Podcast appearances and mentions of Barry Bonds

After 126 flagship episodes and 200 overall, this is the final episode of The Shallow End.We begin with an honest and insightful conversation with Alan (@ricebondsmntna2young), a Barry Bonds collector and one-third of the long-running Essential Credentials Podcast on YouTube (along with Greg @timsalmoncollector and Matt @essential_credentials_podcast).Then, we hear from 35 collectors who were each tasked with answering the same question: "What do you love about sports cards? And you can't say "the community."The Shallow End was hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comAdam Cole and Henry Patton join Justin and Dan to preview all things Auburn baseball ahead of this weekend's regional at Plainsman Park. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:* the role coaching plays in Auburn's success on the baseball diamond* how the pitching staff went from question mark to exclamation point* why big bets on young position players are paying off again* x-factors who could step up in the postseason* the biggest obstacles on Auburn's path to Omaha* keeping Barry Bonds on your team when the rest of the roster wants him gone* standout directorial debutsThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.

He'll be on the broadcast Saturday night of the Braves & Reds on FOX, AJ Pierzynski checks in about our Braves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He'll be on the broadcast Saturday night of the Braves & Reds on FOX, AJ Pierzynski checks in about our Braves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. GT Baseball coach James Ramsey joins us Covering The Bases - Braves with a dud Today In Baseball History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back on this day in 2006, Barry Bonds broke Babe Ruth's homerun record. It was Bonds' 715th homerun and it happened during the Giants 6-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies.

The Rays are sliding bad, a bat dog is causing havoc in Double A baseball, Barry Bonds is ridiculous and more

Rewind to 28 May – 3 June 2006 and suddenly everyone wants to move to LA, start an online business and dramatically stare out a window while Natasha Bedingfield plays in the background.

Host Kirk Buchner sits down with New England-based sports card expert Bill Murphy to unpack the evolution of card collecting—from nostalgic childhood pastime to legitimate alternative asset class. Bill shares his personal journey into the hobby, breaks down the difference between vintage "Grail Cards" and modern prospect speculation, and reveals how high-net-worth collectors are now using graded collections as collateral for financing. Plus: practical tools to value your old boxes of cards, red flags for new investors, and the digital future of collecting with NFTs and Web3 integration. Whether you're dusting off your 1980s binders or exploring sports memorabilia as an investment, this episode delivers actionable insights without the hype.

In this episode of the Murph and Marcus Show, Buck Showalter shares his insights on the challenges of managing in the big leagues. As a four-time Manager of the Year winner, Buck brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, having managed some of the biggest teams in the game. Buck opens up about his thoughts on the Giants' tough start to the season, and how he approaches evaluating a manager's path and preparation for the job. He also discusses the differences between managing in the minor leagues and the big leagues, highlighting the relentless pace and media scrutiny that comes with the latter. Buck's conversation is filled with stories from his own career, including a memorable anecdote about intentionally walking Barry Bonds with the bases loaded. As a seasoned manager, Buck has seen it all, from the highs of winning championships to the lows of struggling teams. He shares his thoughts on the importance of collaboration between general managers and managers, and how it's crucial for success in the big leagues. Buck also talks about his experiences with top prospects, including Bryce Eldridge, and how he approaches playing time and consistency in developing young players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Murph and Marcus Show, Buck Showalter shares his insights on the challenges of managing in the big leagues. As a four-time Manager of the Year winner, Buck brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, having managed some of the biggest teams in the game. Buck opens up about his thoughts on the Giants' tough start to the season, and how he approaches evaluating a manager's path and preparation for the job. He also discusses the differences between managing in the minor leagues and the big leagues, highlighting the relentless pace and media scrutiny that comes with the latter. Buck's conversation is filled with stories from his own career, including a memorable anecdote about intentionally walking Barry Bonds with the bases loaded. As a seasoned manager, Buck has seen it all, from the highs of winning championships to the lows of struggling teams. He shares his thoughts on the importance of collaboration between general managers and managers, and how it's crucial for success in the big leagues. Buck also talks about his experiences with top prospects, including Bryce Eldridge, and how he approaches playing time and consistency in developing young players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. Covering The Bases - Braves doing their thing! Fixing The Franchise - QB Comp Today In Baseball History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber has slugged 20 home runs this season, three more than any other player in baseball. Joe Giglio takes a look at how Schwarber could break Barry Bonds' single-season home run record and wonders if there are any other baseball players who have a shot at taking Bonds down.

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio evaluate the Phillies' mid-season turnaround, debating whether manager Don Mattingly or the star players deserve more credit for the recent winning streak. They examine Kyle Schwarber's historic home run pace and discuss if he can legitimately challenge the single-season record held by Barry Bonds. They also criticize the NFL's streaming shift and the schedule's rest disadvantage for the Eagles compared to the Cowboys. 02:54 - Phillies Weekend Recap 07:01 - Mattingly Or Players 11:32 - Alec Bohm Benching 15:42 - Red October Optimism 26:26 - Ria Hughes Joins 32:54 - Nola Struggles Analysis 37:56 - PGA Championship Recap 44:35 - Hughes Clues Challenge 53:42 - Schwarber HR Chase 01:03:20 - Aaron San Diego 01:17:40 - NFL Schedule And Streaming 01:28:35 - Future Of Football 01:39:40 - Hold The Line 01:54:08 - Mike Trout Trade 02:04:52 - Brian Dawkins Wedding 02:14:02 - Home Run Derby 02:32:35 - Jalen Hurts Headlines 02:46:51 - Strawberry Shortcake Winner 03:04:23 - Buzz Managerial Drama

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas analyze Kyle Schwarber's historic home run pace and his legitimate chances of challenging the single-season record held by Barry Bonds. They also debate the primary cause of the Phillies' recent turnaround, questioning whether the credit lies with the players or the managerial shift to Rob "Topper" Thomson. 01:00 - Phillies Turnaround Debate 02:04 - Schwarber's Historic Pace 12:08 - Eagles Schedule Rant 18:02 - Manager vs Players

Kevin Gergel played at Georgia Tech, became an All-American catcher at Kennesaw State, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners — and saw his pro career end almost before it really began. So when his son Kellan was four years old and starting T-ball, Kevin and his wife Teal created their philosophy that has shaped every decision they've made around travel baseball ever since:  The goal was not to raise the best 8-year-old on the field. The goal was to raise the best 18-year-old. That philosophy changed how they approached travel baseball, development, exposure, pressure, failure, and the parent-player relationship. In this episode, Matt Hannaford sits down with Kevin and Kellan Gergel for a real conversation about what most baseball families are missing: the long game. Because exposure is not the goal. Exposure is the byproduct of becoming the kind of player worth watching.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - The philosophy Kevin and Teal built their decisions around — and why it reshaped everything they did from T-ball through high school - Why Matt argues that exposure is a byproduct, not a goal — and how most travel ball parents are getting things backwards  - The moment Kevin realized that trying to fix his son's batting stance was the wrong approach - 90% of players say the mental game is the most important part of baseball — but how much of their time spent training actually reflects that - Austin Riley's 2019: didn't make the Big League team out of spring training, but despite that, hit 15 home runs in three weeks in AAA, called up, hit 9 more in his first 18 big league games and then hit a wall forcing him to make an adjustment   Kellan is 15, stands six-foot-one, and plays for the East Cobb Mariners — one of the most talent-dense travel areas in the country. His coach Kenny Falk played at Kennesaw State with Kevin, got drafted by the Tigers as a AAA closer, and runs the program on a development-first, blue-collar philosophy. Kellan wants to play college baseball. His current goals are velocity on the mound, driving the ball harder at the plate, and working his way from JV to varsity at Blessed Trinity in Roswell — the same program where Joseph Contreras, the senior who pitched for Team Brazil at the WBC and got Aaron Judge to ground into a broken-bat double play, throws bullpens next to him.  Matt walks Kellan through the mental exercise he ran at an event in San Diego with high performance coach Johan Martinez Khalilian — asking a parent of a player to name a complaint, then tracing the complaint back to the underlying vision. Kellan deflects it in a way that tells Matt everything he needs to know: this kid already has the frame most pro athletes spend years trying to build. Matt learns of Kevin's nightly ritual when Kellan was young — telling him "you have what it takes, you have what it takes" — and the parallel humble huddle the family built around it.  The conversation also touches on an unusual family lineage. Kellan's mother Teal is the daughter of Dusty Rhodes and the sister of Cody Rhodes, the current WWE Undisputed Champion. Kevin walks through what his brother-in-law's "undesirable to undeniable" mindset has meant for how Kellan thinks about betting on himself — and why the family's grounding in faith, family, and work has held up across three very different sports at three very different levels.  Matt closes with a rapid-fire round. When he asks Kevin to finish the sentence "my biggest fear for him on the baseball field is..." Kevin's answer is the line that frames the whole episode: my biggest fear is that he'll feel like he has to perform. I've already had more joy watching him play than I will ever need.   ABOUT MATT HANNAFORD Matt Hannaford is the president and CEO of Aligned Sports Agency and the host of the Most Valuable Agent podcast. Over 25+ years he has negotiated more than $2 billion in MLB contracts, representing Manny Machado, Albert Pujols, Joey Votto, Austin Riley, and Liam Hendriks, with prior exposure to Barry Bonds, Mike Piazza, and Trevor Hoffman. He gives you the insider playbook on college recruiting, the transfer portal, and MLB Draft decisions.   LINKS & RESOURCES https://www.aligndsports.com/  https://eastcobbbaseball.com/teams/  Watch Next: https://youtu.be/S9tGzT3foYM   #TravelBaseball #BaseballParents #MLBDraft #YouthSports #MostValuableAgent  

Reaction to last night's Game 1s of Cavaliers-Pistons and Lakers-Thunder...and is it time the Baseball Hall of Fame reconsider Barry Bonds, Roger Clemans, and Alex Rodriguez on their ballot?

How Good Was Barry Bonds Actually?

Elly De La Cruz is a star and just pulled off something incredible, but what we didn’t know is what he was doing when Terry Francona was first hired, and it says a lot about his character. A true class act. Our GameChanger of the Week focuses on managers, especially with all the wild news that broke this week. Alex Cora is out, Rob Thomson is out—so what does that mean for the game? Tim Kurkjian weighs in, and Jeff brings it all the way back around to Little League. Nick Kurtz keeps getting on base, but he’s still short of the record for most consecutive games with a walk. The current leader might surprise you, and no, it’s not Barry Bonds. Plus, Drew Romo has done something that caught all of us off guard. He’s off to a really fun start, no debating that. On This Date in baseball history, Bob Feller comes up, along with a great story involving one of our favorite guests, Steve Sparks. We share some laughs looking back at that interview, and don’t worry, Feller comes back into the conversation later in Alphabest. We wrap things up with Wheel of Kurkjian, Three Cards in the Bathroom, and a Team Tim that highlights some of the best sitcoms of all time, at least according to Tim. Trust me, Jeff had plenty to say about the one major omission, but hey, it’s not called Team Jeff. Thanks so much for listening or watching and for spending time with us. Be sure to subscribe or follow wherever you’re listening, it’s free, and thanke you being part of our family. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Coach Smarter, Connect Live, Replay the Action with GameChanger. Learn more at gc.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost every pro baseball player Matt Hannaford represents has the same wound — and it traces back to their relationship with their dad. In this live event, MLB agent Matt Hannaford and high performance coach Jo Martinez Killian sit down with parents and young athletes to walk through the pattern Joe has seen in nearly every major league locker room he's ever worked in, and what actually breaks the cycle before it starts. Subscribe to the channel for the insider playbook on what pro scouts, agents, and performance coaches actually see in elite players — and what most parents get wrong long before the draft conversation ever happens.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - Why Norway produces more elite athletes per capita than any country in the world — and the sports rules they enforce before age 13 - The three-word reframe that took one of Matt's clients from AA to a home run on his first major league pitch - How to turn a complaint into a vision you both agree on — the exact script - The difference between expectations and agreements, and why expectations are a pathway to resentment - Why "I don't wanna see my kid struggle" is the instinct that steals the one thing they actually need from you   Matt reads a letter from the father of a division one SEC pitcher with a zero ERA who is draft-eligible — a letter that made Matt call Joe the same day and say we have to do this live. The dad writes that his son, at 20, told him flat out he cannot relax around him anymore because every conversation turns into criticism. The dad's response is the line that frames the entire episode: there are times I wish he would just step away from baseball so he can feel how much I love him and how it has nothing to do with performance. Jo breaks down the framework he uses with pro athletes across MLB, NBA, NHL, and NCAA locker rooms. Where there is no vision, the people perish — but most parents are leading from complaints instead of vision, and from expectations instead of agreements. He walks through the four-step move that turns an expectation like "I expect you to respect me" into an agreement both parent and kid actually own. He names the fawning pattern coaches see in kids who have learned to pacify the adult in front of them instead of saying what they actually want. Matt shares the moment Jo called him out on a client call — Matt jumped in to answer a question Jo was still working through with the player, and Jo told him afterward: you stole his growth. The question was his weight to lift. That single exchange is the frame for the entire conversation with youth athletes and their parents. The instinct to take struggle away from your kid is the instinct that leaves them unable to carry anything hard later. Struggle is the gift. The discomfort is where the identity gets built.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — The Letter From a Division One Dad 6:30 — Norway's Sports Rules Before Age 13 7:50 — His Dream Not Mine: Jo's Soccer Story 26:59 — Why Success Is Also Poison 37:59 — You Stole His Growth: The Struggle Is the Gift 40:38 — Complaints Are Vision in Disguise 1:02:42 — Expectations Lead to Resentment 59:15 — The Three-Word Vision That Got Zach Cole Called Up 1:19:31 — Disempowered vs. Empowered Language 1:30:51 — Baseball Does Not Make a Good God   ABOUT MATT HANNAFORD Matt Hannaford is the president and CEO of Aligned Sports Agency and the host of the Most Valuable Agent podcast. Over 20+ years he has negotiated more than $2 billion in MLB contracts, representing Manny Machado, Albert Pujols, Joey Votto, Austin Riley, and Liam Hendriks, with prior exposure to Barry Bonds, Mike Piazza, and Trevor Hoffman. He gives you the insider playbook on college recruiting, the transfer portal, and MLB Draft decisions.   LINKS & RESOURCES Alignd Sports Agency: https://www.aligndsports.com/  Episode with Jo: https://youtu.be/rR-yZoLEQ3s  The Dad Effect: https://youtu.be/6opkFoZD-sY   #CollegeBaseball #MLBDraft #YouthSports #BaseballParents #MostValuableAgent  

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, Flobo has the keys, and he is driving April and Malik off the cliff with him. Alex Cora was cannedNasim Nunez and Michael Harris are hotWho you got Yordon Alverez or James Wood?A college baseball and softball catch-up with April. All of that and more on this Cheats-less episode of the Mixtape.The Black Baseball Mixtape is in partnership with the Players Alliance, Numbers Game Scorebooks, and Minority Prospects.

Shohei Ohtani keeps making history his on-base streak is now at 51 straight games (dating back to August 24th of last season). He's closing in on Barry Bonds, the Dodgers' all-time record, and legends like Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams. We also react to one of the most wholesome moments you'll see all week involving Jake Mangum. On the darker side: The New York Mets are in the middle of their longest losing streak in 22 years (11 games straight). Sitting at 7-15, they have the worst record in baseball tied with the Royals and are further out of first place than any other team. Is it time to stop giving them the benefit of the doubt? Plus, the AL West is a complete mess! Only a .500 team is leading the division, the Astros are struggling despite Yordan Alvarez raking, the Mariners look nothing like a contender, and the A's and Angels are somehow the bright spots. We break down the latest Power Rankings and our Team of the Week, including standout performances from Mike Trout, Yordan Alvarez, Mason Miller, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Shohei Ohtani's 51-Game On-Base Streak 4:03 - Mets' Historic Losing Streak 9:29 - The Awful AL West 12:40 - New MLB Power Rankings 23:27 - Team of the Week 31:03 - Wholesome Moment of the Week 32:20 - Outro What's your biggest takeaway this week? Ohtani's streak, the Mets collapse, or the AL West disaster? Let us know in the comments! SUBSCRIBE for weekly MLB breakdowns with Ben Verlander & John Smoltz: https://www.youtube.com/flippinbatspod?sub_confirmation=1 #ShoheiOhtani #Mets #ALWest #MLB #PowerRankings #FlippinBats Like Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flippinbatspod/ Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flippinbatspod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@flippinbatspod Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlippinBatsPod Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flippinbatspod/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Willard and Ephraim Salaam break down the first round of the NBA playoffs, including a closer look at LeBron James and his remarkable productivity at this stage of his career—along with the criticism he continues to face despite the numbers. They also dive into comments from MLB legend Barry Bonds about a Dodgers superstar two-way player. Plus, Ephraim shares a story about how he unexpectedly got roped into coaching an AAU game over the weekend. All that and more on Fox Sports Sundays!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 423 of the Straight Dope Show, El Uno and TraB The Wonder pull no punches as they break down the frustrating state of the Golden State Warriors. The duo dissects Steve Kerr's bizarre "championship" comments, Draymond Green's undeniable defensive greatness, and why Steph Curry is carrying an aging roster with zero help. The sports talk spans the impact of NIL money on the NBA draft to the death of culturally unified sports viewing. Shifting gears, the guys tackle heavy hitters like America's "unseriousness" on the global stage, the illusion of performative protests, and the reality of surviving the empire's decline. Finally, they lighten things up by diving into the 100-squats-a-day challenge, men's fashion missteps, and why society needs to just let people cosplay in public without making it a spectacle.00:00:00 – Tip-off: Questionable court vision, Gui Santos, and Steve Kerr's zero-tolerance policy for not knowing the plays.00:05:32 – The Warriors' rough reality: Why is Steve Kerr calling a random regular-season win "our championship"? Plus, giving Draymond Green his defensive flowers.00:10:56 – Steph Curry's isolated greatness, lack of whistle respect, and critiquing the OKC Thunder's endless draft pick hoarding.00:18:37 – Broadcast woes: The downgrade of streaming games on Amazon Prime versus the 90s nostalgia of everyone watching Barry Bonds and the 49ers together.00:23:28 – The tanking dilemma: Why rebuilding is broken when NIL money keeps the best players in college longer.00:30:20 – Global politics: America's unseriousness on the world stage, the "end of an empire" feeling, and the complicated nature of Black American patriotism.00:35:37 – Performative activism, sanitized news narratives, and questioning environmental changes and Earth's cycles.00:41:40 – Finding peace in the matrix: Traditional tea houses, surviving "sweat clouds" at Green Day concerts, and starting the 100-squat-a-day challenge.00:50:09 – The state of men's fashion: Baggy fits vs. athletic wear, and why true style is just wearing what actually works for you.00:52:35 – Normalizing public cosplay: From Morpheus fits to Naruto jackets and cowboy themes—just let people be happy without filming them.00:59:18 – Star Wars lore, the truth behind Samuel L. Jackson's purple lightsaber, John Boyega's treatment, and reading energy in public.01:05:03 – The abrupt exit: Bubble guts strike and the show wraps up.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Mike Mayock joins the show to talk NFL Draft Drive Around The Sports World This Week In Sports History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ben goes back into the audio dojo to give global exclusive details on the Cincinnati Meet & Greet. Be one of the first people to hear all about the biggest social event in Cincy since Marge Schott paraded her dogs around Riverfront Stadium. Ben also reminisces about a classic MLB body slam of Barry Bonds. Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/grpodcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 #BenMaller See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elle Duncan has heard your criticism of Netflix’s MLB Opening Day Coverage. And as the streamer’s first sports anchor, she has something to say about it. In this episode of The Deal, Elle explains to Alex and Jason that there is a difference between constructive criticism and saying something is “too Netflix” and there’s a balance between "eventizing" sports and covering them. She also shares why she left ESPN after a decade and what it’s like to be on a desk with the notoriously anti-media Barry Bonds. Then, Elle talks about her other new role hosting USA Network’s 2026 WNBA coverage and why the growth of women’s sports depends on investing in coverage and giving ourselves permission to admit that some players are just better than others You can also watch this interview on the Bloomberg Podcasts YouTube page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Jim Palmer joins us this week for a riveting interview. The greatest Orioles pitcher ever turned broadcaster has stories you won’t believe—and a memory that is second to none. What did his signing bonus look like 60 years ago? A lot different than today’s players, that’s for sure. He retells a conversation with Barry Bonds that had us stunned. And he was roommates with Robin Roberts? We didn’t know that! There are plenty of fascinating stories about the late, great Howard Cosell, plus some love for Kevin Brown and Ben McDonald, too. We keep it long, lean, and loose with Palmer. Don’t forget to subscribe or follow wherever you’re listening!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Red Zone - Kirk Cousins continues to fleece the Falcons Drive Around The Sports World This Week In Sports History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new ABS Challenge System is an absolute GAME-CHANGER for baseball. It fixed brutal missed calls, upheld the tight ones, got crowds roaring, and adds a fresh layer of strategy and excitement for fans. Best part? Challenges are lightning fast — often just 10 seconds. Key ABS Stats from the Weekend: 10 oldest umpires: 69% of calls overturned 10 youngest umpires: 39% overturned Across 47 games: 94 calls overturned (54% success rate) 175 total challenges — pitchers only initiated 5 (just 2 overturned) This tech is here to stay, and I'm all in. Then there's the insane rookie explosion — one of the best Opening Weekends for young talent in MLB history. A record number of top-100 prospects made Opening Day rosters, and several delivered immediately: Chase DeLauter (Guardians): 4 home runs in his first 3 career MLB games (.353 AVG, 1.412 OPS). He's already drawing "next Barry Bonds" buzz after a go-ahead bomb off an All-Star closer. Only the second player in MLB history to achieve this feat. Munetaka Murakami: 3 HRs in his first 3 games Kevin McGonigle: 5-12, 2 doubles, 4 RBI JJ Wetherholt: Homer + walk-off 2-run single Sal Stewart, Owen Caissie, Carson Benge & more lighting it up The youth movement is real — baseball's future looks bright. Plus, a personal highlight: My brother Justin Verlander begins Year 21 today, back in a Detroit Tigers uniform for the first time in 9 years. Emotional stuff — Father Time still hasn't caught him. I break down my full Power Rankings after the first weekend: Dodgers Blue Jays Yankees Mariners Mets Tigers Phillies Brewers Orioles Braves And my Team of the Week, including standouts like Shea Langeliers (3 HRs), Mike Trout (vintage mode with diving plays), Brandon Lowe, Brendan Donovan, and Chase DeLauter. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:43 ABS System is a hit  10:38 Chase DeLauter is INSANE 13:04 Rookies showing out 17:30 Justin starts year 21 21:57 Power Rankings 33:20 Team of the Week #MLB2026 #OpeningWeekend #ChaseDeLauter #ABSChallenge #JustinVerlander #MLBPowerRankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports media personality Keith McPherson is in for Kelvin, and he and Rob explain why they had no issue whatsoever with Netflix glorifying Barry Bonds’ 73 home run season during their MLB Opening Night broadcast, and explain why they’re both rooting against a Los Angeles Dodgers 3-peat. Plus, former MLB All-Star Bip Roberts swings by to discuss the overall health of baseball, the narrative that Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are ushering in a new Golden Era of baseball, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports media personality Keith McPherson is in for Kelvin, and he and Rob explain why they had no issue whatsoever with Netflix glorifying Barry Bonds’ 73 home run season during their MLB Opening Night broadcast, what makes this current Sweet 16 so exciting, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former MLB All-Star Bip Roberts swings by to discuss the overall health of baseball, the narrative that Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are ushering in a new Golden Era of baseball, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB Network Analyst Kevin Millar joins Rich Eisen and discusses whether he likes the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, how are teams going to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers, who is the team that can challenge the Dodgers, on Barry Bonds hanging up on George Steinbrenner when the Yankees attempted to sign him. Rich Eisen reacts to the NBA recently presenting three anti-tanking proposals to its Board of Governors to discourage teams from intentionally losing games. Rich Eisen reacts to comments made by Raiders GM John Spytek and whether the Raiders will still make a deal for Maxx Crosby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"What was the question?" It's a post-truth apocalypse, and within it, we learn some truths about Barry Bonds and the Yankees, the NBA photoshops in the Philippines, Aaron Judge's age, and Bob Barker's disturbing behavior. Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Blizzard, Seth and Babyface are all over the map in the best way possible

Big Ben talks about MLB's Opening Day with the Giants getting pummeled by the Yankees 7-0, Barry Bonds claiming that he was set to become a Yankee and the highest paid player in baseball history, Maller to the Third Degree, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Barry Bonds saying he would have been a Yankee except that he hung up on George Steinbrenner, the field at Dodger Stadium getting a naming rights sponsor, Alex Bregmen saying it's World Series or bust for the Cubs, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mets Opening Day is on Peacock and NBC. Paul in Yonkers wonders about Steve Cohen's attendance. Gio recounts a Baltimore penthouse stay during a Yankees/Orioles trip. Jerry updates the Yankees' five-run second inning. Following comments from Max Fried, we dive into Barry Bonds' inconsistent stories about George Steinbrenner. Finally, as the NCAA tournament resumes, a caller voices frustration with the ABS system during Aaron Judge's plate appearance.

Jerry returns for an update and we heard the first run of the season for the Yankees. The Yanks scored five runs in the second. We heard from Max Fried after the game. Barry Bonds was on the Netflix broadcast and he told a story about getting an offer from George Steinbrenner and hanging up on him. The NCAA tournament gets back at it later today.

The Yankees secured an Opening Day win despite Aaron Judge's strikeouts, sparking debate over broadcast revenue and the looming lockout. Keith Hernandez then joined the conversation. Mets Opening Day arrives on Peacock with Bruce Beck joining us to talk about it. Also, all the clips from yesterday's Yanks win, Barry Bonds' anecdotes about hanging up on Steinbrenner, the first ABS challenges and clips of Rob Manfred and Rick Pitino. Finally, we covered Shaq's odd fake DMs, Citi Field parking struggles, and Gio's theory on Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne, ending with the Mets marking their 40th World Series anniversary.

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Hour 2: Callers are excited to attend Opening Day at Citi Field today. Barry Bonds revealed that George Steinbrenner offered him a chance to be a Yankee.

Apparently Barry Bonds could have been a Yankee in the 90s if he accepted George's offer over the phone.

Thursday's edition of Quick Hits starts off with a hypothetical look at how Barry Bonds would have fared as a New York Yankee. The conversation also evaluates the Netflix MLB Opening Day broadcast and the implementation of the automated ball strike system. 01:00 - Garrett And Bonds Discussion 04:43 - Netflix MLB Broadcast Review 07:51 - Automated Ball Strike System

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared their feelings on legendary slugger Barry Bonds broadcasting MLB for Netflix.

A wild March Madness moment sparks a bigger conversation as Evan and Tiki react to the stunning stat that Rick Pitino and Bill Self had barely faced each other despite decades of coaching. That leads into the buzz around Dylan Darling's game-winner for St. John's and whether one shot is enough to cement his place in New York sports lore. They break down what it really takes to become unforgettable in this city, from deep tournament runs to iconic moments, while also poking holes in the idea that one highlight guarantees lifelong fame. Plus, a hilarious look at John Rothstein's March Madness obsession, thoughts on pregame shows, and a classic Barry Bonds story that sounds almost too good to be true.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into a packed New York sports conversation led by St. John's thrilling win over Kansas and the bigger question that followed: does one March Madness moment make Dylan Darling a forever legend in this city? They also get into the rarity of Rick Pitino and Bill Self barely crossing paths, John Rothstein's over-the-top college basketball passion, and what it really takes to become unforgettable in New York sports. The episode keeps bouncing with the kind of energy only this show can deliver, from Yankees Opening Day and Netflix concerns to Mets roster debates, Barry Bonds stories, and a spirited back-and-forth over Cam Skattebo's controversial comments. They also dig into whether the Giants should even think about taking a running back in the draft, revisit old draft scars, and mix serious sports talk with the offbeat moments and laughs that make the conversation feel totally unpredictable.

Episode 605 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Jon Lewis, editor and founder of Sports Media Watch; Armand Broady, the co-host of the Sports Media Watch podcast and a contributor to SMW, and Derek Futterman, a multimedia writer and producer for Sports Media Watch. In this podcast, we discuss the remarkable Venezuela-United States World Baseball Classic viewership numbers -- the championship game averaged 10.78 million viewers across FOX and Fox Deportes; what the viewership numbers mean; how much of an Olympic carryover was this number; what outlet will get future tournaments; Barry Bonds officially joined Netflix; our initial thoughts on NCAA Tournament coverage, and more. 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

We discuss Brian Nemhauser's proposal for a Maxx Crosby trade and whether the Seahawks should consider giving up that much. Then, we have some fun with Shannon Drayer's report that Logan Gilbert is trying out more new pitches now that Cal Raleigh is away at the WBC and can't stop him. Plus, we discuss a first 4 years side by side comp between Julio Rodriguez and Barry Bonds that has been polarizing on social media.