Podcast appearances and mentions of Josh Hader

Revisiting last nights rubber match, the Astros' send the White Sox down the road with a series loss following the games final score of 4-3 resulting in a 2-1 series victory for the Astros. With Framber Valdez on the mound for another outstanding outing with 5 innings pitched, 12 strikeouts, and only allowing 2 runs the Astros are on a roll following Josh Hader closing the game for his 18th save of the season now tied for 3rd in the league. Discussing last nights victory Sean and Dan assess how the Astros have turned the tide in rallying back to win games, along with props to the Astros phenomenal pitching and bullpen staff throughout these games securing and ensuring wins from extraordinary starts from their starters.

- The Houston Astros win back-to-back series' on the road after taking two out of three from the Cleveland Guardians.- Recap CLE series- Colton Gordon picks up his first win of his Major League career- Brandon Walter with another excellent outing, including a quality start- Mauricio Dubon two outfield assists- Phase 1 of the 2025 All-Star Game has begun- Which Astros players should make the Midsummer Classic?- Jeremy Pena/Jacob Wilson/Bobby Witt Jr.?- Josh Hader lights out- Hunter Brown should be selected in his first ASG- Steban and Cantu break down their first All-Star Game lineup- CWS Preview- Forrest Whitley DFA'd- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/RFmBRuKEC-0Have you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

- The Houston Astros take the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates as the offense exploded eight runs in the series finale!- Recap PIT series- LMJ excelled again- Is McCullers Jr. back?- Can he booster and take this rotation to the top in baseball?- Astros two hitting- Josh Hader lights out- Isaac Paredes is on a tear- Framber Valdez picks up his sixth win of the season- CLE Preview- Miguel Ullola is awarded MiLB Pitcher of the Month- Could Ullola be another asset to Houston's rotation?- Zach Dezenzo lands on the IL- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/QkiHTzh_B7QHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley previews the start of a nine-game, nine-day homestand, starting with a three-game series against the Houston Astros. Beazley looks at the Astros' stats, noting that they've been led by their pitchers this season, including names like Hunter Brown, Framber Valdez and Josh Hader. Colin then previews the three pitching matchups, including Paul Skenes' scheduled start Tuesday. He then lists Jeremy Pena, Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve as three Astros to watch before finishing with a bold prediction.

- The Houston Astros collect a mini sweep against the Athletics and have won four consecutive games.- Recap ATH series- Hunter Brown bounces back- Offensive surge- Jose Altuve's 4-for-4 night- Zach Dezenzo's big shot- Clutch Caratini- The Astros' offense is open and alive- Josh Hader continues to be lights out- TB Preview- Ronel Blanco out for the season- Which Astros pitcher needs to step up?- Yordan Alvarez injury update- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/7TdBUnS_eTkHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

All-Star closer Josh Haders hops on The A-Team to discuss everything surrounding the Astros' bulllpen, Christian Walker's impact, a surge toward first place, the 'Fireman' intro and more!

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- The Houston Astros won 2-of-3 from the Detroit Tigers and have won seven of their last nine home games.- The Astros scored 10 of their 18 runs with 2-outs against Detroit.- Recap DET series- Houston's offense was relentless- AJ Blubaugh made his first career start and MLB Debut- Blubaugh started hot then cooled off- Command was off after the two innings, but he's a rookie and more than likely was nervous and anxious- Josh Hader 13 scoreless innings come to an end- The Astros' one-two punch on the top of their lineup is performing- Jeremy Pena and Jose Altuve propel the rest of the batting order- CWS Preview- Houston will need to take care of business- Lance McCullers Jr. will make his 2025 debut on Sunday- McCullers Jr. hasn't pitched since Game 3 of the 2022 World Series- Forrest Whitley injury update- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/dcXOOG_lQrcHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank Astros TV voice Todd Kalas joined us for his weekly visit to discuss the team's better play of late, who might be the odd man out when injured starting pitchers start getting healthy, if Christian Walker has started to turn it around, and the seasons by Josh Hader, Bryan King, Hunter Brown, and more! Rockets must take advantage of a potential break in this series. Flew under the radar with the draft but Jimmy Butler is in “serious jeopardy” to play in game 3 Plus the worst takes of the got roasted during Bad Take BLVD

Joe Siddall, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to help diagnose Toronto's offensive issues following yesterday's 7-0 shelling. Joe shares his view on potential lineup changes to come, before sifting through the performances of Anthony Santander, George Springer, Alan Roden, and Alejandro Kirk. Later on, Astros analyst Steve Sparks (28:22) previews Ronel Blanco's start in Houston tonight. The trio also chat about what's changed in Josh Hader's approach in 2025, the aftermath of Alex Bregman's departure, what's behind Jose Altuve's move to the outfield, Jeremy Peña's development, and much more! 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.

Can the Mets avoid getting shut out for the first time on opening day? Can they avoid losing back to back opening days for the first time since 1999-2000? It's two on and no out with Josh Hader on the mound... What time of opening day ending are we getting? Juan Soto gets his time to shine right away... and fails. Buy "The Rico" T-Shirts follow this link: https://breakingt.com/products/the-rico Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: https://link.chtbl.com/RicoBrogna Email TheRicoB@gmail.com 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

- OPENING DAY IS LESS THAN ONE WEEK AWAY!- The guys take a look back at their early, early Opening Day roster projections.- Josh Hader, Bryan Abreu, and Taylor Scott are locks in the bullpen.- Which relievers will make the cut?- Who starts at second base?- Do Luis Guillorme or Brendan Rodgers make the roster?- Jose Altuve is officially going to play majority of his games in left field, according to Joe Espada.- Astros prospects Zach Dezenzo and Cam Smith have played terrific this spring.- Does Cam Smith still have a shot making the roster?- Astros GM Dana Brown isn't afraid to bring up his No. 1 prospect.- Astros City Connect 2.0 are here!- Grade them from a scale 1-10- Luis Garcia shut down. What's next for Houston?- Lance McCullers Jr. steps in the right direction- Around The Horn!- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/NmEk_s_-V7c0:00 Intro3:31 Projecting the Astros Opening Day roster4:05 Starting Rotation9:03 Astros Relievers17:30 Astros Infielders18:39 Brendan Rodgers19:26 Luis Guillorme24:19 Astros Outfielders24:44 Jose Altuve in left field28:18 Zach Dezenzo30:08 Cam Smith36:30 Youth Movement38:27 Outfield depth40:30 Dana Brown on Cam Smith43:23 Astros City Connect 2.048:33 Luis Garcia shut down53:55 Lance McCullers Jr. big step56:55 Astros Injury Update58:44 Astros Roster updates59:35 Around The HornHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for the new upcoming season. The MLB Season Preview Podcast, hosted by Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner, covers key storylines, stat leader predictions, and awards markets for the 2025 MLB season. The episode begins with a recap of the Dodgers' 4-1 victory over the Cubs in the Tokyo Series, marking the official season opener. Munaf and Griffin discuss Yankees' ace Gerrit Cole missing the season due to Tommy John surgery, making Max Fried's signing more valuable. Griffin speculates on the Yankees potentially trading for Sandy Alcantara to reinforce their rotation. The hosts analyze the strikeout leader market, with Griffin emphasizing the importance of volume and durability. Paul Skenes is the favorite but may face inning limits. Zach Wheeler (20-1) emerges as a strong contender due to his fastball velocity and workload. Munaf highlights Garrett Crochet (+750) as a breakout candidate for the Red Sox, though Griffin expresses caution. Luis Castillo (66-1) and Robbie Ray (40-1) are considered longshots. For saves leader, Emmanuel Clase (7-1) is a top contender, given the Guardians' ability to play close games. Josh Hader (10-1) intrigues Munaf as Houston's full-time closer. Mason Miller (14-1) could be a trade target, while Tanner Scott (33-1) is dismissed due to the Dodgers' bullpen committee. The wins leader discussion highlights Zach Wheeler (10-1) and Tariq Skubal (10-1) as co-favorites. Munaf considers Blake Snell (22-1) as a workhorse for the Dodgers and suggests Hunter Brown (50-1) as a potential ace for Houston. Griffin sees Logan Gilbert and George Kirby (50-1) as interesting options in the Mariners' rotation. For home run leader, Aaron Judge (4-1) and Shohei Ohtani (6-1) top the odds. Griffin questions Fernando Tatis Jr. (20-1) being highly rated despite inconsistency. Munaf backs Juan Soto (28-1), believing he will thrive in New York. Gunnar Henderson, Jose Ramirez (40-1), and Rafael Devers (55-1) are mentioned as longshots. The Cy Young discussion features Paul Skenes (3-1) as a favorite, but Griffin warns of injury risk. He sees Zach Wheeler and Corbin Burnes (12-1) as strong candidates. Munaf takes a longshot bet on Walker Buehler (90-1), citing his strong postseason form and fresh start in Boston. For MVP, Ohtani (+170) and Judge (+310) lead the markets. Griffin highlights Ronald Acuña Jr. (16-1) but is concerned about his injury history. Munaf supports Juan Soto (5-1) for his elite plate discipline in New York. Griffin also likes Jackson Chourio (33-1) as an emerging star for Milwaukee. In the AL MVP race, Griffin prefers Jose Ramirez (16-1) and Julio Rodríguez (20-1), citing J-Rod's injury-affected 2024 season. Munaf backs Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (17-1), believing he is playing for a major contract. The episode concludes with best bets: Griffin selects Emmanuel Clase (6-1) as AL saves leader, while Munaf picks Walker Buehler (90-1) to win AL Cy Young. The podcast previews upcoming division breakdowns and continued analysis throughout the 2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Javi and Toad open the episode discussing the electric 4 Nations Face-Off. The USA-Canada rivalry has the Mafia ready for next year's World Baseball Classic. Fire up the hype machine: the best Opening Day pitching matchup is in Miami, Paul Skenes vs. Sandy Alcántara. Then, one of the top relievers in baseball and Houston Astros closer Josh Hader joins the show (29:39). Josh tells his call-up story, discusses preparing for the 2025 season, and shares details about his career as a closer. The episode wraps with Petey going off about the drama at Red Sox Spring Training (01:06:37) and the guys name their favorite all-time baseball video games.

Welcome back to another episode of Bubba (@bdentrek) and the Bloom (@RyanBHQ). On BATB 216, the guys wrap up their 2025 positional previews with the Relief Pitching position. Some Players Discussed- Emmanuel Clase Devin Williams Edwin Diaz Josh Hader Mason Miller Many More

What is the state of saves in Fantasy Baseball (2:20)? ... What about saves plus holds leagues (9:23)? ... What is our relief pitcher strategy in Roto leagues (16:07)? ... How to tackle H2H categories leagues (19:18)? ... Avoid closers and draft SPARPs in H2H points leagues (21:52)? ... Let's try and predict the saves leader for each American League team (28:58). ... Who will lead each National League team in saves (36:24)? ... Let's get into ADP, starting with Emmanuel Clase (49:40). ... Devin Williams or Josh Hader (51:16)? ... How to rank Edwin Diaz, Mason Miller, Ryan Helsley and Raisel Iglesias (55:45)? ... What about The Mountain Felix Bautista (1:01:50)? ... Will Muñoz and Duran get enough saves (1:03:50)? ... Ryan Walker was awesome with the Giants last season (1:05:38). ... Tanner Scott should get the majority of the Dodgers saves (1:07:50). ... Fade Pete Fairbanks (1:13:25)? ... What about the rest of ADP (1:20:02)? ... We wrap up with sleepers, breakouts and busts (1:25:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eno and DVR wrap up their 2025 position preview series with relievers, focusing specifically on leagues that use saves as a category. How early should you consider choosing a top option? Which second, third and fourth-tier relievers offer the most value, and which unsettled situations offer viable late dart-throws that could turn into a valuable sources of saves?Rundown0:59 What Is the Earliest Pick You're Spending on a Closer?5:05 ADP Tier 1 (Top 75 Overall Picks) -- Emmanuel Clase, Devin Williams, Josh Hader, Mason Miller, Edwin Dìaz, Ryan Helsley & Raisel Iglesias29:20 ADP Tier 2 (Pick 75-125 Range) -- Félix Bautista, Andres Muñoz, Jhoan Duran, Robert Suarez, Ryan Walker45:00 ADP Tier 3 (Pick 125-200 Range) -- Lucas Erceg, Trevor Megill, Jeff Hoffman, Kirby Yates, Tanner Scott, Alexis Díaz, David Bednar, Ben Joyce, Pete Fairbanks59:47 ADP Tier 4 (Pick 200-250 Range) -- Jordan Romano, Justin Martinez, Carlos Estévez, Kenley Jansen (FA), Ryan Pressly1:11:22 ADP Tier 5 (Beyond Pick 250) -- Unsettled Situations & Late ConsiderationsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeShare your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks for Relief Pitchers: https://forms.gle/Z1Nw13vBS3XyZgmw7Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR wrap up their 2025 position preview series with relievers, focusing specifically on leagues that use saves as a category. How early should you consider choosing a top option? Which second, third and fourth-tier relievers offer the most value, and which unsettled situations offer viable late dart-throws that could turn into a valuable sources of saves? Rundown 0:59 What Is the Earliest Pick You're Spending on a Closer? 5:05 ADP Tier 1 (Top 75 Overall Picks) -- Emmanuel Clase, Devin Williams, Josh Hader, Mason Miller, Edwin Dìaz, Ryan Helsley & Raisel Iglesias 29:20 ADP Tier 2 (Pick 75-125 Range) -- Félix Bautista, Andres Muñoz, Jhoan Duran, Robert Suarez, Ryan Walker 45:00 ADP Tier 3 (Pick 125-200 Range) -- Lucas Erceg, Trevor Megill, Jeff Hoffman, Kirby Yates, Tanner Scott, Alexis Díaz, David Bednar, Ben Joyce, Pete Fairbanks 59:47 ADP Tier 4 (Pick 200-250 Range) -- Jordan Romano, Justin Martinez, Carlos Estévez, Kenley Jansen (FA), Ryan Pressly 1:11:22 ADP Tier 5 (Beyond Pick 250) -- Unsettled Situations & Late Considerations Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Share your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks for Relief Pitchers: https://forms.gle/Z1Nw13vBS3XyZgmw7 Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Cubs and Astros making another deal, Chandler Rome, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get together for another crossover episode. How much does Pressly have left in the tank? And how much did the addition of Josh Hader bother Pressly last season? The reporters from The Athletic discuss what Pressly meant to the Astros, and what the All-Star reliever will bring to the Wrigley Field clubhouse. After trading for Pressly and Kyle Tucker, you would think that the Cubs would be all-in for Alex Bregman, but the signals have been mixed and ultimately this might be up to Astros owner Jim Crane.Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Watch NST and CCT on YouTube. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

Earlier today, Astros GM Dana Brown told the media that the club's relationship with former closer Ryan Pressly fractured, after they added free agent closer Josh Hader last offseason. The A-Team goes through the career that Pressly had, during his time in Houston. But also, whether or not last season led them to make the trade with the Chicago Cubs. 

Soto-Alonso-Vientos Tanner Scott, Josh Hader and Mason Miller The magic behind the Braves pitching development- it started with Bruce Communication- tech and analytics Intuition, Heart, and Soul Until you reach the mound ... you do not know what's working that day. Ricky and Chunking The Catcher, The Umpire, and The Hitter Hot Zones Sitting with Hub- How does he get anyone out? New rules

Let's start with a look at the saves distribution from last season (5:03). ... Emmanuel Clase is the premiere closer in the sport (8:34). ... Kirby Yates still has it (10:20)! ... Ryan Helsley just led all of baseball in saves (14:09). ... Raisel Iglesias is as bankable as relievers come (18:09). ... Ryan Walker had a big breakout season (20:38). ... Ranking Walker over Mason Miller (23:46)?? Robert Suarez had a huge season but took a step back in the second half (28:37). ... Josh Hader's skills are still elite (30:41). ... Tanner Scott is one of the elite relievers in baseball (32:42). ... Mason Miller was awesome as the A's closer (37:04). ... Griffin Jax quietly had a breakout season (39:37). ... News (44:30): Frankie Montas signed with the Mets. ... Let's take a look at Scott and Chris' early 2025 relief pitcher rankings (54:00). ... Who are the top SPARPs in CBS H2H points leagues (1:04:25)? Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vlad Sedler and Jason Anthony are joined by the best fantasy baseball player in the world, Phil Dussault. The trio break down the first NFBC 12-team OC of the fantasy season that both Phil and Vlad were in. This episode went off outline, covering a variety of interesting topics related to early draft strategy, player analysis, roster construction, and assessing market value. If you love talking about fantasy baseball year-round, this episode is for you. It's also guaranteed to immediately bolster your fantasy baseball IQ.Topics Discussed: Drafting before setting our own projections and rankingsThe early OC with Vlad and Phil (a Waxman sandwich)Avoiding biases from setting in (aka, Pfaadtology)The early catcher strategyPlaying time for the young CardinalsSurf or Turf for TON in TorontoCorrea vs. the MI fieldGladiator closers vs. DC closers (not a Marvel movie)Pivetta or Flaherty on the NationalsJordan Romano is big mad, but is he healthy?The Rays have 27 starting pitchers going 3-4 innings each"Why draft Reliever X in Round 10 when you can draft Reliever Y in Round 45" - The Robot

Welcome back to another episode of Bubba (@bdentrek) and the Bloom (@RyanBHQ). On BATB 187, the guys continue their 2024 positional reviews with the relief pitching position. Some Players Discussed- Edwin Diaz Josh Hader Emmanuel Clase Raisel Iglesias Kirby Yates Ryan Helsley Many More

Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham included... Fantasy football expert Adam Ronis from "The Fantasy Life" on Sirius/XM joined the show The worst takes of the week got roasted during Bad Take BLVD Buzzkill Branham had a lot to say about the Josh Hader to the Cubs trade "rumors" PLUS, conversation about all the biggest NFL news including the Panthers going back to Bryce Young, and Rams star receivers returning

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Ryan McGuffey debated if Astros closer Josh Hader could be a trade target of the Cubs this offseason. Later, former Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti joined the show to discuss the MLB playoffs.

The Houston Astros were once 10 games back from the division lead but managed to clinch the AL West and return to the postseason for the ninth time in the past 10 seasons. However, hopes of returning to the ALCS for the eighth consecutive year vanished following back-to-back home losses to the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card Series. Hunter Brown started in Wednesday's 5-2 defeat, giving up only one run after six innings. Bryan Abreu was able to hold the Astros' 2-1 lead in the seventh, but things unraveled in the eighth when Ryan Pressly and Josh Hader took the mound. The Astros offense was unable to rally, securing the win for the Tigers. "At the end of the day, they just didn't hit," Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, said. With the conclusion of the regular season, the focus shifts to the offseason, where the Astros will look to upgrade a flawed lineup. "This team has a lot of things on their checklist this offseason." The biggest question mark is placed on third base, as Alex Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent and could leave Houston for a more desirable contract. "He means so much to the clubhouse." The Astros have a history of not paying the market and thus not extending homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer, so general manager Dana Brown might have to find a third baseman to fill the shoes of the two-time All-Star. While Bregman's future will be the main headline for weeks to come, McTaggart also adds that the Astros should address other positions, such as first base and the bullpen.

The Houston Astros were once 10 games back from the division lead but managed to clinch the AL West and return to the postseason for the ninth time in the past 10 seasons. However, hopes of returning to the ALCS for the eighth consecutive year vanished following back-to-back home losses to the Detroit Tigers in the AL Wild Card Series. Hunter Brown started in Wednesday's 5-2 defeat, giving up only one run after six innings. Bryan Abreu was able to hold the Astros' 2-1 lead in the seventh, but things unraveled in the eighth when Ryan Pressly and Josh Hader took the mound. The Astros offense was unable to rally, securing the win for the Tigers. "At the end of the day, they just didn't hit," Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, said. With the conclusion of the regular season, the focus shifts to the offseason, where the Astros will look to upgrade a flawed lineup. "This team has a lot of things on their checklist this offseason." The biggest question mark is placed on third base, as Alex Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent and could leave Houston for a more desirable contract. "He means so much to the clubhouse." The Astros have a history of not paying the market and thus not extending homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer, so general manager Dana Brown might have to find a third baseman to fill the shoes of the two-time All-Star. While Bregman's future will be the main headline for weeks to come, McTaggart also adds that the Astros should address other positions, such as first base and the bullpen.

Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham featured... Are the Texans shortcomings on the offensive line this season a product of a failure by Bobby Slowik or Nick Caserio? Hindsight 20/20, would you still make the deals/trades for Yusei Kikuchi and Josh Hader? Wheel of Bits, TV Takes! Plus our Car Wreck of the Day!

With just a week and half to go in the MLB Regular Season, Hacksaw wonders if the Dodgers or Padres will be the more dangerous playoff team. Josh Hader loves the boos in San Diego. Mike Trout willing to relocate. Bolts vs Steelers. NFL Week #3 preview. Plus, college football, conference realignment, NHL Training Camps and PGA LIV Merger Update. Got a question or comment for Lee Hamilton? Drop your take in the live chat on Facebook, YouTube, or X. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, September 19, 2024.   1)...PENNANT RACE PUSH-10 DAYS LEFT IN SEASON “WHO-THE MOST DANGEROUS TEAM"   2)...JOSH HADER TALKS ABOUT PADRES-FANS-MEDIA "FAILURE-FALL ON ME-SO BE IT"   3)...ANGELS...LOOKING TO 2025 "MIKE TROUT STAYING-POSITION CHANGE" ------------ 4)...CHARGERS-STEELERS "BATTLE OF UNBEATENS"   5)...WEEK 3-NFL SEASON "NFL-SUNDAY"   EAGLES-SAINTS RAVENS-COWBOYS RAMS-49ERS LIONS-ARIZONA CHIEFS-ATLANTA ===================== (HALFTIME)...DIXIELINE LUMBER-HOME CENTERS ===================== 6)...COLLEGE FOOTBALL-CONFERENCE PLAY BEGINS "SATURDAY-MUST SEE TV"   USC UCLA UTAH COLORADO   7)...CONFERENCE WHEELING & DEALING BEGINS (NCAA LOGO) FULL SCREEN.        "TEAMS ON MOVE"   PAC 12 AAC ACC MOUNTAIN WEST ------------ 8)...NHL TRAINING CAMPS OPEN "NHL NOTEBOOK"   BLUE JACKETS WASH CAPS MONTREAL TORONTO AVALANCHE DUCKS KINGS OILERS --------------- 9)...PGA-MERGER TALKS STALL AGAIN "RORY & PLAYERS VOTE"   ==================     ============================ #nfl #AFCEAST #DOLPHINS #JETS #BILLS #PATRIOTS #AFCNORTH #RAVENS #BROWNS #BENGALS #STEELERS #AFCSOUTH #TEXANS #JAGUARS #COLTS #TITANS #AFCWEST #CHIEFS #CHARGERS #RAIDERS #BRONCOS #NFCEAST #EAGLES #COWBOYS #GIANTS #COMMANDERS #NFCNORTH #LIONS #BEARS #PACKERS #VIKINGS #NFCSOUTH #FALCONS #BUCS #SAINTS #PANTHERS #NFCWEST #49ERS #RAMS #SEAHAWKS #CARDINALS #PADRES #DODGERS #joemusgrove #dylancease #michaelking #ajpreller #mikeshildt #mannymachado #tylerglasnow #claytonkershaw #braves #mets #diamondbacks #shoheiohtani #josealtuve #jurcksonprofar #martinperez #yudarvish #robertsuarez #ANGELS #MIKETROUT #PAC12 #MOUNTAINWEST #sandiegostate #aztecs #seanlewis #sdsu #ucla #usc #utah #colorado #coachprime #tyreekhill #gardnerminshew #seanmcvay #lamarjackson #derekcarr #deshaunfoster #justinherbert #quentinjohnston #jkdobbins #laddmcconkey #eastonstick #joeybosa #tjwatt #justinfields #nhl #BLUEJACKETS #CAPITALS #MONTREAL #TORONTO #MAPLELEAFS #AVALANCHE #DUCKS #KINGS #OILERS #PGA #LIV #RORYMCILROY   ================       Be sure to share this episode with a friend!   ☆☆    STAY CONNECTED    ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/   SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports   FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9   TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090   TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton   INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/   MUSIC ➡  https://www.purple-planet.com     To get the latest news and information in sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

The Padres win their series vs. the Astros and their magic number is down to 5. Joe Musgrove claps back at Josh Hader, again. Justin Herbert misses practice but Jim Harbaugh is hopeful that he will play on Sunday. The Rams did not place Cooper Kupp on IR. Shohei Ohtani is now at 48-49 in his quest to reach 50-50. TNF Jets vs. Patriots. Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Padres and Astros played one of the most wild regular season games ever. Padre fans boo the heck out of Josh Hader in his return to San Diego. Are the Dodgers pressuring Shohei Ohtani to pitch in the postseason? Adrian Wojnarowski retires, is Shams replacing him? Deion Sanders goes after reporters again. NFL Week Power Rankings. Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Halterman and Todd Zola review the biggest rankings debates of draft season and try to avoid making the same mistakes next year. --- DH: Should we avoid Shohei Ohtani? C: JT Realmuto or William Contreras? 1B: Pete Alonso or Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? 2B: Bryson Stott or Ketel Marte 3B: Spencer Steer or Nolan Arenado? SS: Elly De La Cruz or Francisco Lindor? OF: Jazz Chisholm, Nolan Jones, Mike Trout, Cody Bellinger, or skip the whole group? OF: Jackson Chourio or Jordan Walker? SP: Tarik Skubal, Kevin Gausman, Zac Gallen, or Yoshinobu Yamamoto? SP: Blake Snell, Zach Eflin, or Cole Ragans? RP: Edwin Diaz, Josh Hader, or Emmanuel Clase? --- Pick6 Download the new DraftKings Pick Six app and use code RWPICKS. New customers play five bucks, and get fifty in Pick Six credits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss Matt Chapman's six-year extension with the Giants, a combined no-hitter for the Cubs, who are clinging to slim playoff hopes with three-and-a-half weeks remaining in the regular season. Plus, they discuss baseball's replay system with *10* years now on the ledger and wonder how things might improve in the next 10 years, and they begin a quest to find baseball's most unpredictable (and predictable) pitchers and pitches.Rundown1:13 Matt Chapman Signs a Six-Year Extension with the Giants9:04 What's Next for the Giants In Their Push to Return to the Playoffs?14:55 A Combined No-Hitter From the Cubs20:26 Baseball's Replay System Turns 1027:38 We're Ready for the Ball & Strike Call Challenges34:30 Quantifying a Pitcher's PredictabilityRelated reading 'The Search for the Most Predictable Pitcher' by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/the-search-for-the-most-predictable-pitcher/40:52 The Surprising Profile of Josh Hader's Fastball46:07 The Relationship Between Low Release Points & High iVB52:13 Trevor Finds the Root Cause of David Bednar's Struggles59:49 Camilo Doval's Running Cutter and a Rare Instance of 'Weird' Not Being GoodFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Trevor on Twitter: @IAmTrevorMaye-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor and DVR discuss Matt Chapman's six-year extension with the Giants, a combined no-hitter for the Cubs, who are clinging to slim playoff hopes with three-and-a-half weeks remaining in the regular season. Plus, they discuss baseball's replay system with *10* years now on the ledger and wonder how things might improve in the next 10 years, and they begin a quest to find baseball's most unpredictable (and predictable) pitchers and pitches. Rundown 1:13 Matt Chapman Signs a Six-Year Extension with the Giants 9:04 What's Next for the Giants In Their Push to Return to the Playoffs? 14:55 A Combined No-Hitter From the Cubs 20:26 Baseball's Replay System Turns 10 27:38 We're Ready for the Ball & Strike Call Challenges 34:30 Quantifying a Pitcher's Predictability Related reading 'The Search for the Most Predictable Pitcher' by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/the-search-for-the-most-predictable-pitcher/ 40:52 The Surprising Profile of Josh Hader's Fastball 46:07 The Relationship Between Low Release Points & High iVB 52:13 Trevor Finds the Root Cause of David Bednar's Struggles 59:49 Camilo Doval's Running Cutter and a Rare Instance of 'Weird' Not Being Good Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Trevor on Twitter: @IAmTrevorMay e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rob Bradford catches up with Astros Closer Josh Hader to discuss the art of closing, his longest save streaks, and much more 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

Jeff Berry joins the show today. He was the Co-head of CAA Baseball. A super agent. Maybe you've heard of some of his players: Buster Poser, JT Realmuto, Roy Hallady, Mark Buerhle, Josh Hader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Berry joins the show today. He was the Co-head of CAA Baseball. A super agent. Maybe you've heard of some of his players: Buster Poser, JT Realmuto, Roy Hallady, Mark Buerhle, Josh Hader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major League Baseball teams have developed a habit of manipulating contract rules so as to prevent a player from realizing his true financial value. Many contend it's all part of a player exploitation system perpetrated by the league under the guise of “maximizing efficiency.” But five years ago, while pitching for the Brewers, reliever Josh Hader and his agent employed an unprecedented strategy to fight back. Today, Buster Olney joins us as we explore Hader's story, the greater context of how MLB uses and abuses pitchers, and the impact this new tactic could have not only on their contracts, but also their long-term health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Skenes and Buster discuss how Skenes transitioned out of hitting at LSU, handling media attention, his freshman year at the Air Force Academy and the first time he hit triple digits on the radar gun. Next, episode two of The Hader Rules. Then, Cubs manger Craig Counsell offers his perspective on Josh Hader's usage rules and his contract with the Astros. Then, David Cone talks about tarp sliding, the Cubs and Cardinals searching for identity, Aaron Judge's slug, and Skenes' polish. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:53 Paul Skenes 23:24 The Hader Rules E2 30:26 Craig Counsell 34:39 David Cone 45:02 Sarah Langs 51:20 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Skenes and Buster discuss how Skenes transitioned out of hitting at LSU, handling media attention, his freshman year at the Air Force Academy and the first time he hit triple digits on the radar gun. Next, episode two of The Hader Rules. Then, Cubs manger Craig Counsell offers his perspective on Josh Hader's usage rules and his contract with the Astros. Then, David Cone talks about tarp sliding, the Cubs and Cardinals searching for identity, Aaron Judge's slug, and Skenes' polish. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE BLEACHER TWEETS VOICEMAIL LINE: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BLEACHERTWEETS@GMAIL.COM REACH THE SHOW ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:53 Paul Skenes 23:24 The Hader Rules E2 30:26 Craig Counsell 34:39 David Cone 45:02 Sarah Langs 51:20 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Hader's former agent Jeff Berry joins Buster for the first part of their conversation about a contentious arbitration hearing with the Brewers that inspired Hader's usage rules. Next, Eduardo Pérez discusses the Cardinals standing at the crossroads, MLB looking into catcher interference, having an eye on the Astros and relievers needing protection. Then, Sarah Langs on the Dodgers pranking Shohei Ohtani, Christian Walker feeling at home in Dodger Stadium and Juan Soto's multi-homer games. Later, Todd Radom shares this week's Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Hader's former agent Jeff Berry joins Buster for the first part of their conversation about a contentious arbitration hearing with the Brewers that inspired Hader's usage rules. Next, Eduardo Pérez discusses the Cardinals standing at the crossroads, MLB looking into catcher interference, having an eye on the Astros and relievers needing protection. Then, Sarah Langs on the Dodgers pranking Shohei Ohtani, Christian Walker feeling at home in Dodger Stadium and Juan Soto's multi-homer games. Later, Todd Radom shares this week's Ballpark & Beyond and administers the quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Hader Rules' as in Josh Hader as in rules to pitching as in the Brewers as in the Padres as in the Astros as in arbitration. What were the Hader Rules and could any other MLB player use them? (17:05) The Boston Celtics stole Game 1 vs the Pacers in OT. A thriller! (27:01) NPPOD. (31:28) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. (35:31) Is the NFL finally entering the modern world? Is it time we finally retire the chain gang? Is it happening!? (43:45) Aaron Rodgers is back. So his quotes are back. (46:20) It's NIL talk again. We have our first giant lawsuit. Yay! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Hader Rules' as in Josh Hader as in rules to pitching as in the Brewers as in the Padres as in the Astros as in arbitration. What were the Hader Rules and could any other MLB player use them? (17:05) The Boston Celtics stole Game 1 vs the Pacers in OT. A thriller! (27:01) NPPOD. (31:28) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. (35:31) Is the NFL finally entering the modern world? Is it time we finally retire the chain gang? Is it happening!? (43:45) Aaron Rodgers is back. So his quotes are back. (46:20) It's NIL talk again. We have our first giant lawsuit. Yay! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss Buster's article on Josh Hader establishing usage rules after an ugly arbitration loss with the Brewers, why valuing saves as the currency for relievers is obsolete, Gunnar Henderson's Cal Ripken-like start, and why Edwin Diaz has lost it. Then, Xavier Scruggs talks about how teams are using the Apple Dugout App, his thoughts on the Hader piece, Kyle Tucker entering the AL MVP conversation, big guys starting slow and team meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss Buster's article on Josh Hader establishing usage rules after an ugly arbitration loss with the Brewers, why valuing saves as the currency for relievers is obsolete, Gunnar Henderson's Cal Ripken-like start, and why Edwin Diaz has lost it. Then, Xavier Scruggs talks about how teams are using the Apple Dugout App, his thoughts on the Hader piece, Kyle Tucker entering the AL MVP conversation, big guys starting slow and team meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a fake Ronel Blanco tweet about a fake Ronel Blanco quote, Meryl Streep's sports apps, how four expected-to-contend teams' injury-depleted rotations are faring so far, Josh Hader's multi-inning outings, fêting Erick Fedde, Elly De La Cruz's pursuit of 100 stolen bases, an Austin Hedges bruise, a possible benefit […]