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On the August 31 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: 16:50 Chris Bassitt - 2021 All-Star with the A's & Orioles Starting Pitcher 28:00 Bret Boone - 3x All-Star, 4x Rawling Gold Glove Winner & Host of the Bret Boone Podcast 44:15 Gage Jump - A's Left-Handed Starting Pitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the Mariners passing on Geno Suarez, the up and down swings of the last week, star bats stepping up recently, Bryce Miller’s potential move, and more, then the guys talk about NFL spending correlating to titles and title contention, and the top NFL coaches ranked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Major Leaguer Bret Boone joined this week's Epic Padres Roundtable to discuss the panel's level of concern about the team's recent offensive struggles, whether or not Manny Machado should rest until he's healthier and whether or not it makes sense for the Padres to bring in Eugenio Suarez.
Bret Boone and Greg Amsinger discuss the qualities that pure instincts bring to the game that analytics can't replicate and why that is more valuable than numbers.
Bret Boone and Greg Amsinger reminisce on one of Boonie's most special moments as a player. Then, they get into the situation with the Diamondbacks and Ketel Marté. Did they handle the situation correctly?
Ben & Woods open the 7am hour with an update on Nick Pivetta who pitched in Lake Elsinore yesterday, and we hear how Jesse Agler incorporated the word "ullagone" into last night's broadcast! Then we get to "Don't Do This" before we are joined by our pal Bret Boone who joins us on a Big League Wednesday! Listen here!
Former Rangers hitting coach Bret Boone joins the show to talk about Corey Seager heating up and the Rangers back in 2nd place full 1003 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:45:41 +0000 wO2TMdo7uqfpksya3yv6ylEFFv4AVHAE mlb,texas rangers,sports Shan and RJ mlb,texas rangers,sports Former Rangers hitting coach Bret Boone joins the show to talk about Corey Seager heating up and the Rangers back in 2nd place DFW sports fans, this one's for you. The Shan & RJ show brings the heat with honest takes, sharp insight, and plenty of laughs covering the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, and everything Texas sports. Hosted by longtime local favorites Shan Shariff and RJ Choppy, along with insider Bobby Belt, the show blends deep knowledge with real fan vibes — plus regular guests like Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer and former players who keep the conversation fresh and real. New episodes drop Monday-Friday, or you can listen to Shan & RJ live on 105.3 The Fan, weekdays from 6–10 a.m. CT. © 2025 Audacy, Inc.
Bret Boone talks MLB playoff picture, NL MVP race full 1079 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000 N1VRXn0Ro6Tw2YExlk0536opNAVUZh0k mlb,sports Rahimi & Grote Show mlb,sports Bret Boone talks MLB playoff picture, NL MVP race Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, lively discussion and caller interaction, the show offers Chicago fans an informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-l
Bret Boone talks MLB playoff races & Ian Happ talks Cubs (Hour 4) full 2388 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:15:00 +0000 77lJ9J1JA890i3RHLMpMTAiw8jT7vY37 sports Rahimi & Grote Show sports Bret Boone talks MLB playoff races & Ian Happ talks Cubs (Hour 4) Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, lively discussion and caller interaction, the show offers Chicago fans an informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodca
Bret Boone is joined by MLB Insider and host for MLB Network, Greg Amsinger. Greg & Boonie reminisce on Bret's Home Run Derby experience, how the Diamond Backs are handling the Ketel Marté situation and Greg breaks down his iconic rankings system.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the Mariners struggles, Kade Anderson being brought up, the 22-0 loss to the Brewers, the brain-fart by Julio Rodriguez, and if it would be better to sit Cal Raleigh, then they talk about our emotions with the M’s, belief, and chances they’ll actually make the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone and Ozzie Guillen talk about the biggest difference they say in today's game versus back in the day. They say it's the little things that end up mattering in the end.
Bret Boone and Ozzie Guillen relive the day he was enshrined in White Sox Immortality and all the teammates and former players who showed up to support a legend.
Bret Boone is joined by former teammate, Skipper, and Chicago White Sox All-Time Great, Ozzie Guillen. Boonie & Ozzie discuss his number being retired by the White Sox, his love for both Chicago baseball teams and if Ozzie the player would like to play for Ozzie the Manager.
Bret Boone is joined by former teammate, Skipper, and Chicago White Sox All-Time Great, Ozzie Guillen. Boonie & Ozzie discuss his number being retired by the White Sox, his love for both Chicago baseball teams and if Ozzie the player would like to play for Ozzie the Manager.
Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour with some continued thoughts on last night's win, and we bring you ALL of the calls from Fernando Tatis Jr's grand slam robbery in the 2nd inning, AND we hear how Jesse Agler incorporated the word "tufthunter" into last night's broadcast! Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before we are joined by our pal Bret Boone who gives us his thoughts on Fernando Tatis Jr's epic game last night! Listen here!
Bret Boone and Albert Pujols discuss who currently should be considered the top teams in baseball. Additionally, they discuss which teams might already be looking forward to the offseason...
Bret Boone and Albert Pujols discuss the many different hats Pujols still wears when it comes to the game of baseball and how he's far from stepping away from the game.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the Mariners continued struggles, feeling bad for Cal Raleigh, how long Dan Wilson will keep his job, and Colt Emerson being optioned to Tacoma, then they discuss Terrion Arnold getting signed by the Seahawks and Hugh Millen joins the show to react as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone sits down with one of the best hitters of all time, Albert Puljols, who explains the biggest difference in hitting from the different generations of baseball he experienced in the MLB. They also talk about which teams are the best in baseball, and which teams can't wait for the offseaoson already.
Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour talking about Woodsy and Paul's trip back to Chicago next month, and we hear how Jesse Agler incorporated the word "susurrus" into last night's broadcast? Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys are joined by former MLB all-star Bret Boone who joins the show each and every Big League Wednesday to talk some ball, and we hear about his weekend being honored as one of the top 50 Seattle Mariners of all time. Listen here!
Former Rangers hitting coach Bret Boone joins the show to talk about the trade deadline and what to expect the rest of the season for the Rangers full 851 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:33:07 +0000 n3k8hwA89UuKI0BVqvpuFkm09DhQkfVR mlb,texas rangers,sports Shan and RJ mlb,texas rangers,sports Former Rangers hitting coach Bret Boone joins the show to talk about the trade deadline and what to expect the rest of the season for the Rangers DFW sports fans, this one's for you. The Shan & RJ show brings the heat with honest takes, sharp insight, and plenty of laughs covering the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, and everything Texas sports. Hosted by longtime local favorites Shan Shariff and RJ Choppy, along with insider Bobby Belt, the show blends deep knowledge with real fan vibes — plus regular guests like Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer and former players who keep the conversation fresh and real. New episodes drop Monday-Friday, or you can listen to Shan & RJ live on 105.3 The Fan, weekdays from 6–10 a.m. CT. © 2025 Audacy, Inc.
Bret Boone talks Rangers and Tommy Yarrish talks Cowboys
Bob and Ryan Rowland-Smith are joined by Mariners legend Bret Boone live at T-Mobile Park to discuss this weekend’s festivities for the fiftieth anniversary, his glory days with the team, what it's like in a clubhouse when the team is struggling, and where they stand in the playoff race right now, and they wrap up the week by reading your mean texts.Â
Bret Boone and Harold Reynolds name their biggest MLB Trade Deadline winners - besides the Los Angeles Dodgers, of course.
Bret Boone and Harold Reynolds break down all the implications of the Dodgers blockbuster trade for Tarik Skubal at the MLB Trade Deadline. However, one of those ramifications may not be a lockout like many expect...
Bret Boone is joined by MLB Insider and former teammate, Harold Reynolds, as they discuss the blockbuster move by the Dogers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Did Los Angeles just catapult the MLB towards a lockout next year? Then, they talk about the other winners at the trade deadline before diving specifically into if the Yankees did all they needed to to make another run.
Ben & Paul open the 7am hour by discussing what the national media has been saying about AJ Preller and the Padres since Monday's trade deadline. Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys are joined by former MLB all-star Bret Boone who joins the show each Wednesday morning and we get all of his thoughts on the Padres since they added a couple of starting pitchers to their rotation. Listen here!
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Bret Boone about Bryan Woo’s issues on the road this year and the mental struggle with it, the Mariners at the trade deadline and players from the Padres they could go after, then Jackson Felts rejoins the show to discuss Softy’s confidence in Woo tonight before reacting to a new WNBA controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Mariners All Star Bret Boone joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Bryan Woo’s issues on the road and the mental aspect of the problem, how the team should handle the trade deadline next Monday and which players Seattle could and should go after, Ty France and Mason Miller from the Padres, third base targets, and Tarik Skuball’s future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone and Jim Bowden discuss which MLB teams will, or should be, the biggest sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline early next week.
Bret Boone and Jim Bowden discuss which MLB teams will, or should be, the biggest buyers at the MLB Trade Deadline early next week.
Bret Boone is joined by former MLB GM and current insider for CBS Sports, Jim Bowden. Bret and Jim talk MLB trade deadline and who will be the biggest buyers and biggest sellers at the beginning of next week.
Ben & Woods begin the 7am hour with some more thoughts on last night's crazy win, and we focus on the drama in the 4th inning between Craig Stammen and the home plate umpire which led to Stammen's ejection from the game. Then we get to a quick "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys are joined by our pal Bret Boone who joins us each and every Wednesday morning! Listen here!
Bret Boone and Tommy Yarrish join the show.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the Mariners firing an assistant hitting coach, how to fix Cal Raleigh, Dan Wilson decisions and possible trades the M’s can make, then they discuss how Seattle stacked up with the country in terms of World Cup viewership and watch parties at the waterfront barge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the M’s firing their second assistant to the hitting coach and the real impact of coaches, how Cal Raleigh’s bat can be fixed, the bullpen and pitching decisions by Dan Wilson and if they are coming from higher ups, plus possible trades, including Casey Schmitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone hops back on 97.3 The Fan in San Diego to chat with his guys on the "Ben & Woods Show." Today, they talk about Boonie's history with ejections and how umpiring has changed from his day to the current game.
Bret Boone and Pete Rose Jr. peel back the curtain into some of the little tricks-of-the-trade that Pete Rose used to use that would always help to either stay on track or get back on track at the plate.
Bret Boone and Pete Rose Jr. have a chat about Pete Rose, the real person off the field. Junior says his IQ traveled way beyond the baseball field.
Ben & Woods open the 7am hour by talking a little more baseball and we hear how Jesse Agler incorporated the word "Popinjay" into last night's broadcast in Atlanta! Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before we are joined by our buddy Bret Boone who joins us each Wednesday morning, and this week he tells us the trick to dealing with umpires. Listen here!
Brett Boone joins Sean Bass and RJ Choppy to discuss the Texas Rangers' standing in the AL West and the potential for a dead trade market. They delve into the history of MLB labor disputes and work stoppages before evaluating the Rangers' defensive needs and Corey Seager's health. 01:17 - AL West Division Race 03:42 - Trade Deadline Market Outlook 05:51 - MLB Labor Dispute Discussion 10:32 - Rangers Team Defense Analysis 15:08 - Injury Anecdotes With Brett
Bret Boone joins the show and Tom Brady's downfall during retirement .
Bret Boone is joined by former teammate, long-time friend and son of the Baseball All-Time Hits Leader, Pete Rose Jr. Boonie and Pete reminisce on times spent growing up in Major League dugouts and Pete gives some insight into the mindset that made the late, great Pete Rose one of the best hitters ever.
Bret Boone joins Zach Gelb from WFAN in New York as he reminisces on his fondest memories of MLB All-Star Weekend from his playing days. Then, they preview a big upcoming matchup between the Yankees and the Dodgers that has all sorts of storylines.
In the second hour, Dick Fain and Jacson Bevens chat with Bret Boone about the All Star Break in MLB plus feelings around the Mariners right now with multiple continued issues including fixing Cal Raleigh, then they discuss Dan Wilson’s current job security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bret Boone is joined by 3x Pro-Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP, Boomer Esiason, who is completely tapped into the MLB - and more specifically, the Yankees. Bret & Boomer discuss the temperature of the Yankees fanbase currently, which professional league does the All-Star festivities the best and what the All-Time great is most proud of.
Bret Boone is joined by 3x Pro-Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP, Boomer Esiason, who is completely tapped into the MLB - and more specifically, the Yankees. Bret & Boomer discuss the temperature of the Yankees fanbase currently, which professional league does the All-Star festivities the best and what the All-Time great is most proud of.
In this hour of A Numbers Game hosts Dustin Swedelson and Kelley Bydlon are joined with Bret Boone who helps them break down the Home Run Derby from his actual experience doing so. The hosts talk about Lebron James's next team and Summer League Champion predictions. Wes Reynolds also joins the show and helps break down the British Open. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bret Boone chats with 105.3 The Game in Dallas to talk about the struggles the Rangers are still going through. Boonie says no team in the AL has really separated themselves yet.