That 90s Baseball Pod
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsMidwest Swing takes a look at the Minnesota Twins and baseball from a flyover country perspective. With up-and-coming baseball writer Brandon Warne and a cast of different characters, Midwest Swing will look to keep it light, but still informative and interesting as it pertains to this great game.
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That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 29 (Story Time with Denny Hocking)
April 28, 2022 20:45 - 2 hours - 106 MBIn the 29th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former big-league utility man Denny Hocking about spending the bulk of his career with the Twins, including playing for two legendary managers in Tom Kelly and Ron Gardenhire. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 28 (Story Time with Terry Steinbach)
April 07, 2022 22:31 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn the 28th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former big-league catcher Terry Steinbach to talk about his days with John Anderson in Minnesota, Tony La Russa in Oakland, Tom Kelly in Minnesota and everything in between. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion ...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 27 (Story Time with Dave Gallagher)
April 01, 2022 15:10 - 55 minutes - 42.1 MBIn the 27th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former big-league outfielder Dave Gallagher to discuss his well-traveled career, what he's up to now and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children figh...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 26 (Story Time with Jim Poole)
March 25, 2022 00:09 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBIn the 26th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former big-league left-handed reliever Jim Poole to talk about his wide-ranging experience playing for eight MLB teams as well as his recent ALS diagnosis and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portio...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 25 (Story Time with Bill Ripken)
February 25, 2022 18:38 - 58 minutes - 44.2 MBIn the 25th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by Baltimore baseball royalty in former Orioles infielder Bill Ripken to talk about the 1995 Buffalo Bisons, postgame shenanigans at the Metrodome, his days with Baltimore and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry wh...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 24 (Story Time with Paul Molitor)
February 10, 2022 21:26 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBIn the 24th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by MLB Hall of Famer Paul Molitor to talk starting with the Brewers, finishing with the Twins and everything in between. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 23 (Story Time with Tom Kelly)
February 03, 2022 17:37 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBIn the 23rd episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by legendary MLB manager Tom Kelly to discuss managing two World Series winners, memories of Kirby Puckett, Wayne Hattaway, Wayne Terwilliger and many more with copious stories and plenty of laughs. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced je...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 22 (Story Time with Jim Abbott)
January 28, 2022 01:08 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBIn the 22nd episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by 10-year MLB veteran Jim Abbott who discusses playing for Team USA in the 1988 Olympics, getting a standing ovation for successfully fielding a bunt in Cuba, making the big leagues without pitching in the minors and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chain...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 21 (Story Time with Kent Mercker)
January 15, 2022 22:07 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBIn the 21st episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by 18-year MLB pitcher Kent Mercker to talk about the 1991 World Series, the differing personalities between Greg Maddux/John Smoltz/Tom Glavine and what it was like to be teammates with Deion Sanders. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 20 (Story Time with Ruben Amaro Jr.)
January 07, 2022 01:28 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBIn the 20th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by MLB lifer Ruben Amaro Jr. to talk about the 1993 Philadelphia Phillies, 1995 Buffalo Bisons, being portrayed on "The Goldbergs" by Niko Guardado and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proce...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 19 (Story Time with Jeff Reboulet)
December 07, 2021 16:47 - 53 minutes - 41 MBIn the 19th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former MLB utility man Jeff Reboulet for copious stories about Tom Kelly, Kirby Puckett, Albert Belle, getting enough playing time as a utility man and so much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of ...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 18 (Story Time with Matt Walbeck)
December 03, 2021 21:01 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIn the 18th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former MLB catcher Matt Walbeck to talk about replacing Brian Harper, playing for Tom Kelly, catching a no-hitter and so much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps ...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 17 (Remembering Some Guys No. 2)
November 24, 2021 19:27 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBIn the 17th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg dust off a feature called "Remembering Some Guys" where they thumb through some old baseball cards and tell stories. This time, they open up a pack of Upper Deck 1990 and the fun begins there. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a por...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 16 (Story Time with Jeff Frye)
November 12, 2021 20:12 - 1 hour - 53 MBIn the 16th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former MLB jack-of-all-trades Jeff Frye to talk about making the big leagues as a 30th-round pick, grinding through nearly a decade in the majors and much, much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proc...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 15 (Remembering Some Guys No. 1)
November 05, 2021 17:16 - 58 minutes - 46.9 MBIn the 15th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg debut a new feature called "Remembering Some Guys" where they thumb through some old baseball cards and tell stories. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting cancer. Royce...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 14 (Story Time with Mark Gubicza)
