Without once mentioning Tim Tebow, intense, fast-talking, no-nonsense former Big Leaguer Doug Mientkiewicz crams in a ton of baseball knowledge in brief interview on his Fort Myers Miracle's torrid second half start (15-4 through July 13) and other topics.

What: Fort Myers Miracle vs. St. Lucie Mets When: Saturday, 6:05 p.m.; Sunday, 4:05 p.m.; Monday, 11:05 a.m. Where: Hammond Stadium, Century Link Sports Complex Tickets and promotion info: 768-4210

The Miracle – who were 33-35 the first half of this season, 7.5 games back of South Division winner Palm Beach (40-27) – owe some of their success to four mid-season call-ups from low-A Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Tim Tebow helps pack in crowds over Fourth of July weekend at Hammond Stadium in Single-A Advanced Florida State League.

“In our business it’s all about butts in seats,” said Miracle vice president and general manager Andrew Seymour, dutifully pitching the team’s “fun, family-friendly” entertainment on the field and in the stands.