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

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Creating more opportunities for Black players in baseball w/Taylor Trammell