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Spitballin' features Ben Rogers and Jared Sandler. Ben and Jared will take a look at every part of the Rangers season from start to finish, giving their expert insight and analysis. Watch for their weekly chats and stay on top of all the developing Rangers stories.

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    • Mar 28, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 463 EPISODES

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    The Spitballin' podcast is a must-listen for any die-hard Texas Rangers fan. Hosted by Hannah, Jared, and Nathaniel, this podcast offers a unique perspective on the game and what goes on behind the scenes in the clubhouse. With Nate's direct connection to the players, it's fascinating to hear his insights on various aspects of the game. Jared's love for both the sport and the Rangers shines through in his hosting style, bringing a different energy than what you usually find in game broadcasts. Each episode is eagerly anticipated, and fans can't wait for the next one.

    One of the best aspects of The Spitballin' podcast is the player insight and perspective it provides. With Nathaniel Lowe being an active player, his thoughts and experiences add a whole new dimension to the show. It's refreshing to hear directly from players in a relaxed setting without time constraints, allowing for more in-depth conversations about their experiences on and off the field. This podcast truly takes fans inside the world of baseball like no other.

    However, one slight drawback to this podcast is that there are episodes where Hannah's presence feels limited. While Jared and Nathaniel's contributions are valuable and entertaining, it would be great to hear more from Hannah as well. Her perspective could contribute even more depth to discussions and provide a varied range of insights.

    In conclusion, The Spitballin' podcast is a fantastic listen for any Ranger fan craving insider information about their favorite team. The mix of player interviews, analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories makes for an engaging experience that keeps fans eagerly waiting for each episode. It's evident that everyone involved with this podcast is passionate about the Rangers and providing fans with an authentic look into their beloved team. Whether during the season or offseason, this podcast is sure to keep fans entertained while giving them a deeper understanding of their team's dynamics.



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    Episode One: The Champs are Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 63:35


    The Straight Up Texas Podcast presented by Whataburger is back! Hear from the champs as Nathaniel Lowe and Jared Sandler chop it up. 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

    The tales of a World Championship run

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 129:49


    Wait! Where was Nathaniel Lowe when Marcus Semien homered in Game 5? That and more tales from the magical World Championship run. 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

    Behind the Championship Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 42:29


    Eric Nadel and Matt Hicks on what goes into making the championship-winning call. 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

    Don't Do That...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 60:21


    Nathaniel recounts the lessons he learned making his MLB debut. Plus the home stretch is here! How this team is staying sharp. 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

    Highs & Lowes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 48:49


    The Rangers find themselves in the middle of an August slide, but the team is staying focused on what matters. Plus what former teammate has Nathaniel cracking up. 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

    August Additions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 55:38


    The art of a baseball skirmish plus what Max Scherzer did that made Nathaniel double take in the team dining room. 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

    The "Lowe" Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 45:18


    Nathaniel Lowe talks second-half start, the "love-tap" he gave his brother in the Rays game, plus the one thing the whole team is trying to get Travis Jankowski to do in a game 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

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    Hanging with HeanDog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 76:21


    Andrew Heaney says he was asked to sign WHAT??? Plus he reflects on the wild scenes of pitching at the Field of Dreams game in 2021 and don't miss a special Q&A with Joe Jonas! 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

    Marcus Semien Joins the Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 54:23


    The Rangers 2B opens up on life as a Major League dad & explains why the Rangers should have a large showing in the All-Star Game! 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

    I Said What I Said

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 60:32


    From the road, Jared and Nathaniel break down his viral claim that he expects this team to be competitive down the stretch. 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

    The Road Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 55:48


    The hosts chat about long road trips, Eovaldi's success and throw in a fun side bet if Nathaniel steals a base in tonight's game! 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

    Bustin' Streaks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 51:36


    The hosts discuss staying level-headed on both ends of a streak and why June 9 will be a big day for the Lowe family. 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

    BONUS: City Connect Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 38:05


    Hear from the team about the story behind the threads and the infamous peagle! 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

    Silver Bats and Green Jackets

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 47:55


    Nathaniel gets his Silver Slugger award home, talks drinks on the links, why he loves the Masters & watching a teammate break a record! 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

    Welcome back to the Straight Up Texas Podcast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 48:27


    Jared and Hannah welcome a new player cohost! Who is the best golfer in the Rangers organization and what makes this season different? 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

    Fan Fest Fun!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2023 48:53


    Join Jared and Hannah as they share some laughs with Martín Pérez and Taylor Hearn at Fan Fest! 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

    Mr. Ranger

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 73:01


    A fake car giveaway, 10¢ Beer Night brawl, and being fired only to be rehired by the Rangers. Story time with Tom Grieve, aka Mr. Ranger, as he recounts 55 years of stories on the diamond, as a General Manager and in the TV booth. 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

    Ranger Blake

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 67:35


    Happy 9/21! On this bonus episode, Rangers Hall-of-Famer John Blake shares the significance and drama that led up to September 21, 1971 - the day the Rangers move to Arlington was approved. 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

    For the People of the Metroplex

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 61:30


    The ultra-creative duo from By Way of Dallas hop on the podcast to talk up the new Rangers collaboration and they may have unlocked a wild idea for a Whataburger documentary??? 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

    Superfan Gloria Campos

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 58:00


    DFW media legend shares her favorite Rangers memories, including one with a former President. 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

    Kickin' It with Kins

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 50:54


    Newest Texas Rangers Baseball Hall-of-Famer Ian Kinsler on the time he and his teammates pranked Elvis Andrus, plus his future baseball plans. 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

    From Fan to Front Office with Chris Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 60:15


    Hear GM Chris Young's take on the state of the Rangers and why the next three years should be monumental. Plus, how growing up a Rangers fan frames his goals as a leader in this 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

    Storytime with Emily Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 70:25


    Rangers Field Reporter Emily Jones dishes out behind-the-scenes stories about some of our most beloved Rangers players. Plus, the journey she took to get onto the Rangers broadcast and who she credits for being a peer that pushes her to be better. 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

    Turning Two: Actor and Athlete (Kevin Elster)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 66:30


    The accolades add up for Kevin Elster. He is a Rangers record holder, the 1996 Comeback Player of the Year and nailed a prominent role winking at Ken Griffey, Jr. in Little Big League. Kevin tells the podcast why the '96 team is his all-time favorite, plus life on a major movie set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Going Viral with Dude Perfect's Cody Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 48:37


    Dude Perfect's “Tall Guy” Cody Jones talks about growing up as a Rangers fan, plus his trick shot ideas for Globe Life Field and which Rangers player wants to be in it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Brad Sham: Rangers Good Luck Charm?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 80:03


    Brad Sham, the radio voice of the Dallas Cowboys, has been behind the mic for some magical moments, but did you know he was also in the radio booth during the rise of the Rangers in the 90s? Listen as Brad recalls his time with Eric Nadel as the Rangers made their first playoff run, plus a Johnny Oates quote that will stick with him for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Pat Green Likes Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 50:41


    Texas Country Singer and Rangers super fan Pat Green joins the podcast to discuss the story of how “I Like Texas” started, his favorite past & present ballpark memories and more. You'll also hear from Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons on his first pitch experience and thoughts on his first MLB game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Steve Buechele – Fan Favorite and Fashionista?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 51:46


    Rangers alum and Rangers Live host Steve Buechele joins the podcast to talk about his favorite memories in a Texas uniform, his unique game day fashion and what opponent inspired him the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Story Swapping with Eric & Matt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 48:52


    Rangers Radio broadcasters Eric Nadel & Matt Hicks join the Straight Up Texas podcast talking about the 2022 squad and some of their favorite players from the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.21 - The Mayor Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 57:17


    April 21, 1972, the Rangers first took the field in Texas. To get to that day, Arlington Mayor Tom Vandergriff dared to defy President Nixon. Join Jared Sandler and special guest Parker Vandergriff for this wild tale of Straight Up Texas resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 8 - Chris Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 48:52


    Chris Young, Executive VP and General Manager of the Texas Rangers, joins Jared and Jay to share some of the blueprint of the team's rebuild. Plus Chris shares what it's like to help lead the team he's been a fan of since childhood. And hear why Jimmy Fallon and Drew Barrymore were at the ballpark for Chris' first Major League pitching win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 7 - Cody Cannon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 38:26


    Cody Cannon from the band Whiskey Myers joins the podcast and shares observations about breaking into the music biz, life on the road, and how the group from Texas ended up on the hit TV show, Yellowstone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 6 - Madison Kocian

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 33:08


    Don't flip out - but Jared & Jay talk with 2x Olympic medal gymnast & Dallas native, Madison Kocian! Madison pulls the curtain back on her Olympics experience like meeting other high-profile athletes and life around the village, plus she reflects on her favorite Texas Rangers memories. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 5 - Matthew McConaughey

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 68:43


    Jared & Jay catch up with award-winning actor, author, Austin FC owner & Texas-native Matthew McConaughey. He dives in on his inspiration for his book "Greenlights", his favorite Nolan Ryan story and just what it means to be Straight Up Texas. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4 - Aaron Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 51:00


    Country Singer & Songwriter Aaron Watson - who in his own words - IS the definition of Straight Up Texas joins the show to talk about Texas' influence in his career, and why he retired from singing the National Anthem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3 - Parker McCollum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 41:40


    The Trade Deadline is looming, Jared and Jay talk it out, as well as, break down future names in the Rangers farm system. Then, Country Singer-Songwriter Parker McCollum joins in to talk all things Texas - including how the Lone Star State inspired his music, his favorite venue for a show and his upcoming performance at a Rangers game (that doesn't involve singing). Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 2 – Travis Heim

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 53:38


    Jared and Jay turn up the heat and talk all things BBQ with Travis Heim, the owner and pitmaster at Heim BBQ. Hear about hole-in-the-wall Texas BBQ joints, plus the Rangers legends Travis would invite to his table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 1 - Brad Leland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 47:30


    Jared and Jay do a quick take on Rangers All-Stars and the legacy of Elvis Andrus (3:30). Then they're joined by actor Brad Leland - Buddy Garrity from "Friday Night Lights" -- to talk about his favorite character from "Friday Night Lights" (15:58), film in Texas (24:00) and swap #StraightUpTX tales. Texas forever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Straight Up Texas Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 13:42


    This is the official podcast of the Texas Rangers with hosts Jared Sandler and Jay Sauceda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    #AloneTogether Episode 6: Callix Crabbe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 23:47


    Assistant hitting coach Callix Crabbe chats with Dr. Josiah Igono on how he is staying sharp from home and getting ready for a potential start to the season.

    #AloneTogether Episode 6: Callix Crabbe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 23:47


    Assistant hitting coach Callix Crabbe chats with Dr. Josiah Igono on how he is staying sharp from home and getting ready for a potential start to the season.

    #AloneTogether Episode 5: Jose Trevino

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 19:13


    Jose Trevino and Josiah Igono discuss having a “no panic” mentality in both baseball and life.

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