What It Took to Survive Financially in the Minor Leagues

Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, and Scott Braun react to incredible stories of what players had to do just to survive in the minor leagues—and how far they’ve come to reach the big leagues. Kratz shares his own experience grinding through the minors, working construction jobs, shipping and receiving, giving lessons, and doing whatever it took to support his family while chasing a big league dream. From substitute teaching to delivering packages and other odd jobs, the crew highlights the reality behind minor league life and how those early struggles shape some of the players you've seen in MLB over the years.