Podcasts about american league mvp

Femi Abebefe & PJ Glasser react to the Colorado Rockies firing Bud Black as their manager. Plus, the guys discuss if anyone can catch Aaron Judge in American League MVP. 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

This week's biopic is on the greatest player in Brewers history, Robin Yount. Robin played on the competitive edge, and left everything on the field during his 20 year playing career. In fact, Yount left it all over the field, winning the American League MVP, at two different positions, 6 years apart. Drafted by the Brewers with the third overall pick in the 1973 Amateur MLB Draft, Yount makes his big-league debut at the age of 18, on Opening Day of 1974, as the Brewers starting Shortstop, and establishing himself as the new breed of power-hitting Shortstops that is so prevalent in the game today, before having a career threatening arm surgery and becoming a fleet-footed, sure-handed Center Fielder. #RobinYount #MilwaukeeBrewers #LarryYount #TaftCharterHighSchool #GeorgeBamberger #HarveyKuenn #PaulMolitor #CecilCooper #GormanThomas #BenOgilive #BJSurhoff #AmericanLeagueMVP #CountyStadium #GordonGoldsberry #DavidClyde #DavidStearns

This week's biopic is on the greatest player in Brewers history, Robin Yount. Robin played on the competitive edge, and left everything on the field during his 20 year playing career. In fact, Yount left it all over the field, winning the American League MVP, at two different positions, 6 years apart. Drafted by the Brewers with the third overall pick in the 1973 Amateur MLB Draft, Yount makes his big-league debut at the age of 18, on Opening Day of 1974, as the Brewers starting Shortstop, and establishing himself as the new breed of power-hitting Shortstops that is so prevalent in the game today, before having a career threatening arm surgery and becoming a fleet-footed, sure-handed Center Fielder. #RobinYount #MilwaukeeBrewers #LarryYount #TaftCharterHighSchool #GeorgeBamberger #HarveyKuenn #PaulMolitor #CecilCooper #GormanThomas #BenOgilive #BJSurhoff #AmericanLeagueMVP #CountyStadium #GordonGoldsberry #DavidClyde #DavidStearns

Last season Jackson Holliday was the favorite to win American League MVP. Will that come to fruition a year later? Rich Dubroff joined Bob and Vinny to talk about the second baseman's development.

One of the top players in MLB, Royals SS Bobby Witt Jr is this week's guest, and you don't want to miss it. In 2024, Bobby was the runner-up in the American League MVP voting, posting incredible offensive numbers and winning a Gold Glove at shortstop for the Kansas City Royals in only his third big-league season. Not long ago, Witt was playing travel and high school ball in Colleyville, Tx. The son of a MLB pitcher, Witt bucked current trends and never had a private hitting lesson until after high school, and instead of focusing on launch angles and hitting bombs (which he did plenty of), he focused on hitting the ball hard to all fields and eliminating strikeouts. Bobby shares some of his approach to hitting, his commitment to getting better which led to a Gold Glove in 2024, what his mom and dad taught him about character and humility, and much more.

Dan touches on Aaron Judge winning the American League MVP unanimously, talks about Daniel Jones comments this afternoon, and revisits how the Giants have screwed Jones up every step of the way, and how embarrassing it was today to see Jones go through his press conference.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PODCAST: On this Baseball Hall of Fame edition of Sports Business Radio, we look back on past conversations with 1st ballot Baseball Hall of Famers Cal Ripken Jr., Greg Maddux and John Smoltz. Tremendous insight provided by three of the best baseball players ever. Each has gone on to have success in business post-career. Cal Ripken Jr. is the owner of the longest consecutive games played streak in baseball history (2,632 games), 2-time American League MVP, 19-time MLB All-Star and is a current Co-Owner of the Baltimore Orioles. Greg Maddux is a 4-time Cy Young award winner, 355 game winner, 18-time Gold Glove award winner and one of the greatest pitchers of all-time. John Smoltz is a Cy Young Award winner and 8-time MLB All-Star during his 21-year MLB career. He led the Atlanta Braves to 14 consecutive division titles and 5 World Series appearances, winning the championship in 1995. He is the only pitcher in MLB history with 200 wins and 150 career saves. Smoltz is now the Lead Analyst for Fox Sports' baseball coverage. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment - the Exclusive Financial Partner of Sports Business Radio. Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024, is a division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management dedicated to serving the unique and sophisticated needs of elite and professional athletes, entertainers, executives, creators, and other top talent and professionals in the sports and entertainment industry. Visit morganstanley.com/gse to learn more. #MLB #HallofFame #Baseball #CalRipkenJr #GregMaddux #JohnSmoltz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to TableSetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with Gerrit Cole going into business for himself and deciding to walk Rafael Devers on his own, which ultimately backfired this weekend for the Yanks' ace. We also discuss Francisco Lindor's back injury and how the Mets will respond to the news of his limited absence.  Buckle up as we discuss the significant loss for the season with Tyler Glasnow's elbow injury, which will keep him out for the rest of the season. We'll also delve into the Dodgers' pitching woes and how it may affect their October goals. Dave Roberts did not rule out Ohtani potentially pitching during the postseason. What will that mean for Los Angeles? But that's just the tip of the iceberg, folks. We discuss the Orioles' performance, which has been on a downward spiral since the 4th of July. Their numbers are troubling and could be a key factor in their future. Can they turn it back on or did their inactivity during the Trade Deadline sink their hopes? We also dive into Shohei Ohtani's chase for 50-50 and Bobby Witt Jr's case for the American League MVP. He became only the second shortstop in MLB history to record multiple 30-30 seasons. We are witnessing special moments all throughout the league. We get into so much more, so dive in and give us your feedback! And hey, remember to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @tablesetterspod for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive fan polls. We want to hear from you! So grab your popcorn and settle in as we ignite the conversation only on TableSetters, where every inning brings a new story, and every pitch sets the stage for baseball's greatest moments. Let's play ball!  

- Harry Wismer- Jackie JensenIn this 1958 radio interview, listeners get a rare glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of Jackie Jensen, one of baseball's most prominent figures during the 1950s. Jensen, a right fielder for the Boston Red Sox, was coming off an impressive season in 1957 where he led the American League in RBIs with 116. Known for his powerful bat and strong defensive skills, Jensen was a dual-sport star, having also excelled in football at the University of California. By 1958, he was firmly established as one of the league's premier players, and this interview captures him at the height of his career, just a year before he would win the American League MVP award.During this period, baseball was evolving both on and off the field, with radio still being a primary medium for fans to connect with their favorite players. Jensen's insights offer a window into the mindset of an elite athlete of the era, providing context to the challenges and expectations faced by a player who was expected to lead his team offensively. His reflections in this clip are particularly valuable for understanding the pressures and demands of professional sports in the late 1950s, a time when media coverage was becoming increasingly critical in shaping public perception of athletes.#JackieJensen #1950sBaseball #BostonRedSox #RadioInterview #BaseballHistory

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Chicago White Sox and the American League MVP race. Sarah Langs talks about the MVP race and reacts to Nice Tweets. Then, Todd Radom goes into the MLB jersey situation and reveals this weeks Ballpark and Beyond. Later Trevor May and Buster Discuss the Intricacies of Major League pitching. CALL THE SHOW: 404-406-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:04 Tim Kurkjian 21:04 Sarah Langs 29:40 Todd Radom 40:00 Trevor May Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Chicago White Sox and the American League MVP race. Sarah Langs talks about the MVP race and reacts to Nice Tweets. Then, Todd Radom goes into the MLB jersey situation and reveals this weeks Ballpark and Beyond. Later Trevor May and Buster Discuss the Intricacies of Major League pitching. CALL THE SHOW: 404-406-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM TWEET THE SHOW: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:04 Tim Kurkjian 21:04 Sarah Langs 29:40 Todd Radom 40:00 Trevor May Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the 2024 season started, the baseball world was delighted to see a healthy Mike Trout back to his MVP form, including stealing bases like he was a rookie again. Unfortunately, a torn meniscus forced him to the IL at at the end of April, and it was just announced that he suffered another tear while rehabbing the injury, which will cause Trout to miss the rest of this season.Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the extremely disappointing news surrounding the three-time American League MVP, and they discuss how the ownership group from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim let Trout down by not assembling a true postseason contender and why baseball fans have been robbed of his potential greatness in October.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about how the Baltimore Orioles are shuffling their roster post trade deadline, including recalling top prospects Jackson Holliday and Coby Mayo in hopes of giving the team a spark during their slump. They also make their guesses at who was named their team's Heart and Hustle Award winner for 2024 before giving their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for this week.(1:41) - Mike Trout is out for the rest of 2024(20:10) - The O's shuffle their roster(28:19) - 2024 Heart and Hustle Award winners(43:57) - The Good(47:14) - The Bad(50:44) - The UgglaFollow the show on X at @CespedesBBQFollow Jake @Jake_MintzFollow Jordan @J_Shusterman_

