Will Sammon joins DVR in an attempt to predict where The Athletic's Top 15 remaining MLB free agents are likely to land over the course of the winter. Is Shohei Ohtani to the Dodgers inevitable? Which club in need of pitching will reach a deal with Yoshinobu Yamamoto? Will Blake Snell follow Bob Melvin to a division rival in the NL West? And, which teams looking for impactful position player upgrades end up with the likes of Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, and Rhys Hoskins? Follow DVR on Twitter @...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Jayson and Doug welcome Ron Washington to Starkville. The new manager of the LA Angels talks about his journey back to the managers chair after leading the Rangers to the World Series back in 2011. How has he changed over the years? Dusty Baker's influence on him as first a player and then a coach. How real was his scene in the movie Moneyball ? All that and much more. Trivia from Justin Alpert: Name the five Hall of Fame pitchers since 1960 who have won a Game 7 in the World Series. In the Doug...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the results of the Cy Young Award votes in each league -- with Gerrit Cole winning his first Cy in the American League and Blake Snell winning the NL award. Plus, they examine the surprising changes of the offseason (so far), the relationship between manager and bench coach, and a few recently filled managerial vacancies with Pat Murphy (Brewers), Joe Espada (Astros) and Ron Washington (Angels) in new roles. Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_Ghiroli Follow Eno on Twitter ...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about the latest update on the Oakland A's moving to Las Vegas and they talk about the teams who are high on the offseason pressure index to make an impact signing or deal. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theat...
Nov 14, 2023•43 min
On today's No Bunts season finale, Skeets and Joel discuss whether the Texas Rangers' World Series win, the favorites to sign Shohei Ohtani in free agency, automated strike zones, MLB expansion, the Chicago Cubs hiring Craig Counsell as manager, the Cincinnati Reds declining Joey Votto's option, Japanese pitching sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Ichiro breaking a school window during batting practice, and some spicy 2024 MLB predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 08, 2023•50 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell and how it raised some eyebrows in the baseball world. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 07, 2023•46 min
Jayson and Doug are joined by The Athletic's national baseball writer Tyler Kepner to answer some of the burning questions facing baseball this offseason... -Will Shohei Ohtani get a $550M contract? -Who's the best free agent starting pitcher bet? -Will Cody Bellinger have an OPS+ above 130 next season? -What team is the most desperate to have a big offseason? -Will the Dodgers spend over $550M this offseason? -Who's more likely to be traded, Juan Soto or Corbin Burnes? -Who will be next season'...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Levi Weaver will be coming to you every Monday and Thursday all season long to preview upcoming series and advance major storylines along with their own style of fun. The guys break down the Rangers winning the World Series, some offseason notes, Gold Glove winners and the final Homer Chase Playoff edition results -Follow Stephen on X/Twitter @stephenjnesbitt -Follow Levi on X/Twitter @ThreeTwoEephus *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on ...
Nov 06, 2023•19 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Keith Law look back on the Rangers first World Series Championship. What were the keys to Texas' run? Have they created a new blue print for when to spend big money during a rebuild? The guys then look at both organizations and how they are set up for the future. Finally Keith digs into his Top 50 Free Agents story in The Athletic. Follow Keith on Twitter/X: @keithlaw Follow Stephen on Twitter/X: @stephenjnesbitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 03, 2023•55 min
On today's No Bunts, Skeets and Joel recap the World Series so far. What's been the best game/moment? Who is the MVP frontrunner? What's been the most underrated storyline? And what's more likely: Rangers in 5 or Diamondbacks in 7? That, plus Taco Bell's 'Steal A Base, Steal A Taco' promotion, $250 sandwich sets, wearing Halloween costumes behind home plate, and the three best games from the 2023 MLB postseason. *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow *Today's episode i...
Nov 01, 2023•43 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about the Rangers being up 2-1 in the World Series despite some injuries, why Corey Seager is a star and how hard it is to get back to the top of the mountain in MLB. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathletic...
Oct 31, 2023•48 min
Eno and DVR discuss the evolution of Merrill Kelly and the middle of the World Series with Games 3, 4 and 5 on tap in Arizona this week. How will Brandon Pfaadt fare in another difficult test against the Rangers? What will the D-backs do with their approach against Max Scherzer? Can Arizona follow the same script in Game 4 that the used in their bullpen game of the NLCS against the Phillies? Follow Eno on Twitter @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_Ghir...
Oct 30, 2023•41 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Levi Weaver will be coming to you every Monday and Thursday all season long to preview upcoming series and advance major storylines along with their own style of fun. The guys break down the crazy start to the World Series with each team winning a game. -Follow Stephen on X/Twitter @stephenjnesbitt -Follow Levi on X/Twitter @ThreeTwoEephus *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow *Today's episode is brought to you by: -Check out shop.bluemoonbrewingco...
Oct 30, 2023•16 min
Keith and DVR discuss how long the contention windows will stay open for the Astros and Phillies on the heels of their elimination from the 2023 Postseason. Plus, they consider some of the key questions for 2024 in the Mets' overhaul, and their quick predictions for the World Series matchup between the D-backs and Rangers. Follow Keith on Twitter/X: @keithlaw Follow DVR on Twitter/X: @DerekVanRiper *Today's episode is brought to you by: - Vroom. It’s the better way to buy and sell used cars, so ...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Levi Weaver will be coming to you every Monday and Thursday all season long to preview upcoming series and advance major storylines along with their own style of fun. The guys preview the upcoming Rangers-Diamondbacks World Series, why people should watch it and they play the Homer Chase. -Follow Stephen on X/Twitter @stephenjnesbitt -Follow Levi on X/Twitter @ThreeTwoEephus *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow *Today's episode is brought to you b...
Oct 27, 2023•15 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys preview the upcoming World Series matchup between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow *Today's episode is brought to you by: - Vroom. It’s the better w...
Oct 26, 2023•45 min
On today's No Bunts, Skeets and Joel discuss the Texas Rangers advancing to the World Series for the third time in franchise history, why Adolis García was an easy choice for ALCS MVP, predictions for tonight's Game 7 between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies, unsung heroes from this 2023 postseason run (Ketel Marte, Evan Carter, Jordan Montgomery, etc.), and some of the greatest walk-offs, celebrations, and moments in MLB playoff history. -- Check out our sponsors: Vroom -- It’...
Oct 24, 2023•43 min
Eno and DVR discuss the weekend drama from the ALCS as the series headed to Game 7 in Houston on Monday night. Plus, what will it take for Max Scherzer to hand the game over to the Rangers' "A" relievers, how might the Rangers approach Cristian Javier, and after rallying to level the NLCS at 2-2, can the D-backs stave off elimination against Aaron Nola on Monday night in Philadelphia? Follow Eno on Twitter/X: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter/X: @DerekVanRiper Subscribe to The Athletic: theathlet...
Oct 23, 2023•59 min
Keith and DVR discuss the D-backs' planned hook for Brandon Pfaadt in Game 3 of the NLCS, why the decision ultimately made sense despite how well Pfaadt pitched in the outing, a few challenges that come with utilizing matchup splits, the rise of Jordan Montgomery, Yordan Alvarez's absurd success against left-handed pitching throughout his time in the big leagues, and a few players Keith saw during his trip to the Arizona Fall League. Follow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper Follow Keith on Twitter: ...
Oct 20, 2023•58 min
Britt, Eno, and DVR discuss the Astros' Game 3 win against the Rangers on the strength of another great playoff performance from Cristian Javier. Plus, the return of Max Scherzer, the NLCS' shift to Arizona where Brandon Pfaadt is tasked with quieting the Phillies' red-hot bats, and Kim Ng's surprising departure from the Marlins on the heels of a rare playoff appearance for the franchise. Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_Ghiroli Follow Eno on Twitter @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper...
Oct 19, 2023•51 min
On today's No Bunts, Skeets and Joel discuss if the Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper is the face of modern-day baseball, why no one is talking about the undefeated Texas Rangers, and whether the 2023 MLB postseason has been boring. That, plus what we like most (and least) about baseball, baseball movie trivia questions, and more. -- 🏝 New No Buffs on Thursday: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBuffs/streams 👕 Buy No Dunks merch at BreakingT: https://www.nodunks.com 📈 Subscribe to No Dunks on YouT...
Oct 18, 2023•54 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about if there are big problems with the new MLB Playoff format, what do the Dodgers & Braves need to change up, Rob Thomson is pulling all the right strings and how Zach Wheeler is a dude. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube pag...
Oct 17, 2023•48 min
Ron Darling and Jeff Francoeur will be bringing you all the NLCS action from Philadephia and Arizona, but before the Phillies and D-backs start, the guys paid a visit to Starkville. They look back on the upset charged Division Series before looking ahead to this series. Can the Philadelphia atmosphere lift the Phillies to a World Series title. What has made the D-backs a better team in October. Trivia from Vic Izzo: Name the three players who have won multiple LCS MVP awards. Strange But True co...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Levi Weaver will be coming to you every Monday and Thursday all season long to preview upcoming series and advance major storylines along with their own style of fun. The guys talk preview the NLCS & ALCS and play the CS round Homer Chase. -Follow Stephen on X/Twitter @stephenjnesbitt -Follow Levi on X/Twitter @ThreeTwoEephus *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow *Today's episode is brought to you by: -Check out shop.bluemoonbrewingcompany.com ...
Oct 16, 2023•15 min
DVR and Stephen discuss the Phillies' elimination of the Braves for the second consecutive season, the upcoming ALCS matchup between the Astros and Rangers, and Rintaro Sasaki, a high school star from Japan, choosing a different path toward MLB. Follow DVR on X at @DerekVanRiper Follow Stephen on X at @StephenJNesbitt Subscribe to The Athletic for just $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 13, 2023•55 min
Britt and Eno discuss Orlando Arcia’s comments that provided motivation for Bryce Harper in the Braves-Phillies NL Division Series, and they break down the completed Rangers-Orioles, Astros-Twins and Diamondbacks-Dodgers series. They also consider how this era of the Dodgers might be viewed in the future. Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_Ghiroli Follow Eno on Twitter @enosarris Subscribe to The Athletic for just $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Check out our YouTube page: ...
Oct 12, 2023•51 min
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys break down how Bruce Bochy is working his magic again in the postseason, the Orioles are young and will be around for awhile & how the D-Backs are really fun to watch. -Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough -Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig -Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathletic...
Oct 11, 2023•46 min
Marlins manager Skip Schumaker visits Starkville for the first time. He discusses making the big decision in the postseason and not second guessing yourself. Also his relationship with Kim Ng and the Marlins front office. He does some scouting on the Braves and Phillies and tells tales of his favorite pranks between himself and Adam Wainwright. Trivia from John Fisher: Name the two active players who have hit five postseason home runs for two different franchises. Strange But True covers Merrill...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Stephen Nesbitt and Levi Weaver will be coming to you all season & postseason long to preview upcoming series and advance major storylines along with their own style of fun. The guys break down the 2 American League series and review how things are going in the DS Round Homer Chase. -Follow Stephen on X/Twitter @stephenjnesbitt -Follow Levi on X/Twitter @ThreeTwoEephus *Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...
Oct 09, 2023•15 min
On today's No Bunts, Skeets and Joel break down all four MLB Division Series, discuss the biggest postseason disappointment so far, and debate the coolest places on earth — and in outer space — to watch a baseball game. 🙏 Supporting Tas Melas and his family: https://bit.ly/tasmelas -- 🏝 New No Buffs x Survivor pod: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBuffs/streams ⚾️ No Bunts talks Wild Card series: https://bit.ly/3PPthN0 👕 Buy No Dunks merch at BreakingT: https://www.nodunks.com 📈 Subscribe to No Du...
Oct 09, 2023•50 min
