Podcasts about Minute Maid Park

In this episode, the three brothers rank all 30 MLB stadiums, discussing their experiences and opinions on various parks. They break down the rankings by divisions, starting with the NL East, followed by the AL East, and then the NL Central. Each brother shares their thoughts on the stadiums they've visited, highlighting unique features, fan experiences, and overall impressions. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes and insights into the atmosphere of each ballpark, culminating in a lively discussion about their top picks. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various Major League Baseball stadiums, sharing their experiences and opinions on the unique features, atmospheres, and fan engagement at each location. They explore the developments in stadiums, particularly focusing on the renovations and new constructions, while also reminiscing about memorable moments at specific ballparks. The discussion highlights the cultural significance of these venues in the context of sports tourism and community engagement. In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences and rankings of various MLB stadiums, highlighting unique features, fan experiences, and the overall atmosphere of each venue. They delve into the charm of stadiums like Dodger Stadium, Coors Field, and Minute Maid Park, while also addressing the challenges faced by teams like the Athletics and Angels. The conversation culminates in a ranking of the top stadiums, emphasizing the importance of fan engagement and memorable experiences in baseball culture.

Dana In The Morning Highlights 4/10Signs and other popular items from Minute Maid Park are currently being auctioned offAmerican Idol audition breathes new life into music of local gospel singer - Earnest PughApparently most of us actually LIKE mowing the lawn

Lopez says his favorite memory was watching Rodger Clemens

- The Astros announce their campaign slogan - 2025 promotional items/events that will be giving out - Billy Wagner will have his No. 13 retired! - Daikin Park moving in, Minute Maid Park out - Dana Brown and Joe Espada - Alex Bregman conversations - Jose Altuve fielding in left field - Prospects that will need to step up - What could the new City Connect jersey look like? - Much, much, more! YouTube link:https://youtube.com/live/vQSpJ2fNuOc Have 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!

Just before the Kyle Tucker trade, SCHN's Kevin Eschenfelder and MLB.com's Brian McTaggart recapped the Winter Meetings and latest new on Alex Bregman. Then, relive the ‘24 AL West Champs with the Relaunch of the 9/24 broadcast between division rivals, as the Astros defeat the Seattle Mariners. Listen to Robert Ford and Steve Sparks call the action and celebrate from the Astros Clubhouse at Minute Maid Park. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM.   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

Is King Tuck going to be traded by the 'Stros?!

- Goodbye, Juice Box. 2002 -2024 - Minute Maid Park will be gone by the end of the year - Daikin Park, home of the Houston Astros! - Great memories at The Juice Box - Can the Astros spend with the new partnership? - What do the Astros replace the oranges with behind the iconic train? - Alex Bregman denies the $21.05M Qualifying Offer - Should the Astros go after Willy Adames if they can't sign Bregman? - Astros 40-man roster is almost set - Colton Gordon, the Astros No. 11 prospect, will return the Astros farm system - Around The Horn! - Rookie of the Years & Manager of the Years - Much, much, more! YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/yrhx0kaJ8Yo

Welcome to Episode 40 of TableSetters!   This week, Devin and Steve bring their baseball smarts to the forefront with a thrilling game of Blind Rankings. From ranking free agents with randomly assigned ballparks to creating dynamic MLB “tag teams,” this segment is a wild ride packed with unpredictability, quick thinking, and plenty of laughs. Think you've got better rankings in mind? Tune in and see if you can outsmart our hosts!   Before diving into the ranking madness, we kick things off with our self-imposed 10-minute pitch clock to cover the hottest topics around the league. Leading the charge is the newly announced 2025 Hall of Fame ballot, with first-time candidates Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, and Dustin Pedroia stealing the spotlight. And as Billy Wagner enters his final year on the ballot, we ask the big question: Is this the year he punches his ticket to Cooperstown?   We also celebrate the 2024 Rookie of the Year winners, Paul Skenes and Luis Gil, and discuss their incredible seasons. Skenes' historic debut with the Pirates and Gil's emergence in the Yankees' rotation have set the stage for bright futures in the big leagues.   On the free agency front, the buzz around Corbin Burnes and Juan Soto is heating up. The Orioles and Dodgers are reportedly leading the race for Burnes, but could another team make a surprise move? Meanwhile, Soto's potential suitors now include the Yankees, Blue Jays, Phillies, Dodgers, and even the Mets, who are said to be planning an aggressive pursuit. Will his destination be decided by fit, money, or an unexpected twist?   To wrap up the news, we break down trade rumors, like the Royals and Reds discussing a Brady Singer-for-Jonathan India swap, and surprising moves, such as the Mets acquiring Jose Siri and the Cubs designating Adbert Alzolay for assignment. We also weigh in on Minute Maid Park's rebranding to Daikin Field and the growing uncertainty around the Rays' stadium deal.   Whether you're here for Hall of Fame debates, rookie reflections, or free agency drama, this episode has something for every baseball fan. Don't miss out—grab your headphones and join the conversation!   Follow us for exclusive content and updates:


Today's word of the day is ‘outbid' as in Juan Soto as in the Mets as in the Yankees as in the Red Sox as in the Blue Jays as in the Dodgers as in Scott Boras. What is the latest on the pursuit of Juan Soto? (12:10) The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was released. Ichiro and CC Sabathia are the two favorites to get in. (17:40) Rookie of the Year was announced yesterday. Paul Skenes and Luis Gil were your winners! (20:20) The Dallas Cowboys are a disaster. Jerry World is a doom hole of abyss. They can't win at home. Jerry Jones is losing it. This is bad bad bad. (33:15) Review: Between the Temples. (35:25) The Houston Astros have a new stadium name. So long Minute Maid Park. Hello, Daikin Park. (38:07) NPPOD. (41:00) Today is a monumental day for the Tampa Bay Rays. There's a vote today. If it doesn't go well the new stadium deal in St. Pete is all but dead. (46:35) The Buffalo Bills are taking on money. The Pegula Family is set to sell 20% of the Bills to investors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘outbid' as in Juan Soto as in the Mets as in the Yankees as in the Red Sox as in the Blue Jays as in the Dodgers as in Scott Boras. What is the latest on the pursuit of Juan Soto? (12:10) The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was released. Ichiro and CC Sabathia are the two favorites to get in. (17:40) Rookie of the Year was announced yesterday. Paul Skenes and Luis Gil were your winners! (20:20) The Dallas Cowboys are a disaster. Jerry World is a doom hole of abyss. They can't win at home. Jerry Jones is losing it. This is bad bad bad. (33:15) Review: Between the Temples. (35:25) The Houston Astros have a new stadium name. So long Minute Maid Park. Hello, Daikin Park. (38:07) NPPOD. (41:00) Today is a monumental day for the Tampa Bay Rays. There's a vote today. If it doesn't go well the new stadium deal in St. Pete is all but dead. (46:35) The Buffalo Bills are taking on money. The Pegula Family is set to sell 20% of the Bills to investors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The week is off to a busy start, and host Raheel Ramzanali is getting you caught up with the stories you need to know. Today, he's joined by executive producer Laura Isensee to learn about what's next for HISD and state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles after voters rejected its historic $4.4 billion bond. Plus, Beyoncé is performing on Christmas, but will we will be able to watch it on Netflix without streaming issues? And, H-town is REALLY popular as we're headed into a record-breaking year for tourism. Stories we talked about on today's show:  RSVP to the City Cast Houston Audience Appreciation Party Superintendent Mike Miles Answers YOUR Questions about HISD  Houston Airport Hacks You Need For Holiday Travel Astros announce Minute Maid Park name change, confirm Daikin as new sponsor Houston ISD parents criticize Mike Miles in first board meeting since failed bond election Houston ISD changes campus leadership at Harvard Elementary, Pershing Middle School Newly hired Harvard Elementary principal resigns 1 week after taking job The FBI says it stopped a possible terrorist attack in Houston Houston Community College leaders are considering a name change. Not everyone is on board Beyoncé to perform at halftime of Texans-Ravens game on Christmas at NRG Stadium More people are visiting Houston than ever before, new report says Botched Uber Eats food delivery ends up at bottom of Galveston Bay Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode here: Classic Christmas Inprint A.D Players Theater Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dana In The Morning Highlights 11/19Starting in 2025 - Minute Maid Park will become Daikin ParkHtown is the 3rd most popular city for Gen ZSmiling is the easiest way to get a promotion at work - how did you get yours?

- Mets reportedly offer Soto - Willy Adames market heating up  - Paul Skenes rookie card offer - 2025 Hall of Fame ballot released - Orioles moving LF wall again - Minute Maid Park changing name Listen/watch: https://bio.link/threeohtake Follow us on social! FB: https://www.facebook.com/threeohtake IG: https://www.instagram.com/threeohtake TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@threeohtake X: https://twitter.com/kylecorwintakes Code "THREEOHTAKE" for $20 off your first SeatGeek order: https://seatgeek.com/ #mlb #baseball

- Do The Texans Make Bad Teams Look Good? - Minute Maid Park is NO MORE! Introducing... Daikin Park? - Who would Your Pick be for NFL Coach of The year? - Would you Rather have Mike Tyson Lose or The Texans Lose?

H-Town, what do YOU think should be done with the former 8th wonder of the world?

Dana In The Morning Highlights 11/7Hurricane Rafael is being steered towards MexicoA new golfing experience over at Minute Maid ParkMost people say that texting & driving is the worst habit on the road

The Ballpark Nation team takes you on a tour of Minute Maid Park and Constellation Field.

Some new things at Minute Maid Park are coming !

The trio is back to discuss all things postseason, the Trop being destroyed and Minute Maid Park getting a new name. 

The Detroit Tigers are ready to play against the Houston Astros in the American League wild-card series, a best-of-three matchup with all three games at Minute Maid Park in Houston. To preview the series, Astros beat writer Chandler Rome of The Athletic joins to discuss A.J. Hinch, Justin Verlander, Yordan Alvarez and many other topics. We also share the keys to the wild-card series and try to explain how the Tigers went on their 31-11 run to advance to the postseason. To wrap up, we provide our predictions for Tigers vs. Astros in the 2024 MLB playoffs. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here.  Read Evan's most recent work here 

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go live from Big City Wings to preview the Houston Astros regular season finale against the Cleveland Guardians starting Friday. After the three-game series, the Astros will be in the best-of-three AL Wild Card Series, beginning Tuesday at Minute Maid Park. Matt and Ross also preview the Texans Week 4 matchup against the AFC South rival Jacksonville Jaguars, predict how many penalties offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil will have, talk with Dylan Denmark of SportsRadio 1010XL in Jacksonville, discuss the latest in UNLV's NIL controversy, tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time," share their "Non-Florida Stories" and more on this "Anything Goes Friday."

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go live from Big City Wings to preview the Houston Astros regular season finale against the Cleveland Guardians starting Friday. After the three-game series, the Astros will be in the best-of-three AL Wild Card Series, beginning Tuesday at Minute Maid Park. Matt and Ross also preview the Texans Week 4 matchup against the AFC South rival Jacksonville Jaguars, predict how many penalties offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil will have, talk with Dylan Denmark of SportsRadio 1010XL in Jacksonville, discuss the latest in UNLV's NIL controversy, tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time," share their "Non-Florida Stories" and more on this "Anything Goes Friday."

Wrapping up their three game series against the Mariners yesterday afternoon, the Astros take one out of the two from Seattle and now head on the road up to Cleveland to take on the Guardians in their final series of the regular season. Finishing out the last game 8-1 here at home in Minute Maid, the Astros fanbase gives a standing ovation to Alex Bregman as the Astros close out the game. Entering into next season as a free agent, many begin to wonder, have we seen Alex Bregman's last game here in Houston as an Houston Astro? 

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show with Ross to discuss the Astros securing their fourth consecutive American League West title with Tuesday's 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. The Astros are now locked into the AL's No. 3 seed in the Wild Card Series. The final regular-season home game Wednesday afternoon saw Alex Bregman start at third base. However, in the fourth inning, manager Joe Espada removed Bregman from the game to receive an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his final regular-season home game with the Astros. "I thought it was a nice moment," McTaggart said. "This could be it... It will be weird next year if [Bregman] won't be here." The Astros selected Bregman with the No. 2 pick in the 2015 MLB draft, with Bregman making his debut a year later. As a two-time All-Star who helped the Astros earn their first two World Series championships, Bregman has "taken on a huge leadership role." Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and while general manager Dana Brown has said he will engage agent Scott Boras with talks of an extension, "it's hard to imagine [Bregman's] going to stay with the Astros," especially with the organization's history of not retaining homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer. The Astros final series of the regular season starts Friday in Cleveland, and Yordan Alvarez will not be with the team. Alvarez is recovering from a sprained right knee, and even if he returns in time for the Wild Card Series, he will most likely not play left field for perhaps the entire playoff run. "They do have a whole week to rest him." The best-of-three AL Wild Card Series begins Tuesday at Minute Maid Park, and McTaggart expects Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown and Yusei Kikuchi to lead the postseason rotation in that order. "That's a pretty tough 1-2-3."

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to Alex Bregman receiving an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his finale regular-season home game with the Astros. Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins to discuss the Astros postseason pitching rotation starting with the AL Wild Card Series. Matt and Ross also predict how many penalties Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil will have against the Jacksonville Jaguars, talk with University of Houston Cougars football head coach Willie Fritz about looking to bounce back from a shutout loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats, ask Dr. Roto to cure their fantasy football ailments, break down UNLV's NIL controversy and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" react to Alex Bregman receiving an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his finale regular-season home game with the Astros. Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins to discuss the Astros postseason pitching rotation starting with the AL Wild Card Series. Matt and Ross also predict how many penalties Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil will have against the Jacksonville Jaguars, talk with University of Houston Cougars football head coach Willie Fritz about looking to bounce back from a shutout loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats, ask Dr. Roto to cure their fantasy football ailments, break down UNLV's NIL controversy and more.

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show with Ross to discuss the Astros securing their fourth consecutive American League West title with Tuesday's 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. The Astros are now locked into the AL's No. 3 seed in the Wild Card Series. The final regular-season home game Wednesday afternoon saw Alex Bregman start at third base. However, in the fourth inning, manager Joe Espada removed Bregman from the game to receive an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his final regular-season home game with the Astros. "I thought it was a nice moment," McTaggart said. "This could be it... It will be weird next year if [Bregman] won't be here." The Astros selected Bregman with the No. 2 pick in the 2015 MLB draft, with Bregman making his debut a year later. As a two-time All-Star who helped the Astros earn their first two World Series championships, Bregman has "taken on a huge leadership role." Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and while general manager Dana Brown has said he will engage agent Scott Boras with talks of an extension, "it's hard to imagine [Bregman's] going to stay with the Astros," especially with the organization's history of not retaining homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer. The Astros final series of the regular season starts Friday in Cleveland, and Yordan Alvarez will not be with the team. Alvarez is recovering from a sprained right knee, and even if he returns in time for the Wild Card Series, he will most likely not play left field for perhaps the entire playoff run. "They do have a whole week to rest him." The best-of-three AL Wild Card Series begins Tuesday at Minute Maid Park, and McTaggart expects Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown and Yusei Kikuchi to lead the postseason rotation in that order. "That's a pretty tough 1-2-3."

Houston Astros reliever Caleb Ferguson joins The Matt Thomas Show ahead of a weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park. The Astros sent Minor League pitcher Kelly Austin and $750,000 in international bonus money to the New York Yankees for Ferguson prior to the MLB trade deadline on Tuesday. "I'm excited to be in a place that is in contention to play in October," Ferguson said. The reliever was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2014 and made his debut in 2018. Ferguson began this season with the Dodgers before being traded to the Yankees during spring training. He holds a 5.13 ERA through 33.3 innings across 42 appearances with one save this season. Ferguson details how he found out he got traded to Houston, how he transitioned from a starter to a reliever, recovering from Tommy John surgery twice and more.

Houston Astros reliever Caleb Ferguson joins The Matt Thomas Show ahead of a weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park. The Astros sent Minor League pitcher Kelly Austin and $750,000 in international bonus money to the New York Yankees for Ferguson prior to the MLB trade deadline on Tuesday. "I'm excited to be in a place that is in contention to play in October," Ferguson said. The reliever was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2014 and made his debut in 2018. Ferguson began this season with the Dodgers before being traded to the Yankees during spring training. He holds a 5.13 ERA through 33.3 innings across 42 appearances with one save this season. Ferguson details how he found out he got traded to Houston, how he transitioned from a starter to a reliever, recovering from Tommy John surgery twice and more.

Yusei Kikuchi will appear on the mound for the Astros for the FIRST time Friday night at MMP!

So much to discuss after the trade deadline! Let's get into it.  Scott and Kim will be doing an event in LA with the LA County Dept of Public Health Peer Resource Center on Thursday, August 15th - sign up at the link in our bio! Then, we welcome JJ Wetherholt to the AIB Cinematic Universe (thank you to listener Paul Kuo for the tip!) and chat exciting Asians in 2025 news.  The trade deadline was chaotic as always! The high: Tommy Edman to the Dodgers. The low: Yusei Kikuchi to the Astros. The shock: a lot of DFAs over the past few months. But a tie at the top of the Asians in Baseball team leaderboards! Quick injury report, but not without a big L. Christian Yelich avoids back surgery but will miss time to rehab, Bo Bichette returns to the IL, and Kodai Senga exits his season debut with a high grade calf strain that will take him out for the rest of the year.  In position player news, we get into the Cardinals new HR celebration, Masataka Yoshida's strong showing, Seiya Suzuki's interpreter is fired, and Kyle Higashioka receives a replica Congressional Gold Medal on behalf of his grandfather, and we discuss the history behind it.  In pitching news, Joey Cantillo makes his long-awaited debut (though against the Phillies), Bryan Woo leaves his last start but isn't expected to miss time, and Sean Manaea is dealing with a season high 11SO. And finally, Ohtani Talk. Don't worry about this man. He's still securely in MVP talks despite only being an DH, is predicted to make over $100 million in endorsement deals this year, and hits a homer at Minute Maid Park that leaves even Astros fans speechless.  Upcoming LA event: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=SHJZBzjqG0WKvqY47dusgfaHvggm-jpCryAOtkYWBH9UMDdNV05ZNlYwMVROTU1EM0NUQlU0V0lJQy4u Scott's Substack: https://rscottokamoto.substack.com/p/shohei-ohtanis-legacy-for-me-begins Cubs' Tokyo series video: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9kmZlZRXb3/ Press release about Kyle Higashioka: https://tinyurl.com/u8cs5t3f

Whose job to keep them healthy Yamamoto moved to 60-day IL, out until at least mid-August Tyler Glasnow Forearm TJ Oblique Back “It's certainly not ideal,” Roberts conceded. “But my job is to keep this thing moving forward.” Drew Smith Tommy John surgery “We're going to need guys to step up,” general manager David Stearns said. “This is not unique to us.” “Our job is to help him,” Mendoza said. “He'll get back on the field. Lance McCullers TJ/ Flexor Tendon surgery shoulder issues The team has “pulled back” on McCullers' rehab progression with what manager Joe Espada described as “soreness in his arm,” intensifying Houston's need for rotation help at the July 30 trade deadline. “He's just not feeling well after his bullpens and his throwing programs,” Espada said on Tuesday. “He's going to be no-throw for a few days until we sit back down and re-evaluate how we're going to move forward.” Ben Joyce ANAHEIM -- Don't blink. You might just miss one of Ben Joyce's fastballs. Joyce has been lighting up radar guns yet again this season, including uncorking a 104.5 mph fastball in a scoreless seventh inning of the Angels' 6-5 win over the Mariners in 10 innings on Friday, the hardest pitch thrown by any pitcher this season. “I've been feeling really good, but I didn't really think anything of it at the time,” Joyce said. “I was trying to go out there and get some outs. But yeah, overall, the body felt great and everything felt really good.” There's no doubt about it,” Washington said. “He's growing, man. He's starting to believe in himself and his ability to throw the ball over the plate. If he can do that, he's going to be a real good one.” Whitely #1 to #21 MLB.com Feb 2024 Whitley, the 6-foot-7-inch right-hander who was Houston's first-round pick in the 2016 MLB Draft, has thrown only 267 innings in his Minor League career thanks to a suspension, a series of injuries, including Tommy John surgery two years ago and a lat injury last season. Whitley said the TrackMan data collected Friday provided promising information about his arsenal. “Everything looked really good,” he said. “[Pitch] shapes were good. I threw a slider with almost 25 inches of horizontal break [Friday]. I don't know how accurate that is, but it was good to see. Yeah, stuff's right back to where it was. Got up to 98 [mph] in November, so velocity is still there and I'm bouncing back health-wise and not getting too sore.” “I've gone through so much the last three years,” he said. I feel like I've attained so much knowledge on the pitching side. Last year Whitley pitched for Triple-A Sugar Land and went 1-2 in eight appearances with a 5.70 ERA. He posted a solid strikeout rate, fanning 32 batters in 30 innings. But he missed the back half of the season with a lat strain. The towering righty revamped his routine this offseason, hoping an off-the-mound overhaul would make him a regular at Minute Maid Park. Connecting the MLB Dots River Ryan Dodgers Dot #1: MLB teams are purchasing damaged goods. Whether college coaches can't teach /do not wont to teach, doesn't change reality. These 2 hurlers are doppelgängers for what MLB is purchasing. Dot #2: MLB takes these damaged hurlers, places them on minor league teams for purpose of Development (see Damon Oppenheimer quote). But just like college, there is no teaching /no development to repair the damaged goods, only focus - Velo /Spin. Dot #3: Takes us to the Show, see Dodgers analysis below - absolute mess. As there is also no teaching/development in the Show, only focus - Velo/Spin, the hurlers remain damaged goods Dot #4: To solve any problem one needs to understand what caused the problem. If they do not recognize they're purchasing damaged goods, they're wasting their breath. More to the point, if they all believe - Wake Forest to Dodger Land - this throwing motion is the only way to maximize velocity they're sadly misguided and misinformed. Waldrep elbow injury braves #2 prospect Waldrep has made two starts in the big leagues in 2024, giving up 13 runs over seven innings, so he'll look to find a groove with Gwinnett in order to potentially get another shot with Atlanta down the road. Pitchers are better than ever MLB Team ERA 2024 #1 3.21 50% teams 4.00 + 29th Dodgers 4.67 $700mm Oh 2014 #1 3.03 30% teams 4.00+ 1984 #1 3.11 31% 4.00+ 1974 #1 2.95 4% 4.00+ 1353 pitchers during a July stretch: 45% 3.80+ Severino: The right-hander had a rough start in Pittsburgh near the close of the first half that caused his ERA to balloon, but otherwise was consistent for the Mets in providing both length and quality. Severino has pitched to a 3.78 ERA and logged 109 ⅔ innings. Phil Mushnick Saturday, the Mets beat the Marlins, 1-0, despite Carlos Mendoza, who was mentored by Boone. After six, Mendoza pulled Luis Severino who had allowed just two hits. On SNY, Gary Cohen offered a weak explanation: Severino was about to face the decisive “third time through the order.” As if both Cone, 25 years ago, and Don Larsen, in 1956, should have been yanked after six. Besides, with a lineup loaded with .215 batters, the Marlins all become Rod Carew come the seventh inning .203 .239 .230 .214 .213 .231 .249 .243 .245 Bigger Stronger ? Tanner Houck The All-Star pitcher finished the first half with a 2.54 ERA through 19 starts. On Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, he pitched one inning in the All-Star Game, Before the break, manager Alex Cora suggested they would reorganize the rotation to give Houck extra time off, Houck's Monday start means he won't have pitched more than an inning since July 11, giving him 10 days between starts. Houck is already at 117 innings, but Cora said they think Houck's physicality puts him in a good spot to carry him through the season. Garrett Crochet Max Fried: MLB Facts “Because obviously, it scares you or alarms you,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said. “That's why he wanted to get in front of it and make sure it wasn't anything big. 2 forearm injuries successive seasons: MLB's MO is to play wac-a -mole. “Definitely a relief to know it's just a little bit of a freak accident. Just going to let it calm down for a little bit, and it should be good to go with no issues.” Not a freak accident, Fried's throwing motion maximizes the forces on his shoulder/elbow Fried, 30, was limited to 14 starts in 2023, when he was out for three months with a forearm strain FACT: MLB hurlers will not make adjustments to their throwing motion. FACT: MLB Pitching coaches do not encourage pitchers to make adjustments FACT: Minor league pitchers will not make adjustments to their throwing motion FACT: Minor league pitching coaches do not encourage prospects to make adjustments FACT: The Analytic's experts have re-defined and reduced the art of pitching to Velocity and Spin from the 4 tenets of pitching Command, Change of Speed, Movement, Velocity REALITY: With all due respect to the experts who have been quoted in the numerous articles, unless they start teaching/developing in the minor leagues nothing will change. FACT: This throwing motion, i.e phase movements and lower half /ball timing maximizes the forces on the shoulder and elbow. They're not willing to address, nothing changes Yes, The game has changed - Phil Mushnick We've lately tuned in to Mets telecasts to hear that their bullpen is exhausted, as if that's a matter of bad fortune as opposed to managerial design. So Thursday, the Mets led the Nationals, 5-0, after six, when Carlos Mendoza brought in new guy Phil Maton, who made one, two, three with two strikeouts on 10 pitches. And then he was pulled. In a 7-0 final, Mendoza used five pitchers. Why? I'll hang up and listen to your answer.

Whose job to keep them healthyYamamoto moved to 60-day IL, out until at least mid-AugustTyler Glasnow Forearm TJ Oblique Back “It's certainly not ideal,” Roberts conceded. “But my job is to keep this thing moving forward.”Drew Smith Tommy John surgery “We're going to need guys to step up,” general manager David Stearns said. “This is not unique to us.” “Our job is to help him,” Mendoza said. “He'll get back on the field.Lance McCullers TJ/ Flexor Tendon surgery shoulder issues The team has “pulled back” on McCullers' rehab progression with what manager Joe Espada described as “soreness in his arm,” intensifying Houston's need for rotation help at the July 30 trade deadline.“He's just not feeling well after his bullpens and his throwing programs,” Espada said on Tuesday. “He's going to be no-throw for a few days until we sit back down and re-evaluate how we're going to move forward.”Ben Joyce ANAHEIM -- Don't blink. You might just miss one of Ben Joyce's fastballs.Joyce has been lighting up radar guns yet again this season, including uncorking a 104.5 mph fastball in a scoreless seventh inning of the Angels' 6-5 win over the Mariners in 10 innings on Friday, the hardest pitch thrown by any pitcher this season.“I've been feeling really good, but I didn't really think anything of it at the time,” Joyce said. “I was trying to go out there and get some outs. But yeah, overall, the body felt great and everything felt really good.”There's no doubt about it,” Washington said. “He's growing, man. He's starting to believe in himself and his ability to throw the ball over the plate. If he can do that, he's going to be a real good one.”Whitely #1 to #21 MLB.com Feb 2024 Whitley, the 6-foot-7-inch right-hander who was Houston's first-round pick in the 2016 MLB Draft, has thrown only 267 innings in his Minor League career thanks to a suspension, a series of injuries, including Tommy John surgery two years ago and a lat injury last season.Whitley said the TrackMan data collected Friday provided promising information about his arsenal.“Everything looked really good,” he said. “[Pitch] shapes were good. I threw a slider with almost 25 inches of horizontal break [Friday]. I don't know how accurate that is, but it was good to see. Yeah, stuff's right back to where it was. Got up to 98 [mph] in November, so velocity is still there and I'm bouncing back health-wise and not getting too sore.”“I've gone through so much the last three years,” he said. I feel like I've attained so much knowledge on the pitching side. Last year Whitley pitched for Triple-A Sugar Land and went 1-2 in eight appearances with a 5.70 ERA. He posted a solid strikeout rate, fanning 32 batters in 30 innings. But he missed the back half of the season with a lat strain.The towering righty revamped his routine this offseason, hoping an off-the-mound overhaul would make him a regular at Minute Maid Park.Connecting the MLB DotsRiver Ryan Dodgers Dot #1: MLB teams are purchasing damaged goods. Whether college coaches can't teach /do not wont to teach, doesn't change reality. These 2 hurlers are doppelgängers for what MLB is purchasing.Dot #2: MLB takes these damaged hurlers, places them on minor league teams for purpose of Development (see Damon Oppenheimer quote). But just like college, there is no teaching /no development to repair the damaged goods, only focus - Velo /Spin. Dot #3: Takes us to the Show, see Dodgers analysis below - absolute mess. As there is also no teaching/development in the Show, only focus - Velo/Spin, the hurlers remain damaged goodsDot #4: To solve any problem one needs to understand what caused the problem. If they do not recognize they're purchasing damaged goods, they're wasting their breath. More to the point, if they all believe - Wake Forest to Dodger Land - this throwing motion is the only way to maximize velocity they're sadly misguided and misinformed.Waldrep elbow injury braves #2 prospect Waldrep has made two starts in the big leagues in 2024, giving up 13 runs over seven innings, so he'll look to find a groove with Gwinnett in order to potentially get another shot with Atlanta down the road.Pitchers are better than ever MLB Team ERA2024 #1 3.21 50% teams 4.00 +29th Dodgers 4.67 $700mm Oh2014 #1 3.0330% teams 4.00+1984#1 3.1131% 4.00+1974#1 2.954% 4.00+1353 pitchers during a July stretch: 45% 3.80+Severino: The right-hander had a rough start in Pittsburgh near the close of the first half that caused his ERA to balloon, but otherwise was consistent for the Mets in providing both length and quality. Severino has pitched to a 3.78 ERA and logged 109 ⅔ innings.Phil Mushnick Saturday, the Mets beat the Marlins, 1-0, despite Carlos Mendoza, who was mentored by Boone. After six, Mendoza pulled Luis Severino who had allowed just two hits.On SNY, Gary Cohen offered a weak explanation: Severino was about to face the decisive “third time through the order.” As if both Cone, 25 years ago, and Don Larsen, in 1956, should have been yanked after six.Besides, with a lineup loaded with .215 batters, the Marlins all become Rod Carew come the seventh inning .203 .239 .230 .214 .213 .231 .249 .243 .245Bigger Stronger ?Tanner Houck The All-Star pitcher finished the first half with a 2.54 ERA through 19 starts. On Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, he pitched one inning in the All-Star Game, Before the break, manager Alex Cora suggested they would reorganize the rotation to give Houck extra time off,Houck's Monday start means he won't have pitched more than an inning since July 11, giving him 10 days between starts. Houck is already at 117 innings, but Cora said they think Houck's physicality puts him in a good spot to carry him through the season.Garrett Crochet Max Fried: MLB Facts “Because obviously, it scares you or alarms you,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said. “That's why he wanted to get in front of it and make sure it wasn't anything big. 2 forearm injuries successive seasons: MLB's MO is to play wac-a -mole. “Definitely a relief to know it's just a little bit of a freak accident. Just going to let it calm down for a little bit, and it should be good to go with no issues.” Not a freak accident, Fried's throwing motion maximizes the forces on his shoulder/elbow Fried, 30, was limited to 14 starts in 2023, when he was out for three months with a forearm strain FACT: MLB hurlers will not make adjustments to their throwing motion.FACT: MLB Pitching coaches do not encourage pitchers to make adjustments FACT: Minor league pitchers will not make adjustments to their throwing motionFACT: Minor league pitching coaches do not encourage prospects to make adjustments FACT: The Analytic's experts have re-defined and reduced the art of pitching to Velocity and Spin from the 4 tenets of pitching Command, Change of Speed, Movement, Velocity REALITY: With all due respect to the experts who have been quoted in the numerous articles, unless they start teaching/developing in the minor leagues nothing will change.FACT: This throwing motion, i.e phase movements and lower half /ball timing maximizes the forces on the shoulder and elbow. They're not willing to address, nothing changesYes, The game has changed - Phil Mushnick We've lately tuned in to Mets telecasts to hear that their bullpen is exhausted, as if that's a matter of bad fortune as opposed to managerial design.So Thursday, the Mets led the Nationals, 5-0, after six, when Carlos Mendoza brought in new guy Phil Maton, who made one, two, three with two strikeouts on 10 pitches. And then he was pulled. In a 7-0 final, Mendoza used five pitchers. Why? I'll hang up and listen to your answer.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada joins The Matt Thomas Show following a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi. Rookie starter Jake Bloss was scratched ahead of Monday's 5-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates at Minute Maid Park. At the game's conclusion, it was announced that Bloss, along with rookie outfielder Joey Loperfido and No. 13 prospect Will Wagner, were being sent to the Blue Jays for the 33-year-old Kikuchi. "It's not easy. It's part of the business," Espada said. "We really need this injection of someone who we've seen for years get deep in games, save our bullpen, and give us an opportunity to win every day." While Kikuchi hasn't been consistent most of this season (0-4 with a 7.75 ERA and 1.57 WHIP in his last eight starts), Espada believes the Astros coaching staff can help Kikuchi be more efficient. "I'm confident we're going to make those adjustments and make him a better pitcher." Espada also says Justin Verlander and Luis Garcia are both making a "huge step forward" in returning from injury and comments on the Astros preparing for the last stretch of the season. "This is when you start seeing the character and makeup of your team."

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada joins The Matt Thomas Show following a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi. Rookie starter Jake Bloss was scratched ahead of Monday's 5-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates at Minute Maid Park. At the game's conclusion, it was announced that Bloss, along with rookie outfielder Joey Loperfido and No. 13 prospect Will Wagner, were being sent to the Blue Jays for the 33-year-old Kikuchi. "It's not easy. It's part of the business," Espada said. "We really need this injection of someone who we've seen for years get deep in games, save our bullpen, and give us an opportunity to win every day." While Kikuchi hasn't been consistent most of this season (0-4 with a 7.75 ERA and 1.57 WHIP in his last eight starts), Espada believes the Astros coaching staff can help Kikuchi be more efficient. "I'm confident we're going to make those adjustments and make him a better pitcher." Espada also says Justin Verlander and Luis Garcia are both making a "huge step forward" in returning from injury and comments on the Astros preparing for the last stretch of the season. "This is when you start seeing the character and makeup of your team."

A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-Astros game in Houston. The guys give their description of the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony as it was happening LIVE in Paris. Top Story of the Day. DVR with Vassegh LIVE at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show after the Houston Astros concluded their .500 road trip with Wednesday's 8-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics. With the Los Angeles Angels sweeping the Seattle Mariners, the Astros take the lead in the AL West. Seattle's "offense is so bad," so the division race "is very much wide open" for the Astros, McTaggart said. The Astros are returning to Minute Maid Park to host the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Astros schedule is "not getting any easier," so "they just got to worry about the division at this point." The MLB trade deadline is approaching on July 30, and the Astros have areas of concern that could be addressed through a deal. "If they don't" get a pitcher, "then something drastically has gone wrong." However, McTaggart says there are some "untouchables" when it comes to trade capital within the Astros organization, specifically Jacob Melton, A.J. Blubaugh and Brice Matthews. "These teams want young value." 

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show after the Houston Astros concluded their .500 road trip with Wednesday's 8-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics. With the Los Angeles Angels sweeping the Seattle Mariners, the Astros take the lead in the AL West. Seattle's "offense is so bad," so the division race "is very much wide open" for the Astros, McTaggart said. The Astros are returning to Minute Maid Park to host the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Astros schedule is "not getting any easier," so "they just got to worry about the division at this point." The MLB trade deadline is approaching on July 30, and the Astros have areas of concern that could be addressed through a deal. "If they don't" get a pitcher, "then something drastically has gone wrong." However, McTaggart says there are some "untouchables" when it comes to trade capital within the Astros organization, specifically Jacob Melton, A.J. Blubaugh and Brice Matthews. "These teams want young value." 

- Astros complete another sweep and have won nine consecutive games at Minute Maid Park! - Recap the Marlins series - Solid starting pitching - Astros' offense capitalizing on Marlins defensive mistakes - Astros extra-base hits - NY Post Jim Bowden published an article on The Athletic regarding the Astros and the Trade Deadline1 - Which players did he mention the Astros are targeting? The guys share their thoughts - Who's Invited To The Carne Asada! - Pitching preview - News From The Train Station! - Around The Horn! - Home Run Derby is set! - Much, much, more! YouTube link:https://youtube.com/live/mDVC5PV65QI

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show after the Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 9-1 on Wednesday at Minute Maid Park. Framber Valdez allowed one run on six hits and a walk while striking out 10 over seven innings. The Astros have a chance to complete a series sweep over the Marlins on Thursday with Jake Bloss starting on the mound. As the MLB trade deadline approaches on July 30, the Astros have an opportunity to fill some gaps on the roster, especially at first base and the pitching rotation. "They want to add a bat," but the Astros "can't continue giving away their top prospects year after year," McTaggart said. "In a way there are some untouchables" within the organization, so "they're going to have to find another way to get a deal done." During the conversation, news breaks that Jose Altuve will miss the All-Star Game. Altuve would "rather just stay home and heal up for the second half" of the season. McTaggart also discusses the latest updates on Justin Verlander, Lance McCullers Jr. and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the Houston Astros defeating the Miami Marlins 9-1 on Wednesday at Minute Maid Park. Framber Valdez allowed one run on six hits and a walk while striking out 10 over seven innings. The Astros have a chance to complete a series sweep over the Marlins on Thursday with Jake Bloss starting on the mound. Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins to discuss the Astros approaching the MLB trade deadline and Jose Altuve opting out of the All-Star game. Matt and Ross react to U.S. men's national soccer coach Gregg Berhalter getting fired, recap the USA men's basketball team defeating Canada in an exhibition match, say "I Just Don't Get It" and more.

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show after the Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 9-1 on Wednesday at Minute Maid Park. Framber Valdez allowed one run on six hits and a walk while striking out 10 over seven innings. The Astros have a chance to complete a series sweep over the Marlins on Thursday with Jake Bloss starting on the mound. As the MLB trade deadline approaches on July 30, the Astros have an opportunity to fill some gaps on the roster, especially at first base and the pitching rotation. "They want to add a bat," but the Astros "can't continue giving away their top prospects year after year," McTaggart said. "In a way there are some untouchables" within the organization, so "they're going to have to find another way to get a deal done." During the conversation, news breaks that Jose Altuve will miss the All-Star Game. Altuve would "rather just stay home and heal up for the second half" of the season. McTaggart also discusses the latest updates on Justin Verlander, Lance McCullers Jr. and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the Houston Astros defeating the Miami Marlins 9-1 on Wednesday at Minute Maid Park. Framber Valdez allowed one run on six hits and a walk while striking out 10 over seven innings. The Astros have a chance to complete a series sweep over the Marlins on Thursday with Jake Bloss starting on the mound. Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins to discuss the Astros approaching the MLB trade deadline and Jose Altuve opting out of the All-Star game. Matt and Ross react to U.S. men's national soccer coach Gregg Berhalter getting fired, recap the USA men's basketball team defeating Canada in an exhibition match, say "I Just Don't Get It" and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the Houston Astros defeating the Miami Marlins 4-3 on Tuesday at Minute Maid Park. Ronel Blanco allowed two runs in seven innings, extending the Astros home winning streak to seven games. Hader walked one and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save. Matt and Ross react to Lance McCullers Jr. suffering a setback in his rehab from injury, talk with Joseph Duarte, University of Houston beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, about the upcoming Big 12 football season, discuss Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard dropping out of the Olympics, tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show review the Houston Astros defeating the Miami Marlins 4-3 on Tuesday at Minute Maid Park. Ronel Blanco allowed two runs in seven innings, extending the Astros home winning streak to seven games. Hader walked one and struck out two in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save. Matt and Ross react to Lance McCullers Jr. suffering a setback in his rehab from injury, talk with Joseph Duarte, University of Houston beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, about the upcoming Big 12 football season, discuss Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard dropping out of the Olympics, tell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

After three years at Lousiville University, Tyeler Hawkins decided he needed a change. It was either stop playing baseball altogether or transfer to a new school, hoping for a fresh start. He chose to attend an HBCU, Southern University, in the SWAC conference. That decision turned out to be a perfect one for Tyeler. He rediscovered his love for the game and started to have fun again. He called his final college baseball season the most fun he's ever had playing the game. Tyeler batted a team-leading 368 with 9 HR and 48 RBIs. His Southern team played in the Cactus Jack Invitational at Minute Maid Park, the Andre Dawson Classic on National TV, and the SWAC tournament: they even upset the defending National Champions LSU Tigers on the road. Tyeler was selected to play in the MBP all-star game and the upcoming MLB/HBCU Swingman Classic. On this episode, Tyeler talks to Cheats about his collegiate career (the ups and downs) and his future in baseball. You don't want to miss this fantastic episode. The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast partners with Steelo Sports, Herencia 21, Numbers Game, and the Players Alliance. Email BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com for partnership opportunities.

Manager Joe Espada joins The Matt Thomas Show to discuss the team heading into the week before the All-Star Break and heading back to MInute Maid Park in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. 

Chris Townsend and Vince Cotroneo discuss the A's 8-1 loss to the Astros in the finale of their four-game set from Minute Maid Park. 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

Chris Townsend, Vince Cotroeno, and Johnny Doskow preview game two of the A's and Astros from Minute Maid Park. They were joined by Trevor Gott, Julia Morales, and Scott Emerson.  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