Dropping the Ball
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -A sports podcast, broadcasted by two ordinary guys, Andrew and Luke. Join us for in depth reviews of live events, past moments and recaps of all sorts of sports!
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MLB Too Soon to Tell
April 20, 2022 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBSo you're telling me there's a chance?? Andrew and Luke are back again, making some bold statements and saying some stuff that most likely won't be true by the end of the season! But it's fun, anyway, isn't it? Take a few minutes out of your day to tune in to find out who are the 2022 Too Soon To Tell candidates for this year's top hardware for individual players, along with those teams that are pushing towards better or worse this season!
MLB Opening Day 2022
April 07, 2022 01:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBAndrew flies solo in this year's edition of Dropping The Ball's MLB predictions! Rather than the same boring ol' predictions, DTB decided to pick their favorites! Andrew covers the 4 teams he think are the most likely to be talked about as playoff teams. It won't necessarily be the division winners we'll all want to talk about! Tune in to find out his sleeper pick and more for this season of America's past time. Don't forget to tune into Luke's Champions League Quarterfinals episode! ...
MLB Opening Day 2022
April 07, 2022 01:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBAndrew flies solo in this year's edition of Dropping The Ball's MLB predictions! Rather than the same boring ol' predictions, DTB decided to pick their favorites! Andrew covers the 4 teams he think are the most likely to be talked about as playoff teams. It won't necessarily be the division winners we'll all want to talk about! Tune in to find out his sleeper pick and more for this season of America's past time. Don't forget to tune into Luke's Champions League Quarterfinals episode! ...
Champions League Quarterfinals
April 04, 2022 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBLuke's off on a solo-dolo covering the Champions League Quarterfinals! If you're just now catching up on the Champions League or need a "quick" refresher, Luke covers what teams are still in the competition, how they got themselves here, and whether or not they can expect to make it to the final and win it all. Luke has included his predictions for each round at no additional fee. Its a Champions League fire sale! Be sure to check out Andrew's MLB Opening Day pod! Logo by Mackenzie Ross M...
MLB's Ringless Six
March 11, 2022 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBBaseball is BACK and ready for action! Why not talk about some of it's biggest names, but for all the wrong reasons. Andrew and Luke take the time to tell you a bit about the six remaining teams vying for the ever-so-elusive, Fall Classic Crown. Will you be surprised by the names on the list and more importantly, which of the remaining few will even stand a chance at seeing their name in the lights in their future? Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
How Do We Get Back To Baseball?
February 17, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBThe MLB owners and the MLBPA are not exactly the best of friends, so it's not like we're surprised that it looks like a delayed season may be on the horizon...but come on! Andrew and Luke discuss the differing perspectives in this new CBA and contemplate how professional baseball can begin to look a little more like the NBA. We'd even be happy to look like the NFL at this point... Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
A Tale of Two Clubs
February 03, 2022 01:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBHear ye, hear ye, for we shall tell the tale of two clubs, Everton and Chelsea. Andrew and Luke compare and contrast their two favorite clubs since the arrival of Pep Guardiola to the Premier League as the manager of Manchester City. The boys feel that this was the year that the Premier League truly became the best in the world, and the reactions of the challengers to City over these past years shows it. 2016 was a landmark season for both Everton and Chelsea, so how have the various player ...
Unbreakable Sports Records
January 02, 2022 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBAndrew and Luke gotta give credit to Steph. Looks like that new 3 point record isn't going anywhere for a long time. That got them thinking of the other all time unbreakable sports records. We're going beyond baseball and soccer for this one! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
2022 MLB Hall of Fame
December 20, 2021 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBLet Andrew and Luke guide you through a holiday season that is clouded by the Omicron variant just like Rudolph led Santa's sleigh on that fateful night. We're doing that by focusing on the most recent bit of baseball news, the 2022 MLB Hall of Fame ballot. Will Bonds, Clemens, Schilling, or Sosa get voted in on their final year on the ballot? If they do, what does that mean for the other legends of the Steroid Era, such as Alex Rodriguez, who is on the ballot for the first time this year? D...
2021 MLB Lockout
December 03, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBWhen most people are excited for the most wonderful time of the year, it looks like baseball fans are getting coal in their stockings. Andrew and Luke are going to attempt to deck these baseball halls with boughs of holly while finding some silver and gold linings over the impending lockout. They'll tell you all you need to know so that you can avoid having a blue, blue, blue, blue Christmas. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Premier League Thanksgiving Table Toppers
November 22, 2021 22:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the Premier League table as we head into the fixture-packed holiday season. Which clubs have been the predictably good sweet potato casseroles and which ones have underperformed just like the stuffing balls you keep taking to your family gatherings each year despite no one eating them? One thing's for certain, Manchester United is definitely the fruitcake thus far this season. We also discuss which stuffing balls have pulled the trigger on their managers who they've b...
2021 MLB Free Agency
November 19, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBAndrew and Luke discuss one of the best MLB free agencies of our lifetimes, as a class of Hall of Fame shortstops and pitchers, as well as some other fan favorites, find themselves looking for a new home. Will they stay or will they go? We cover the wants/needs of the 2021 playoff teams, as well as some old fan favorites, too. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
2021 World Series Wrap Up
November 08, 2021 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBTo all you Braves fans out there, we hear your cries and are here to say CONGRATULATIONS! Andrew and Luke, with tiny special guest Addison, give their take on the World Series Champs, the Atlanta Braves! They chopped on through their competition and head into the offseason with questions needing to be answered before their quest to the elusive repeat begins! Subscribe, share and FIVE star ratings! #MLB #AtlantaBraves #ChopOn #WorldSeriesChampions2021 #baseball #DroppingTheBall #podcasts #Sp...
New Money Newcastle!
November 02, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the newest big money takeover in European soccer, the purchase of Newcastle by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia and their partners. First, why should we care about Newcastle? The boys give you all the background on your new favorite club (or perhaps your new LEAST favorite). Beyond that, with a new big boy in town, how will this impact both the English Premier League as well as European soccer in general? Follow us here for all things soccer (and baseball), ...
Astros vs. Braves World Series Predictions
October 26, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBLuke and Andrew discuss the 2021 World Series battle between the experienced Astros and the underdog Braves. How did the teams get here? How do they matchup against each other? And, most importantly, who will win it all? We answer all these questions in this episode, so be sure to follow us and share what we're doing with your fellow baseball fans. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Don't Call It A Rebrand
October 18, 2021 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBDTB is back with its third season, and things are gonna be changin' 'round these parts. Listen in to get caught up with the boys and to hear what Luke and Andrew are planning for the new season of Dropping the Ball. Spoiler Alert: If you like soccer and baseball, you've come to the right place. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter and smash the subscribe button on whatever platform you get your podcasts! BRAND NEW Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
MLB Trade Deadline - Sports Shorts
July 12, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBJoin our host Andrew as he discusses some of the hottest names in the MLB that could be on the move. With the trade deadline of July 31st looming, will your team be buyers or sellers? Logo: Mackenzie Ross Music: Silverman Sound Studios
"The Sticky Stuff" - Sports Shorts
June 19, 2021 22:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBAndrew takes some time to break down the recent rule enforcements in the MLB as it pertains to the usage of foreign substances to alter the makeup of a baseball. Is it right, is it wrong, did the MLB go about it the right way? Only you can decide! Logo: Mackenzie Ross Music: Silverman Sound Studios
2021 European Soccer Wrap Up - Sports Shorts
June 01, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBLuke highlights the 2020-21 Serie A (Italian), La Liga (Spanish), Bundesliga (German), Women's Super League and Premier League (both English) seasons. Also, he wraps up how the Europa and Champions League finished. If you are looking for a great summary of this season in preparation for the 2021-22 season, look no further! Logo: Mackenzie Ross Music: Silverman Sound Studios
Pace Of Play - Sports Shorts
May 17, 2021 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn the first of it's kind for Dropping The Ball, Andrew takes on this episode solo! Get some up to date MLB news, plus a he takes a deeper look at some of the newer "pace of play" rules in place for the 2021 season! Logo By: Mackenzie Ross Music By: Silverman Sound Studio
Money Talks
May 09, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBSports contracts are wild, crazy and elaborate. Who makes the most? What sport should you strive to become a professional in? Luke and Andrew take a deeper dive into some of the more popular sports that we all love and help you understand who really makes the most! Logo By: Mackenzie Ross Music By: Silverman Sound Studio
College Basketball Blue Bloods
March 24, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBLuke and Andrew discuss the greatest NCAA Division I College Basketball teams with a particular focus on their ability to produce NBA talent. Kentucky, Carolina, Duke, UCLA...which one is the best, and are there some dark horse candidates out there that should be considered, as well? Also, they talk about the future of the UNC-Duke rivalry with the impending changes in image and likeness for college athletes. Find us at Ludorew Media LLC on Facebook! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silver...
Baseball Dynasties
January 23, 2021 00:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the greatest baseball dynasties of all time. Listen in to find out who makes the cut and whether or not a dynasty is even possible anymore in modern baseball. #mlb #baseballdynasties #yankees #cards #astros #braves #moneyball #indians #gocubsgo #dodgers Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Hope for USA Men's Soccer
January 01, 2021 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBWe have great news. There is hope for the US Men's National Soccer Team. We have been through our trials and tribulations, and its time for our coming out party on the international level. In this episode, we go through the history of the team from the beginning to today, and lay out our case for why we are about to see the US make some noise in the upcoming Gold Cup and World Cup tournaments. #droppingtheball #sportspodcasts #ludorew #USMNT #soccer #FIFA #goldcup #worldcup #captainamerica ...
Top 10 NBA Teams Since the Merger
November 20, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBWe've got Bulls, Celtics, Lakers, and much, much more as Andrew and Luke count down the Top 10 NBA teams since the NBA-ABA merger. Some feelings are going to be hurt in this one, so be sure to listen, rate us and review us on Apple Podcast, and smash that subscribe button. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
The Real American Gladiators
October 13, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the mental and physical costs of football, America's most violent sport, by tracing the developments of the game since its beginnings in the late 19th century. Can rules and regulations make the sport less violent? Are the rules and equipment doing enough to protect the players? Throughout the history of football, what costs have the players paid to make it America's most popular sport? The boys discuss all this and much more! Remember to rate us on Apple Podcasts and...
2020 MLB Wild Card - Who's Hot and Who's Not?
September 29, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBAndrew and Luke provide some background on the 2020 MLB playoffs and pick the best 3 matchups of the Wild Card series. Which teams look ready to make some serious noise in the playoffs? Which teams probably shouldn't even be there? Find out on this episode! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Premier League Predictions for the 2020-21 Season
September 19, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBAndrew and Luke pick the best and worst kits, debate the best transfer of the "summer," hand out the Premier League end of season awards, and predict the best and worst performers of the season as well as their Top 6 and Relegation sides. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Biggest Questions of the 2020 NFL Season
September 01, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBAndrew and Luke provide some insight on their biggest questions leading into the 2020 NFL Season. Will Brady be a success in Tampa Bay? Will the Pats be able to win without him? Are the Ravens for real? Will the Chiefs repeat? Who will be the team to beat in the NFC? And many more! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Predicting the First Round of the NBA Playoffs
August 17, 2020 20:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBAndrew and Luke discuss how the teams performed during the NBA Bubble season finale, highlight the match ups heading into the first round of the playoffs in Orlando, and predict which teams will make it through to the second round. Also, don't miss our picks for who is going to win it all. Be sure to rate us on Apple Podcasts and subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
UEFA Champions League Preview
August 05, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the knockout stages of the Champions League, profiling the remaining teams and predicting who will take the Trophy with the Big Ears!
National League Baseball Preview
July 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBAndrew and Luke break down the National League, touching on the developments that have taken place with each team during the offseason and predicting their performances through the season. They also rank how each division will finish up and make their predictions on who will win the pennants and the World Series. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
American League Baseball Preview
July 15, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBAndrew and Luke discuss the American League, team by team, providing their predictions on where each will finish. Give us feedback on your thoughts by joining us on the Ludorew Media Facebook page! Give us a rating and a review and be sure to subscribe! Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studio
Liverpool Are Champions!
July 01, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBAndrew and Luke deliberate the MLB's decision to start the season, give an update on the KBO season, and discuss Liverpool being crowned champions of England and the current state of the Premier League table with 7 matches to go. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Activist Athletes and NBA Playoffs Preview
June 16, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this episode, Andrew and Luke share their thoughts on Black Lives Matter, discuss athletes' roles in activism and social change, and preview the return of the NBA season. Logo by MacKenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Our Guide to Korean Baseball
June 01, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn this episode, Andrew and Luke discuss the Korean Baseball League by providing a history of the league, a discussion about the differences and similarities between KBO and the MLB, and a comparison of the 10 KBO teams with teams from the MLB. If you are wanting to get into the KBO, look no further than this episode! Logo by MacKenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios
Liverpool Against the World
May 18, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBThis one is for all lovers of soccer, both the diehards and those trying to just learn more about the sport. In this episode, the boys start off by giving you a crash course in European soccer. We know it can be complicated, so here's all you need to know. They follow it up by investigating where the Liverpool 19-20 team might rank in comparison to the greatest Premier League sides of all time. Give us a like, a rating, click subscribe, and follow us on Twitter (droppin_theball) or Facebook ...
The State of the College Athlete
May 02, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBIn this episode, Andrew and Luke break down the proposed changes to the NCAA regarding compensating college athletes. There is a lot of media coverage on this subject, so we digest it all down into this single conversation so you can tell your friends at work all about it...whenever that is. Logo: Mackenzie Ross Music: Silverman Sound Studios
Basketball vs. Football
April 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBIn this episode, Andrew and Luke compare and contrast NCAA football, NCAA basketball, the NFL, and the NBA. Combining subjective opinion with a bit of objective data, the guys take you through the different sports, highlighting their current positives and negatives, culminating in an official DTB ranking of the four organizations in 2020. We also have a 30-day sports forecast at the beginning of the episode to keep you up-to-date on the return of the sports world! Don't forget to hit the sub...
Baseball Scandals
April 05, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBBaseball's history is a complex story. In this episode, Andrew and Luke discuss the various ways that baseball has been shaped not only by the scandals but also the reaction of the commissioner's office, the MLBPA, and the general public to the scandals. Because baseball has been able to endure these bad moments, it has solidified itself as the All-American pastime.
Getting to know us
March 22, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBWelcome to Dropping the Ball with Luke and Andrew, the sports podcast that you didn't know that you were looking for! On our very first episode, we discuss our format going forward and have a brief discussion on a few pertinent topics in sports this spring. Logo by Mackenzie Ross Music by Silverman Sound Studios