Zach McKinstry: A Student of the Game

Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson

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August 10, 202558 min
Baseball

Zach McKinstry: A Student of the Game

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Episode Notes

Tigers' utility man Zach McKinstry joins Jason and Dan to discuss his journey from being a

33rd round draft pick to an All-Star. What work did he put in during the offseason? How did

teammates, coaches and his family help him to grow? How important is it to continue

learning about the nuances of the game? McKinstry emphasizes the importance of “being

your own biggest fan and playing your game” and how that mentality has carried him

through her career. He shares stories of his childhood and the love for learning more about

the game of baseball. What influence did his brother have on him? How did being "the

dirtiest kid of the field” translate to his mentality playing baseball today? How does the

importance of the mental side of the game translate into what McKinstry and this Tigers

team have done this season? Hear about McKinstry (as well as Jason and Dan’s) daredevil

side, his experience at his first All-Star game and his connection with his nephew.