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to the breaking news that the Houston Astros have released Jose Abreu from their Major League roster. Abreu, a former American League MVP and three-time All-Star, spent nine years with the Chicago White Sox before signing with the Astros during free agency in November 2022. The 37-year-old first baseman was in the second of a three-year, $58.5 million contract, batting .124 with two homers and seven RBI. In May, Abreu agreed to an assignment in the Florida Complex League and ended up playing in two games at Triple-A before rejoining the Astros on May 27. The Astros still owe Abreu $30.8 million of his contract.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to the breaking news that the Houston Astros have released Jose Abreu from their Major League roster. Abreu, a former American League MVP and three-time All-Star, spent nine years with the Chicago White Sox before signing with the Astros during free agency in November 2022. The 37-year-old first baseman was in the second of a three-year, $58.5 million contract, batting .124 with two homers and seven RBI. In May, Abreu agreed to an assignment in the Florida Complex League and ended up playing in two games at Triple-A before rejoining the Astros on May 27. The Astros still owe Abreu $30.8 million of his contract.

Lucy Burdge and Brandon Sprague take a head-on deep dive into the MLB Futures Market and discuss what to do with the Atlanta Braves following this week's devastating news that reigning NL MVP Ronald Acuna Jr. is now done for the season with a torn ACL. Plus, Aaron Judge is hitting at a historic rate in the past month. Is he the bet to win American League MVP, or is his teammate in the Bronx Juan Soto worth a look? 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

On this week's edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses Major League Baseball's plan to integrate Negro League statistics into their own historical record books, why the New York Mets had no choice but to cut Jorge Lopez following his outburst on Wednesday night and why it's looking like Aaron Judge could make a run at yet another American League MVP award. Plus, Cleveland Guardians pitcher Triston McKenzie swings by to discuss the club's season thus far. Later, Cincinnati Enquirer Reds beat writer Gordon Wittenmyer checks in to discuss Hunter Greene, Elly De La Cruz and the Reds' chances of making the postseason.   Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mavs Steal Game 1, Celtics Hold Off Pacers, and AL MVP Odds | East Coast Bias The East Coast Bias boys start the show by recapping the Celtics' OT Game 1 win over the Pacers and talking about how to bet the remainder of the series (0:20). Then, they discuss the Mavs' Game 1 win in the Western Conference finals (17:00). Then, they discuss how important rest is for NFL scheduling (30:05) and discuss the best odds for the American League MVP (39:30). Finally, they close the show by giving out their best plays for the weekend (45:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: John Jastremski, Joe House, and Raheem Palmer Producers: Stefan Anderson, Tucker Tashjian, and Drew Van Steenbergen Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we always to we jump to conculstions because well, it makes for good conversation! This week Christian and I talk baseball and argue if Gunnar Henderson is not only the best player on the Baltimore Orioles, but in the American League!

Chris Mack and Joe Ostrowski are joined by Kenny Ducey of Covers.com and the Action Network to discuss his favorite MLB bets to make right now, but first his top takeaways on the New York Giants after releasing their new uniforms, and then his top plays for tonight's MLB card, who to bet for American League MVP and more! Then, The best of the rest when it comes to the NFL Schedule and things we haven't hit on so far, including the travel schedules and which teams have to travel the most total miles and visit the most time zones. The hour wraps with all of our Lightning Bets for tonight's action. 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

PODCAST: Cal Ripken Jr., first ballot Baseball Hall of Famer, owner of the longest consecutive games played streak in baseball history (2,632 games), 2-time American League MVP, 19-time MLB All-Star and Co-Owner of the Baltimore Orioles joins Sports Business Radio for a wide-ranging conversation. Ripken discusses his Hall of Fame career, his exceptional work creating and developing Ripken Baseball and the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, his new partnership with David Blitzer and Josh Harris (Unrivaled Sports) and his upcoming docuseries with MoonBall Media where he will serve as an Executive Producer. Ripken, who played his entire 21-year career with the Baltimore Orioles, also discusses what its like to be back with the Orioles in a formal capacity as part of David M. Rubenstein's new ownership group and what he hopes to contribute in his role with the team. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment - the Exclusive Financial Partner of Sports Business Radio. Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024, is a division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management dedicated to serving the unique and sophisticated needs of elite and professional athletes, entertainers, executives, creators, and other top talent and professionals in the sports and entertainment industry. The division consists of over 200 Financial Advisors with the Global Sports & Entertainment Director/Associate Director designation, several of whom are former professional and collegiate athletes who once embarked on a similar journey to that of today's talent, leaders, executives and creators. Visit morganstanley.com/gse to learn more. #CalRipkenJr #Orioles #MLB #Baseball #IronMan #Entrepreneur  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Arkells' bassist Nick Dika; Drew Fairservice, former host of Spin Rate; Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, star of "Kim's Convenience" This week in "Deep Left Field," it's all about Ohtani. Host Mike Wilner convenes a "Shohei Fever" Roundtable with Nick Dika, Drew Fairservice and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee to discuss the Blue Jays pursuit of the reigning American League MVP, the likelihood of Ohtani actually choosing to sign with the Jays and what his arrival — or spurning of the Jays — could mean to the team, the city and the country. What you would like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

A familiar face joins Locked On Red Sox as former host Jake Iggy comes on to talk to Gabby about the rumors of Shohei Ohtani potentially landing in Boston. Could the superstar, two-time American League MVP winner really end up in a Red Sox uniform?This episode also includes an analysis on Boston Red Sox new probable pitching coach Andrew Bailey, and Gabby and Jake's predictions for the Red Sox record in 2024.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalGet $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A familiar face joins Locked On Red Sox as former host Jake Iggy comes on to talk to Gabby about the rumors of Shohei Ohtani potentially landing in Boston. Could the superstar, two-time American League MVP winner really end up in a Red Sox uniform? This episode also includes an analysis on Boston Red Sox new probable pitching coach Andrew Bailey, and Gabby and Jake's predictions for the Red Sox record in 2024. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Jase Medical Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on a special MVP podcast Kevin and Manimal are talking American League MVP!

There are more than 400 large supplement companies and more than 1200 total supplement brands in the United States. So, what was it that made us jump at the chance to partner with Amare over all of the others? This will be the first in a series of (not consecutive) posts to help you understand why you will undoubtedly benefit from the products, and possibly benefit from the business opportunity. For today, I want you to understand why I felt certain we needed to put the full weight of our reputations and effort behind Amare.  Filling a Gap in Health and Fitness 57.8 million adults in the U.S. faced mental illness in 2021. That's nearly 1 in 5 adults. Since 2019, mental health diagnoses have increased by 45% in 35-44 year olds. Mental health wasn't great before 2020, but then we were faced with social isolation, the constant threat of an unseen virus, gym closures, a worsening of people's diets, kids being stuck at home, and financial stress. That's like a perfect recipe for wrecking people's mental health. To top it off, evidence now shows that the “vaccines,” which didn't stop the spread, nor prevent infection, actually ruined people's gut microbiome, the body's second brain. Is it any wonder that mental health seems to be at an all-time low? Clearly, mental health is a significant issue, even in people who appear to be fit and healthy.  When you realize there's a problem like this, the next logical step is to start looking for solutions. Helping Your Brain via Your Gut Over the last decade, an overwhelming amount of research has come out, pointing to the gut as the source of mental wellness or illness. Certain bacteria, fibers, and nutrients have been shown to have a significant impact on the health of your microbiome, but it isn't as simple as eating yogurt once a day or taking a cheap probiotic. Even when I wrote my most recent probiotics article in 2019, I wasn't aware of gut health products that included specific, clinically proven strains. Most just included general strains, which are less certain to deliver specific health benefits. In that article, I emphasized the importance of using specific, patented or branded strains with research-supported health benefits. Fast forward to a month ago, and we got introduced to Amare, The Mental Wellness Company. A company with products specifically designed to support mental wellness. In an overcrowded sea of supplement companies focused on fat loss, muscle growth, and performance enhancement, Amare set itself apart from the rest by focusing on something everyone needs: better mental wellness. But saying you're good at something and backing it up with real science are two totally different things. I had to look for holes in the formulas and ingredients before I could buy into the brand. Carefully-Selected Ingredients One of the things that immediately stood out to me about Amare supplements was their extensive use of carefully-chosen and/or branded ingredients. For example, Lactobacillus rhamnosus R0011 is one of the specific strains included in MentaBiotics. The “R0011” is important because only this specific strain has clinical evidence showing it promotes a healthy stress response by lowering cortisol and improving GABA neurotransmission. A probiotic formula that just includes Lactobacillus rhamnosus cannot make such claims as the effects of a probiotic are strain-specific. It would be like the difference between saying your baseball team has players from Oshu, Japan, versus saying Shohei Ohtani plays for your baseball team (he's the expected 2023 American League MVP). The bottom line is that the health benefit of a probiotic supplement lies in the specific strains, which is why the Amare probiotics are strain-specific. But it goes beyond the probiotics. The top-selling product, Happy Juice, includes a huge list of branded, research-backed ingredients, including IsoFiber™, Bimuno®, and SunFiber®, Suntheanine®,

The New York Yankees traded for Giancarlo Stanton before the 2018 season, and at the time, it was such a Yankee thing to do. Get the reigning National League MVP, who hit 59 home runs the previous season, and pair him up with another giant in the lineup who could have won American League MVP that same season with 52 home runs. It seemed like a match made in heaven. But now, as we head into 2024, we're left to wonder, is Giancarlo Stanton the biggest bust in Yankees' history? We go through the numbers so far and talk about how some numbers (batting average) have taken a steep dive while other numbers (strikeouts) are increasing. We compare his contract to others in the Yankees' recent and not-so-recent past, and then we wonder if Stanton can bounce back. And if he doesn't, how long should the leash be? What's the limit? When do the Yankees decide enough is enough and cut ties? It's a deep dive, so grab a drink and a snack, sit back, and be sure to comment below with your thoughts about Giancarlo Stanton's Yankees' tenure so far and what you think the future holds for him. Join our subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonyankeesWhat is subtext? https://youtu.be/BItWi-kbIJY?t=1468Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5857VCyYLAzsWr9vHk4sQFollow Stacey On Twitter: https://twitter.com/StaceGotsSubscribe to Steve's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stevegranadoFollow Steve On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveGranadoFollow the Show On Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnYankeesSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!birddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONMLB or enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelMake Every Moment More.Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.SleeperDownload the Sleeper app and use promo code LOCKEDON and you'll get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Currently operational in over 30 states. Check out Sleeper today!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Yankees traded for Giancarlo Stanton before the 2018 season, and at the time, it was such a Yankee thing to do. Get the reigning National League MVP, who hit 59 home runs the previous season, and pair him up with another giant in the lineup who could have won American League MVP that same season with 52 home runs. It seemed like a match made in heaven. But now, as we head into 2024, we're left to wonder, is Giancarlo Stanton the biggest bust in Yankees' history? We go through the numbers so far and talk about how some numbers (batting average) have taken a steep dive while other numbers (strikeouts) are increasing. We compare his contract to others in the Yankees' recent and not-so-recent past, and then we wonder if Stanton can bounce back. And if he doesn't, how long should the leash be? What's the limit? When do the Yankees decide enough is enough and cut ties? It's a deep dive, so grab a drink and a snack, sit back, and be sure to comment below with your thoughts about Giancarlo Stanton's Yankees' tenure so far and what you think the future holds for him.  Join our subtext! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonyankees What is subtext? https://youtu.be/BItWi-kbIJY?t=1468 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5857VCyYLAzsWr9vHk4sQ Follow Stacey On Twitter: https://twitter.com/StaceGots Subscribe to Steve's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stevegranado Follow Steve On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveGranado Follow the Show On Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnYankees Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONMLB or enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Make Every Moment More.Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. Sleeper Download the Sleeper app and use promo code LOCKEDON and you'll get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Currently operational in over 30 states. Check out Sleeper today! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast I talk about the candidates for National and American League MVP.

Ben Verlander and Alex Curry bring you everything Shohei Ohtani related in 'This Week In Shohei Ohtani News'. Ohtani still dealing with his oblique injury so is he still the American League MVP? Ohtani will be one of the most sought after free agents in MLB history this offseason so where will he end up, and the Los Angeles Angels are reportedly open to moving Mike Trout if he is open to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 15th, 1971 - Vida Blue raised his record to 22-4 as the A's beat the Yankees, 6 - 4. Blue masterfully scattered 10 hits and scored the tie breaking run on a wild pitch. He would finish the season at 24-8, with a 1.82 ERA earning him not only the American League Cy Young Award, but also the American League MVP.On August 15th, 1977 In a 2 - 1 win over Kansas City, Boston's Jim Rice hits a 3rd-inning double and became the first Boston player since Ted Williams in 1939 to hit 20 homers, 20 doubles and 10 triples in a season. Between Williams and Rice, only Charlie “King Kong” Keller in 1946, DiMaggio twice in '48 and 50, and Mickey Mantle accomplished the feat.On August 15th, 1996 Frank Thomas hits three homers for the White Sox, becoming the ChiSox career home run leader, but Boston wins 9-8. Thomas hits his first two off Tim Wakefield, giving him 214 bombs to pass Carlton Fisk who caught for both the White and Red Sox during his career. August 15th, 1916 - At Fenway Park in a battle of titans, Boston's Babe Ruth outduels Nationals' ace Walter Johnson, winning 1-0 in 13 innings. Ruth is now 3-0 in his meetings with Johnson. August 15th, 1955, Mickey Mantle homers from both sides of the plate in the same game for the second time in his career, tying the major-league mark. The Yanks beat the Orioles 12 - 6 in game two and sweep the doubleheader to move back into first. August 15th, 1962 - Pinch-hit home runs by the Mets' Choo Choo Coleman in the 6th and Jim Hickman in the 8th tie the major-league record for pinch home runs by one club in one game. The Mets still lose to the Phils, 8 - 7. Three years later to the day, Max Alvis and Leon Wagner also hit pinch hit homers for Cleveland in a 6-4 win over Minnesota.Historical Recap performed by:Robyn Newton from - Robyn SaysThis Day In Baseball is Sponsored by - www.vintagebaseballreflections.com - Join the membership today and listen to 50 years of baseball history told to you by the folks who were there! As a special offer, all our listeners can use the term - thisdayinbaseball at the membership check out.

