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At the MLB All-Star break, your Texas Rangers sit one game under .500 at 48-49. As Kevin says, they ended the first half like they played the rest of the season: inconsistently. In a weak AL though, do you think consecutive series wins over the Angels and Astros will convince the front office to buy at the deadline? K&C discuss that and Nathan Eovaldi's All-Star snub in the video above.
Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Astros 2PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi is starting for Texas. Eovalidi has fifteen starts carrying an ERA of 1.62 with WHIP of 0.85. The veteran fans 26.8% with 4% walks. Ground ball rate of 52.1% with limited home run damage. Hunter Brown is starting for Houston. Brown, in eighteen starts has an ERA of 2.21 with WHIP of 0.94. The right hander has an elite 30.8% K rate with 7.6% walks. Ground balls served at 47.8% with 0.90 home runs per nine innings.
Wins Above Fantasy – Van Burnett (@Van_Verified) and Steve Gesuele (@stav8818) spotlight the hitters and pitchers carrying fantasy squads in 2025 — from early-round stars like Judge and Ohtani to breakouts like Busch, PCA, and Hunter Brown.Intro 0:00Cal Raleigh, Will Smith 3:37Pete Alonso, Michael Busch 11:50Maikel Garcia, Ketel Marte, Brandon Lowe 23:45Elly De La Cruz, Jeremy Pena 30:27Manny Machado, Eugenio Suarez 38:39Pete Crow-Armstrong, Aaron Judge, James Wood 42:30Shohei Ohtani 48:20Zack Wheeler, Hunter Brown, Tarik Skubal, Nathan Eovaldi 55:13Andres Munoz, Josh Hader 1:00:14 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
Keep or Kut - Chad (@chadyoung) and Pete (@PeteBBaseball) take a look at some first-half-keeper-league All Stars (largely based on value gained compared to their ADP) after a spirited conversation about their Head-to-Head Heroes from last week.5:00 - Chad picks George Springer as his Head-to-Head Hero. Pete goes with Jasson Domínguez and Michael Busch in a two-way tie.16:30 - Conversation about our keeper league All Stars begins with Emmet Sheehan, oddly enough.23:02 - Kris Bubic and Andrew Abbott are looking like probable keepers for 2026 and make the Keeper League All Star Team.29:00 - Chad likes what Ryne Nelson is cooking up this season. Pete is worried about the fastball usage.33:52 - Casey Mize has a 2.63 ERA through 15 starts. Is this a breakout and slam dunk keeper, or is he a first-half fluke.35:34 - Grant Holmes and Edward Cabrera look really good! Cabrera's success is long overdue for Pete!41:45 - Both hosts are excited about the idea of keeping Hunter Goodman and Andy Pages for 2026 at this point. 46:38 - Eugenio Suárez, Christian Yelich, Sonny Gray, and Merrill Kelly are having solid seasons, but are their seasons so good that managers should consider keeping them?49:31 - Jhoan Duran could be a potential keeper based on his numbers so far, potentially in roto leagues, at least.50:28 - Nick Pivetta should make the keeper league All Star team, the homers are down!51:25 - Will Vest and Emilio Pagán generate a short conversation about how to approach closer keepers.53:39 - Cristopher Sánchez is looking like a slam dunk keeper given his 2025 cost.55:08 - Nathan Eovaldi is good when he pitches, but is probably not a keeper 2026. 55:53 - Byron Buxton once again gets talked about on Keep or Kut.57:23 - Carlos Rodón and Robbie Ray are pitching like aces, but their costs were more pricey than most of the players we had discussed to this point. Does it look like they will still be worth keeping for 2026, despite that cost?59:38 - Bryan Woo is most likely going to be a keeper in a lot of leagues.1:01:03 - Joe Ryan and Pete Crow-Armstrong end the show. Pete and Chad discuss if they will have a lot of shares of PCA in 2026 or not.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
Texas Rangers vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Angels 9:38PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi is starting for Texas. Eovaldi has fourteen starts in 2025, delivers an ERA of 1.75 with WHIP of 0.85. The veteran strikes out 26.8% with 4.4% walks. Ground balls are 51.3% with limited home run damage. Jose Soriano gets the start for LAA.
Rangers manager Bruce Bochy joined the K&C Masterpiece to discuss Josh Jung's struggles and whether the third baseman could use a reset down in Triple-A. Boch also discussed how excited he was for Alejandro Osuna to hit his first big-league home run, how many pitches Nathan Eovaldi could throw vs. Baltimore on Wednesday, and much more.
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant are joined by Stars/SMU beat writer Lia Assimakopoulos to talk [1:00] about the Stars' new/old coach, Glen Gulutzan. Lia tells us what led Jim Nill to turn to a coach who's never won a playoff game after firing one who led them to three straight conference finals. [18:08] Lia also discusses the ratification of the House settlement in college sports, meaning schools can officially pay athletes. How will it work? How can they police it? Those are questions still to be answered. [28:15] And Evan despairs over the state of the Rangers, almost surely sellers at this point. Do they cash in Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant are joined by Stars/SMU beat writer Lia Assimakopoulos to talk [1:00] about the Stars' new/old coach, Glen Gulutzan. Lia tells us what led Jim Nill to turn to a coach who's never won a playoff game after firing one who led them to three straight conference finals. [18:08] Lia also discusses the ratification of the House settlement in college sports, meaning schools can officially pay athletes. How will it work? How can they police it? Those are questions still to be answered. [28:15] And Evan despairs over the state of the Rangers, almost surely sellers at this point. Do they cash in Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's a #WouldYouRatherWednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio and we welcome back Grant DeVivo, who's in for Griffin Bass. We'll discuss a rough night for the Birds against Jacob deGrom and tonight's rubber match against Nathan Eovaldi. In Hour 1, Jerry Coleman (Bmore Baseball Podcast) joins us to discuss Wimbledon and the burden he is in Grant's life. At the top of Hour 2, Jonathan Mayo (MLB Network/MLB Pipeline) joins us to discuss their new Top 100 prospects list with just one Oriole, Samuel Basallo. Near the end of Hour 2, MASN's Ben McDonald checks in to discuss "Joo-lye" baseball, Trevor Rogers' turnaround and why he wouldn't trade Dean Kremer. To wrap the show, Drew Forrester (DrewsMorningDish.com/105.7 The Fan) checks in to discuss...whatever might be on his mind.
Baltimore Orioles vs. Texas Rangers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Orioles at Rangers 8PM ET—Tomoyuki Sugano is starting for Baltimore. Sugano has sixteen starts with an ERA of 4.06 with WHIP of 1.25. The right hander strikes out 13.9% with 4.8% walks. Ground balls are 42.3% with 1.73 home runs per nine innings. A FIP of 5.14. Nathan Eovaldi gets the start for Texas.
Seattle Mariners vs. Texas Rangers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Mariners at Rangers 8PM ET—Logan Gilbert is starting for Seattle. Gilbert in eight starts has an ERA of 3.12 with WHIP of 0.89. The right hander has an elite 385 K rate with 4.4% walks. Ground balls served at 44.4% with 1.56 home runs per nine innings. Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas.
