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Everyone has a dream. For many young boys, the dream is to become a major league baseball player. Years back, this was especially true for a little boy growing up in Tacoma, Washington. Harmony Talk is honored to share the story of the journey of legendary third baseman, Ron Cey. Known to many as “the Penguin”, Ron played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. Although best known for covering the “hot corner” for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ron also played for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics. He was a six-time All-Star, had over 300 career home runs, was World Series Champ and Word Series MVP. Cey at third base, Bill Russel at shortstop, Davey Lopes at second base and Steve Garvey at first base lasted for nearly nine seasons for the Los Angeles Dodgers. This remarkable feat is a celebrated piece of baseball history that hasn’t been matched since and may never be again. Throughout Ron’s journey from dreaming to doing there were many lessons learned and many interesting encounters along the way. From growing up as boy chasing a dream and the struggles that go along with that to making it to the big leagues and playing under legends like Tommy Lasorda, Ron has an incredible story to tell. In this episode, hear Ron in a memorable conversation with host Greg Frigoletto, as they discuss the story of the little boy from Tacoma who became the author, podcaster and celebrity that he is today. Check out Ron’s podcast, the Ron Cey Show as well as his book, an autobiography titled Penguin Power…a book about Dodger Blue, Hollywood Lights and Ron’s One-In-A-Million Big League Journey. Ron currently lives in in Woodland Hills, CA with his wife Fran. They were married in 1971 and have two children, Daniel and Amanda. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/ Follow Host, Greg Frigoletto: https://www.instagram.com/gjfrig7/ Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks with Nancy Finley — author of Finley Ball: How Two Baseball Outsiders Turned the Oakland A's into a Dynasty and Changed the Game Forever, Major League Baseball historian, former model, and daughter of Carl Finley, who served as VP of the Oakland Athletics for 22 years. In this episode, Nancy discusses the history of the Oakland Athletics and her unique place in it. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:07] - Nancy's bio [02:01] - The start of the Oakland A's [13:07] - Becoming VP of the A's as a teenager [16:34] - Oakland A's dynasty years  [19:40] - Nancy's favorite memories from Kansas City and Oakland [23:22] - Why Nancy wrote Finley Ball [24:42] - Documentary series of the Oakland A's [25:37] - Nancy's second book [29:09] - Carl Finley's role in running the team and his influence on the A's success [33:06] - What made Carl Finley successful in Oakland [36:39] - Carl Finley's legacy [37:51] - Nancy's plan for writing a book about competitive balance in baseball [41:18] - Best way to connect with Nancy [42:05] - Closing thoughts NOTABLE QUOTES: “You have to learn to accept things. You can't really make plans. You don't know when a team is going to be over.” “If you want something done, do it yourself.” “If everyone is a winner, then no one is.” “When you fail, you have the opportunity to learn from it, because not everybody does.” USEFUL RESOURCES: https://oaklandathleticshistory.com/finleyball/ https://www.facebook.com/nhfinley https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-finley-6b6ab513/ Finley Ball: How Two Baseball Outsiders Turned the Oakland A's into a Dynasty and Changed the Game Forever (https://a.co/d/aQKEu9W) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

The Head Coach of the University of California (Berkeley) Golden Bears Mike Neu joins Dylan Campione on today's episode of the show! Coach talks to us about his baseball journey from making the majors with the Oakland Athletics, transitioning from playing to coaching, to building a winning culture at Cal and advice for future recruits. Thanks so much for joining us Coach, appreciate all the time, insight and great stories!    To let us know who you'd like to hear on the next episode or topics you'd like covered in future episodes, let us know at sideretiredpod@gmail.com and follow our social medias @SideRetiredPod on Instagram, Tik Tok & X (Twitter).  

STLSportsPage.com Cardinals writer Rob Rains joins Chris and Amy as the Cardinals enter the final month of the regular season. Cards vs the (former Oakland) Athletics; MLB expansion & realignment; what to expect from the minor league call-ups? © Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Monday, September 1, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:14 Philadelphia Phillies vs. Milwaukee Brewers11:21 Minnesota Twins vs. Chicago White Sox20:45 Cleveland Guardians vs. Boston Red Sox30:57 Washington Nationals vs. Miami Marlins38:26 Toronto Blue Jays vs. Cincinnati Reds47:38 New York Mets vs. Detroit Tigers55:15 Oakland Athletics vs. St. Louis Cardinals58:01 Parlay of the Day

John Hancock and Michael Kelley step in for Chris and Amy with a wide-ranging Labor Day edition. They share stories of holiday traditions and St. Louis parade history, personal memories from their high school debate days, and family genealogy tales of migration. The conversation covers the many “seasons” of St. Louis weather, local events like a professional bike race, and the history of the Oakland Athletics' relocations. They also dive into Missouri politics with a discussion on redistricting and its impact on democracy, plus updates on college football, including the Missouri Tigers' season and their coach's outlook.

In this episode Jonathan and Gary welcome Mark Badain, President of the Oakland Athletics. Mark shares his journey from starting as an intern with the Raiders to becoming the team president, overseeing their move to Allegiant Stadium, and now working on building a world-class ballpark on the Las Vegas strip. The conversation covers the challenges and opportunities of relocating sports franchises, the financial and community impacts of stadium projects, and the excitement surrounding the A's new ballpark in Vegas. Mark also reflects on the passionate fan reactions and the collaborative efforts required to bring such large-scale projects to fruition. The episode concludes with Mark sharing his personal piece of advice on maintaining integrity in one's career.

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Wednesday, August 27, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:14 New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies09:06 Cleveland Guardians vs. Tampa Bay Rays20:59 Boston Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles29:48 Oakland Athletics vs. Detroit Tigers39:56 Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies47:45 Miami Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves55:45 Toronto Blue Jays vs. Minnesota Twins01:01:01 Parlay of the Day

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Thursday, August 21, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:14 New York Yankees vs Boston Red Sox10:11 Colorado Rockies vs Los Angeles Dodgers19:07 Kansas City Royals vs Texas Rangers30:09 Oakland Athletics vs Minnesota Twins40:20 Houston Astros vs Baltimore Orioles48:39 Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs01:01:01 Parlay of the Day

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Tuesday, August 19, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:14 Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs11:40 Seattle Mariners vs Philadelphia Phillies23:10 Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros33:35 Oakland Athletics vs Minnesota Twins41:52 Los Angeles Dodgers vs Colorado Rockies50:25 Toronto Blue Jays vs Pittsburgh Pirates59:01 Parlay of the Day

Episode 307 of “The Sports Experience Podcast” is here & we're back on the diamond discussing Mark McGwire.“Big Mac” made a splash in Major League Baseball after a successful college career at USC.At 6'5” 220 lbs., the enormous first baseman unanimously won the 1987 American League Rookie of the Year when he clubbed a then-rookie record 49 home runs for the Oakland Athletics.Along with his “Bash Brother” partner, Jose Canseco, McGwire helped lead the A's to three straight AL pennants from 1988-1990 and won a World Series in 1989.Though injuries and the 1994 MLB strike prevented McGwire from producing effectively, his final two and a half seasons in Oakland saw him club 125 home runs before he was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals midway through the 1997 campaign.Yet it was 1998 when McGwire was celebrated as the “Savior of Baseball” after the negative fallout from the 1994 strike.McGwire broke Roger Maris' single-season home run record, and finished 1998 with 70 on the season! He hit another 65 in 1999 and hit a combined 61 in 2000 and 2001 before his retirement.Sadly, these records came at a price. McGwire, thought to be a shoo-in for the Hall of Fame as a 12x All-Star with 583 career home runs, was caught up in the scandal surrounding performance enhancing drug use in MLB during the 1990s and 2000s.McGwire eventually admitted he took steroids during a 2010 interview with Bob Costas, and has been left out of Cooperstown like so many of his contemporaries who made the same choice.Watch, Subscribe & Comment on All Platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-sports-experience-podcast-with-chris-quinn/id1529622054Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1esgBLz04MZYrTgYMk5DvaConnect with us on Instagram!Chris Quinn: https://www.instagram.com/cquinncomedy/Dominic DiTolla: https://www.instagram.com/ditolladominic/Ty Engle:https://www.instagram.com/ty_englestudio/S.E.P.: https://www.instagram.com/thesportsexperiencepodcast/If you enjoy our podcast, please help support us:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sports-experience-pod/support#sportspodcast#comedypodcast#markmcgwire#baseball#oaklandathletics#stlouiscardinals#baseballplayer#mlb#baseballhistory

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Friday, August 8, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:14 Miami Marlins vs Atlanta Braves11:02 New York Yankees vs Houston Astros20:35 Oakland Athletics vs Baltimore Orioles29:30 Cleveland Guardians vs Chicago White Sox39:59 Adam's camera40:25 Arizona Diamondbacks vs Colorado Rockies51:35 Los Angeles Dodgers vs Toronto Blue Jays59:55 Parlay of the Day

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Thursday, August 7, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction00:14 Oakland Athletics vs. Washington Nationals12:11 Capping bullpens24:35 Chicago White Sox vs. Seattle Mariners34:38 Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates49:01 Betting run lines54:21 Miami Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves01:02:50 Parlay of the day

Craig welcomes on Damon Amendolara of Sirius XM Mad Dog Radio to discuss the latest on the Oakland Athletics' impending departure from the Bay Area. They dive into what this move means for the city of Oakland, how fans are responding, and whether MLB is handling the situation appropriately. Damon shares his perspective on what's next for the A's, the viability of Las Vegas as a baseball market, and what the loss of the A's means for the legacy of sports in Oakland.

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Friday, August 1, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:14 Trade deadline thoughts00:06:50 Houston Astros vs Tampa Bay Rays00:15:59 New York Mets vs San Francisco Giants00:26:14 Philadelphia Phillies vs Detroit Tigers00:36:01 Atlanta Braves vs Cincinnati Reds00:45:45 Oakland Athletics vs Arizona Diamondbacks00:54:20 Miami Marlins vs New York Yankees01:03:51 Parlay of the day

Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Astros being swept by the Oakland Athletics, silver linings of the team's current situation, injury updates, and the fast-approaching trade deadline. Subscribe on YouTube: ⁠⁠YouTube.com/@BangingTheCan⁠⁠ Presented by Bolen Media: ⁠⁠BolenMedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Monday, July 28, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction00:12 Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers12:09 Oakland Athletics vs. Seattle Mariners22:22 Detroit Tigers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks31:45 San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates40:11 Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins48:36 New York Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Rays55:01 Toronto Blue Jays vs. Baltimore Orioles01:02:10 Parlay of the Day

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Rob and Jeremy took some time from Monday's BBMS to debate the best performances by a rookie sports history. Where does Nick Kurtz's 6-6, four homerun game rank?

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Thursday, July 24, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction1:17 Cleveland Guardians vs. Baltimore Orioles9:15 Detroit Tigers vs. Toronto Blue Jays29:46 St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres40:15 Oakland Athletics vs. Houston Astros49:01 Los Angeles Angels vs. Seattle Mariners56:01 Parlay of the Day

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Monday, July 21, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.00:00 Introduction01:15 Milwaukee Brewers vs. Seattle Mariners10:35 San Diego Padres vs. Miami Marlins19:24 Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates33:25 New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays41:43 Cleveland Guardians vs. Baltimore Orioles49:23 San Francisco Giants vs. Atlanta Braves55:21 Oakland Athletics vs. Texas Rangers01:07:39 St. Louis Cardinals vs Colorado Rockies01:17:35 Parlay of the Day

HR1 - Jessie Bates III is best safety in NFL for what he provides on & off the field In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to NFL executives, coaches, and scouts ranking the NFL's top 10 safeties for 2025, react to where Atlanta Falcons' safety Jessie Bates III lands on the list, explain why Bates is still a top safety despite the overall struggles of the Falcons' defense, explain why Bates' value to the Falcons outside of his stats makes him a top two safety in the NFL. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali talk about the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page The Morning Shift crew recaps and reacts to the Atlanta Braves losing 5-4 in 11 innings to the Oakland Athletics last night and losing two games out of their three game series with the Athletics. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explains why Spencer Strider's development from a thrower to a pitcher has been good to see despite the Braves' overall struggles as a team this season. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to the reports that NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell works as part-time consultant for a private-equity fund with NFL ties, react to Athletics slugger Brent Rooker and New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. adding their names to the list of Home Run Derby participants, react to Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder agreeing to a rookie max contract extension that could reach up to $287 million dollars, and then Mike, Beau, and Ali close out this edition of The Front Page by reacting to the New Orleans Pelicans and Herb Jones agreeing to a three-year, $68 million-dollar contract extension. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

HR2 - Falcons contend in NFC if Michael Penix Jr. & young defense meet expectations In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to ESPN's Seth Walder's 2025 NFL offseason grades, and the offseason grade Walder gives the Falcons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how even though the Falcons took a big risk in the draft by trading up for James Pearce, and losing their 2026 first round pick, General Manager Terry Fontenot and the Falcons have supplemented that by setting themselves up to have plenty of money to spend next offseason. Then, The Morning Shift crew reacts to Bill Barnwell's ranking of NFL teams solely based on their wide receiver, tight ends, and running back groups, reacts to where Barnwell has the Falcons ranked, and explains why the Falcons undoubtedly have a top 10 skill position group on offense. Mike, Beau, and Ali also continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing 5-4 in 11 innings to the Oakland Athletics last night and losing two games out of their three game series with the Athletics. The Morning Shift crew also discusses whether or not the Braves should trade catcher Sean Murphy. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour two by playing a round of Fair or Foul!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing 5-4 in 11 innings to the Oakland Athletics last night and losing two games out of their three game series with the Athletics. The Morning Shift crew also discusses whether or not the Braves should trade catcher Sean Murphy.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page Mike, Beau, and Ali recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing 5-4 in 11 innings to the Oakland Athletics last night and losing two games out of their three game series with the Athletics. The Morning Shift crew also explains why Spencer Strider's development from a thrower to a pitcher has been good to see despite the Braves' overall struggles as a team this season.

HR1 - Braves' season has to just be taken day by day right now In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue their 2025 Atlanta Falcons' opponents superlatives series! In this segment Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about the best quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season, and say which quarterbacks are honorable mentions but not in the top five of opposing quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season. Then, The Morning Shift crew recaps and reacts to the Atlanta Braves homering five times last night and beating the Oakland Athletics 9-2 in game two of their three game series in Oakland. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how the Braves' win over the A's last night was fun to watch, but doesn't change anything about where the Braves are at and what the expectations are right now. Next, The Morning Shift crew continues their 2025 Atlanta Falcons' opponents superlatives series! In this segment Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about the best quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season, and say which quarterbacks are numbers four and five in their top five of opposing quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season. The Morning Shift crew also talks about the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page, Mike, Beau, and Ali react to the reports that the NFLPA and the NFL agreed to keep collusion findings a secret. The Morning Shift crew also talks about how the NFLPA and NFL collusion findings are like a bad game of gotcha for the NFL and NFLPA. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders advocate for a salary cap in college football to create a more competitive landscape in a sport that is already becoming more like the NFL. The Morning Shift crew reacts to what Coach Prime had to say as well, and explains why Sanders wanting a salary cap in college football is valid but unrealistic. Mike, Beau, and Ali close out this edition of The Front Page by reacting to the news that Major League Baseball is using the ABS challenge system during the All-Star Game in Atlanta. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

HR2 - Falcons' pass rush will be vital this season with amount of mobile QBs they face In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue their 2025 Atlanta Falcons' opponents superlatives series! In this segment Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about the best quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season, and list off their top five opposing quarterbacks the Falcons will face this season. Then, The Morning Shift crew lets you hear Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders advocate for a salary cap in college football to create a more competitive landscape in a sport that is already becoming more like the NFL. Mike, Beau, and Ali react to what Coach Prime had to say, and explain why Sanders wanting a salary cap in college football is valid but unrealistic. Next, The Morning Shift crew reacts to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to the reports that Tampa Bay Buccaneers star left tackle Tristan Wirfs is expected to miss the start of the regular season because of a knee injury, and that Wirfs will likely start the season on the physically unable to perform list. The Morning Shift crew also explains why this is huge news for the Atlanta Falcons. Mike, Beau, and Ali also continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves homering five times last night and beating the Oakland Athletics 9-2 in game two of their three game series in Oakland. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour two by diving into The Life of Mike Johnson getting Mike'd Up!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves homering five times last night and beating the Oakland Athletics 9-2 in game two of their three game series in Oakland. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how the Braves' win over the A's last night was fun to watch, but doesn't change anything about where the Braves are at and what the expectations are right now.

Looking for the best MLB picks, predictions, and betting tips for Wednesday, July 9, 2025? Tune in to Total Bases with expert handicappers Adam Trigger, Bryan Leonard and Tokyo Brandon as they break down today's MLB matchups with sharp insights and actionable advice.Wednesday's Games Covered & Timestamps:00:00 Introduction1:24 Milwaukee Brewers vs. Los Angeles Dodgers8:53 Boston Red Sox vs. Colorado Rockies16:47 Chicago Cubs vs. Minnesota Twins26:01 Cleveland Guardians vs. Houston Astros37:24 Oakland Athletics vs. Atlanta Braves45:20 Washington Nationals vs. St. Louis Cardinals53:44 Toronto Blue Jays vs. Chicago White Sox1:03:16 Parlay of the Day

HR1 - Kirk Cousins only human for doing what was in best interest of him & his family In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let you hear Atlanta Falcons' backup quarterback Kirk Cousins talk about why he played through his shoulder and elbow injuries on Season 2 of the Netflix docuseries ‘Quarterback', react to what Cousins had to say, and explain why Kirk handled his injuries poorly, but did what any athlete would do. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why Falcons' Head Coach Raheem Morris is getting unfair criticism for not benching Kirk Cousins sooner. Then, The Morning Shift crew recaps and reacts to the Atlanta Braves losing 10-1 to the Oakland Athletics last night in Oakland in game one of their three game series with the Athletics. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page The Morning Shift crew reacts to Georgia Tech hiring Ryan Alpert as its new athletic director, and explains why they think Alpert is the perfect replacement for J-Batt as the Georgia Tech Athletic Director. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to UCF Head Football coach Scott Frost saying going to be the Head Coach at Nebraska “wasn't a good move”, and react to Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark doubling down on the so-called 5+11 future College Football Playoff format, while acknowledging that it might benefit his league more in the future than currently. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing 10-1 to the Oakland Athletics last night in Oakland in game one of their three game series with the Athletics. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how this season is likely Brian Snitker's final season as the Braves' Manager, and explain why they think Snitker deserves to either finish the season as Manager or step down for the second half of the season if he wants to. The Morning Shift crew also explains why General Manager Alex Anthopoulos isn't going anywhere.

HR3 - Kirk Cousins gave Falcons fans closure on his injury situation; it's time to forget it In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in for the Wake Up Call to give their take on Kirk Cousins' comments that he made on Season 2 of the Netflix docuseries ‘Quarterback' explaining why he played through his shoulder and elbow injuries. Mike, Ali and Beau also let callers give their take on how they're feeling about the Braves, and if they'll continue to watch them this season. The Morning Shift crew also talks about how Season 2 of the Netflix docuseries ‘Quarterback' has given Falcons' fans good closure on the Kirk Cousins story, and now that they've gotten this closure they can stop talking about the Kirk Cousins story for good. Then, Mike, Ali and Beau let you hear Atlanta Hawks' General Manager Onsi Saleh talk about Trae Young helping recruit players to Atlanta, and how he's not publicly discussing player contracts for Trae Young, Dyson Daniels or any other player. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to what Saleh had to say, and explain why they think his confidence and no nonsense approach is refreshing. Mike, Ali and Beau also recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing 10-1 to the Oakland Athletics last night in Oakland in game one of their three game series with the Athletics. The Morning Shift crew also talks about how this season is likely Brian Snitker's final season as the Braves' Manager, and explain why they think Snitker deserves to either finish the season as Manager or step down for the second half of the season if he wants to. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why General Manager Alex Anthopoulos isn't going anywhere. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about today being Amazon prime day, and preview tonight's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Oakland Athletics as the Braves begin a three game series with the Athletics in Oakland tonight. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how the Braves' season has a nail in the coffin feel to it after Atlanta just lost five of six very winnable games at home.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to preview tonight's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Oakland Athletics as the Braves begin a three game series with the Athletics in Oakland tonight. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why it's critical that the Braves get a good start from Didier Fuentes tonight.

HR3 - Falcons' O-Line will have their hands full blocking 1 guy in particular this season In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and give their reactions to Beau Morgan's top five MTV reality TV shows list in the Wake Up Call! Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about what criteria a show has to meet to be considered reality television. Then, The Morning Shift crew continues their 2025 Atlanta Falcons' opponents superlatives series! In this segment Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about the best pass rusher the Falcons will face this season, and explain why there's no debate on who the top pass rusher the Falcons will face this season. The Morning Shift crew also continues to preview tonight's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Oakland Athletics as the Braves begin a three game series with the Athletics in Oakland tonight. Mike, Beau, and Ali also explain why it's critical that the Braves get a good start from Didier Fuentes tonight. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by diving into the life of Mike Johnson in Mike'd Up!

