Why Scott Podsednik almost didn’t become a World Series hero

Scott Podsednik will always be remembered for hitting the game-winning home run in Game 2 of the 2005 World Series. But what it took for him to reach that point is a whole other story. Host Chuck Garfien speaks with Scott about his nine-year journey in the minor leagues, how he almost quit the game, what he did to overcome adversity, and eventually win a World Series with the White Sox.

(2:10) - Podsednik's long journey in the minor leagues

(6:00) - Why it took so long to develop the skills to succeed

(9:30) - Almost quitting baseball

(12:20) - All the different teams that gave up on him

(14:40) - What he learned from his struggles that he still uses today