Welcome to Episode 90 of Tablesetters, where the game's biggest stories collide with scorching heat, late-June pressure, and postseason implications already beginning to brew. We begin in Omaha, where the LSU Tigers didn't just win their eighth College World Series — they secured their place as the defining force in modern college baseball. From the dynasty built by Skip Bertman to the edge honed by Jay Johnson, LSU's legacy now spans three decades, multiple eras, and a standard no one else in the sport has matched. Then we shift west, where the Padres and Dodgers turned a simmering rivalry into a full-blown powder keg. Benches cleared, stars got plunked, and managers were tossed in a four-game series that saw eight hit batters and more bad blood than baseball. This wasn't just a tense series — it was personal. And the aftermath could define the rest of the NL West race. In New York, the Mets and Braves meet again — both clubs in search of clarity and consistency as they open a four-game set under the oppressive Queens heat. Atlanta may have swept New York last week, but both teams are still trying to find themselves in a season that keeps asking questions they can't quite answer. From Chris Sale's injury to Frankie Montas' high-stakes return, we break down what's at stake in a pivotal series. We also head to Cincinnati, where the Reds are turning the page — and turning to fire. Chase Burns, one of the most hyped pitching prospects in recent memory, will make his major league debut against the Yankees. With the rotation in tatters and the Reds hovering around .500, this isn't just a call-up — it's a bet on the future. We unpack Burns' meteoric rise, what makes his arsenal electric, and why his debut feels like a potential franchise reset. Elsewhere around the league, big names are coming and going. Max Scherzer returns to the Blue Jays. Shota Imanaga and Nathan Eovaldi are nearing activation. Adley Rutschman hits the IL. And the Padres and Mariners move on from veterans Jason Heyward and Rowdy Tellez. We close with a look at the surging and the slumping — a segment spotlighting players heating up or going ice cold. And in the AL MVP race, Cal Raleigh's historic first half behind the plate has Mariners fans fired up — but Aaron Judge is quietly putting together one of the best seasons of his career. Who has the edge as July approaches? Follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for extra content, polls, and weekly MLB breakdowns. Like, subscribe, and share to support the show.
Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) and Jason Anthony (@booms62) break down a bevy of fantasy baseball news and topics - the acquisition of Rafael Devers, expectations for Eury Perez & Jacob Misiorowski, the impending returns of Nathan Eovaldi, Hunter Greene & Max Scherzer, hitters to bench this weekend, and a look ahead at Week 14 FAAB featuring Brady House.Injuries and NewsRafael Devers with the big F.U. to the Red SoxWilmer Flores' playing timeWhat's the matter with Jung Hoo Lee?Kyle Harrison (BOS) and Carson Whisenhunt (SF)Hyeseong Kim and Michael ConfortoEury & The MizGabby MorenoEmmet Sheehan demoted (and missing a second "t")Shane The Grain SmithPitchers Returning Soon & ExpectationsShotaGreeneEovaldiReese OlsonDarvishMad MaxSnell & GlasnowDrop Nola? Tylor (Megill) and Tyler (Mahle)Michael King pinchedWeekend MatchupsDiamondbacks in Coors - who to startGuardians in SactownCardinals to benchFAAB Look-AheadBest schedules next weekTop 15-team addsTrevor Rogers and Eric Lauer?Get Profar nowMichael Toglia and Rowdy Tellez, Boppers Inc.Top 12-team targetswww.FTNfantasy.com
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a lengthy absence of Pablo López following a Grade 2 teres major strain, and wonder if Chase Burns' arrival in Cincinnati might come earlier than expected with Hunter Greene's return to the IL. Plus, they dig into the regression cases of several starting pitchers -- including the always puzzling Andrew Abbott, Kris Bubic, Casey Mize, and several others.Rundown0:42 Pablo Lopez: Out 8-12 Weeks6:18 An Opportunity for David Festa8:03 Hunter Greene Goes Back on the IL11:50 Another Attempt to Understand Andrew Abbott's Success19:29 2025 ERA v. Rest-of-Season Projections (OOPSY/ppERA)25:43 Nathan Eovaldi's Tendency to Lose Velocity In Season32:10 The Best Version of Casey Mize We've Seen?41:02 Tyler Mahle's Low K% Will Become a Problem44:14 Should You Worry About Jacob deGrom's Last Two Starts?48:30 Checking In on the Drag on the Baseball54:58 How Would Dynamic Daily Park Factors Impact Your Game Plan?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe 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.
