On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with former MLB All-Star closer and MLB's all-time save % leader Joe Nathan for an incredible conversation covering one of the most unique careers in baseball history.

Joe reflects on his unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest relief pitchers of his generation, including arriving in the San Francisco Giants organization as an infielder before making the transition to the mound and eventually becoming the Minnesota Twins' all-time saves leader.

The two dive into:
Growing up playing multiple sports and why young athletes should do the same
His college career at Stony Brook and having the baseball field named in his honor
Working as a stock broker, bar back, and golf course employee before reaching the big leagues
The coaches and mentors who helped shape his career
Getting called up to the majors during the Barry Bonds era
First MLB game memories and adjusting to life in the big leagues
Playing on the first-ever Team USA World Baseball Classic roster alongside Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens, Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr., Chipper Jones, Johnny Damon, Torii Hunter, and more
Why that Team USA roster may have been the greatest collection of baseball talent ever assembled
His favorite memories as a member of the Minnesota Twins
Veteran leadership in today's game versus past generations
Kirby Puckett's impact on Minnesota baseball
Funny bullpen stories and memorable mound visits
Joe's incredible memorabilia collection featuring jerseys from Mariano Rivera, Nolan Ryan, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, David Price, Cal Ripken Jr., and more
Tough playoff losses
Rapid-fire questions

Whether you're a Twins fan, Giants fan, baseball history buff, or simply love hearing incredible stories from the people who lived them, this is a must-listen episode with one of the best closers in MLB history.

This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: https://labellapc.com/

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On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with former MLB All-Star closer and MLB's all-time save % leader Joe Nathan for an incredible conversation covering one of the most unique careers in baseball history.
Joe reflects on his unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest relief pitchers of his generation, including arriving in the San Francisco Giants organization as an infielder before making the transition to the mound and eventually becoming the Minnesota Twins' all-time saves leader.
The two dive into:
<ul>
<li>Growing up playing multiple sports and why young athletes should do the same</li>
<li>His college career at Stony Brook and having the baseball field named in his honor</li>
<li>Working as a stock broker, bar back, and golf course employee before reaching the big leagues</li>
<li>The coaches and mentors who helped shape his career</li>
<li>Getting called up to the majors during the Barry Bonds era</li>
<li>First MLB game memories and adjusting to life in the big leagues</li>
<li>Playing on the first-ever Team USA World Baseball Classic roster alongside Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens, Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr., Chipper Jones, Johnny Damon, Torii Hunter, and more</li>
<li>Why that Team USA roster may have been the greatest collection of baseball talent ever assembled</li>
<li>His favorite memories as a member of the Minnesota Twins</li>
<li>Veteran leadership in today's game versus past generations</li>
<li>Kirby Puckett's impact on Minnesota baseball</li>
<li>Funny bullpen stories and memorable mound visits</li>
<li>Joe's incredible memorabilia collection featuring jerseys from Mariano Rivera, Nolan Ryan, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, David Price, Cal Ripken Jr., and more</li>
<li>Tough playoff losses</li>
<li>Rapid-fire questions</li>
</ul>
Whether you're a Twins fan, Giants fan, baseball history buff, or simply love hearing incredible stories from the people who lived them, this is a must-listen episode with one of the best closers in MLB history.
This season of Parney Time is proudly presented by LaBella a full-service engineering, architecture, environmental, and planning firm who helped bring CarMax Park to life and help build stronger communities across the country. Learn more: <a href="https://labellapc.com/">https://labellapc.com/</a>
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After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.

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After spending the last 35+ years in minor league baseball, Todd "Parney" Parnell is peeling back the curtain to share the incredible memories, relationships, and captivating stories from his storied career on the Parney Time podcast.
Join Parney and the "Pub Club" every other week for authentic conversations, wild untold stories, life lessons, and a lineup of guest interviews that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
You never know what's coming next on Parney Time!

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6-Time All-Star Joe Nathan on Bullpen Life, the WBC, and Hall of Fame Teammates

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