About this season
A series of documentaries and profiles on some of baseball's most prominent personalities.
Episodes (5)
1. 10 Years and Counting
Aired 1 January 2019 • 60 min
A look back at the network's beginnings as well as memorable MLB moments and stories from the last decade. Featuring commentary from Bob Costas, Greg Amsinger, Sean Casey, Al Leiter, Dan Plesac, Harold Reynolds, Bill Ripken, Matt Vasgersian and Tom Verducci.
2. Bench
Aired 30 January 2019 • 60 min
An in-depth and intimate look at Johnny Bench's Hall of Fame playing career and his life now as a father to two young sons. Narrated by award-winning actor Martin Sheen.
3. Alex Cora: The Making of a Champion
Aired 12 February 2019 • 60 min
The life and journey of Boston's Alex Cora, just the fourth rookie manager to win a World Series title. Included: growing up in Caguas, Puerto Rico; his college and pro careers; and interviews with players, coaches, managers and his family.
4. The 1995 Mariners, Saving Baseball in Seattle
Aired 7 July 2019 • 60 min
The 1995 Seattle Mariners season is examined. With an aging, deteriorating stadium and sagging attendance, the Mariners were in danger of relocating to another city. However, the 1995 team is credited with saving baseball in Seattle by making a improbable run to the American League Championship Series and creating a sense of excitement that had never been seen before in the city's 18 year history with the team.
5. The Cobra at Twilight
Aired 12 December 2019 • 60 min
The career of former outfielder Dave Parker is examined. Nicknamed "The Cobra", Parker was the first professional athlete to earn an average of one million dollars per year. Now out of the public eye, he struggles with Parkinson's disease and bad knees.