Podcast appearances and mentions of Mookie Betts

DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Brewers sweep the Dodgers. Clayton Kerhsaw and Mookie Betts address the media. DV shares part of his pregame with Tim Belcher.

DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Brewers sweep the Dodgers. Clayton Kerhsaw and Mookie Betts address the media. DV shares part of his pregame with Tim Belcher.

Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Brewers. Ron Cey is inducted to the Legends of Dodgers Baseball. DV chats with Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering and also catches up with Mookie Betts. 

Mookie talks about resetting during the All-Star Break, the key for the team's success in the 2nd half, and the HR swing-off that decided the All-Star game. 

The Dodgers got off to a cold start in the second half as the offense continues to be down bad. Clint and Kevin dive in to the issues that mostly started when Max Muncy went down with a knee injury. Plus… is Mookie Betts broken? Yes, more Mookie talk and your voicemails and comments on this spicy Saturday edition of All Dodgers! Tube in all season long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline!

Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Brewers. Ron Cey is inducted to the Legends of Dodgers Baseball. DV chats with Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering and also catches up with Mookie Betts. 

Mookie talks about resetting during the All-Star Break, the key for the team's success in the 2nd half, and the HR swing-off that decided the All-Star game. 

Kevin Negandh joins the show ahead of the ESPYS tonight. Negandh updates us on SportsCenter's 50 States in 50 Days. Mason, Ireland, and MT discuss whether LeBron can win another championship in LA. Mookie Betts builds his perfect player and the crew give their take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you ready for the MLB All Star Game? What are your plans tonight? Also, can you see Mookie Betts play for a team other than the Dodgers? Plus, Travis saw the list from Bleacher Report of the Top 100 NBA Players of ALL TIME and he now knows why Lakers fans are the way they are? Producer Emily has her topics ready for another edition of FACT or CAP and she is not happy about the Emmys nominations. And is Nick Saban coming back to coaching football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clint and Kevin share some thoughts on 5 major changes that could improve the Dodgers and pay off immediately in the second half of the season. We're talking Tanner Scott, Dustin May, Miguel Rojas, Mookie Betts, and more on this edition of the All Dodgers podcast! Share your thoughts in the comments! Tube in all season long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline!

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk all things MLB. The 2025 MLB season has reached its midpoint, and this comprehensive analysis covers every division with in-depth insights, team trajectories, betting odds, and trade deadline expectations. In the National League West, the Dodgers hold a firm lead despite recent struggles, with the Diamondbacks falling apart due to injuries and shifting into sell mode. San Diego and San Francisco trail closely but have struggled with consistency. The NL Central has turned into a race between the Cubs and Brewers. The Cubs benefit from the easiest second-half schedule and are positioned to buy key players, while the Brewers boast bullpen strength and recent form despite a tougher road ahead. The Mets and Phillies lead a tense NL East battle, separated by just half a game, with both teams healthy and ready to spend at the deadline. Meanwhile, the Braves' collapse due to poor road performance has effectively eliminated them from contention. In the American League, the Astros control the AL West, built on elite pitching and a dominant bullpen, while Yordan Álvarez's return could be pivotal. Seattle is competitive but lacks offensive consistency outside of Cal Raleigh. The Rangers struggle on the road but remain in the wild card hunt. The AL Central is ruled by the Tigers, who lead by 11.5 games with the best record in MLB. Other division teams like the Twins, Guardians, and Royals trail far behind and show little sign of catching up. The AL East is a four-team war among the Blue Jays, Yankees, Red Sox, and Rays. The Blue Jays dominate at home but are vulnerable on the road. The Yankees are aggressive buyers with deep pockets, while Boston's win streak thrust them into the race before a brutal post-break schedule. Tampa Bay has cooled off and may fade. Baltimore, once hyped, is now out of the conversation. Player performance and team value are heavily discussed, such as the Astros' closing combo of Hader and Abreu, the Mariners' unexpected offense, and concerns over Mookie Betts and the Dodgers' injuries. Betting odds provide deeper context. Dodgers and Tigers lead World Series projections, but analysts recommend the Astros (10:1), Blue Jays (20:1), Padres (28:1), and Mets (9:1) for better returns. These teams combine talent with upside and have the potential to strengthen at the deadline. The episode ends by highlighting key second-half questions: Can underperformers bounce back? Will top teams stay healthy? Who will be the most aggressive buyers? And which wild card hopefuls will surge? The next two months promise a thrilling path to October baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the second State of the Sport, where we will be taking a hard look at what is REALLY going on in various sports over the summer with a subject matter expert.Today, Voltage Live Colleague Sean Fitzgerald will be dissecting the current State of MLB.For the majority of the 2010s, MLB was seen as the far distant third professional sport in terms of popularity compared to the NFL, and the NBA, but radical changes beginning in the 2023 season has brought fans, especially those in the coveted 18-34 demographic, back to the sport. Bigger bases, the banning of the shift and the implementation of a pitch clock has dramatically sped up the game. The average MLB time of game in 2024 was 2:36 compared to 3:06 in 2022.Last offseason, Shohei Ohtani, the game's best player left the Los Angeles Angels in free agency for the Los Angeles Dodgers across town. Ohtani would help lead the Dodgers to their first World Series win (excluding the shortened 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic) since 1981 in a matchup against Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees.From Ohtani, to Judge, to Mookie Betts, to Tarik Skubal, to Bobby Witt Jr. to Jose Ramirez, MLB is loaded with young stars who are moving the game forward. The game has turned more analytical, with stats like WAR, Launch Angle and OPS being the standard bear for how modern MLB fans analyse performances. MLB is also in potentially the last year of its media rights contract with ESPN. ESPN opted out of the deal that was supposed to expire at the end of the 2028 season in March 2025. The two sides are negotiating a potential extension to keep the sport on ESPN, a home it has had since 1990.And now ladies and gentleman, let me introduce to you, the man who is going to help the audience of Brandon's World understand the State of MLB. He is the host of the Fitz On Sports Podcast. He is an MLB expert and has covered Cleveland Guardians games for various media companies. He is Sean Fitzgerald!Follow Fitz on X: https://x.com/fitzonsportsbsr

2:16 -Pete looks to an opponent's team and lands on Zach McKinstry as his Head-to-Head Hero9:10 - Chad gives Kyle Stowers an honorable mention but goes with Jose Ramirez.13:37 - Reviewing some interesting keeper trades, but first talking about why trades are slower in roto leagues and what you can do.21:29 - We get into the trades that have happened, starting with $41 Rafael Devers for $9 Cristopher Sanchez.25:19 - Pete's leagumate swapped a 7th round Bryan Woo and two other useful players to get a last round Kris Bubic.33:05 - In our listener Ottoneu league, two rebuilders swapped a $24 Spencer Strider and a handful of others for $8 Spencer Schwellenbach and $3 Jacob Misiorowksi.42:06 - In that same 16-teamer Pete brought up before, one team swapped a 9th round Nick Lodolo and 6th round Jose Altuve for a 14th round Cam Smith and an 18th round Cole Ragans.54:56 - What to make of Mookie Betts and his down year.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Scott and Brett talk through the first half of the season from a fantasy perspective, including first-half fantasy MVP bats. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cal Raleigh and Byron Buxton have each led their fantasy squads to success through the first half. The guys talk about some of the fantasy surprises so far this season, including the landscapes of different positions and how they are shaping up compared to how we drafted them.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListThe Boston Red Sox are red hot, and Cedanne Rafaela is leading the charge. Isaac Paredes and pod-favorite Spencer Torkelson are also rising up the ranks this week. On the flip side, big name outfielders (or at least, outfield-eligible players) Julio Rodriguez, Jackson Merrill and Mookie Betts are all falling down the ranks this week. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

Rob and Kelvin tell us why the Los Angeles Lakers are doing the right thing by putting an expiration date on the LeBron James Era, explain why it's clear that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be back with the Milwaukee Bucks next season, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers losing streak, what's currently ailing Mookie Betts, why he still feels better about the Dodgers than the New York Yankees, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Giants, 8-7. Mookie Betts talks to the media after the loss. DV shares what Paul Skenes said about Clayton Kershaw. He also celebrates Cody Bellinger's 3-HR game. 

The Phils approach the All-Star Break with questions, while maintaining Playoff position, neck and neck with the Mets atop the NL East. Zach Wheeler will be home resting instead of wasting valuable pitches in the meaningless All-Star Game. With an elite starting rotation, trade deadline moves for the team's struggling bullpen will determine the liklihood of a return trip to the World Series. With valuable prospects and trade pieces on the present club, Dombrowski will have options this month. The mystery remaining is how he will decide to move, or not move those pieces, and what value other teams believe they actually possess in a deal. The Sixers are in the midst of the summer league and Edgecombe looks like a player. Yet again however, the success of this basketball team next season will hinge on the health and availability of their former MVP Embiid as well as star Paul George. As the NFL offseason presses on and Training Camp is around the corner, we discuss Jalen Hurts and the landscape of NFL QB's through Super Bowl history as well as the present state, and look back at SBLIX. Segments include: VetPhact, Prem's MLB Picks.Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

Clint and Kevin talk about the struggle bus that is the Los Angeles Dodgers at the moment. Is Mookie Betts ready to break out? Will Dustin May be moved to the bullpen or traded? Can the team keep running this bad outfield defense out there? It's spicy “All Dodgers After Dark in the Morning!” Coffee. Dodgers. And foul language. Tube in all season long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline!

Sirius XM host Nick Hamilton joins Evan and Guru to discuss the Dodgers-Giants series in San Francisco and why there's a bit of a slump from Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman. They also discuss the odds of LeBron James being dealt.

In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, the guys get into Purdy's comments on what this season means to him , how important it is to get a championship for San Francisco and how he wouldn't trade that for anything else. Plus, Willard talks about how much he enjoys watching the Dodgers fans get upset.

Time for the Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland are joined by Bergman as they discuss some potential Dodgers trades. Should the Dodgers move Mookie Betts back to right field? Vegas has the odds for the most passing yards in 2025 can the crew guess them all? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Astros, 6-4. Mookie Betts talks to the media. DV shares part of his pregame conversation with Blake Snell. 

Pete Crow-Armstrong is putting up a season that could make him the Cubs' next MVP, and maybe one of the best in franchise history. Joey Christopoulos breaks down the mind-blowing stats that put him in the same conversation as Ken Griffey Jr., Barry Bonds, and Mookie Betts. MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/

Film critic Cassandra  Hager (Cinefied) joins us this week to reflect on "Jaws," released 50 years ago last month.Cassandra Hager on Cinefied - https://www.cinefied.com/cassandrahagerCassandra Hager on Twitter - https://x.com/TheMovieMermaidCassangra Hager All Links - https://cassandrahager.carrd.co/Errata - "Airplane '74" and "Airplane '77"were actually "Airport '75" and "Airport '77." Jacqueline Bisset was in "The Deep," not "Jaws: The Revenge;" something for which I'm sure she's quite grateful.You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including those featured in this episode (if any were), through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link.https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandrunsHooks & Runs - https://hooksandruns.buzzsprout.comEmail: hooksandruns@protonmail.comCraig on Bluesky (@craigest.bsky.social)Rex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/Hosts Emeriti:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokEric on FacebookMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)    This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2025.   

Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the White Sox. Dave Roberts talks about Yoshi Yamamoto and Mookie Betts. DV catches up with Rick Monday and Miguel Vargas. 

Eno and DVR discuss an IL stint for Jeremy Peña, a health issue that has forced Ron Washington to step away from managing the Angels for the duration of the 2025 season, and the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker at the age 74. Plus, they take a look at the rolling one-year leaderboard for hitters in hopes of finding long-term trade targets on the struggling side, and a few pleasant surprises, before discussing where the money went with free-agent pickups this week.Rundown2:49 Jeremy Peña to the IL w/Rib Fracture4:59 Checking in on the Angels as Ron Washington Steps Down for the Rest of 202513:16 Dave Parker Passes Away at Age 7418:15 One-Year Leaderboard: Struggling Hitters27:56 Adley Rutschman: A Year Packed w/Injuries33:55 Top-10 wOBA Surprises: Eugenio Suárez, Cal Raleigh & Brent Rooker36:05 Riley Greene v. Corbin Carroll; Is Average Undervalued In Many Leagues?43:57 Mookie Betts: 2024 Injury & 2025 Illness Dragging Production Down50:04 Where the Money Went: Roster Spackle GaloreFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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.

Mookie talks about the game-ending double play and his go-ahead RBI single in the 5th. 

Ben Maller begins hour 2 discussing Kyle Tucker’s comments about a possible extension with Cubs, Alex Cora wants the media and fans to stop talking about the Rafael Devers trade, should the Dodgers be concerned about the ongoing offensive slump that Mookie Betts is in + a new edition of Maller to the Third Degree, & much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks analyzes Kyle Tucker’s comments about a possible extension with Cubs, Red Sox Manager Alex Cora wants the media and fans to stop talking about the Rafael Devers trade, should the Dodgers be concerned about the ongoing offensive slump that Mookie Betts is in + new editions of Maller to the Third Degree & Lame Jokes of The Week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hembo and Buster discuss the Chase Burnes' electric debut, the hit batsman crisis in baseball, what happened to Michael Harris II, what's holding Elly De La Cruz back, and their appreciation for Mookie Betts. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the A's putting a shovel in the ground in Las Vegas, All-Star Game voting, if the Mets or Yankees have bigger problems, Anthony Volpe's critics, and the passing of their friend Scott Miller. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:17 Hembo 33:51 Tim Kurkjian 55:34 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss the Chase Burnes' electric debut, the hit batsman crisis in baseball, what happened to Michael Harris II, what's holding Elly De La Cruz back, and their appreciation for Mookie Betts. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the A's putting a shovel in the ground in Las Vegas, All-Star Game voting, if the Mets or Yankees have bigger problems, Anthony Volpe's critics, and the passing of their friend Scott Miller. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:17 Hembo 33:51 Tim Kurkjian 55:34 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodger defeat the Rockies, 9-7. Mookie Betts and Dave Roberts talk to the media after the game. DV gives a Blake Snell injury update. 

Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Rockies. Dave Roberts talks about Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman's struggles at the plate. DV catches up with Michael Conforto. 

For episode 53 of Staffcast, Richard and guest host Lindsey Adler are joined by FanGraphs' Jay Jaffe to talk about the Winchester House, Mookie Betts becoming a shortstop, Big Papi getting ghosted, the Fox Sports postseason panel, Frank Thomas' beer, eating ancient food, using ancient medicine, snob movies, Walter O'Malley ruining your vibe, passing your favorite media down, ranking the Beatles, and more!Read Jay's and everyone else's work at FanGraphs!Follow your incredibly cool hosts and guest:Jay Jaffe⁠⁠Sean Doolittle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trevor Hildenberger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Staff⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tom Hackimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode art by Abigail Noy (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sympatheticinker.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Edited by Italian Dave (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/theitaliandave⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Intro: The Horrific Sounds That Bounce Around My Head Because The Record Labels Threatened To Kill Me

As the Los Angeles Dodgers head to Colorado for the first time this season, they have a handful of hitters who haven't been hitting as well lately as they would like. Can Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Teoscar Hernandez jumpstart their resurgences with a few games at Coors Field. And what about the pitching? The Dodgers are using young pitchers Jack Dreyer and Justin Wrobleski in the series opener and then aging star Clayton Kershaw in the finale. Can the Coors Field Effect on pitching be mitigated by the fact that they get to pitch against Rockies hitters? Tube in all season long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline!

News & NotesSeattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh becomes the first catcher to reach 30 home runs before the All-Star Break with a massive weekend at Wrigley Field.Meanwhile two other top catchers – Adley Rutschman and Ivan Herrera – were sent to the IL while Francisco Alvarez was demoted to AAA. Where should fantasy managers look for production behind the plate?Boston Red Sox infielder Kristian Campbell also got demoted to AAA after a rough May and June, where he'll be working at first base. Scott tells listeners whether or not Campbell is worth stashing in fantasy formats.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListShould fantasy managers be worried about Mookie Betts? Scott discusses why he dropped the Dodgers shortstop in his rankings this week. Meanwhile in the LA outfield, Andy Pages is looking better and better as the season progresses. Have we seen his ceiling already or could there be more to his game? Brett rolls solo and does his best to invoke Scott's sage wisdom as he navigates the risers and fallers of the Top 150 Hitters List this week. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

News & NotesSeattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh becomes the first catcher to reach 30 home runs before the All-Star Break with a massive weekend at Wrigley Field.Meanwhile two other top catchers – Adley Rutschman and Ivan Herrera – were sent to the IL while Francisco Alvarez was demoted to AAA. Where should fantasy managers look for production behind the plate?Boston Red Sox infielder Kristian Campbell also got demoted to AAA after a rough May and June, where he'll be working at first base. Scott tells listeners whether or not Campbell is worth stashing in fantasy formats.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListShould fantasy managers be worried about Mookie Betts? Scott discusses why he dropped the Dodgers shortstop in his rankings this week. Meanwhile in the LA outfield, Andy Pages is looking better and better as the season progresses. Have we seen his ceiling already or could there be more to his game? Brett rolls solo and does his best to invoke Scott's sage wisdom as he navigates the risers and fallers of the Top 150 Hitters List this week. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

News & NotesSeattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh becomes the first catcher to reach 30 home runs before the All-Star Break with a massive weekend at Wrigley Field.Meanwhile two other top catchers – Adley Rutschman and Ivan Herrera – were sent to the IL while Francisco Alvarez was demoted to AAA. Where should fantasy managers look for production behind the plate?Boston Red Sox infielder Kristian Campbell also got demoted to AAA after a rough May and June, where he'll be working at first base. Scott tells listeners whether or not Campbell is worth stashing in fantasy formats.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListShould fantasy managers be worried about Mookie Betts? Scott discusses why he dropped the Dodgers shortstop in his rankings this week. Meanwhile in the LA outfield, Andy Pages is looking better and better as the season progresses. Have we seen his ceiling already or could there be more to his game? Brett rolls solo and does his best to invoke Scott's sage wisdom as he navigates the risers and fallers of the Top 150 Hitters List this week. Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

The Padres and Dodgers concluded their 10th game in two weeks in spectacular fashion with Xander Bogaerts lifting the club and Ryan Bergert delivering a great effort in his 8th game in MLB.ALLLLL that was overshadowed in the top of the 9th however. After Dave Roberts pulled Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman from a still-competitive 5-0 game, Fernando Tatis Jr was hit by Dodgers pitching for the 3rd time in 9 games. Mike Shildt came on the field and called Roberts out, then Roberts rushed in and gave Mike a forearm shiver, sending both benches onto the field. The Padres failed to add to their 5 run lead and Sean Reynolds immediately got into trouble in the bottom half of the frame. Robert Suarez was called in to save the game with two on and one out. He allowed a RBI single and an RBI ground out, setting the stage for Shohei Ohtani to come up with the tying run on deck. Suarez through 3 balls, then hit Ohtani right between the numbers and was promptly ejected. Yuki Matsui came in, threw a run scoring wild pitch and walked Betts' replacement, bring the winning run to the plate. Yuki brought him to a full count before throwing a 92 MPH fastball past rookie Daulton Rushing, securing a win for the Friars in an instant classic.Chris, Raphie and Craig discuss the madness in this free for all Group Therapy.

The baseball world is still buzzing about the shocking trade that sent Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants only two seasons after the Boston Red Sox signed him to an 11-year contract extension. While Devers is already making a great first impression by the Bay, there are still questions about why Boston traded away yet another superstar from their roster.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about Devers' debut with the Giants, including a star-studded press conference and already mashing in his first game, as well as whether he could play a position the Red Sox once hoped he'd fill when the team rolls into San Francisco this weekend.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan welcome journalist Joon Lee to try to make sense of the trade from the Red Sox's side. After trading away Mookie Betts, Chris Sale, and Rafael Devers—along with not re-signing Xander Bogaerts—the guys wonder if the team is losing credibility with an already irritated fan base. Then, they talk about Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound and Gage Wood throwing a no-hitter in the College World Series.(2:43) – The Opener: Devers' debut in San Francisco(23:33) – Joon Lee joins the show to talk Red Sox(50:33) – Around the League: Shohei Ohtani pitches again(54:01) – Gage Wood twirls a no-hitter(57:47) – Jordan's notes from the MLB Draft Combine Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Boston Red Sox just traded away Rafael Devers, and the city is in shock. In this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Rayshawn Buchanan and Michael Marcangelo dive into one of the most controversial moves in recent MLB history: sending Devers to the San Francisco Giants. They break down why this deal feels like a salary dump, what it says about the Red Sox front office's priorities, and how it compares to the infamous trades of Mookie Betts, Nomar Garciaparra, and Xander Bogaerts. Is this rock bottom for Red Sox Nation? Are we entering a new era of hopelessness at Fenway?Then it's time for NBA Finals Game 6, where the Oklahoma City Thunder are on the verge of winning their first NBA championship. The guys analyze Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP-level postseason, Tyrese Haliburton's shocking collapse, and how this young OKC squad is building a true dynasty. We also touch on the Boston Celtics' offseason strategy, including trade scenarios for Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis' health, and why Michigan's Danny Wolfcould be a draft-day steal.Don't forget to follow us across all platforms:

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): What was supposed to be a celebratory weekend turned dreary as Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to the STUNNING trade of Rafael Devers to the Giants. Where were things lost between Devers and the Red Sox and why did they decide to make the deal with San Francisco now? Also, the return on the deal does bring a sense of optimism either to fans and causes some flashbacks to the package for Mookie Betts. And, Rob Bradford joins to give his thoughts on the wild day and has all eyes now on the Sox players in that clubhouse as they embark on their west coast road trip. 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

Today's word of the day is ‘fait accompli' as in Rafael Devers as in the Boston Red Sox as in the San Francisco Giants as in traded. How did we get here? Who is to blame for this falling out? Craig Breslow? John Henry? Red Sox fans are furious about this — they think it's Mookie Betts all over again. (16:00) The Florida Panthers are a win away from a repeat! Brad Marchand is playing like a man possessed! Sam Bennett keeps scoring! (23:00) What is going on with the NBA Finals? Everyone seems to be mad about something. There have been excellent games on the court, but the stories have been off the court. (36:00) Review: Holy Cow. (40:00) NPPOD. (42:45) We have two stories about the Dodgers right now. Shohei Ohtani is back to pitching. He'll be on the mound tonight. First time in almost 2 years he'll pitch in an MLB game. The other is about Clayton Kershaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘fait accompli' as in Rafael Devers as in the Boston Red Sox as in the San Francisco Giants as in traded. How did we get here? Who is to blame for this falling out? Craig Breslow? John Henry? Red Sox fans are furious about this — they think it's Mookie Betts all over again. (16:00) The Florida Panthers are a win away from a repeat! Brad Marchand is playing like a man possessed! Sam Bennett keeps scoring! (23:00) What is going on with the NBA Finals? Everyone seems to be mad about something. There have been excellent games on the court, but the stories have been off the court. (36:00) Review: Holy Cow. (40:00) NPPOD. (42:45) We have two stories about the Dodgers right now. Shohei Ohtani is back to pitching. He'll be on the mound tonight. First time in almost 2 years he'll pitch in an MLB game. The other is about Clayton Kershaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Co-host of "Felger & Mazz" on 98.5 The Sports Hub, Tony Massarotti joined Murph & Markus to share his perspective, as a Boston native, on the Rafael Devers trade & how it compares to the Mookie Betts tradeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour taking more calls and reacting to the Red Sox announcing a zoom call at 8PM tonight. (13:35) The guys talk about the Red Sox ignoring accountability and backlash for the trade. (24:56) ​​The crew takes more calls and reactions to the Devers trade and discusses how it compares to the Mookie Betts trade? (33:25) We finish the hour playing This or That!

Co-host of "Felger & Mazz" on 98.5 The Sports Hub, Tony Massarotti joined Murph & Markus to share his perspective, as a Boston native, on the Rafael Devers trade & how it compares to the Mookie Betts tradeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego Padres star Jackson Merrill sits down with 3x World Series champion Mookie Betts to discuss Denzel Clarke's insane HR robbery for the Athletics, why he wanted to stay in San Diego, and what makes the Dodgers-Padres rivalry unique. They also discuss their favorite Dustin Pedroia stories, growing up quickly in the minor leagues, the wild reason that Mookie got fined, how one San Francisco Giants fan ruined Jackson's golf game, and they take a Gen Z quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray are back as they kick off the show with their thoughts on last night’s Red Sox extra inning loss and the team’s sloppy style of play. (15:14) Reaction to Stefon Diggs’ comments to reporters from Patriots minicamp today. (25:46) Discussion about the lack of substance throughout the Red Sox roster, plus caller reactions about the state of the team. (38:10) Conversation about the Red Sox’s blueprint for losing following the Mookie Betts trade and more caller reactions.

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar sits down with Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to debate St. Louis pizza vs. Chicago deep dish, what it was like playing for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, and why Shohei Ohtani's level of fame reminds them of Michael Jordan. They also discuss his Japanese heritage, his crazy story of being recruited by Duke to play football, what's led to the Cardinals' success so far this year, and they play a game of 'Noot or Not'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices