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Best podcasts about baseball stats

Latest podcast episodes about baseball stats

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Judge Isn't Human, Early Season Surprises, Soto Trade Revisited

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 65:10


EP 133: This week Alex and Travis open by putting Aaron Judge's current stretch of dominance into a historical context. Then, they review the biggest surprises teams, both good and bad, thus far in 2025, before shedding some light on some breakout Nationals stars that came from the 2022 Juan Soto trade.

Financial Quarterback Josh Jalinski
Ep 58 - What Baseball Stats Can Teach You About Money

Financial Quarterback Josh Jalinski

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 35:15


Are baseball stats the secret to smarter investing? Josh steps up to the plate with a fresh, fun take on personal finance through the lens of America's favorite pastime. From on-base percentage to wins above replacement, he draws comparisons between your favorite stats and core financial strategies. Whether it's knowing when to swing big or play it safe, Josh shows how the logic behind baseball's most trusted numbers can help guide your money moves. Then in 'Extra Points,' Josh unpacks what it means when private equity firms start buying stakes in your favorite team, like the recent move with the San Francisco Giants Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe' so you never miss a play. If you're enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

The Bench with John and Lance
4-15 Hour 3: Astros lose again! What Is Up? This Hour We Talk Baseball Stats & Texans Potential Offensive Lineman Picks + News Of The Weird

The Bench with John and Lance

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 48:39


2 Tools Baseball Podcast
2025 MLB Season Preview!!!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 88:20


EP 132: Alex opens with a discussion on the stacked crop of right fielders going into the new season, and then he previews the 2025 MLB season by breaking down the win-loss projections for each division on Fangraphs.

Fantasy Aceball
#211 The Most Underrated and Overrated Fantasy Baseball Stats (w/ Jon Anderson)

Fantasy Aceball

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 68:45


Tim Kanak (@fanatsyaceball) and Jon Anderson (@JonPgh) of MLB Data Warehouse co-podcast on the most underrated and overrated fantasy baseball stats. | Episode 211. Z-Swing% Reverse GB% - hitters F-Strike% - pitchers Sprint Speed Max EV GB% - pitchers K-BB% SwStr% & Strike% & Ball% (my version) 90th percentile EV xStats Chase% / Plate Discipline Overall Hard Contact Allowed Batting run value Please subscribe to the podcast s(the Fantasy Aceball Podcast & MLB Data Warehouse) and to Tim's YouTube channel (@TheTimkanak) for more fantasy baseball information and visit Fantasy Pros to read more of Tim's other content related to rankings, fScores and fantasy advice. Please rate and review the podcast and follow Tim on X (@fantasyaceball) and on YouTube (@TheTimkanak) for more great content!

Hooks & Runs
223 - Close But No Cigar II: Barry Bonds, 1,996 RBI

Hooks & Runs

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 47:38


Five players in MLB history have driven in 2,000 run in their career. Barry Bonds concluded his amazing 22-year career 4 RBI short of 2,000. This week we examine Bonds' career and try to find out how he came up short.Also this week, Craig and Rex with their favorite new albums released the third quarter of 2024.Errata: The reports are Bonds' head circumference grew by 1 to 1.5 inches, not that his hat size grew by 1.5 sizes. The book, "Love Me, Hate Me: Barry Bonds and the Making of an Antihero," by Jeff Pearlman, released in 2006, not 2007. The book is available through our affiliate link below or wherever you buy books.-->Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tT8d3pVUsN-->You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including the books featured in this episode, through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - www.hooksandruns.com Email: hooksandruns@protonmail.com Hooks & Runs on TwitterCraig at BlueskyRex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/ Hosts Emeritus:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokEric on FacebookMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)     This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2024.   

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Votto Retires, Greatest Living Players, MVP Runner Ups

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 39:26


EP 131: This week, Alex and Travis open with a look back at Joey Votto's Hall of Fame-caliber career by going through his accomplishments and comparing him to other Hall of Fame greats. Then, they take a look at the tight standings across each division in MLB, before reacting to the viral "Greatest Living Players" list posted by MLB Network. Alex and Travis close with a discussion on Perry Minasian's new extension as Angels' GM and what it means for the future of his team.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Trade Deadline Analysis and Updated All-MLB Teams

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 74:48


EP 130: This episode, Alex and Travis open with a look back at the biggest moves of the trade deadline and try to anticipate how this will affect teams in the second half of the season. Then, they both present their current 2024 All-MLB Teams and debate the best players at each position this year with two months left in the season.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Ohtani: Best Dodgers Hitter Ever? Plus Weird Wild-Card Races, Early All-Star Buzz

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 47:53


EP 129: Alex and Travis open with a discussion about how open the NL Wildcard race is with many surprising teams still in the mix. Then, they dive into Shohei Ohtani's stats to determine if he is at his peak the best Dodgers hitter ever. Alex and Travis debate who the All Star Game representative will be for an underwhelming Angels team and react to the first two 2024 All Star selections. 

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Sad AL West, ERA Leaders, Early Sellers, and Negro League Records

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 68:00


EP 128: This week Alex and Travis open by breaking down the underwhelming AL West. Then, they highlight the unexpected names on the top 10 ERA leaderboard to start the season, before diving into some teams that may be looking to sell key players sooner than later. Alex and Travis close by recapping and sharing their thoughts on the recent merging of statistical records between MLB and the Negro Leagues.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Arraez Lifting Padres, Blue Jays Can't Hit, Angels Can't Win

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 69:32


EP 127: Alex and Travis open with an icebreaker on which MLB player we would pick to start a franchise. Then, they discuss how the Luis Arraez trade has helped the Padres and what it means for the Marlins going forward. Alex and Travis go on to analyze the surprisingly poor  offensive numbers by the Blue Jays to start the season, before breaking down everything going wrong with the Angels right now.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
The Rise and Fall of Young Superstars, and Best Pitcher in the World?

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 68:19


EP 126: Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the players who are stuck at zero home runs to start the MLB season. They analyze the first month for several different young players, including Spencer Torkelson, Vlad Guerrero Jr., Alec Bohm, Jo Adell, and Gunnar Henderson, to determine what trends have these players playing below or above expectations. Then, Alex and Travis try to determine who the best pitcher in baseball is right now given all of the major injuries.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Early Slumpers, Division Winners Odds Shift, and Expansion Mock Draft Preview

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 120:25


EP 125: This week Alex and Travis open by taking a look at the worst hitters and pitchers in MLB so far this season and determining what their issues are and if there is real cause for concern. Then, they go through each division one by one to see how playoff odds have shifted since Opening Day for each team. Alex and Travis close by detailing their new project and complete the exercise of choosing 15 Angels players to keep safe from a potential expansion draft.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Elbow Injuries, Red Sox Aces, MVP Trout, All-Star Volpe, Ex-Cardinals Thriving

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 87:59


EP 124: This week, Alex and Travis open with a discussion about the growing concern around elbow injuries for pitchers in the league today. Then, they walk through several trends early in the MLB season and determine if they think these things are overreactions or legit: Trout in MVP conversation? Volpe is an all-star? Red Sox have the best rotation in baseball? Arenado is washed?! Elly de la Cruz needs a trip to the minors?!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
OPENING DAY!!! 2024 Season Preview

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 132:01


EP 123: Alex and Travis start the episode by taking a look at each division one by one and discussing how they see each team performing in the 2024 season. They both pick a sleeper team that they think will do better than expected this year. Alex and Travis then take a look at the favorites for the MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year awards and discuss which players have favorable odds heading into the season. They close the episode with their way-too-early World Series predictions.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Witt and Altuve Extended, Free Agency Reactions and Predictions

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 88:40


EP 122: Alex and Travis share their thoughts on the contract extensions of Bobby Witt Jr. and Jose Altuve, before diving into their analysis on recent free agency signings like Kershaw staying put, Liam Hendriks to Boston, Jorge Soler to the Giants, and more. Then, they break down the 5 biggest remaining free agents, Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery, Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, and JD Martinez, and try to figure out where they might land as Spring Training ramps up.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Burnes to Baltimore, Hader to Houston, More Hot Stove, and Hall of Fame Results

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 95:22


EP 121: Alex and Travis open with their day 1 reaction to the Orioles trading for Corbin Burnes under new ownership. They discuss how this impacts the Orioles and how the Brewers will stack up in the NL Central after trading their ace. Alex and Travis break down what the Josh Hader signing means for the Astros, before recapping other big moves throughout the league: Polanco to Seattle, Justin Turner to Toronto, Pederson to Arizona, and the Angels adding depth. The close with their thoughts on the 3 new Hall of Famers along with the other ballot results and a bonus sneak preview at newcomers to the 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Dodgers Load Up, Weird Trades, and 2024 Hall of Fame Ballot

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 114:44


EP 120: Alex and Travis review the Dodgers' busy offseason after they load up with Yamamoto, Glasnow, Margot, and Teoscar Hernandez. Then they breakdown the other big moves across MLB: Robbie Ray to the Giants, Chris Sale to Atlanta, Stroman to the Yankees, and much more. Alex and Travis recap and critique the official 2023 All-MLB Team, before closing with their thoughts on the 2024 Hall of Fame Ballot. They discuss the newcomers, the players they would vote for, and the players they think will be inducted to Cooperstown this year.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Shohei Ohtani

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 82:27


EP 119: Shohei Ohtani etches his name in sports history again with his $700 million contract with the Dodgers. Alex and Travis discuss every angle of this monumental deal, before diving into other hot stove news and predicting landing spots for the biggest names left on the market.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Soto to the Yanks, Ohtani Silence, and More Winter Meetings

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 70:32


EP 118: Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the Seattle Mariners taking a step back offensively as they trade away key position players. Then, they discuss the Yankees' 2024 hopes as they add Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo, before breaking down other free agency signings across MLB. Orioles bolster their pen with Craig Kimbrel; the Angels sign multiple relievers; and the Braves, Rays, and Rangers all add relief arms over the past week. Alex and Travis end with a brief recap on the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes as we near his big decision.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Ohtani and Acuna Unanimous, Nola Stays, Free Agency Recap

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 60:41


EP 117: This week Alex and Travis open with their reactions to Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna Jr both winning unanimous MVP awards. Then, they discuss the hirings of Mike Shildt as Padres manager and Brad Ausmus as Yankees bench coach, before jumping into the big free agency news topics of the week. Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, the Braves make shrewd moves for under the radar names, and the Cardinals add old veteran starting pitchers. No surprises!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
New Managers, Awards Reactions, and Platinum Glove Winners

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 70:13


EP 116: Alex and Travis breakdown the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell, the Angels hiring Ron Washington, and all the other managerial moves across MLB to start the offseason. Then, they share their thoughts on the recently announced Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, and Cy Young Awards, before analyzing this season's AL and NL Platinum Glove award winners. Alex and Travis close with a discussion about recent revelations about the Angels' internal turnover and anti-analytic developments within their organization.

Shedtime Podcast
Hip Hop News and Baseball Stats

Shedtime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 91:40


Welcome Back Shed Heads!This week we have another jam packed episode for you!The guys talk about when teachers from high School get stoned. Have you ever encountered one of your old teachers at a dispensary?An arrest was made in the cold case of Tupac Shakur's death. Keefe D is heading to trial as the last remaining person alive to be involved in the crime.Uncle Chris asks, "What is LARPing?"Baseball is a numbers game? We get into so baseball stats that are incredibly mind blowing!Support the showWant More Shedtime Podcast?Want to Find the Show on your FAVORITE STREAMING SERVICE?Want more EXCLUSIVE CONTENT only available to the Shedheads?Visit the Shed on the web :http://www.shedtimepodcast.comFind the Shedtime Podcast on Instagram : @ShedtimePodcast

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Rangers World Champs, D-Backs Fall Short, and First Look at 2024 Offseason

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 62:21


EP 115: Alex and Travis react to the Texas Rangers winning the 2023 World Series. They give their thoughts on how the Rangers were able to come out on top and what went wrong for the Diamondbacks. Additionally, Alex and Travis discuss new developments on managerial hiring rumors throughout MLB, the official announcement of Shohei Ohtani's free agency, and other first headlines of the offseason.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Rangers and D-Backs World Series, Astros and Phillies Fall Short

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 88:30


EP 114: Alex and Travis breakdown the biggest moments, headlines, and trends of ALCS and NLCS. They discuss how the Astros and Phillies got cold at the wrong time, and they preview what a Rangers Diamondbacks World Series will look like. Additionally, Alex and Travis talk about Dusty Baker's pending retirement, Bob Melvin joining the Giants, and managerial vacancies across MLB.

Fantasy Aceball
#142 What Baseball Stats Matter Most for Fantasy w/ Jon Anderson

Fantasy Aceball

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 95:39


Tim Kanak (@fanatsyaceball) and Jon Anderson (@JonPgh) discuss the Trevor May retirement bomb and how baseball can increase competition amongst all teams; then talk about what stats matter when evaluating minor leaguers and what stats fantasy baseball players should use when trying to measure predictive outcomes. ***MUST LISTEN EPISODE! | Episode 142 Please subscribe to the podcast for more fantasy baseball information and visit FWFB (Friends With Fantasy Benefits) to read more of Tim's other content related to rankings, fScores and fantasy advice. Please rate and review the podcast and follow both Tim and Jon on Twitter for more great content!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Phils and Rangers Are Rolling, Plus Kim Ng Out and Woodruff Injury

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 46:07


EP 113: Alex and Travis recap their thoughts on the surprises of the Division Series round, before breaking down both 2-0 series in the ALCS and NLCS. How much trouble are the Astros and D-Backs in? Who has a bigger edge between the Phillies and the Rangers? Alex and Travis close with a discussion about general manager Kim Ng's sudden departure from the Marlins and how the Brewers will approach the offseason after Brandon Woodruff's unfortunate injury update.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Twins and Diamondbacks Clutch, Rangers and Phillies Mash, LDS Predictions

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 129:14


EP 112: Alex and Travis open with their reactions to each of the Wild Card Series sweeps. Then, they preview the 2 ALDS and 2 NLDS series coming up and give their predictions for who will advance to the Championship Series. They close with their thoughts on the upcoming Angels manager decision and the Mets-Eppler investigation by MLB.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
2023 WILD CARD PREVIEW!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 39:13


Alex and Travis host an emergency podcast to break down each of the Wild Card series to kick off the 2023 MLB Playoffs!

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
70/40, a Weird Brewers Team, and Players the Media is Lying About

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 95:50


EP 110: This week, Alex and Travis open with their reaction to Ronald Acuna Jr reaching the 40 home run 70 stolen base milestone. They break down several seasons from players across MLB who are having seasons that are a lot better or worse than you would expect. Then, they discuss how the Brewers have been able to remain a legitimate playoff team despite a remarkably subpar offense. Alex and Travis try figure out where the Padres go from here after some concerning Josh Hader comments, before closing a with a tribute to the late great Brooks Robinson.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Chaim Bloom Out, Ohtani UCL Surgery, Soto Sleeper, and NL MVP Update

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 85:05


EP 109: Alex and Travis open with a discussion on Adam Wainwright's bittersweet season as he reaches 200 career wins. Then, they dive into the controversial firing of Red Sox GM Chaim Bloom, before switching gears to some interesting off the field developments for George Kirby and Alek Manoah. Alex and Travis break down an incredibly underrated Juan Soto season and a confusing year for the Padres, and then give a quick update on their NL MVP tracker. They close with the news of Shohei Ohtani's UCL surgery, his cleaned out locker, and other drama surrounding the Angels' uncertain offseason.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Angels, Padres, and Mets Uncertain Futures; Dodgers Stay Dominant; and Who is the NL MVP?

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 92:45


EP 108: Alex and Travis open with the spiraling Angels, what went wrong, and what they try to do in the offseason. Then they shift to the Padres and discuss how that talented roster has failed to live up to the hype. They breakdown the future of the Mets and how this could impact Pete Alonso this coming offseason, before debating how the Dodgers have been able to dominate yet again with fewer big names on the roster than ever before. They close by picking sides on the tight race for NL MVP.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
NL Wild Card Chaos, AL MVP-2 Favorites, Shortstop and SP Rankings Revisited

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 82:42


EP 107: Alex and Travis open with an ice breaker question that has them draft their greatest infield of all time. Then they give their thoughts on the major fluctuations happening in the NL Wild Card race over the past couple weeks. Alex and Travis go on to discuss some of the big risers and fallers this season in the Shortstop and Starting Pitcher Power Rankings. They debate some of the best AL MVP candidates that could win if not for Shohei Ohtani, and they close with some Dodgers optimism, White Sox dysfunction, and Rays woes.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
2023 TRADE DEADLINE SPECIAL

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 101:50


EP 106: This week Alex and Travis cover all the big moves that occurred over the last week before the MLB trade deadline. They give their takes on if teams actually moved the needle on their postseason chances, and they debate which teams made good or bad decisions as both wild card races and several divisions still hang in the balance.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Ohtani Off-Limits, Greatest Single Day in Baseball History, Trade Deadline Moves, Awards Odds Recap

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 131:12


EP 105: This week, Alex and Travis open with a breakdown on the greatest single day of baseball ever played by one player. They die into the news that Ohtani will remain an Angel in 2023 as the Angels add Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez. The Dodgers kick off their deadline by adding depth in Kiké Hernandez and Amed Rosario. Alex and Travis proceed by discussing which teams will become buyers and sellers before the trade deadline, and they debate who will end up on top of a dead even NL Wild Card race. They close with their thoughts on the fluctuating awards odds, as some accolades are completely up for grabs and other award races are already over.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
The Ohtani Trade Deadline Debate, Fujinami to Baltimore, and What Now for the Yanks?

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2023 58:08


EP 104: The Shohei Ohtani trade deadline buzz is becoming one of the hottest topics in sports. Alex and Travis give their takes on the situation from every angle: the Angels' perspective, potential buyers, who could extend him, his future contract, and more. Then, Alex and Travis discuss the first notable trade of the trade season as Shintaro Fujinami is sent to the Orioles to bolster their bullpen. Finally, they close with a breakdown on where the Yankees go from here after falling to 5th place in the AL East and several holes in their roster.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Big Trouble in Anaheim, All-Star Game Roster, and 1st Half All-MLB Team

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 120:20


EP 103: This week, Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the Shohei Ohtani decision that looms over the Angels as the trade deadline approaches. They discuss some Dodgers pitching woes and a questionable pre-season prediction, before revealing and debating their 1st Half All-MLB teams. Alex and Travis close with their thoughts on the 2023 All-Star Game rosters, the key snubs, and a quick prediction on the Home Run Derby.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
2023 All Star Game Finalists, Wild Card Race Updates, Arraez for MVP?

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 93:29


EP 102: Alex and Travis open with their selections between the finalists at each position on the 2023 All-Star Game ballot. Then, they break down some of the hot hitters in MLB right now, including Jordan Walker and Luis Arraez. They debate if Arraez can earn MVP consideration by hitting .400. Finally, Alex and Travis review the current Wild Card race standings in each league and discuss how they see the playoff picture shaping up as we reach the halfway point of the season.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Ohtani-Mania, Elly Breakout, Corbin MVP Watch, Arraez .400, and Power Rankings

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 108:31


EP 101: This week, Alex and Travis catch up on the biggest headlines in MLB this month: deGrom hurt, Elly de la Cruz debut, Luis Arraez chasing .400, and Corbin Carroll's breakout as a superstar. They answer some debate questions about the Yankees struggles and about who the better young superstar is between Corbin and Julio. Finally, Alex and Travis present their updated Power Rankings for the top 10 teams in MLB, and they debate where some of the best teams stand at the halfway point of the season.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
EP 100 Special! All MLB Update, May Player of the Month, and Can Anyone Prevent a Judge/Ohtani MVP race?

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 134:36


EP 100: This week, Alex and Travis open by picking the biggest surprises, both good and bad, through two months of the season. They cover respond to some fun tweets about the best lefty hitter since bonds and if it makes sense to try Ohtani as an outfielder/reliever combo. Then, Alex and Travis explain their picks for their updated All-MLB teams through May, before debating their picks for Player of the Month. Lastly, they give some love to promising players like rookie sensation Ben Joyce and take a look at early MVP favorites for 2023. Can anyone prevent another Judge/Ohtani two-man race? Wander, you're our only hope...

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Midterm Report Cards for Teams and Players, and Ranking the Best #99s

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 78:47


This week, Alex and Travis open with a fun breakdown of the best #99 players across US sports in celebration of episode 99, before discussing the drama surrounding the viral Aaron Judge peek. Then, Alex and Travis go over the notable players and teams through the first quarter of the season and give out midterm report card grades.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Kenley 400, the Problem with the Central, and Way Too Early Trade Ideas

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2023 97:28


EP 98: Alex and Travis open with praise and a career retrospective on Kenley Jansen and his 400 career saves milestone. They break down some of the key pitching injuries and how they are impacting the season, specifically in the race for the AL West, before having a larger conversation about the current weakness of both central divisions and a proposed solution to restore balance to MLB. Alex and Travis then discuss some potential early trade pieces, buyers, and sellers as the season's standings begin to take form. They close with a brief look back at the Arraez-Lopez trade that many describe as a win-win.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
April All-MLB Team, Harper Returns, Major Injuries, Bad Teams, and Power Rankings

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 122:09


EP 97: Alex and Travis open with the news that Bryce Harper has been cleared to DH for the Phillies as soon as Tuesday, then they jump into other storylines across the league: bad White Sox, bad Cardinals, good Pirates, Robbie Ray out for season, Aaron Judge and Jacob deGrom to the IL. They discuss and debate their picks for the 2023 April All-MLB team and pick their April Player of the Month. They close with their updated Top 10 Teams Power Rankings.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Pitcher Power Rankings, Start/Bench/Cut, Major Injuries, Greene Extension

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 47:23


EP 96: This week Alex and Travis open by recapping the players of the week. Then, they go over some of the biggest storylines in MLB: from Hunter Greene's contract extension to Jeffrey Springs' Tommy John to Logan O'Hoppe's torn labrum and more. They play a game of start, bench, cut for the breakout young left handed outfielders in Brandon Marsh, Jarred Kelenic, and James Outman. Then, Alex and Travis take a stand on the MLB Starting Pitcher Power Rankings that MLB.com released over the weekend. 

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Astros and Dodgers Slow Starts, deGrom Hurt, Harper 1B, and Neto Debut

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 73:33


EP 95: Alex and Travis open with a game of Panic Meter, discussing which teams amid slow starts should be worried about their play, including the Astros, Dodgers, White Sox, Cardinals, and more. Then, they discuss hot topics around the league from another deGrom injury to Zach Neto getting called up to Pablo Lopez's extension. They close with a discussion about Bryce Harper's looming return to the Phillies and if it makes sense for him to see action as a first baseman.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
Red Hot Rays, and Buy or Sell: Brewers Hitting, Cards Pitching, Adley? Plus Our First 2023 Power Rankings

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 64:37


EP 94: Alex and Travis open with this week's players of the week before diving into the top storyline: the Rays dominance. They play a game of Buyers or Sellers, discussing the AL East, the Brewers hot bats vs the Cardinals weak arms, Logan O'Hoppe rookie breakout, Adley Rutschman as the best catcher in baseball, and more. Then, Alex and Travis unveil and debate the top 10 teams in their first Power Rankings of the 2023 season.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
2023 Season Preview, Favorite Bets, and WBC Final Reaction

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 114:16


EP 93: Alex and Travis open with their thoughts on the legendary finale of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. With Opening Day nearly upon us, Alex and Travis discuss their predictions and their favorite bets for the 2023 MLB season, from breakout candidates to award winners to playoff results and everything in between.

2 Tools Baseball Podcast
World Baseball Classic Recap, Plus AL and NL West Over/Unders

2 Tools Baseball Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 127:51


EP 92: Alex and Travis open with a full recap of all the storylines coming out of the group phase of the World Baseball Classic, from superstar performances to shocking upsets to tragic injuries. Then they discuss the confusing direction of the 2023 Miami Marlins after two more odd signings. Alex and Travis debate the best position players and pitchers of this generation in response to online disagreement on baseball Twitter, and they close with their over/under picks for the 2023 records of AL and NL West teams.

HILF: History I'd Like to F**k
HILF 22: Baseball with Joe Dungun

HILF: History I'd Like to F**k

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 65:13


Dawn welcomes Joe Dungan a guy who likes HILF and Baseball so much he asked to be drafted as a guest. Together Dawn and Joe cover the origins of the game, as well as Dawn's top 3 HILFs from baseball's history: Shoeless Joe Jackson, Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson. Play ball!00:06:30 - Dawn starts with the mythical origin of Baseball: Cooperstown and Abner Doubleday. A lovable story that, perhaps was an attempt to obscure the more elite, urban and gentrified beginning to America's Pastime. The real beginning of baseball came from the marbled halls of the Knickerbocker Club in New York City - a club so elite they wouldn't (for awhile) even admit a Rockefeller.  00:17:32 - It wasn't long after the beginning of organized baseball leagues and the rift between Owners and Players that cheating scandals began. The 1919 World Series wasn't the first, but it was the biggest to date - and it ended the career of the sad case of Shoeless Joe Jackson. PART 200:34:28 - After the break, Joe and Dawn discuss their favorite baseball movies. League of Their Own, The Natural, Major League - it's a long list. Dawn confesses that her top five includes The Sandlot - which was where she first learned about the legendary status of The Bambino, Babe Ruth.  00:53:33 - Jackie Robinson, the first black player in Major League Baseball, has an incredible story. Not only are the events of his life incredible, but the impact he had on the game - and therefore American Culture - is immeasurable. Hear about his early days, his height of fame, and his graceful exit from the game. ---See more and keep up with us on:INSTAGRAMFACEBOOKAmong my best sources for this episode was the AMAZING Ken Burns Documentary on PBS. Support your local station and watch it. 19 hours of baseball history, baby... oh yeah.    

Holmberg's Morning Sickness
07-20-22 - Huge Long Hair Pulled From Sandwich Ruined John's Lunch After Golf - New Baseball Stats Are Ruining The Game For Kids To Want To Play Like We Used To

Holmberg's Morning Sickness

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 29:55


Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Opening Break - Wednesday July 20, 2022