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Craig and Chris are joined by PHT OG John Gennaro to recap and revel in the Padres sweep of the Atlanta Braves in the National League WIld Card round.

On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, we recap last night's B-team back & forth at the vice presidential debate between GOP nominee J.D. Vance and Democrat nominee Tim Walz. Among political analysts this morning, the consensus is that Vance wiped the floor with Walz, with the Democrat even admitting at one moment that he is sometimes a "knucklehead". In other news of the day, Iran fires an ineffective barrage of ballistic missiles Israel's way, New York City Mayor Eric Adams continue to punch back in the aftermath of his federal indictment, and the Mets beat the Braves in game 1 of their National League Wild Card series. Alex Traiman, Curtis Sliwa, Peter King, Tom Homan, Jeanine Pirro, Scott LoBaido and Rabbi Yehuda Kaplan join Sid on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, it's officially October and both local baseball teams will continue to play meaningful baseball in this year's MLB playoffs after the Mets clinched a last minute National League Wild Card spot yesterday. The Yankees have a first round bye and will await either the Baltimore Orioles or Kansas City Royals for an ALDS that begins Saturday in The Bronx. In other news of the day, MLB's hit king in Pete Rose passes away at the age of 83, Israel begins a ground invasion into Lebanon while Iran plans to imminently strike the Jewish state with a barrage of missiles, and J.D. Vance and Tim Walz make their final preparations for tonight's vice presidential debate on CBS News. Frank Morano, Curtis Sliwa, John McLaughlin, John Catsimatidis, Bill O'Reilly and Joe Benigno join Sid on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports radio personality Joe Benigno joins the program to discuss his New York Jets underwhelming effort against the visiting Denver Broncos over the weekend, before he dives into the New York Mets' postseason outlook after clinching a National League Wild Card spot yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Mets and Atlanta Braves played a doubleheader on Monday to determine who would get the final two Wild Card spots in the National League, while the Arizona Diamondbacks had to sit and hope for a sweep. Unfortunately after an epic game one and bland game two, the reigning NL champs were left without a seat in the playoff dance.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the crazy back-and-forth first game of the doubleheader that saw the Mets make multiple comebacks, including a 9th inning go-ahead home run by Francisco Lindor. The Braves, needing a win in the later game to get into the playoffs, did just that thanks to some clutch hitting and solidified their spot in the National League postseason picture.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys preview the NL Wild Card matchups, which will see the Milwaukee Brewers taking on the Mets just days after facing them this past weekend. Meanwhile the Braves will head out to the west coast to take on the San Diego Padres, who find themselves in a much more desirable position after the news that Atlanta will be without Cy Young favorite Chris Sale.Jake and Jordan also talk about the San Francisco Giants promoting Buster Posey to President of Baseball Operations, Chaim Bloom's new position with the St. Louis Cardinals after 2025 and the passing of Pete Rose.(1:00) - Mets-Braves doubleheader recap(23:33) - New Presidents of Baseball Ops in SF and STL(27:41) - Pete Rose passes away(33:27) - Brewers-Mets NL Wild Card preview(50:01) - Padres-Braves NL Wild Card previewSubscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

#Phillies/#MLB Insider Luke Arcaini joins the #DailyTicket to talk about a crazy Game 1 of a #Braves-#Mets doubleheader that has crazy playoff implications in the National League Wild Card, #Phillies' bye week before the #NLDS, and more.

Dan touches on the American and National League Wild Card races, Mitchell Robinson not being ready for the start of the Knicks season, and it's time for a brand new edition of "Graca-US." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben & Woods start the 8am hour talking about some surprising news from the world of rock and roll involving Dave Grohl, and our message is to just be careful who your heroes are. Then at the bottom of the hour the guys are joined by our buddy Bret Boone and get his thoughts on the Padres and the tight National League Wild Card race with just a couple of weeks remaining in the regular season! Listen here!

The Cubs are making a run at a final National League Wild-Card spot and with a little over 6 weeks left in the 2024 season, we run down why there are legitimate reasons for optimism with the Cubs. On the other hand, are there reasons for pessimism?Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss recent trends with this team and what the series in Cleveland actually means.Plus, Doug Glanville analyzes Pete Crow-Armstrong's rookie seasons and evaluates the Cubs' playoff chances - including whether or not this season will end with a trip to October.

Lucy Burdge and Brandon Sprague breakdown the latest news surrounding a pair of big name Wide Receivers in CeeDee Lamb and Brandon Aiyuk and discuss the chances of either of them actually getting traded and how that would effect all of the NFL Futures Markets. Plus, a deep-dive into the ever changing National League Wild Card picture, with a handful of teams moving in opposite directions and who you should bet right now to represent the Senior Circuit in the Fall Classic. 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

The 2024 MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and now it's time to take a look at how each squad did before the clock struck 6pm ET on Wednesday.Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman give their grades for how each team did at the deadline, as well as try to make sense of some of the blockbuster trades like Eloy Jimenez to the Baltimore Orioles, the Los Angeles Dodgers landing Jack Flaherty and why the Chicago White Sox continue to fail even after trading away a few players.The guys also give their praise to Peter Bendix of the Miami Marlins and A.J. Preller of the San Diego Padres for their stellar deadline moves, why it doesn't feel like the New York Yankees are all the way in on a championship-or-bust season and whether the crazy National League Wild Card race will be a little clearer now which teams are pushing their chips all-in.(5:34) - A.L. East(22:30) - A.L. Central(35:40) - A.L. West(49:09) - N.L. East(1:00:30) - N.L. Central(1:09:04) - N.L. West(1:18:04) - Clearer picture in N.L. Wild Card? Follow the show on X at @CespedesBBQFollow Jake @Jake_MintzFollow Jordan @J_Shusterman_

Entering the weekend series versus the Mets on Thursday, the Braves were in a situation where winning the series could have caused some very necessary breathing room for them in the National League Wild Card standings. Thursday and Friday night's games went quite the opposite of expectation however. Chris Sale threw an absolute gem Thursday night, allowing only two hits (one was a two-run homerun) and 2 earned runs. The Braves lost that game. Friday night was much worse, as Charlie Morton only makes it through two and a third innings while giving up three homeruns, something that Morton seems to be doing a lot this season. Throw in a few defensive miscues, and the Braves lose arguably their worst loss of the season. At this point, the Braves have given away the lead that they had in the wild card standings, and the season is looking like the injuries that they have suffered may just be too much to bare. Turn the page to Saturday. Rookie Spencer Schwellenbach is tasked with taking on the Mets and trying to stop the bleeding. Schwellenbach did not disappoint. Scwellenbach went seven innings, while giving up zero earned runs and striking out ELEVEN Mets. This was the shot in the arm that the Braves may have needed, especially after the result of Sunday's game. Sunday was not a loss, in fact, the Braves offense came alive to the tune of four homeruns in a nine to two victory for the Braves. The unfortunate part of Sunday's game, is that All-Star starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez left the game after only pitching three innings with forearm tightness. We are still awaiting results from an MRI for Lopez, but it was widely assumed that he may not be able to effectively  make it through an entire season after not being a starter for five years. To compete in a five or seven game series, you can get by with a three-man rotation as long as they pitch well, with help from an an effective bullpen, which is something that the Braves have had all season. Chris Sale is having a Cy-Young caliber season. Max Fried, while currently on the IL, is also pitching great, and joined Lopez and Sale as 2024 All-Stars. But while having three pitchers to go in the playoffs is enough, it is a much better scenario to have four. While we have seen Charlie Morton pitch is some extremely clutch situations in the past, I'm just not sure that is who he is anymore, especially after not being available last year in the playoffs with a finger ailment. Enter Spencer Scwellenbach. Scwellenbach has pitched well for the Braves this season, and maybe has earned his spot in a three-man Braves playoff rotation, but would be in a much better situation as the fourth. This season is far from over, and with the trade deadline nearing, it has become very clear of what the Braves need to be hunting: starting pitching, and not just anyone, the Braves need to go get an elite starter. Spencer Scwellenbach could just be the glimmer of hope that the Braves need to go out there and make a move to propel them in to a long playoff run. Randy McMichael and Abe Gordon discuss the upcoming trade deadline and what the Braves need to do moving forward.

On the Friday, July 26 edition of Georgia Today: A federal grand jury indicts the man allegedly behind a string of cyber attacks including one at Warner Robins Air Force Base; a bike trail linking Athens and Savannah will break ground tomorrow; and the Braves hold the National League Wild Card spot right now — but can they hang on?

It was a weekend with a few sweeps, including the Los Angeles Dodgers taking three from the Red Sox and Jackson Chourio heating up to power the Brewers. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down all of the sweeps from the weekend and dig into the other series as well.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan discuss Bobby Witt Jr.'s incredible weekend, how former All-Star Ty France flamed out in Seattle and why Aaron Boone is the GOAT of getting ejected. Plus, the guys talk about the new Hall of Fame inductees and why they're excited about Nacho Alvarez being called up by the Braves.(1:52) Weekend series sweeps(13:15) James Wood's evolution(14:58) Jackson Chourio heating up for Brewers(18:12) Player of the weekend: Bobby Witt Jr. (22:07) National League Wild Card jamboree(28:55) First time for everything(35:24) Sorry for your mentions(42:50) Warm fuzzy feeling: HOF inductions(44:38) Yankees still struggling, Boone ejected again(49:51) Turbo modeFollow the show on X at @CespedesBBQFollow Jake @Jake_MintzFollow Jordan @J_Shusterman_

The Atlanta Braves have found recent success at the plate, leading to a four-game winning streak that was snapped Wednesday night in Arizona versus the Diamondbacks. Even in defeat, the Braves still scored five runs behind a two-run homerun by Marcell Ozuna that tied it in the eighth inning. But yesterday saw something that this Braves team does not see very often: a bad outing by the bullpen. In baseball, bad outings happen, and it s not really a cause for concern for the Braves immediate success, but what about the playoffs? It is assumed that the Braves will finish the season no worse than competing for the National League Wild Card, but they may need to add an arm or two to solidify a postseason run. If the season ended now, the playoff rotation would likely consist of Chris Sale, Max Fried, and Reynaldo Lopez, which does not sound like a bad situation with two of those players being named to the All-Star Team this season. But do we really know who Reynaldo Lopez is? Sure, he is having an All-Star caliber first half, but so was Bryce Elder last year, and we all know how that has turned out. He could remain consistent and great, but what if he wears down? It has been years since Lopez has shouldered a load this large. Would that then mean that Charlie Morton would be that third starter? Last year, a blister popped up at playoff time, and you have to cross your fingers every time that Charlie goes out that the curveball is curving. With the trade deadline quickly approaching, Andy Bunker and Randy McMichael discuss the Braves' recent successes, as well as opportunities to make the team better. 

The Arizona Diamondbacks are looking for redemption against the Brewers for the 2011 postseason loss. Millard Thomas breaks down what you need to know before checking in on which preseason predictions he hit on and which were a whiff. Then Sully Baseball stops by to preview the National League Wild Card round. TWITTER: @LO_Diamondbacks @creatorthomas24 INSTAGRAM: millard.thomas123 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Arizona Diamondbacks are looking for redemption against the Brewers for the 2011 postseason loss. Millard Thomas breaks down what you need to know before checking in on which preseason predictions he hit on and which were a whiff. Then Sully Baseball stops by to preview the National League Wild Card round.TWITTER:@LO_Diamondbacks@creatorthomas24INSTAGRAM:millard.thomas123Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Stephen, Kyle and Kelly host live from Citizens Bank Park as they get you ready for Game One tomorrow night at 8:08pm. Manager Skip Schumaker and Jesus Luzardo join the program to get us set. 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

Phillies Insider Luke Arcaini and Sean Brace break down the #Phillies hosting the Miami #Marlins for the first time ever in the playoffs beginning Tuesday night in a National League Wild Card best-of-three series.

Daniel Rodriguez reacts to Saturday's win, which clinched a National League Wild Card spot for the Miami Marlins. Listen to the Small Pod to get caught up on everything in 10 minutes or less. Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Complete Miami Marlins coverage at fishonfirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Rodriguez reacts to Saturday's win, which clinched a National League Wild Card spot for the Miami Marlins. Listen to the Small Pod to get caught up on everything in 10 minutes or less. Follow Daniel (@Drodyyy) and Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) on Twitter. Complete Miami Marlins coverage at fishonfirst.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Seattle Mariners going to play themselves out of the postseason? Also, who are you rooting for in the National League Wild Card race?

Rob talks Taylor Swift attending Travis Kelce's game, the historic 70-20 win by the Dolphins, Oregon's crushing 42-6 win over Coach Prime & Colorado, the close National League Wild Card race as the season comes to a close, the Damian Lillard talks picking up steam as a mystery team comes out, and finishes by talking about some upcoming Week 4 matchups in the NFL including Thursday Night's divisional battle between the Lions & the Packers! Time Stamps: NFL Week 3- 1:47-24:12 Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce- 10:25-13:39 Belichick Comments on Swift/Kelce- 24:13-25:09 CFB- 25:15-30:35 MLB- 30:40-35:10 Dame Lillard Trade Talks- 35:15-39:00 NFL Week 4 Preview- 39:05-44:17 The Flame: Entertainment & Sports is Hosted by Rob Cao Socials: instagram.com/robcao instagram.com/theflame_es S/O's- instagram.com/popculturedata instagram.com/bachelordata https://www.instagram.com/p/CxnTttKOuhd/ x.com/gregsylvander

The National League Wild Card Race tightens in the final week of the regular season. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier try to make sense of a chaotic playoff chase, identify which Diamondbacks prospects to pay close attention to in the Arizona Fall League, and preview a must-have series against the reeling Chicago White Sox.

San Diego Padres got a boost in the National League Wild Card standings with a three-game sweep over the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. Did Blake Snell lock up the NL Cy Young Award? Who got ejected for the first time? Who returned to the Rox in a big way? Patrick Lyons hosts the DNVR Rockies Podcast and welcomes Kevin Henry from FanSided to discuss another near no-hitter, a walk-off and the clubhouse situation with the Friars. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1 ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE:    / dnvr_sports   BUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphbooks.com/golden-e... WIN MONEY THROUGH SPLASH SPORTS: https://splashsports.com/dnvr Visit https://www.breckenridgedistillery.co... for your chance to win Breckenridge Distillery prizes AND Broncos tickets!! Head to https://factormeals.com/dnvrrox50 and use code dnvrrox50 to get 50% off. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://drinkAG1.com/ROCKIES and enter promo code “Rockies” Use Code: DNVR for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses at https://ShadyRays.com Check out https://pinsandaces.com and use code DNVR to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Check out FOCO merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/DNVR and use promo code “DNVR” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code DNVR for 10% off your order today. 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. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit w w w do t 1 800 gambler dot net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit c c p g dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Licensee partner Golden Nugget Lake Charles (LA). 21 + age varies by jurisdiction. Void in ONT. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms for eligibility, terms and responsible gaming resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael McDermott discusses the Diamondbacks series sweep of the Chicago Cubs and how that has drastically boosted their chances of winning a National League Wild Card spot, the upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants, Drey Jameson's decision to get Tommy John surgery, and the Mike Hazen to Boston rumors that recently surfaced.

Kris Bryant homered for the second time in as many days against his former club, helping the Colorado Rockies win the three-game series over the Chicago Cubs. Rox received four home runs, a season-high, from their offense, including Nolan Jones' 16th, putting him in a tie for fifth-most by a Rockies' rookie. How did Pete Crow-Armstrong end up performing? Was the Rockies lineup the strangest of the season? Is Tyler Kinley now the closer for Colorado? The DNVR Rockies Podcast welcomes Cody Delmendo from CHGO Cubs to learn about his first trip to Coors Field, the Cubs fan experience in Denver and whether or not his club has what it takes to earn a berth as a National League Wild Card qualifier. Kris Bryant makes his return against the Chicago Cubs – ‘It's going to be a work in progress' by Patrick Lyons The Colorado Cannons shine on both sides of the ball during series win over Chicago Cubs by Patrick Lyons An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1 ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports BUY GOLDEN ERA: https://www.triumphbooks.com/golden-e... WIN MONEY THROUGH SPLASH SPORTS: https://splashsports.com/dnvr Visit https://www.breckenridgedistillery.co... for your chance to win Breckenridge Distillery prizes AND Broncos tickets!! Head to https://factormeals.com/dnvrrox50 and use code dnvrrox50 to get 50% off. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DNVR for $20 off your first purchase. AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://drinkAG1.com/ROCKIES and enter promo code “Rockies” Use Code: DNVR for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses at https://ShadyRays.com Check out https://pinsandaces.com and use code DNVR to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Check out FOCO merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/DNVR and use promo code “DNVR” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code DNVR for 10% off your order today. 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. DraftKings: Must be 21 or older, Colorado only. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms. Gambling problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In hour No. 3, Wolf and Luke discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks being up 1.5 games in the National League Wild Card standings and ask if the narrative around Kyler Murray is changing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour No. 3, Wolf and Luke discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks being up 1.5 games in the National League Wild Card standings and ask if the narrative around Kyler Murray is changing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg recaps Friday's MLB results, talks to Danny Vietti of CBS Sports about the landscape of the American League West, the National League Wild Card picture, & a team out of the playoff race worth watching & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Saturday MLB Game! Spreadsheet link: https://www.vsin.com/betting-resources/greg-petersons-daily-handicapped-mlb-lines/ Podcast Highlights 3:12-Recap of Friday's results 23:54-Interview with Danny Vietti 44:52-DK Network Pick Diamondbacks vs Cubs 49:42-Picks & analysis for Dodgers vs Nationals  54:11-Picks & analysis for Marlins vs Phillies 58:10-Picks & analysis for Cardinals vs Reds 1:02:14-Picks & analysis for Pirates vs Braves 1:06:14-Picks & analysis for Rockies vs Giants 1:09:48-Picks & analysis for Royals vs Blue Jays  1:14:01-Picks & analysis for Mariners vs Rays  1:18:14-Picks & analysis for Orioles vs Red Sox 1:22:41-Picks & analysis for White Sox vs Tigers 1:26:16-Picks & analysis for Athletics vs Rangers  1:30:15-Picks & analysis for Guardians vs Angels 1:33:53-Picks & analysis for Brewers vs Yankees 1:37:32-Picks & analysis for Mets vs Twins 1:41:37-Picks & analysis for Padres vs AstrosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Record Date: 9/3/2023 Rundown: Another terrible weekend for the Chicago White Sox A listener letter that shares a lot of the same sentiments other White Sox fans feel Why Pedro Grifol is the worst White Sox manager in recent memory MLB Postseason outlook as the National League Wild Card race gets crazy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In hour No. 3, Wolf and Luke discuss what terrifies them in the National League Wild Card race and talk to former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour No. 3, Wolf and Luke discuss what terrifies them in the National League Wild Card race and talk to former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National League Wild Card has half the league still in contention, The Wild AL West Race, the American League Wild Card could have multiple teams from the east or the west, and second-half shockers in this week's DWSBSupport the show

Greg recaps Wednesday's MLB results, talks to Jovan Alford of FTN Bets about the AL West & National League Wild Card races, & Thursday's games & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Thursday MLB Game! Spreadsheet link: https://www.vsin.com/betting-resources/greg-petersons-daily-handicapped-mlb-lines/ Podcast Highlights 3:02-Recap of Wednesday's results 26:25-Interview with Jovan Alford 42:11-Start of Picks with Cubs vs Pirates  47:01-Picks & analysis for Reds vs Diamondbacks 51:54-Picks & analysis for Red Sox vs Astros 56:32-Picks & analysis for Blue Jays vs Orioles 1:01:41-DK Network Pick Rangers vs Twins 1:06:46-Picks & analysis for Athletics vs White Sox 1:10:41-Picks & analysis for Nationals vs Yankees 1:14:42-Picks & analysis for Rockies vs Rays 1:18:50-Picks & analysis for Dodgers vs GuardiansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Hagerty has been the play-by-play voice for the El Paso Chihuahuas, the San Diego Padres' Triple-A affiliate team, since their inaugural season in 2014. He has been calling Triple-A games for the Padres since 2008. Tim visits the Jack Vita Show to discuss the Padres' struggles in 2023, the National League Wild Card race, the Hall of Fame candidacy of recently retired Cole Hamels (who signed a minor league contract with the Padres in February), his new book, what makes minor league baseball special, and the greatest minor league baseball stories, many of which very few people know about.   First things first, Jack welcomes Tim to the show to dissect the National League Wild Card race and discuss the chances of the Padres turning it around and sneaking into the playoffs in the final weeks of the season. At the time of recording, the Padres are 60-66, 5.5 games back of the third National League Wild Card, currently owned by the San Francisco Giants. The Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, Arizona Diamondbacks, San Francisco Giants, Cincinnati Reds, Miami Marlins and Padres are all in the hunt for the three NL Wild Cards.   Cole Hamels inked a minor league contract with the Padres in February. He had hoped to pitch at Triple-A El Paso, before returning to the big leagues this summer. Hamels was unable to complete his comeback attempt. Dealing with pain and undisclosed injuries, Hamels remained in Peoria, Arizona at the Padres' spring training complex, until he announced his retirement earlier this month. Hamels is a World Series MVP, a World Series champion and a four-time All-Star. Is he a Hall of Famer? Tim and Jack examine his Hall of Fame case and compare it to that of other pitchers from his era.   Later on, Tim shares some of the greatest stories from minor league baseball. How about the time that a player once got traded for a plate of beans? Or the time that a wild bull ran out onto the field? Wouldn't you like to hear about the 200-mile home run? Tim recently released a book, Tales from the Dugout: 1,001 Humorous, Inspirational and Wild Anecdotes from Minor League Baseball. Tim gives us a little taste of the crazy stories you can read about in his book, in a fun episode of the Jack Vita Show! You can purchase it on Amazon here.   Padres' playoff chances, NL Wild Card race (0:00 - 21:00) Cole Hamels' retirement and Hall of Fame case (21:00 - 41:30) Tim's broadcasting career, best minor league baseball stories (41:30 - END)   Purchase Tim's book, Tales from the Dugout: 1,001 Humorous, Inspirational and Wild Anecdotes from Minor League Baseball, on Amazon! You can find it here. You can also follow him on Twitter (@tdhagerty)!

After taking three out of four against the San Diego Padres, the Arizona Diamondbacks are firmly back in the mix for a National League Wild Card spot. We discuss Tommy Pham's altercation with a fan at Petco Park, Brandon Pfaadt's outstanding outing, your Mailbag Monday questions, and more! An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports  PHNX Events: Get your tickets to D-backs Takeovers, Knockout Nights & Suns Watch Parties at BetMGM, and MORE here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/phnx-56002330273  Head to https://factormeals.com/phnxdbacks50 and use code phnxdbacks50 to get 50% off. Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code PHNX for 10% off your order today. Free shipping for orders over $200! Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Pins & Aces: Check out https://pinsandaces.com and use code PHNX to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Circle K: Text PHNX to 31310 to join the Circle K SMS subscriber club and get BOGO 32 oz Polar Pops! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! OGeez!: Learn more about OGeez! at https://ogeezbrands.com//. Must be 21 years or older to purchase. Four Peaks: Follow them on social @fourpeaksbrew & @fourpeakspub! Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly.  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 707 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis of The Good Phight and Yahoo! Sports' Liz Roscher preview this weekend's series against the Nationals and Michael Lorenzen's attempt to pitch MLB's second back-to-back no-hitters, the state of the NL Wild Card race, and a special Sunday Night coming up in Williamsport.

The trade deadline has passed, and the Phillies made their moves. Are Michael Lorenzen and Rodolfo Castro enough to keep this team in playoff position? Will the choice not to add a righty corner bat come back to bite them? Did the rest of the National League Wild Card contenders do enough to make the Phils sweat? Paul and Matt dive in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/phillies-therapy/support

13:16 - Guest: Commanders insider Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post on her report on a snag with the finalizing of the sale of the team from the Snyders to the Josh Harris group, why Dan Snyder in the snag has the leverage over the NFL, where things stand in the Mary Jo White investigation, the possibility of Harris as Commanders owner investing heavily in analytics, quarterback Sam Howell, quarterbacks coach Tavita Pritchard and more 37:20 - Nationals: analysis of the Nats losing two of three games at the St. Louis Cardinals, including two key injury situations in those of reliever Hunter Harvey and third baseman Jeimer Candelario, shortstop CJ Abrams thriving as the Nats' new No. 1 batter and a rough outing for starting pitcher Josiah Gray...and thoughts on the Nats having two of the top five prospects in baseball per Baseball America 56:24 - Orioles: breakdown of a three-game sweep of the National League Wild Card-leading Miami Marlins, including terrific outings by starting pitchers Kyle Bradish and Dean Kremer...and react to the O's calling starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez back up the Majors and on having eight of the top 80 prospects in baseball per Baseball America Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Visit TurfCenterLawns.com and tell Turf Center Lawns that Al Galdi sent ya! Visit CateringByUptown.com and tell Catering By it Uptown that Al Galdi sent ya! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the closing hour of VSiN Tonight, host Wes Reynolds and guest host Danny Burke preview UFC 290. The guys also dive into a preview of the NFC South and the National League Wild Card race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour of VSiN Primetime, host Shaun King & guest host Jared Smith break down the odds on who will lead the AFC West in passing yards. The guys also dive into the MLB, discussing who could win the National League Wild Card race & Home Run DerbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reds and Diamondbacks lead their respective divisions with the Marlins leading the way in the National League Wild Card race. With Aaron Rodgers now gone from the NFC North the division is up for grabs as the Lions are the odds on favorites to win the division this upcoming season. Join Bryan Power, Adam Trigger, CT Bets and Mark Zinno as they discuss tonight's MLB betting slate along with a NFC North preview in the NFL sitting two months out from the regular season.#mlbpredictionstoday | #mlbpickstoday | #nflpicks Introduction 00:00NFC North Betting Preview 04:18CT Bets BGB - Iowa Hawkeyes Season Wins 20:30Trigger BGB - Mets vs Diamondbacks 26:35Bryan Power BGB - Orioles vs Yankees 30:28Zinno BGB - Reds vs Nationals 33:02Bryan Power Best Bet - Giants vs Mariners 34:00Trigger Best Bet - KBO NC Dinos vs Kiwoom Heroes 36:55Zinno Best Bet - Marlins vs Cardinals 40:27

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A season that contained such wonder (Albert Pujols' 700th home run) and such unexpected storylines (Albert Pujols' 700th home run) finished where so many seasons have recently for the Cardinals -- flat. Swept out of the postseason by the lower-seeded Philadelphia Phillies, at home, the Cardinals have an early start on the postseason. But will it be any different? Must it be? The retirement of Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols leave the Cardinals with significant holes to fill -- on the field, in the clubhouse, and as part of the offense. St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports columnist Ben Frederickson joins a brand new Best Podcast in Baseball to discuss with baseball writer and host Derrick Goold what went awry in the National League Wild Card series, what separates the 100-win behemoths in the National League from the Cardinals, and what to do next, other than just wait and "hope-cast." 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10:20 - Commanders: analysis of how and why the Commanders allowed a staggering nine sacks and 17 quarterback hits in the 24-8 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, including some scheduled fun with testy comments from Ron Rivera at his day-after-the-game press conference 26:08 - Commanders: thoughts on the notion of the Commanders having an offensive identity off comments from Ron Rivera at his day-after-the-game press conference following the 24-8 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles...and thoughts on the what went on for the Commanders in the game at running back, at tight end and on defense 44:19 - Nationals: react to an 8-0 loss to the National League Wild Card-leading Atlanta Braves, including the loss being the Nats' 100th loss of the 2022 regular season 59:17 - Orioles: breakdown of an Orioles' offensive eruption and more from a wild 14-8 rain-delayed win at the Boston Red Sox Visit https://NordVPN.com/AlGaldi to receive a big discount on a two-year plan and one free month! Visit https://HelloFresh.com/Galdi65 and use the promo code Galdi65 for 65 percent and free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13:23 - Commanders: a look at who might start at center for the Commanders in their Week 3 game against the Philadelphia Eagles...and in-depth discussion of Carson Wentz's time with the Eagles, how he and the Commanders' offense match-up with the Eagles, how Wentz is playing and more off comments from Wentz and Ron Rivera at post-practice press conferences 31:25 - Commanders: breakdown of how injured Commanders defensive players are doing off the first injury report for the team's Week 3 game against the Philadelphia Eagles...analysis of the Commanders' defense vs. the Eagles' offense, including comments from Ron Rivera at a post-practice press conference on the Eagles, Commanders defensive players who played well in the loss at the Detroit Lions in Week 2 and a frustration with younger Commanders defensive players 45:39 - Nationals: thoughts on a 3-2 win at the National League Wild Card-leading Atlanta Braves that featured more offensive success for Joey Meneses 55:15 - Orioles: react to an 8-1 win over the Detroit Tigers that featured Jordan Lyles' first complete game since Sept. 2012 01:00:55 - Virginia Tech Football: a GaldiLocks preview and pick for Virginia Tech vs. West Virginia Visit DrinkTrade.com/AlGaldi for $30 off great coffee Visit HelloFresh.com/Galdi16 and use the promo code Galdi16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12:12 - Commanders: react to the Commanders placing Chase Roullier on the Reserve/Injured List and signing Nick Martin and to Kamren Curl reportedly being cleared to return 16:53 - Guest: Commanders insider JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington on the play of Carson Wentz, how he's doing behind the scenes, how the 2022 Commanders' passing offense compares with the 2016 Redskins' passing offense, whether the Commanders' defensive problems are more about players or coaches, whether Jack Del Rio's job as defensive coordinator is in jeopardy and more 46:12 - Nationals: analysis of a 3-2 loss at the National League Wild Card-leading Atlanta Braves, including whether Patrick Corbin could be done for the season 53:09 - Orioles: thoughts on a 3-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers, including Gunnar Henderson continuing to do well while the Orioles' offense as a whole is struggling Visit DrinkTrade.com/AlGaldi for $30 off great coffee Visit HelloFresh.com/Galdi16 and use the promo code Galdi16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13:27 - Commanders: react to Chase Roullier being set to be out for a while due to a leg injury...and analysis of the Commanders' offensive line, running game and special teams in the 36-27 loss at the Detroit Lions off comments from Ron Rivera at his day-after-the-game Zoom press conference 26:54 - Commanders: in-depth discussion of the Commanders' defense off the 36-27 loss at the Detroit Lions and off comments from Ron Rivera at his day-after-the-game Zoom press conference, including whether Jack Del Rio should be fired and Rivera indicating that the defensive problems are more about the execution of the scheme than the scheme itself 51:09 - Nationals: breakdown of a 5-2 loss at the National League Wild Card-leading Atlanta Braves, including another impressive game for Joey Meneses 58:10 - Orioles: thoughts on an 11-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers Visit DrinkTrade.com/AlGaldi for $30 off great coffee Visit HelloFresh.com/Galdi16 and use the promo code Galdi16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices