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.
Season 1, Episode 18: In this episode: Part 2 of an interview with longtime Tigers and Red Sox fan Andy Eschtruth; favorite utility player Stan Papi; Al Avila, AJ Hinch and Tigers rebuild; the humidor; Justin Verlander; John Smoltz; and a close encounter with Earvin Magic Johnson. Also available in Podcast format. Download this Episode.
Season 1, Episode 17: In this episode: Part 1 of an interview with longtime Tigers and Red Sox fan Andy Eschtruth; the Tufts Jumbos ball team, favorite games, including the Jack Morris no-hitter and the 1984 World Series; radio vs TV and streaming; Ernie Harwell; Alan Trammell, Lou Whitaker, and Justin Verlander; and a special musical tribute to Trammell-Whitaker. Also
Season 1, Episode 16: In this episode: My impressions of the Mariners and Angels, having recently returned from a trip to Seattle including Cal Raleigh, Ty France, Robbie Ray, Shohei Ohtani, and Patrick Sandoval; a Blue Angels fly by; M’s reliever Erik Swanson; and comments on the Ghost Runner rule during extra innings; along with our Blast from the Past
Season 1, Episode 15: In this episode: A’s rookie Skye Bolt, qualifications to be considered a rookie, how new Hall-of-Fame inductee David Ortiz ended up in Boston (hint: Twins third baseman Dave Hollins was involved), geeky stats from Baseball Savant, and a look back at Michael Sergio’s surprise visit to Shea Stadium. Also available in Podcast format. Download this Episode.
Season 1, Episode 14: In this episode: Victor Robles clowns around after homering off MadBum, Rob Manfred and the tricky question of minor league pay, pitching strategy from 1960’s catcher Tom Haller, Royals vs. Jays and 10 players missing in Toronto, Andres Gimenez’s brilliant play in the 2022 MLB All-Star Game, and a clever MLB drink cup from Dairy Queen.