Bustin’ Loose Baseball

Episode 257, FULL SHOW -- The unofficial second half of the season is upon us as the Nats hope to make a run to get back on track after a disappointing final series before the All-Star Break. Grant Paulsen returns alongside Tobi Altizer to recap his experience at the All-Star Festivities. Then, the guys dive into what to expect from the Nats as they begin their second half of the season with their first ever trip to Sacramento to take on the Athletics. Plus, we answer your burning Nats questions that you've submitted to our mailbag! And stay tuned on the backend of this episode to hear interviews with All-Stars CJ Abrams and Foster Griffin as Grant caught up with them on the field ahead of the Midsummer Classic.

Episode 256, FULL SHOW -- The All-Star Break has arrived, and maybe it came at the perfect time for the Nats, as they were swept by the New York Yankees in their final series of the unofficial first half of the MLB season. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron look back at another heartbreaking series of late inning losses that sent the Nationals to a game under .500 ahead of the break. What's next for the Blake Butera and the Nats bullpen? Then, the MLB Draft also took place over the weekend, where the Nationals drafted a local product with the 11th overall pick. Plus, hear interviews from Curtis Mead, James Wood and CJ Abrams as Grant Paulsen caught up with them at the ballpark on Friday. And we make our picks for the Homerun Derby and the All-Star Game.

Episode 255, FULL SHOW -- Another series victory is in the books as the Nats offense continues to impress while taking two of three games versus the Houston Astros. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen dive into how the 2026 Nats features three batters with 20+ homeruns, and how Foster Griffin has firmly established himself as the Ace of the Nats rotation. Then, Grant Paulsen will be in Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB Draft. He provides insight on who the Nationals could be in line to pick at #11 this coming weekend.

Episode 254, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals three game win streak came to a halt over the weekend as the Pirates would go on to take the final two games of the three game series to open up the longest homestand of the season so far. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen were at Nats Park all weekend and breakdown what went wrong in the battle for Wild Card positioning with a surging Pittsburgh team. Then, in one of the surprises of the season so far, the Nationals DFA'd former top prospect Robert Hassell III. Tobi & Grant make sense of why the Nats felt this was the move to make. Plus, CJ Abrams and James Wood officially were named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game roster for the National League. What's the path for a couple more candidates from the Nats to make the team? And, hear from James Wood as he joined Grant & Danny in studio on 106.7 The Fan in DC.

Episode 253, FULL SHOW -- It was an eventful final road series before the All-Star Break, but the Nationals came out with yet another series win, taking the final two of the three game series at historic Fenway Park against a hot Red Sox team. Tobi Alitzer & Grant Paulsen look back at a series that featured a spectacular career best performance from Cade Cavalli, James Wood breaking out of his recent slump in a big way, and another quality performance from the young LHP Andrew Alvarez. Tobi & Grant also discuss the events that led to a benches clearing event involving Cade Cavalli and Red Sox 1st Baseman Willson Contreras. And the Nats will have two representatives in the MLB Futures Game at All-Star Week. Has Eli Willits dominant early career accelerated his timeline toward the big leagues?

Episode 252, FULL SHOW -- After a disasterous series at home versus Philadelphia, the Nats were able to hit the road up I-95 and take a series win versus the Orioles. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown how the Nats got back right despite some of the continued struggles in the lineup and the bullpen, and how Foster Griffin continues to establish himself as the teams top starter. Plus, Luis García Jr. is having the best stretch of his career, adding an NL Player of the Week award to his mantle. What are the plans going forward for the Nats 1st Baseman?

Episode 251, FULL SHOW -- After starting the series with a win on Monday Night, the Philadelphia Phillies would go on to haunt the Washington Nationals through the remainder of the series with comeback victories that broke the hearts of Nats fans everywhere night after night. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen look back at how the biggest series of the year so far turned into a nightmare as the Nats couldn't hold leads in the final three games of the series. Then, we try to figure out what is the best course of action to fix a bullpen that ultimately hasn't been reliable in recent weeks.

Episode 250, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals history versus the Tampa Bay Rays hasn't been favorable, and despite three competitive games, that would continue as the Nats lost 2 of 3 at Tropicana Field over the weekend. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown how bullpen struggles held the Nats back from continuing their series win streak. Plus, how valuable has Brad Lord been to the Nationals pitching staff? And has CJ Abrams officially showed us he can avoid his cold streaks of the past? Then, Grant details his impressions of top prospect Gavin Fein as he visited the Fredericksburg Nationals over the weekend. And we preview a huge division series as the Phillies are in town this week.

Episode 249, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals continue to secure series wins, earning their 4th in a row despite not being able to complete the sweep this week versus the Kansas City Royals. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen discuss how the Nationals can position themselves to be buyers at the trade deadline without completely putting the future of the organization at a disadvantage. Plus, Nasim Nuñez enjoyed a breakout series versus the Royals, and James Wood needs help to climb the ranks amongst Outfielders for the NL All-Star Team. Finally, we check-in on a couple of the rising names in the Minor League system this week and look ahead to a weekend series versus one of the AL's best teams in Tampa Bay.

Episode 248, FULL SHOW -- If you were concerned with how the Nationals would recover from their devastating loss in the series finale versus San Francisco last week, this weekend series with the Mariners should help calm your nerves. Tobi Altizer & Darris Dameron breakdown how the Nationals offense and pitching staff were able to bounce back against the Mariners and go on to win their 3rd straight series. The BLB crew gets into why Dylan Crews' offensive numbers don't tell the whole story of how he impacts the game, and why James Wood should be in consideration for MVP honors. Then, we check-in on how some of the top prospects in the Nats organization have been performing over the last week. And we look ahead to a three game home series versus a struggling Kansas City Royals squad.

Episode 247, FULL SHOW -- Despite the successful 4-2 road trip out west for the Washington Nationals, Wednesday saw the ball club face one of their most devastating losses in franchise history as they would go on to lose a 9 run lead and surrender a walk-off Grand Slam to a former Nats Fan turned member of the San Francisco Giants. Tobi Altizer recaps what went wrong in that devastating loss, how the team has proved it can overcome turmoil so far and why we need to remember what expectations were ahead of the season. Plus, the recently promoted Top Prospect of the Nats is off to a hot start in High-A Wilmington, while a recently acquired Top Prospect won player of the week in Low-A Fredericksburg.

Episode 246, FULL SHOW -- After a disappointing series versus the Marlins, the Nationals recaptured their offensive prowess as they took 2 of 3 from the Arizona Diamondbacks on the road over the weekend. Tobi Altizer & Darris Dameron look back at the Nats offensive breakout from the weekend series, the continued resurgence of RHP Zack Littell, and a successful weekend from a bullpen that needed a bounce back. Plus, it was a big weekend for several top prospects in the Nationals organization. Find out which top prospects got the nod to be promoted up to the next level. And we look ahead to the final leg of the Nats west coast trip as they take on the San Francisco Giants.

Episode 245, FULL SHOW -- After an impressive series win at home versus the Padres, the Nats couldn't keep up the momentum as they were swept by their pesky NL East rivals from Miami. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen highlight some highs and lows from the series sweep and try to determine if this was just a small misstep, or if there concerns coming back to the forefront ahead of their West Coast road trip. Plus, Tobi Altizer caught up RHP Cade Cavalli to talk about his recent stretch of quality starts as he continues to get comfortable in his first full year as a Major League starter.

Episode 244, FULL SHOW -- Your Washington Nationals completed one of their most successful months in the last few years in style, completing a series win over the San Diego Padres. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown how their 16 win month of May came about, led by a the resurgence of RHP Zack Littell, a breakout season thus far for C Keibert Ruiz, and OF James Wood continuing to prove why he'll be a perennial All-Star. Then, hear from Nationals Manager Blake Butera as he joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan on Monday ahead of their series opener versus Miami. Plus a look at the latest performances on the Minor League Farm. And All-Star voting begins soon! Who should you be expecting to represent the Nats in the Midsummer Classic?

Episode 243, FULL SHOW -- The Nats return home from a 6 game road trip with a 4-2 record versus two division leading teams. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap the road trip that saw the Nats offense click behind a red hot James Wood, and the pitching staff beginning to click with stellar performances from the starting rotation. Then, Grant & Tobi caught up with Nats 1B/3B Curtis Mead the day after this Two Homerun performance in Cleveland. And we dive into what appears to be the most impressive Nationals Minor League system in a long time, and look ahead to a weekend series versus the Padres.

Episode 242, FULL SHOW -- It's been quite some time since the Washington Nationals have been over the .500 mark at this point of the season, and we want to celebrate it with you! Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen bring you a quick episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball where we give you the details of our Parade down Half Street to celebrate the 2026 Nationals getting over .500!

Episode 241, FULL SHOW -- Dylan Crews returned to the Washington Nationals lineup for the first time in the 2026 season after beginning the season in Triple-A Rochester. Are his adjustments noticeable through his first few games back? Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown what expectations should be for the former number 2 overall pick going forward, and how Brady House's demotion to the Minor League should be viewed. Plus, we recap a series split with the New York Mets, hear from Paul Toboni who broke down why recent roster moves were made, and you'll hear an interview with the mastermind behind the leagues top scoring offense, Hitting Coach Matt Borgschulte, who joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan in DC.

Episode 240, BONUS -- News broke on Monday Night as the Nats and Mets opened a 4-game series at Nationals Park that the Number 2 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, Dylan Crews is being called up to make his 2026 debut on the Major League Roster. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen pulled out the recording equipment while watching Game 1 of Nats-Mets to give you a breakdown of how Crews performed during his early season stint at Triple-A, how he fits in with the current state of the roster, and how to measure success for Crews going forward.

Episode 240, FULL SHOW -- Nationals Park was full of energy over the weekend as the Baltimore Orioles were in town for the first round of the Beltway Series, where the Nats took the first two of three matchups. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap the high energy series where the Nats came out of it as the number 1 scoring team in the league, and saw the continued surge of offense from Keibert Ruiz and more! Then, Tobi caught up with the voice of the Rochester Red Wings, Josh Whetzel, to get the latest on how some of the Nats top prospects are doing at the Triple-A level. Plus, a look ahead to a four game set with the Mets.

Episode 239, FULL SHOW -- Despite winning yet another series on the road, the Nationals can't capitalize on their most recent opportunity to reach the .500 mark on the season. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen look back a series where Daylen Lile doubled his homerun total and the Starting Pitching struggled to provide much needed innings during a long stretch without off days. Plus, with 1B/3B Yohandy Morales tearing the cover off the ball in Triple-A, who's roster spot could be on the line if the Nationals choose to bring up the slugging top prospect? We wrap up with another look at the Minor League level, several members of the MacKenzie Gore trade are exceeding expectations. And we look ahead to the first Beltway Series of the season as the Nats host the O's for three over the weekend.

Episode 238, FULL SHOW -- After a series opening win on Friday Night in Miami, it looked like the Nationals had a real chance to win another road series and at the least come out of it with a .500 record. But defensive struggles returned to the forefront over the weekend as the Nats drop the final two games to the Marlins. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap a series littered with defensive mistakes that cost the team a shot a series win. Then, the guys highlight a series of individual performances to keep an eye on, including Cade Cavalli, Brady House & Daylen Lile. Plus, a look ahead to the three game road series versus Cincinnati, and the latest additions to the Top 100 Prospects list from the Nationals Minor League system.

Episode 237, FULL SHOW -- After a dreadful start to their home season, the Nationals took two of three from the visiting Minnesota Twins this week to finally give the home fans a chance to see a series victory at Nats Park. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap a series that saw big time production from the Catcher position, improved defense from the position players, and continued improvement across the pitching staff. Then, two of the Nationals top prospects graduated into the MLB Top 100 Prospects list. And we look ahead to a big series in Miami, where the Nats find themselves battling for a chance to get over .500 for the first time in a long time.

Episode 236, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals returned home over the weekend to host the Milwaukee Brewers, but their recent road success didn't quite return with them as they dropped two of three to the Brew Crew. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap the series versus the Brewers that saw the Nationals error ridden weekend lead to a refreshed commitment to improve defensively, and bounce back performances from a suddenly resurging pitching staff. Plus, Tobi Altizer caught up with James Wood ahead of Saturday's contest to talk about facing the imposing stuff of Brewers righty Jacob Misiorowski, his approach to all fields, and how new technology within the organization is helping to make him better. And the Minor League system continues to have success across all levels as of late. Tobi & Grant highlight some of the top performances over the last week.

Episode 235, FULL SHOW -- The Nats win yet another road series as they take two of three from the lowly New York Mets this week. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen recap the series that featured CJ Abrams' offensive resurgence, Cade Cavalli piling up strikeouts, and a bullpen that seems to be getting right. Then they dive back down to the Minor League level to highlight some of the hottest hitters and pitchers across the system over the last week.

Episode 234, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals completed yet another road series win with their back to back victories of the White Sox over the weekend, ending their stretch of 17 games in 17 days with a 9-8 record. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen detail how the Nats unorthodox methods are working to keep the team competitive. Plus a look ahead to a road series versus the struggling New York Mets. And hear from LHP Foster Griffin as he talked 1 on 1 with Tobi Altizer following his start versus the Atlanta Braves. And there are some hot bats in the Minor League system. Grant & Tobi highlight the latest from Eli Willits and Ronny Cruz.

Episode 233, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals returned home for the second homestand of the season, where they've only won 1 game so far. They added one more win to that total this weekend, taking down the San Francisco Giants in the series finale after dropping the first two games. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the series, which featured a series of blunders on Saturday that cost the team an opportunity to win the series. Then, Tobi Altizer was able to catch up with CJ Abrams to talk about his scorching hot start to his 2026 season. And we look ahead to a 4 game series versus the Atlanta Braves. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 232, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals split their four-game set with the Pirates to conclude a 5-2 road trip, and the offense continues to do the heavy lifting, led by CJ Abrams playing at an extremely high level. What's led to the Nationals offensive success through the first month of the season? Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer discuss. Plus, some exciting prospects in the Nats Minor League system are also off to good starts, and we preview the upcoming home series versus the San Francisco Giants. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 231, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals went into Milwaukee and swept the Brewers over the weekend for the first time since 2006 behind a hot offense and good starting pitching. Grant Paulsen & Producer Darris Dameron breakdown what went right in the Nationals three wins versus the Brewers, James Wood returning to form, how the coaching staff is getting the most out of the lineup, and how they navigated usage of their pitching staff along the way. Then we look towards a four game set in Pittsburgh where the Nationals will face a tough Pirates pitching staff and a much improved offense. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 230, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen and Producer Darris Dameron recap a 1-5 homestand for the Nats, where they would drop their last two to the Cardinals after a thrilling win in Game 1. Plus, they highlight which players matter the most as the season continues. Later, Grant details just how rough its been using the ABS Challenge system for the Nats catching duo so far. And we look ahead to the road series versus the Brewers and check in on the latest with some of the top prospects across the Nats Minor League system. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 229, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals returned home to open their first homestand of the 2026 Regular Season. But with a matchup against the two-time defending World Series Champion Dodgers, it was clear the Nationals have some work to do to catchup to their level. Grant Paulsen & Producer Darris Dameron recap a series that saw pitching struggles across the majority of the staff over the weekend, and an offense that couldn't keep up with the Dodgers relentless lineup. Plus, they discuss potential ways to help James Wood get out of his early season slump, whether CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia are trade candidates, and check in on some early performances at the Minor League Level as the various Affiliates get their seasons started. Then, hear from Catcher Drew Millas, who Tobi Altizer caught up with in the clubhouse ahead of the middle game vs the Dodgers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 228, FULL SHOW -- The Nats were just a few innings away from ending their 6-game road trip with a winning record. Unfortunately, they couldn't close the door on the Phillies on Wednesday, leading to a blown save and eventual extra innings loss to end their trip at 3-3. Grant & Tobi look back at the series that was, give their impressions on the regular season debuts for Foster Griffin and Zack Littell, and their thoughts on how Blake Butera's approach to managing is ushering in a different look from what we've seen with the previous regime. Plus, we look ahead to the first series at Nationals Park this season as the LA Dodgers come to town, and get our first look at what some of the Nationals top prospects are doing with Triple-A Rochester. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 227, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals open the season with a series win in Chicago! Grant & Tobi break down the Nats series versus the Cubs from all angles, including which members of the pitching staff impressed, why the unorthodox lineups will be something to get used to, and how the Nats can carry their momentum into their next series versus Philadelphia. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 226, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer get you ready for Opening Day as the Washington Nationals are set to open their 2026 regular season campaign in Chicago versus the Cubs. Cade Cavalli is set to make his first career Opening Day start after a long road back from battling injuries over the course of the last few years. He is just one of many interviews we share with you ahead of the start of the regular season. First, hear from Blake Butera as he prepares for his Major League debut as a Manager. Then, the new General Manager of the Washington Nationals, Ani Kilambi, joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan during their trip to West Palm Beach to discuss his vision for the organization and roster. His Assistant General Manager is Devin Pearson, who will also serve as the Director of Player Development. He also joined Grant & Danny to dive into expectations across the Minor League system and how new technology will impact development across the entire organization. Finally, Grant & Tobi give their final predictions for the season ahead! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 225, FULL SHOW -- We're just one day away from Opening Day for the Washington Nationals and the rest of Major League Baseball! Today's episode, Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer dive into what to expect from the Starting Pitching rotation and the bullpen in 2026, which both feature many new faces to get to know. Plus, hear interviews with new Pitching Coach Simon Matthews, Opening Day starter Cade Cavalli, Veteran Starters Miles Mikolas and Foster Griffin, and presumptive Closer Clayton Beeter. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 224, FULL SHOW -- Our week long look ahead to the 2026 Washington Nationals season continues as we breakdown what lineup could look like to start the season, and what to expect from the position players in a critical year for many. Plus, hear interviews with James Wood, Jacob Young, Daylen Lile & CJ Abrams from our trip to West Palm Beach during Nats Spring Training. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 223, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back just in time for a new Washington Nationals season! And a new season brings new things for your favorite Nationals podcast. Stay tuned throughout the week for new episodes every day leading up to Opening Day. Plus, later this week, we'll detail some special plans we have coming up for the podcast, including chances to enjoy live recordings of Bustin' Loose Baseball, baseball themed events, and more! On this return episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer talk about the shocking news that Dylan Crews will start his season with Triple-A Rochester, and why it makes sense to do so. Then they guys get into their trip to West Palm Beach for Nats Spring Training and what they learned in their five day visit with the ball club. Plus, hear interviews from President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni & Manager Blake Butera when they both joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan in West Palm Beach. Grant & Tobi finish with reactions to the trade on Sunday that sent small ripple effects across the organization with a flurry of transactions that followed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 222, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer are back to breakdown all the details of the huge trade that went down on Thursday, in which the Washington Nationals traded their All-Star LHP MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in exchange for five of their top eighteen prospects from their minor league system. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 221, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back just in time for the breaking news that the Washington Nationals have traded All-Star LHP MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in exchange for 5 prospects. Tobi Altizer breaks down the details of the trade. Then, hear from Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post and Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline with their analysis of how the trade came about and how good the flurry of prospects could be as they enter the Nationals organization. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 220, FULL SHOW -- Monday was the official beginning of the next step for the Washington Nationals organization as the newest Manager, Blake Butera, was introduced to the media. He then joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about what he hopes to bring to the organization in his first opportunity as a Major League Manager; President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni introduced his first managerial hire of his tenure on Monday. He joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about why Butera was the right guy, and some of the other staffing hires the team has made as they enter a new era. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 220, Segment 1 -- Monday was the official beginning of the next step for the Washington Nationals organization as the newest Manager, Blake Butera, was introduced to the media. He then joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about what he hopes to bring to the organization in his first opportunity as a Major League Manager. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 220, Segment 2 -- President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni introduced his first managerial hire of his tenure on Monday. He joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about why Butera was the right guy, and some of the other staffing hires the team has made as they enter a new era. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 219, FULL SHOW -- The Washington Nationals have locked in on their next Manager of the franchise as Blake Butera joins the organization as the first Managerial hire by New President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer react to the news and look back at the managerial career of Butera, who comes from the Tampa Bay Rays organization and coached with Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic in 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices