper Flagg's skill set given he's not a traditional five or point guard.
- Identifying his optimal position on the floor and defensive capability is key for his development.