HR1 - Braves still have time to turn season around, but it feels like all hope is lost In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about today being Amazon prime day, and preview tonight's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Oakland Athletics as they begin a three game series with the Athletics in Oakland tonight. Mike, Beau, and Ali also talk about how the Braves' season has a nail in the coffin feel to it after Atlanta just lost five of six very winnable games at home. Then, The Morning Shift crew continues their 2025 Atlanta Falcons' opponents superlatives series! In this segment Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about the best pass rushers the Falcons will face this season, and talk about how the Falcons offensive line will have to deal with many skilled pass rushers this season. The Morning Shift crew also talks about all of the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page Mike, Beau, and Ali react to Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic agreeing to a five-year rookie max extension, the Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz and Miami Heat agreeing to a trade yesterday that sends Norman Powell to Miami, John Collins to Los Angeles, and Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson and a 2027 Clippers second-round pick to Utah. The Morning Shift crew closes out this edition of The Front Page by getting some insight from Beau Morgan on episode one of season two of the Netflix docuseries ‘Quarterback'. Beau talks about how episode one gives Falcons' fans immediate insight on Kirk Cousins' decision to come to Atlanta and his struggles learning the offense. Finally, to close out hour one Mike, Beau, and Ali dive into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Hour 1 The Mets suffered a devastating sweep by the Pirates, prompting Boomer to remark on the team's poor performance and the ineffectiveness of a players-only meeting and Carlos Mendoza's ejection. Given the high payroll and dismal run production, Boomer stressed the need for accountability, while Jerry's update highlighted the Mets' struggles and included sound bites from Mendoza, Lindor, and Frankie Montas, alongside news of the Yankees' victory over the A's. Separately, the Knicks are reportedly considering Dawn Staley as a head coach, a prospect Gio dismissed as unlikely, and Malik Beasley is under federal investigation for unusual betting activity in the 2023-24 season. Hour 2 LeBron James has opted into his Lakers contract, but his agent Rich Paul's statement suggests a desire for a trade, possibly campaigning for Giannis to join the Lakers. This has led to speculation about what the Knicks would offer for LeBron, with one caller even suggesting he become a player/coach. In other news, Aaron Judge hit two homers as the Yankees beat the A's, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a home run and a triple. The Mets suffered their most lopsided series defeat in history. As NBA free agency begins, LeBron's future is a hot topic, while callers debated the Mets bringing back Syndergaard and deGrom, and if LeBron would force Bronny on the Knicks if he joined. Hour 3 Following former MLB player Dave Parker's passing this weekend, which coincided with the Mets' series in Pittsburgh, Gio reminisced about classic sports photography and its decline due to the internet, while Boomer claimed to have cried over an Islanders draft pick story, which Gio doubted. Both discussed their weekend family entertainment, with Gio attending a dance recital and Boomer's grandchildren seeing the Wiggles. Jerry's update focused on the Mets' continued losses to the Pirates, prompting Steve Cohen to post about the team's state on X, while the Yankees easily defeated the A's with a Cody Bellinger homer. The segment concluded with a discussion of Tom Brady dancing with Sydney Sweeney at a wedding and Gio's dissatisfaction with a thank you from a makeup artist he helped on Fire Island. Hour 4 Knicks enter free agency without a coach. NHL draft, Rangers & Islanders picks discussed. LI football player receiving D1 offers. Jerry's final update, REM's ‘What's The Frequency, Kenneth?', Dan Rather & Tom Brokaw discussed. Can Knicks get LeBron? Is Jerry a ‘father figure' to drafted Rutgers players? Mets swept in Pittsburgh, Lindor explains. Yankees beat A's, Judge homers twice. MoD: Eddie gives insulin on Poop Cruise. Wing Bowl returns in February.

The Mets suffered a devastating sweep by the Pirates, prompting Boomer to remark on the team's poor performance and the ineffectiveness of a players-only meeting and Carlos Mendoza's ejection. Given the high payroll and dismal run production, Boomer stressed the need for accountability, while Jerry's update highlighted the Mets' struggles and included sound bites from Mendoza, Lindor, and Frankie Montas, alongside news of the Yankees' victory over the A's. Separately, the Knicks are reportedly considering Dawn Staley as a head coach, a prospect Gio dismissed as unlikely, and Malik Beasley is under federal investigation for unusual betting activity in the 2023-24 season.

LeBron James has opted into his Lakers contract, but his agent Rich Paul's statement suggests a desire for a trade, possibly campaigning for Giannis to join the Lakers. This has led to speculation about what the Knicks would offer for LeBron, with one caller even suggesting he become a player/coach. In other news, Aaron Judge hit two homers as the Yankees beat the A's, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a home run and a triple. The Mets suffered their most lopsided series defeat in history. As NBA free agency begins, LeBron's future is a hot topic, while callers debated the Mets bringing back Syndergaard and deGrom, and if LeBron would force Bronny on the Knicks if he joined.

Following former MLB player Dave Parker's passing this weekend, which coincided with the Mets' series in Pittsburgh, Gio reminisced about classic sports photography and its decline due to the internet, while Boomer claimed to have cried over an Islanders draft pick story, which Gio doubted. Both discussed their weekend family entertainment, with Gio attending a dance recital and Boomer's grandchildren seeing the Wiggles. Jerry's update focused on the Mets' continued losses to the Pirates, prompting Steve Cohen to post about the team's state on X, while the Yankees easily defeated the A's with a Cody Bellinger homer. The segment concluded with a discussion of Tom Brady dancing with Sydney Sweeney at a wedding and Gio's dissatisfaction with a thank you from a makeup artist he helped on Fire Island.

It is HOT across the country and our players, and your favorite podcast hosts, are feeling the heat. The takeaways include just how good this one AL East team has really become. The Quirkjians will shock you when it comes to strikeout numbers not just from one player but from the entire league in 2025. They also touch on the excitement surrounding the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas, and Jeff's take after living in Las Vegas for five years.On This Date, we say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the captain. We also explore the best players to ever wear number 23 and number 24, one of which Tim says is very obvious. We hear Tim's greatest Marlins player of all time, in spirit of guest from the previous episode, Dan Le Batard. The answer might suprise you given the small amount of time played for the team.And finally, we hear from another Seamhead, you can send your audio note to Jeff@GreatGameOrWhat.com explaining what makes you a Seamhead as well. Thank you so much for listening and as always, thanks for being a part of our family.   Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Austin Layton joined Cory Phillips to break down the Cincinnati Reds defeating the Detroit Tigers 11-1 at Comerica Park. Tyler Stephenson hit a grand slam in a six-run fifth inning, while Elly De La Cruz, Spencer Steer, and Matt McLain also homered. Brady Singer pitched six strong innings, allowing one run on four hits to earn the win, improving to 7-4. The Reds, now 36-35, snapped a two-game skid, while the Tigers, still leading the AL at 46-25, struggled with Jack Flaherty giving up seven runs in 4 2/3 innings. De La Cruz also made a standout defensive play, throwing out a runner at the plate. Chatterbox Reds is your home for coverage all season long for the Cincinnati Reds with LIVE post game shows after EVERY game on YouTube, and NEW podcasts the morning after every game (including weekends)! SUBSCRIBE to the channel and turn on notifications to ensure you never miss a thing!   PODCAST LINKS:   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3jlFDPP... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/733... Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/109483256 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/chatter... Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id5327101?... Player FM: https://player.fm/series/3450767   Andrew Abbott, Julian Aguiar, Graham Ashcraft, Scott Barlow, Emilio Pagán, Fernando Cruz, Alexis Díaz, Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, Nick Martinez, Tony Santillan, Carson Spiers, Brent Suter, Rhett Lowder, Brandon Williamson, Tyler Stephenson, José Trevino, Jeimer Candelario, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Matt McLain, Elly De La Cruz, Santiago Espinal, Jonathan India, Noelvi Marte, Edwin Ríos, Will Benson, TJ Friedl, Jake Fraley, Stuart Fairchild, Austin Hays, Spencer Steer, Jacob Hurtubise, Blake Dunn, Cooper Bowman   Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Guardians, Colorado Rockies, Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, Milwaukee Brewers, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, Washington Nationals  

James Anderson and Melissa Lockard of The Athletic discuss the breakout hitters on the Athletics including Jacob Wilson, Lawrence Butler, Nick Kurtz and Tyler Soderstrom before revisiting the Nationals' ridiculous haul in the Juan Soto trade and the top MiLB breakout of 2025!00:00 Intro 02:25 Jacob Wilson 06:45 Nick Kurtz/Brent Rooker/Tyler Soderstrom 18:00 Denzel Clarke/Colby Thomas/Henry Bolte 24:15 Lawrence Butler 28:00 Max Muncy/Zack Gelof 31:20 Tommy White 32:10 2026 Opening Day Lineup 36:00 Trade Tyler Soderstrom? 39:05 Best SP in 2026? 39:50 Pitching Prospects 46:50 Top MLB Breakouts of 2025 49:15 Top MiLB Breakout of 2025 Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.

James Anderson and Melissa Lockard of The Athletic discuss the breakout hitters on the Athletics including Jacob Wilson, Lawrence Butler, Nick Kurtz and Tyler Soderstrom before revisiting the Nationals' ridiculous haul in the Juan Soto trade and the top MiLB breakout of 2025!00:00 Intro 02:25 Jacob Wilson 06:45 Nick Kurtz/Brent Rooker/Tyler Soderstrom 18:00 Denzel Clarke/Colby Thomas/Henry Bolte 24:15 Lawrence Butler 28:00 Max Muncy/Zack Gelof 31:20 Tommy White 32:10 2026 Opening Day Lineup 36:00 Trade Tyler Soderstrom? 39:05 Best SP in 2026? 39:50 Pitching Prospects 46:50 Top MLB Breakouts of 2025 49:15 Top MiLB Breakout of 2025 Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.

Hour 1 With Boomer and Gio out, Jerry and Dani Wexelman hosted, discussing a potential Mets-Yankees World Series and Francisco Lindor's broken pinky toe. They also covered Juan Soto's return to form and Pete Alonso's contract status. C-Lo provided baseball updates, including the Phillies' win and Denzel Clarke's impressive catch. In hockey, the Panthers took a 2-1 lead over the Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals. Knicks news included mutual interest with Jason Kidd and Stephen A. Smith's desire for Mark Jackson to coach. The hour concluded with Dani sharing her career background. Hour 2 Jerry and Dani Wexelman are in for B&G, covering a range of topics. A former Disney character recounted creepy fan encounters, while a caller sought Dani's career advice. C-Lo provided a sports update, previewing the Yankees/Royals and Mets/Nationals games, and highlighting Denzel Clarke's incredible catch. Ben Stiller commented on the Knicks at the Tony Awards, and Colin Cowherd made a gaffe. The Panthers gained a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals. The hour concluded with Jerry quizzing Dani on her knowledge of the show's staff. Hour 3 Jerry and Dani Wexelman discuss the Knicks' coaching situation and the surprising lack of a plan post-Thibs. They question Jason Kidd's potential move to the Knicks and Bill Simmons' Kevin Durant to Spurs prediction. Updates include Mets/Nationals, Yankees/Royals, and Denzel Clarke's incredible catch. The Panthers lead the Stanley Cup Finals after a game with fan enthusiasm for fighting. Finally, Demarcus Cousins' fan altercation in Puerto Rico and concerns about Belichick's UNC involvement are noted. Hour 4 Jerry and Dani Wexelman, filling in for B&G, opened the hour discussing the AL East race, with Dani expressing bullpen concerns despite the Yankees' strong position. They debated Giancarlo Stanton's impending return and placement in the lineup. The Mets' pitching was lauded for its strong performance. C-Lo's final update included Stanton's minor league rehab start, previews for the Mets/Nationals and Yankees/Royals games, and the Panthers' 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals. Also mentioned were Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello's in-game spitting incident and articles indicating the Steelers fanbase's disinterest in Aaron Rodgers.

Jerry and Dani Wexelman kicked off the hour by dissecting the Knicks' coaching situation, questioning the team's apparent lack of a plan post-Thibodeau and Jason Kidd's potential interest. C-Lo then provided a sports update, previewing the Mets/Nationals and Yankees/Royals games, and highlighting Denzel Clarke's incredible catch. Other sports news included Bill Simmons's speculation about Kevin Durant to the Spurs, the Panthers taking a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, and a young fan's enjoyment of the hockey fights. The segment concluded with DeMarcus Cousins's altercation with fans in Puerto Rico and concerns from UNC fans about Bill Belichick and his girlfriend.

Jerry and Dani Wexelman are in for B&G, covering a range of topics. A former Disney character recounted creepy fan encounters, while a caller sought Dani's career advice. C-Lo provided a sports update, previewing the Yankees/Royals and Mets/Nationals games, and highlighting Denzel Clarke's incredible catch. Ben Stiller commented on the Knicks at the Tony Awards, and Colin Cowherd made a gaffe. The Panthers gained a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals. The hour concluded with Jerry quizzing Dani on her knowledge of the show's staff.

A's outfielder Denzel Clarke made an amazing catch over the wall in center. The announcers went nuts. Bill Simmons thinks Kevin Durant to the Spurs is already done, but it's just his opinion he said. The Panthers beat the Oilers to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals. A 9-year old fan after the game said her favorite part was the fighting and the players punching each other in the face.

Denzel Clarke of the Oakland Athletics made the CATCH OF THE YEAR!