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San Diego Padres 2019 Recap | Tatis Bursts Onto Scene
November 16, 2019 15:37 - 18 minutes - 43.4 MBThe San Diego Padres finished 2019 last in the NL West. The first year of Manny Machado's contract wasn't quite what they hoped for. Manny is in his prime, but is he going to bounce back to being the perennial All-Star he was in Baltimore? Fernando Tatis Jr. was arguably the most exciting player to watch in all of baseball. He never fell into any real struggles, but he was bitten by the injury bug. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Trout and Bellinger Win MVPs
November 15, 2019 12:21 - 11 minutes - 25.6 MBMike Trout and Cody Bellinger are the 2019 AL and NL MVPs. Trout took home his 3rd career MVP award as he edged out Alex Bregman of the Astros, despite missing the last few weeks of the season with a foot injury. In his eight full seasons, Mike Trout has finished first or second in the MVP voting seven times. Only one player has more MVPs than Mike Trout: Barry Bonds. Cody Bellinger took home his first MVP award after an elite season on both sides of the ball. Bellinger's defensive versatili...
deGrom and Verlander Win Cy | Was Gerrit Cole Robbed?
November 14, 2019 11:42 - 11 minutes - 26.1 MBJacob deGrom is a repeat winner for the National League Cy Young award. deGrom overcame a rocky start to the year to finish the season as the NL leader in WAR for pitchers. Justin Verlander took home his second career AL Cy Young award, as he edged out his teammate Gerrit Cole. Was Gerrit Cole robbed? Verlander has cemented his place in the Hall of Fame, and will be a first ballot inductee. All this on today's episode.
Astros Accused of Stealing Signs | Baseball's Spygate? | Fiers Details Astros' Sketchy Behavior
November 13, 2019 12:35 - 12 minutes - 29.7 MBThe Houston Astros have been accused of electronic sign-stealing during the 2017 season. According to Mike Fiers, a former Astros pitcher, Houston used a center field camera to steal signs and relay them to a TV in the dugout tunnel where players and team employees could see. The Astros seem to have been relaying the pitch-type by hitting a trash can whenever an off-speed pitch was signaled. Some opposing players, such as White Sox pitcher Danny Farquhar, noticed this noise while playing aga...
Alvarez and Alonso Are Rookies of the Year
November 12, 2019 12:08 - 13 minutes - 29.9 MBNeither Pete Alonso or Yordan Alvarez were Rookie of the Year favorites coming into the season, but they certainly were by the end of it. Yordan was a unanimous selection in the American League, while Pete won by a landslide in the National League. Both players made a huge impact with their power bats, and provided a jolt to their teams' lineups. All this on today's episode.
Betts/Lindor Trade Rumors | Revamping Free Agency | Astros in Trouble? | Hot Stove Begins
November 11, 2019 12:36 - 50 minutes - 57.4 MBWhat would it take for the Red Sox to trade Mookie Betts? One National League team is interested in Francisco Lindor, and it might be Cleveland's best play to deal their star shortstop. Would it make sense to trade Noah Syndergaard for Marcus Semien? Maybe baseball should implement some form of restricted free agency. Is it crazy to think the Astros are past their window? All this (and more) on today's episode!
Pittsburgh Pirates 2019 Recap | Some Young Studs But Not Much More
November 10, 2019 12:51 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MBWhen you're a consistent bottom-feeder in the standings, you get a lot of high draft picks over the years. The Pittsburgh Pirates have developed some young studs who showed well in 2019. Bryan Reynolds did show that he's one of the best outfielders in the game, Josh Bell became an All-Star, and Kevin Newman racked up hits. Besides that, this team was full of holes and question marks. Pitching and health were major pain points for the Pirates, as they look towards new management to guide thei...
Seattle Mariners 2019 Recap | Ichiro Retires | When Trades Backfire
November 09, 2019 14:27 - 14 minutes - 33.2 MBThe Seattle Mariners started the year off with a lot of momentum. They gave Ichiro a warm sendoff in his home country of Japan and won 13 of their first 15 games. Despite the good early-season vibes, the Mariners weren't fooling anyone. They faced inevitable regression, and their season unfolded as summer approached. The Mariners got a bit of a late-season jolt from some key September call-ups. Where do guys like Kyle Lewis, Shed Long, and Justus Sheffield fit in the Mariners' future? All th...
Silver Slugger Winners
November 08, 2019 12:02 - 14 minutes - 32.3 MBThe best bats have been branded. Given to the best hitter at their position in each league, the Silver Slugger award is an accolade that carries weight on a player's resume. The Braves had 3 winners this year, which certainly helped them win another NL East title. There are many first-time winners this year, including Carlos Santana, who apparently just needed a return home to Cleveland. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Toronto Blue Jays 2019 Recap | Developing a Young Core
November 07, 2019 12:15 - 18 minutes - 41.8 MBA lineup featuring the names of Guerrero, Biggio, and Bichette is enough to make most baseball fans excited. Although they were watching the sons of those MLB legends, Blue Jays fans got a glimpse of their future this summer. Vlad. Jr will be just fine after making some adjustments, if he can stay in shape. Cavan Biggio has great plate discipline and proved to be a good table-setter. Bo Bichette showed an All-Star caliber bat right away. These young players made the 2019 season a lot more be...
Kansas City Royals 2019 Recap | Merrifield Leads The Way | Soler Power
November 06, 2019 12:53 - 12 minutes - 29.7 MBWhat do you get when you mix a lackluster pitching staff full of mid-4 ERAs and an offense with the 2nd lowest OPS in the American League? You get something that looks a lot like the Royals did in 2019. The fact that the Royals are just a few years removed from a World Series victory shows just how difficult it is for small-market teams to maintain any kind of competitive window. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Miami Marlins 2019 Recap | Season Highlights | Where Are They Headed?
November 05, 2019 12:57 - 15 minutes - 36.6 MBThe Miami Marlins had the kind of season that everyone expected, including themselves. It's not so clear what direction this team is heading, but they currently idle at the bottom of the NL East while making a few splashy trades. Isan Diaz's debut went viral, and was one of the brightest moments of the year. The Marlins traded a very good player in Zac Gallen, but getting Jazz Chisholm in return should prove to be worth it. All this (and more) on today's episode!
Gold Glove Winners
November 04, 2019 11:49 - 16 minutes - 37.2 MBAward season is underway! The Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners have been announced. The best defenders in baseball have been named, and it's a great list of players. It seems like we've finally moved past the time where players' offensive performances would somehow factor into the Gold Glove voting. This is likely due to widespread acceptance of advanced defensive metrics which make things easier. The A's and Diamondbacks each have two winners. How many people even know who Yolmer Sanchez i...
Yankees Extend Chapman | Strasburg Elects Free Agency
November 03, 2019 13:06 - 17 minutes - 39.1 MBAroldis Chapman will be staying with the Yankees. The Cuban Missile received an additional year and $18 million from New York. Chapman took the bird in hand rather than test a potentially unforgiving open market. Stephen Strasburg has opted out of his contract and will be a free agent. Strasburg had 4 years and $100 million remaining on his deal, but he figures to receive a much bigger contract. Will he simply re-negotiate a deal with the Nats, or will a SoCal team lure him back home? All th...
Baltimore Orioles 2019 Recap | Establishing an Upward Trend | Beltran to Manage Mets
November 02, 2019 13:34 - 20 minutes - 48 MBThe Baltimore Orioles have a few talented players. That didn't stop them from going 54-108 this past season, but they do have a few really good players on their roster. Trey Mancini, Jonathan Villar, and John Means established themselves among the best in the American League. This organization has picked up a little bit of momentum and is headed in the right direction. What were some interesting Orioles moments this past season? Carlos Beltran has been named the next Mets manager. Is he a fu...
Detroit Tigers 2019 Recap | How to Start a Rebuild? | Miggy's Future
November 01, 2019 11:29 - 22 minutes - 51.1 MBIt was a trying season for the Detroit Tigers in 2019. Their biggest problem was a fundamental lack of major-league talent. The Tigers' struggles were a byproduct of a barren farm system, which was caused by an all-in attempt to win earlier in the decade when they had one of the most talented rosters in recent memory. Spencer Turnbull, Daniel Norris, and Matthew Boyd were solid arms in their rotation, but the Tigers simply didn't have much offense to speak of. Miguel Cabrera turned in the wo...
Nationals Win World Series | Strasburg Named WS MVP | How They Got There
October 31, 2019 11:53 - 13 minutes - 31.2 MBThe Washington Nationals have won the World Series. They did it in improbable fashion with a late-inning comeback in Game 7. However, that's what the Nats have been doing all year long, so it was only fitting. A decade after becoming the franchise's first #1 overall draft pick, Stephen Strasburg led them to a Word Series title. Strasburg has all the talent in the world, and he was finally able to put it all together this year because he stayed healthy. What enabled this team to consistently ...
Runner's Lane Controversy | Pimped Homers | Nats Force Game 7
October 30, 2019 11:15There will be a Game 7. It took a fantastic outing from Stephen Strasburg, a swag-filled home run trot from Juan Soto, and a controversial call, but the Nationals pulled out the victory. What exactly is runner's lane interference, and why was that call so controversial? Is it fair to start scrutinizing Justin Verlander's postseason struggles? Who has the upper hand going into Game 7? All this (and more) on today's episode!
Why The Nats Should Have Hope | The Case for Trading Starling Marte
October 29, 2019 11:53 - 16 minutes - 38.7 MBGame 6 of the World Series will yield one of two results: a clinch for the Astros or the Nationals will force a Game 7. The Nationals bats went cold over the weekend, but there are many reasons to believe they're not out of it yet. The Pirates might have a very strong opportunity to cash in on one of their most valuable assets, Starling Marte. Marte was quietly one of baseball's top center-fielders this year. What kind of return could he fetch and who might be interested? All this (and more)...
Astros Take 3-2 World Series Lead | Alvarez Breaks Out | Scherzer Scratched
October 28, 2019 11:41 - 8 minutes - 19.5 MBWith a Game 5 victory, the Astros are one win away from a World Series title. They lead the series 3-2 after rattling off three consecutive victories in Washington D.C. The Astros' bats have really come to life and Yordan Alvarez has joined the party. Joe Ross made a spot start for the Nationals because Max Scherzer was scratched due to spasms in his neck. The Nationals will try to keep this series alive as this series returns to Houston on Tuesday. All this on today's episode.
Astros Tie World Series
October 27, 2019 15:01 - 9 minutes - 22.4 MBThe 2019 World Series is now a best-of-three series, as the Astros defeated the Nationals in Game 4 to tie the series at 2-2. Don't sleep on Jose Urquidy and Will Harris. Houston's lesser-known pitchers have come up big this postseason. Both the Nationals and Astros have their aces lined up for the next two games, as fitting as that sounds. Its interesting to note that the road team has won every game so far. All this on today's episode.
Astros Steal Spotlight in Game 3 | Red Sox Hire Bloom As New GM
October 26, 2019 14:23 - 11 minutes - 25.7 MBThe Astros turned in a well-rounded performance as they defeated the Nationals 4-1 in Game 3 of the World Series. It was a classic case of good pitching as timely hitting for the Astros, as they avoided the daunting possibility of a 3-0 series deficit. Houston will go with a bullpen day tonight in Game 4, while the Nationals will start Patrick Corbin. Chaim Bloom has been named the next general manager of the Red Sox. He'll bring a completely new and modern approach to baseball operations, a...
Gold Glove Finalists
October 25, 2019 13:36 - 22 minutes - 50.7 MBWho are the finest in the field? Three finalists at each position have been named for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award. We discuss each candidate and who might be the favorite at each position. Defensive impact can be tough to quantify, and it often takes more than just the eye-test to know how good a defender really is. What are Defensive Runs Saved or Outs Above Average? These metrics provide a nice benchmark for us, but what other factors come into play in determining the best defenders? All...
Nats Take 2-0 Lead | Trout & Yelich Win Hank Aaron Awards | Ross Next Cubs Manager
October 24, 2019 13:37 - 11 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Nationals aren't messing around. With a resounding 12-3 victory in Houston yesterday, the Nats have grabbed control of this series. The next three games would be in DC, where the Astros won't have a DH. This series is far from over, but Houston needs to make a rapid adjustment in order to get back on track. Yelich and Trout won the Hank Aaron Awards for their respective leagues, but will they win MVP? Why did the Cubs hire David Ross as their next manager instead of someone more experien...
Nationals Take Game 1 | Soto Bursts Onto National Stage
October 23, 2019 13:15 - 7 minutes - 17.6 MBMost baseball fans know of Juan Soto's talent, but Soto put his immense skills on display on the national stage while leading the Nationals to a Game 1 World Series victory over the Astros. The Childish Bambino homered, doubled, singled, stole a base, and drove in three runs. The Astros were caught off guard in seeing Gerrit Cole surrender five earned runs, but they'll look to get back on track with Justin Verlander on the mound tonight against Stephen Strasburg. It's probably not a good ide...
Minor League Overhaul? | MLB Draft & Farm System Could Change
October 22, 2019 14:00 - 18 minutes - 43.1 MBMajor League Baseball has proposed a radical plan to restructure the Minor Leagues. The plan is to eliminate over 25% of minor league teams and shorten the draft to 20-25 rounds. In theory, this would consolidate talent, improve player pay, and improve minor league facilities/conditions. In reality, most minor league players are sold a dream of playing professional baseball, despite knowing they will likely never make it to the MLB. What does this mean for high school and college players ove...
DC Rising? | Nats Fan Previews World Series | Comparing Baseball Culture To Other Sports
October 21, 2019 12:10 - 37 minutes - 42.4 MBToday I'm joined by a special guest, Eric. As a proud Washington D.C. native, Eric is about to witness his team's first World Series appearance. For a city that hasn't seen many championships across all major sports, the nation's capital is ready to take the big stage. Eric tells us how he really feels about Bryce Harper. The Capitals are good, but will the Redskins or Wizards ever rise up the ranks in DC sports? What sets baseball apart from other more popular sports such as football or bas...
Altuve Sends Astros To World Series
October 20, 2019 15:14 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Astros have won the American League Pennant. Jose Altuve put and end to a back-and-forth contest between the Astros and Yankees with a walk-off homerun in the bottom of the ninth. His blast ejected life into an atmosphere that had just been stunned by a game-tying homerun by DJ Lemahieu of the Yankees. All Lemahieu does is hit. Do the Astros have the upper hand against the Nationals? All this (and more) on today's episode.
Yankees Win ALCS Game 5 | Bryce Harper Not Jealous of Nationals?
October 19, 2019 15:15 - 7 minutes - 17.6 MBThe Yankees have forced a Game 6 in the ALCS. Behind home runs from DJ Lemahieu and Aaron Hicks, the Bronx Bombers ambushed Justin Verlander en route to a 4-1 victory. James Paxton tossed 6 innings of 1-run ball with 9 strikeouts to lead the way on the mound. Both teams will start Game 6 with their bullpens tonight in Houston. Bryce Harper says he feels no jealousy towards the Nationals, as they made it to the World Series the year after he left. There are probably 330 million reasons why he...
Springer and Correa Lead Way | Astros Takes 3-1 ALCS Lead | LegaCCy
October 18, 2019 10:45 - 8 minutes - 18.8 MBGood things happen when George Springer and Carlos Correa go deep for the Astros. Both players hit 110-mph three-run blasts into the left field bleachers to lead the Astros to a 8-3 victory at Yankee Stadium. Houston has a 3-1 series lead, but this series isn't over yet. The Yankees will try to force a Game 6 tonight. CC Sabathia limped off the mound in what was likely the last appearance of his career. It surely wasn't how he wanted it to end, but CC should hold his head high for the outsta...
Yankees' Worst Nightmare | Angels Hire Maddon | Ejected For Arguing Robo Ump?
October 17, 2019 11:46 - 16 minutes - 38 MBWith yesterday's rainout, the ALCS is now scheduled to be played on four consecutive days. This means that, to win the series, the Yankees will likely have to face Greinke, Verlander, and Cole over the next three days. They'd have to win at least two of those games. The Angels have hired Joe Maddon on a three year deal, as he looks to turn things around for the franchise. Jacob Heyward (Jason's brother) was ejected from an Arizona Fall League game for a strike call made by the robot umpire. ...
Nationals Win The Pennant | Astros Take 2-1 Lead In ALCS
October 16, 2019 10:50 - 10 minutes - 24.4 MBThe World Series is coming back to the nation's capital. The Washington Nationals swept the St. Louis Cardinals to punch their ticket to the Fall Classic. Washington never trailed at any point in the series and Howie Kendrick won NLCS MVP. From starting the season with a 19-31 record, to facing a deficit in the NL Wild Card Game, to nearing elimination against the Dodgers in the 8th inning of Game 5 of the NLDS, the Nats have overcome steep odds. The Nats await the winner of the ALCS matchup...
Nats Take Commanding 3-0 Lead | Strasburg On Point
October 15, 2019 11:04 - 9 minutes - 21 MBThe Washington Nationals are one win away from the World Series. Stephen Strasburg stifled the Cardinals offense over 7 innings and the Nats offense was on fire. Howie Kendrick's offensive game has aged like fine wine. His smooth stroke and sound approach at the plate transcends his age. Victor Robles returned to the lineup and homered. His skillset has formed a strong foundation for him to build a very productive career. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Correa Walks Off on Yankees | Astros Tie ALCS
October 14, 2019 12:05 - 12 minutes - 29 MBCarlos Correa now has two career walk-off hits in the playoffs. The first came in Game 2 of the 2017 ALCS, and the next happened last night - also in Game 2 of the ALCS. The Astros tied the ALCS 1-1 as the series moves back to New York for three games. Is the 2-3-2 format ideal for best-of-seven series? The NLCS resumes today as Stephen Strasburg takes the mound for the Nationals vs. Jack Flaherty and the Cardinals. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Gleyber Leads Way for Yankees | Scherzer Flirts With No-No | Freese Retires
October 13, 2019 15:37 - 13 minutes - 30.7 MBGleyber Torres had a 5-RBI day as he led the Yankees to a Game 1 victory over the Astros in Game 1 of the ALCS. Torres is a legitimate superstar at the ripe young age of 22. Just a day after Anibal Sanchez flirted with a no-hitter, Max Scherzer did the same. Scherzer and the Nats defeated the Nationals to take a 2-0 series lead as the series heads back to DC. David Freese announced his retirement yesterday. Freese often delivered in big moments and is connected with one of the most memorable...
Anibal Flirts With No-No | Nats Win NLCS Game 1
October 12, 2019 11:59 - 5 minutes - 12.9 MBBehind Anibal Sanchez's dominant outing, the Washington Nationals took Game 1 of the NLCS in St. Louis. Sanchez carried a no-hitter into the 8th inning, until he surrendered a pinch-hit single to Jose Martinez. The Nats probably didn't expect such an effort from their back-of-the-rotation piece, but Sanchez has shown the ability to twirl a gem every once in a while. We look ahead to tonight's ALCS matchup between the Astros and Yankees. All this (and more) on today's episode!
Astros Down Rays In Game 5 | Glasnow Tipped His Pitches? | Cole Train Rolls
October 11, 2019 11:26 - 9 minutes - 21 MBThe Houston Astros are moving on to the ALCS for a rematch with the Yankees. The Astros jumped out to an early lead in Game 5 of the ALDS, as they scored 4 runs in the first inning against the Rays. It Astros looked particularly locked in at the plate. They were because Tyler Glasnow was tipping his pitches. How much of a difference do the slightest tips make? Gerrit Cole was dominant, as usual, as he put team on his back for eight innings of one-run ball. We look ahead to the ALCS and NLCS ...
Nats Stun Dodgers | Howie's Slam Sends DC To First NLCS | Cards Rout Braves
October 10, 2019 10:51 - 11 minutes - 27.1 MBThe Washington Nationals have won a playoff series. In improbable fashion, the Nationals staged a late-game comeback to stun the Dodgers. Anthony Rendon and Juan Soto led the charge by hitting back-to-back home runs to tie the game, and Howie Kendrick sent the Dodgers packing with a go-ahead grand slam in the 10th inning. For a team that started the season 19-31, the Nats have overcome steep odds in taking down one of the deepest and most talented teams of all time. They will face the St. Lo...
Rays Stun Astros to Force Game 5 | Tampa Bay Bullpen Outduels Verlander
October 09, 2019 11:47 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Rays pulled off a stunning victory as they took down the Houston Astros in Game 4 of the ALDS. The Tampa Bay bullpen out-dueled Justin Verlander in a fascinating fashion. Whether it's lefty specialists, groundball pitchers, or pitchers with a funky delivery, the Rays have a variety of flavors coming out of their pen - which is perhaps the best in all of baseball. Can the Rays pull off the upset in Houston against a fully-rested Gerrit Cole on Thursday? All this (and more) on today's epis...
Yankees Sweep Twins | Rays Sting Astros | Nats and Cards Force Game 5
October 08, 2019 11:22 - 10 minutes - 23.8 MBGleyber Torres led the Yankees to a sweep of the Twins as they advanced to the ALCS. Torres is the youngest Yankee to homer in a postseason game since Derek Jeter's iconic fan-aided home run in the 1996 ALCS. The big trade that brought Torres to New York three years ago is paying big dividends now. The Rays stayed alive by jumping all over Zack Greinke. Will they have enough magic left against Verlander tonight? Both NLDS series are going to Game 5, as the Nationals and Cards both forced a w...
Dansby and Duvall Lead Comeback | Dodgers Show Depth | Ozuna's Free Agent Profile
October 07, 2019 12:33 - 15 minutes - 36.5 MBThe Braves' 9th inning rally was punctuated by big hits from Donaldson, Dansby, and Duvall. Atlanta stunned the Cardinals to secure a key road victory. A seven-run 6th inning propelled the Dodgers to a victory over the Nats. LA's roster is particularly deep, and they can mix and match their lineup for a variety of situations. We saw that as they rolled out multiple key bench bats to face left handed pitching. We take a look at the developing free agent market, and what it could look like for...
Cole K's 15 As Astros Take Commanding Lead | Yes In-Didi! - Gregorious' Slam Leads Yanks
October 06, 2019 14:16 - 7 minutes - 16.3 MBThe Cole train keeps chugging along. With 7 2/3 scoreless innings and 15 strikeouts last night, Gerrit Cole's historic season kept moving right along. He's the epitome of a power pitcher and it's quite frightening that he's the #2 option in Houston's rotation. The Yankees defeated the Twins pretty handily, thanks in part to a grand slam by Didi Gregorious. We look ahead to the upcoming NLDS matchups. All this (and more) on today's episode.
Nats Put It All on The Line | Vintage Verlander | Bronx Beatdown | Battle-Tested Braves
October 05, 2019 15:36 - 13 minutes - 30 MB"We'll worry about Game 3 when we get there." That was the Nationals' strategy last night when they inserted Max Scherzer into the game in the 8th inning. The Nats won the game and will head back home with the series tied 1-1. Verlander was vintage, the Bronx Bombers were out in full force, and some battle-tested Braves contributed to a victory. All this (and more), plus a full recap of every game!
Buehler's Day On | Lux and Pederson Power LA | Acuna Won't Hustle?
October 04, 2019 13:23 - 11 minutes - 25.4 MBWalker Buehler extended his postseason scoreless streak to 16 innings as he kept the Nationals lineup in check with his high octane stuff. Gavin Lux is taking to the big stage quite well. The 21 year old has a sweet stroke from the left side which is going to play at a high level. Is Ronald Acuna Jr. the next Manny Ramirez? He's too talented to be held out of the lineup and his antics are simply entertaining to watch. All this (and more), plus a full recap of each game!
Rays Flex On A's | Oakland's Playoff Woes Continue | AL Wild Card Recap
October 03, 2019 14:08 - 7 minutes - 18.2 MBWith four home runs and a strong outing by Charlie Morton, the Rays defeated the A's in the American League Wild Card game. Charlie Morton is the first pitcher in MLB history to win three winner-take-all games. What chance does Tampa Bay really stand against the Houston Astros? A look ahead to tonight's NLDS matchup between the Nats and Dodgers. All this (and more) on today's episode!
Nats Take Wild Card | NLDS Look Ahead
October 02, 2019 13:18 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MBDespite falling behind the Brewers in a early deficit, the Nationals used a late rally to stun a sellout crowd in DC. Many will be quick to point to Trent Grisham's error in RF for allowing the go-ahead run to score, but Josh Hader did toss in a hit-by-pitch and a walk to load the bases. The Nats will head to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers in the NLDS. All this (and more) on today's episode!
Managerial Firings | Nats Offer Rendon | Rumblings in Boston
October 01, 2019 14:30 - 11 minutes - 26 MBThe Nats have extended an offer to Anthony Rendon in for 7 years, $210 - $215 million. It's a good start, but that won't be enough. Some managerial changes are taking place, as Brad Ausmus, Joe Maddon and Clint Hurdle have been fired. Hurdle was probably on his way out of Pittsburgh anyway, but Ausmus got the axe after just 1 year on the job. It seems like the Angels want to hire Maddon. We look ahead to tonight's NL Wild Card game. All this (and more) on today's episode!
Cardinals Clinch NL Central | Playoff Outlook | Final Statistical Leaders
September 30, 2019 15:01 - 15 minutes - 36 MBThat's a wrap! The regular season is over and it's time for the playoffs. It took all 162 games, but the Cardinals clinched the NL Central. Let's recap what we saw this year and survey the postseason field. Who led in all the major statistical categories? It's not too often a free-swinger leads the MLB in batting average, but Tim Anderson won a batting title with only 15 walks on the year. All this (and more) on today's episode!
A King in Queens - Alonso Sets Rookie HR Record | What Makes Verlander Unique | Full Recaps
September 29, 2019 12:41 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MBPete Alonso is a King in Queens. The New York Mets sensation has set the rookie record for home runs in a season. Justin Verlander got his 3000th career strikeout, crossing yet another key milestone to in his Hall of Fame career. JV is just the second player to hit 3000 strikeouts while striking out 300+ batters in the same season. Randy Johnson is the other. This indicates unparalleled dominance at an age, 36, when most other players have already seen a sharp decline. All this (and more), p...
Rays and A's Clinch | Alonso Ties Judge | Bronx Bombers Take Lead
September 28, 2019 15:16 - 11 minutes - 27.5 MBThe AL Wild Card game will feature two small-market and analytically-driven teams: The Rays and A's. These two teams are usually slept on in preseason rankings and projections. but they continue to surprise us with winning baseball every year. Pete Alonso tied Aaron Judge's rookie HR record with his 52nd blast of the year. He'll win NL Rookie of the Year. The Yankees have caught the Twins for the MLB lead in homeruns. Could we really expect anyone less from the Bronx Bombers? All this (and m...