About this episode

Jon Lester joins hosts Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney to discuss his All-Star Game memories and the upcoming reunion of the 2016 World Series team.

After watching the Home Run Derby, Jon Lester is back for some good conversation with The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney, reflecting on his All-Star Game memories and looking ahead to this weekend’s reunion for the 2016 World Series team. Why did Kyle Schwarber go to the next level after leaving Wrigley Field? What do fans really think of Pete Crow-Armstrong? And how did Anthony Rizzo become so good on TV? Listen now for unique insights and perspectives from a former player and two beat writers in Chicago. Use code foul50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last at Factormeals.com/foul50off 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Sahadev Sharma, Patrick Mooney

Guest: Jon Lester

Topics covered

• All-Star Game
• 2016 World Series reunion
• player development
• Cubs fan perspectives
• media presence of players

Keywords

• Jon Lester
• All-Star Game
• 2016 World Series
• Kyle Schwarber
• Anthony Rizzo
• Pete Crow-Armstrong
• Cubs
• baseball
• sports

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Organizations: The Athletic

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