Into the Shift
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsJoin Jamin Anderson and Matt Browning each week as they discuss everything about the National Pastime. From historical tidbits, to stats from the players you have long forgotten, to current season analysis, Into the Shift is the place to be for baseball fans.
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Episodes
Bun Warmers For Just a Day
September 12, 2022 14:47 - 29 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt embrace a brief fall-like day and take an in-depth look at each of the teams in their power rankings.
Down the Stretch They Come
September 05, 2022 13:04 - 35 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the schedules of each team in the playoff chase to see who has the inside track to bids and seeding.
The Big 4-0 (Happy Birthday Jamin!)
August 29, 2022 19:48 - 30 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Matt threatens to sing Happy Birthday to Jamin, the guys answer playoff-related questions and take a deep dive as to just how good the Dodgers are.
Jamin Goes On A Rant
August 23, 2022 14:14 - 33 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this episode, Jamin calls out Yankees fans, the guys break down the NL financial situations and the power rankings are becoming more and more clear.
Financial Report Part I: The American League
August 17, 2022 00:01 - 32 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode Jamin breaks down the current and future financial situations of each team in the American League.
Big Time Mailbag
August 09, 2022 00:11 - 34 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this mailbag episode, Jamin and Matt look at the most vulnerable potential playoff team, who makes the Hall of Fame of current players and which player from another generation would they like to see play in today's game.
2022 Trade Deadline Reaction
August 03, 2022 02:03 - 33 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the major trades from the 2022 trade deadline, as well as give their updated power rankings after all of the moves.
2022 Trade Deadline Preview
July 29, 2022 12:49 - 35 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, Matt presents Jamin with several trade ideas that could happen before August 2nd's trade deadline.
2022 All-Star Selection Show Extravaganza
July 08, 2022 12:17 - 31 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt unveil who they think should be chosen for the 2022 MLB All-Star Game.
The Good Ole' Days
July 03, 2022 22:04 - 42 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt answer your mailbag questions including being their favorite team's GM for a day, what the Royals need to do to become competitive and their favorite childhood memories.
Jamin the Soothsayer
June 27, 2022 13:35 - 46 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the landscape of both the American and National League as we head towards the halfway point of the season. Jamin looks ahead to October and answers some of the more important questions.
You Don't Have to Like Us But You Have to Respect Us
June 21, 2022 02:23 - 44 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the game's best managers, players they don't like but respect anyways and potential trade targets as the trade deadline is only 41 days away.
Two Guys and Their Feelings
June 13, 2022 01:47 - 44 minutes - 41.8 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt talk about how some particular teams should view their season so far, as well as some interesting historical comps.
This Podcast Has All Kinds of Swag
June 07, 2022 00:30 - 45 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at players heading for regression, teams not in first place who are scary and players from their childhood.
No Middle Ground and it's Only June
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the likelihood of there being several 100-win and 100-loss teams, further evaluate how good the pitching is/how bad the offense is and then determine if the NL West is good enough to get three teams in the playoffs.
The 2022 mail bag debut
May 23, 2022 02:37 - 42 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt answer the first mail bag questions of the season!
Only in Baseball
May 18, 2022 14:19 - 36 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt discuss a rare feet accomplished by the Cincinnati Reds, break down the NL West prospects and determine if we are far enough into the season to take teams seriously.
Mike Trout is still good at baseball
May 11, 2022 15:46 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at some of the more disappointing teams so far and their chances to turn things around, as well as discussing Mike Trout's start to the year and prospects in the NL Central.
Come on Blue!
May 03, 2022 14:15 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the wild inconsistency from umpires, breakdown some of the surprise teams so far and go in-depth on prospects from the NL East.
No offense but we need offense
April 25, 2022 13:58 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt talk about the lack of offense so far this season, prospects in the AL West and a teasing reference of Rob Deer.
A Really Nice Episode
April 20, 2022 15:14 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode Jamin and Matt debut their power rankings, look at Freddie Freeman's homer off his former team and break down the prospects in the AL Central.
Award Predictions Sure to Go Wrong (See Zac Gallen)
April 15, 2022 14:21 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt give their predictions for the MVP, Cy Young, Rookie and Manager of the Year awards. Matt also breaks down the top prospects in the AL East.
Happy Opening Day!
April 07, 2022 10:35 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt give their predictions for the upcoming season, including division finishes, playoff matchups and World Series champions.
The Final Six
March 29, 2022 20:03 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode Jamin and Matt break down the final six teams in their all-time teams: the Rays, Jays, Padres, Rangers, Nationals and Mariners.
Why Colorado, Why?
March 22, 2022 14:16 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBIn the second part of episode No. 65, Jamin and Matt talk about some of the latest hot stove moves, including the Rockies spending stupid money just to finish in fourth place.
Deja Vu All Over Again
March 22, 2022 14:08 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBIn the first part of Episode #65, Jamin and Matt discuss the all-time teams from two powerful organizations (or so we thought) in the Giants and the Cardinals.
139 years of blah
March 16, 2022 14:01 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn the second part of the episode, Jamin and Matt look at the powerful lineup of the all-time Pittsburgh Pirates and the underwhelming all-time Philadelphia Phillies.
Let the (Baseball) Madness Begin
March 16, 2022 13:57 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBIn the first part of Episode No. 64 Jamin and Matt break down some of the big moves that have taken place in this abbreviated and frenzied offseason.
To the City That Never Sleeps
March 08, 2022 15:19 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the all-time teams from the Mets and the vaunted Yankees. Teaser: the pinstriped folks are good. Very good.
We dedicate this episode to Terry Steinbach
March 01, 2022 20:35 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the all-time teams of the vaunted Twins and Athletics. Buckle up, these teams are loaded!
Those Teal Jerseys, Though
February 22, 2022 15:42 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt give you the all-time teams from the Miami Marlins and the Milwaukee Brewers. We may or may not mention Jeff Conine and Ricky Bones. You'll have to check it out!
Are the Dodgers overrated?
February 16, 2022 16:48 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt give a quick and painful update on labor situation, then give the all-time teams for the Angels and the Dodgers.
Adam Wainwright unfiltered
February 08, 2022 15:58 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt discuss Adam Wainwright's comments about the labor negotiations, plus give the all-time teams for the Kansas City Royals and the Houston Astros.
Wait...A.J. Pierzynski got Hall of Fame votes?!
February 01, 2022 15:07 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the 2022 hall of fame voting, plus break down the all-time teams from the Colorado Rockies and the powerful Detroit Tigers.
Guardians and Noodles
January 25, 2022 15:21 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the all-time teams of the Cleveland Indians/Guardians and the Cincinnati Reds. Spoiler alert: these teams are stacked!
A Bunch of Hacks
January 18, 2022 16:15 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt breakdown the all-time teams of the Chicago Cubs and White Sox. Be ready for impressive lineups, somewhat underwhelming starting rotations and Jamin dropping dad jokes.
L-O-A-D-E-D
January 11, 2022 15:19 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the all-time teams for the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox. The Orioles were surprisingly good and to the shock of no one, the Red Sox were absolutely stacked.
Poor Eddie Mathews (All-Time Teams Part 1)
January 04, 2022 21:04 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the all-time teams for the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Atlanta Braves. One really good and the other...well ya know.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday
December 14, 2021 17:47 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn the final episode of the year, Jamin and Matt look back on their most embarrassing moment, craziest prediction, best mailbag question of the year and look at the worst All-Star selections since 1990.
Mailbag Extravaganza!
December 07, 2021 15:08 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt answer your mailbag questions, including what team is due for the biggest regression next year, what rule changes they would like to see implemented, what was their favorite baseball video growing up and which baseball could thrive in another sport.
It's All About The Benjamins
December 01, 2021 15:33 - 55 minutes - 51 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt talk about the flurry of moves ahead of the impending lockout. In short, money for everyone!
The Money is Flowing!
November 17, 2021 15:43 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt finish their offseason previews, as well as discuss the crazy amount of money already being thrown out in free agency.
Goodbye to the 2021 Season and Hello Hot Stove!
November 09, 2021 15:09 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt tie a bow on the 2021 season with season grades for all 30 teams. Jamin also gives his top five surprising teams and top five disappointing teams.
Back to Houston
November 02, 2021 20:08 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down Game 6 and potentially Game 7 of the World Series. It's stressful ...very stressful.
Waffle House vs. Texas Roadhouse: 2021 World Series Preview
October 26, 2021 12:56 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt review the ALCS and NLCS and look ahead to the 2021 World Series between the Braves and Astros. They also preview the offseason for the Yankees and Cardinals.
A Tale of Two Series
October 19, 2021 19:52 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look at the significant differences between the ALCS and the NLCS, while also previewing four more teams as they head to the offseason.
On to the Championship Series
October 13, 2021 14:16 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt look ahead to both championship series, the continuing decline of MLB umpires and the flawed replay system. Oh and Matt is FIRED UP!
Wild Card and Divisional Round Preview
October 05, 2021 12:46 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt break down the AL and NL Wildcard games, as well as look ahead to the Divisional Round matchups.
Is it the Best Player or the Most Valuable Player?
September 29, 2021 15:11 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt have a heated debate about what constitutes the most valuable player award. They also give their other award winners, plus break down the final days of the season.
You Play Ball Like a Girl!
September 22, 2021 15:43 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode, Jamin and Matt recognize Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente, rate their top five baseball movies and Jamin proclaims is affection for the Dodgers.