The Walk Off

Ryan and Holden discuss the release of the 2021 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot and give their picks as to who deserves to get the call.Also, Ryan discusses his players-only vote, which is now in its third year and Holden wants to know why Sammy Sosa still isn't in.

Ryan and Holden recap game one of the World Series between the Dodgers and Rays.. Mookie Betts, Clayton Kershaw and Cody Bellinger make it into Spaeder's Stats. Holden ponders whether or not baseball players were sought after by women in 1908. The guys also reflect on the Braves and Astros seasons.

On today's show, Ryan and Holden discuss the recent passing of Joe Morgan. Ryan shares some incredible stats about the Hall of Fame second Baseman. The guys also talk about the recent loss of multiple LB legends. They also cover the wild White Sox managerial search and talk about the NLCS and ALCS.

Today, Ryan and Holden discuss some of the top storylines from the first week of the MLB playoffs. Ryan has a strong take on the Padres and Dodgers season, while Holden continues to believe that the ball remains juiced. Spaeder's stats include Giancarlo Stanton as well as a WW1 hero.

Holden and Ryan take a look ahead at this season's unique postseason format. Ryan has some upset picks and talks about whether or not there will be fans in the stands at the World Series. Holden shares his thoughts on the tournament and whether or not MLB will go back to the "deader" ball they used in last year's playoffs

Ryan and Holden are joined by "White Sox" Dave Williams to talk about the red-hot season that the team is having.

The guys are joined this week by former Dodgers GM Ned Colleti as they chop it up about this season, and more.

On today's Walk Off, Ryan and Holden recap a hectic trade deadline which included some big names changing teams plus the boys gush about the Padres and Blue Jays moves.

On today's show, Ryan and Holden discuss some of the bigger moves from the 2020 MLB trade deadline. The guys try to figure out why the Indians would consider trading Mike Clevinger. Also, the Padres land two big bats, Spaeder's Stats talks 10-run comeback victories and the topic of podcast speed playback also arises.

On today's edition of The Walk Off, Ryan and Holden share their disdain for Alex Rodriguez, as he attempts to buy the New York Mets. Spaeder's Stats include the three batters in the mix to hit .400.

Author and Injury expert Will Carroll joins the guys this week. They talk about Tommy John injuries, how the game has changed, and the use of an opener.

On today's show, Ryan and Holden discuss a rumor that Spaeder is hearing about the St. Louis Cardinals. Also, the boys talk about the Marlins work stoppage after Derek Jeter finally speaks. Holden and Ryan also talk about Yoenis Cespedes bolting the Mets, Aaron Judge's hot start and why the boys love in-game MLB betting.

Today on The Walk-Off, Holden and Ryan discuss how Major League Baseball's new playoff format looks exactly like the proposal that Ryan wrote last year. Also, the guys give their impressions on the first week of the MLB season, Spaeder's Stats highlight's Shohei Ohtani and they look back at Holden's uncomfortable interview with Justin Verlander's wife.

Ryan and Holden welcome MLB reporter and podcast host, Jessica Kleinschmidt to The Walk Off. Jessica talks about the Giants and A's, the two teams she covers. Holden And Ryan later preview the 2020 season.

Holden and Ryan discuss the upcoming MLB season, the atmosphere of the preseason games and how managers will be most important this year. Spaeder's Stats features Joe DiMaggio and Jeter.

Holden and Ryan talk to MLB agent Rachel Luba. She talks about how she met Trevor Bauer and became his agent, what it's like going into arbitration with a player, and the path she took to become one of MLB's rare female agents.

Holden and Ryan are joined this week by Philly sports radio personality, Glen Macnow.

Ryan and Holden discuss the upcoming season and take a look at the NL East. Spaeder's Stats features a myriad of players, plus the guys look at the greatest single-season seasons by a pitcher in the history of Major League Baseball.

Holden And Ryan are back as the MLB kicks off Spring training 2.0. They talk about players opting out, fan reactions to the restart, and some team name history.

The guys are joined by Darren Rovell as they talk Bobby Bonilla, betting, and the business side of baseball. Then Ryan and Holden talk about the madness that 2020 might bring to starting rotations, minor league conspiracies, and go off the tracks to the end.

Today, Ryan and Holden discuss the return of MLB. They share their opinions on the 60-game season, extra innings starting with a man on second base, the NL using a DH and every other topic pertaining to the 2020 season that you can think of.Also, Spaeder's Stats highlights the best 60-game starts ever and Doc Gooden and Doc Halladay's numbers are discussed.

Ryan is joined this week by his co-author Kevin Reavy and founder of "Might be News" Taylor Cooper. They discuss the return of baseball, last year's cheating scandal, and get into some stats talk. 

Holden gives his quick takes on the new 60 game season in this emergency episode of the walk off. 

Today Ryan and Holden get you up to speed on the latest developments regarding MLB's labor war.Also, Spaeder's Stats features Dwight Gooden and the 1986 Mets staff, and the boys ask each other which company they'd like to have sponsor their favorite baseball teams.

Holden and Ryan discuss the breaking MLB labor news as the 2020 looks like it might actually happen.

Holden and Ryan share their opinions on the allegations that the Yankees cheated in the 2017 season. Also, Spaeder's stats feature Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa and the guys reminisce about the 1998 Home Run Chase. 

On today's show, Holden and Ryan dive into marijuana usage in Major League Baseball and how its use has evolved over the past decade.Also, the duo discuss Commissioner Rob Manfred's proclamation that there's a 100% chance MLB will have a 2020 season.

Holden and Ryan are back as they chat it up with NBC Sports Chicago's Christopher Kamka. They get into some Hall of Fame talk, Christopher's eating contest with Kobayashi, and Ryan reveals his take on one of sports' biggest conspiracy theories.

Today Ryan and Holden make another bet on when the 2020 Season begins. Holden is up $100 as the season did not start by June 1st like Spaeder thought it would.

Ryan and Holden are joined by former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling to discuss his career, the current situation in baseball, and more.

The guys are joined by Brett Boone in this episode of the Walk Off. They talk about the special circumstances of this year's draft, growing up in a major league clubhouse, and then dive into some 80's baseball talk.

Today, Ryan and Holden discuss the owner's proposal to the players and how it doesn't come close to being enough to get the season started anytime soon.Also, Spaeder's Stats focuses on Sammy Sosa, who Holden and Ryan both believe should be in the Hall of Fame.In a stats showdown, it's Will Clark vs Don Mattingly.

Today Ryan and Holden discuss the holdup's to MLB and the MLBPA reaching a deal to play the 2020 season. Holden argues that MLB is killing itself again, just like it has done multiple times in the past.Also, they guys debate whether or not an 82-game season champion is legitimate and whether or not single-season marks like a .400 batting average would be held in high regard as well.Ryan and Holden wrap the show up with a Tony Gwynn edition of Spaeder's Stats.

Holden and Ryan bring you a snippet of their interview with Barstool's Big Cat before it was cut short. They also hop back on the mic to discuss the Cubs, and more Hall of Fame talk. 

Ryan and Holden are joined by former Braves outfielder Andrew Jones. They chat about what he's been up to, the hall of fame, and Andruw gives his best stories from his time in Atlanta. 

Holden and Ryan discussed the leaked owners proposals for the start of the 2020 season, which could begin in July. They also discussed plans to make the DH universal and how an 82-game season would play out.Spaeder's Stats focuses on the trio of Pedro Martinez, Greg Maddux and Randy Johnson with appearances from Roger Clemens and Christy Mathewson.

Holden and Spaeder discuss re-awarding the MVP and Cy Young awards because today's evaluations would have drastically altered many of the winners.

Holden and Ryan speak with Hall-of-Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt about a number of topics, including how's he's spending his time during the coronavirus lockdown.

Today we talked about great-hitting pitchers in Spaeder's Stats. Also, we had a discussion about judging players in different decades using today's stats, Ryan had an Irish Walk-off with Astros players and he also taught Holden how to use Tinder. 

Holden and Ryan are back with a special Monday interview edition  of The Walk Off, as they are joined by Bill James. They discuss the comparison of players between eras, how stats have evolved, and life right now without baseball.

Ryan and Holden sat down to talk with former Mets GM Jim Duquette. Duquette discussed whether or not he thinks we'll see a season in 2020, whether or not the Red Sox were punished sufficiently by MLB and much more.

This episode, Holden and Ryan are joined by Cubs' play by play man, Len Kasper. They talk about life without baseball, the Cubs'  window of opportunity for another championship, and MLB's options for playing this upcoming season. Holden and Ryan also pick their favorite Walk Off fan submission, and announce the winner of a copy of MLB The Show 20. 

We talked with 21-year MLB veteran pitcher LaTroy Hawkins about Jackie Robinson day, Jackie's impact on MLB and civil rights. LaTroy also talked about his relationship with Jackie's daughter Sharon and how Sharon educated LaTroy's daughter about Jackie's legacy.We wrapped the show with LaTroy's thoughts on playing a shortened season in Arizona where players would go to the ballpark and back to a hotel for a number of months. 

In this episode, Ryan talks about falling onto the field at the first game he ever attended. He also has a Darren Daulton story. The boys discuss which of the four players mentioned in the title was the most productive during their prime. Also, they talk about robot fans in Taiwan and how 72% of Americans won't go to a sports event until a vaccine is created.

Holden & Spaeder speak with Jerry Hairston Jr., 16-year MLB vet and Dodgers studio host for Sportsnet LA. They spoke about his quarantine time, whether or not Mookie Betts will ever play for the Dodgers, will Clayton Kershaw be dominant again, as well as how his grandfather played in the Negro Leagues, MLB and also coached Michael Jordan.

Holden & Spaeder talk about DeGrom and Pedro, Spaeder starting feuds between former baseball players, and his feud with ESPN's Keith Law.

Holden and Ryan speak with Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger about what he's been up to with baseball off due to Covid-19.

Holden & Ryan talk about whether or not the Dodgers should be compensated for trading for Mookie Betts if the season is cancelled.-Spaeder's Stats on Betts, dave Steib and Nolan Ryan.-Players open to fans at neutral sites.-Good story about a bullpen catcher getting hit repeatedly in the testes.

Today, Hosts Holden Kushner and Ryan Spaeder speak with former Major Leaguer and current MLB Network analyst, Eric Byrnes. Byrnes talked with us about if he sees baseball being played this season, addresses how the Astros have gotten lucky with a stoppage in play and tells you which mega-celebrity would visit his bar when he was a bouncer.

Holden and Ryan are back to discuss the Astros cheating allegations, their punishments, and how it affects them moving forward. They also dive into comaring players across generations, and the MLB's use of juiced baseballs.Drop a 5-Star review with your favorite memory of a Walk off for a chance at MLB  The Show 20