E293: Larry Day Interview - Cardinals Farm Director, Player Development

In this episode, we sit down with Larry Day, Cardinals Farm Director, to go behind the scenes of player development in St. Louis. Larry breaks down what a Farm Director actually does day-to-day, how the organization has reshaped its player development approach over the past year, and why communication and alignment matter just as much as tech and data.We dive into talent acquisition philosophy, organizational change, and real-world examples like Joshua Baez’s breakout and what makes JJ Wetherholt such a special prospect. Plus, we explore how front offices make tough decisions on Opening Day rosters, service time, PPI, and long-term value—along with how teams plan for uncertainty like potential work stoppages.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards