Podcast appearances and mentions of Nelson Cruz

Ben, Woods, and Paul are out in Peoria for their final day at Padres Spring Training! Listen here as they set the scene from the Peoria Sports Complex and are joined by Joe Musgrove and Nelson Cruz!

We heard from Bob Melvin and got some answers on players like Cole Hamels, Nelson Cruz, and Matt Carpenter. Plus we learned where Fernando Tatis Jr will spend most of his time in ST.

Dr. Julie Wiernik, host of “Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J”” is a sports clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience in the business and a background in sports as an athleteImpact of coaches & the role of sports psychologists in helping athletes with mental healthSpecialization in working with collegiate athletes, specifically pitchers and hittersImportance of having routines & the ability to handle distractions in order to pitch wellProblem of fans bullying athletes and the importance of having tools to handle distractionsThe details are everything in sports and there is always room for improvement, Recommendation for athletes to do some reading to learn more about their favorite pitches and develop a deeper understanding of the game“Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J” provides the opportunity to reach the whole world and offer advice, especially to those who cannot afford it.Many athletes are afraid to say they work with a sports psychologist, and coaches should start utilizing mental performance experts more.The mental game is critical for athletes, especially for pitchers & hittersEmulate the best athletes and model from their success.The key is to maintain confidence, stay the course, and make adjustments when necessaryJose Altuve, kept his confidence even when he was 1 for 15, knowing that's just the reality of baseball.Yandy Diaz, a Tampa Bay player who focuses on getting on base and adapting to each pitch.Bad coaching and how overly emotional, abusive coaches can negatively affect players and contribute to high dropout rates in Little League baseball.Dr. J emphasizes the importance of positive, relaxed, and trusting coaches who believe in their players and understand that mistakes are inevitable.Self-awareness is important to understand and express emotions properly to avoid burnout, depression, anxiety, and injuries.Communication between coach and player is crucial, especially when dealing with players from other countries.Bringing in a mentor for a player can help develop trust, empathy, and kindness, leading to better performance. Nelson Cruz & Wander FrancoThe Washington Nationals' success in winning the World Series was attributed to enjoying the game and focusing on winning one game, one pitch, and one at-bat at a time.Dr Julie Wiernik's podcast can be found at “Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J” For more information about: Dr. J and the Texas Center for Sports Psychology Dr. J can also be found on Twitter at@JulieWiernik  texascenterforsportpsychology.comYou can find BaseballBiz here and also on iheartradio, Stitcher, Spotify, Apple & Google podcasts and  https://www.baseballbizondeck.com/blog/ You can reach Mark @TheBaseballBiz on Twitter & Brandon @SportsBlitzPod Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music "Rocking Forward" Thanks to ChatGPT for providing recommendations on the show notes. 

Offseason review time! On today's episode, Javier gives his thoughts on all the major signings the Padres made since the end of last season! He spends a good time talking about The Big One, Xander Bogaerts, and then discusses the potential upside of Nelson Cruz and Matt Carpenter, whether or not Seth Lugo/Nick Martinez/Michael Wacha can fill out the back of the rotation, if Robert Suarez is actually a bargain, and more! Go Padres. Check out the Tatis bobblehead! Check out the Youtube Channel for the show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2023 World Baseball Classic rosters were announced last week, and six players from the Baltimore Orioles organization will be competing. Host Connor Newcomb breaks down what the roles will be for Cedric Mullins, Anthony Santander, Dean Kremer, Darwinzon Hernandez, Ryan Long, and Daniel Federman at this year's WBC. Then, Connor discusses how those players' absences from spring training could have a positive impact for guys like Colton Cowser, Daz Cameron, Mike Baumann, and Drew Rom moving forward. Finally, Connor 'remembers some guys' by running through the list of the 23 former Orioles who will be playing in the WBC, including Manny Machado, Nelson Cruz, Pedro Strop, Hyun-soo Kim, Jonathan Schoop, Adam Loewen, and many others. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour by wrapping up the audio of AJ Preller joining Buster Olney's podcast "Baseball Tonight" and talking about Fernando Tatis Jr and Nelson Cruz. Then we get to Don't Do This before we're joined by Craig Elsten at the bottom of the hour to tell us about his San Diego Sockers, give us his top streaming recommendation of the week, and MUCH more! Listen here!

Eno and DVR discuss several noteworthy news items including a few recent trades, signings, and proclamations about opportunities for a pair of interesting 2023 rookies.  Rundown 2:53 Adalberto Mondesi: Buying Into Opportunity in Boston? 10:40 Adam Duvall's Chances of a 2021 Repeat 13:57 Grayson Rodriguez Expected to Opening in O's Rotation 26:54 Miguel Vargas: On Track for Second-Base Job? 35:15 Breaking Down the Twins-Marlins Swap 43:11 Luis Arraez: What You See, Is What You Get? 53:28 More Stability for Alex Kirilloff & Trevor Larnach 59:56 Lightning Round Signings! (Josh Harrison, Jesús Aguilar, Ian Kennedy, Nelson Cruz, Aroldis Chapman, Ian Kennedy & Zack Greinke) Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Subscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear from Nelson Cruz during his introductory press conference and talked about some of the biggest stories in sports!

Ben & Woods start the 8am hour with some shoutouts after Woodsy shares a story about forgetting his wallet at the grocery store. Then we hear from Nelson Cruz who met with the media yesterday via Zoom. And at the bottom of the hour, we catch up with our pal Jeff Fletcher who covers the Angels for The SoCal News Group, and talks about the future of the Angels under team owner Arte Moreno. Listen here!

Jim can't lose as his Niners take on his Eagles on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game. Nelson Cruz is officially a Padre. Is That Good From This Past Weekend.

The Cubs have signed Eric Hosmer AND Trey Mancini, Pirates are bringing back former MVP Andrew McCutchen, Nelson Cruz is a Padre, and the Dodgers acquired SS Miguel Rojas from the Marlins! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 3:30 Cubs Sign Mancini & Hosmer 12:27 Andrew McCutchen Returns to the Pirates! 14:57 Nelson Cruz Signs with San Diego 21:55 Dodgers Trade for Miguel Rojas Get 20% off your first order at https://ro.co/JOMBOY Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY) If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800- NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MI/MD/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Sponsored by DK. Ends 2/12/22 11:59 PM ET.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a “Dear Abby” baseball column, Andrew McCutchen's return to Pittsburgh, Nelson Cruz signing with San Diego, the Dodgers reacquiring Miguel Rojas, catcher deking and the ball-strike challenge system, and inaccurate outfield-fence distances, follow up on Toronto chicken tenders (and how a new Canadian law could affect the Blue […]

Chris and Skraby talked about their respective days off yesterday. The guys unpacked the Nelson Cruz signing. Spectrum Sportsnet LA's Mike Bresnahan joined the show to talk Lakers!

A NEW Dave and Jeff Show is up! For the second time in the last few years the Padres sign a player to babysit one of their stars. What can 43-year old Nelson Cruz offer the 2023 Padres? We talk about it here.

What's left for the Padres after signing Nelson Cruz???

Craig Elsten and Chris Reed get together on the Padres Hot Tub Patreon Discord stage to talk about the club's signing of Nelson Cruz, the possible true purpose of bringing "Boomstick" to San Diego, Carlos Correa settling in Minnesota, and much more! PHT Patreon members get the chance to listen to Group Therapy and Post Game Shows live, and to participate in the show! Go to patreon.com/padreshottub to become a Patron for just $5 a month.

Tony and Sam break down how Nelson Cruz could help the Padres and Fernando Tatis Jr, scoff as MLB.com World Series predictions for the next 10 years and we run back our Interview of the Day.

Padres sign Nelson Cruz to a 1-year deal, what are they expecting from the 42-year-old. Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence have eerily similar stats in 2022. Derek Carr pens farewell to Raider fans. Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jims Round Of Golf With The Morning Show Out At Torrey Pines. The Padres Sign Neslon Cruz. We'll Tell You Why Signing Cruz is just as much about Manny Machado as it is about Nelson Cruz. Sean Farnham ESPN CBB analyst Joins The Guys To Talk Aztecs Hoops And More. Tatis Jr Is Going To Fan Fest.

Another move! On today's episode, Javier reacts to the news that the Padres have signed DH Nelson Cruz to a one-year deal! He breaks down whether or not the ageless wonder has officially reached his washed era, a potential platoon split with Matt Carpenter, whether or not this means the Padres may be preparing to make a trade (Ha-Seong Kim on the move?), and a few thoughts on the general state of the Padres roster. Go Padres. Check out the Tatis bobblehead! Check out the Youtube Channel for the show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Woods, and Paul are here on a Thursday! We start things off with a little foreplay as we talk about our time at Torrey Pines yesterday, which included an appearance by "Storm Out Steve"... Then we get a Daily Ditty from Woodsy before we give our thoughts on the reports of the Padres signing 42 year old veteran slugger Nelson Cruz to a one year, $1 million contract. Listen here!

Padres sign Nelson Cruz to a 1-year deal, what are they expecting from the 42-year-old. Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence have eerily similar stats in 2022. Derek Carr pens farewell to Raider fans. Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben and Woods kick off the 9am hour with The Reindl Report and Paul's top headlines of the morning, including a goodbye from Derek Carr. Then the guys give some more thoughts on the Padres reportedly signing Nelson Cruz to a 1 year contract for $1 million before we bring back our conversation with our buddy Eric Adelson from earlier in the show before we say goodbye to Woods and Paul who are off to Arizona for Padres Fantasy Camp! Listen here!

Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss the Dodgers trading for Miguel Rojas, if Trevor Bauer will pitch again and how they've never seen anything like the Carlos Correa saga. Then, Hembo on Steve Cohen and the Mets deciding they weren't paying for damaged goods, plus notes on Dusty Baker. Later, Dylan Cease stops by to talk about Liam Hendriks' cancer diagnosis, Buster picking him to win the Cy Young in 2022, his drive to constantly improve, his dominant slider, how he figured out that pitch, when he knew the slider was a special pitch for him and pitchers he learned from growing up. Finally, Sarah Langs gets into Mandy Bell's final fundraising haul for ALS research, Nelson Cruz signing with the Padres, Adley Rutschman and the Blue Jays balancing their lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss the Dodgers trading for Miguel Rojas, if Trevor Bauer will pitch again and how they've never seen anything like the Carlos Correa saga. Then, Hembo on Steve Cohen and the Mets deciding they weren't paying for damaged goods, plus notes on Dusty Baker. Later, Dylan Cease stops by to talk about Liam Hendriks' cancer diagnosis, Buster picking him to win the Cy Young in 2022, his drive to constantly improve, his dominant slider, how he figured out that pitch, when he knew the slider was a special pitch for him and pitchers he learned from growing up. Finally, Sarah Langs gets into Mandy Bell's final fundraising haul for ALS research, Nelson Cruz signing with the Padres, Adley Rutschman and the Blue Jays balancing their lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1- Darren remembers meeting former USC RB Charles White at Heisman ceremony, the value of Nelson Cruz if he makes the team, should hoodies be worn under dress jackets?

Tony is joined by Sam Levitt and discuss Nelson Cruz getting signed by the Padres just prior to going on air, react to Carlos Correa officially signing with the Minnesota Twins and talk to Los Angeles Dodgers reporter David Vassegh about the Dodgers off season and reveals some interesting insight from the 2022 NLDS.

Trey Manchini or Nelson Cruz could be a fit at DH for the Mariners. Manchini could give France a break at 1st bace, and Cruz could be the clubhouse leader that was lost with the departure of Carlos Santana. 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

Mariners have the pitching prospects the Pirates want for Brian Reynolds, but could they turn their attention to Tyler O'Neal or Anthony Santander? Could Trey Manchini or Nelson Cruz could be the best fit at DH for the Mariners? Is Jerry Dipoto making enemies around MLB? How the long play for Ontani could backfire for the Mariners front office.   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

How are the Chicago White Sox a product of their AL Central environment? If the Cleveland Guardians or Minnesota Twins were spending big money would the White Sox follow suit and try to compete? If the AL Central behaved more like the NL East, would the Chicago White Sox will be more aggressive? Several free agents have been signed and we are now seeing trades happening throughout MLB. When will the dust settle in just the right way for the White Sox to make a move? Also, Guaranteed Rate Field might be getting a few new spots to drink your sorrows away. Would the White Sox ever seriously consider signing Nelson Cruz? It sure seems like he would sign himself, if he could. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! SimpliSafe With Fast Protect™️ Technology, exclusively from SimpliSafe, 24/7 monitoring agents capture evidence to accurately verify a threat for faster police response. There's No Safe Like SimpliSafe. Visit SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnMLB to learn more. NHTSA Drive sober or get pulled over. Click HERE to learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wrapping up with some of the last interviews from the Winter Meetings. Neil is joined by Kevin Ibach to talk about his new role, Nelson Cruz and Blake Butera about their roles in the World Baseball 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

From White Sox killer to White Sox player? Chuck Garfien speaks with 7-time All-Star and free agent Nelson Cruz about his interest in playing for the White Sox. What would he bring to the clubhouse? Would he be a good fit? Can he still hit at 42? Cruz also talks about Eloy Jimenez and Luis Robert.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hay privilegios que deben aprovecharse. Tener un cara a cara con el ganador del Cy Young de la Liga Nacional es uno de ellos. Sandy Alcántara fue homenajeado en la mañana del domingo, cuando recibió el premio "Juan Marichal", de manos del propio inmortal. La sala estaba sola, para ambos, y la tertulia fluyó suave, fluida. El propósito era trata de descifrar el secreto del éxito del mejor lanzador del viejo circuito. ¿Cómo hace? ¿Qué tira para el home? ¿Hay algún secreto para ello? "Tengo una mentalidad agresiva", responde a la primera pregunta que se le hace. "Una mentalidad de salir al terreno y tratar de finalizar el juego". También entrevistamos a Nelson Cruz, noticias de Lidom y la MLB. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alfredo-villasmil/message

In advance of the Winter Meetings, starting pitcher signings are the big news but NCiB boyfriends are also on the move, including a full boyfriend trade between the Brewers and Mariners. Miguel Cabrera announces his upcoming retirement, reminding us that in addition to spectacular batting stats, he'll leave a legacy of giving back to his communities. The Winter Meetings bring us a new draft lottery, the Rule 5 Draft, and the Take the Field program focusing on women working in baseball. Ideally, they will also shake loose the Free Agent shortstop market and a home for Aaron Judge. The players' union, the MLBPA, renewed Tony Clark's contract through 2027  so  that  he will remain Executive Director through the next contract negotiations. Players voted in a new executive committee, heavy on the pitchers and Ian Happ. Ronald Acuña keeps the Hammers streak going by winning the LVPB home run derby and more  familiar faces join the winter baseball scene in both Venezuela and the Dominican Republic. Baseball for All's Justine Seigal returns to  Mexico to lead clinics for  girls  and  coach some winter ball. Also in the DR, Nelson Cruz and friends lead the annual “Batting Clean Up” beach clean up event. Team USA finally announces the rest of their WBC pitching squad. The Tampa Bay Rays toss their hat in the ring for a chance to develop a new ballpark along with residential, hotel, and commercial space.We say “there aren't enough fbombs in the world to get you to move to Florida,” “can't we call them non-winners?” and “mystery soup.” Get boosted, fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith,  and find us on Twitter @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.

Sean Doolittle is returning on a minor league deal while Nelson Cruz's mutual option was declined. Bobby and Amy break down the Nats' early moves in free agency.

The Astros defeated the Phillies to win the 2022 World Series. Al & Mark reconvene for the first time this off-season and a few weeks after the inaugural Nats Chat Podcast Party at Walter's. They begin with the new development in D.C. sports and that is the fact that the Nationals aren't the only team for sale in the DMV. Will the Commanders sale affect matters on South Capitol Street? (17:05) Washington made minor moves over the weekend as Sean Doolittle is coming back, but not Nelson Cruz. We look at what to maybe expect from the team this Winter amid the rebuild and ownership uncertainty. (28:20) Dusty Baker finally can call himself a World Series winning Manager at 73 years old as he received near universal praise from all corners of the sport. (32:45) Yes, Bryce Harper was dominant in October. Al & Mark though point out the difference in how Houston stocked their farm system after 2019 compared to the Nats situation. (44:05) The new Playoff format saw polar opposite results between the AL and NL. Houston and the Yankees made for a predictable ALCS, but the Phillies and Padres did just the opposite of that on their way to the NLCS. Were you a fan of this new extended version of the Postseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a somber day when the Twins traded fan favorite Nelson Cruz to the Tampa Bay Rays just days before the 2021 deadline. Cruz was the catalyst for the most powerful lineup in baseball history. Thankfully, it looks like the Twins got plenty in return. Joe Ryan threw 147 innings in a very solid rookie season in 2022, establishing himself as a building block for the future. Ryan is only 26 years old and under team control through 2027. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! SimpliSafe With Fast Protect™️ Technology, exclusively from SimpliSafe, 24/7 monitoring agents capture evidence to accurately verify a threat for faster police response. There's No Safe Like SimpliSafe. Visit SimpliSafe.com/LockedOnMLB to learn more. Rhone The Commuter Shirt can get you through any work day and straight into whatever comes next. Head to rhone.com/LOCKEDON and use promo code LOCKEDON to save 20% off your entire order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As everyone is enjoying some October baseball, Ryan highlights the NLCS as Bryce Harper & the Phillies take on Juan Soto & the Padres.... the pain. Then, he continues his player breakdowns for 2022 and talks about Nelson Cruz and the big time down year he had for the Nats. Will they pick up his option heading into 2023? Also, how can Mike Rizzo and the Washington Nationals say this was a rebuild and not a retool after signing Cruz?  Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11 Follow Locked on Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your BOS and BAL fan co-hosts relished the sweeps of AL East Wildcard teams, the crazy records for shortest game and longest scoreless game, SpongeBob walk-offs, shirtless cellies, multiple greatest comebacks of all time, shoes on heads, and Mets fans behaving predictably badly.  Going forward to the next round we may see biblical plagues, all the Dusty, and none of the Chapman.Batting titles go to Jeff McNeil and Luis Arráez as do gifts from their teammates. Adley grades teammates qHar, Curt has Dad Power, and both Pottymouth and all Phillies Fans find kinship with Brandon Marsh's flippin' family. Dennis Eckersley retires after 50 years in the game. Pottymouth claims a WBC team and all it took was Kiké joining Team Puerto Rico. Patti is intrigued by Team Israel but is still assuming the DR will be the one.Congrats to Bo Knows Boyfriends for a convincing win in this year's Fantasy Boyfriend Baseball League. We say “This is Cleveland, we drink there,” “every team has that shirtless guy,” and  “of course it was a Birkenstock.”Get boosted, fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith,  and find us on Twitter @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.

Nelson Cruz of the Washington Nationals stopped in at the Fred Hill Training Facility to discuss his career, future plans and why he's so invested in helping local communities and his country the Dominican Republic.

The 2022 Fantasy Baseball season is over! Did we win any championships (4:15)? ... For our last OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS, let's highlight season standouts (19:52). Jake McCarthy was a league winner down the stretch. ... News (35:40): Nelson Cruz needs eye surgery but plans to play in 2023. ... What are our playoff predictions (40:45)? ... Who led baseball in the standard 5x5 categories (44:40)? ... Let's get some updates on the AFL (57:46). Jordan Lawlar looks like a stud while Kumar Rocker struggled.  Fantasy Baseball Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Fantasy Baseball Today merch: https://store.cbssports.com/collections/fantasy-baseball-today?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=fantasy-baseball-collection Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nats lost to Miami 3-1 as Sandy Alcantara bolstered his Cy Young case by throwing a 103 pitch Complete Game. Al & Mark tip their caps to the Marlins right hander, who is 3-0 this year vs. Washington in four starts. (03:30) Lane Thomas got the day off despite his surge as of late, because his career numbers against Alcantara have not been good (0 for 11 w/ 6 Ks). Do you agree with the manager filling out his lineup cards in this manner? His teammates had yet another game filled with base running gaffe in his absence. (09:20) CJ Abrams committed an error, but was the only National to double off of Alcantara on Sunday. Luke Voit meanwhile had three hits as he seemingly has settled in nicely into the DH role. By the way, what's the latest with Nelson Cruz's eye inflammation? (16:30) Anibal Sanchez pitched well, but was no match of course for Alcantara. Sanchez's ERA is at 4.40 and has five decent starts in last six outings. Al has some very interesting and unexpected words about Sanchez in mid September. (22:10) The Nats open a three game series on Monday night Atlanta and the Braves are just a game back of the Mets. The divisional race is of extra importance, because the winner will likely have a bye into the NLDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nats bounced back to beat the Cardinals 11-6, giving them a series split. Mark (Live from St. Louis) and Al praise Alex Call who exploded with four hits while hitting ninth, one night after not being make to make a leaping grab to seal the victory. Call originally was not in the lineup, but Victor Robles was a late scratch due to a stiff neck. The offense totaled 18 hits overall on Thursday. (07:17) CJ Abrams had two hits and is hitting .360 so far in September. Nelson Cruz was moved down in the order to the sixth spot and responded with three hits of his own. Keibert Ruiz's day was not as fun as he had to head to the hospital due to swollen testicles. Feel better Keibert! (15:35) Josiah Gray did not have a good outing as he gave up two HRs to Yadier Molina. Gray has allowed a homer in 12 consecutive starts and is now leading the NL in walks issued too. Should they consider shutting him down for the season? (26:01) The bullpen had extended duty and mostly came through. Mason Thompson escaped a jam he inherited from Gray, Andres Machado threw two scoreless frames, and Kyle Finnegan shook of Wednesday's loss by throwing a 1-2-3 inning in the bottom of the 8th. What went into the decision to bring him back after throwing 30+ pitches the night before? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cardinals are coming... Doug opens us up with a victory rant. What a comeback for the Redbirds. Shades of Nelson Cruz on that Edman knock. Boy do the Nats stink. Guessing the top markets. New shirts on TMASTLshop.com. Is Iggy down on the hometown kid Ben DeLuzio? What constitutes a hometown kid? The Yankees are down bad and Brian Cashman is under fire. Plowsy's director friend. Discussing MILF vs. Cougar. College gameday. Pat McAfee. Jack Harlow. Is the Loomster the LOTY? Listener of the year nominations. Becky Weisberger. Odd copy from years gone by.

The Nats lost 4-1 in St. Louis ending their bid for a 4th straight win. Mark (Live from Bush Stadium) & Al discuss the return of Nelson Cruz and the chain effect that it has on the lineup. Cruz being placed at DH means Luke Voit has to play the field and Joey Meneses has to move to the outfield. How should Cruz be handled the rest of the way? (16:10) Meneses knocked a pair of doubles on Tuesday night and joined a short list of MLB players in the process. He has 42 hits in 30 career games, and only twelve other hitters in history have as many hits in their first month. (23:05) MacKenzie Gore threw a simulated game with next up on the agenda being a bullpen session on Friday. The plan after that is for him to make a minor league rehab assignment. Could he take Paolo Espino's spot in the rotation? (28:30) Davey Martinez mentioned pregame that Mason Thompson could be used as an "Opener". The organization has barely utilized this method, but could this be changing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15:15 - Commanders: react to and analysis of the Commanders activating Cornelius Lucas off the Active/Non-Football-Injury List and a number of items from the Commanders' preseason-opening 23-21 loss to the Carolina Panthers, including the injury-marred states of the offensive line and tight ends, Scott Turner calling plays from the sideline as opposed to up in a booth and the performances of Carson Wentz, Sam Howell, Jahan Dotson, Jonathan Allen and others 47:04 - Nationals: breakdown of a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs that featured the Nats Major League debut of CJ Abrams, a gutsy outing by Josiah Gray and rare big game for Nelson Cruz in the 2022 season 01:01:07 - Orioles: thoughts on a 7-3 win at the Toronto Blue Jays that included an astute lineup decision by Brandon Hyde and more pain being inflicted by Blue Jays destroyer Ryan Mountcastle 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