Arjun Nimmala...on Major League Baseball, getting drafted, and the journey of a new rookie
Download MP3Abhay is joined by athlete and baseball player, Arjun Nimmala, who as a new Toronto Blue Jay, is looking to become the first player of South Asian descent to play in an MLB game. They talked about the draft, his transition as a rookie, his playing style, and even his thoughts on the pitch clock and the best shortstop of all time!
(0:00 - 2:55) Introduction
(2:55) Part 1 - transition from the draft to rookie ball, being a student of the game
(15:26) Part 2 - different pathway to baseball, drive and competitiveness, being an Indian American player
(31:25) Part 3 - individual and team achievements, baseball training and preparation, legacy
(42:17) Conclusion
(0:00 - 2:55) Introduction
(2:55) Part 1 - transition from the draft to rookie ball, being a student of the game
(15:26) Part 2 - different pathway to baseball, drive and competitiveness, being an Indian American player
(31:25) Part 3 - individual and team achievements, baseball training and preparation, legacy
(42:17) Conclusion