Podcasts about National League Central

Fifty games into the season, the Cubs are 10 over .500 and leading the National League Central. The Reds, however, could be a problem. For a scouting report on Cincinnati, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney bring in C. Trent Rosecrans, their colleague at The Athletic, ahead of a Memorial Day weekend series at Great American Ball Park. Tune in for more on Hunter Greene's next level, the expectations around Elly De La Cruz and Terry Francona's influence as the Hall of Fame-caliber manager brought in to fix the Reds and try to take over the division.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.com Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

The Cincinnati Reds are set to face the National League Central-leading Chicago Cubs in a pivotal three-game series at Great American Ball Park, starting Friday, May 23, 2025. This series marks the return of Reds ace Hunter Greene from the 15-day injured list, a development that has fans and analysts buzzing with anticipation. Greene's comeback is a critical boost for Cincinnati as they aim to close the gap with the division-leading Cubs. Greene, a first-time All-Star in 2024, has been sidelined since May 7 due to a Grade 1 right groin strain sustained during a start against Atlanta. Before the injury, the 25-year-old right-hander was dominant, posting a 4-2 record with a 2.36 ERA over 45.2 innings, striking out 61 batters while issuing just eight walks, and maintaining a stellar 0.81 WHIP. His return on Friday, confirmed by manager Terry Francona, follows a successful 35-pitch simulated game on May 18, where Greene reported no discomfort and easy velocity. Francona's confidence in Greene's readiness underscores the pitcher's meticulous preparation, including a bullpen session in Pittsburgh this week. Facing the Cubs, Greene brings a strong track record. He is 4-1 with a 4.06 ERA in seven career starts against Chicago, including a standout performance on May 26, 2023, when he tossed six no-hit innings with 11 strikeouts in a 9-0 victory at Wrigley Field. However, Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki poses a challenge, hitting .462 with two homers in 13 at-bats against Greene. Chicago will counter with left-hander Matthew Boyd (4-2, 2.98 ERA), who has struggled in Cincinnati, going 0-3 with a 9.69 ERA in four career starts. The Reds' rotation for the series is formidable, with Andrew Abbott (3-0, 1.80 ERA) and Nick Lodolo (4-4, 3.22 ERA) slated for Saturday and Sunday. Cincinnati, sitting at .500, sees this series as a chance to gain ground in the NL Central, especially with two of their next four series against the Cubs. Greene's return injects energy and leadership into a young Reds squad, and his performance could set the tone for a crucial stretch. With the Cubs riding high, this matchup promises high-stakes baseball, with Greene's electric arm at the forefront.

Sara Sanchez from Bleed Cubbie Blue joined to chat about the upcoming Crosstown series and what's going on over on the North Side. The Cubs have been on fire lately, leading the National League Central, but not everything is perfect at The Friendly Confines. Sara talked about the issues Chicago's other baseball team sees, and the chaos that always ensues during this particular series. Here is what we talked about: What's new with the Cubs Both teams have A+ giveaways, especially for heritage nights Rating the offseason Kyle Tucker was a great addition to the squad, but pitchers were needed Kyle Hendricks, the lack of retiring numbers, and who should be the next statue Is first place sustainable? No Wild Card will come from the NL Central Jed Hoyer's contract year The 2016 team and where they are now Pitching matchups Stats go out the window and vibes take over Fights, cup snakes and maybe a Pope sighting The biggest threat to the White Sox Mallory Swanson Keys to winning the series Fears heading into the series Will Atlanta be better soon? Will the Rockies be historically bad? The Dodgers hype might be overblown The other teams in California You can find Sara on Bluesky and read her work on our sister site, Bleed Cubbie Blue. You might even see a familiar name this Friday for the series preview on the site. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 “Change the atmosphere at the ballpark and start to mirror the scrappiness and the feistiness and that vibe that you talk about of this team. It is very interesting that for the last few years they’ve had a very stoic team and a very stoic ballpark. This is not a stoic team. This is a kinetic team. It’s time to have a kinetic ballpark.” PHILADELPHIA -- The wake of the Cardinals roll to a series win at the rocking Citizens Bank Park against the Phillies, Post-Dispatch sports writers Jeff Gordon and Derrick Goold discuss if expectations should change for the 2025 Cardinals after they won nine consecutive games and 10 of 11. The Cardinals' stated goal in this "transition" year is to be better in May than they were in April and better in June than they were in May. A brand new Best Podcast in Baseball explores this question: When they have a May that puts them within one game of the National League Central lead and earns them the longest winning streak of the month in the National League, then haven't they rewritten what it means to be better in June? Gordon, a sports columnist, and BPIB host Goold, a baseball writer, note how the Cardinals clearly have buy-in from the players, and next would be buy-in from fans before the ultimate test. Does this team get buy-in from ownership to add what it needs for a legit run toward October? Gordon suggests that the style of baseball and success of May should lead to more fans at the ballpark, and that prompts a bit of a rant from Goold about the atmosphere at Busch Stadium. The Phillies drew 40,000 to a Monday game in South Philly, and they had pulsating, jamming crowds for a doubleheader despite poor weather. The Cardinals need to borrow from some of their rivals, and that starts with having a player choose a singalong walk-up song (ala Bryson Stott) that gets the whole crowd involved and part of the experience and then finally identifying and adopting a victory song for all the fans to sing at the end of home wins.  The Cardinals have had a businesslike and stoic team for years and the ballpark reflected that often. This is no longer that team. The team should embrace that, own that, and make that part of the ballpark experience. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored weekly by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.

Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 If we can all agree that teams in the National League Central cycle in and then out of a window contention, then let's begin the discussion there as a brand new Best Podcast in Baseball does with a look at all five division rivals and where they are in their timeline to contend. Longtime Cincinnati baseball writer and Reds beat writer C. Trent Rosecrans, who is now with The Athletic and The New York Times, joins Post-Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold during a rain delay at Great American Ball Park to look out the windows and see what teams are in a downcycle from contending, what team is square in an urgent window to do so, and where the Reds and Cardinals fit on the spectrum. The comparison between the Reds and Cardinals gets some added gravity when considering how the Reds have a young nucleus of players -- and arguably the most-talented position player (Elly De La Cruz) and most-talented starter (Hunter Greene) in the division -- and yet they're not considered a favorite, some pundits don't see them as a contender, and it's not the first itme they've had a core built to contend that doesn't. That's a lesson for the Cardinals who want to build a core as well and expect to contend -- but there's no guarantee. An X-factor for the Reds is manager Terry Francona, who came out of retirement to lead the Cincinnati youth and possible galvanize them for a division run they've not been able to make due to inconsistency. Francona's arrival in the NL Central comes 14 years after the Cardinals interviewd him for their manager vacancy. Rosecrans and Goold, two writers who covered the late Walt Jocketty when he was leading the Reds or Cardinals front office, respectively, also discuss the popular baseball exec's impact on both franchises and especially what he brought back to Cincinnati that the Reds are out to restore even today. Star Wars Day is also discussed. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold. In its 13th season, BPIB can be found wherever you get your podcasts. It is likely in need of a new theme song after all these years.

On April 30, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds faced the St. Louis Cardinals in a split doubleheader at Great American Ball Park, prompted by the postponement of the previous night's game due to heavy rain and severe weather threats. The Reds, riding a five-game winning streak and holding a 16-13 record, aimed to maintain their momentum in the National League Central. However, the doubleheader proved challenging, resulting in a sweep by the Cardinals and exposing areas of concern for Cincinnati. In Game 1, starting at 12:40 p.m. ET, the Reds fell 6-0. Brady Singer, Cincinnati's starter, pitched six scoreless innings, allowing five hits and striking out eight without a walk. Despite his effort, the Reds' offense was stifled by Cardinals' pitcher Miles Mikolas, managing only five hits and no runs. The game remained scoreless until the ninth, when Reds reliever Alexis Díaz struggled, surrendering three consecutive home runs to Victor Scott II, Lars Nootbaar, and Masyn Winn, who hit his second of the game. Díaz allowed five runs, ballooning his ERA and drawing criticism from fans on X for his lack of command, with some calling his pitches “batting practice.” Game 2, starting at 6:40 p.m. ET, saw the Reds lose 9-1. Chase Petty, a 22-year-old top pitching prospect, made his MLB debut as the 27th man for the doubleheader. Petty, called up from Triple-A Louisville, struggled, giving up five runs over four innings. The Cardinals capitalized early, and the Reds' offense again faltered against Steven Matz, scoring just one run. Posts on X highlighted fan disappointment, noting the Reds' combined one run across both games and Petty's rough debut, though some remained hopeful for his future. The doubleheader exposed offensive inconsistencies and bullpen weaknesses, particularly Díaz's meltdown. Injuries also loomed large: outfielder Austin Hays was sidelined with a hamstring issue, and infielder Jeimer Candelario was placed on the 10-day IL with a back injury, retroactive to April 28. Tyler Callihan was called up to fill the gap. Despite the losses, the Reds (16-15) had a chance to split the four-game series in the finale. Under new manager Terry Francona, the team's young core, including Elly De La Cruz and Matt McLain, remains a focal point for optimism as they navigate a grueling 17-game stretch without an off day until May 12.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Our best Diehard deal! Just $3 A Month https://www.allchgo.com/intro-offer-youtube The Cubs were so close to sweeping the Diamondbacks. Sunday's game was tied 2-2 headed into the 11th inning when the Diamondbacks' small ball gave them the lead. The Cubs ran into bad luck when Ian Happ led off the 11th when a double play lineout. The Cubs lead over the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central has shrunk to 1 game. How are Cubs fans feeling headed into the off day? Join CHGO Cubs hosts, Kevin Wells and Cody Delmendo as they discuss the vibes on the North Side! An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head tohttp://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs

Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 It would be difficult for the Cardinals to script a better opening weekend for their "transition" year that an emphatic sweep of the visiting Minnesota Twins. The Cardinals got sturdy performances from the starters, stellar play from the defense, and 19 runs in three days from the offsenese. Lars Nootbaar ignited the weekend with a run scored in three of the Cardinals' first four games, and Victor Scott personified the three-game series sweep of the Twins with a dynamic catch in the opener, two stolen bases in the middle game, and the decisive three-run homer in the series finale. The Cardinals put on a show. And some of the smallest crowds in Busch Stadium history were there to see it. How can the Cardinals grow a team and regrow the crowds? Will one assure the other, or are the Cardinals entering more than a "transition" year in the front office and actually embarking on a whole new product to sell fans? Maybe reset wasn't the word after all. This is a rebranding. Post-Dispatch sports columnist Jeff Gordon joins Best Podcast in Baseball host Derrick Goold to discuss the first four games of the Cardinals season and how they came a late-game bullpen leak away from starting 4-0. The Cardinals established their identity early, and the question becomes whether they can maintain it to be competitive in the National League Central. But that isn't the only question. Competitive is quaint. Competitive is the expectation. Moving merch is essential. Will a style of play be enough? Will winning be enough? After several years of selling nostalgia to fans, the Cardinals need more than a clear message about the future. They need a brand new way to market the team. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold. In its 13th year, BPIB drops weekly and is eager to hear from listeners about what it does well and what it can do better. Yes, we're especially talking to you -- the listener we have in Ireland.

Nick Pedone of "The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show" joins Bruce to talk about the Browns draft choices and the NFL Combine, Previewing the MLB's National League Central and West & The Cavaliers clinch the Central Division with a win over Brooklyn.

In Episode 441, Patrick, Jeffrey, and Craig preview the teams in the National League Central.1. The Cubs are the fancy dog Blue Jays?2. The Brewers can't keep getting away with this, but will probably get away with this in 2025.3. The Cardinals are fine.4. The Pirates will be frisky, but probably not good.5. The Reds have been out in the sun for a year too long.Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you want to get in contact with the show, the e-mail address is fiveanddive@baseballprospectus.com.                                          Our theme tune is by Jawn Stockton. You can listen to him on Spotify and Apple Music  Spotify: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_SpotifyApple Music: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_AM

Hosts JR Radcliffe and Curt Hogg welcome in Jonathan Judge of Baseball Prospectus to get insight on the PECOTA rankings, which think the Brewers are a .500 team and well behind the Cubs in the National League Central. Why are the projections so bearish on the Brewers' offense, including Christian Yelich and Jackson Chourio? Why is Garrett Mitchell so confounding to the projections system? Is there any signing the Brewers could make to improve their outlook? Are they doomed?

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Bernie Miklasz joined the show to discuss the potential trade of Nolan Arenado, noting his interest in joining the Boston Red Sox and the lack of a strong market for him. He ranked teams in the National League Central, with the Reds improving thanks to Terry Francona's hiring. The conversation also covered the St. Louis Blues' move to Channel 4 for three games, marking their return to over-the-air broadcasting after 15 years. Additionally, Bernie shared insights on the growth of streaming services for sports and the NFL coaching carousel, highlighting Mike Vrabel as a top candidate for future openings.

Carlos and Peter continue their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League Central. The two talk through each team's draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they're most excited about. —Time Stamps(3:00) Cubs(18:30) Reds(30:00) Brewers(41:00) Pirates(54:45) Cardinals(1:11:00) Our favorite draft classesOur Sponsors:* Check out LegalZoom and use my code Baseball for a great deal: https://www.legalzoom.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Jack cap off the week by discussing one of the more fascinating divisions in baseball in 2024: the National League Central.Intro/Soto: 0:00NL Central: 10:03Brewers: 12:47Cubs: 21:48Cardinals: 37:05Reds: 51:44Pirates: 1:03:17Aram's Roki Sasaki BreakdownJust Baseball's Top 100 Prospect UpdateSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Check out our LinkTree!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/JUSTBASEBALLOur Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/JUSTBASEBALL* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/JUSTBASEBALLSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: A Thursday Starkey Six Pack. The Pirates lost their 81st game on the same day the Brewers clinched the National League Central. The Steelers should crush the Chargers and their offense if Easton Stick is the quarterback. Pitt volleyball dominated Penn State and still hasn't lost a set. Comparing the Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers.

A Thursday Starkey Six Pack. The Pirates lost their 81st game on the same day the Brewers clinched the National League Central. The Steelers should crush the Chargers and their offense if Easton Stick is the quarterback. Pitt volleyball dominated Penn State and still hasn't lost a set.

Jen Gabe & Chewy start the show discussing the Milwaukee Brewers clinching the National League Central, and guaranteeing themselves a spot in the MLB postseason. Is it NL Central of Bust for the Brewers, and does this Brewers team have a different feeling than past Brewers teams. Jason Wilde joins the show to discuss Jordan Love's appearance at Green Bay Packers practice and whether or not we might see him at quarterback for the Packers. Should Jordan Love play if he is medically cleared to play on Sunday, or is he being rushed back to early? Are the Brewers good enough to win a World Series.

- Monday Night Football Reaction- How high of a ceiling does Andre Pallante have as a starting pitcher for the Cardinals?- What are the Blues evaluating this season?- What's Trending- Which NFL teams are in trouble after Week 2?- The Lineup Game- Are You Sold?- How come the Royals could become a postseason team after losing 106 games last season while the Cardinals stay in neutral?- The Gauntlet- Did the “just win the division” approach cost the Cardinals the National League Central?- Sports Six-Pack Part I- Sports Six-Pack Part II- Jamie's NFL Week 2 Game Notes- NFL Week 2 Pick'Em Challenge Recap & The Stalter Stackup: NFL Week 2- Beat the Streak & Biggest Question of the Day- Bet the Board & 3 Stars of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

- Monday Night Football Reaction - How high of a ceiling does Andre Pallante have as a starting pitcher for the Cardinals? - What are the Blues evaluating this season? - What's Trending - Which NFL teams are in trouble after Week 2? - The Lineup Game - Are You Sold? - How come the Royals could become a postseason team after losing 106 games last season while the Cardinals stay in neutral? - The Gauntlet - Did the “just win the division” approach cost the Cardinals the National League Central? - Sports Six-Pack Part I - Sports Six-Pack Part II - Jamie's NFL Week 2 Game Notes - NFL Week 2 Pick'Em Challenge Recap & The Stalter Stackup: NFL Week 2 - Beat the Streak & Biggest Question of the Day - Bet the Board & 3 Stars of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11:27 - Commanders: deep dive on the NFL regular-season debut of quarterback Jayden Daniels in the Commanders' regular-season-opening 37-20 loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26:19 - Commanders: analysis of a variety of aspects of the Commanders' regular-season-opening 37-20 loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including the lack of production from Commanders receivers, the impressive-but-limited touches for running backs Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler, a hideous performance by the defense and a possible one-and-done outing by kicker Cade York 42:23 - College Football: thoughts on Maryland's 27-24 loss to Michigan State, Navy's 38-11 win over Temple, Virginia Tech's 31-14 win over Marshall, Virginia's 31-30 win at Wake Forest, James Madison's 13-6 win over Gardner-Webb, Old Dominion's 20-14 loss to East Carolina and Liberty's 30-24 win at New Mexico State 01:01:32 - Nationals: discussion of the Nats splitting a four-game series at the National League Central-worst Pittsburgh Pirates 01:17:09 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's losing two of three games against the Tampa Bay Rays Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent you Whatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent you Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney service You can win a $500 gift card at BlueWirePods.com/Survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13:14 - Commanders: analysis of the Commanders' latest injury report for their 2024 regular-season opener at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers...discussion of what to expect from quarterback Jayden Daniels in his NFL regular-season debut, including comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on Daniels...examining other Commanders players worth being excited about...thoughts on Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield...and more 28:28 - Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a Commanders win at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers...and predictions for the game and for the Commanders' season 38:39 - College Football: GaldiLocks picks against the spreads for the seven FBS teams of the Mid-Atlantic region 47:22 - Nationals: breakdown of a 9-4 loss at the National League Central-worst Pittsburgh Pirates in a game that featured starting pitcher Jake Irvin struggling again Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! You can win a $500 gift card at BlueWirePods.com/Survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gabe & Chewy start the 2nd hour of the show discussing the Green Bay Packers kicker battle in camp that doesn't seem like anyone truly wants to win between Anders Carlson and Greg Joseph. Is anyone WINNING the battle or is Greg Joseph just losing the battle? What are the least attractive hobbies for men to have according to women? Does anyone like a guy who's into magic tricks, or model trains, and what are women's hobbies? Sophia Minnaert joins the show to talk all the latest with the National League Central leading Milwaukee Brewers, and in hunt for a first round post season bye.

The Brewers are once again red-hot with five straight wins (all against first-place teams) after starting the week 0-2. The National League Central is almost surely theirs, but they also know Christian Yelich will be out for the rest of the year. That hasn't impacted them dramatically yet, but will it? Willy Adames is feeling it with the bat, but it's been a strange year on defense. William Contreras is back to mashing, Tobias Myers and Colin Rea continue to be for real, and can the team do anything to address its sudden weakness ... the outfield? Can this team really hang with the Dodgers if they meet again in October? Three Up Three Down discusses an amazing week for Devin Williams and the confusion around "blocking the plate." Remembrew When also goes back to a Robin Yount highlight, which is fitting with Yount getting honored at American Family Field on Sunday. Curt Blanche examines a play that often gets maligned, perhaps incorrectly. Then, JR sits down with Devin Williams, the Brewers closer who has made a triumphant return from a back injury. They discuss the moment he almost gave his heart to soccer instead of baseball, his trophies and what has to happen for this year to be different in the postseason. Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com. 

