Podcast appearances and mentions of John Smoltz

Can anyone stop the Dodgers if their rotation is finally healthy for October? John Smoltz breaks down Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound and what this loaded Dodgers staff could look like in the postseason. Plus, Smoltz reacts to the Astros firing their GM while in first place, the Braves sweeping the Dodgers, and Pat Murphy's unusual decision to bench Cooper Pratt.Are the Dodgers beatable in October? Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:33 Smoltz's Thoughts On Astros GM Firing 3:30 Dodgers Rotation Thoughts 7:15 More Impressed with Braves Now? 10:58 Was Pat Murphy's Benching Warranted? 13:48 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Smoltz makes his pick in the NL MVP race between Shohei Ohtani and Pete Crow-Armstrong! This week on Saturday with Smoltz, I ask the Hall of Famer who he would vote for right now in one of baseball's biggest award races. We also break down the absolute chaos in the American League Wild Card race and Smoltz gives his pick for which team ultimately gets in. Plus, with the Little League Classic this weekend, Smoltz shares his favorite Little League memory and looks back at what it was like to be a player during the historic Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa home run chase in 1998. Who gets your NL MVP vote right now, Shohei or PCA? Let me know in the comments! #FlippinBats #MLB #JohnSmoltz #shoheiohtani #petecrowarmstrong #PCA #NLMVP Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:54 Smoltz's AL Wildcard Pick 5:03 Smoltz picks his NL MVP 11:11 Remembering the 1998 MVP Race 12:48 Favorite Little League Moment 15:58 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betting analyst PJ Glasser joins Gene to discuss who he likes in MLB's pennant races. Plus, PJ has high hopes for Penn State football.

Gene breaks down the Bills' joint practice with the Browns in Cleveland. Plus, betting analyst PJ Glasser gives his thoughts on MLB's playoff races and college football, including a bold take on Penn State.

Gene breaks down the Bills' joint practice with the Browns in Cleveland. Betting analyst PJ Glasser shares his tips for wagering on MLB playoff futures and college football, with a surprise pick mixed in. Plus, should quarterbacks engage in PDA on the practice field?

Is there reason to be concerned about Paul Skenes? John Smoltz joins me for another Saturday with Smoltz to break down Skenes' recent struggles, what he's seeing from the Pirates ace, and whether there's anything to worry about moving forward. We also get Smoltz's take on one of the strangest plays you'll see all season involving MLB's “fourth out” rule, plus he shares a personal story about his Field of Dreams experience and what that game meant to him and his family. Are you concerned about Paul Skenes or not? Let me know in the comments! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:42 Concerned About Paul Skenes? 5:15 Wild 4th Out Rule 9:30 Smoltz' Emotional Field of Dreams Experience 11:59 Outro #PaulSkenes #JohnSmoltz #MLB #Pirates #Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shohei Ohtani is getting closer to returning to the mound. After not pitching since July 3, Ohtani has now thrown on back-to-back days as he continues working his way toward his next bullpen session. We break down the latest on Ohtani's pitching timeline, what his recent stolen base could tell us about his knee, and where things stand in the NL MVP race with Pete Crow-Armstrong. Plus, John Smoltz weighs in on the Ohtani vs. PCA MVP debate. Is Shohei still your NL MVP right now? Let me know below! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:40 Johns Smoltz NL MVP Pick 1:53 Shohei vs PCA 2:41 Pitching Injury Update 4:50 Shohei's Offense 6:25 Who wins MVP? 7:39 Outro #ShoheiOhtani #Dodgers #MLB #Ohtani #DodgersBaseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NL MVP race is officially on. This week, John Smoltz joins the show to break down the biggest debate in baseball: Shohei Ohtani or Pete Crow-Armstrong for National League MVP? Is elite defense more valuable than elite pitching? Who has the stronger overall case? We also discuss: ⚾ John Smoltz's biggest winners from the MLB Trade Deadline ⚾ The Dodgers' pursuit of Tarik Skubal ⚾ The Braves' quiet deadline ⚾ Ohtani's incredible week at the plate and on the mound Who gets your NL MVP vote right now? Let us know in the comments! #Dodgers #ShoheiOhtani #PeteCrowArmstrong #Cubs #MLB #MLBTradeDeadline #JohnSmoltz #mvp Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:53 John Smoltz Joins 1:13 Who is the NL MVP? 4:30 Tarik Skubal Traded to Dodgers 8:36 Braves Underwhelming Deadline 10:50 Jacob DeGrom Declines Trade 15:12 Deadline Winners and Losers 20:22 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(00:00-25:58) Happy Birthday Vera Farmiga. A little Sadie Hawkins for Doug. Audio of Brian Kelly giving us a game-by-game breakdown of Notre Dame's schedule. Audio of John Smoltz on how to avoid a lockout, saying the season should be split in half to give small market teams a better chance to compete. Shane Beamer's seat. The nine game SEC conference schedule. CBS Sports ranking SEC coaches. Tennessee's favorable schedule. Better update them standings, McCracken.(26:08-55:24) Martin asked Jackson to make and bring him a coffee. Ridiculous request. We don't get paid to talk about the Billikens until mid-August. Surprise guest time, Jon Hamm is on the phone lines. Jon was behind at the Cards/Yankees game in New York the other night. Does he have a close relationship with anyone with the Cardinals. Filming for 'Your Friends & Neighbors.' Not everyone at Yankee Stadium is named 'Vinny.' Getting Jon's take on Navy Caps On The Road. Being in NY for the Knicks parade. Bring the Trail Blazers home.(55:34-1:04:03) Joined by Cardinal broadcaster Brad Thompson who's up early this morning after a late arrival back in the STL. Hopefully the series win over the Yankees can build some momentum. Nathan Church. Jimmy Crooks. Nolan Gorman in Memphis. Joshua Baez.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How 'bout that Cardinal starting pitching. Light issues at Yankee Stadium last night. Gary Coleman on a tricycle. Travel logistics. Martin is The Great Tinkerer. Tim and Jackson supposed to be teeing off at 1:00 but the weather could be an issue. I ride with Al In Dadeville. Revisiting Predictionary. Where's the nearest Sizzler? Be nice to have a sweat going into the last month of the season. Juggs in DC still on the Redbirds to make the playoffs. Early morning texts to BT.Rhythm of the Night. Happy Birthday, Randy Debarge. What game show would you do the best on? A little guessing game for Doug. Which NL team has played the most playoff games since 2000? Surviving the boot/gift card era. Tallying the votes on the TMA Choose Your Airplane Seat post.Iggy's not happy with Martin in the YouTube chat. School's in session, Doug. A signed Brody stick. The Sopranos scenes with Dr. Melfi. Audio of Oli Marmol on the win and guys stepping up amidst this long stretch of games. Doug's stiff thinking about Ragsdale. Nolan Gorman heating up in Memphis. The future is Prieto. Trapper Keepers.Happy Birthday Vera Farmiga. A little Sadie Hawkins for Doug. Audio of Brian Kelly giving us a game-by-game breakdown of Notre Dame's schedule. Audio of John Smoltz on how to avoid a lockout, saying the season should be split in half to give small market teams a better chance to compete. Shane Beamer's seat. The nine game SEC conference schedule. CBS Sports ranking SEC coaches. Tennessee's favorable schedule. Better update them standings, McCracken.Martin asked Jackson to make and bring him a coffee. Ridiculous request. We don't get paid to talk about the Billikens until mid-August. Surprise guest time, Jon Hamm is on the phone lines. Jon was behind at the Cards/Yankees game in New York the other night. Does he have a close relationship with anyone with the Cardinals. Filming for 'Your Friends & Neighbors.' Not everyone at Yankee Stadium is named 'Vinny.' Getting Jon's take on Navy Caps On The Road. Being in NY for the Knicks parade. Bring the Trail Blazers home.Joined by Cardinal broadcaster Brad Thompson who's up early this morning after a late arrival back in the STL. Hopefully the series win over the Yankees can build some momentum. Nathan Church. Jimmy Crooks. Nolan Gorman in Memphis. Joshua Baez.Chairman Kurt already has a clip of Jon Hamm endorsing the St. Louis Trail Blazers up on Instagram and Twitter. Lots of people wondering if Iggy is going to ask Jon Hamm to sign something for Gobble Bowl. Chairman isn't happy with Jon Hamm for wearing a black and white Cardinal hat. Martin may fill in for Doug on ATMA next week.Iggy's manifesto in the YouTube chat. He left Jon Hamm a voicemail. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.A little Tyler Childers to get the vibes right. A fun exercise with The Colonel on Power Mizzou. Listing the FBS teams Tim has seen but Doug keeps interrupting. Tim walked so podcasters could run. Grosse Pointe Blank.Picking up Tim's list with the O's. Doug's ready for this to end. Surprising number.Seggies gonna be a little short because we're up against it. Are Jackson and Tim gonna be out there with McGreevy and Pallante today shaving strokes? Jackson doesn't have a simulator or a basement.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to John Smoltz's suggestion that MLB go back to a split season format with a potential lockout coming up.

The Trade Deadline approaches and the Atlanta Braves have several needs to fill before Monday's cutoff. Can Alex Anthopoulos find the pieces the roster needs to complete a championship contender? Grant McAuley delves into the trade deadline rumors in the wake of the Detroit Tigers dealing ace Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers. With many more starters on the block, it leaves the Braves and other contenders with considerable options to weigh. These deals would also come at a good time for Atlanta, which has been playing a much better brand of baseball since the All-Star break and extended its lead in the NL East to 8 games. Also on deck for this episode: Ronald Acuña Jr.'s impact, the one-run victories, the stress on the bullpen, an injury to Reynaldo Lopez, an update on Spencer Schwellenbach, and the Braves roster crunch with Ha-Seong Kim back and Sean Murphy closing in on a return as Lane Thomas arrives in a trade with Kansas City. You'll also hear from Braves legend John Smoltz, who relives the trade that brought him to Atlanta 39 years ago this month. Catch From The Diamond on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. For more, visit www.FromTheDiamond.com.

Braves legend and MLB Hofer John Smoltz sat down with the Locker Room to talk Atlanta baseball, the Dodgers and the pending trade deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Braves legend and MLB Hofer John Smoltz sat down with the Locker Room to talk Atlanta baseball, the Dodgers and the pending trade deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Fame Weekend is over... but John Smoltz has stories you probably haven't heard. We talk about baseball's newest Hall of Famers, share stories about each of them, behind-the-scenes moments from Cooperstown, and why Hall of Fame Weekend means so much to everyone who's been part of it. Who was your favorite of the 3 new Hall of Famers? #MLB #HallOfFame #JohnSmoltz #Baseball #AndruwJones #JeffKent #CarlosBeltran Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 3:54 Carlos Beltran Story 6:35 Jeff Kent Story 9:27 Andruw Jones Story 12:22 Favorite Part of HOF Weekend 13:18 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Smoltz joins me for another edition of Saturday with Smoltz, and this week we start with the biggest question in baseball: Should Shohei Ohtani still be the favorite to win the National League MVP? We break down Shohei's latest injury update, what it means for the Dodgers, and whether the MVP race has become much more interesting. Then, Smoltz shares one of the most fascinating answers he's ever given on this show—revealing what he would've traded for another World Series championship. We also discuss: - The Dodgers' outlook - The MLB trade deadline - The biggest stories around baseball Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Shohei Ohtani Injury Concern 3:11 Is Shohei Still the MVP? 4:26 Boston Red Sox Legit? 6:54 Was He Ever Almost Traded? 11:51 Favorite Part of All-Star Week 15:54 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball takes center stage on the latest Sports Media Watch Podcast, as Jon Lewis, co-host Armand Broady and producer Derek Futterman are joined in separate interviews by Fox Sports lead MLB analyst John Smoltz and former Fox studio analyst Frank Thomas for a discussion about the state of the game -- and the lockout that looms this offseason.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

They celebrate Atlanta's successful run as a World Cup host city, noting the immense security efforts and the vibrant international atmosphere at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The discussion includes a critique of Marcelo Hernandez's ESPYs performance and John Smoltz's concerns regarding the high number of strikeouts in the MLB All-Star Game. Finally, they preview upcoming film trailers for the Rocky origin story and a new Christopher Nolan epic. 01:00 - Atlanta World Cup Success 08:23 - Marcelo Hernandez ESPYs Recap 10:26 - Smoltz Analyzes MLB Strikeouts 12:30 - World Cup Halftime Show 14:20 - Stallone and Movie News

Ben Maller talks about what stood out about the 2026 MLB All-Star Game with the AL defeating the NL 4-0, how the latest features played out for this year's ASG, if John Smoltz had other motives with his end of All-Star messaging, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Justin Verlander officially announcing his retirement, I sat down with Hall of Famer John Smoltz to reflect on one of the greatest pitching careers in baseball history which just so happens to be accomplished by my brother. We discuss what made Justin so special, the moments that defined his career, what Cooperstown should remember most, and what it's like knowing when it's finally time to walk away from the game. If you're a Justin Verlander fan, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:55 John Smoltz Joins 3:31 How Hard Is The Decision? 8:54 What Will You Remember Most? 10:17 What Impressed You Most? 12:51 Pitching In 2 Generations 15:19 How Baseball Will Remember JV 19:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mitch Evans discusses the upcoming Braves-Cardinals series and analyzes Buster Olney's grade for Atlanta's first half of the season. He highlights Scottie Scheffler's rare missed cut at the Scottish Open and shares John Smoltz's praise for Charles Barkley's improved golf swing. Listeners weigh in on their favorite concert bucket lists and the best way to eat French fries for National French Fry Day. 01:00 - Falcons and Braves Preview 04:32 - Scheffler and Barkley Updates 08:56 - Three Strikes Listener Calls

This week on Saturday with Smoltz, John Smoltz joins me to discuss one of baseball's biggest trade deadline questions: Should the Tigers consider trading Tarik Skubal? We also break down whether the Yankees should be concerned about their recent struggles, why the Astros remain a legitimate playoff threat, and whether pitchers are actually throwing harder today—or if our perception of velocity has changed. As always, Smoltz shares thoughtful insight, strong opinions, and stories from his Hall of Fame career. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:49John Smoltz Joins 2:05 Has Velocity Reading Changed? 5:10 Concern About Yankees? 6:04 Astros a Playoff Team? 7:40 Trade Deadline Talk 9:03 Would You Trade Skubal? 9:45 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lebron has told the Lakers he doesn't work there anymore and is now a free agent. We talk about how much of a bummer Lebron going to Golden State would be plus Kawhi back to the Raptors (00:00:00-00:26:20). USMNT has a must win on Wednesday and we talk about how awesome the World Cup has been plus FreddyLA7 has been bullied offline (00:26:20-00:49:47). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Caitlin Clark update, Josh Naylor might be a psycho, Malik Beasley and more (00:49:47-01:11:45). John Smoltz joins the show to talk baseball, golf, 90's Braves and tons more (01:11:45-02:00:33). We then do our Dingers only Fantasy baseball draft.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz joins the show, and tells us what he thinks about some of the biggest storylines as we head towards teh MLB All-Star break. Then, ESPN Soccer Analyst Shaka Hislop & Former USMNT Player & MLS Apple TV Analyst Brian Dunseth join to preview USA's match tonight and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz joins the show, and tells us what he thinks about some of the biggest storylines as we head towards teh MLB All-Star break. Then, ESPN Soccer Analyst Shaka Hislop & Former USMNT Player & MLS Apple TV Analyst Brian Dunseth join to preview USA's match tonight and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for another edition of Saturday with Smoltz on Flippin' Bats. This week, they dive into the biggest story in baseball: the on-field miscommunication between Shohei Ohtani and Dodgers rookie catcher Dalton Rushing. Smoltz explains whether he experienced similar situations during his Hall of Fame career, how trust between a pitcher and catcher is built, and why communication is so important at the major league level. The conversation also covers: The Braves' shrinking lead in the NL East Which team John hopes becomes an aggressive buyer at the MLB Trade Deadline An under-the-radar pitcher who has caught his attention this season Plus plenty of baseball insight and stories from one of the game's greatest pitchers. Subscribe to Flippin' Bats for new episodes every week featuring the biggest stories across Major League Baseball. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Braves losing NL East Lead 3:45 Who Needs to Make a Trade 6:53 Ohtani/Rushing Situation 10:11 Underrated Pitcher Appreciation 13:09 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our hilarious guest is Kent Mercker, former MLB pitcher who spent 18 seasons in the big leagues and shared clubhouses with 17 Hall of Famers throughout his remarkable career. We dive into his experiences with Greg Maddux, John Smoltz, and Tom Glavine, getting an inside look at what made each of them such extraordinary players, competitors, and teammates. Plus, we’re never going to pass up a great Bobby Cox story, and Mercker has plenty of them. He threw a no-hitter, was part of a combined no-hitter, and accomplished something else that makes him the only player in baseball history to achieve all three. Find out what that unique distinction is in the interview. He’s also a proud girl dad, a role he considers one of his greatest accomplishments. He shares a memorable moment with Mark McGwire that we’re willing to bet you’ve never heard before, along with a Vin Scully story that absolutely gave us chills. Thanks for listening or watching, and thank you always for being a part of our family! Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Shohei Ohtani the greatest athlete of all time? This week, John Smoltz joins the show to weigh in on one of the biggest debates in sports. Smoltz not only faced some of the greatest athletes ever—he was also teammates with Deion Sanders. So when it comes to comparing Deion and Shohei Ohtani, his opinion carries more weight than almost anyone else's. We discuss Ohtani's incredible season as he lowers his ERA to 0.74 while raising his batting average above .300, continuing one of the most remarkable two-way stretches baseball has ever seen. Plus, we dive into whether the Yankees can survive without Aaron Judge, Cristopher Sanchez's dominant scoreless streak, and whether he has emerged as a legitimate Cy Young favorite alongside Ohtani. All that and more with Hall of Famer John Smoltz on this week's episode of Flippin' Bats. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:20 John Smoltz Joins 2:41 Shohei Ohtani is UNBELIEVABLE 4:48 Better Athlete: Shohei or Deion 7:08 Cristopher Sanchez remarkable stretch 8:40 Cy Young Front runner? 9:50 Yankees OK without Judge? 10:33 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this the matchup Knicks fans wanted? John Smoltz joins and says the Yankees are more well rounded and are his favorite to win the American League. How do the Knicks and Spurs matchup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baseball Hall of Famer/MLB on FOX Analyst John Smoltz and Rich break down what's shaping up to be a hotly-contested National League Cy Young Award race, if the Tampa Bay Rays can hold off the New York Yankees to win the AL East, their upcoming American Century Classic celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, and more. Commanders WR Terry McLaurin and Rich discuss the outlook for Washington's 2026 season including Jayden Daniels' mindset after an injury-riddled sophomore year, the team drafting fellow Ohio State Buckeye Sonny Styles, and more. Rich refutes a Rams fan caller who has reservations about trading for Myles Garrett and says why L.A. was smart to get the 7-time All-Pro DE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for another great weekly breakdown. We discuss: - Does a combined no-hitter actually count as a real no-hitter? - The wild NL Central race... Why the Cubs are such a rollercoaster while the Brewers remain the model of consistency (and how they turned Kyle Harrison into an ace). - Who's the best in the NL Central? - One of the craziest celebrations you'll ever see! Abner Uribe's over-the-top, derogatory strikeout celebration + the craziest thing Smoltz ever saw or did Smoltz also shares his unfiltered thoughts on what counts as “disrespectful” in today's game and his most memorable celebration stories from his playing days. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:34 Smoltz Joins 1:47 Do Combined No-Hitters Count? 4:21 Cubs or Brewers in NL Central? 7:04 How Do The Brewers Do It? 9:23 Most Disrespectful Celebration Ever? 13:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Vice Admiral Robert Harward joins the Brian Kilmeade Show to shatter the viral social media conspiracy alleging he wore a prosthetic mask during a recent Fox News appearance. Harward breaks down the real-time drone strikes targeting Iran's launch stations and explains why the current economic blockade is pushing the regime to a catastrophic point of no return.  Plus, Marc Thiessen pulls no punches on the woke "religious left" candidate in Texas, why Donald Trump's Senate majority is fractured, and how Spencer Pratt's common-sense mayoral run could spark a massive political shift in Los Angeles. [00:00:00] Adm. Robert Harward (Ret.)   [00:18:26] Angelo “AJ” Pasciuti   [00:36:50] Marc Thiessen   [00:55:13] Josh Kraushaar   [01:13:38] Daniel Turner   [01:32:01] John Smoltz   [01:32:01] Randy Levine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses why Gerrit Cole's return to form makes the New York Yankees the favorites to win the American League, how the Philadelphia Phillies have saved their season, and how the MLB Players' Association is doing everything in its power to avoid a lockout. Plus, Texas Rangers pitcher Kumar Rocker swings by for a compelling conversation, and World Series champion and FOX MLB analyst John Smoltz checks in to discuss all the biggest MLB headlines and promote the upcoming American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament. Finally, we drop Rob's latest appearance on MLB Network and the latest edition of Pocket Protector Central with analytics maven Anthony Masterson, and reveal the ninth installment of Rob’s Memory Lane series. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary MLB pitcher and broadcaster joins us for a third time, this time in person (!), to talk golf, baseball and much more. Plus, the boys dive into Wyndham Clark's big comeback win, more LIV drama and Steve's epic trip to Scotland, which almost included a career-first. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ike and Spike explore the possibility of moving Aaron Nola to a relief role, drawing inspiration from John Smoltz's career transition. The conversation includes a return of Tommy Down the Shore for a series of original poems and songs.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with Hall of Fame pitcher, former Atlanta Brave, and now MLB Analyst for Fox Sports John Smoltz! Ali, Mike, Beau, and John discuss what Bobby Cox meant to John, what John would tell Braves rookie starting pitcher JR Ritchie after his rough outing against the Miami Marlins last night, what John has seen from Bryce Elder this season that's allowed him to have a successful season so far and possibly turn his career around, the job Walt Weiss has done in his first year of being the Braves Manager, and who catcher Drake Baldwin reminds John of.

John Smoltz: From the Mound to the Senior Tees The guys kicked things off talking about John Smoltz's move into senior golf. Jeff and Scott broke down how a Hall‑of‑Fame pitcher can suddenly become a legit threat on the Champions Tour — apparently elite hand‑eye coordination doesn't disappear just because you stop throwing 97 mph. Why Your Short Game Deserves More Love Then Jeff went full professor mode, reminding everyone that if you want to score, you'd better learn to putt and chip like you mean it. Scott chimed in with the painful truth: amateurs spend 90% of their time on the range and 10% on the putting green… when it should probably be the other way around. PGA Tour Putting Stats: Prepare to Feel Bad John pulled up some Tour putting numbers, and the room collectively sighed. Tour pros make everything inside eight feet. Amateurs? We think we do… until someone actually measures it. Jeff hammered home the point: If you can't aim your putter, you're basically guessing. And most golfers? They're guessing. Why Club Fitting Isn't Optional Scott jumped in with a sermon on club fitting — especially putters. Lie angle, loft, head shape, grip size… all the stuff amateurs ignore but complain about when they miss a four‑footer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Smoltz opens up about the passing of his legendary manager Bobby Cox — one of the greatest managers in MLB history and a true father figure to so many players. In this heartfelt conversation, Smoltz shares incredible stories, memories, and lessons from his years playing under Cox with the Atlanta Braves. From Cox's intense competitiveness and leadership style to funny moments, life lessons, and what made him so special behind the scenes. We discuss: What Bobby Cox was really like as a manager and person His impact on Smoltz's career and the Braves dynasty Hall of Fame legacy and why he meant so much to generations of players Rest in Peace, Bobby Cox. One of the all-time greats. What's your favorite Bobby Cox memory or story? Drop it in the comments below. #BobbyCox #JohnSmoltz #AtlantaBraves #MLB #flippinbats Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:00 John Smoltz on Bobby Cox 13:26 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the 200th episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman answer fan questions! What positions will the Yankees target at the trade deadline? Will the Mets be sellers? Later, Hall of Famer John Smoltz joins Joel and Jon to honor his former manager with the Braves, the late Bobby Cox. Plus, he tells a story about golfing with Tiger Woods, how close he came to signing with the Yankees in free agency and what would he change about the game he was commissioner for the day. 0:00 Intro 1:34 Answering Fans Questions 27:04 John Smoltz Joins The Show! 57:31 Hit Or Error Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour of A Numbers Game hosts Dustin Swedelson and Kelley Bydlon recap the NBA Playoffs, the Stanley Cup playoffs, and the NFL upcoming season with the schedule getting released soon.  John Smoltz joins the show and helps break down the MLB. Also David Amber joins the show and helps the hosts go over the NHL playoffs. 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.

During the 4pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about the Hawks getting the #8 pick in the NBA Draft, the mock drafts that have come out since the lottery, Bobby Cox, Ted Turner, the Atlanta Braves and more before being joined by former Braves great and MLB Hall of Famer, John Smoltz. Later in the hour the guys talked about Mauricio Dubon and just how crunk Milton, Georgia can get on a Friday night these days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta Braves longtime pitching coaching and good friend of Bobby Cox, Leo Mazzone, joined Chuck & Chernoff to share memories about Bobby Cox, the Braves, John Smoltz and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby Cox made Chipper the No. 1 overall pick in the 1990 draft and the two have been tied to the hip ever since. Chipper joins Nick & Chris to share some stories about the legendary Bobby Cox. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the 2pm hour of today's show Chernoff & Los talked about Ted Turner, the Atlanta Braves, John Smoltz, Dale Murphy and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Smoltz on Tarik Skubal's Elbow Procedure, Framber Valdez Meltdown & Sign Stealing Rumors John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for a candid conversation on the biggest stories in MLB right now. We discuss Tarik Skubal's elbow procedure and what it means for the Tigers' ace. Then we break down Framber Valdez's ugly ejection after giving up 7 earned runs, throwing at Trevor Story after back-to-back homers, and the ongoing mental side of his game. The Tigers desperately need Framber to step up as the leader of their staff, can he handle it? Plus: Sign stealing rumors and how prevalent it was during Smoltz's playing days Remembering broadcasting legend John Sterling — Smoltz shares fun stories Remembering Ted Turner — classic stories from Smoltz's time with the Braves Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - John Smoltz Joins 1:25 - Smoltz on Skubal Elbow Surgery 5:11 - Can Framber Valdez lead a staff? 7:14 - Smoltz discusses sign stealing 11:30 - Smoltz remembers John Sterling 12:37 - Smoltz remembers Ted Turner 14:44 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Smoltz on Red Sox Chaos, Phillies Firing Rob Thompson & Power Rankings Debate John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for his weekly breakdown of the biggest storylines in MLB. We dive into the Boston Red Sox drama: What's really going on with the organization after their coaching shakeup? Then we ask the tough question on the Philadelphia Phillies: Was firing Rob Thompson the right move, or is it still too early to panic on this talented (but struggling) roster? Plus: Power Rankings debate — Braves, Dodgers or Yankees at #1 right now? Smoltz shares his funniest mound visit story of all time Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:19 - Red Sox Fiasco 7:38 - Phillies Bad Start 11:29 - Smoltz #1 Team in Power Rankings 13:40 - Funniest Mound Visit Story 16:21 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shohei Ohtani keeps making history his on-base streak is now at 51 straight games (dating back to August 24th of last season). He's closing in on Barry Bonds, the Dodgers' all-time record, and legends like Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams. We also react to one of the most wholesome moments you'll see all week involving Jake Mangum. On the darker side: The New York Mets are in the middle of their longest losing streak in 22 years (11 games straight). Sitting at 7-15, they have the worst record in baseball tied with the Royals and are further out of first place than any other team. Is it time to stop giving them the benefit of the doubt? Plus, the AL West is a complete mess! Only a .500 team is leading the division, the Astros are struggling despite Yordan Alvarez raking, the Mariners look nothing like a contender, and the A's and Angels are somehow the bright spots. We break down the latest Power Rankings and our Team of the Week, including standout performances from Mike Trout, Yordan Alvarez, Mason Miller, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Shohei Ohtani's 51-Game On-Base Streak 4:03 - Mets' Historic Losing Streak 9:29 - The Awful AL West 12:40 - New MLB Power Rankings 23:27 - Team of the Week 31:03 - Wholesome Moment of the Week 32:20 - Outro What's your biggest takeaway this week? Ohtani's streak, the Mets collapse, or the AL West disaster? Let us know in the comments! SUBSCRIBE for weekly MLB breakdowns with Ben Verlander & John Smoltz: https://www.youtube.com/flippinbatspod?sub_confirmation=1 #ShoheiOhtani #Mets #ALWest #MLB #PowerRankings #FlippinBats Like Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flippinbatspod/ Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flippinbatspod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@flippinbatspod Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlippinBatsPod Follow Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flippinbatspod/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander for a full breakdown of the biggest storylines in MLB right now. We dive deep into Shohei Ohtani's Cy Young chances, how realistic is it for him to win one as a two-way superstar, and what would he need to do to take home the award? Can Mason Miller actually win the Cy Young as a closer? Smoltz shares his Hall of Fame pitcher perspective on what it would take for a reliever to win the award for the first time since Eric Gagné in 2003. Plus: - Are the Braves legitimately back after their brutal 2025 season? - The Mets' early struggles, should we be worried? Smoltz gives his unfiltered takes on all of it, including his thoughts on pitching dominance, team identity, and what stands out early in the 2026 season. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - John Smoltz joins the show 2:00 - Can Shohei win Cy Young? 8:28 - Can Mason Miller win Cy Young? 12:33 - Worried about the Mets? 15:59 - Are the Braves back? 18:11 - When will the Braves build a statue? 20:28 - Brewers baseball on display 23:47 - Outro What do you think — can Ohtani win Cy Young this year? Could a closer like Mason Miller actually take home the award? Drop your thoughts in the comments! SUBSCRIBE for weekly MLB conversations with John Smoltz and so much more: https://www.youtube.com/@FlippinBatsPod #JohnSmoltz #ShoheiOhtani #MasonMiller #Braves #Mets #MLB #CyYoung #FlippinBats #baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two-time Masters champion and golf hall of famer Bernhard Langer shares about his mom and dad’s decision to go ahead with an at-risk pregnancy to give him life. He also talks about his successful career and how he and his family committed their lives to Christ. We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.