EXCLUSIVE: October is Jim “Kitty” Kaat’s time of yr. Not solely did the southpaw pitch within the World Sequence 3 times – successful a hoop with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1982 – however he turned an excellent broadcaster, overlaying the MLB playoffs for ESPN, in addition to serving as an announcer for the Yankees and later the Minnesota Twins.
This October, there’s extra information concerning the 85-year-old Corridor of Famer. A documentary about him, Kitty to Cooperstown, has been acquired by Gravitas Ventures, a deal overlaying U.S. and Canadian distribution rights.
Kitty to Cooperstown, directed by Nick Hagen, “delves deep into the profession and private journey of Jim Kaat, capturing his path to Cooperstown, the challenges he confronted, and his enduring legacy within the sport of baseball,” based on a launch. “Kaat, who has left an indelible mark on the sport, is well known not just for his outstanding pitching profession but additionally for his contributions as a broadcaster and mentor to youthful gamers.
Baseball Corridor of Famer Jim “Kitty” Kaat
Gravitas Ventures
“Jim Kaat, affectionately often known as ‘Kitty,’ loved a prolific profession spanning 25 seasons in Main League Baseball, pitching for groups together with the Minnesota Twins, Chicago White Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, and St. Louis Cardinals. He was a three-time All-Star and a 16-time Gold Glove Award winner, famend for his distinctive fielding expertise and consistency on the mound. In 1982, Kaat achieved the top of his profession by successful a World Sequence with the St. Louis Cardinals.”
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Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Jim Kaat (R) talks to participant/supervisor Pete Rose throughout a recreation in opposition to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1984 in Pittsburgh, Penn.
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The documentary consists of unique interviews with Kaat, in addition to insights from Corridor of Famers Ozzie Smith, Rod Carew, and Mike Schmidt. It additionally options interviews with broadcaster Bob Costas, and two of Kitty’s MLB contemporaries — Pete Rose (the Hit King who died in late September), and Tony Oliva.
“We’re extremely excited to associate with Gravitas Ventures to distribute this documentary,” Hagen stated in an announcement. “Jim Kaat’s story is certainly one of perseverance, dedication, and keenness for the sport of baseball. And as Bob Costas stated it finest, Jim is an exemplary citizen of the sport. I hope this documentary can cement that for followers and future gamers that take pleasure in it.”
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Gravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports activities & Leisure Firm, says the documentary will premiere later this yr, with a launch date to be introduced quickly. “Followers of baseball and sports activities lovers alike can stay up for an inspiring and heartfelt portrayal of a real Corridor of Famer.”
Producers of the documentary are Hamid and Camille Torabpour, NFL Corridor of Famer Willie and Angela Roaf, and Nick Hagen. The acquisition deal was negotiated by Kirk Harris and Mary Poole of Fairway Movie Alliance. Producers Hamid and Camille Torabpour are represented by Karen Gottlieb at Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks.
Watch the trailer for Kitty to Cooperstown right here:
