Podcast appearances and mentions of Brad Keller

Episode Summary: I'm back after a few hectic weeks, and with Opening Day (for most of MLB) here, it felt like the perfect time to drop a season preview episode! This one's a little shorter, but I wanted to break down the Cubs' final 26-man roster, talk through what went right and wrong this offseason, and give you my predictions for 2025. I also dive into how I'm approaching this season personally—falling back in love with baseball after a stressful winter, enjoying the game wherever I can find it, and just appreciating the ride. Cubs, college ball, high school, youth leagues—I'm all in. Let's talk expectations, roster surprises, and whether this team has what it takes to win the division and make a deep postseason run. ⚾️ What I Cover in This Episode:

It's opening day 2.0 and the Cubs still aren't playing when the sun's out. Oh well, everything can't be perfect. Let's take a look at some big keys to the season like Matt Shaw being good, Petecrow taking the next step and Michael Busch hopefully proving he's more than just a guy. Let's discuss what Jed said to our good friend Jon Greenberg about his future and Kyle Tucker's, what the Cubs had to do to make room for Tater and for Brad Keller's huge dome and how phantom injuries helped keep all the guys they wanted to. We'll make fun of CHSN for still not being anywhere were anybody can see them and revisit Andy's sure to be perfect baseball predictions. And then a little bonus, some TV shows you should be watching and a book or two. All that, and more.

Sure, the Dodgers might have the best player of his generation and two other Japanese fireballers, but there's no dispute that the Cubs' Japanese players returning home to play in next week's games are more fun. Seiya's hitting baseballs with a samurai sword, Shōta's making fun of his manager's batting stance. That has to be worth something, right? Tom Loxas is on hand to discuss this, why the Cubs are bothering with Lance Lynn, PCA's emergence, what do the Cubs see in Brad Keller, and the future of Tater Workman. Plus, the Bears moves make a lot more sense than we're used to. All that, and more

After a few twists and turns, the Cubs landed on bringing their top prospect to Japan and almost certainly making him a big part of their Opening Day roster. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss all the roster ramifications and how things set up for the Tokyo Series. How much does the club believe in Rule 5 draft pick Gage Workman? And what to make of Brad Keller's spring showing? The games are about to get real.Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

The Cubs and their 31-man roster are in Japan. The biggest news of that group is that top prospect Matt Shaw is with the team and will presumptively be the team's Opening Day starter at the hot corner. The Cubs Weekly Podcast analyzes Shaw's inclusion on the travel squad to Japan and why the organization decided to include him on the team. Hosts Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez discuss the benefits of rostering him and what it could mean moving forward.Andracki and Martínez then look at one of the key names who didn't make the traveling squad — reliever Keegan Thompson. The duo breaks down why he was left off and whether this spells the end of his tenure as a Cub.In the spirit of March Madness, Andracki and Martínez look at the roster with a college hoops lens: who were the last four players in? They discuss why the team included Jordan Wicks, Brad Keller, Ben Brown and Daniel Palencia on the 31-man list and where they might fit in.Before the podcast wraps up, the duo looks at one of the surprise stories of camp — Rule 5 Draft pick Gage Workman, how he worked his way onto the Opening Day roster and what he brings to this roster.

Matt Shaw's oblique has sidelined him for longer than Cubs fans expected. Is this a growing concern? Also, with Brad Keller's recent success, is there a shot he makes the Opening Day roster?Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections...2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist: • Cubs Spring Training 2025 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: / cubstalk Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Today we are breaking down the latest Red Sox Free Agent Signing. The Red Sox signed former Royals starter Brad Keller. We take a look at why The Red Sox may have wanted to make this free agent signing, why Brad Keller was chosen, and what kind of impact this Red Sox roster move could make on the 2024 Red Sox!

The Chicago White Sox headed north of the border to get stomped by the Toronto Blue Jays. Toronto clobbered two home runs in their 9-3 win. Does this outing hurt Fedde's trade value? What does the Sox's rotation look like after Brad Keller was Designated for Assignment? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson as they recap today's game. An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard  BUY OUR NEW CHICAGO COLLECTION! https://chgolocker.com/collections/th... PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE:    / chgosports   ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports  WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://CHGOLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER:  http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo  Head to https://salernospizza.com or call 312-666-3444 for more information - Mention CHGO and get half off your pizza! Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy. Go to https://Lucy.co/CHGOSox and use promo code (CHGOSox) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy offers FREE SHIPPING and has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind. That's LUCY.CO and use code (CHGOSox) to get 20% off and always FREE shipping. And here comes the fine print: Lucy products are ONLY for adults of legal age, and every order is age-verified. WARNING: This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is an addictive chemical. Use code chgosox50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgosox50 Go to https://leinie.com/CHGO to find delivery options near you, or pick up Leinenkugel's pretty much anywhere they sell beer. Leinenkugel's. Flavor the moment. Celebrate Responsibly. The Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company. Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Visit http://chgo.cdone.com for affordable cleaning services near you - pick from an in-store or online pickup and delivery coupon options! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/CHGO and use promo code “CHGO10” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. AG1 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://drinkAG1.com/CHGOSox  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. #WhiteSox #ChicagoWhiteSox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Record Date: 5/19/2024 Rundown [Intro] James Fegan reports that the Chicago White Sox are designated for assignment pitcher Brad Keller and promoting White Sox first round picks Noah Schultz and Jacob Gonzalez to Birmingham [7:24] Thoughts about Noah Schultz getting tested in AA [14:40] After the Yankees swept the White Sox, Josh Nelson wants the White Sox front office to remember home runs are important when rebuilding the roster [25:12] John Schriffen Minute as his comment about "Radio Losers" will get plenty of airtime Monday morning from radio shows [32:01] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays as they are drowning to start 2024 [43:44] Around MLB: Guardians sweep Twins, Cubs dealing with an injury bug, and here come the Astros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes reacted to Bears season-ticket holders taking issue with a rise in package prices. James Fegan of Sox Machine then joined show to discuss the White Sox designating right-hander Brad Keller for assignment, slugger Eloy Jimenez playing in the outfield for the first time this season in the club's 7-2 loss to the Yankees on Sunday and more.

Sox fans! Our Chicago White Sox (14-33) were swept by the New York Yankees over the weekend. It was the seventh time this season that the Sox have been swept. Brad Keller was designated for assignment, Bryan Ramos landed on the IL but is on the mend and Eloy Jimenez played some right field. John Schriffen took a jab at The Score 670 and Tommy Pham is playing for his ticket out of Chicago. The Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles are on deck for the last place Chicago White Sox. Thank you for the continued support. #WhiteSox --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/good-guys-talk-back/message

Chicago White Sox vs. New York Yankees MLB Betting Pick Prediction 5/18/2024 by Tony T. White Sox at Yankees—Brad Keller to start for Chicago. Keller appeared in four games dealing with an ERA of 2.84 with WHIP of 1.18. The righthander strikes out 16.4% with 9.1% walks. Ground balls dealt at 56.1% with 0.71 home runs per nine innings. A FIP of 3.90 suggests a rise in ERA based on form. Luis Gil to start for New York. Gil in eight starts has an ERA of 2.51 with WHIP of 1.09. Righty fans 27.4% with 14.9% walks. Grounders sit at 39.4% with 0.63 home runs per nine innings.

Sox fans! Our Chicago White Sox are (4-11) in Cactus League play and have the worst run differential (-36) in all of Spring Training. It's the just the spring though, right? Oscar Colas was one of the dozen cuts made by the White Sox. What percentage of miles per hour does Pedro Grifol want from him moving forward? Ex Royals pitcher, Brad Keller, was signed by the White Sox to a minor league deal. Can the Sox adopt an old KC logo for the 2024 season? Michael Kopech continues to struggle in the first inning and Grifol is noncommittal on the five man rotation. The navigation of the desert life is a struggle. Thanks for the continued support. Go Sox. #WhiteSox #ChicagoWhiteSox --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/good-guys-talk-back/message

Former Kansas City Royal, Brad Keller has agreed to terms on a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox. Is he the most hated White Sox upon arrival? Plus, Oscar Colás got sent down to the AAA Charlotte roster. Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson as they discuss! #springtraining  An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard  BUY OUR NEW CHICAGO COLLECTION! https://chgolocker.com/collections/th... PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports  WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://CHGOLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER:  http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo  Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CHGO and use code CHGO for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick More. Pick Less. It's that easy! Go to https://leinie.com/CHGO to find delivery options near you, or pick up Leinenkugel's pretty much anywhere they sell beer. Leinenkugel's. Flavor the moment. Celebrate Responsibly. The Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company. Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Visit http://chgo.cdone.com for affordable cleaning services near you - pick from an in-store or online pickup and delivery coupon options! Schedule a free in-home estimate today with Empire! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://EmpireToday.com/CHGO for details. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/CHGO and use promo code “CHGO10” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. AG1 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://drinkAG1.com/CHGOSox  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. #WhiteSox #ChicagoWhiteSox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pastor and Life Coach, Brad Keller is in-studio to talk about mindset. Retirement is a new season with a new set of challenges. However, if you enter retirement, or any new season for that matter, with the proper mindset, it opens the door for you to walk into God's fullness and abundance for your life. In this podcast, Brad talks about the spiritual application of having the proper mindset and he gives you three things that will happen whenever you walk into a new season including retirement.

Pastor and Life Coach, Brad Keller is in-studio to talk about mindset. Retirement is a new season with a new set of challenges. However, if you enter retirement, or any new season for that matter, with the proper mindset, it opens the door for you to walk into God's fullness and abundance for your life. In this podcast, Brad talks about the spiritual application of having the proper mindset and he gives you three things that will happen whenever you walk into a new season including retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack compares the Royals and White Sox rebuilds, questions why Brad Keller is back in Kansas City, and explains what Pratto needs to fix this offseason. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Jack compares the Royals and White Sox rebuilds, questions why Brad Keller is back in Kansas City, and explains what Pratto needs to fix this offseason.  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Jack explains why it's important to build a bullpen with guys like John McMillon, discusses the end of an era with Brad Keller, and dives into what an extension might look like for Bobby Witt Jr.  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Jack explains why it's important to build a bullpen with guys like John McMillon, discusses the end of an era with Brad Keller, and dives into what an extension might look like for Bobby Witt Jr. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The host of Locked On Royals, and the Night Shift on Sports Radio 810, Jack Johnson hops on the pod to take Royals ball and what we can expect from them in the future. Prospects, Salvy, Brad Keller + much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack recaps Cole Ragans start as a Royal, tries to figure out what is going on with Brad Keller and debates if Drew Waters is primed for a breakout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jack recaps Cole Ragans start as a Royal, tries to figure out what is going on with Brad Keller and debates if Drew Waters is primed for a breakout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's trending with Austin Cox on the mound for the Royals, Brad Keller's rehab start is today, Kelce admits he is being underpaid, NFL players will be suspend for the year for gambling, Vern on the Royals, and the random question.

With a .267 OBP is it time for the Royals to look at moving Bobby Witt down in the batting order?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss everything involved in a decision to move Witt down. Also...- How bullish should Royals fans be on Nick Pratto's hot start to the season?- Is Salvador Perez on track for the Hall of Fame? If not, what will it take?- What to make of the latest sweep at the hands of the White Sox?- Brad Keller hit the IL... could it have been prevented?- The Minor League Minute.

On today's episode, Javier absolutely loses his mind recapping the series between the Padres and Royals. With Rylan Stiles along for the ride, the two talk about the Padres anemic offense, Vinnie Pasquantino's breakout season, the Padres only win being due to Brad Keller walking EIGHT batters, the runners in scoring position phenomenon, Seth Lugo and Manny Machado's injuries, and Javi goes absolutely M A D towards the end (those who watch the video will especially enjoy!). Go Padres.Check out the Tatis bobblehead!Check out the Youtube Channel for the show!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase.Ultimate Pro Baseball GMTo download the game just visit probaseballgm.com or look it up on the app stores. Our listeners get a 100% free boost to their franchise when using the promo LOCKEDON (ALL CAPS) in the game store.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Javier absolutely loses his mind recapping the series between the Padres and Royals. With Rylan Stiles along for the ride, the two talk about the Padres anemic offense, Vinnie Pasquantino's breakout season, the Padres only win being due to Brad Keller walking EIGHT batters, the runners in scoring position phenomenon, Seth Lugo and Manny Machado's injuries, and Javi goes absolutely M A D towards the end (those who watch the video will especially enjoy!). Go Padres. Check out the Tatis bobblehead! Check out the Youtube Channel for the show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Ultimate Pro Baseball GM To download the game just visit probaseballgm.com or look it up on the app stores. Our listeners get a 100% free boost to their franchise when using the promo LOCKEDON (ALL CAPS) in the game store. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Penfield, Jordan Foote and Josh Keiser recap a mixed bag of a week for the Kansas City Royals and highlight the recent struggles of Brad Keller while also pointing out a few of the positive recent developments at all levels for the organization.  — Download the KC Sports App. It's FREE. Stay connected to all your favorite teams in one simple app.  Just search “KC Sports Network” in the App Store or on Google Play and hit install. It's 100% free! Apple devices: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 Android devices: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en — Subscribe to the KCSN Daily Substack for film reviews, exclusive podcasts, KC Draft guide, discounts and access, giveaways, merch drops and more at https://kcsn.substack.com/subscribe — FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.ne... Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork Substack - https://kcsn.substack.com Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second hour of the show former Royals pitcher Jaime Bluma joined the guys in studio as he gave his analysis of last night's loss. The guys talk with Bluma about what's next for Brad Keller as he is dipping this season as a starter. Then, the guys get into the mysterious case out of baseball from last night between the Toronto Blue Jays announcers and the Yankees Aaron JudgeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Tuesday's edition of The Zone by discussing Brad Keller's control issues in last night's Royals loss to the Padres and why the Royals have issues in their leadoff spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Last Night Detroit Tigers 5, Cleveland Guardians 0 Kansas City Royals 9, Chicago White Sox 1 Chicago Cubs 10, St. Louis Cardinals 4 Tigers 5, Guardians 0 – Rodriguez strikes out 8 in 4th straight win, Tigers shut out Guardians Eduardo Rodriguez struck out eight over seven innings, Javier Báez had two hits and two runs and the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 5-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians to win the three-game series. Rodriguez gave up four hits and two walks, allowing only two runners past first base in his sixth straight dominant performance. The left-hander is 4-0 with a 0.43 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 41 2/3 innings since April 12. Báez singled, doubled and scored twice in the first three innings as the Tigers built a 5-0 lead. In two starts against the Guardians this year, Rodriguez has thrown 15 scoreless innings and earned two wins. Royals 9, White Sox 1 – Pratto, Massey, Olivares homer as Royals blast White Sox 9-1 Nick Pratto homered and drove in three supporting Brad Keller’s first win in almost a month as the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox, 9-1. The Royals batted around with six hits in the first inning against Lance Lynn, who surrendered seven runs over five innings. Michael Massey and Edward Olivares added solo homers for Kansas City.  Gavin Sheets walked to lead off the second and scored on Hanser Alberto’s single for Chicago’s lone run. Cubs 10, Cardinals 4 – Steele moves to 6-0, Cubs get HRs from Wisdom and Gomes in 10-4 win over Cardinals Patrick Wisdom and Yan Gomes homered to lead unbeaten Justin Steele and the Chicago Cubs past the St. Louis Cardinals 10-4, snapping a three-game skid. Steele gave up three runs and seven hits in six innings, striking out three and walking three. He joined Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw as the only six-game winners in the National League. Nolan Arenado hit his first triple of the season for St. Louis, which had won three straight after dropping eight in a row. Jordan Montgomery lost for the fifth time in six starts after giving up six runs in five innings. Today Chicago White Sox (Clevinger 2-3) at Kansas City (Singer 2-4), 2:10 p.m. Tigers and Cubs are off NHL – National Hockey League – 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs – Round 2 (Best of 7) Last Night Toronto Maple Leafs 2, Florida Panthers 1                              (FLA leads 3-1) Edmonton Oilers 4, Vegas Golden Knights 1                            (Series tied 2-2) Leafs 2, Panthers 1 – Maple Leafs avoid elimination by topping Panthers 2-1 in Game 4 Joseph Woll stopped 24 shots in his first playoff start, Mitch Marner and William Nylander had the goals and the Toronto Maple Leafs staved off elimination by beating the Florida Panthers 2-1 in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series Wednesday night. Nylander was the beneficiary of an odd bounce for a power-play score in the second period, Marner scored midway through the third and Woll did the rest as he took the place of injured starter Ilya Samsonov. Sam Reinhart scored the goal for Florida, which got 23 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky. The Panthers still lead the series 3-1, with Game 5 in Toronto on Friday night. Oilers 4, Golden Knights 1 – Nugent-Hopkins has goal, assist to help Oilers beat Golden Knights 4-1 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a goal and an assist as the Oilers beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-1 Wednesday night to even their second-round playoff series at two games apiece. Nick Bjugstad, Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm also scored as the Oilers built a four-goal lead in the second period. Connor McDavid had two assists and Stuart Skinner stopped 25 shots.  Nicolas Roy scored in the third period for Vegas. Adin Hill stopped 29 shots in his first NHL playoff start after playing minutes in the two previous games of the series.  Game 5 of the best-of-seven series is Friday night at Las Vegas, and Game 6 will be back in Edmonton on Sunday. Tonight New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes, 7:00 p.m.                  (CAR leads 3-1) Seattle Kraken at Dallas Stars, 9:30 p.m.                                (Series tied 2-2) NBA – National Basketball Association Playoffs – Round 2 (Best of 7) Last Night New York Knicks 112, Miami Heat 103                                     (MIA leads 3-2) Golden State Warriors 121, Los Angeles Lakers 106                 (LAL leads 3-2) Knicks 112, Heat 103 – Brunson scores 38 points, Knicks beat Heat 112-103 in Game 5 Jalen Brunson had 38 points, nine rebounds and seven assists while playing all 48 minutes in a season-extending performance, and the New York Knicks beat the Miami Heat 112-103 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Knicks denied the Heat’s first attempt to become just the second No. 8 seed to reach the conference finals and sent the series back to Miami for Game 6 on Friday night. RJ Barrett added 26 points and Julius Randle had 24 for the fifth-seeded Knicks, who stayed alive in hopes of reaching the conference finals for the first time since 2000. They did that by getting by the Heat in seven games in the second round, a possibility that still exists. Warriors 121, Lakers 106 – Warriors stave off elimination, force Game 6 by beating Lakers 121-106 Stephen Curry had 27 points and eight assists, Andrew Wiggins added 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and the defending champion Golden State Warriors staved off elimination by beating the Los Angeles Lakers 121-106 in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night. LeBron James had 25 points and nine rebounds for Los Angeles. Anthony Davis added 23 points and nine rebounds but went to the locker room late after appearing to take a hit in the head from Kevon Looney. Draymond Green contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds as Golden State played tough defense that led to better chances on the offensive end. Now, it’s back to LA for Game 6 on Friday night Tonight Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers, 7:30 p.m.                        (PHI leads 3-2) Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns, 10:00 p.m.                            (DEN leads 3-2) NCAAMBB –  Son of NBA great Dennis Rodman transferring to USC, joining Bronny James The son of another NBA great says he’ll play for Southern California next season. D.J. Rodman said on social media that he’s transferring from Washington State to USC. The son of rebounding great Dennis Rodman played his first four seasons for the Cougars. He’ll use a fifth year of eligibility because of the COVID-19 pandemic to finish his college career closer to his hometown of Newport Beach. Bronny James announced on social media last weekend that he will play at USC. His father, LeBron James, stars for the Los Angeles Lakers. NCAAMBB – Huggins agrees to pay cut, suspension for homophobic slur West Virginia basketball coach Bob Huggins has agreed to a three-game suspension and a $1 million pay cut after he used a homophobic slur during a radio show. The agreement allows Huggins to keep his job as the school’s basketball coach, but the blunder will leave a lasting mark on his Hall of Fame career. During a call to a Cincinnati radio station Monday, Huggins was asked whether he had a chance of landing an Xavier player from the transfer portal. Huggins then made offensive comments about Xavier fans. He later apologized. Huggins will also be required to meet with LGBTQ+ leaders as part of the agreement. NCAAFB – Smart says declining invitation for White House visit was not political Georgia coach Kirby Smart insists there was no political motivation behind the decision for his national championship football team to decline an invitation to visit the White House in June. Instead, Smart says scheduling issues, including a youth camp in June at the Georgia football facility, made it impossible for the Bulldogs to accept the invitation to attend a June 12 event with other college teams at the White House. The event is described by President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden as “College Athlete Day.” Smart told the Athens Banner-Herald “Timeline-wise it didn’t work.” Golf – PGA Championship has 99 of top 100 in the field for Oak Hill, no Sergio Garcia The PGA Championship always tries to get the strongest field in the majors. This year is no exception. The field next week for Oak Hill just outside Rochester, New York, features 99 of the top 100 in the world ranking. Missing is Will Zalatoris, who is out for the rest of the season after back surgery. The field features 18 players who play for Saudi-backed LIV Golf. One player missing from the 155-player list is Sergio Garcia. He is No. 189 in the world. LIV Golf does not get ranking points. This will be the first time Garcia is ineligible for a major since 1999. NFL – Ex-Raider Ruggs pleads guilty to driving drunk at 156 mph, causing fatal crash Former Las Vegas Raiders player Henry Ruggs has admitted he drove drunk at up to 156 mph before causing a fiery crash that killed a woman in November 2021. The 24-year-old former first-round NFL draft pick avoided trial with a plea deal on Wednesday that is expected to result in a sentence of three to 10 years in state prison. Prosecutors dropped other charges, on which Ruggs might have faced up to 50 years behind bars. The former Alabama Crimson Tide player was dropped by the Raiders shortly after the crash. Family members of the woman who died declined to comment following Ruggs’ plea. He remains free pending sentencing Aug. 9. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Great Lakes 8, Lake County 1 West Michigan 9, Lansing 3 South Bend 10, Wisconsin 6 Today Lansing Lugnuts at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Lake County Captains, 6:35 p.m. South Bend Cubs at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 7:40 p.m. MHSAA – High School Sports Yesterday Girls Soccer St. Joseph 0, Portage Central 0 – TIE Lakeshore 5, Kalamazoo Central 1 Our Lady of the Lake 3, Michigan Lutheran 0 Dowagiac 3, Buchanan 1 Parchment 7, Brandywine 0 Schoolcraft 4, South Haven 3 Edwardsburg 4, Niles 0 Plainwell 4, Otsego 1 Three Rivers 0, Paw Paw 0 – TIE Vicksburg 10, Sturgis 0 Fennville 5, Constantine 0 Delton-Kellogg 2, Bridgman 0 Bloomingdale 6, Marcellus 1 Saugatuck 3, Kalamazoo Hackett 2 Battle Creek Lakeview 8, Battle Creek Central 0 Gull Lake 2, Portage Northern 1 Softball Buchanan 3, Kalamazoo Central 0 – Game 1 Buchanan 15, Kalamazoo Central 0 – Game 2 Three Rivers 10, Constantine 1 – Game 1 Three Rivers 13, Constantine 1 – Game 2 Girls Tennis St. Joseph 8, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 0 Niles 8, Dowagiac 0 Today Baseball Lakeshore at Battle Creek Central, 4:00 p.m. Portage Central at St. Joseph, 4:00 p.m. Buchanan at Bridgman, 4:15 p.m. Kalamazoo Central at BC Lakeview, 4:00 p.m. Gull Lake at Portage Northern, 4:00 p.m. Three Rivers at Constantine, 4:00 p.m. Plainwell at Kalamazoo Hackett, 4:30 p.m. Harper Creek at Sturgis, 4:00 p.m. Bloomingdale at Cassopolis, 4:30 p.m. White Pigeon at Decatur, 4:30 p.m. Marcellus at Hartford, 4:30 p.m. Centreville at Lawrence, 4:30 p.m. Comstock at Mendon, 4:30 p.m. Kalamazoo Christian at Allegan, 4:30 p.m. Gobles at Fennville, 4:30 p.m. Softball Lakeshore at New Prairie (IN), 5:00 p.m. Portage Central at St. Joseph, 4:00 p.m. Coloma at Paw Paw, 4:30 p.m. Watervliet at Bridgman, 4:15 p.m. Kalamazoo Central at BC Lakeview, 4:00 p.m. Gull Lake at Portage Northern, 4:00 p.m. Bloomingdale at Cassopolis, 4:30 p.m. White Pigeon at Decatur, 4:30 p.m. Marcellus at Hartford, 4:30 p.m. Centreville at Lawrence, 4:30 p.m. Comstock at Mendon, 4:30 p.m. Gobles at Fennville, 4:30 p.m. Lawton at Howardsville Christian, 4:15 p.m. Girls Soccer Fennville at Michigan Lutheran, 5:00 p.m. Coloma at Berrien Springs, 6:00 p.m. New Buffalo at Covert, 5:00 p.m. Hartford at Comstock, 5:00 p.m. Wyoming Potter’s House at Saugatuck, 5:45 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Last Night Detroit Tigers 5, Cleveland Guardians 0 Kansas City Royals 9, Chicago White Sox 1 Chicago Cubs 10, St. Louis Cardinals 4 Tigers 5, Guardians 0 – Rodriguez strikes out 8 in 4th straight win, Tigers shut out Guardians Eduardo Rodriguez struck out eight over seven innings, Javier Báez had two hits and two runs and the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 5-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians to win the three-game series. Rodriguez gave up four hits and two walks, allowing only two runners past first base in his sixth straight dominant performance. The left-hander is 4-0 with a 0.43 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 41 2/3 innings since April 12. Báez singled, doubled and scored twice in the first three innings as the Tigers built a 5-0 lead. In two starts against the Guardians this year, Rodriguez has thrown 15 scoreless innings and earned two wins. Royals 9, White Sox 1 – Pratto, Massey, Olivares homer as Royals blast White Sox 9-1 Nick Pratto homered and drove in three supporting Brad Keller’s first win in almost a month as the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox, 9-1. The Royals batted around with six hits in the first inning against Lance Lynn, who surrendered seven runs over five innings. Michael Massey and Edward Olivares added solo homers for Kansas City.  Gavin Sheets walked to lead off the second and scored on Hanser Alberto’s single for Chicago’s lone run. Cubs 10, Cardinals 4 – Steele moves to 6-0, Cubs get HRs from Wisdom and Gomes in 10-4 win over Cardinals Patrick Wisdom and Yan Gomes homered to lead unbeaten Justin Steele and the Chicago Cubs past the St. Louis Cardinals 10-4, snapping a three-game skid. Steele gave up three runs and seven hits in six innings, striking out three and walking three. He joined Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw as the only six-game winners in the National League. Nolan Arenado hit his first triple of the season for St. Louis, which had won three straight after dropping eight in a row. Jordan Montgomery lost for the fifth time in six starts after giving up six runs in five innings. Today Chicago White Sox (Clevinger 2-3) at Kansas City (Singer 2-4), 2:10 p.m. Tigers and Cubs are off NHL – National Hockey League – 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs – Round 2 (Best of 7) Last Night Toronto Maple Leafs 2, Florida Panthers 1                              (FLA leads 3-1) Edmonton Oilers 4, Vegas Golden Knights 1                            (Series tied 2-2) Leafs 2, Panthers 1 – Maple Leafs avoid elimination by topping Panthers 2-1 in Game 4 Joseph Woll stopped 24 shots in his first playoff start, Mitch Marner and William Nylander had the goals and the Toronto Maple Leafs staved off elimination by beating the Florida Panthers 2-1 in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series Wednesday night. Nylander was the beneficiary of an odd bounce for a power-play score in the second period, Marner scored midway through the third and Woll did the rest as he took the place of injured starter Ilya Samsonov. Sam Reinhart scored the goal for Florida, which got 23 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky. The Panthers still lead the series 3-1, with Game 5 in Toronto on Friday night. Oilers 4, Golden Knights 1 – Nugent-Hopkins has goal, assist to help Oilers beat Golden Knights 4-1 Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a goal and an assist as the Oilers beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-1 Wednesday night to even their second-round playoff series at two games apiece. Nick Bjugstad, Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm also scored as the Oilers built a four-goal lead in the second period. Connor McDavid had two assists and Stuart Skinner stopped 25 shots.  Nicolas Roy scored in the third period for Vegas. Adin Hill stopped 29 shots in his first NHL playoff start after playing minutes in the two previous games of the series.  Game 5 of the best-of-seven series is Friday night at Las Vegas, and Game 6 will be back in Edmonton on Sunday. Tonight New Jersey Devils at Carolina Hurricanes, 7:00 p.m.                  (CAR leads 3-1) Seattle Kraken at Dallas Stars, 9:30 p.m.                                (Series tied 2-2) NBA – National Basketball Association Playoffs – Round 2 (Best of 7) Last Night New York Knicks 112, Miami Heat 103                                     (MIA leads 3-2) Golden State Warriors 121, Los Angeles Lakers 106                 (LAL leads 3-2) Knicks 112, Heat 103 – Brunson scores 38 points, Knicks beat Heat 112-103 in Game 5 Jalen Brunson had 38 points, nine rebounds and seven assists while playing all 48 minutes in a season-extending performance, and the New York Knicks beat the Miami Heat 112-103 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Knicks denied the Heat’s first attempt to become just the second No. 8 seed to reach the conference finals and sent the series back to Miami for Game 6 on Friday night. RJ Barrett added 26 points and Julius Randle had 24 for the fifth-seeded Knicks, who stayed alive in hopes of reaching the conference finals for the first time since 2000. They did that by getting by the Heat in seven games in the second round, a possibility that still exists. Warriors 121, Lakers 106 – Warriors stave off elimination, force Game 6 by beating Lakers 121-106 Stephen Curry had 27 points and eight assists, Andrew Wiggins added 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and the defending champion Golden State Warriors staved off elimination by beating the Los Angeles Lakers 121-106 in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night. LeBron James had 25 points and nine rebounds for Los Angeles. Anthony Davis added 23 points and nine rebounds but went to the locker room late after appearing to take a hit in the head from Kevon Looney. Draymond Green contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds as Golden State played tough defense that led to better chances on the offensive end. Now, it’s back to LA for Game 6 on Friday night Tonight Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers, 7:30 p.m.                        (PHI leads 3-2) Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns, 10:00 p.m.                            (DEN leads 3-2) NCAAMBB –  Son of NBA great Dennis Rodman transferring to USC, joining Bronny James The son of another NBA great says he’ll play for Southern California next season. D.J. Rodman said on social media that he’s transferring from Washington State to USC. The son of rebounding great Dennis Rodman played his first four seasons for the Cougars. He’ll use a fifth year of eligibility because of the COVID-19 pandemic to finish his college career closer to his hometown of Newport Beach. Bronny James announced on social media last weekend that he will play at USC. His father, LeBron James, stars for the Los Angeles Lakers. NCAAMBB – Huggins agrees to pay cut, suspension for homophobic slur West Virginia basketball coach Bob Huggins has agreed to a three-game suspension and a $1 million pay cut after he used a homophobic slur during a radio show. The agreement allows Huggins to keep his job as the school’s basketball coach, but the blunder will leave a lasting mark on his Hall of Fame career. During a call to a Cincinnati radio station Monday, Huggins was asked whether he had a chance of landing an Xavier player from the transfer portal. Huggins then made offensive comments about Xavier fans. He later apologized. Huggins will also be required to meet with LGBTQ+ leaders as part of the agreement. NCAAFB – Smart says declining invitation for White House visit was not political Georgia coach Kirby Smart insists there was no political motivation behind the decision for his national championship football team to decline an invitation to visit the White House in June. Instead, Smart says scheduling issues, including a youth camp in June at the Georgia football facility, made it impossible for the Bulldogs to accept the invitation to attend a June 12 event with other college teams at the White House. The event is described by President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden as “College Athlete Day.” Smart told the Athens Banner-Herald “Timeline-wise it didn’t work.” Golf – PGA Championship has 99 of top 100 in the field for Oak Hill, no Sergio Garcia The PGA Championship always tries to get the strongest field in the majors. This year is no exception. The field next week for Oak Hill just outside Rochester, New York, features 99 of the top 100 in the world ranking. Missing is Will Zalatoris, who is out for the rest of the season after back surgery. The field features 18 players who play for Saudi-backed LIV Golf. One player missing from the 155-player list is Sergio Garcia. He is No. 189 in the world. LIV Golf does not get ranking points. This will be the first time Garcia is ineligible for a major since 1999. NFL – Ex-Raider Ruggs pleads guilty to driving drunk at 156 mph, causing fatal crash Former Las Vegas Raiders player Henry Ruggs has admitted he drove drunk at up to 156 mph before causing a fiery crash that killed a woman in November 2021. The 24-year-old former first-round NFL draft pick avoided trial with a plea deal on Wednesday that is expected to result in a sentence of three to 10 years in state prison. Prosecutors dropped other charges, on which Ruggs might have faced up to 50 years behind bars. The former Alabama Crimson Tide player was dropped by the Raiders shortly after the crash. Family members of the woman who died declined to comment following Ruggs’ plea. He remains free pending sentencing Aug. 9. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Great Lakes 8, Lake County 1 West Michigan 9, Lansing 3 South Bend 10, Wisconsin 6 Today Lansing Lugnuts at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Lake County Captains, 6:35 p.m. South Bend Cubs at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 7:40 p.m. MHSAA – High School Sports Yesterday Girls Soccer St. Joseph 0, Portage Central 0 – TIE Lakeshore 5, Kalamazoo Central 1 Our Lady of the Lake 3, Michigan Lutheran 0 Dowagiac 3, Buchanan 1 Parchment 7, Brandywine 0 Schoolcraft 4, South Haven 3 Edwardsburg 4, Niles 0 Plainwell 4, Otsego 1 Three Rivers 0, Paw Paw 0 – TIE Vicksburg 10, Sturgis 0 Fennville 5, Constantine 0 Delton-Kellogg 2, Bridgman 0 Bloomingdale 6, Marcellus 1 Saugatuck 3, Kalamazoo Hackett 2 Battle Creek Lakeview 8, Battle Creek Central 0 Gull Lake 2, Portage Northern 1 Softball Buchanan 3, Kalamazoo Central 0 – Game 1 Buchanan 15, Kalamazoo Central 0 – Game 2 Three Rivers 10, Constantine 1 – Game 1 Three Rivers 13, Constantine 1 – Game 2 Girls Tennis St. Joseph 8, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 0 Niles 8, Dowagiac 0 Today Baseball Lakeshore at Battle Creek Central, 4:00 p.m. Portage Central at St. Joseph, 4:00 p.m. Buchanan at Bridgman, 4:15 p.m. Kalamazoo Central at BC Lakeview, 4:00 p.m. Gull Lake at Portage Northern, 4:00 p.m. Three Rivers at Constantine, 4:00 p.m. Plainwell at Kalamazoo Hackett, 4:30 p.m. Harper Creek at Sturgis, 4:00 p.m. Bloomingdale at Cassopolis, 4:30 p.m. White Pigeon at Decatur, 4:30 p.m. Marcellus at Hartford, 4:30 p.m. Centreville at Lawrence, 4:30 p.m. Comstock at Mendon, 4:30 p.m. Kalamazoo Christian at Allegan, 4:30 p.m. Gobles at Fennville, 4:30 p.m. Softball Lakeshore at New Prairie (IN), 5:00 p.m. Portage Central at St. Joseph, 4:00 p.m. Coloma at Paw Paw, 4:30 p.m. Watervliet at Bridgman, 4:15 p.m. Kalamazoo Central at BC Lakeview, 4:00 p.m. Gull Lake at Portage Northern, 4:00 p.m. Bloomingdale at Cassopolis, 4:30 p.m. White Pigeon at Decatur, 4:30 p.m. Marcellus at Hartford, 4:30 p.m. Centreville at Lawrence, 4:30 p.m. Comstock at Mendon, 4:30 p.m. Gobles at Fennville, 4:30 p.m. Lawton at Howardsville Christian, 4:15 p.m. Girls Soccer Fennville at Michigan Lutheran, 5:00 p.m. Coloma at Berrien Springs, 6:00 p.m. New Buffalo at Covert, 5:00 p.m. Hartford at Comstock, 5:00 p.m. Wyoming Potter’s House at Saugatuck, 5:45 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clay Link (@claywlink) and Todd Zola (@ToddZola) grade all of next week's projected two-start pitchers on a 0-5 scale. A new MLB season means it's time for a new kind of daily fantasy baseball. Rival Fantasy is the fantasy platform reinventing the way Daily and Weekly games are played, and they've brought new games to the ballpark this year that Fantasy players won't find anywhere else. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireMLB at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50! Swing into the MLB season with Vivid Seats and score tickets to all of the hottest matchups and biggest games of the year. Every crack of the bat, every deep center fly, and every heart-pounding double-play of your favorite team, live and in person. Visit Vivid Seats today. (https://www.vividseats.com/?wsUser=948&wsVar=SITE) News Bryce Harper could be back in early May. Max Scherzer drops his appeal (6:00) Liam Hendriks is in remission. FAAB pickups Mason Miller (10:45) Zach Neto RIVAL Fantasy (18:05) Todd - Julio Urias & Aaron Nola OVER Clay - Alek Manoah OVER & Mitch Keller UNDER Two-Start Pitchers (30:00) Tommy Henry 0 Spencer Strider 5 Charlie Morton 4 Dean Kremer 0 (Todd 1) Kyle Bradish 3 Chris Sale (34:00) 4 Justin Steele 3 (Todd 4) Nick Lodolo 4 Cal Quantrill 2 Austin Gomber 0 Lucas Giolito 3 Mike Clevinger 2 Eduardo Rodriguez 2 Spencer Turnbull 0 (Todd 1) Jose Urquidy 4 (Todd 3) Brad Keller 2 (Todd 3) Brady Singer 1 (Todd 4) Jose Suarez 0 Noah Syndergaard 2 (Todd 3) Edward Cabrera 2 (Todd 1) Bryan Hoeing 0 Colin Rea 2 Joe Ryan 5 Kenta Maeda 1 (Todd 2) Kodai Senga 4 Nestor Cortes 5 (Todd 4) Jhony Brito 1 Ken Waldichuk 0 Bailey Falter 0 (Todd 1) Johan Oviedo 2 Logan Gilbert 4 (Todd 5) Alex Cobb 3 Jordan Montgomery 2 (Todd 3) Drew Rasmussen 5 (Todd 4) Taj Bradley 3 (Todd 2) Nathan Eovaldi 1 (Todd 2) Martin Perez 1 (Todd 2) Chris Bassitt 4 Josiah Gray 1 (Todd 2) Two-Start Grade Recap 1:01:15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jarred Kelenic has homered in three straight games (1:55)! ... Add Kelenic or these outfielders (9:11)? ... Drey Jameson looked good in his first start (11:15). ... Brad Keller is doing something new this season (16:48). ... Add any of these pitchers in deeper leagues (21:40)? ... How did Taj Bradley look in his debut (26:20)? ... What do we do with Chris Sale (31:35)? ... News (37:03): Corey Seager is out at least four weeks. ... We have more waiver wire hitters (42:00). ... Buy, sell or hold these pitchers (49:05)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (57:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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

How do we rank Drey Jameson, Edward Cabrera, Taj Bradley and Brad Keller following their outings on Wednesday? Jarred Kelenic has homered in three straight! What do we do with Chris Sale? Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." 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

The Program opened Thursday's show talking Royals, specifically Brad Keller. Then we took calls on topics ranging from the Royals to the NFL Draft. Then we talked golf with Rick Amos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Royals Hall of Famer Jeff Montgomery joins The Zone to discuss the Royals' 10-1 victory in Texas and Brad Keller's latest excellent start. Plus, Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discover the origin of an idiom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royals have stumbled out of the gates to start the season. What's wrong with the Royals? Is it just a few games or should there be genuine concern?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the slow start to the season as well as...- Did Rany's head explode when Richard Lovelady was traded to the Braves? - Is Kyle Isbel looking the part in CF? - How big of a problem is the defense? - Early thoughts on Bobby Witt Jr. - Edward Olivares is hitting the ball... will it continue?- Brad Keller... new and improved or same old Keller Coaster?- Velocity is back with Chapman

- Brad Keller expectations - Juan Thornhill finds a new home - What's the Chiefs' backup plan at receiver?

Tired of the cold, throwing away socks, EB responds to Shady, Bob has a plan for the Minor Leagues, Brad Keller, Chiefs Rookie of the Year

Royals general manager J.J. Picollo called the team's performance this year “disappointing,” and a fan base would agree. He said that and much more on SportsBeat KC, The Star's daily sports podcast. Picollo joined beat writer Lynn Worthy and columnist Vahe Gregorian on the show that started as a SportsBeat Live broadcast. The topics included the development of starting pitching, the future role of Brad Keller, the young lineup and what carries into next season. Also, miserable as the season is, there are some bright spots, like the performance of starting pitcher Brady Singer and the play of rookies like Bobby Witt Jr., M.J. Melendez and Vinnie Pasquantino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Good morning. Here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox dealt for a lefty reliever before losing to the Royals in standard-issue fashion. TONIGHT: We'll wait to see if the Sox make any more additions, and then whether Lucas Giolito can turn it around against Brad Keller. ON THE FARM: Some sorely needed good news for Romy González, and a productive day for the DSL White Sox lineup. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Twins and Guardians both win to separate themselves from the Sox, and the trade deadline finally forces action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clay Link (@claywlink) and Todd Zola (@ToddZola) of RotoWire grade all of next week's two-start pitchers on a 0-5 scale: Merrill Kelly 3 (Todd 2) Max Fried 5 Spencer Strider 4 Chris Sale 3 Cal Quantrill 2 (Todd 3) Shane Bieber 4 Jose Urena 0 Austin Gomber 0 Dylan Cease 5 Lance Lynn 3 Beau Brieske 1 (Todd 2) Michael Pineda 2 (Todd 3) Brad Keller 0 (Todd 1) Daniel Lynch 0 Trevor Rogers 2 (Todd 1) Daniel Castano 0 Jason Alexander 0 Josh Winder 2 Max Scherzer 5 David Peterson 2 Luis Severino 5 Aaron Nola 5 Mitch Keller 0 Roansy Contreras 1 Sean Manaea 1 (Todd 2) Logan Gilbert 5 Alex Cobb 3 Logan Webb 5 Miles Mikolas 3 Steven Matz 1 Jeffrey Springs 3 Corey Kluber 3 Spencer Howard 0 Glenn Otto 2 Jose Berrios 3 Josiah Gray 3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss several struggling players who may open up opportunities for significant role changes during the second half of the season. Plus, the latest installment of Prospect of the Week & Beer of the Month! Rundown -- Opportunities in the Cards' Rotation? -- Brad Keller as a Reliever Would Be Interesting -- Concerns About Cal Quantrill, Despite Good Ratios? -- Looking Forward to a New Closer in Arizona? -- How Safe is Ryan Pressly? -- Joe Barlow: Time to Buy? -- Germán Márquez: Would Teams Still Trade For Him? -- Jonathan Schoop Replacements? -- Second-Half Expectations for Max Muncy & Justin Turner -- Prospect of the Week -- Beer of the Month Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The Wire -  Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting are joined by special guest Dave Swan to break down the sexth FAAB run of the 2022 season, providing recommendations of players to look for on your league's wire and who could fill the holes on your roster.  We hit on news of the week that may impact your FAAB considerations as well as focus on the risks and rewards of looking multiple weeks ahead when making your FAAB bids, not to mention on previewing what could end up being FAABapalooza/FAABageddon/FAABocolypse 2022.  Players discussed: Roman Quinn, Dany Jimenez, Rafael Montero, Matt Brash, George Kirby, Jarren Duran, Juan Yepez, Jose Miranda, Royce Lewis, Rowdy Tellez, MJ Melendez, Christian Walker, Franmil Reyes, David Peralta, Taylor Walls, Brett Phillips, Jordan Luplow, Kevin Smith, Kyle Farmer, Brad Keller, Jameson Taillon, Josh Winder, José Quintana, Kyle Bradish, Brady Singer, Glenn Otto, Domingo Acevedo, Matt Moore, Ryan Helsley, AJ Puk, Clay Holmes, Bryson Stott Go to birddogs.com and use promo code PITCHERLIST for a free Birddogs hat with your pair of Birddogs. Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin Hasting Guest: Dave Swan | Pitcher List Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Pocket Casts | RSS Connect: Twitter | OnTheWirePod@gmail.com| Join PL+ Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus

Clay Link (@claywlink) and Todd Zola (@ToddZola) of RotoWire grade all of next week's two-start pitchers on a 0-5 scale: Humberto Castellanos 0 Kyle Bradish 1 (Todd 0) Kyle Hendricks 2 Luis Castillo 2 (Todd 3) Vladimir Gutierrez 0 Zach Plesac 1 Austin Gomber 2 Lucas Giolito 5 Michael Kopech 4 Michael Pineda 3 Tarik Skubal 3 (Todd 4) Brad Keller 1 (Todd 0) Noah Syndergaard 4 Julio Urias 5 Elieser Hernandez 0 (Todd 2) Brandon Woodruff 5 Carlos Carrasco 4 (Todd 3) Jameson Taillon 3 Paul Blackburn 4 (Todd 3) Frankie Montas 5 Zack Wheeler 5 Ranger Suarez 2 Bryse Wilson 0 Jose Quintana 0 Robbie Ray 4 (Todd 5) Alex Wood 3 (Todd 4) Adam Wainwright 4 Corey Kluber 3 (Todd 2) Taylor Hearn 0 Patrick Corbin 0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices