Scott Boras
Graham travels to Southern California to spend the day with legendary sports agent Scott Boras. The influential broker reflects on his early baseball career and the injury that ended his time on the field. He shares how he became the most powerful man in baseball, and highlights the biggest deals he’s negotiated. Boras also takes us on a tour of his office, hosts us at the Boras Foundation’s baseball tournament, and we tag along with him for a night at the ballpark.
Scott Boras
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Scott Boras: From farm boy to baseball super agent
Sports agent Scott Boras recounts memories from his upbringing, including a distaste of working on the farm he grew up on and life lessons from his parents. He discusses having difficulties juggling baseball and family commitments.
Scott Boras: The painful transition from ball player to lawyer
Scott Boras discusses what it was like being forced to quit his baseball career after injury. He talks about what he felt “watching his dreams go away,” the wise words a professor had told him, and how he decided what to do next.
The loophole that changed MLB: Scott Boras on negotiating $1M draft picks
Scott Boras reflects on his shift from lawyer to sports agent, and what made him decide to make the move. He discusses his start as a pharmaceutical lawyer and the malpractice suit that made him a lot of money, how grass made him so “sick” he decided to return to the baseball world, and the controversial practices like the January loophole that helped him make a big name for himself (and a few enemies).
Scott Boras reveals MLB executive threats & underhanded tactics
Scott Boras explains the mentality that made him one of history’s most successful sports agents. Boras outlines his player-focused philosophy and explains the difference between value and money.
Beyond the contracts: Scott Boras on the costs of his relentless work ethic
Scott Boras discusses the fame and notoriety that comes with cutting some of baseball’s biggest deals.. He shares the sacrifices he’s had to make, the aspects of life he refuses to compromise on, his biggest career fears, and why his career is worth all of the difficulties.
Scott Boras: It takes a saint to be married to me
Legendary baseball agent Scott Boras reflects on first meeting his wife, Jeanette, at an airport and the unusual question he asked to get her attention.
Inside a $100 million deal: Scott Boras reveals negotiation secrets
Legendary baseball agent Scott Boras addresses criticism he’s faced over the years while negotiating some of baseball’s most lucrative – and jaw dropping – deals.
Juan Soto and Scott Boras’ shocking meetings with Mets owner
Baseball agent Scott Boras shares what makes Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani so special. Boras explains how Soto is such a unique player because he is extremely smart, well-studied, and relentless for new information. He discusses how they had over 68 meetings while working together, how he was a hot commodity for any team, and how his brain got him to where he is now. He also describes why he thinks Ohtani is a “billion-dollar player” and the importance of him bringing in a global market.
How Scott Boras made Greg Maddux an extra $21M
Scott Boras tells the story of playing the negotiation game to get Greg Maddux the contract he deserved. He talks about his first meeting with Greg (where he opened the door in his underwear), the conversations they had about his abilities (where Greg asked why Boras “would want to rep a guy like him?”), and how he eventually got him exactly where he wanted to be.
Scott Boras on A-Rod split: I learned to not let greatness block my judgement
Esteemed baseball agent Scott Boras tells all about the iconic $252 million deal for Alex Rodriguez and his relationship with Barry Bonds. Boras shares what it was like when that deal went public and the backlash he received for it. He also shares the belief he had in A-Rod’s abilities and the status of their relationship now. He also discusses why he doesn’t think his relationship with Barry Bonds ended as badly as others may think.
Scott Boras: How MLB HOF voters should distinguish Bonds and A-Rod
Baseball mega-agent Scott Boras shares his thoughts on the “steroid era” of the 1990s and early 2000s, and discusses its impact on the game.
Scott Boras: Why MLB’s media valuation is failing
Scott Boras shares his thoughts on Major League Baseball and their biggest mistake: selling the creation of streaming. Boras explains why he thinks baseball should have more airtime than any other sport due to having more content and better ratings. He also gives his thoughts on media rights as a whole and what needs to change.
Scott Boras at 72: I’ve got a good 30 years left in the business
Scott Boras details his plans for the future. He explains why he won’t ever sell, will keep the agency in the family, and why the word “retire” isn’t in his vocabulary. He also talks about what it would mean to be the first agent inducted into the Baseball HOF.
Scott Boras office tour: We could 3x revenue if we went beyond baseball
Renowned baseball agent Scott Boras takes Graham on a tour of his massive office, which essentially doubles as a baseball museum. From the innovative baseball references in the architecture, to the walls of baseball memorabilia and the high-tech databases full of everything there is to know about baseball, this office has it all. Boras also shares what sets the agency apart, like being served three meals a day, which keeps employees there for 30+ years.
Inside the Boras Classic: Where future MLB stars are discovered
Graham joins sports agent Scott Boras for a drive to JSerra High School, where they attend the Boras Foundation’s annual baseball tournament. During the visit, Boras discusses the origins of his foundation, introduces his brother Jerry, and highlights some of the sport’s future stars.
Attending Angels game with Scott Boras: Why I won’t step foot on the field
Graham spends an evening at the ballpark with renowned sports agent Scott Boras to watch the Los Angeles Angels take on the Dodgers. Before the game, we follow Boras through his usual pre-game routine, including watching batting practice and catching up with several players. Later, we head to his private suite for a conversation with Michael Fiore, vice President of Boras Corporation, who shares insight into his close relationship with Boras.
Bryce Harper or Juan Soto? Rapid fire with Scott Boras
Sports agent Scott Boras answers rapid fire questions!
Scott Boras on negotiation secrets, sacrifice, & baseball’s boldest agency | Full Interview
Graham travels to Southern California to sit down with legendary sports agent Scott Boras. The influential broker reflects on his early baseball career and the injury that ended his time on the field. He shares how he became the most powerful man in baseball, and highlights the biggest deals he’s negotiated.