Commanders: discussion of quarterback Jayden Daniels off comments from Daniels and head coach Dan Quinn, including the news that Daniels will play at the New York Jets in the Commanders' 2024 preseason opener, more examples of Daniels' humility and self-awareness, insight from Quinn on how the team perceived Daniels' lack of middle-of-the-field pass attempts at LSU and perspective from Quinn and Daniels on the potential for Daniels and receiver Terry McLaurin to be a potent combination Commanders: reaction to interior defensive lineman Jonathan Allen telling NFL Network how much better things are for the Commanders now as compared to with Ron Rivera as head coach...and a look at recent heavy praise from head coach Dan Quinn for players taken by the team in the 2024 NFL Draft Nationals: analysis of the Nats winning two out of three games against the National League Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers as the surge of second baseman Luis Garcia Jr. continued...and thoughts on a disappointing development with starting pitcher Cade Cavalli in his recovery from Tommy John surgery Orioles: breakdown of the O's splitting a four-game series Major League-leading Cleveland Guardians, including a very good series for second baseman Jackson Holliday Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any gas-fireplace service, chimney cleaning or chimney inspection Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look back at a rough week for the Brewers, and the 2-4 record was just the start of it. The team added another pitcher at the deadline with some iffy stats, and the team's draft signings in 2024 didn't go the way they hoped. Is Aaron Civale's rotation spot in trouble now that he's struggled through five starts? Was Frankie Montas the right call to add to the roster? Should the Brewers have done more? Can this team, struggling on offense and on the mound for a prolonged period of time, hold onto its still-healthy lead in the National League Central, and if they do, do they have the hammers to get deep into a postseason? Three Up Three Down makes mention of a big-time prospect climbing the ladder and a hometown product coming back to burn the Brewers. Remembrew When looks back at a fruitful trade deadline, and Curt Blanche has a playoff Game 1 vision. Then, JR is joined by new Brewers reliever Nick Mears (49:25), discussing his unusual 2020  debut, pitching in Colorado and his superb Instagram handle. Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com. 

Guest: Commanders Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post with a preview of 2024 Commanders Training Camp, including an outlook for each position group on offense and defense in terms of the roster and/or depth chart Nationals: reaction to a new era of Nats drafting beginning with their three selections over the first 44 picks in the 2024 MLB draft...discussion of - and high praise for - the Nats' trade of reliever Hunter Harvey...and analysis of the Nats winning two of three games at the National League Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers Orioles: thoughts on the O's taking two standout ACC players with the team's first two picks in the 2024 MLB Draft...and a breakdown of the O's losing two of three games to the New York Yankees in a battle of the top two teams in the American League East Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent ya! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bernie chats about the potential for the Milwaukee Brewers as they continue to run away with the National League Central. Bernie rants about the unfair social media hate that manager Oliver Marmol has been receiving for decisions beyond his control. Bernie also gives his opinion on who temporary fifth starter should be for the Cardinals based on what the stats are showing.  

Hour 1: The Cubs continue to play down to the competition as the take another L to the Rays 3-2 yesterday. The Cubs are 33-36 on the season 4th in the National League Central. The bullpen is on life support and the team is starved for power hitting. What should the Cubs address first, Arms or Bats?

This week's Tapping The Keg podcast discusses the worst titles that Wisconsin Sports fans had to endure, the Green Bay Packers, and the Milwaukee Brewers. The podcast begins with discussing the Boston Celtics on the verge of winning an NBA Title and how this will be a painful one for Wisconsin Sports fans to endure. What are other ones like this that come to mind? We also talk about Trevor Lawrence getting paid and how that affects the new contract with Jordan Love which everyone thinks is on the horizon. Lastly, who is the biggest threat to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central?

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to Paul Skenes' latest dominant start for the Pirates on Tuesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals. What new tricks did Skenes show that we hadn't seen at the MLB level previously? Are his lengthening outings proving GM Ben Cherington right for managing his innings early in the season? And can Skenes and fellow rotation members Mitch Keller, Jared Jones and Bailey Falter lead this team to the postseason in a muddled National League Central division? Jason tackles those topics, then reacts to Day 1 of Steelers minicamp. Why were players including Pat Freiermuth reacting so positively to coach Mike Tomlin's extension? And how are young linemen including Troy Fautanu, Broderick Jones and Zach Frazier coming along?

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey reacts to Paul Skenes' latest dominant start for the Pirates on Tuesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals. What new tricks did Skenes show that we hadn't seen at the MLB level previously? Are his lengthening outings proving GM Ben Cherington right for managing his innings early in the season? And can Skenes and fellow rotation members Mitch Keller, Jared Jones and Bailey Falter lead this team to the postseason in a muddled National League Central division? Jason tackles those topics, then reacts to Day 1 of Steelers minicamp. Why were players including Pat Freiermuth reacting so positively to coach Mike Tomlin's extension? And how are young linemen including Troy Fautanu, Broderick Jones and Zach Frazier coming along? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"That gets to the frustration of Cubs fans," says The Athletic senior writer Patrick Mooney. "Of like look at this division and why is the approach so measured and logical all the time to its extreme? ... That drives Cubs fans crazy with good reason." "It's where Cubs and Cardinals fans agree," continues Post-Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold. As the Cubs and Cardinals face each other for the first time in 2024, a conversation about the direction the Cubs are going becomes a reflection of how similar the teams have become, right down to the approach when it comes to the National League Central. It was at that point in the conversation that the above comments are made in a brand new Best Podcast in Baseball, recorded outside of Busch Stadium on City Connect. Mooney, a longtime baseball writer covering the Cubs in Chicago and co-host of the new podcast Northside Territory (part of A. J. Pierzynski's growing Foul Territory universe), joins St. Louis Post-Dispatch baseball writer and BPIB host Goold for a conversation about the rivalry, right down to the designs on the field, designs in the front office, and the designs of their Nike-driven City Connect uniforms. Perhaps inspired by the Arizona Diamondbacks and their run for the National League pennant in 2023 with fewer than 86 wins, the Cubs have created that "measured, logical" model that does not go all-in at all cost because of an accommodating division, and that approach, as Mooney describes, has irritated Cubs fans. Sure sounds familiar. And so are the results. Neither the Cubs or Cardinals have overtaken the Brewers this season to lead the division despite Milwaukee allowing its manager to leave for Wrigley Field, its general manager to leave for Queens, and also trading away its ace not too long after trading away one of the best late-game relievers in baseball. Oh, and going most of this season with the winner of recent best-reliever awards, closer and St. Louis native Devin Williams. All of that and a smaller spending budget than either the Cubs and Cardinals, and the Brewers remain at the head of the class. And what a bunched-up class it is. The NL Central is the only division in baseball with all of the teams still within reach of both the division title and a league wild card berth. It's so close that it might not take many wins to claim the division crown and all of the teams could be within a 10-game bandwidth. In a division where even the slightest edge could be the separator, enter Friday night's rainout. The postponement of the series opener gave both teams a choice with their starting pitching. The Cardinals escaped another turn of the rotation without needed to name a fifth start. The Cubs, meanwhile, opted not to shift rising ace Shoto Imanaga's start a day, and instead will get the lefty additional rest. Imanaga, at 5-0, has the lowest ERA of any pitcher in his first nine major-league starts. The Cardinals will not see what has made him so successful and brought him to St. Louis with a streak of 12 consecutive scoreless innings. The Cardinals will not get to see how the split-finger fastball plays in the regular season after bruising his ERA during an exhibition game in Mesa, Arizona, a few months ago. What else the Cardinals won't see is a question that Mooney explores while detailing the signing of Imanaga, how the Cubs built the rotation, and what the Cardinals will face from the Cubs' rotation. Mooney also helps explore the difference between this Cubs rebuild, the Jed Hoyer Rebuild, and the Theo Epstein Rebuild that won the Cubs the 2016 World Series but did not create the perennial contender promised. It comes down to pitching. And there's a former Cardinals executive who is helping the Cubs stockpile pitchers to develop. Which only adds to the familiarity between the region's longest-running rivals. And that prompts the question, are the Cubs trying to be like the contemporary Dodgers or Atlanta or Philadelphia, or are they still chasing being like the Cardinals c. 2010s? And if both teams are chasing that standard, what does it mean that Milwaukee continues to finish ahead of them? The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold. This episode features a debut of a new, temporary co-host: a symphony of cicadas.

Listen to this segment from Sports Open Line where Matt Pauley is joined by Jared Wyllys, a Sports Writer for CHGO Sports. He discusses the state of the National League Central, the solid start to the season for the Cubs, and previews the upcoming Cardinals vs Cubs series.

In the second and final hour of tonight's show, Matt discusses the NCAA Power Conferences announcing today that they will allow player to be paid and what kind of effect that will have on college sports. He is then joined by Jared Wyllys, a Baseball Writer for CHGO Sports. He discusses the Cubs great start to the season, the state of the National League Central, and previews the Cardinals vs Cubs series coming up this weekend. Later, Matt discusses MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's comments from the MLB Owner's Meeting. He wraps up the hour being joined by Jen Seiss and Nate Gatter ahead of the St Louis City SC Soccer Report. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

Hour 1: The Chicago Cubs are the hottest team in Chicago sports, tied for first place in the National League Central. Is it too early to tell if they can make a playoff run? Chicago Bears rookie minicamp begins this weekend, what can we expect? The Bears at the Cubs game, and Cubs fans like Caleb Williams.

Our MLB Preview Series rolls along on the Jack Vita Show, as MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis joins the program to break down the National League Central division! Originally taped on Wednesday, March 20, before Opening Day, Jim and Jack put the NL Central under the microscope, leading off with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs impressed in 2023, compiling 83 wins and missing the playoffs by only a game. Over the winter, the club parted ways with manager and 2016 World Series hero David Ross, replacing him with Craig Counsell. Counsell signed the richest contract for a manager in baseball history. The Cubs also re-signed Cody Bellinger, added Japanese star pitcher Shota Imanaga, and traded for Los Angeles Dodgers top corner infield prospect Michael Busch. The Cubs have the second-best farm system entering the 2024 season, according to MLB Pipeline. The club hopes that its young players can continue to take steps forward and under a new manager, it will return to the postseason for the first time in a full, 162-game season since 2018. What is the outlook for the Cubs in 2024, and why is Jim so bullish on them? Despite finishing in last place a season ago, the St. Louis Cardinals enter 2024 as favorites to win the NL Central. The club boasts of the highest over/under win total in most sportsbooks. Will the Cardinals jump from worst to first in 2024 and return to the top of the division? The Milwaukee Brewers enter the season with the fourth-highest odds to win the division. Despite losing manager Craig Counsell and starting pitchers Corbin Burnes and Brandon Woodruff, Milwaukee could have its best lineup of position players that it has had in years. The Brewers have reached the postseason in five of their last six seasons, winning the division three times during that stretch. Are they being slept on? The Cincinnati Reds are the trendy pick in the NL Central. Will their young team exceed expectations? Through the first month of the 2023 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates had the best record in the National League. The club ended up winning 76 games. Can the Pirates win the division in 2024? Jim and Jack discuss how difficult the Central division is to forecast. There isn't a clear runaway favorite, but one could make a case for any of the five teams to finish atop the division. Jim also highlights the best prospects in the division, detailing which players fans should keep an eye that could potentially make a big impact at the Major League level in 2024. Jim and Jack provide detailed outlooks and over/under win total projections for each team! Chicago Cubs (0:00 - 14:25) St. Louis Cardinals (14:25 - 20:40) Milwaukee Brewers (20:40 - 29:30) Cincinnati Reds (29:30 - 39:20) Pittsburgh Pirates (39:20 - END) You can follow Jim on Twitter (@jimcallisMLB) and catch all of his prospect analysis at MLB Pipeline!

- Nothing beats Opening Day in St. Louis - Mixed signals coming from the Cardinals? - Where does the Cardinals rotation rank right now in Major League Baseball? - Beat the Streak & Home Run Derby! - Kerbs on what the Blues need to be successful in a pivotal matchup against Nashville - Is the goal to be competitive or win the World Series? - What's Trending - Should we be concerned about other teams in the National League Central? - The Gauntlet - Jamie from Nashville ahead of the Blues vs Predators & First Goal of the Game - Hot Take or Hot Garbage - Cardinals vs Marlins Update - Sports Six-Pack Part I - Sports Six-Pack Part II - Cardinals vs Marlins Update - Bet the Board & 3 Stars of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- Nothing beats Opening Day in St. Louis- Mixed signals coming from the Cardinals?- Where does the Cardinals rotation rank right now in Major League Baseball?- Beat the Streak & Home Run Derby!- Kerbs on what the Blues need to be successful in a pivotal matchup against Nashville- Is the goal to be competitive or win the World Series?- What's Trending- Should we be concerned about other teams in the National League Central?- The Gauntlet- Jamie from Nashville ahead of the Blues vs Predators & First Goal of the Game- Hot Take or Hot Garbage- Cardinals vs Marlins Update- Sports Six-Pack Part I- Sports Six-Pack Part II- Cardinals vs Marlins Update- Bet the Board & 3 Stars of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi were joined by Yahoo Sports National MLB Insider Russell Dorsey to discuss why the Cubs should be the front runner to win the National League Central division and the potential for the White Sox to have another 100-loss season.

On the Pitching In baseball podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner the preview the club's 2024 season ahead of opening day Thursday against the Miami Marlins. What grade does GM Ben Cherington deserve for this offseason, in which he acquired starters Marco Gonzales and Martin Perez but still has a rotation that lacks depth behind them and Mitch Keller? Why was the club comfortable breaking camp with No. 3 rated prospect Jared Jones on the roster but not No. 1 overall MLB draft pick Paul Skenes? And when will Skenes arrive in the big leagues?Our duo tackles those questions, the offense's potential to be productive with a healthy Oneil Cruz back in the lineup and predictions for win totals, placement in the National League Central division and wild-card races, etc.

On the Pitching In baseball podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner the preview the club's 2024 season ahead of opening day Thursday against the Miami Marlins. What grade does GM Ben Cherington deserve for this offseason, in which he acquired starters Marco Gonzales and Martin Perez but still has a rotation that lacks depth behind them and Mitch Keller? Why was the club comfortable breaking camp with No. 3 rated prospect Jared Jones on the roster but not No. 1 overall MLB draft pick Paul Skenes? And when will Skenes arrive in the big leagues? Our duo tackles those questions, the offense's potential to be productive with a healthy Oneil Cruz back in the lineup and predictions for win totals, placement in the National League Central division and wild-card races, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the back fields and press box at Sloan Park, the spring training home of the Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Post-Dispatch baseball Derrick Goold and Cincinnati Enquirer baseball writer Gordon Wittenmyer survey the National League Central and discuss ballpark factors, dead zones, and whether any of these teams is actually going to win the division, or will it be won by default? A long-time baseball writer who has been on both the Cubs and Reds beat, Wittenmyer is skeptical of the Cardinals' pitching additions and the Cubs bringing back the same team, while he sees a wide bandwidth for possibilities with the upstart Reds. The volatility of talented youth could mean anywhere from 75 wins to 95 wins. And just how many wins will it take to claim the National League Central? Could it be 84 or less? The two baseball writers discuss building a team based on the home ballpark -- something both the Reds and Cardinals are doing this season from opposite directions. They also touch on the state of the game going into the 2024 season and if the quality of play has been enhanced by new rules. If the game is finally letting its talent play at full pace, is it possible that a division loaded with parity and no real big-spending juggernaut becomes ... dramatic. Talk a plot twist. What if, while all of the attention is on the coasts and the titans, the worst division in the National League is actually the most entertaining division in the National League? Wouldn't be the first time for fly-over country. The Best Podcast in Baseball, brought to you by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.

Welcome, welcome, welcome! The Sons tackle the National League Central with their division series and do everything they can to say nice things about each team. They aren't successful, but you'll have to listen to find out why!  (2:09) Pirates preview with Brian. @BrianCornell16 on X (Twitter) (15:23) Reds preview with Dan. @dan_miller_7 on IG (27:20) Cardinals preview. (40:26) Cubs preview with Billy. @billymoline on IG (52:10) Brewers preview with Ryan. @BrewPackOnYT on X (Twitter) Thanks for listening and see you next time! 

In this episode, the guys breakdown the National League Central teams ahead of the 2024 season. The Brayan Bello extension and Lucas Giolito's Injury leaves the Red Sox in a weird position.

Nick, Jermaine, Nevada, and Eric are back for another edition from the room. On today's episode, the room gets into a head-to-head review, Pop Culture Pick 'Em: Top 5 Superheroes to Protect Your City, WTF Headlines galore, and a Blind 5. Then the room gets into the main topics of today's show, 2024 MLB FUTURES for the American and National League Central divisions. 

In today's Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss Baseball Prospectus' PECOTA projections for the 2024 Cubs. Do they buy the Cubs as an 80-win team, and are they really second-best behind the Cardinals in the National League Central? Should Shota Imanaga and Hector Neris give them more of a boost? They discuss those questions, and also evaluate whether it's time to throw a bag of money at Cody Bellinger ahead of spring training, with the center fielder still on the market. Finally, the guys pick their favorite Cubs promo items of the year, as Pat Hughes and Christopher Morel both are immortalized in some unique ways.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Pirates are still looking for their first pennant since 1979. And with a cast of talented young players who got off to a hot start in 2023, they look poised to contend in a winnable National League Central. Ethan Smith of Locked on Pirates stops by to give his thoughts. Follow Ethan on Twitter @mvp_EtHaN Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Meals Head to FactorMeals.com/lockedonmlb50 and use code lockedonmlb50 to get 50% off. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Pirates are still looking for their first pennant since 1979. And with a cast of talented young players who got off to a hot start in 2023, they look poised to contend in a winnable National League Central.Ethan Smith of Locked on Pirates stops by to give his thoughts.Follow Ethan on Twitter @mvp_EtHaNSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Factor MealsHead to FactorMeals.com/lockedonmlb50 and use code lockedonmlb50 to get 50% off.eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

12:07 - Commanders: analysis of the performance of quarterback Sam Howell in the 35-33 win at the Denver Broncos 27:10 - Commanders: analysis of a wild game for the Commanders' defense in the 35-33 win at the Denver Broncos 41:15 - Commanders: analysis of running backs Brian Robinson Jr. and Antonio Gibson, the Commanders' offensive line and Commanders' special teams in the 35-33 win at the Denver Broncos 52:27 - Orioles: react to the O's clinching a playoff spot for the first time since 2016 and to them managing a four-game split in their big series against the American League Wild Card-leading Tampa Bay Rays 01:03:06 - Nationals: thoughts on the Nats losing two of three games at the National League Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers 01:10:05 - College Football: breakdowns of Maryland's 42-14 win over Virginia, Virginia Tech's 35-16 loss at Rutgers and more Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya, and receive $25 off any service or receive a free vent kit on any in-stock gas insert! Whatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent ya! Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10! Download the Gametime app, create an account and use the promo code "Al Galdi" for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices