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A podcast dedicated to baseball and the hobby the follows. Host Chris Castanon and co-host Chris Rivera discuss everything baseball as baseball fans. We then discuss the collecting hobby as collectors ourselves. From brawls to homeruns and from packs to m

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    • Apr 28, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 57m AVG DURATION
    • 64 EPISODES


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    Episode 64 - New Release Schedule, Tatis Ain't Bothered, Bowman Is Out, Standings Check, New Netflix Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 37:48


    I will be releasing episodes every Tuesday now! Anyway. Fernando Tatis Jr. is dancing and having a great time. Cubs fans heckle him which I'm all for and Tatis is dancing, which I'm also all for. He's back and fans will have to deal with it. 2023 Bowman baseball is out and I talk about what to expect in a box. I do the first standings check for 2023 and some teams in first place have a lot of fans like, WTF? Lastly, the new Goldin Auctions Netflix show is here. Go watch it and show some love to Alex Giaimo.

    Episode 63 - Rays Are The Spurs, Slide Correctly, Throw It Away, Collecting Is Quiet, I'm In El Paso

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 42:23


    I'm in El Paso again! Joining the team like I did last year to hang out and spend time with the family too. I first talk about the Tampa bay Rays and who I compare them to. Not to a baseball team. But to a basketball team. I also talk about how a new narrative could happen if they don't make the playoffs. Next I give my take on the O'Neill Cruz "slide" at home. Somebody teach that man! Taylor Rogers throws his glove away after a bad outing against the Dodgers. Some people see it differently but I've seen it first had. Lastly I talk about how collecting has been a little quiet. It's early in the season to know how to spend money on.

    Episode 62 - What A First Week!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 36:51


    The first week of MLB has come and gone and what a week it was! I sorta breakdown what's been going on during the week but I pick and choose. I start with saying that the month of April plays such a role for us as fans. It plays tricks on us and not good ones. We are gifted with a ton of great highlights and even a fan altercation I get into. I give a ton of credit to a Cy Young winner on his complete game shutout. Next I give my thoughts on the whole clock violations and the fans who DON'T like the pitch clock. Lastly I talk about the home opener for the Albuquerque Isotopes. GO TOPES!

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    Episode 61 - Opening Day! (Season Predictions)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 49:17


    It's Opening Day! LFG! In this Opening Day episode I'll be going over my rookie of the year, Cy Young, MVP and division winner picks. A lot of my reasons are based on my own gut feelings and "just because I felt like it". I also give a few hot takes for certain players and teams for this season. I'm beyond excited for this season. Thank you all who listen. Returning listeners and new listeners! Let's have a badass season.

    Episode 60 - Japan Are Champions! (2023 WBC Championship Game Re-cap)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 41:56


    Team Japan are 2023 World Baseball Classic champions! In this instant reaction episode I talk about the semi-finals games I watched. I discuss some moments that'll never be forgotten to players who will household names from now on in other countries. I then talk about the USA Japan game. Us baseball fans are so spoiled it's not even funny!

    Episode 59 - Back From Arizona, WBC Game Re-cap, Mexico Fans Show Up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 30:51


    I'm back from Arizona! Sucks! In this episode I recap the remaining days of my trip and the WBC game I went to with my dad. I talk about how Mexico fans show up to anything to represent their country. I discuss the feeling of having a sold out ballpark cheer for one thing, baseball. Lastly I discuss Edwin Diaz getting hurt and how fans are already turning on the WBC. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 58 - I'm In Arizona!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 25:38


    I'm in Arizona! The drive felt very short. I made it on a full tank of gas too! Anyway. In this short and sweet episode I talk about my experience in Phoenix so far. The different things I've seen. The Colorado Rockies facility is awesome! I talk about the feeling of having Todd Helton and Kris Bryant sit in the same room as me and eat breakfast. I talk about the different stores I have visited so far. My trip isn't done so next weeks episode will have all the details. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 57 - Pitch Clock Drama, Fans Are Divided, Machado Got Paid, Going To Phoenix

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 38:23


    I'm relaxed. Late night episode recordings is where it's at! Anyway. In this episode I talk about the pitch clock drama thats been the talk of the sports world. I don't like it at all. I give my own opinion on different views on it. I also believe this has divided fans. Which is sad. Next I got a quick reaction to Manny Machado getting $350 million over 11 years. I talk about how the Padres have a plan, BUT, there's a certain team in that plan. Lastly I talk about how I'm leaving for Phoenix this Saturday to go work with the Rockies for a week!

    Episode 56 - Rules Discussion, Evan Drellichs' Books, Everyone Is Cheating, Where's Ohtani Going?, Best Years Of Baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 79:59


    My former co-host joins me again. Chris Rivera hops on and we talk about all kinds of things baseball. I bring him up to speed on the new rules coming in to next season and gives his takes on them all. Next I talk about Evan Drellichs' book after listening to it. Cheating is what seems to be the thing EVERY team has done with everyone ratting on everyone. I ask Chris what his thoughts are with Ohtani and where he could end up. Lastly I give my take on the current state on MLB. It's the greatest it's ever been.

    Episode 55 - Ft. John Traub (Albuquerque Isotopes GM)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 40:07


    Albuquerque Isotopes GM John Traub joins me on this episode. We talk about his time becoming a GM and his time in Albuquerque. He gives a little insight on how the Dodgers we're looking to buy a AAA team and the Isotopes weren't for sale. He recalls some of his favorite moments at the ballpark. I ask him how Bryan Cranston actually got to be in Albuquerque in 2022. He talks about what goes into being a GM and how much it takes to get games ready. I ask about the hill at center field going away and we both clear the air about rain delays. Thank you to John Traub for coming on the show. GO ISOTOPES!

    Episode 54 - WBC Here I Come!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 38:18


    I'm going to the World Baseball Classic! I will be going to the USA vs Mexico game on March the 11th. I'm excited and can't wait for things to happen for this year! I have many thing planned that I talk about in this episode. I look into some of the players I'll be seeing during that game. Next I discuss my thoughts on sports fans wanting their phone out for pretty important moments and not living in the moment themselves. be sure to check out the YouTube channel as I'll be uploading me ripping boxes of baseball cards soon.

    Episode 53 - Jazz On The Cover, Jeter In The Game, Are Sports Rigged?, Aliens Are Real, Ghosts Aren't Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 47:04


    Jazz Chisholm is the cover athlete for MLB The Show 23! Good for him. I give my reaction to that news and how I think regular fans of the game are thinking. Derek Jeter is going to be in the game...yay. I discuss what I think MLB The Show should do when it comes to marketing their game using players. Next I talk about a clip from an NFL podcast talking about the league is scripted .I give my take on the whole thing and why I feel it's very hard to rig or script things in sports. Lastly I start getting into things I believe and don't believe in. Like aliens, bigfoot, and ghosts.

    Episode 52 - Ft. Geoff Blum (Houston Astros Broadcaster & Former MLB Player)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 68:35


    I messed up another last name! Shit! This episode I'm joined by Geoff Blum, former MLB player and broadcast announcer for the Houston Astros. I chat with him and I pick his brain on how his experience has been broadcasting for a team like the Astros. He talks about what goes into to his prep before a game, his favorite moments and how he finds that balance point being a broadcaster and a fan of the game. I ask him about when he got caught with a hot mic last season and how it didn't cancel him. Pretty much the opposite. Him and I give our take on the new rules coming to MLB this season. We talk about the current players in Houston and their impact. Lastly I ask him if the Houston Astros have competition in the next 5 years...

    Episode 51 - Ft. Alex Giaimo (Goldin Auctions Rep.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 76:23


    First guest of 2023 is Alex Giaimo! Yes I had to ask how to pronounce her name before we started recording. She's a Goldin Auctions Representative and all around collector. She talks about how she got into collecting in the first place from Pokémon to game used memorabilia from all sports. She tells a story how she started collecting baseball cards and how it's helped for her job with Goldin Auctions. We go on and on about random hobby topics. We even give our take on a video of CBlez doing a prank? Alex does good impressions. Huge thanks to her for hoping on the podcast.

    Episode 50 - Finally Correa, No Story Time, Jury Duty Thoughts, Sneaky Good, Bauer Is Free

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 37:22


    Number 50! Carlos Correa finally pick a team! Or the other way around, who knows. I talk about how that whole situation was getting boring day after day. All to end up on the... Twins. I discuss how im feeling about Trevor Story surgery and how the Redsox were trying to get fans minds off of it all. Next I give some thoughts on how I'm ENJOYING jury duty. Really. I am. Next I give my take on a term sports fans like to use all too often. It's a sneaky good take. Lastly I give my prediction on to where I think Trevor Bauer will end up. Both on a contender and a not so contender. Watch the first and new video on the YouTube channel!

    Episode 49 - I Have Jury Duty, High Jury Draft Pick, Devers Got Paid, MLB The Show Cover Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 38:23


    First episode of the new year! I'm starting the new year with jury duty! I start the episode with me talking about my experience so far with it. I ended up getting picked... dammit. Next I give my feeling toward the Devers extension. I give a quick thought on what I think could happen with him in the later years of the contract. Lastly I give my thoughts on the rumors of the cover player for MLB The Show 23'. I give two different players who I think should be on the cover. Thank you all for listening and happy new year!

    Episode 48 - Final 2022 Episode! Thank You!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 36:59


    Its the last episode of 2022! HAPPY NEW YEAR! For this final episode of 2022 I go over a little bit of baseball news but not a lot. Mostly is a thank you to everyone episode! THANK YOU ALL! See you in 2023!

    Episode 47 - Marvel & DC Baseball Lineups (Ft. Bowski & Soto)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 80:40


    Bowski from Sunday League The Podcast and Soto from Top Of The Lineup are in the house! This episode is a different one. Us three make teams and starting lineups from Marvel and DC characters. We each put together a starting 9, a SP, closer, manager, owner and mascot for each team. As we give our positions a character we discuss, agree or disagree with our placements. We are all nerds when it comes to the stuff so it was fun having them on. Huge thank you to them for joining and be sure to follow Sunday League The Podcast and Top Of The Lineup.

    Episode 46 - Ft. Kevin Chan (Watch Momentum Videographer/Baseball Content Creator)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 37:54


    Lift Small Bunt The Ball! Kevin Chan from Watch Momentum on Youtube joins me on the pod. Videographer and baseball content creator along side Eric Sim, Trevor Bauer, Cole & Tosh. He's a collector and we talk about  his baseball card and glove collection. First I ask him how he got his start with Momentum. He talks about how it started from a know MLB player wanting a videographer and meeting Eric Sim during that time. I ask him how he got into collecting. I ask him how the videos start from ideas to editing to actually coming out. Huge thanks to Kevin for coming on and there's a small cameo from a certain king...

    Episode 45 - Winter Meeting Signings Ft. Forrest Stulting (Media Relations Manager Albuquerque Isotopes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 107:36


    Returning guest Forrest Stulting joins me on this episode to talk winter meeting signing. We both go over some of the stand out free agent signings the happened the last couple of days. From Jacob DeGrom to Aaron Judge and of course Xander Bogearts. We give our takes and talk how some of these players will impact their new teams. Aaron Judge stays in the Bronx and Forrest is very happy about that outcome. Xander is a San Diego Padre and I'm PISSED! We both have our own time to discuss our teams moves. Very interesting episode and it's one you'll want to really listen to.

    Episode 44 - Sign Everybody!, 300 Million, That's It?, Bowman Chrome Is Here, Thank You Steph Curry, Miggy's Last Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2022 44:49


    How was your Thanksgiving? In todays episode I go over some of the signings that have happened SO FAR. Is Abreu to the Astros really a good fit? I discuss what the White Sox have to really do to get their team to be relevant again. I get in deep talk mode when I'm discussing the contract that the Yankees supposedly offered to Aaron Judge. I break down in my own way what I would do if I was the Yankees GM. Have to protect the money! Bowman Chrome is finally here and its so beautiful. Some prospects are worth more than others. I give a HUGE thank you to a particular basketball player! Lastly, with Miguel Cabrera announcing 2023 is his last season, who's the next guy we're sad for?

    Episode 43 - Award Winners, Lets Talk Aaron Judge, Angels Making Moves, Auction Everything, I Guess

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 53:44


    Spencer Strider got robbed! Anyways, I start with congratulating all the award winners from the MLB season. Next I talk some Aaron Judge things. His 62nd homerun ball is going up for auction and I give a prediction on what I think the final selling price would be. I get into why I think price for memorabilia has gone up, and it's not all about inflation. I give my thoughts on why I think Judge winked at the camera. IYKYK. I dicuss the Angels recent trades and signing of a pitcher. Why did they do all this? I'll tell you why! Lastly I go over a certain post that Goldin Auctions had where their caption and thinking is just plain dumb. Happy Thanksgiving!

    Episode 42 - ft. Colin Jones (Boston Redsox clubhouse assistant)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 64:44


    It's episode 42 not 41 Chris! Anyway! This episode I'm joined by Colin Jones, the clubhouse assistant and team bat-boy for the Boston Redsox. The Redsox put out a Youtube video of a day in the life of a clubhouse assistant. Colin Jones was the guy mic'd up and who was followed around for the video. He joins me on this episode talking about his work experience before and now of working with the Boston Redsox. He talks about how he first started at Fenway and how he got to be in the position he's in now. He gives a little insight on some players, how the clubhouse is run and how awesome it was to see Aaron Judge get thrown out at home during the 2021 AL wildcard game. Colin is a Redsox fan, duh! Huge thanks to him for taking the time to hop on.

    Episode 41 - Astros Are Champs, Opting Out Is The New In, Award Finalist List, Bonds Has A Shot, Boras Got Jokes, Off-Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 50:15


    The Houston Astros win their first world series!... Second I guess. In this episode I congratulate the Astros on their win and the players who made that happen. I also ask the question if this team needs to change anything for next season? I'll give my answer. Next I go over a few players who have opted out of their contracts and where I think they'll end up next year. Xander come back! The award finalist are out and I give a quick pick on who I think takes home to award for rookie of the year, manager of the year, Cy Young winner and the MVP. Barry Bonds is on the ballet again. I hope he gets in! Nest I talk about how Scott Boras has had a great time that his clients are free agents right now. Lastly I go over what the off-season would look like for this podcast.

    Episode 40 - Its His House, Pitch Tipping, Gold Glovers, Phillies No Hit, Series Tied Again, WS Has It All

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 42:33


    Series is tied, again... In this episode I recap my thoughts on game one and two. I discuss the Phillies hitting 5 homeruns in a single game. Then to getting no-hit the next game. I go over how much pitching has played a factor so far and how tipping your pitches doesn't work! Was Lance McCullers tipping his pitches? Who knows. I go over some gold glove winners and talk about a potential contract coming for one rookie. The Phillies got no-hit game four... that is all. Lastly I talk about how this world series has had IT ALL when it comes to what a baseball game could have.

    Episode 39 - WS Watch Party, Real Deal Realmuto, Go 5 Score 5, The Bank vs Astros, Card Collecting Movie

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 64:29


    I watched game 1 of the world series at Isotopes Park! I go over the time I had watching game one with my co-workers. I discuss the black Friday experience during it all and how no one touches my shit. I the go over the outcomes of the first two games and how I feel each team did and which players stuck out to me. Game one was awesome! I then look ahead into games three and four and what I feel like the Phillies have to do to win two out of three in Philly. I then finish the episode with FINALLY talking about how Adam Sandler is involved in a movie about the high end sports card collecting world. What would the movie be about? Who would Adam Sandlers character be? I even call a friend for his own thoughts about what the movie could be about.

    Episode 38 - Worlds Series Is Set, Bryce Harper, Yankees Swept, WS Prediction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 54:07


    The World Series is officially set! The Houston Astros will take on the Philadelphia Phillies. I discuss in this episode the match up between them and why is the question, do the Phillies have a chance? Why is that a question? I go over how great the Phillies are playing and plan on playing against the Astros. Next I talk about the series between the Yankees and the Astros. Yankees got swept. I go over why the fans just can't decide what they want in life. I give my world series prediction and why I chose that team.

    Episode 37 - Games Recap, Astros vs Yankees, Should Fans Matter?, Right Series For You, No In-Game Interviews, Mike Trout Collects?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 48:42


    The championship series are going on! Its exciting! In this episode I wing it and talk about different things. For example should fans matter for a playoff game to the opposing team? What do the Yankees have to do in order to finally defeat the Astros? I also give an example as to why each different series is meant for a different type fan. Phillies and Padres is all tied up and it's the most fun series. I discuss the in-game interviews and how they shouldn't be happening. lastly I mention how Mike Trout collects himself and how baseball sits on top of the PSA leaderboards for card grading submissions.

    Episode 36 - Yordan Alvarez, Going As Planned?, Hoskins Bat Slam, Mic'd Up Umpires, Let's F***ing Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 46:59


    Division baseball is here! In this episode I talk about the division series going on and how Yordan Alvarez just might have ended the Mariners chance at the ALCS. Why did they pitch to him?! I ask and wonder if everything is really going as planned? Whos plan? I don't know, but it seems like these playoffs aren't going as planned. I talk about how the Phillies came to play and how Rhys Hoskins is showing it by slamming his bat down after a absolute nuke was hit off Spencer Strider. In this episode I discuss more about the mic'd up umpires. They should ad  more to it and I give a few examples. Lastly I give a quick thought on the Correa opt out and go over the future games for all the teams.

    Episode 35 - Wild, Wildcard Games, Division Series Look Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 40:58


    All wildcard games are over due to a sweep but one! I record this episode while watching game 3 of the Mets and Padres game. I discuss some wild, wildcard games that happened this past Friday and Saturday. Some teams had meltdowns and a few were upsets! Cardinals, what happened?! Bluejays, you all got too comfortable. I also talk about how the Padres players are calling time a whole lot. Lastly I give a quick run down on the division series that are starting on Tuesday and potential pitching match-ups.

    Episode 34 - Playoffs Are Set!, Wildcard Prediction, Playoff Prediction, Judge Hits 62!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 57:50


    Playoff baseball is here! In this episode I look at the playoff bracket and where teams line up. I go over whos playing who, the wildcard matchups and I give a full prediction on who I think will be the World Series matchup. Lastly I congratulate Aaron Judge on hitting 62 homeruns! Also who caught the ball?

    Episode 33 - American League Is Set, What A Season, Ohtani Is Staying?, NL Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 46:54


    The American League teams ae set! This episode I talk about some American league teams still have some work to do. The Mariners made the playoffs! I discuss the possible outcomes of who would play who in the post-season. In this episode I go over what an incredible this was for baseball and for us fans. Seeing so much history be made in just one season my never happen again. Shohei Ohtani gets paid! One year $30 millon for the 2023 season. Would he finish the season in an Angels uniform? I go over some thoughts I have on what could happen to Ohtani mid 2023 season and after. Lastly I discuss the National league drama and how some teams need to sweep their last series of the season.

    Episode 32 - Topps Trouble, Yankees Talk, 700!, Mets Hit Most, Luis Locked Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 51:22


    In this episode, first, I talk about how Topps is in trouble AGAIN. I discuss the short prints NOT being including in the product and how that effects the product as a whole. What does this mean for people who had already bought boxes? Should people even care? Next I actually talk about the Yankees more because my team is much to talk about. I talk Aaron Judge and how he hasn't hit 62, much less 61 YET! His Bowman Chrome auto his jumped up in price by a whole lot! Next I talk about Gerrit Cole and how he's the biggest cry baby in sports. Enough said. Albert Pujols hits 700! The guy who caught it isn't giving it back...yet. Lastly I talk about how the Mets are the most hit team in the MLB and Luis Castillo gets locked up by the Mariners.

    Episode 31 - Chrome Is Out, First To 100, Judge To 62?, Spencer Strider

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 47:43


    Todays episode is 31! I'm talking about the NEW 2022 Topps Chrome release and what can be expected out of it and who to look for. I go over some rookies to  look out for and their autographs that could be pulled. I also discuss the short print and super short print variations that are in the product. I give the Dodgers their credit being the first team to reach and pass 100 wins. I talk about if that really matters anymore and who else I think will reach 100. I talk about Aaron Judge and if I REALLY think he'll make it to 61 much less 62... do I? I also talk about Albert Pujols and if he should wait until next home games to hit the 700th homerun. Lastly I give big props to rookie pitcher Spencer Strider of the Atlanta Braves, 2022 NL rookie of the year?

    Episode 30 - Pujols Hits 697, New MLB Rules, Pitch Clock Works?, Bermuda Triangle, Pitchers Are Better, You Collect Who?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 60:28


    Albert Pujols hits 697! Theres a story with what happened to that baseball and it makes Pujols that much more cooler! I discuss the new 2023 MLB rules being brought in and how much they might impact the game. I also give my true take on why these rules are being used now. I dive into each three rules and give my own reasoning on why they will be used. Lastly I share an audio clip of a kid being asked who he collects, and the answer will have you like...really?

    Episode 29 - Kike Stays, Standings Check, Mets vs Braves, WS Prediction, Playoff J-Rod, Who Is MVP?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 43:02


    Not much to talk about in this episode BUT one discussion I have is WHO IS THE MVP? really... I first give my reaction to the Kike Hernandez extension with the Boston Redsox. Chaim Bloom telling his next year will have a "much better" team. I go over the standings and talk about hoe the Braves have closed in on the Mets for the division lead. I give my World Series prediction and why I think Julia Rodriguez NEEDS to see the postseason. I finish off the episode breaking down "value" in a player and who I think should win the AL MVP award.

    Episode 28 - $12.6 Million Card!, Hobby Talk with 2 Guests

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 70:33


    Two episodes a week because I'm about that life! I'm joined by Jordan, owner of Gametime Sports Cards & Collectables in Albuquerque, NM and Ryan Maxwell, head of baseball operations for the Albuquerque Isotopes. We discuss the $12.6 million 1952 Mickey Mantle RC and EVERYTHING hobby related. More than 50 years experience of collecting and sports knowledge. This is a good one.

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    Episode 27 - Bowski Joins, Sunday League, Back In The Hobby, Zack Hample Tweets, Free Agent Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 111:03


    In this episode I'm joined AGAIN by none other than Bowski from Sunday League the podcast! We talk about his podcast and how its going and what the future could look like. I then get his live reaction when I ask how he feels about Tim Anderson as the team USA short-stop. We may plan a trip watch a WBC game in Arizona. We talk about collecting and how Bowski's been enjoying it so far. He's collecting a rainbow! We get into the whole Zack Hample twitter thing. He's unhappy with Coors field security. Marcus Stroman thinks he's a clown. Lastly we finish of with some MLB free agent talk and give our thoughts where some might end up.

    Episode 26 - Tatis Press Conference, Angels Being Sold, Phone Call, Team USA Coaching Staff

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 58:30


    EMERGENCY EPISODE! In this emergency episode I talk abut Fernando Tatis Jr's quote that was said at the first press conference since his PED usage announcement. I give my thoughts on the way said his lines and if he really means it all. I go over his career and if people are jumping the gun in saying his hall of fame career is done. WHAT HALL OF FAME CAREER?! I go on and talk about Arte Moreno and his plans on selling the Angels and I make a phone call to get a fans opinion on in all. I finish the episode with giving my excitement on Ken Griffey Jr. and Andy Pettite joining team USA as part of the coaching staff.

    Episode 25 - Im Ozuna, Alek Manoah Is About That Life, Savannah Bananas, Bernard Needs HR, Standings Check

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 52:54


    In todays episode I discuss the whole Marcell Ozuna DUI thing and how he had to tell the officer hes "Ozuna from the Braves". I also discuss how he gets boo'd in Atlanta from his own fans after striking out his first AB back from being arrested. Alek Manoah has some words for Gerrit Cole after hitting Aaron Judge and he comes out of the dugout and pretends to do something. I play the clip of his quote from his press conference after the game. Wynton Bernard needs a HR! He has a lot of everything but he's missing the HR and I believe he will get it this year. In this episode I talk about the Savannah Bananas and how their a super fun team to watch. I go over some of the crazy things they do during, before and after baseball games. Lastly I go over some standings and how some teams are sitting pretty while others are fighting to stay in the conversation.

    Episode 24 - Isotopes Media Relations Manager (Forest Stulting) Joins The Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 71:36


    In todays episode I'm joined by Forest Stulting, media relations manager for the Albuquerque Isotopes baseball team. I find out what brought him to Albuquerque and how he's in the position he's in today. He talks about his background where he's from as well as why he chose a career path of baseball. Him and I talk all the recent baseball news, including the Tatis PED 80 game suspension. We both give our takes on the impact that may or may not have on baseball and the San Diego Padres. We discuss prospects that Forest has his eyes on for the future of MLB. We go over some quick run downs on the postseason schedule, field of dreams game, and managers being fired. Lastly we finish off with how we were both feeling and what we saw first hand for the Wynton Bernard call up to the major leagues.

    Episode 23 - $7.25Million, Duran Rant, Standings Check, Which Teams?, El Paso Team Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 47:36


    In todays episode I ask, what would you do with $7.25 Million? A 1909 T206 Honus Wagner sold for the much. I give my own opinion on whether I'd pay that much for a baseball card. I discuss the whole Jaren Duran situation about when he started chirping back at a fan who was chirping at him for not making certain catches at center field. I look over the standings and talk about certain teams... Mets, Braves, Padres, Mariners, and Orioles? Which teams have fighting chances at their division and which team have already won their division. I finish the episode off with me talking about my trip to El Paso with the team. Shagging BP, watching Jay Groome pitch, rain delay which lead to a "footbal game".

    Episode 22 - Trade Deadline Talk w/ Casey Stern

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 39:07


    MLB analyst and host of UNFILTERED on Bleav, Casey Stern joins the pod on this episode as we go over some of the trades that happened, and also some that didn't happen. We both give our take and the Juan Soto trade. Is this World Series or bust for the Padres? We both give our opinion on how our own teams handled the trade deadline. Huge thanks to Casey Stern for joining the show. Zoom had a time limit, it ran out and hopefully it got his WS predictions.

    Episode 21 - Benny Is A Yankee, Soto To Where?, Trouts Back, Rodon Hates Bats, New Beckett, Guest Next Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 51:31


    In this "emergency" episode I have to go over the Andrew Benintendi trade to the New York Yankees. I go talk about how I really feel about it all, will he get vaccinated? I talk a little about the prospects headed to Kansas City. Where is Juan Soto going? I give my main reasoning why I believe he's going to the New York...Mets. I discuss his arbitration situation and how him and Scott Boras are looking WAY ahead to the future. I talk fairly quickly about Mike Trout and his rare back condition. What does that do for his career? Carlos Rodon hates baseball bats... I give my impression on a potential new design for Beckett Grading Service. I finish the episode off with an announcement of a special guest on the next episode talking about the trade deadline aftermath. Follow On IG: @WeWatchWeCollect

    Episode 20 - Isotopes Kids Clinic, Jeter Documentary, Soto Tweet, Redsox Swept, TB12, Congrats David Ortiz!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 67:55


    In todays episode I talk about why my legs are sore and how I'm a bullpen catcher now... JK. I go over the Albuquerque Isotopes youth clinic I did and how fun it was. One kid reminded me of Randy Johnson. I talk about the different stations the clinic had and what drills we had them do. I go over the Derek Jeter documentary that has debuted. I give me honest opinion on the first two episodes so far. I talk about how there isn't a player like him today that will get the same retirement treatment he did. I talk about how a certain reply to a tweet Derek Jeter made can make some people think about a players thoughts. I go over very quickly how the Redsox got swept and wondering which side Tom Brady is on. Lastly I finish off with congratulating David Ortiz on his Hall of Fame induction.

    Episode 19 - All Star Weekend Recap Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 64:35


    In this episode I recap the all star weekend! I go over the MLB draft and how Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter are going to be teammates again. Ivan Melendez and his future with the Diamondbacks and how I look forward to him for future baseball card products. I recap the Home Run Derby! Juan Soto winning and how that could get him a $500 million dollar deal? Julio Rodriguez really stealing the show and being the peoples champ! I discuss if J-Rod could potentially get signed VERY soon. I talk All Star Game and how mic'd up players NEEDS to be a permanent thing. David Ortiz being the best sideline reporter. I finish the episode with a few comments with for the remainder of the season and a quick standings check. IG : @WeWatchWeCollect Twitter: @WeWatchCollect

    Episode 18 - All Star Game and HRD Preview, J Rod Show, Nelly, Baseball, Baseball Movie?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 35:23


    In this episode I look ahead to the 2022 All Star Game and go over the AL and NL rosters. Are there some snubs? YES! I also give my potential winner and MVP of at all. I go over the participants of the Home Run Derby and make a prediction of the winner. I give huge props to Julio Rodriguez and the rookie of the year run he's having right now. Nelly was at a baseball game?! Lastly I finish off with does baseball need a new movie? I say Yes!

    Episode 17 - Wrong Autographs, 1952 Is Back, Tatis vs Judge, Hobby Talk, Stadium Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 51:02


    In todays episode I talk about a WILD turn of events when a certain card gets pulled...and it's the wrong autographs of the players! 2022 Topps Definitive is a $2,400 box of baseball cards and what happens when the players autographs don't match with what other products have? I talk about the statement released by Topps and what could happen next. I go over the new Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary featuring the 1952 design. There's a super short print of the old Mickey Mantle 1952 rookie card. I go over the fluctuation of the hobby prices of Fernando Tatis Jr and Aaron Judge being that Tatis hasn't played a single game this season and Judge is closing in on an MVP year. I go over a few more hobby talk and finish with my favorite product, Stadium Club.

    Episode 16 - Bleav Network, Mets vs Braves, Soto Extension, Robs Legends, Jeter At Fenway

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 56:34


    In todays special episode I announce my involvement with @BleavNetwork. Im super excited to have them involved with me on this podcast. I talk about how the Mariners and Angels benches clearing brawl lead to a pizza delivery guy getting the tip of a lifetime. Is Juan Soto getting $400+ million deal a good idea for the Nationals? The Atlanta Braves are right behind the Mets in the NL East standings. Will they pass them in the coming months? After Max Scherzer spending $7000 for minor league players, he's back. Rob Manfred is able to add "legends" to the ASG, what the hell does that mean? I go over a quick standings check and finish off with why is Derek Jeters face next to Fenway Park?

    Episode 15 - Guardians Good?, Jose Siri HR, Run Differential, ASG Voting, Good & Bad Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 48:40


    This episode host Chris C. talks abut how the Guardians are doing good and if the Jose Ramirez contract was a smart move. Do they make big moves at the trade deadline to stay in first place? We go over why Dusty Baker got upset over Jose Siri's HR against the Mets. Dusty's comments on the whole thing and how we're not in the 70s anymore. Is the All Star Game voting system broken? Should all players be on the ballot? Looking ahead leading to the trade deadline and where certain teams are sitting in their division. David Ortiz and Gronk can sing?Intro made by Andrew Cortez IG: @tierra_cortezzzFollow us on IG: @WeWatchWeCollectFollow us on Twitter: @WeWatchCollect

    Episode 14 - Card Collecting Lingo, Basic Words/Terms About The Hobby

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 54:26


    In this different episode, host Chris C goes over some terms/words in card collecting that every collector should know. From simple words to what is the difference in player worn and game used. He goes over some words in alphabetical order and touches on a few terms and words. Hopefully this video is helpful to new collectors and/or veterans. Intro made by Andrew Cortez IG: @tierra_cortezzzFollow us on IG: @WeWatchWeCollectFollow us on Twitter: @WeWatchCollect 

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