October 29, 2021 19:48 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBIn the 14th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former Royals and Angels pitcher Mark Gubicza, who also does color commentary for their games on television presently. They talk all things Kansas City, the second round of the 1981 MLB draft and what it meant to stay with one team for (almost) his entire career. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. P...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 13 (Transatlantic Crossover with Darius and John from Batflips & Nerds)
October 24, 2021 01:12 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIn the 13th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon joins up with Darius and John from Batflips and Nerds for a special transatlantic crossover episode. Think "Jetsons meet Flintstones" as the guys talk about playoffs in the 90s, how the Brits got into baseball and all other things while helping promote the Sports Podcast Awards. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO COD...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 12 (Story Time with Buck Showalter)
October 14, 2021 00:54 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIn the 12th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by legendary manager Buck Showalter to talk shop about the 90s and his illustrious career. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting cancer. Royce Lewis' mother ...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 11 (The Relationship Between Pitcher and Pitching Coach)
October 08, 2021 13:30 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBIn the 11th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the relationship between a pitcher and a pitching coach across all levels of baseball. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting cancer. Royce Lewis' mother Cindy ha...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 10 (Story Time with Greg Swindell)
October 02, 2021 13:55 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBIn the 10th episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former big-league lefty Greg Swindell for stories about Texas baseball, going second overall in the MLB draft, transitioning from starter to reliever and much more. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of procee...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 9 (Story Time with Ben McDonald)
September 24, 2021 22:53 - 1 hour - 27.1 MBIn the ninth episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg are joined by former Orioles starting pitcher Ben McDonald for a fun hour-plus of stories from his career. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting cancer. Royce Lewis' mo...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 8 (The Life of a Closer)
September 17, 2021 20:52 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn the seventh episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the life of a closer in the late 80s and early 90s. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchenware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender Humility Chains -- Stylish, reasonably priced jewelry where a portion of proceeds supports NEGU, which helps children fighting cancer. Royce Lewis' mother Cindy has more than 20 stylish designs o...
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 7 (Ballparks of the 90s)
August 30, 2021 21:17 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBIn the seventh episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the MLB ballparks of the 1990s. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchen ware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 6 (Ask Gregg Anything!)
August 27, 2021 19:33 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBIn the sixth episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss everything under the sun as listener questions were submitted and answered. Be sure to check out our sponsors! Epare -- Reasonably priced, trendy kitchen ware. PROMO CODE: 10T90BP10 SimBull -- The stock market for sports. PROMO CODE: bender
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 5 (The 1994-95 MLB Strike)
August 16, 2021 20:10 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBIn the fifth episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the 1994-95 MLB strike, including the actions that led up to it, the strike itself and the fallout.
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 4 (Team USA)
August 09, 2021 20:34 - 1 hour - 39 MBIn the fourth episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the Team USA experience Mr. Olson had with both the 18U and Collegiate teams, as well as what might have been if he'd have played in the 1988 Olympics as well.
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 3 (The Trade Deadline)
August 02, 2021 19:29 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBIn the third episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg discuss the evolution of the trade deadline throughout his career, as well as specifics about players joining and leaving the teams he was on. Also -- we break down a bit of what it was like to be traded on separate occasions, two months apart.
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 2 (The Ripken Family)
July 26, 2021 19:54 - 1 hour - 36.9 MBIn the second episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" Brandon and Gregg go long-form on a discussion about the first family of baseball in Baltimore -- the Ripkens. Find out not only how Gregg interacted with Cal Jr. -- the most well-known of the Ripkens -- but also his experience with Cal Sr.'s place in Orioles lore as well as what it was like for Billy to play in the big leagues as well.
That 90s Baseball Pod -- Ep. 1 (Meet and Greet)
July 19, 2021 17:54 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBThis is the very first episode of "That 90s Baseball Pod" -- a podcast aimed to stoke the nostalgia within fans of a certain age. In it, we get to know former MLB relief pitcher and co-host Gregg Olson, a veteran of 14 MLB seasons with nine teams. Brandon Warne and Gregg dive into his upbringing in the game, as well as plant seeds for future episodes in what promises to be a fun ride for fans of most ages.
Midwest Swing — Mike Berardino Reveals his 2020 Hall of Fame Ballot!
January 11, 2021 23:35 - 53 minutes - 54.2 MBBrandon is joined by #OldFriend Mike Berardino to discuss his 2020 Hall of Fame ballot!
Managing in the Playoffs, and a More Aggressive Offseason
March 05, 2020 17:36 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBBrandon is in studio this week and he is joined by special guest Tiny Nick. We discuss the strong season the Twins had in 2019, their performance in the playoffs, and a more active offseason in 2020. In This Episode: Recapping the 2019 season [3:00] Building a playoff team [13:00] Rocco's management in the post season [25:00] A new approach to the offseason [35:00] How good will the Twins be this year? [42:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews...
Homer Bailey, Injuries, and Listener Questions
February 27, 2020 18:36 - 47 minutes - 65 MBBrandon and Tom are in studio this week to discuss spring training. We talk about Homer Bailey's potential on this team, how coaches and players handle injuries, and the Twins organizational structure. In This Episode: Homer Bailey at spring training [3:00] Medical considerations and coaching [14:00] Building a smart team [26:00] Listener questions [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the st...
Spring Training, Coaching Philosophy, Bailey's Beefs
February 21, 2020 16:50 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to discuss Tom's recent trip to Fort Myers for the Minnesota Twins Spring Training, the teams philosophy when it comes to coaching, first impressions on all the new guys, and Justin Bailey The Producer begins a new segment called "Bailey's Beefs!" In This Episode: Tom returns with tales from Spring Training in Fort Myers [2:00] The Minnesota Twins Have a Philosophy on Coaching, Not a Hitting Philosophy [15:00] First impressions on Kenta Mae...
Trevor Plouffe
February 14, 2020 16:53 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBOn this weeks episode of Midwest Swing, Brandon and Tom are joined by former Minnesota Twin infielder Trevor Plouffe (@TrevorPlouffe)! Trevor shares his fondest memories of Minnesota, offers his thoughts on the the Astros scandal, talks about his time with the Twins and other teams, what the arbitration process is like, and answers some listener questions! In This Episode: Welcome to the show, Trevor Plouffe! [2:30] Memories from spring training and early Twins days [9:00] Thoughts on...
Betts Trade Fallout and Joshua Kusnick Interview
February 07, 2020 17:27 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBBrandon and Tom are in studio to discuss the stalled trade between the Twins, Dodgers, and Red Sox. We also have special guest Joshua Kusnick, who talks about being an MLB agent, Esports, and transitioning to comedy. In This Episode: The slow moving Mookie Betts trade [2:00] Special Guest Joshua Kusnick [20:00] Transitioning from MLB agent to comedian [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the...
26-Man Roster Projections
January 31, 2020 17:28 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss why today is a better day to be a Twins fan than ever before, offer a recap of last weekend's TwinsFest, and begin to predict what the 26-man roster could look like on Opening Day! In This Episode: The Time Has Never Been Better to be a Twins Fan [2:00] TwinsFest recap [27:00] 26-man roster predictions [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state...
Donaldson Press Conference, Sano Extension, Twins Fest
January 24, 2020 16:36 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to continue the discussion about Josh Donaldson including a recap of this weeks introductory press conference and what number we think he will wear, diving into Brandon's article about the Twins' Latin American process, plus a preview of Twins Fest! In This Episode: Josh Donaldson presser recap [2:30] Miguel Sano Extension Further Validates Twins' Ever-Evolving Latin American Process [30:00] #20 or #24..... [40:00] Twins Fest & Winter Mel...
Josh Donaldson
January 17, 2020 16:07 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBTHE MINNESOTA TWINS SIGNED JOSH DONALDSON! That's it, that's just.... the whole show! Nothing else has happened in the MLB this week that is even worth mentioning. This is the only news that we have to discuss this week. Maybe a little bit of something else, but only if we have time..... In This Episode: Blame it on the rain...... [1:30] Breaking down the record-setting free agency signing [7:00] Donaldson, MN [21:00] Turning prospects into star pitching [30:00] .....astros ta...
Mike Berardino's Hall Of Fame Ballot
January 10, 2020 17:18 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBThis week we have Mike Berardino (@MikeBerardino) back on the show to talk about some MLB offseason stuff as well as revealing his 2020 BBWAA Hall Of Fame Ballot! In This Episode: Welcome back, Mike Berardino! [2:00] Players who didn't quite make the cut.... [9:00] Revealing Mike's Ballot! [15:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor League...
Rich Hill, Homer Bailey, White Sox Moves
January 03, 2020 17:11 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBTom is back! We hear all about his month-long excursion to South Korea and more, break down the recent Minnesota Twins signings of Rich Hill & Homer Bailey, as well discuss what moves might still be coming this offseason including potential trades and remaining free agents! In This Episode: Recapping Tom's trip [2:30] Rich Hill & Homer Bailey [13:00] What moves are on the horizon for the Twins? [26:00] How good are the White Sox going to be? [40:00] Grading the offseason [51:0...
Twins & Brewers Offseason Progress Reports
December 27, 2019 18:04 - 1 hour - 137 MBTom is gone, but Brandon & Justin The Producer are back in action and ready to break down all the MLB Free Agency craziness from the last month! How badly is the Brewers rotation going to suck? What is the Twins off-season plan? JOSH DONALDSON? Twins trade ideas? Payroll? Rebuilding? All this and much more! In This Episode: Happy Holidays! [2:00] Brewers Rotation & Off-Season [6:00] Twins Off-Season [24:00] MLB Free Agency Roundup [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast w...
D.B. Firstman & Interesting Baseball Names
December 13, 2019 17:22 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBWelcome back to Midwest Swing! Tom Schreier is once again gone but do not fret, Brandon brought in D.B. Firstman (@dianagram) author of the upcoming book Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from 'The Only Nolan' to 'Van Lingle Mungo' and More to talk about a myriad of topics including the book, the Simpsons, funny Twitter accounts, and of course tons of baseball! In This Episode: Welcome, D.B. Firstman! [2:00] Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from '...
Ozzie Guillén Jr on Being Ozzie II, Finding His Path, and the 2000 Devil Rays
December 06, 2019 16:17 - 1 hour - 108 MBToday we have another special guest as Ozzie Guillén Jr joins Brandon to talk about growing up around baseball, how his father influenced his career and his current connections with baseball. We also talk White Sox, Michael Pineda, and a behind the scenes look at the 2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays. In this Weeks Episode: The White Sox [3:00] Michael Pineda [13:00] Growing up around baseball [22:00] Managing amateur baseball [31:00] Ozzie Guillén Sr [42:00] Bat boy for the 2000 De...
Astros, Grisham, and Bulldogs with Elling Hofland
November 22, 2019 18:09 - 1 hour - 101 MBSpecial guest alert! Today we have an incredibly fun episode with Elling Hoffland who's a Product Manager for Sportradar! We break down all the news from around the league including the latest on the Astros scandal, Yasmani Grandal signing with the White Sox, some Minnesota Twins off-season updates, as well as tons of Brewers talk and a game where we run through some of the funniest names in MLB history! In This Episode: Welcome, Elling Hoffland! [2:00] News from around the league [...
Sign Stealing, MVP's, Rocco, Odorizzi
November 15, 2019 17:17 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss all the biggest news surrounding the MLB (and more!) on the latest episode of Midwest Swing! The Astros are stealing signs, Odorizzi accepted his QO, AL & NL MVP's announced, Rocco wins Manager of the Year, and tons of Twins front-office news! In This Episode: Myles Garrett [2:00] Houston Astros Sign Stealing [10:00] AL & NL MVP's [20:00] Brandon's Health Journey [38:00] Rocco Wins AL Manager of the Year [42:00] Falvey & Levine [...
Odorizzi QO, Offseason Roundup, Twins Targets
November 05, 2019 21:47 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBBrandon and Tom are back in action and ready to break down some recent Minnesota Twins news, as well as some headlines from around the world of sports! In This Episode: Deadspin/Kansas City/Stephen A. Smith [2:30] Jake Odorizzi QA [15:00] What did we learn from this years World Series? [23:00] MLB Trade Rumors: Twins Targets [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minn...
Rowson To Miami, World Series, Airing of Grievances
October 29, 2019 19:40 - 57 minutes - 79 MBBrandon and Tom are back in studio to (sorta) talk baseball, including some shakeups to the Minnesota Twins coaching staff, a huge recap of the World Series that includes a little bit of talk about the actual games being played, as well as tons of talk from around the league! In This Episode: Cord Cutting & GIF's [5:00] World Series & News From Around The League [15:00] James Rowson [45:00] Matt Wisler [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne inter...
Tiny Nick on Twins Offseason Plans, World Series
October 22, 2019 17:38 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBThe world-famous Tiny Nick, known from the TV coverage of Willians Astudillo catch at the right field wall, joins the show again to prep for the Minnesota Twins offseason. Who stays? Who goes? Who do we WANT? Who do we NEED? We also discuss the fallout from the Twins/Yankees series, as well as our expectations for the upcoming World Series matchup between the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros! In This Episode: Twins/Yankees Fallout [5:00] World Series Expectations [21:00] Tw...
Odorizzi, Rosario, Cruz, and Twitter Q's
October 15, 2019 19:37 - 1 hour - 103 MBTom & Brandon are back to share their thoughts on the MLB Playoffs so far, as well as dive back into Brandon's "Offseason Blueprint" for the Minnesota Twins including why he doesn't have them resigning Jake Odorizzi, as well as answering some of your questions form Twitter! In This Episode: Tom's Sketchy Uber Ride [2:00] Jake Odorizzi's Future [7:00] Nelson Cruz: Future Hitting Coach? [19:00] Twitter Questions! [29:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Wa...
Brandon Warne's Offseason Blueprint
October 11, 2019 17:43 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MBBrandon Warne & Tom Schreier are back in studio to offer reactions to the Minnesota Twins season-ending press conference, as well as layout their ideas of what this offseason will look like for the team, including who will stay, who will go, and potential free agency targets they might look at! In This Episode: Will Gerrit Cole be a Minnesota Twin? [2:00] What is the Twins plan for the off-season? [11:00] Tenders & Non-Tenders? [20:00] Free Agency Targets [30:00] 2020 Roster P...