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Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about all the blowouts in baseball this year, the most wins in June market and the latest stories around the game. In this June 2nd episode of The Inside Pitch, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers analyze MLB's increasing blowouts. This season has already seen 46 games decided by 10+ runs, a record high since 2004. Towers attributes this to rushed player promotions, shortened drafts, minor league cuts, and analytics failing to teach players in-game adjustments. They cite examples such as Padres overcoming a 6-0 deficit against the Marlins and Diamondbacks' collapse due to emotional hangovers, underscoring how coaching and mental preparedness affect outcomes. The duo discusses bullpen usage's critical role in betting, highlighting the Red Sox's rested bullpen as an advantage. Towers explains that rested pens allow better in-game flexibility and reduce reliance on struggling relievers. Player development also takes center stage with the debate over Roman Anthony's MLB readiness. While his AAA stats are strong, Towers emphasizes non-statistical growth areas like situational hitting and emotional maturity. Craig Breslow's careful approach reflects a balance between development and team competitiveness. Looking at June betting markets, the Yankees, Dodgers, and Tigers share favorite status at +650. Towers favors the Tigers due to their home-heavy, softer schedule. He also projects the Nationals as a 2026 division contender, crediting their steady development. They examine profitability trends, identifying the Tigers as the most profitable moneyline and run line team, while the Rockies remain the best team to fade. The Cubs, Cardinals, Guardians, and Mets round out the most profitable sides, while Orioles, Braves, A's, and White Sox follow the Rockies in fade profitability. The conversation shifts to run support, highlighting pitchers like Andrew Heaney, who receives only 2.17 runs per start, despite a 3.39 ERA. Others like Kyle Freeland and Mitch Keller face similar challenges. Meanwhile, Max Fried benefits from 7.17 runs per start, aiding his success. Towers explains how run support impacts pitcher performance and confidence, influencing managerial decisions and pitcher development. Later, they address Corbin Burns' elbow injury, which appears severe as he was seen mouthing “elbow is done” after leaving a game. Towers elaborates on the biomechanics behind such injuries, emphasizing the importance of shoulder alignment and core stability to prevent stress on the elbow. Towers credits his own injury-free career to disciplined maintenance of these mechanics. They close discussing the Mariners retiring Ichiro's and Randy Johnson's number 51, an unprecedented honor. Towers reflects on his pitching strategy against Ichiro, where focusing on a single pitch location neutralized Ichiro's strengths. The podcast wraps with Seidenberg offering promotional codes for listeners and previewing upcoming MLB series while noting NBA and NHL finals on the horizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. The debate over potentially moving Rafael Devers to first base rages on. Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show and Alex Cora talks to WEEI Afternoons. Plus, ranking the top five Red Sox aces since 2000, and Wiggy makes the case for Pete Rose to be in the Hall of Fame after Rose's permanent ban was lifted.
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. The debate over potentially moving Rafael Devers to first base rages on. Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show and Alex Cora talks to WEEI Afternoons. Plus, ranking the top five Red Sox aces since 2000, and Wiggy makes the case for Pete Rose to be in the Hall of Fame after Rose's permanent ban was lifted.
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. The debate over potentially moving Rafael Devers to first base rages on. Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show and Alex Cora talks to WEEI Afternoons. Plus, ranking the top five Red Sox aces since 2000, and Wiggy makes the case for Pete Rose to be in the Hall of Fame after Rose's permanent ban was lifted.
Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he'd give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto's return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Next, David Schoenfield talks about the Yankees-Mets rivalry returning to 2000-levels of animosity, the Dodgers fixing their issues, and their musings as to why pitchers are getting injured at a higher rate in the modern game. Later, Sarah Langs shares her essay on Aaron Judge. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:07 Eric Hosmer 26:06 Darryl Strawberry 26:56 David Schoenfield 41:29 Sarah Langs 42:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he'd give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto's return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Next, David Schoenfield talks about the Yankees-Mets rivalry returning to 2000-levels of animosity, the Dodgers fixing their issues, and their musings as to why pitchers are getting injured at a higher rate in the modern game. Later, Sarah Langs shares her essay on Aaron Judge. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:07 Eric Hosmer 26:06 Darryl Strawberry 26:56 David Schoenfield 41:29 Sarah Langs 42:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Craig Breslow joins, says if they eliminate 1 run losses, they'll be fine
Wiggy is right at home in Bermuda, doing native dances and loving it // Greg is getting tired of seeing the Knicks complain about every call // Coco and Greg wonder why it took Tatum going down for the team to focus // Wiggy says it's time for Jaylen Brown to step up and show he can lead // They Said It: Derrick White gives Kornet his flowers // Discussing the Diddy trial // Wiggy loves Steve Perry but hates the new faithfully with Willie Nelson // Digging through the newly released Patriots schedule // Curtis says the only good thing about Tatum injury seeing how team gels now // Craig Breslow joins, says if they eliminate 1 run losses, they'll be fine // A new Scheim Stinks parody makes it's way into Hill Notes // Wiggy might stay in Bermuda // Craig Breslow joins, says if they eliminate 1 run losses, they'll be fine // A new Scheim Stinks parody makes it's way into Hill Notes // Wiggy might stay in Bermuda //
Craig Breslow joins, says if they eliminate 1 run losses, they'll be fine // A new Scheim Stinks parody makes it's way into Hill Notes // Wiggy might stay in Bermuda //
(00:00) You might be wondering, 'Hey! How did Fred, Hardy, and Wallach open the show this morning?' Well, recapping Fred's weekend which involved a trip to the Woodland Country Club and a hefty dinner tab with the family on Mother's Day. (20:43) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: NBA Playoff Action on Mother's Day. The Pacers take a commanding (3-1) series lead over the Cavs after a blowout win. OKC-DEN series is tied at 2 after the Thunder beat the Nuggets last night. (33:31) What Happened Last Night continued. Rafael Devers 2-run Home Run powers the Red Sox past the Royals (3-1/F). The Sox took 2 of 3 from Kansas City. Craig Breslow spoke to the media before Friday night's game to address meetings between Sox ownership and Devers. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour talking about the latest between Rafael Devers and the Red Sox. (15:21) Is there a disconnect between Alex Cora and Craig Breslow? (25:48) Would Trevor Story move to 1st base to help the Red Sox fill the opening? (37:04) Final thoughts from Mazz!
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to Rafael Devers saying he won't move to first base. Is Devers being selfish? Did the Red Sox handle this situation wrong? Who are their other first base options? Plus, hear what Alex Cora and Craig Breslow said about the situation on WEEI earlier in the week.
(0:00) Gasper and Murray start the show with Rafael Devers telling Red Sox managment that he will not be moving over to play 1st base (12:45) The disconnect between Devers and management (23:39) Craig Breslow's role in this mess between Devers and management (38:34) Callers and more
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to Rafael Devers saying he won't move to first base. Is Devers being selfish? Did the Red Sox handle this situation wrong? Who are their other first base options? Plus, hear what Alex Cora and Craig Breslow said about the situation on WEEI earlier in the week.
The best Red Sox conversations of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to Rafael Devers saying he won't move to first base. Is Devers being selfish? Did the Red Sox handle this situation wrong? Who are their other first base options? Plus, hear what Alex Cora and Craig Breslow said about the situation on WEEI earlier in the week.
From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): No celebrating a series win for the Red Sox over the Rangers as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to Rafael Devers again refuting the idea of playing first base. How much worse did Devers make the situation by calling out Craig Breslow for wanting him to change positions again? Also, Devers did no favors with the comments he made, but Breslow and Alex Cora aren't necessarily off the hook from what has happened from last offseason to now. And, an unexpected appearance from MassLive's Chris Cotillo to share his thoughts on how this dilemma carries out the rest of the season. 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
(0:00) Mazz and Matt McCarthy open the show discussing Rafael Devers (12:29) What responsibility does Craig Breslow hold in the Devers drama? (23:04) Mazz and Matt McCarthy react to John Henry flying to Kansas City to talk with Rafael Devers
From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): No celebrating a series win for the Red Sox over the Rangers as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to Rafael Devers again refuting the idea of playing first base. How much worse did Devers make the situation by calling out Craig Breslow for wanting him to change positions again? Also, Devers did no favors with the comments he made, but Breslow and Alex Cora aren't necessarily off the hook from what has happened from last offseason to now. And, an unexpected appearance from MassLive's Chris Cotillo to share his thoughts on how this dilemma carries out the rest of the season. 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 Red Sox win 2-of-3 against the Rangers but no one really cares as Raffy Devers' goes scorched earth on Craig Breslow. Brady and Hogdale enter the thunderdome to battle it out. Will they still be friends after? Will both handsome men still be alive at the end?Intrigued? Then it's time to listen to Pod by the River!
Craig Breslow joins, talks possibility of moving Raffy to first
Craig Breslow joins, talks possibility of moving Raffy to first // Fans upset with the Celtics let their voices be heard on Hill Notes // Wiggy says whoever wins game 3 takes the series //
Celtics blow another 20-point lead, go down 0-2 against the Knicks // Courtney says Jaylen Brown is the face of the team, not Tatum // Curtis says Mazzulla clapping back at reporter is a bad look after loss // Wiggy says even if they win, this is it for the 2 J's // Who is more to blame for the Game 2 loss: Tatum or Mazzulla? // The News With Courtney: No Pope yet as indicated by the black smoke // Wiggy's finger is ON the panic button, but he's not pushing it quite yet // Curtis says the Sox should play Devers at 1st to create roster flexibility // Why can't the Celtics hold a lead? // Craig Breslow joins, talks possibility of moving Raffy to first // Fans upset with the Celtics let their voices be heard on Hill Notes // Wiggy says whoever wins game 3 takes the series //
(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox current situation at 1st base following Triston Casas’ injury. (14:31) More thoughts on the first base situation and why Rafael Devers hasn’t been asked to play the position. (24:47) The callers weigh in on the Red sox. Plus, Trivia Tuesday! (36:08) Mazz has some thoughts on what Craig Breslow had to say to NESN before tonight’s game.
Craig Breslow joins, talks balancing act between young guys and veterans // We hear from a lot of "Bill Belichicks" in today's Hill Notes // Springfield, we'll see you tonight! //
Curtis returns and eats crow about his Boston/LA Curtspiracy // Belichick puts out a statement saying him and Jordon are business partners // Curtis thinks it's laughable the NFL fined Ulbrich for prank call // Greg wonders if there's anything that can be done about fan vitriol // Wiggy predicts Lebron will play 3 more years // Finally zeroing in on a date for Greg and Scheim's "The Match" // The news with Courtney: Some liar liar pants on fire moments in Read trial // Today's Belichick is a hell of a lot different than when he coached Wiggy // Dumbest of the day: guy gets rescued twice because he forgot his phone // Craig Breslow joins, talks balancing act between young guys and veterans // We hear from a lot of "Bill Belichicks" in today's Hill Notes // Springfield, we'll see you tonight! //
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Is the struggling Triston Casas the long-term answer at first base? When will the red-hot Roman Anthony get called up? Plus, Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show to talk about fixing Tanner Houck, and Alex Cora on WEEI Afternoons explains why Rafael Devers won't play the field unless absolutely necessary.
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Is the struggling Triston Casas the long-term answer at first base? When will the red-hot Roman Anthony get called up? Plus, Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show to talk about fixing Tanner Houck, and Alex Cora on WEEI Afternoons explains why Rafael Devers won't play the field unless absolutely necessary.
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Is the struggling Triston Casas the long-term answer at first base? When will the red-hot Roman Anthony get called up? Plus, Craig Breslow joins The Greg Hill Show to talk about fixing Tanner Houck, and Alex Cora on WEEI Afternoons explains why Rafael Devers won't play the field unless absolutely necessary.
Red Sox front office report with Craig Breslow
Craig Breslow joins, talks fixing Houck, things coming together // Wiggy is hung up on Courtney bringing her food into restaurants // Hill notes part deux ! //
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand react to Rory McIlroy’s Masters win, with Zo saying he was rooting for Bryson DeChambeau. They discuss the career Grand Slam. Beetle notes the win will be remembered for how close he came to losing, and McKone adds that McIlroy narrowly avoided being labeled an all-time choker after nearly blowing it to Justin Rose. (11:21) The guys react to Garrett Crochet nearly no-hitting the White Sox. Beetle questions Craig Breslow’s moves, saying only Crochet stands out after nearly being swept by the White Sox. He breaks down where the Sox have struggled this series and season. Zolak also weighs in with his thoughts on the team. (27:02) The guys share their thoughts on the White Sox’s stadium. Beetle questions if the Red Sox are actually better than how they’ve been playing. They discuss how stranding runners remains a big issue and talk about their biggest concerns with the team so far. (37:05) The guys react to the Red Sox's early struggles, with McKone saying it’s disappointing after all the preseason excitement. They take calls from listeners to dive deeper into Sox talk.
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to the Red Sox's tough series against Toronto and discussing the new Red Sox Netflix documentary ‘The Clubhouse,' including Jarren Duran's revelation that he once attempted suicide. Plus, Alex Cora's weekly interview with WEEI Afternoons and ‘The Front Office Report' with Craig Breslow on The Greg Hill Show.
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to the Red Sox's tough series against Toronto and discussing the new Red Sox Netflix documentary ‘The Clubhouse,' including Jarren Duran's revelation that he once attempted suicide. Plus, Alex Cora's weekly interview with WEEI Afternoons and ‘The Front Office Report' with Craig Breslow on The Greg Hill Show.
The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Reacting to the Red Sox's tough series against Toronto and discussing the new Red Sox Netflix documentary ‘The Clubhouse,' including Jarren Duran's revelation that he once attempted suicide. Plus, Alex Cora's weekly interview with WEEI Afternoons and ‘The Front Office Report' with Craig Breslow on The Greg Hill Show.
Bill Belichick wrote a book and didn't mention the Krafts once // Courtney is irked by golf hardos who flex on watching the Masters // Scheim is delighted to find out Lucas Giolito is a Pokémon fan // Greg and Curtis rail against parents who sued spelling bee after kid's loss // Wiggy and Scheim argue for parents in the spelling bee lawsuit // They Said It: Vrabel lays out his rules for meetings // The News With Courtney: Tariffs and fun with 911 // Mike Milbury joins and gives us our first celebrity CA CAAAWW! // Bill Belichick mic'd up is football fan porn // Craig Breslow joins, not worried about recent struggles or Bregman's errors // There's a very evident theme in today's Hill Notes // Enjoy the Masters, CA CAAW! //
Craig Breslow joins, not worried about recent struggles or Bregman's errors // There's a very evident theme in today's Hill Notes // Enjoy the Masters, CA CAAW! //
Craig Breslow joins, not worried about recent struggles or Bregman's errors
The Red Sox show from out of left field was loving life during the first series at Fenway Park during the new season! Just don't ask us what's happened since then, though. (10:30) ALSO: -Wally has banned Liam from Fenway once again, though Fitz isn't sure if that's quite fair (0:00) -FWDFW: Alex Cora's platooning, Connor Wong's injury, Craig Breslow's trading, and the team's new home run celebration (22:12) -A preview of the new Netflix series documenting the 2024 season (57:28) All of that and more on this edition of Pod On Lansdowne! Follow us on Twitter; the show is @PodOnLansdowne, and the co-hosts are @FitzyMoPena, @LiamFennessy_, and @JakeWallinger. Got a question or a comment that you want featured on the show? Leave a voicemail by dialing 617-420-2431! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wiggy gives Craig Breslow credit for locking up Crochet and Campbell // They Said It: Raffy talks about the great reaction to his first 2 hits // Scheim flexes because Donny Wahlburg liked his mock draft reel //
Everybody is accounted for as Greg arrives on time today // Scheim releases his long awaited mock draft, 3.0 // Curtis blames Robert Kraft for the team's recent failures // Wiggy gives Craig Breslow credit for locking up Crochet and Campbell // They Said It: Raffy talks about the great reaction to his first 2 hits // Scheim flexes because Donny Wahlburg liked his mock draft reel // Shaming the woman who took advantage elderly people like Greg // Digging deep on Courtney's upcoming topless butler bachelorette party // Lenny Stanley of A1-Paving who won our "Small Business hits it big" contest // Mike Milbury joins to essentially eulogize this Bruins season // The bird is the word on today's Hill Notes // A little Audacy App appreciation, what a world! //
Wiggy gives Craig Breslow credit for locking up Crochet and Campbell
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by questioning whether Chaim Bloom is upset watching the way Craig Breslow has been allowed to spend. (10:50) We touch on why the Garrett Crochet extension is a win-win for both sides. (21:10) The crew goes back and forth on Ale Bregman potentially using the “torpedo bat.” (32:18) We finish the hour with more thoughts on the “torpedo bat” and what it means for baseball.
IN BROAD DAYLIGHT, CRAIG BRESLOW SNUCK IN WITH THE GOODS. THE EXTENSION GOODS.Kristian Campbell, in a gosh darn no brainer, has been signed to an 8-year/$60-million contract extension.We will do as many emergency pods as you need us too, Craig Breslow. Keep 'em coming.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow is back and this time it's perfect timing. With his team's roster having taken shape - including the addition of top prospect Kristian Campbell - Breslow reflects on a wild offseason and how decisions were made throughout the past six weeks. The sit-down with Bradfo offers insight into how he viewed making his big moves this past offseason, and where the organization's Big 3 prospects stand in his eyes. It's another enlightening conversation with another team's chief decision-maker. 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
(00:00) Zo and Beetle start the second hour by diving deep into yesterday’s Trent Frederic deal for the Bruins and the outlook for the rest of the deadline. (9:30) We react to Triston Casas saying he believes he can be a 40/120 guy after Craig Breslow pushed that message throughout the offseason. (23:00) The guys touch on the Red Sox getting an “A” for their offseason from ESPN. (31:20) We finish the hour by reacting to the latest on the Bill Belichick and Hard Knocks front.
HR3 - Arcand reacts to Craig Breslow's appearance on the Greg Hill Show: Why isn't Garrett Crochet extended yet? Marcelo Mayer shined for the Red Sox in today's Spring Training game, what happens if the kids force their way onto the Opening Day roster? Finally, an update on the Boston Mayoral race in the New England Nightly News.
SEGMENT - Arcand reacts to Craig Breslow's appearance on the Greg Hill Show, why hasn't Breslow extended the Red Sox newest ace, Garrett Crochet?
Craig Breslow joins, talks Bregman signing, how this year feels different // The News With Courtney: Yet ANOTHER airline incident, this time in DC // The mysterious death of Gene Hackman and his Wife //
Breslow talks off season moves, much higher expectations than last year
Greg finally joins the crew in Florida, everyone loves the weather // Scheim's got a pants tent over the first day of the NFL combine // Weighing the pros and cons of dealing Brad Marchand // Wiggy reiterates how important it is for the Pats to win the offseason // They Said It: Eliot Wolf doubles down on his duties // Wiggy is really into the behind the scenes action at spring training // Craig Breslow joins, talks Bregman signing, how this year feels different // The News With Courtney: Yet ANOTHER airline incident, this time in DC // The mysterious death of Gene Hackman and his Wife // Mike Milbury joins, says trading Marchand is probably the best move // Wiggy and Curtis fight over whether Tatum is disrespected or not // Wiggy and Curtis continue their vicious argument //