Let's Send It Back to Curtis in the Studio

by Ian Casselberry on Oct 5, 2007 3:32 PM EDT in News Comment 6 comments

Just a reminder that (Face of the Tigers) Curtis Granderson will be the in-studio analyst for today's playoff coverage on TBS. The broadcast will begin at 4:30 p.m. EST, with the pre-game show before Game 2 of Yankees-Indians, and finish up with the 'Inside MLB' post-game show after Game 2 of Angels-Red Sox.

As I said before, Frank Thomas set the bar so low with his analysis that Curtis can't help but shine in comparison. But we've seen how well he does on TV here in the Detroit area, and hopefully he'll lend some interesting insight to the TBS studio show. (Don't get intimidated by that Cal Ripken guy, Curtis. The most triples he ever hit in a season was seven.)

Granderson will get to play in ESPN's post-season sandbox, as well. He'll be one of the in-studio analysts all over the network from October 15-19. You'll be able to see him on 'First Take,' ESPN News, and 'Baseball Tonight,' and he'll also do live chats on ESPN.com.

Once again, it's Curtis' world - we're just along for the ride.

How about we make this an Open Thread for today's playoff games? Can the Tribe go up 2-0 on the Yankees? Will the Angels have more success against Dice-K than Josh Beckett? Or let's talk about Granderson's performance. Will Charles Barkley get jealous if Curtis and Ernie Johnson hit it off well?

UPDATE 10/06: According to Curtis' people, he's been invited back by TBS for an extra day of analysis. Granderson will again be in-studio during today's NLDS doubleheader. Coverage begins with the pre-game show at 5:30 p.m. EST before Game 3 of Diamondbacks-Cubs.

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I think the tribe go up

We know Cleveland's a good team. So I'm pretty sure they'll win again.

by MackAveKurt on Oct 5, 2007 5:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Never thought I'd say this

But I want the Tribe to beat the Yankees. Oh, they put a hurtin on 'em last night.

by densogirl on Oct 5, 2007 5:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

In-Studio Demonstrations

I know some people think demonstrating baseball stuff in a studio with everyone in suits is silly (I do), but I thought Cal Ripken and Curtis lent some interesting insights into base-stealing and pick-off moves.

Actually, I get more impressed with Ripken each time I watch him. He's funny without trying too hard, and is becoming more comfortable stating an opinion.

Frank Thomas, on the other hand... blurgh.

by Ian Casselberry on Oct 5, 2007 5:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Also...

I don't know if anyone listens to Justin Verlander's weekly interviews with Stoney and Wojo on WDFN, but he seemed genuinely geeked when Wojo told him Curtis was on TBS today. (And wasn't Frank Thomas Justin's favorite player?)

by Ian Casselberry on Oct 5, 2007 5:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

In Studio Demonstrations

That was pretty interesting. At first everyone looked uncomfortable (4 suits standing in a row) but after a few minutes, it was interesting. Grandy is never at a loss for words. I can't help being amused because Grandy's degree is in business marketing. He markets himself pretty good. Seems like we see him more and more doing interviews on ESPN and now this gig with TBS.

by densogirl on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Good teacher

Granderson has done really well so far. You would never know he has not done this before. His style is a little different from other analysts. Although he is relaxed, he is somewhat business-like and instructive. Not a lot of silly jokes. He explains things well - like a good teacher. I like his style. Hopefully, the crazy world of TV likes it too.

by tiger337 on Oct 6, 2007 11:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs