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Blake Murphy is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca to recap the weekend Yankees-Blue Jays series, the state of the AL East, Toronto's starting pitching rotation, Yusei Kikuchi's lack of fastball execution, and potential targets for the front office to add to their pitching staff including A's pitcher Frankie Montas (01:41). Afterward, the guys take a deep dive on if the red jerseys are cursed, if the Jays should bring back the black jerseys worn from 2004-11, and the chances for the team to stock up on fielders before the trade deadline (25:30). Yahoo! Sports' Chris Cwik looks at what has surprised him about the Yankees' dominance this year, his confidence level on the Jays offence, why White Sox fans are pushing to fire manager Tony La Russa, and what has gone wrong with their season (51:17). To wrap up, Blake previews the Blue Jays series against the White Sox, the scouting report on Chicago's starting pitcher Lance Lynn, and Jose Berrios' history against the team (01:18:04:). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Never shy to voice his opinions, Matt Perrault is known for owning the ears of his loyal fans. His honest approach to sports talk radio and engaging style have attracted an audience that enjoys interacting with him. On today's show, Matt talks with Chris Cwik about this upcoming baseball season. NBA games tonight and also QB's in the NFL are impacting free agency. Plus the BIG 4: James Harden on the team overcoming adversity. Lebron James on stepping up in AD's absence. Mets catcher James McCann on catching deGrom this year. Jayson Tatum talks about his struggles after COVID.
Chris Cwik, a writer for Yahoo Sports, drops the needle on Vampire Weekend's third album, Modern Vampires of the City. We try to figure out which words are best for describing the group's sound and this album in particular, and as always, we break it down track-by-track.I made a reference to misheardlyricsguy's video for Yellow Ledbetter, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLd22ha_-VUAlso, here's the Johnny Marr sketch from Portlandia that I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOyXZtN21Gg 1:02 Chris joins the show2:19 Chris and Al are cautiously optimistic about the baseball season3:29 Is McCartney's Temporary Secretary so bad that it's actually good?6:06 Vampire Weekend doesn't sound like a band named Vampire Weekend6:47 Did Chris like Vampire Weekend right away?8:34 Why does Modern Vampires of the City have special meaning for Chris?13:08 What adjectives would Chris use to describe this album?16:06 Which tracks are Chris' favorites?17:03 Al's initial impression of Modern Vampires of the City Track-by-track breakdown:22:19 Obvious Bicycle25:00 Unbelievers29:34 Step36:14 Diane Young38:54 Don't Lie41:29 Hannah Hunt44:41 Everlasting Arms48:39 Finger Back 51:26 Guitarists Chris likes to play and emulate when he practices Track-by-track analysis resumes…55:11 Worship You57:23 Ya Hey1:00:55 Hudson1:04:12 Young Lion
Chris Cwik from Yahoo Sports gives a national perspective on the White Sox off-season thus far, and the team as viewed by prospective free agents. Meanwhile our new resident expert explains how Tony La Russa really made a DUI charge go away, and why even the average person could have done the same. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your comments and questions for the next episode! Chris Lanuti sits at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss his favorite team - The Chicago White Sox. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and ALWAYS at SoxInTheBasement.com! #30MinutesOfSox #WhiteSox #ForFansByFans #ChangeTheGame
BBWAA member and Yahoo Sports writer Chris Cwik joins the show to give a big-picture evaluation of the White Sox to date, and explains why they may need to find a new manager this off-season. Plus, the guys break down the "Ricky-Rick Factor" that details management's influence on the outcome of recent Sox games. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your comments and questions for the next episode! Childhood friends and lifelong Sox fans Chris & Dave sit at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and ALWAYS at SoxInTheBasement.com! #30MinutesOfSox #WhiteSox #ForFansByFans #ChangeTheGame
Yahoo Sports MLB writer joined Sean to discuss the concern he has of the positive tests infiltrating baseball, what the breaking point could be for Rob Manfred to shut the season down, if pitchers should consider opting out because of all of the various arm injuries popping up throughout the league and his biggest surprise from the first week of games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour, Joe Ostrowski was joined by Chris Cwik of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest return-to-play proposals being exchanged between MLB owners and players, how athletes are speaking out amid recent protests and what issues are being voiced here in Chicago.
This episode of Juiced Balls is brought to you by Patreon.com/BaseballATeam. Become a patron to support this podcast and join a thriving fantasy community. You can follow the show on Twitter @JuicedBallsPod. Today's guest is Chris Cwik (@Chris_Cwik on Twitter) of Yahoo Sports. We discussed his role at Yahoo, Dragon Ball Z, Pokemon, minor league pay, the luxury tax, Texas ballpark cuisine, and magic lamps.
BONUS EPISODE. The extended, un-edited interview with Chris Cwik (BBWAA & Yahoo Sports). Take a deep dive into free agency and what the White Sox are like with their secrets. Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your postseason moves for the next episode! Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and ALWAYS at SoxInTheBasement.com! #30MinutesOfSox #WhiteSox #OffseasonInterviewSeries
While Dave brings in his pessimistic list of expected Free Agent Signings, Chris breaks down what we have learned this week about possible White Sox pursuits. Yahoo Sports and BBWAA writer Chris Cwik also returns with what he has heard, what he believes, and his take on how the White Sox front office normally operates during the off-season. Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your postseason moves for the next episode! Childhood friends and lifelong Sox fans Chris & Dave sit at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and ALWAYS at SoxInTheBasement.com! #30MinutesOfSox #WhiteSox #ProveIt #COMPETE
Matt Cauz opens today's edition of Game Day with his Opening Thought focused on why he wants Alex Ovechkin to break Wayne Gretzky's scoring record. Then, we're joined by Chris Cwik of Yahoo Sports to chat about the Washington Nationals advancing to the World Series, and Matt reflects on last night's Leafs win against the Wild.
BBWAA writer Chris Cwik from Yahoo Sports gives a national perspective on the White Sox. How is the rebuild going? Are Jerry Reinsdorf's reported comments 20 years ago believable around baseball? Who can the White Sox team realistically acquire in the free agent market? Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave a message for the next episode! Childhood friends and lifelong Sox fans Chris & Dave sit at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and ALWAYS at SoxInTheBasement.com! #30MinutesOfSox #WhiteSox
Yahoo Sports MLB writer joined Sean to discuss how surprised he was that the Yankees didn't add a starting pitcher at the trade deadline, if this Astros rotation is the best rotation in history, the biggest Achilles heel for this Houston team, what to make of the Mets' moves at the deadline and if the first year of the single deadline played out the way MLB hoped it would. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chase Thomas is joined by Yahoo Sports' Chris Cwik to talk about the Texas Rangers being in the playoffs if they started today, their awesome gamble on Mike Minor, their lack of offensive talent outside of Joey Gallo, the AL not having any real contenders, Dallas Keuchel going to the Braves, Atlanta's rotation problems continue with Newcomb and Gausman, the Braves not moving some of their young arms for veteran talent, the Mariners falling off a cliff, if this is it for Jerry DiPoto, and Seattle's historically bad defense. You can follow Chase on Twitter, like him on Facebook, read him on his website, and even email him at chasethomaspodcast@gmail.com if that is something you would like to do, too.
Chris Cwik joined Eric for the latest episode of On Baseball Writing. Chris writes regularly for Yahoo Sports. You can find him on Twitter @Chris_Cwik. You can find Eric on Twitter @ericdroseberry. Music by Tha Silent Partner.
Chase Thomas is joined by The Athletic's Jovan Buha to talk about the Clippers matching Ty Wallace's contract with the Pelicans, potential Milos Teodosic trades, the Suns and Rockets trade that included Ryan Anderson and Marquese Chriss and Brandon Knight, and the Minnesota Timberwolves going after Luol Deng and Joakim Noah (4:00). Then, RBR Wrestling's Paul Griffin comes on the pod to talk about The Elite's ALL IN PPV, Pentagon Jr. and Felix coming to NXT, where Rey Mysterio fits on the main roster, what to make of the Braun Strowman heel turn and his new faction, and who AJ Styles should drop the WWE title to (52:00). Then, Yahoo Sports' MLB Writer Chris Cwik comes on the pod to talk about Angels' superstar Shoehei Otani needing Tommy John surgery, what Billy Eppler should do this winter, Ryan Howard officially retiring, the Padres calling up Francisco Mejía, and the Blue Jays trading Josh Donaldson to the Indians (145:00).
Mike and Jason talk MLB trade deadline with Chris Cwik from Yahoo Sports, and discuss Michael DiPietro, the Summer Showcase, and Beertanen
Chris Cwik from Yahoo’s Big League Stew, isn’t impressed with how MLB handled the Roberto Osuna trade, suggesting players accused of domestic violence shouldn’t be allowed to be traded to teams in playoff races, that teams shouldn’t benefit in trades involving those players, and that baseball must toughen its overall stance
Al Melchior is your host of FanRag Fantasy Baseball. Michael Pineda is set to have season ending Tommy John surgery, ending his 2017 season and likely cutting deep into his 2018 season. Justin Wilson of the Tigers is on the Rays radar as a trade target. J.A. Happ has had trade buzz around him the last week, but it seems unlikely he is moved now. Al also makes the case for Kyle Seager's resurgence this season. Then, Chris Cwik of Yahoo Sports joins Al! #FNTSY #FantasyBaseball #Yankees #MichaelPineda #Nationals #Rays #Tigers #JAHapp #BrandonBelt #JustinWilson #SeanRodriguez #Cubs #DFS #Pirates #KyleSeager #WhiteSox Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Chris Cwik of Yahoo Sports joins Al Melchior to discuss who will close for the Nats between Ryan Madson and Sean Doolittle. The guys also discuss when the White Sox could call up Reynaldo Lopez and Lucas Giolito, as well as how the MLB trade deadline will affect Fantasy Baseball. #FNTSYRadio #FNTSY #FantasyBaseball #MLB #Nationals #RyanMadson #SeanDoolittle #LucasGiolito #ReynaldoLopez #WhiteSox Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Presented by SeatGeek Guests: Chris Cwik, Yahoo! Sports Max Rieper, Royals Review Curt Bloom, Birmingham Barons First month of the season is completed, and the Chicago White Sox are 13-10, just a half game behind Cleveland for the division lead. While most fans understand that the team will regress, the source may not be the offense. Instead, it could be the starting pitching. We discuss why and preview the upcoming Royals series with Max Rieper from Royals Review. We also take a look at a wide view of MLB after April with Chris Cwik of Yahoo! Sports and Curt Bloom of the Birmingham Barons shares his insights on White Sox prospect, Michael Kopech.
It’s the latest episode, with special guest Chris Cwik of Yahoo! Sports’ baseball blog Big League Stew. We chat about: Panic time Is it time to make some changes? Did they miss out on something at the trade deadline? Chatting with Chris Cwik Perspective on the Nats Need for change Thoughts on the Mets Trade...
Ben and Sam preview the Nationals’ season with Chris Cwik, and Sahadev talks to Washington Post Nationals beat writer James Wagner (at 26:56).
Episode 195 Roto- and FanGraphs contributor Chris Cwik is the guest on this Fantasy Friday edition of FanGraphs Audio. Discussed: • The actual value Hector Santiago really has. • Stats for which sample sizes have reached the reliability threshold — what that means for Justin Upton, Rickie Weeks, Brett Lawrie, etc. • A Franchise Player […]
Episode 164 This edition of Fantasy Friday features Fan- and RotoGraphs contributor Chris Cwik and is being published — for reasons unknown and unknowable — on a Thursday. Among the topics discussed: the answer to the question, “Who or what is Hector Santiago?”; three notable Padres pitchers of note; and the contract extensions of Ian […]
Episode Sixty-Four In which the guest is more Cwik than dirty. Headlines A Real Cwik Introduction Bad-Mouthing Dave Cameron for Fun and Sport Walk-Up Music: Some Very Important Thoughts Featuring Chris Cwik, New-ish Guy Finally, you can subscribe to the podcast via iTunes or other feeder things. Audio on the flip-flop. (Approximately 30 min play […]