Matt Chapman: Blue Jays and Poutine Dogs
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Chapman (@MattChap6), third baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays, to discuss his journey from playing high school ball at El Toro to becoming a professional athlete. We delve into the day-to-day life of spring training, and the similarities of baseball's of minor league life to hockey's. Chapman also shares his thoughts on the Toronto Blue Jays and the atmosphere in Toronto, along with the new SkyDome Stadium and its new concession menu items. We also touch on the business side of baseball and clubhouse culture, including the importance of DJs and walk-up songs. Lastly, Chapman talks about his favorite cities to play in, the defensive skills that have earned him multiple Gold Gloves, and the players who have inspired him throughout his career. Tune in for all this and more on the latest episode on Missin Curfew!
SHOW NOTES
0:04: Intro
3:59: El Toro High School Legacy
5:36: Spring Training as a Veteran
7:36: Scottsdale vs. Florida
9:57: Minor League Life
10:48: Living in Toronto
12:31: Blue Jays, National Team for Canada
13:45: Peter Girges
14:59: New SkyDome Stadium
15:52: POUTINE DOGS!!
16:34: 162 Games is A LOT!
18:15: Showing up late to the stadium
21:36: Taking pride in Defense
22:58: Who did Chapman mirror his game after?
24:50: Bo Bichette’s Defense
30:15: Alek Manoah’s Emotion
32:22: Vladdy Jr. is a STUD
34:25: What glove does Chappy use?
38:27: Home Run Jacket
39:10: Business of baseball
40:58: Blue Jays Manager, player coach
41:50: Chappy is the Clubhouse DJ, walk up songs
44:00: Favorite road city/park
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