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Jose Altuve has picked things up in the past week (2:36). ... Max Meyer has really taken a step back (9:20). ... Ranger Suarez is on a nice run (18:00). ... Cal Raleigh is having a tremendous season (20:05). ... News (23:20): Nathan Eovaldi left with a triceps injury. ... Cade Horton turned in his first career quality start (28:00). ... Carlos Correa is hitting better since coming off the IL (31:52). ... Let's fire up the DROP-O-METER for hitters who've cooled off in May (38:00). ... What do we do with Spencer Strider right now (52:10)? ... These hitters are picking things up (59:40). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:03:18). 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, @CPTowers @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
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap Kevin Gausman's 8-inning outing en route to a Blue Jays series-opening win against the Texas Rangers. They look at the scouting report on Rangers starter Nathan Eovaldi before bringing in Sportsnet's Shi Davidi (17:21) to discuss Anthony Santander's place in the batting order, if Gausman will need to continue experimenting with his pitches, Bowden Francis' fastball, and why Brendon Little is the second-most important arm out of the bullpen. Then, former GM & MLB Network's Dan O'Dowd stops by (29:54) to share a front-office perspective on managing the lack of scoring opportunities, giving one player a contract while leaving another pending free agent without one, and Shohei Ohtani's desire to pitch again.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.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Blue Jays at Rangers 8PM ET—Bowden Francis will start for Toronto. Francis has ten starts this season, dealing with an ERA of 5.54 with WHIP of 1.41. The right hander strikes out 18.3% with 7.3% walks. Ground balls are 34.8% with 2.68 home runs per nine innings. Nathan Eovaldi is starting for Texas. Eovaldi made eleven starts with an ERA of 1.60 with WHIP of 0.79. The righty fans 27.6% with 3.5% walks. Ground balls come in at 52.1% with 0.53 home runs per nine innings.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Texas Rangers hitting coach Bret Boone (1:07) ahead of his side's series against the Blue Jays in Texas. He discusses his adjustment to the staff side of the game since getting hired earlier this month, what he's learned in his time with the team and his hitting-coach philosophy. Then, Jeff & Kevin get into the urgency for the Jays in this series and how they can top the premiere pitching in Texas. Later, Rangers analyst Evan Grant (28:15) sets the stage for the series and weighs in on why Texas' offence has dried up, what Boone brings to the clubhouse and Nathan Eovaldi's leadership for the rotation.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.
Ronald Acuña will return on Friday (2:30)! ... Christian Yelich is providing power and speed but not hitting for batting average (8:00). ... Logan O'Hoppe and Taylor Ward are both on fire (12:30). ... News (20:42): Julio Rodriguez was scratched with a back injury. ... George Kirby wasn't great in his debut (29:36). ... Is Tanner Bibee back (33:08)? ... Nathan Eovaldi vs. Carlos Rodon lived up to the hype (35:50). ... Addison Barger is doing some things (42:20). ... Luis Severino has been solid (45:23). ... Let's preview Week 10, taking a look at the schedule, two-start pitchers and sleeper hitters (46:45). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (57:13). 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, @CPTowers @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
Texas Rangers vs. NY Yankees MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Texas Rangers vs. NY Yankees 12:35PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas. Eovaldi in ten starts in 2025, carries an ERA of 1.61 with WHIP of 0.77. The veteran fans 28% with 3.4% walks. Ground balls served at 50% with limited home run damage. Carlos Rodon gets the start for NY. Rodon has ten starts with an ERA of 3.17 with WHIP of 0.99. The left hander has an elite 30.5% K rate with 10.2% walks. Grounders are 43.8% with 1.21 home runs per nine innings.
The Texas Rangers have a series win for the first time since mid-April after knocking off the Tigers on Sunday. It was Mother's Day, and Josh Jung connected for a two-run homer as he and his little brother, Jace, faced off for the second straight game with their mom, Mary, in the stands. Marcus Semien also homered to back another great outing by Nathan Eovaldi. Next up: A seven-game road trip vs. the dreadful Rockies and hated Astros.
Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Tigers 1:40PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas. Eovaldi has eight starts in 2025 dealing with an ERA of 2.03 and WHIP of 0.80. The veteran fans 28.5% with 2.2% walks. Ground balls sit at 47.5% with 0.55 home runs per nine innings. Reese Olson will start for Detroit. Olson has seven starts with an ERA of 3.03 and WHIP of 1.22. The right hander strikes out 24.8% with 10.6% walks. Ground ball rate of 52% with minimal home run damage.
Texas Rangers vs. Boston Red Sox MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Red Sox 6:45PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas. Eovaldi started seven games this year delivering an ERA of 2.11 with WHIP of 0.77. The veteran strikes out 28.2% with 1.8% walks. Ground ball rate of 48.6% with 0.63 home runs per nine innings. Lucas Giolito starts for Boston.
On the April 30 edition of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed his excitement around the Nathan Eovaldi & Luis Severino matchup (14:05) and how the A's can clinch their first winning month of April since 2021 (20:40). He was joined by: John W Miller - Author of The Last Manager: How Earl Weaver Tricked, Tormented, and Reinvented Baseball ( Doug Glanville - MLB Analyst for ESPN & Marquee Sports Network (53:15) Shea Langeliers - A's Catcher (1:07:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Athletics vs. Texas Rangers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Athletics at Rangers 8PM ET—Luis Severino will start for Athletics. Severino, in six starts on the year, delivers an ERA of 3.49 with WHIP of 1.09. The veteran fans 18.4% with 7.6% walks. Ground balls sit at 39.1% with 0.93 home runs per nine innings. Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas.
Texas Rangers vs. San Francisco Giants MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rangers at Giants 10:15PM ET—Nathan Eovaldi will start for Texas. Eovaldi in five starts delivering an ERA of 2.64 with WHIP of 0.75. The veteran fans 26.3% with 1.7% walks. Ground balls dished at 50.6% with 0.88 home runs per nine innings. Justin Verlander will start for SF. Verlander records five starts in 2025 with an ERA of 5.47 and WHIP of 1.50. The right hander strikes out 20.9% with 10% walks. Ground balls sit at 34.2% with 1.46 home runs per nine innings.
Jonah Heim, Kumar Rocker, and Josh Smith seal the SWEEP against the Rays last night. Resulting Texas Rangers record is the best in the American League. One of the best in baseball and yet, the offense is among the worst. Nathan Eovaldi takes the mound tonight! JOIN THE DLLS DIEHARDS! https://www.alldlls.com/join-diehard
April 5th, 2025 Jason "Killer" Kellison and Tyler Samsel talk about a fast start by the Rangers led by great pitching by Nathan Eovaldi and Jack Leiter. Listen to past episodes on The Ticket’s Website And follow The Ticket Top 10 on Apple, Spotify or Amazon Music See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Birdy the Wonder Dog discuss the state of local sports. [00:27] Evan, aided by his latest canine acquisition, makes a case for Nathan Eovaldi as the Rangers' second-best free agent signing ever, behind only Adrian Beltre. Eovaldi's complete-game, 99-pitch shutout of the Reds stopped the bullpen bleeding after an awful first game in Cincinnati and may have fueled Jack Leiter's excellent performance the next day in another 1-0 win. [24:45] Kevin wonders if the Cowboys ought to trade Micah Parsons after Jerry Jones dissed Parsons' agent at the owners' meetings and said he'd rather pay top dollar and get it right than screw it up. [43:05] And, last but not least, the guys make their title picks for the men's bracket and Kevin tells old Phi Slama Jama stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Birdy the Wonder Dog discuss the state of local sports. [00:27] Evan, aided by his latest canine acquisition, makes a case for Nathan Eovaldi as the Rangers' second-best free agent signing ever, behind only Adrian Beltre. Eovaldi's complete-game, 99-pitch shutout of the Reds stopped the bullpen bleeding after an awful first game in Cincinnati and may have fueled Jack Leiter's excellent performance the next day in another 1-0 win. [24:45] Kevin wonders if the Cowboys ought to trade Micah Parsons after Jerry Jones dissed Parsons' agent at the owners' meetings and said he'd rather pay top dollar and get it right than screw it up. [43:05] And, last but not least, the guys make their title picks for the men's bracket and Kevin tells old Phi Slama Jama stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Watch Off the Bench Presented by UDF with Chatterbox Sports Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. LIVE on the Chatterbox Sports YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE to the channel to ensure you never miss a thing. The Cincinnati Reds are currently mired in a frustrating three-game losing streak as of April 4, 2025, with each defeat coming by an identical score of 1-0. This skid, which follows a promising 14-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on March 31, has dropped the Reds to a 2-4 record early in the 2025 season. What makes this stretch particularly remarkable—and historically rare—is that it marks only the second time since 1920 that a Major League Baseball team has lost three consecutive games by a 1-0 margin, underscoring both the brilliance of Cincinnati's pitching and the utter collapse of its offense. The Reds' pitching staff has been nothing short of exceptional during this trio of losses. Across the three games—against the Rangers on April 1 and the San Francisco Giants on April 2 and 3—Reds hurlers have allowed just 12 hits and three runs, with starters like Nathan Eovaldi and Carson Spiers delivering standout performances. Eovaldi, for instance, tossed a complete-game shutout on April 1, only to see his effort wasted by a silent lineup. The bullpen has been equally stingy, keeping opponents in check but unable to secure a win due to a lack of run support. This level of pitching dominance should have Cincinnati sitting pretty, yet the team finds itself on the wrong end of history. Offensively, the Reds have hit rock bottom. After erupting for 14 runs in their series opener against Texas, they've been shut out for 27 straight innings, managing a meager nine hits while striking out 27 times over the three losses. Stars like Elly De La Cruz and Matt McLain, who powered the early-season surge, have gone cold, leaving manager Terry Francona scratching his head. “We'll figure it out together,” Francona said postgame, a sentiment that reflects both optimism and urgency. The bats, which showed such promise, have vanished at a critical juncture. This streak isn't just a statistical anomaly; it's a wake-up call. While the Reds can't clinch a playoff spot in April, they can certainly dig themselves a hole. With a tough four-game set against the Milwaukee Brewers starting today, Cincinnati's offense must awaken fast—or risk letting stellar pitching go to waste in a season that began with postseason aspirations. Baseball's unpredictability is on full display, and for Reds fans, patience is being tested early
Nathan Eovaldi tossed the first shutout of the season (2:36). ... Shane Baz was awesome against the Pirates (8:30). ... Casey Mize dominated the Mariners (12:57). ... News (18:54): David Bednar was optioned to the minors. ... The closer carousel goes round and round (28:10). ... Logan Webb and Dustin May did things differently (37:16). ... We've had some big scoring in Sacramento (41:07). ... We had three pairs of socks and shoes (45:30). ... These hitters are off to nice starts (49:45). ... What did we think of these starting pitchers (55:20)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (58:30). 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, @CPTowers @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
Hour 1 The New York sports scene saw mixed results, with the Mets and Yankees both suffering losses. Jazz Chisholm's hitless night followed his public spat, while Francisco Lindor's defensive errors plagued the Mets. Conversely, the Knicks defeated the struggling Sixers, prompting optimism despite Gio's assessment of their "bored" regular season play. Kodai Senga's strong pitching was a bright spot for the Mets, though Sean Manaea's setback was noted. Elsewhere, the Dodgers maintained their undefeated streak against the winless Braves. NFL news included Roger Goodell's concerns over the "tush push," Steelers' hints about Aaron Rodgers, and Jerry Jones's contract talks with Micah Parsons. In the NBA, Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry delivered spectacular scoring performances. The hour concluded with a humorous recollection of Boomer's accidental call to Brodie Van Wagenen and reflections on his Mets tenure. Hour 2 Boomer was surprised to learn Al carries a body cam for early morning safety in NYC, citing a possible UFO sighting on his commute. Jerry's sports update covered the Yankees' grand slam loss, the Mets' defeat marred by Lindor's errors, and Nathan Eovaldi's rare complete game. NFL news featured Jed York's strategy for keeping Brock Purdy and Jerry Jones's confident approach to contract negotiations. The hour concluded with a bizarre story of a man arrested for leaving his young children at McDonald's during a job interview, which sparked online debate and an offer of help from Antonio Brown. Hour 3 Boomer questioned RJ Luis's transfer portal move from St. John's, expressing a shift in loyalty towards coaches amidst player mobility. A bizarre discussion ensued about swallowed and lost items, including Boomer's "passed" crown and Gio's dog's rubber duck, with Gio accusing Boomer of delegating tasks. Jerry's sports update covered the Yankees' loss due to a grand slam, the Mets' defeat and Lindor's errors, Brian Daboll's Russell Wilson analysis, and Steph Curry's 52-point game. An Atlanta fan's ACL injury during a timeout promotion was highlighted. The hour concluded with speculation about Sauce Gardner's rumored relationship with Ice Spice, and a humorous debate about golfing versus spending time with her. Hour 4 The show opened with NFL contract talks and the potential 18-game season, followed by a caller, Dan, challenging earlier on-air remarks. Road conditions in Long Island and New Jersey were discussed. Jerry's final update covered the Yankees' loss, Lindor's errors, and Gio's HR prediction. NFL news included Roger Goodell's "tush push" concerns and Raheem Morris's Kirk Cousins comments, leading to a "what the hell is this?" segment. The Knicks' success and Scott Van Pelt's criticism of Kevin Willard were highlighted. The "Moment of the Day" focused on Al's body camera. The show concluded with Gio's hydration debate and Boomer's cleanse, with Gio considering Phil Mickelson's health supplements.
Boomer was surprised to learn Al carries a body cam for early morning safety in NYC, citing a possible UFO sighting on his commute. Jerry's sports update covered the Yankees' grand slam loss, the Mets' defeat marred by Lindor's errors, and Nathan Eovaldi's rare complete game. NFL news featured Jed York's strategy for keeping Brock Purdy and Jerry Jones's confident approach to contract negotiations. The hour concluded with a bizarre story of a man arrested for leaving his young children at McDonald's during a job interview, which sparked online debate and an offer of help from Antonio Brown.
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Nick Kirby and Trace Fowler recap the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 loss to the Texas Rangers on Tuesday. They talk about an ugly day from the Reds offense, what to do with Jake Fraley and other slumping player, discuss another encouraging start from Carson Spiers, run through Reds minor league action and preview Sunday's season finale. Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9faU2BONpg DSC Commodities: https://deepsouthcommodities.com/ CALL OR TEXT 988 FOR HELP DAY OR NIGHT: https://mantherapy.org/get-help/national-resources/164/lifeline-crisis-chat OTHER CHATTERBOX PROGRAMING: Off The Bench: https://otbthombrennaman.podbean.com/ Chatterbox Bengals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chatterbox-bengals-a-cincinnati-bengals-nfl-podcast/id1652732141 Chatterbox Bearcats: https://chatterboxbearcats.podbean.com/ Dialed In with Thom Brennaman: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjPJjEFaBD7VLxmcTTWV0ubHu_cSFdEDU Chatterbox Man on the Street: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ye-HjJdmmQ&list=PLjPJjEFaBD7V0GOh595LyjumA0bZaqwh9&pp=iAQB
Rangers beat the Reds 1-0 last night. Early MLB power rankings. Around the NFL. Nick Harris of The Fort Worth Star Telegram joins the show live from the NFL owner's meeting in Florida. Choppin it up!
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Rangers beat the Reds 1-0 thanks to a shutout from Nathan Eovaldi. Jerry Jones spoke at the Owner's Meeting about Micah's potential contract extension. Val Kilmer passes away at 65.
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Watch Off the Bench Presented by UDF with Chatterbox Sports Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. LIVE on the Chatterbox Sports YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE to the channel to ensure you never miss a thing. On April 2, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds face the Texas Rangers in the decisive third game of their series at Great American Ball Park, with first pitch set for 12:40 PM EDT. After splitting the first two games, the Reds aim to secure their first series win of the young season. The series opener saw Cincinnati's offense erupt for a 14-3 victory, powered by Elly De La Cruz's two home runs and seven RBIs, alongside Brady Singer's seven shutout innings in his Reds debut. However, the Rangers bounced back in Game 2, with Nathan Eovaldi delivering a masterful complete-game shutout, allowing just four hits in a 1-0 win, evening the series. Today's matchup features Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (0-0, 3.60 ERA) against Rangers righty Jack Leiter (1-0, 1.80 ERA). Greene, coming off a solid first start, will look to harness his electric fastball to stifle Texas' lineup, which has struggled offensively outside of Wyatt Langford's solo homer in Game 2. Leiter, fresh off his first MLB win, brings momentum but faces a Reds offense that showcased its potential in the opener. Cincinnati's key hitters, like De La Cruz and Gavin Lux, will need to solve Leiter early to avoid another quiet day at the plate. The Reds' pitching staff has shown promise, but consistency remains a question after Spiers' loss in Game 2. Defensively, Cincinnati must tighten up after De La Cruz's error in the field last night. With a daytime start and 67-degree weather in Cincinnati, conditions favor a competitive game. A Reds win would signal early-season resilience, while the Rangers hope to ride Eovaldi's momentum and steal the series on the road. Expect a tight contest as both teams vie for the upper hand in this final showdown.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo catches up with Nathan Eovaldi to understand exactly what makes him tick when it counts the most. 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
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): We were all reminder about the greatness of baseball over the past few days thanks to Opening Weekend in Major League Baseball. But we can also pause to understand how awesome the community of baseball is beyond just what happens on the field. Bradfo catches up with a shining example of that, Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger, who has joined with his wife to form the Burger Family Foundation. It's a cause we at Baseball Isn't Boring want our world to know about. It's always a good time talking with Jake. Bradfo also catches up with Nathan Eovaldi to understand exactly what makes him tick when it counts the most. 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
Jones and Keefer were joined by Rob Bradford, Audacy Sports and WEEI Red Sox Insider, joins the show to discuss this season's expectations, the Garrett Crochet negotiations, if pitcher Nathan Eovaldi chose Boston, Masataka Yoshida's role with the team, Rafael Devers expectations, the path to the majors for Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony, if there is Triston Casas fatigue, and the Sox bullpen.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Nathan Eovaldi is once again getting the Opening Day start, being relied on to start the Rangers' season in fine fashion. It's a big stage, which is exactly how Eovaldi has shown he likes it. Bradfo catches up with Eovaldi's former teammate and good friend Garrett Whitlock to talk about the impact Eovaldi has on and off the field, and why he is able to perform so well when it counts the most. 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
Dallas City Council approved plans by a 10-4 vote to turn Pepper Square, a Far North Dallas shopping center, into a mixed-use development with more than 850 apartments. In other news, just a month before Canada Rinaldi was set to walk down the aisle with her soon-to-be husband, she was attacked and brutally beaten by a man she did not know in Deep Ellum; Federal officials depicted a startling account of racism and discrimination at a North Texas homeowners association: Racial slurs flooding neighborhood Facebook pages as white supremacist organizations passed out flyers; and it's opening day in major league baseball. The Texas Rangers get their 2025 campaign underway today with a four game series against the Boston Red Sox. Nathan Eovaldi will take the mound at Globe Life Field at 3:05. It's important the Rangers get to slugging right out of the gate. With a starting rotation down two starters and a bullpen that is likely to be running a shuttle of long relievers between Arlington and Triple-A Round Rock, the Rangers need the strength of their team to show up early. Especially at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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