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FANBASE: A Deep Dive Into the Greatest Rivalry in Sports

What began as a podcast about the Red Sox and Yankees has become so much more. Whether it's focused on the legendary Sox-Yanks rivalry, Sabermetrics or sobriety, Brian Shactman and John Senecal elevate the conversation. These two SuperFans -- one Boston, one New York -- have been in the stands or press box for some of sports' greatest moments, and their perspective will give you plenty to think and talk about. Facebook: @FANBASEpodcastTwitter: @PodcastFanbase
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Episodes

#205: Let The Games Begin!

Finally, we get the second half. Both the Sox and Yanks have to run a gauntlet to finish July. Hopefully, it doesn't mean playoff death. Also, a Cy Young winner with a losing record? It could happen.

Jul 17, 202523 min

#204: BYE-BYE & BANG-BANG!

The Yankees are showing signs of life as they say goodbye to DJ. JRod is an all-star thanks to MLB. Plus, an epic beatdown on the golf course?

Jul 10, 202524 min

#203: All-Stars and an All Star Swoon

Yanks are in danger, and the All Star Game is in sight. We talk about that and tell our favorite childhood memories of the mid-summer classic. Oh, and Clayton Kershaw's 3,000 may be the last for a WHILE.

Jul 03, 202523 min

#202: Trades and Tears

Are the Sox already in the "sellers" category? And will anyone not named Judge hit consistently for New York? And we discuss, maybe, the take not taken with the Ketel Marte heckling story. Plus, funky player names and the role of Richard (listen and you'll get it).

Jun 26, 202521 min

#201: Down/Dirty On Devers

Raffy's a Giant after being a giant pain in the a$$. Good or bad for Boston? A sign of selling the team? Hot Take Central Baby!!!

Jun 16, 202515 min

#200: Milestone!!

Historic episode. We tell some stories! Also, big weekend series with three Yanks and Sox. Plus, the latest on Dobbins-Gate and Bat Dog!

Jun 13, 202526 min

#199: Big Weekend!

Yanks-Sox preview. Also, is Jarren Duran trade bait? Plus, the joys of short porches!

Jun 06, 202518 min

#198: Dom!!

Old friend Dom Rivers joins us to talk about just how inept the Rockies are. Plus, we update our teams and talk more about our favorite topic: FENWAY!

May 29, 202542 min

#197: Devers, Soto and 'Roids

As Raffy Devers controversy seems to fade, we look at similarities with Juan Soto's struggles in New York. Plus, new technologies for umps and would the Hall ever take Tatis, Jr.

May 20, 202524 min

#196: Devers Disaster

We continue to work over his comments on not moving to first. Who's the most to blame? Oh, and he's ON FIRE at the plate. Speaking of fires, we also talk Aaron Judge and the dumpster fire that is the Colorado Rockies.

May 12, 202521 min

#195: Blowing Leads

Bullpens are a major problem for both The Yankees and Red Sox. Plus, we try to figure out "Who's on First" for Boston.

May 06, 202521 min

#194: Sh-t Happens!

This one is GREAT. From literally, um, having accidents in your pants, to the Netflix Red Sox series to baseball in Orlando and Colorado -- give this one a listen!!

Apr 29, 202531 min

#193: Springtime!

Some green shoots of optimism in Boston. Meanwhile, the Yankees are in first but seem to lack depth. Plus, the Braves and bad leadership ... along with some bad umpiring.

Apr 23, 202516 min

#192: NOW!

Sox need to make changes. NOW! Plus, a great breakdown of the World Baseball Classic.

Apr 18, 202524 min

#191: Fenway Sucks!

John goes OFF on Fenway after going for the first time in years. Oh yeah, we also evaluate first leg of season and assess jinxing no-no's. Enjoy!

Apr 14, 202522 min

#190: Openers

Brian shares his thoughts on Fenway and his first-hand look at the team -- Devers still liked, Abreu LOVED. John talks contracts and early season take on Yanks et al.

Apr 08, 202523 min

#189 Judge-ing bats, Devers

Aaron Judge and the Yankees have been monstrous. Is it those weird bats? And can Devers not see through his tears or is he really hurt?

Mar 31, 202516 min

#188: Here We Go!

We set the table for the Sox and Yanks, make our picks division by division and pick a winner -- with SOME surprises.

Mar 26, 202533 min

#187: Capitulation

Raffy Devers caves, Yankees pitching is thin ... maybe call Joey Gallo?!?!

Mar 17, 202521 min

#186: Cole Blooded Reality

Is it a 5-alarm fire for the Yankees? John's hot take may surprise you. Regardless, the AL East may now be wide open. Buckle up.

Mar 11, 202516 min

#185: Spring Updates

No Devers yet -- Good for Sox? Yankee injuries mount. Plus, Pete Rose and ... Andre Agassi?!

Mar 04, 202522 min

#184: Beards, Boone and Bregman

Triple B! Who's gonna be the first Yankee to test the new beard policy? And will Boone actually manage for the full length of his deal. And yes, Brian is still pissed at Raffy Devers.

Feb 21, 202522 min

#183: Bregman, Devers and Dogs

The real reason Bregman may work in Boston and why John thinks Devers is done at third. Plus, facial hair ... and we have dogs!

Feb 18, 202520 min

#182: Alex Bregman!

He signs for 40 million a year and won't even play his true position. Good or bad deal? A good fast listen on a huge signing.

Feb 13, 202512 min

#181: Dom Rivers

Dom is a baseball lifer, from OG Roto to Elly De La Cruz, he knows A LOT. He gives us a bunch of takes, including the Sox and Yanks. Good stuff!

Jan 29, 202532 min

#180: Ueck and ChChChanges

We give Bob Uecker his due and then talk about changes in John's job and the media business in general. Plus, changes to the podcast!

Jan 17, 202529 min

#179: Looking Forward

We update free agency and talk about what we are most looking forward to in 2025!

Jan 03, 202524 min

#178: Special Guest!

We break down offseason moves, talk about how to deal with pitchers/injuries and a 50-year Sox fan joins in.

Dec 18, 202420 min

#177: So Long Soto

Juan Soto is a Met. WTF do the Yankees do now? And did you even believe the Sox tried? We pick up the pieces as the Winter Meetings begin and EVERYONE expects a Yankee response.

Dec 09, 202422 min

HOT Stove

Blake Snell gets paid ... by the evil empire! What it means for the whole market, and of course, Juan Soto. AND do you believe the Sox are in on all these FA's? (Hint: No)

Nov 27, 202422 min
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