Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Free Agency, Nats, Yanks, Phils, Bucs, Marlins
2018/10/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-free-agency-nats-yanks-phils-bucs-marlins.htmlBaseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses Dave Roberts, the Brewers' roster and more. … The Runner Sports profiles Joc Pederson.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Rockies, Phillies, Braves, Angels, Rays
2018/10/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-rockies-phillies-braves-angels-rays.htmlBaseball Rabbi (podcast) investigates a claim Max Scherzer made about Matt Wieters' ability to catch foul tips, discusses pitching in and out of the zone, and talks about memorable games. … The Runner Sports previews the ALCS and examines the Twins' bullpen struggles.
The Mets’ GM Search
2018/10/mets-rumors-gm-search-chaim-bloom-rays-doug-melvin-brewers.htmlIn a recent podcast, SNY.tv's Andy Martino noted that the Mets could still add some candidates to their list from teams that are still alive in the playoffs, with Brewers assistant GM Matt Arnold being one possibility. … There's been a surprising amount of speculation that the Mets could go extremely out of the box and interview high-profile player agents Brodie Van Wagenen (head of CAA Baseball) and Casey Close (head of Excel Sports Management).
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Playoff Experience, Harper, Machado, White Sox, Phils, Yelich
2018/10/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-playoff-experience-harper-machado-white-sox-phils-yelich.htmlBaseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses several topics, including the 2018 success of the A's, Jacob deGrom and Blake Snell, and how the weak AL Central may have affected two NL Central playoff teams - the Brewers and Cubs. … SportsRadio 94 WIP explains how Jake Arrieta and Carlos Santana could provide value to the Phillies in the offseason.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: MVP Races, Yelich, Stanton, Yanks, Mets, C. Davis
2018/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-mvp-races-yelich-stanton-yanks-mets-c-davis.htmlBaseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses topics including Aaron Judge's future career prospects and why Lou Brock may be a less deserving Hall of Famer than Jim Rice. … The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2) has a piece on the Astros' new Triple-A affiliate, and ranks the Twins' 2018 walk-off losses.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Freeland, AL ROY, Wright, Gausman, Vlad Jr.
2018/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-freeland-al-roy-wright-gausman-vlad-jr.htmlNatsGM.com (podcast) chats with Chris Bitters, who's the general manager of the the Orioles' South Atlantic League affiliate. … The Runner Sports explains that Alex Bregman has put himself in impressive company this season.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Nimmo, Angels, Marlins, NL Cy Young, Trades
2018/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-nimmo-angels-marlins-nl-cy-young-trades.htmlThe Baseball Rabbi (podcast) explains how the Yankees are leading a pitching revolution. … The Sports Tank (links: 1, 2) reacts to the Yankees' acquisition of Andrew McCutchen and the Indians' Josh Donaldson addition.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Urena, Folty, Machado, Harper
2018/08/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-urena-folty-machado-harper.htmlNatsGM.com (podcast) speaks with Cory Schwartz, the vice president of MLB Advanced Media, about topics including Statcast, spin rate and Pitch F/X. … The Sports Tank explains how important Steve Pearce has been to the Red Sox.
Angels Ownership Responds To Manfred’s Comments About Mike Trout; Trout Adds Own Statement
2018/07/angels-ownership-responds-to-manfreds-comments-about-mike-trout.htmlAlthough the subject of marketing Trout has never taken this much spotlight before, this is far from the first time it's been broached- Fangraphs' Effectively Wild podcast is just one outlet to have examined it in detail. … Comedy is created by opposition, after all, and Trout delivering lines somewhat dryly with a monochromatic expression has created some brilliant humor in commercials for products like BodyArmor Sports Drink, Subway, and even MLB itself.
Pitching Notes: Bauer, Slegers, McCarthy, Cody
2018/07/pitching-notes-bauer-slegers-mccarthy-cody.htmlIn a recent podcast with Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports, Indians right-hander Trevor Bauer suggested he'd only take one-year deals for the remainder of his career (partially due to the high stakes of a bet with a childhood friend). … The Twins placed righty Aaron Slegers on the disabled list today with shoulder inflammation, and plan to recall rookie Fernando Romero to make a start in his stead.
Mariners Extend Wade LeBlanc
2018/07/mariners-extend-wade-leblanc.htmlIndeed, it wasn't long ago that LeBlanc joined the MLBTR podcast to discuss his search for another MLB opportunity. … Photo courtesy of USA Today Sports Images.
John Mozeliak Discusses Cardinals At Halfway Point Of Season
2018/07/john-mozeliak-discusses-cardinals-at-halfway-point-of-season.htmlCardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak did not sugarcoat the challenges facing his team in his latest appearance on the podcast of Dan McLaughlin of FOX Sports Midwest (audio link). … Louis baseball executive offered some rather surprisingly pointed words on the respected and highly-paid Fowler:
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Brewers, deGrom, Phils, Rockies, Tigers, Jays
2018/06/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-brewers-degrom-phils-rockies-tigers-jays.htmlNorth Shore Nine (podcast) discusses the state of the Pirates and the players they should be shopping at the trade deadline. … The Runner Sports ponders the future of Astros outfield prospect Myles Straw.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Braves, Bucs, Mariners, Mets, Twins, Nats, O’s, Padres
2018/06/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-braves-bucs-mariners-mets-twins-nats-os-padres.htmlNorth Shore Nine (podcast) discusses the Pirates' outfield rotation and the possible trade value of Polanco and/or Corey Dickerson. … The Runner Sports wonders if the Twins could acquire either deGrom or Noah Syndergaard.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Kershaw, Machado, Dodgers, Yanks, Cards, Bucs
2018/05/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-kershaw-machado-dodgers-yanks-cards-bucs.html216Stitches (podcast) discusses James Paxton and Luke Weaver, among other subjects. … SportsTalkPhilly.com praises Phillies center fielder Odubel Herrera.
MLB Announces London Series
2018/05/mlb-announces-london-series.htmlThose interested in learning more about Euroball may enjoy listening to the MLBTR Podcast episode on the topic, featuring subject matter expert Josh Chetwynd, from a few years back. … International engagement is hardly a new concept in baseball or other professional sports, of course.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Hoskins, Rockies, Moncada, Yanks, Bumgarner, Machado
2018/04/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-hoskins-rockies-moncada-yanks-bumgarner-machado.html216Stitches (podcast) discusses the early season performances of Miles Mikolas, Jordan Hicks, Nick Pivetta and Jarlin Garcia. … SportsTalkPhilly.com takes a look at Hoskins' early career excellence.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Ohtani, Harper, Didi, Bogaerts, Dodgers, Cards
2018/04/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-ohtani-harper-didi-bogaerts-dodgers-cards.htmlRotisserie Duck (podcast) interviews with Harry Swartout of Sports Illustrated regarding fantasy baseball and the use of advanced statistics in finding a winning edge. … Bronx To Bushville and The Sports Tank each write about Shohei Ohtani's impressive start to the season.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Marlins, A’s, Jays, O’s, Reds
2018/03/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-marlins-as-jays-os-reds.htmlThe NatsGM Show (podcast) chats with Russell Carleton, author of the soon-to-be published book, "The Shift."… Pro Sports Fandom recaps Corey Seager's second season.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: JDM, Moose, Lincecum, Cards, O’s, Tribe
2018/03/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-jdm-moose-lincecum-cards-os-tribe.htmlDiNardo's Dugout (podcast) discusses topics including the Twins' lack of urgency to extend Brian Dozier and the Rays' four-man rotation plan. … Pro Sports Fandom sees similarities between Jason Heyward and Chase Headley.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Hosmer, Cards, Cubs, Angels, BoSox, Yanks
2018/02/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-hosmer-cards-cubs-angels-bosox-yanks.htmlDiNardo's Dugout (podcast) talks Hosmer, JDM and Tim Tebow, among other subjects. … The Sports Tank (links: 1, 2) is pleased with Boston's J.D.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Expansion, Free Agency, Bucs, Jays, Giants, O’s, Mets
2018/02/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-expansion-free-agency-bucs-jays-giants-os-mets.htmlDiNardo's Dugout (podcast) discusses the Cubs' new-look rotation and other subjects. … The Sports Tank expects Rick Porcello to bounce back this year.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Severino, Machado, Brewers, Cards, Hosmer, Free Agency
2018/02/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-severino-machado-brewers-cards-hosmer-free-agency.htmlMets Daddy, Good Fundies, Bronx To Bushville and DiNardo's Dugout (podcast) react to the club's signing of Todd Frazier. … The Sports Tank contends that MLB executives are winning this slow offseason.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Brewers, Jays, Rox, Pirates, Mets, Indians
2018/01/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-brewers-jays-rox-pirates-mets-indians.htmlDiNardo's Dugout (podcast) discusses the Brewers' big moves and Hall of Fame snubs. … The Sports Esquires explores the effects of the ongoing television rights dispute between the Nationals and Orioles.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Pirates, Astros, Mets, Jays, Phils, Rox, Cards
2018/01/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-pirates-astros-mets-jays-phils-rox-cards.htmlPirates Breakdown (links: 1, 2), The Point of Pittsburgh and DiNardo's Dugout (podcast) react to the franchise-altering trades the Bucs have made in the past week. … Sports Talk Philly speaks with Phillies slugger Rhys Hoskins.