Rhett Bollinger covers the Los Angeles Angels for MLB.com and is a proud USC alum. He returns to the Jack Vita Show this week to discuss a wide variety of topics, including the Angels' immediate struggles following the trade deadline, and the murky future of the Pac-12 Conference.   First, Rhett and Jack talk all things Pac-12. A week ago, it was announced that Arizona, Arizona State, Colorado and Utah would all be joining the Big 12, with Oregon and Washington entering the Big Ten. Last summer, USC and UCLA shockingly announced that 2023-24 would be their final year in the Pac-12, with both southern California schools heading to the Big Ten. Conference realignment is in full force. The Big Ten, Big 12 and Pac-12 are going to look quite a bit different after this year. Rhett breaks it all down and explains what exactly happened to the Pac-12. Now only four teams remain in the Pac-12: Stanford, Cal, Oregon State and Washington State. What will happen to the remaining schools? Rhett and Jack open the show talking Pac-12, then pivot over to some baseball news, before returning to Pac-12 talk. Along the way, Rhett and Jack discuss MLB TV deals, the Tim Anderson vs. Jose Ramirez fight, the Cleveland Guardians' lingering struggles, and more! Jack and Rhett also take a look at the new Big 12 and Big Ten. At first glance, the new Big 12 appears to be the NCAA's premier men's basketball league.   Then, Rhett and Jack put the Angels under the microscope. Two weeks ago, the club was riding high, having won nine of their last ten games. The Angels opted to buy at the trade deadline, adding Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo Lopez, Randal Grichuk and CJ Cron to aid them in their playoff chase. The Angels enter the weekend on a cold spell. Prior to taking back-to-back games from the San Francisco Giants, the Halos lost seven straight, a streak in which they dropped all four games of a home series to the division rival Seattle Mariners. Rhett checks the pulse of the Angels and details what has gone wrong for the club in the time since the deadline. Can the club recover, and still make the postseason? If the Angels miss the playoffs for the eighth-straight season, will the club still be able to re-sign Shohei Ohtani?   Rhett weighs in on the Angels' decision not to trade Ohtani, and assesses the upcoming free agent market for the current American League MVP frontrunner. How many teams does Rhett believe will realistically be in play for Shohei, and which teams are they? Rhett also sizes up the teams in contention for Ohtani's services, and shares which team(s) he believes has the best shot at signing him.   Later, Rhett and Jack discuss the hottest team in baseball: the Seattle Mariners. Rhett also predicts which team will win the American League West, and the American League as a whole. It's a jam-packed episode you won't want to miss!   You can follow Rhett (@RhettBollinger) on Twitter and check out his work at MLB.com. Subscribe to his newsletter for Angels news delivered to your inbox!   Pac-12 Fallout, MLB TV deals, Tim Anderson vs. Jose Ramirez (0:00 - 30:10) Angels' struggles, Ohtani's future (30:10 - 52:05) Mariners, AL West predictions (52:05 - END)

A look back at how and why Alex Rodriguez lost the 2002 American League MVP race to Miguel Tejada

Top news breaker and longtime USA Today national baseball writer Bob Nightengale returns to the Jack Vita Show, just days before the 2023 MLB trade deadline.   Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Angels made a statement, trading five players for Chicago White Sox All-Star starting pitcher Lucas Giolito and bullpen arm Reynaldo Lopez. The Angels have made themselves clear: they are not trading Shohei Ohtani, and have every intention to compete for a playoff spot in the season's second half, as well as re-sign Ohtani when he becomes a free agent this winter. Bob provides insight into the Angels' thought process and decisions, adding that the Angels "never" were going to trade Ohtani. Bob and Jack break down the trade from both the Angels and White Sox' perspectives, and discuss what players the White Sox might deal in the coming days, leading up to the trade deadline. They also talk potential free agent destinations for Ohtani. Bob believes there will really only be four teams realistically in play for the 2021 American League MVP.   Later, Bob and Jack weigh in on the Cubs. Will the Cubs sell Marcus Stroman, Cody Bellinger and others at the deadline? Both Stroman and Bellinger will be free agents upon the conclusion of the season. Bob gives an estimate as to what type of deal Bellinger will be in the market for this winter, and shares whether he believes the Cubs will retain him or not.   What other moves might be made over the next week? Who might the San Diego Padres and New York Mets sell, after each team's disappointing first half, despite having record payrolls? Who might the St. Louis Cardinals be willing to move? Are there any other big deals that could be in the works, that we might be overlooking at this time? Would the Padres trade Juan Soto, one year after acquiring him in a blockbuster deal with the Washington Nationals? Which teams do Bob and Jack expect to be the most aggressive at the deadline? Bob and Jack have you covered. All this, and much more!   You can follow Bob on Twitter (@BNightengale) and check out his work at USA Today.

Chris and Rob debate the narrative that Shohei Ohtani should be the American League MVP every single year that he has a healthy season, tell us how Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets can protest being on Hard Knocks and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam swings by to discuss the overspecialization in youth sports, how much blame parents deserve for the lack of dual-sport stars and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob debate the narrative that Shohei Ohtani should be the American League MVP every single year that he has a healthy season, discuss the likelihood that Damian Lillard actually gets traded in the coming weeks and argue over whether or not Steph Curry is really the 'underdog story' he claims to be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhett Bollinger has covered the Los Angeles Angels on MLB.com since 2019. This week, he joins us on the Jack Vita Show to discuss the latest news and stories from around Major League Baseball.   Perhaps the best story of the week is the rapid emergence of Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak. In 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies made Moniak the no. 1 overall pick in the MLB Amateur Draft. Moniak made his Major League debut in 2020, appearing in eight games in the COVID-shortened season. He played in 21 games in 2021. Over 29 games between 2020 and 2021, Moniak struggled to find success, slashing just .128/.241/.432 with one home run and three RBI in 55 plate appearances. Moniak spent the majority of the 2022 season in the minors, and at the trade deadline, the Phillies gave up on their former top prospect, sending him to the Angels in a swap for starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard. Moniak impressed in the Cactus League this spring. Had the Angels not signed veteran outfielder Brett Phillips to a Major League deal, Moniak may have cracked the club's Opening Day roster. Moniak was recently called up to the Angels' big league team. Through his first ten games, Moniak is slashing a remarkable .419/.438/1.373 with four home runs and seven RBI. Phillips was recently designated for assignment, and it appears Moniak is here to stay in the big leagues, at least for the time being. Rhett and Jack discuss Moniak's hot start, and Jack shares a Moniak story from spring training.   The Angels are off to a strong 28-23 start. The club hasn't posted a winning season since 2015, and hasn't made a postseason appearance since 2015. Rhett and Jack talk about why this year feels different, though. Is this the Angels' best team since winning the American League West in 2014? They also discuss the impact of manager Phil Nevin, and why he appears to be a better fit to manage this Angels team than Joe Maddon.   Shohei Ohtani is in the final year of his contract with the Angels. Is there a realistic possibility that he could get traded before this summer's trade deadline? Where will Ohtani sign when he hits the open market? Do the Angels have a good chance of keeping the 2021 American League MVP? Rhett weighs in.   Later, Jack shares his idea to stop tanking in professional sports. Plus, what if MLB split its league into two leagues and started using relegation? All this, and much more, in the latest episode of the Jack Vita Show!   Prior to covering the Angels, Rhett was MLB.com's Minnesota Twins beat reporter from 2011 through 2018. He attended USC, and in this episode, he shares his best Will Ferrell story.   You can follow Rhett (@RhettBollinger) on Twitter and check out his work at MLB.com.

In the second hour of VSiN Tonight, hosts Matt Youmans and Wes Reynolds break down the MLB's American League MVP odds. The guys also update on the end of the Hurricanes/Panthers Eastern Conference Final Game 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Barkley & Jeremy Conn move to Shohei Ohtani and the American League MVP market, attempting to determine if the dual-threat superstar is vulnerable in the market. 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

Opening Day 2023 is upon us and MLB is about to explode! Can the Houston Astros repeat as World Series Champions? Is Shohei Ohtani a foregone conclusion for American League MVP? Do the San Diego Padres finally take down the Los Angeles Dodgers to win the National League West? Which southwest slugger will take the NL Rookie of the Year: Corbin Carroll or Ezequiel Tovar? The DNVR Rockies Podcast shares predictions on the win total for the Colorado Rockies, team leader in home runs and stolen bases, and Major League debut date for Zac Veen! 5 Most Important Players to Watch For the Colorado Rockies in 2023 by Patrick Lyons WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: www.fubotv.com/dnvr BUY ROCKIES TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1 ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE:   / dnvr_sports   Rotowire: Get your free trial and unlock all the best fantasy sports news and analysis at https://rotowire.com/dnvr Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://athleticgreens.com/rockies and enter promo code “Rockies” Use Code: DNVR for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses at https://ShadyRays.com Visit https://jivehyve.com and get your order delivered today! Check out pinsandaces.com and use code DNVR to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Roman: Go to https://ro.co/DNVR today to get 20% off your entire first order. Visit https://dkng.co/DNVR to sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using the code “DNVR” Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. BONUS bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Rob tell us why the voters got it right by naming Aaron Judge the American League MVP over Shohei Ohtani, and debate whether or not the rumors that Russell Wilson is calling Seattle Seahawks audibles while under center with the Denver Broncos are even believable. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Eddie House swings by to discuss Judge winning AL MVP, why he believes the infamous Draymond Green punch has played a big role in the Golden State Warriors' slow start, what makes the Boston Celtics so dangerous, why he believes Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets have a fractured relationship, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Rob explain why the Golden State Warriors' problems are very real and tell us what – if anything – they can do to fix them, tell us why the voters got it right by naming Aaron Judge the American League MVP over Shohei Ohtani, and debate whether or not you can really blame Jeff Saturday for accepting an NFL head coaching job with the Indianapolis Colts that he knew he wasn't truly qualified for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron Judge wins the American League MVP race. He is expecting huge free agent money. Political Author John Fund's new book 'Our Broken Elections': Mark and Fund talked about how mail in ballots and early voting.

Aaron Judge is having one of the greatest offensive seasons in baseball history. He's on his way to setting the American League record for home runs in a season, and is on pace to claim the Triple Crown, something that has only been done once since 1967. In anything resembling normalcy, Judge would be a shoe-in for American League MVP. And yet, Shohei Ohtani exists. The Angels' pitcher/designated hitter/unicorn is once again doing something that no player has ever done…playing all-star caliber baseball as a pitcher and a hitter. Jeff Passan, a man who is not afraid to make tough decisions, settles the debate once and for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yankees fan Rich makes the case for Aaron Judge to win the American League MVP award over Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani.  Former NFL player and ‘Merging Vets and Players' co-founder Nate Boyer joins Rich in-studio to discuss the release of his new movie ‘MVP' starring and directed by the former Army Green Beret.  Rich explains to a worried Rams fan caller why there was a silver lining in the team's Week 1 drubbing at the hands of the Buffalo Bills, and reacts to Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel sharing a bit too much information about his grooming habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken Barkley & Nick Ashooh attempt to figure out if there is any value in the American League MVP market, or if Judge is just going to continue running away with the award. 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

Chris and Rob explain why the ‘homework clause' demanding that Kyler Murray do at least 4 extra hours of film study per week is a bad look for both Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, and tell us why Shohei Ohtani should not be the favorite to win American League MVP award this season. Plus, the guys go head-to-head in this week's edition of Sources Say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Lee is in for Chris, and he and Rob debate whether or not Los Angeles of Anaheim two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani should be viewed as the favorite to repeat as American League MVP, and the Odd Couple Crew discuss BMW's plan for heated seats in this week's edition of Shop Talk. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Eddie House swings by to discuss James Harden's new contract, Russell Westbrook's murky future with the Los Angeles Lakers, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Lee is in for Chris, and he and Rob argue whether the Washington Nationals' decision not to fly Juan Soto on a chartered flight before the Home Run Derby was petty or proper, and debate whether or not Los Angeles of Anaheim two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani should be viewed as the favorite to repeat as American League MVP. Plus, 2x MLB All-Star Dmitri Young swings by to discuss Soto's decision to turn down the $440 million contract offer from the Nationals, his role in the Hank Aaron Invitational, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kostos & Ken Barkley update the American League MVP market, and break down the race between Shohei Ohtani & Aaron Judge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos & Ken Barkley look into the American League MVP market, and whether Shohei Ohtani has the award locked up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices