Diggin Deep Podcast

#016 MIKE MOUSTAKAS a Royal Reunion; When Team Becomes Family; Humor in Hard Times

May 29, 2024

We sit down with MLB player, Kansas City Royals World Series Champ, Mike Moustakas. Moustakas shares candid stories from his career, illustrating how he and his teammates find humor even in the toughest situations.

Moustakas, along with co-hosts Eric Hosmer and Anthony Seratelli, reminisces about their time as minor league teammates with the Kansas City Royals. They share fond memories of winning minor league championships and the strong bonds they formed during those formative years. The trio reflects on how their shared experiences in the minor leagues laid the foundation for their major league careers; and the unique chemistry and unwavering determination that set the 2015 Royals apart.

The collective shares insights on how the Kansas City Royals meticulously built a World Series-winning team. They discuss the Royals' approach to player development, emphasizing the importance of cultivating talent within their minor league system. They highlight the Royals' commitment to nurturing a winning culture and instilling a relentless work ethic from the ground up. The trio also talks about the strategic decisions and leadership of Dayton Moore, that brought the right mix of veterans and young players together, ultimately creating a cohesive unit capable of achieving greatness on the biggest stage.

The conversation also touches on the camaraderie within the team, where players rely on each other’s families for comfort and support. Through these personal anecdotes, Moustakas paints a vivid picture of life beyond the diamond, where humor and family play crucial roles in navigating the ups and downs of a professional sports career.

Additionally, Moustakas talks about the significance of creating a family of his own, and the unwavering support they provide, emphasizing how both humor and family have been crucial in navigating the ups and downs of professional sports.

Guest

Mike Moustakas /

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Justin Su'a /⁠⁠⁠⁠ @justinsua⁠⁠⁠⁠

Peter Moylan /⁠⁠⁠⁠ @petermoylan⁠⁠⁠⁠

Anthony Seratelli / @anthony_seratelli

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