Season 2, Episode 5: In this episode: Yankees versus Red Sox in the World Series? A radical proposal to shake up baseball’s playoff system, whether or not the American and National leagues matter any more, another Shohei Ohtani moment, and a baseball geometry lesson (hint: it’s not a diamond). We’ll also have a timely Blimerick (baseball limerick), and our tee-shirt
Since 1903 when the Boston Americans defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first World Series, the champion has been determined by having the winner of the National League play the winner of the American League. And historically, the two leagues (AL and NL) have played separate schedules (against only teams in their own league) up until meeting in the series.
In recent years the differences and separation that have historically divided Major League Baseball (MLB) into the American League (AL) and National League (NL) have ceased to exist. The questions I pose then are: do the leagues still matter, are they still relevant? And, if not, what does that mean for baseball? AL and NL as Separate Leagues Historically teams
Season 2, Episode 4: In this episode: In an interview with Mark Lowenstein of GreatRuns.com, we talk about his experience growing up as a fan of the Montreal Expos and a legendary season of Strat-O-Matic baseball. We also talk about favorite players from the 1970s and 1980s Expos, the 1981 NL playoffs, MLB rule changes for 2023, our favorite and
Entering the 2023 season, one would think that yes, Miguel Cabrera is the obvious choice to continue as the Designated Hitter for the Detroit Tigers. But will he actually be the full-time, everyday DH as he has mostly been now for many years? The reason I bring this up is that as much as I love Miggy and appreciate what
Season 2, Episode 3: In this episode: Opening Day in Oakland and the Coliseum, the upcoming World Baseball Classic and a very humble Shohei Ohtani, Arte Moreno and the LA Angels, in defense of Scott Rolen (the Hall of Fame’s newest member), a look at relievers in the HOF and why Francisco Rodriguez (KRod) and Houston Street got so few
Season 2, Episode 2: In this episode: Top center fielders in baseball, Carlos Correa finally signs a contract, Tigers trade closer Gregory Soto, Red Sox and Dodgers sign each other’s DHs, and a baseball worth more than it’s weight in gold. We’ll also have a timely Blimerick, our Blast from the Past, and a team jersey of the day. Also
Season 2, Episode 1: In this episode: Aaron Judge & Anthony Rizzo to Yanks, Justin Verlander & Jacob DeGrom signings, Trea Turner to Phillies, Xander Bogaerts to Padres, Tigers trade Joe Jiménez, Jonathan Schoop and the effect of the shift ban on defense, and a tribute to Gaylord Perry. Also available in Podcast format. Download this Episode.
Season 1, Episode 20: In this episode: In an interview with longtime Cardinals and Royals fan, Mark Ebersold, we talk about Albert Pujols 700th home run, Scott Rolen, George Brett and the pine tar incident, Willie Wilson, U. L. Washington, Dan Quisenberry, Pujols move from Cards to Angels, a visit to Fenway Park, and a baseball limerick (Blimerick). Also available
Season 1, Episode 19: In this episode: Kody Clemens’ special strikeout and Shohei Ohtani autograph; MLB rule changes: pitch clock, shift ban, larger bases; game 5 of the 1968 World Series (Tigers vs. Cardinals); along with a GVSU cap of the day and a Blimerick (baseball limerick) tribute to Kody Clemens. Also available in Podcast format. Download this Episode.