Welcome to this very special Christmas edition of the Texas Baseball Report. Rip recites one of the most iconic Christmas stories in this episode, The Night Before Christmas. Still, in true baseball fashion, we change it to The Baseball Game Before Christmas by Baseballism. Follow the show on Twitter, @TxBaseballRpt, and follow Rip on Twitter, @ripgriffin3. Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, subscribe to the show and leave a comment or...
Dec 25, 2023•5 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In this episode, Christian Rauh from the Rauh Report joins the show on the eve of the College Baseball season. We will be making conference predictions in the six major conferences, and we will also be making our Omaha Eight predictions. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Christian on Twitter, @RauhReport . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also ...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, Brett aka, "Htown Wheelhouse," from Locked on Astros, comes on the show to talk about the recent CBA talks between MLB and MLBPA. We discuss the current proposals and what this means for Spring Training. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Brett on Twitter, @HtownWheelhouse . You can also check out and follow Locked on Astros on Twitter, @LockedOnAstros . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, s...
Feb 13, 2022•56 min
In this epsiode, I return to talk about the Hall of Fame and the rebrand for the new Sugar Land Space Cowboys. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseball, then send a comment thru the website...
Jan 31, 2022•18 min
In this episode, we will be talking about some MiLB Hat History with Patrick Larson. Patrick has been doing short video clips on his Twitter account talking about how MiLB teams came up with their name and how many different styles of hats they have. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Please check out Patrick and what he has been doing @patlarson1 . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the sh...
Jan 14, 2022•38 min
In the first episode of 2022, I will be ranking the top 10 college baseball players in Texas brought to you by The Texas Baseball Report. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Be sure to check The Texas Baseball Report at www.thetexasbaseballreport.com and follow on Twitter @TxBaseballRpt . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to curren...
Jan 11, 2022•24 min
In this final episode of 2021, I give the first annual State of Texas Baseball. It is brought to you by The Texas Baseball Report, which was founded by myself. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Be sure to check The Texas Baseball Report at www.thetexasbaseballreport.com and follow on Twitter @TxBaseballRpt . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can...
Dec 30, 2021•28 min
In this epsiode, Larry The GM and Clint the Scout join the show for a free agent draft. We will pick free agents and predict where they will sign and how much. After the lockout, we will see who got it right and wrong. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Larry @larrythegm and Clint @IrleClint117 . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also ...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, Rob Fontenot returns to the show to talk some Astros baseball. Rob was the very first guest on the show. We talk about Carlos Correa and where he might land, the possibility of Alex Bregman moving to shortstop, and why Kyle Tucker should not move to CF. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Rob @RobFontenot on Twitter, and be sure to check out his podcast, Astros Baseball Podcast, found here https://anchor.fm/AstrosBaseball . Whether you listen to the s...
Dec 11, 2021•51 min
In this episode, John Hunter and Danny Hart from the Frozen Rope Podcast and Mason Hall from Loaded Bases Podcast join the show to talk baseball during this lockout. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow John @JohnnyFBaseball and Danny @dhart3592 on Twitter, and give a follow to their podcast, @frozenropepod , on Twitter. Follow Mason on Twitter @LoadedBasesPod . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to s...
Dec 10, 2021•59 min
Mak and Ben return to the show as we sit down and discuss the MLB Lockout and what it means for the future of baseball and the 2022 season. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Ben on Twitter @lebaneb and Mak @Mathias_A_K . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a qu...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min
It is Thanksgiving, and we are giving thanks to everything that is baseball. Rip talks about his favorite part about Thanksgiving, what he is thankful for, and even a little baseball news mixed in. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Rip @ripgriffin3 . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.the...
Nov 24, 2021•23 min
In this episode, Rip is joined by the author of the book, "The Forgotten Game," John Vampatella. John talks about his book, which is about Game 5 of the 2004 ALCS between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. If you are interested in purchasing the book, visit www.johnvampatella.com to get your signed copy today. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow John @JohnVampatella . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube,...
Nov 19, 2021•45 min
On this first episode of the offseason, LarryTheGm will join the show to talk about the Astros and what might happen if Carlos Correa takes his talents elsewhere next season. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Larry @larrythegm . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . H...
Nov 12, 2021•53 min
For the first time since 1995, the Atlanta Braves are World Series Champions. The Braves defeated the Houston Astros in Game Six of the World Series, 7-0. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to ta...
Nov 03, 2021•27 min
In this episode, Larry, the GM, returns to the show to talk about the Astros going back to the World Series. Larry analyzes and compares the two lineups and what the Astros need to do to win a second championship. Larry even makes his prediction. For more information, be sure to check out www.larrythegm.com to see all of the charts used and to understand the analytics better. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Larry @larrythegm . Whether you listen to the show on all...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 31 min
In this episode, the Houston Astros are headed back to the World Series for the third time in fives years. Yordan Alvarez is your ALCS MVP. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseba...
Oct 23, 2021•14 min
In this episode, Alex and Larry, the GM, return to the show to talk about the Astros going back to the ALCS. Larry gives his analysis and comparisons between the two lineups. For more information, be sure to check out www.larrythegm.com to see all of the charts used and better understand the analytics. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Larry @larrythegm and Alex @alexmeighoo . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on You...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 16 min
I voice my frustration on Game 3 of the ALDS between the Houston Astros and the Chicago White Sox in this episode. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseball, then send a comment t...
Oct 11, 2021•22 min
In this short episode, I recap the NL Wild Card game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseball, then send a comment thru t...
Oct 07, 2021•6 min
In this short episode, I recap the AL Wild Card game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseball, then send a comment thru the w...
Oct 06, 2021•6 min
In this 100th episode of the show, I am joined by Astros fans Larry the GM and Alex Meighoo. We recap the season and discuss the roster going into the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. Lots of fun on this episode. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Larry @larrythegm and Alex @alexmeighoo . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also liste...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, I sit down and talk about some of the events that have over the last week in baseball. Also, I talk about the postseason matchups if the season were to end today. Lots of great things happening in the last week of the season. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past ...
Sep 25, 2021•23 min
In this episode, Denning Gerig with the Cleburne Railroaders joins the show to talk about his role with the team. Denning is the current Broadcaster and Media Relations Manager with the Railroaders. Denning also shares the history of the team from when it started to today. The team is also headed to the postseason for the first time in franchise history. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow the Cleburne Railroaders @CCRBaseball and Denning @Mr_Gerig . Whether you liste...
Sep 08, 2021•28 min
In this episode, Mak, Ben, and Alex join the show. We will talk about the next player to reach 500 career home runs, the New York Mets saga, the rise of the Seattle Mariners, and the race for October. Who is in, who is out, and who is on the outside looking in. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Mak @Mathias_A_K , Ben @lebaneb , and Alex @TheSportsGuy242 . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subsc...
Sep 03, 2021•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview Josh Jung, the #2 prospect within the Texas Rangers organization. Josh was called up to the Express on August 20th. This interview is with other media personalities and reporters from the Round Rock/Austin area. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Josh on Twitter @josh6jung . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a co...
Aug 22, 2021•15 min
In this episode, Scott Iwaniec from Overtime Heroics comes on the show to talk about the Cleveland Guardians after a recent trip to Progressive Field. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Scott on Twitter @B4Mets_Yankees . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a que...
Aug 13, 2021•51 min
In this episode, I am joined by the creator of Astros Future, Jimmy Price. We talk breaking news as the Astros and Mariners swap players in a trade and talk about some of the Astros prospects within the organization to look forward to. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Follow Jimmy on Twitter @AstrosFuture . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can...
Jul 28, 2021•37 min
In this short episode, I talk about the Cleveland Indians changing their name to the Cleveland Guardians. I also touch on Yermin Mercedes and his Instagram post. Also, I talk about the most recent trades that have gone over the last week. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past epis...
Jul 23, 2021•20 min
In this short episode, I recap the 2021 All-Star Game played in Denver, Colorado. Be sure to follow the show on Twitter, @ripgriffinshow . Whether you listen to the show on all the major podcast platforms or watch the show on YouTube, be sure to subscribe to the show and leave a comment or review. You can also listen to current and past episodes at www.theripgriffinshow.com . Have a question, comment, concern, or want to talk about baseball, then send a comment thru the website or direct to ther...
Jul 14, 2021•13 min
