#56 Episode: And the Winner Is?
What in tarnation (yes tarnation!) is going on when none of the MVP finalists even made the playoffs. We pick all the winners from MVP to the Cy Young. And THE BEST nugget segment we've ever had.
Nov 11, 2021•29 min
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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#55: One Season Ends, Another Begins
World Series wrap-up, free agents to watch from series and Ian Anderson's origin story (Good up-state NY talk!)
Nov 03, 2021•24 min
#54 Red Sox ribbons, Gerrit Cole and the wave's OG story
We say goodbye to the Red Sox, hello to a story of why maybe the Yankees didn't work. And stick around for a nugget any fan would want. Oh, and we handicap the World Series
Oct 25, 2021•26 min
#53: Rivalries Compared ... and a Guest!
We welcome in long-time reporter -- and Dodgers fan -- Doug Greene. Carlos Correa to Yankees? And what's better, Yankees-Red Sox or Dodgers-Giants?
Oct 18, 2021•32 min
# 52: Red Sox Magic!
We break down the unlikely surge that has Boston in the ALCS, and Brian talks about being at Fenway for Game 4.
Oct 12, 2021•22 min
#51: Yankees Clean House?
A great scene at Fenway ends with, well, the end of the Yankee season. It leaves us with two questions: Who gets fired and can the Sox beat the Rays? We answer both.
Oct 06, 2021•21 min
#50: Emergency Wild Card Edition
Of course, it's Red Sox-Yankees in a 1-game playoff. At Fenway and yes, a lot of Yankee fans will be there. Perfect. We put a ribbon on a gift of a final regular season weekend, and tell you who's going to win and move on.
Oct 04, 2021•17 min
#49 Fenway Park or Maybe Yankee Stadium North?
Yankees sweep the Sox! More shocking? How many NY fans were at Fenway. We break down how it's Brian's fault that Stanton hit that granny. Plus, great attendance stats and handicapping the rest of the way.
Sep 27, 2021•22 min
#48: Tension Spills Over
Whether it be Fernando Tatis, Jr vs Manny Machado or vaccinated players vs. unvaccinated, tension is high in the playoff race right now. Plus, why the World Series may have to go through Toronto
Sep 20, 2021•24 min
#47 " Way Back, Way Back"
Episode 47:Like in "Jerry Maguire" when Tom Cruise "had her at hello", Don Laviano had us at "Satin Silver Yankee jacket". We go deep into the way back machine with our Donny Baseball. How many pieces does he have? How did he get a picture with the "Core Four" and what's in store for the postseason.
Sep 13, 2021•47 min
#46: Jeter, 9/11 and September Swoons
Love him or hate him, Derek Jeter is a classic Hall of Famer. Does that mean non-Yankee fans have to like him? Plus, how both teams may well miss the playoffs and 9/11 remembrances from a news photographer who was there.
Sep 09, 2021•34 min
#45 Down the stretch we come!
Inside of 30 games, we debate whether anything will change in the standings. Plus, hot takes on Covid, Reds vs. Brewers and John’s short-lived love affair with A-Rod. Is it over between them?
Sep 02, 2021•26 min
#44 "What's in Your Closet?"
Say it like a Capital One ad! We judge your fandom by how much swag you own. Radio Producer and Yankee SuperFan Matt Sirois has LOTS of pinstripe gear. He joins us to tell his story & break down some unsung Yankee heroes. We also discuss who should be closing games in NY & Boston. How do the Rays keep winning? Plus, a little league world series nugget 20 years in the making
Aug 27, 2021•32 min
#43 Panic Button Crosses State Lines
The debate is how much credit do the Yankees deserve for their comeback. One says no, the Sox have handed it to them. The other calls that classic Yankee hating. Plus, the ambidextrous Little League star and the awful reason he's not in Williamsport. And why the Hartford Yard Goats are better than two Major League teams.
Aug 19, 2021•21 min
#42 Can Yanks Actually Do This?
It already FEELS like they've caught the Red Sox. In reality, they're not quite there, but can they finish the job? Our answers, plus comparing NL West with AL East and how Toronto may be the most dangerous team in baseball.
Aug 10, 2021•19 min
#41 Back From the Deadline
What a difference a week makes! Add Anthony Rizzo to the Yankees, and suddenly they're legit again? As for Red Sox Nation, absolutely deflated not to get more help. The question: Will this last? Plus, the joy of Joey Votto and HR celebrations cross the line.
Aug 03, 2021•24 min
#40 The Coffin's Been Nailed
The Red Sox took three of four from the Yankees and two of those games were absolutely heartbreakers for the Yankees. We break the series down and John gives the 411 on baseball in Florida!
Jul 26, 2021•23 min
#39 "Does Yankee Series Win Change Anything?"
The Red Sox lose two of three in New York? Does it matter? For the Red Sox, we now know what they need to win it all (answer in the podcast). For the Yankees, there's disagreement as to whether this is a turning point. One thing we agree on: Throwing a baseball at Alex Verdugo was about as dumb as Bobby Valentine wearing a disguise.
Jul 20, 2021•22 min
#38: A Much Needed Break?
It's the unofficial midway point of the 2021 season and the Sox are clinging to the lead in the east while the Yankees still can't get out of their own way. We share our first half MVP's, biggest disappointments and team projections for the second half. Can Boston keep playing above expections and secure a playoff spot? Will the Yankees season be over by August? Let's not forget the MLB Draft and the pick the Sox are gushing over. All that plus more...
Jul 13, 2021•20 min
#37: The Yankees Officially Suck
After getting swept by the Sox AGAIN. It's now officially time to push the panic button. Talkin to you Brian Cashman & Aaron Boone! Who can fix this mess? Can it even be fixed? Who needs to go? Who needs to be added? And who even cares? The Yankees ship is sinking on an all new episode.
Jun 28, 2021•11 min
#36: A Sticky Situation
No more Pitching Under The Influence! The Sticky police are out and pitchers are not happy, well atleast some of them. We cover the new MLB sticky spot checks, the roller coater Yankees and the first place Sox. Plus how the two teams stack up for their second series of the season.
Jun 24, 2021•23 min
#35: SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL
MLB tries to make the best of a sticky situation that some say they created. The unwatchable Yankees continue their downward spiral in the AL East. Are the winds of change blowing in New York? Will the spin rate crackdown doom the Sox starters? Plus some feel good stories that prove yet again baseball is the best.
Jun 14, 2021•22 min
#34: A TALE OF TWO TEAMS
Approximately 60 games into the MLB season the Yankees and Red Sox are exact opposites. Boston is near the top of the AL East while the Yankees ship is sinking in the Harlem River. Who is to blame in NY? Is anyone on the hot seat? Is it time to push the panic button? And what changes, if any, can be made? What is going right in Boston? Are the Sox "For Real"? Plus what does NHL Playoff Hockey have to do with MLB pace of play? All that plus much more....
Jun 08, 2021•19 min
#33: Sox, Yanks & Rays... OH MY!
There's a log jam a top the American League East with a dogfight shaping up. MLB pitching is off to a record setting start, but what's behind those records and do things need to change? Will the "no name" players continue to put up big numbers all season? How old is too old to manage? Plus the return of Full Capacity Minor League Baseball.
May 25, 2021•25 min
#32: The Past is the Past
New York and Boston grow closer in the standings with an early June showdown looming. MLB is telling the city of Oakland to "Put up or Shut up". One budding superstar eyes a longer future in Boston while another player is just lucky to have a future.
May 12, 2021•27 min
#31: One Down. Five to Go...
One month in: Where do we stand? The Sox may not be a legit first-place team but the Yankees assuredly are not a last-place team. And Bryce Harper--getting hit in the face with a 97 mph is more about what's wrong with modern baseball. We will explain...
May 04, 2021•18 min
#30: Too Soon For Finger Pointing?
Yankess are at the bottom and Red Sox at the top. Crazy. Blame Yankee bats and credit Red Sox stars on offense? Not so simple. Actually, maybe it's the managers? Either way, it may be the least predictable start to a season in years and we break it all down for you.
Apr 22, 2021•16 min
#29: BASEBALL IS BACK!
The season has finally started and after 10 games the Sox are defying expectations while the Yanks are clawing to be a 500 team. What was Opening Day at Fenway like and why are the Sox so hot? Is it already time to panic in the Bronx? What happened to those spring training stats? Plus what good is replay if you can't get it right? All that and more...
Apr 13, 2021•21 min
#28: PLAY BALL!
A full season of Major League Baseball is upon us and we're breaking down the Yanks & Sox rosters. Who made it and why? Is someone going to step up and lead the Sox? Can El Gary keep his starting job? Who is the journeyman non roster invitee that pitched his way to The Bronx? All that plus turning down $325 million?!!!!
Apr 01, 2021•23 min
#27: Spring Ahead or Fall Back
The start of the MLB season is right around the corner. The Yankees have battles for the 5th rotation spot & an extra bat while at Red Sox camp it's all about improving a team that traded "Mr GQ" Mookie Betts. We talk the new rules coming to professional baseball. A new owner coming to Boston. Plus what does a 1972 Datsun have to do with speeding up the game? All that and more...
Mar 19, 2021•27 min
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