Podcasts about Oakland Athletics

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00:00 - 24:48 - JMV opens the show by talking about the importance of Team USA getting out of the group stage in the World Cup, how the NBA’s flopping problem takes away from what the postseason should really be about, the unsurprising way that game six of the Western Conference Finals between the Thunder and the Spurs played out, and more! 24:49 - 41:28 - Joel A. Erickson of the IndyStar joins JMV to discuss where the Colts could go in free agency, how they may handle attrition throughout training camp, how Daniel Jones surprised him during OTAs, and more! 41:29 - 44:39 - JMV previews this weekend’s MLB matchups, the conclusion of the Fever’s road trip, and game five of the Stanley Cup Eastern Conference Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Montreal Canadiens. 44:40 - 1:14:31 - Pat Sullivan joins JMV for Ask Pat, talking all things home and garden and taking questions from listeners! 1:14:32 - 1:21:57 - JMV reminisces on the Reds’ 1990 World Series win over the Oakland Athletics on Eric Davis’ 64th birthday, talks about what went wrong for the Fever in the Bay Area against Golden State, and why the NBA can’t afford to accept flopping as part of the game. 1:21:58 - 1:29:44 - JMV discusses Indiana football head coach Curt Cignetti’s recent statement on the unsustainable nature of NIL in college athletics and what can be done to fix the current system before things pass the point of no return. He also compares USA Soccer to one of Indy’s sports teams and says that at some point the team has to prove something. 1:29:45 - 1:59:29 - Tony East of Forbes Sports joins JMV to talk about what went wrong in the team’s loss at Golden State, how the team is gelling in the early part of the season, the consequences of a short offseason, the ramifications of game seven of the NBA Western Conference Finals, and more! 1:59:16 - 2:08:03 - JMV talks about what’s on tap for tomorrow’s All Request Saturday Night tomorrow, which will include a wide variety of music. He also ponders the idea of the NBA widening the floor and other potential rule changes. 2:08:24 - 2:11:43 - JMV recalls one of the strangest delays in the history of the NBA Playoffs and shouts out one of his favorite NBA accounts on X/Twitter. 2:11:44 - 2:30:16 - JMV previews game five of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Final as the Carolina Hurricanes look to close out the Montreal Canadiens in Raleigh, introduces producer Nick, and re-introduces second-year Colts cornerback Justin Walley! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it officially time to rage drop Tanner Bibee after another blowout, or do the metrics suggest a major bounce-back is coming? Episode Summary Joe Bond and AJ Applegarth break down the top waiver wire adds, brutal drops, and key rankings movers for Week 10 of the fantasy baseball season. The crew details why pitchers like Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean are sliding down the rankings, and explains why struggling stars like Bo Bichette represent key buy-low opportunities rather than panic drops. Week 10 Fantasy Baseball Advanced Analytics & Strategic Breakdown The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting rapidly as we head into Week 10, requiring managers to separate raw surface statistics from true predictive indicators. The focal point of this week's analysis centers on Cleveland Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee, whose disastrous outing against the Washington Nationals exposed massive vulnerabilities. Surrendering seven earned runs and an astounding five home runs over just three innings of work on Memorial Day sent shockwaves through fantasy rosters. Looking into his broader trajectory, a disturbing multi-year pattern emerges. Bibee's surface ERA has progressively climbed from 2.98 to 3.47, then to 4.24, and now sits at 4.57 for the season. Coupled with a 4.16 SIERA and a strikeout rate dropping below one punchout per inning, Bibee can no longer be viewed as an un-droppable asset. His underlying numbers indicate he has transitioned into a volatile, matchup-dependent option rather than a reliable rotation anchor. Pitching volatility dominates the landscape this week, highlighted by prominent rankings fallers Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean. While some fantasy managers might react with panic to their downward slide in the rankings, it is crucial to analyze the shift structurally rather than assuming true skill regression. Shota Imanaga's dip reflects an expected correction after an incredibly hot stretch, making it an adjustment based on stabilizing underlying metrics. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean's slide serves as a reminder of how quickly pitching depth charts and small-sample performance can fluctuate in standard rankings models. Separating these structural rankings adjustments from complete profile collapses is what allows sharp managers to maximize their pitching rotations while others panic-drop viable assets. Conversely, the advanced data reveals lucrative buy-low windows for targets experiencing acute misfortune. Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker stands out as a prime trade target despite a freezing cold spell that dragged his batting average down to .189 with a 52:17 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While his standard Savant page flashes concerning blue metrics, Rooker boasts a consistent multi-year track record of crossing the 30-home-run threshold. In an era where league-wide batting averages are depressed, maintaining a true 30-homer profile provides massive utility, making him an ideal target while his market value is rock bottom. Similarly, managers must remain disciplined with elite foundational bats like Freddie Freeman and Bo Bichette. Freeman's minor dip in the rankings represents a normal structural variation rather than a fundamental degradation of his elite plate discipline. Bo Bichette is another prime example of why surface-level struggles should not trigger a panic drop. While he appears as a "Homer Pick Drop" focus on the show due to recent visual adjustments and shifting team dynamics, his long-term track record remains undeniable. Bichette is not a true skills-based rankings faller to cut loose; instead, the underlying metrics suggest he remains an elite bounce-back candidate. Treating his depressed batting average as a structural buying window rather than a permanent anchor allows you to secure an elite infielder before his inevitable positive statistical correction occurs. On the waiver wire front, uncovering values requires a sharp focus on expected metrics and situational deployment. Washington Nationals starter Cade Cavalli has emerged as a high-priority addition, exhibiting elite command over his last three starts spanning 19.3 innings. Cavalli has posted a stellar 2.79 ERA, a 1.03 WHIP, and a spectacular 2.44 SIERA alongside 24 strikeouts—highlighted by consecutive 10-strikeout performances against Atlanta and the Mets. Backed by a highly potent Nationals offense, his run support floor remains high. Meanwhile, deep-league infielder options like Chase Meidroth of the Chicago White Sox and Blaze Alexander of the Baltimore Orioles offer flexible, multi-position eligibility. Meidroth benefits from hitting near the top of a White Sox lineup that unexpectedly ranks as the eighth-best offense by wRC+. Alexander provides elite short-term streaming upside, slashing .344 with a .913 OPS since mid-May, offering short-term category boosts while navigating structural gaps in the fantasy infield. Episode Chapters & Timestamps 0:00 - Week 10 Overview & Strategy 3:30 - Homer Pick: Blaze Alexander (2B/3B/SS/OF, BAL) Analysis 10:13 - Waiver Wire Add: Chase Meidroth (2B/3B/SS, CWS) Profile 14:48 - Waiver Wire Add: Cade Cavalli (SP, WAS) Statcast Breakdown 18:06 - Rage Drop of the Wk: Tanner Bibee (SP, CLE) Deep Dive 24:25 - Waiver Wire Drop: Devin Williams (RP, NYM) Closer Volatility 28:57 - Waiver Wire Drop: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) Valuation 36:05 - Homer Pick: Bo Bichette (SS/3B, NYM) Outlook 41:14 - FanDuel Presents: MLB Season Win Totals & Odds 48:50 - Rankings Review: Week 10 Risers & Fallers 48:50 - Rankings Riser: CJ Abrams (SS, WSH) 50:27 - Rankings Riser: Yandy Diaz (1B, TB) 51:37 - Rankings Riser: Casey Schmitt (1B/3B, SF) 53:30 - Rankings Riser: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 55:49 - Rankings Riser: Payton Tolle (SP, BOS) 57:34 - Rankings Riser: Shane Baz (SP, BAL) 59:16 - Rankings Riser: Gerrit Cole (SP, NYY) 1:00:12 - Rankings Faller: Freddie Freeman (1B, LAD) 1:01:38 - Rankings Faller: Taylor Ward (OF, BAL) 1:02:06 - Rankings Faller: Tyler Soderstrom (1B/DH, ATH) 1:03:34 - Rankings Faller: Vinnie Pasquantino (1B, KC) 1:04:14 - Rankings Faller: Nolan McLean (SP, NYM) 1:07:00 - Rankings Faller: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:07:40 - Rankings Faller: Sandy Alcantara (SP, MIA) 1:09:34 - Rankings Faller: Jack Perkins (P, OAK) 1:17:40 - Buy Low Trade Target: Nico Hoerner (2B, CHC) 1:18:45 - Buy Low Trade Target: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) 1:21:16 - Sell High Trade Target: Brandon Lowe (2B, TB) 1:23:24 - Sell High Trade Target: Spencer Arrighetti (SP, HOU) The F6P Hour is proudly presented by FanDuel! 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Lew Wolff didn't set out to become a successful developer or a professional sports team owner. He didn't grow up around business, and by his own account, he stumbled into real estate almost by accident. But over the course of a decades-long career, he would go on to reshape downtown San Jose, partner with 20th Century Fox, and take ownership stakes in teams like the Oakland Athletics and Golden State Warriors.In this episode of Big Shot, Lew sits down with Harley and David to reflect on the unconventional path that led him there. He shares how the sudden death of his father forced him to grow up quickly, how a chance decision in college set him on a career in real estate, and how one unexpected opportunity led to a role at Fox and a headline that would change everything overnight.Along the way, Lew explains why he built his career around partnerships, how he thinks about choosing the right people to work with, and why he has always prioritized relationships over short-term profit. He also reflects on his time in professional sports, including the story behind Moneyball, the challenges of public scrutiny, and the behind-the-scenes dynamics that shaped the future of the A's.—In This Episode We Cover:(00:00) Intro(02:25) Lew's early years growing up in the Midwest(05:54) How his father's death changed his path(10:28) Growing up Jewish in St. Louis(11:43) His first job and move to Los Angeles(14:34) Starting his own firm and selling to Booz Allen(17:18) His work with 20th Century Fox(24:39) Balancing the San Jose development with his work at Fox(27:20) How his studio office helped attract clients(29:21) How Bud Selig led him to buy a stake in the Oakland A's(38:18) Lew's philosophy on partnerships and how to choose them (42:54) Buying and selling his stake in the Golden State Warriors(45:46) The kind of work he enjoys and what he credits for his success(50:42) The story behind Moneyball(54:19) Why he stays focused on the future(55:20) Why he prioritizes relationships over profit(58:57) How he handled negative press as owner of the A's(1:03:48) How the Giants blocked the A's from building a new stadium(1:08:59) How he learned to let things go(1:12:51) Lew and Bud's attempt to integrate their fraternity(1:15:07) His thoughts on Jewish entrepreneurship(1:18:38) What he's most proud of—Where To Find Lew Wolff:• Website: https://www.wolffurban.com/ Where To Find Big Shot: • Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bigshot.show/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bigshotpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  • TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@bigshotshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bigshotshow/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  • Harley Finkelstein: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/harleyf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • David Segal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/tea_maverick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Production and Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://penname.co⁠

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox Triple-A manager Chad Pinder to break down one of the organization's biggest storylines: the rise of Noah Schultz who is about to make his MLB debut. Pinder shares his first impressions of Schultz, whether he was surprised by how quickly the left-hander reached the big leagues or if any key adjustments helped spark his early-season jump. He also takes us inside the moment Schultz got the call to the majors and the reaction from teammates. The conversation also dives into the hot start of Sam Antonacci, highlighting his baseball IQ, defensive transition to the outfield, and areas still needing development—while Pinder reflects on making a similar jump himself with the Oakland Athletics. Plus, updates on top arms Hagen Smith and Tanner McDougal; insight on managing Shane Smith after his return to Triple-A; and a look back at Pinder's own major league debut...that included a pair of coincidences.

The offense has completely disappeared. The New York Mets finish a disastrous 1–5 homestand and get swept by the Oakland Athletics, capped by a brutal 1–0 shutout loss. The Mets have now been shut out twice in the last three games, and the lineup looks completely lost at the plate. Now things get even tougher. The Mets head to Los Angeles to face the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game series — with the offense ice cold. On this episode: Mets swept by A's 1–5 homestand disaster Offense completely missing Two shutouts in three games Pitching wasted again Concern level rising? Dodgers series preview What must change NOW This is a bad stretch — and it's getting worse.

The vibes have taken a sharp turn in Queens.After getting swept by the Oakland Athletics, the New York Mets find themselves spiraling with five straight losses, raising serious concerns early in the season. In this episode, we break down what went wrong in the series and why this skid feels more alarming than just a rough patch.We dive into the struggles on the mound, including what's going on with David Peterson and whether Kodai Senga is beginning to show cracks after a strong start. Are these mechanical issues, fatigue, or something deeper?Offensively, the approach has been frustrating to watch — poor situational hitting, lack of adjustments, and continued issues producing with runners in scoring position. We also discuss the recent mental lapses from Francisco Lindor and whether it's just a blip or something worth monitoring.Plus, is the pressure starting to mount on manager Carlos Mendoza? How warm is the seat, and what changes (if any) could be coming if things don't turn around soon?All that and more as we try to make sense of a frustrating stretch of Mets baseball.Follow on INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE & X: @cupofmetsSubscribe on SPOTIFY, APPLE or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!Download The SeatGeek App! Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off!

On this episode of No Credentials Required, we kick things off in the Bronx as the New York Yankees continue their early-season run. We break down their series against the Oakland Athletics and react to their latest matchup with the Tampa Bay Rays — what's standing out, what needs work, and whether this team is starting to find its identity. From there, we head to the NFL where things are getting a little messy. We unpack the buzz surrounding reporter Diana Russini and Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots, separating what's real from what's being overblown. We also dive into the Department of Justice investigation into the National Football League and the rising cost of watching games — and what it could mean for fans moving forward. Finally, we hit the ice and check in on the race to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. With teams jockeying for position, we highlight who's trending up, who's in trouble, and what to watch as the playoff picture tightens. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  Seat Geek: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Seat Geek: Life's an Event, We Have the Tickets! Save $20 off your order of $50 or more with promo code BELLYUPSPORTS at checkout! | https://www.seatgeek.com  Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Twitch, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content! MERCH! Check out our Bonfire store and show the world you're a Cred Head! | https://www.bonfire.com/store/no-credentials-required/  Join our Discord server for more sports conversation: https://discord.gg/WknBEUQY 

Craig Carton and Big Mac analyze the New York Yankees' recent scoring drought following a frustrating series against the Oakland Athletics. They critique Aaron Judge's passive approach to the challenge system and discuss the defensive-heavy decisions being made by the front office. On The Carton Show, they also examine Knicks playoff scenarios and vent about the stadium experience at Yankee Stadium. 01:55 - Yankees' Scoreless Inning Streak 06:40 - Roster Decisions And Struggles 12:50 - Boone's Strategy Critiqued 17:15 - Aaron Judge's Passive Approach 21:35 - Media Protection Of Russini 26:40 - Fans Venting On Lineup 33:15 - George Lombard Jr. Hype 37:45 - Stadium Music Volume Issues 42:40 - Minor League Baseball Promotions 47:20 - Yankees' Lack Of Edge 51:45 - Knicks' Ideal Playoff Seeding 56:20 - Yankee Stadium Food Shortages 01:00:55 - Managing Bench Depth Concerns 01:05:50 - NFL Draft YouTube Special 01:10:25 - Classic Movie Title Parodies 01:17:15 - Consistency In Media Reporting

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Braves with another gem! RedZone - Matt Ryan & Kevin Stefanski talk at the Owners Meeting Hawks beat the Celtics! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springtime means a return of increasingly warm temperatures (ugh), pollen galore (yuck), and a very eventful initial weekend of sports. Major League Baseball’s 2026 season opened as all 32 teams began tied for first place with a 0-0 record After this past weekend of opening games, it should come as no surprise that the homeless “Athletics” are off to an 0-3 start.  Voodoo dolls in Oakland seem to be having their desired effect on this wandering baseball franchise! The former Oakland Athletics vacated the Bay Area last year and temporarily moved into a minor league baseball stadium in Sacramento.  This team is simply known as the “Athletics” today.  They will remain in Sacto for 2026 and 2027.  A new indoor baseball stadium is under construction in Las Vegas and is expected to become home for this downtrodden franchise starting in 2028. The UFL returned, too.  It’s a good thing St. Louis still has their team! Spring professional football’s UFL began its third year with four games played over the weekend.  The St. Louis Battlehawks attracted more than 31,000 fans to watch its 16-10 win over the defending champion DC Defenders on Saturday in the Battledome. Three other UFL home teams failed to attract even 15,000 patrons for Game #1. The new Louisville Kings franchise were welcomed by 14,000 fans in their inaugural game being played in Kentucky.  They watched the Birmingham Stallions rally to score the game-winning touchdown with two minutes left in a 15-13 victory over the hometown Kings Friday night.  A Sunday night gathering of 11,000 cheered as Orlando “Stormed” to a 23-16 victory over the Columbus Aviators.  The Dallas Renegades pulled a quaint crowd of less than 9,000 fans to its debut game in Frisco, Texas on Saturday. As stated in my league preview last week, the UFL continued to have problems getting most of its teams to score points.  Only two of the eight teams in Week #1 tallied 20 or more points. Are the NFL referees going on strike soon? An under-the-radar story this weekend involved the growing tension between the NFL and its referees union.  The NFL Referees Association may be recommending a strike soon.  The current collective bargaining agreement between the refs and the league is set to expire on May 31. NFL owners have angered the referee union by wanting to raise the probationary period from three years to five and make playoff assignments based on performance rather than seniority.  As you might expect, the referees union looks at those issues differently. A referee strike last occurred in 2012 and lasted three games into the NFL’s regular season.  After several botched calls during the opening weeks of the regular season, the owners and referees finally reached an agreement in late September, 2012. This weekend’s news indicated that the NFL owners are preparing to move forward if there isn’t a new deal soon.  They are compiling a list of possible replacement referee candidates from the ranks of college football.  If a new deal with the NFL referees’ union is not reached by May 1, the football league may be planning to hire and train a set of new referees for the upcoming football season. Golf – first, let’s have some good news! PGA golfer Gary Woodland’s last professional victory came at the 2019 US Open.  About three years ago, the golfer underwent a very delicate surgery to remove a lesion from his brain.  Just two weeks ago, Woodland told the media that he had developed PTSD during his difficult recovery from brain surgery. Sunday’s final round saw Gary Woodland holding a one-shot lead starting the final 18 holes at the Texas Children’s Hospital Houston Open.  He raced out to a 4-under par 31 on the front nine in posting a final round 67 to win the event by five shots. The Houston crowd chanted, “Gary…Gary…Gary!” on the closing holes as Woodland tried to remain focused on the task at hand. Woodland once played on both the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team and on college golf team.  He wisely chose to play professional golf for his post-college career.  Now 41, Gary Woodland picked-up his fifth career PGA win in Houston and a paycheck for nearly $1.8 million. His emotional win in Houston also came with an invitation to play in The Masters tournament in Augusta, Georgia in just ten days. Golf – Tiger Woods flipped his SUV and earned a DUI charge in Florida Now 50 years of age, Tiger Woods captured the spotlight once again on Friday.  Golf’s biggest name since Jack Nicklaus was placed under arrest near his home in central Florida after flipping his Land Rover vehicle at a high rate of speed. Tiger Woods’ SUV quickly came upon a truck which was slowing to turn into a driveway. Woods lost control of his vehicle.  The SUV flipped onto its side and Woods safely crawled out of the passenger-side window.  Fortunately, there was no oncoming traffic around when the accident occurred. Woods agreed to a breathalyzer test for alcohol, but he then refused to submit to a lawful test for DUI. He was briefly taken into custody late Friday afternoon and released on bond after several hours at the local jail. I was a bit surprised to learn that Tiger Woods still had a valid driver’s license after having more than one past issue involving driving while impaired. This might be a good time for Tiger limit his future driving to the tee boxes at the golf course. NCAA Basketball – March Madness Mauls SwampSwami’s men’s bracket I don’t know which game surprised me more over the past few days. The #2 seed University of Houston faced #3 seed Illinois on Thursday night with the game being played in the Cougars’ home city of Houston at the Toyota Center.  The Cougars were playing in their seventh year of making it to the Sweet 16 round or further. Houston clanked three-pointers, two pointers, and hardly ever shot a free throw in losing to the Fighting Illini 65-55.  The Cougars shot only two free throws in the entire game. This game was U-G-L-Y from start to finish.  The halftime score was Illinois 24, Houston 22.  Coach Kelvin Sampson’s Cougars again failed to bring the school and their long-time coach a first national championship trophy in men’s basketball. And, yes, ol’ SwampSwami picked Houston’s Cougars to win it all this year.  Drat! Congratulations to Illinois and coach Brad Underwood!   After knocking off Houston, the Fighting Illini downed upstart #9 seed Iowa 71-59 on Saturday to advance to the Final Four on Saturday in Indianapolis.  It will be Illinois’ first trip to the Final Four in 21 seasons. The 62-year old coach Underwood was a longtime assistant coach who received his first Division I coaching job at Stephen F. Austin. He took the Lumberjacks into the NCAA March Madness field twice in three seasons while in Nacogdoches, Texas prior to joining Illinois in 2017. Yet another head-scratching game in this weekend’s NCAA March Madness men’s tournament was Sunday afternoon’s massive collapse by #1 East seed Duke in losing at the buzzer to #2 UConn 73-72.  Duke led by as many as 19 points in this game before committing a turnover and allowing a 30 foot 3-pointer by Huskies guard Braylon Mullins (his only made 3-point basket of the day) with less than one second remaining. Duke’s first three games in the NCAA tournament were closer than most of us expected.  The Blue Devils struggled against #16-seed Sienna (71-65).  Third round foe and #5 seed St. Johns kept Duke off balance until a final minute surge lifted the Devils to an 80-75 win. Duke had no shortage of high school All-Americans on its team again this season.  A few of these “rentals” move onto the NBA later in the spring.  Duke’s starting five featured one senior, one sophomore, and three freshmen. Contrast that to UConn’s starting five which included two seniors, two juniors and just one freshman. When Duke had Connecticut down by 19 points, the Huskies played like a veteran group and kept fighting hard until the end of Sunday’s game. As for the Dukees, the coach’s inability to keep his team together from one year to the next has kept this fading basketball powerhouse out of the winner’s circle for ten straight seasons. Regional furniture seller could lose a millions soon! Both the Connecticut Huskies men’s and women’s teams have advanced to their respective Final Four national semifinal games at the end of this week. Jordan’s Furniture (a New England based chain) stands to lose millions of dollars if both Huskies teams should win their Final Four opening games later this week. The regional furniture retailer offered customers a full rebate for merchandise purchased between January 20 through February 16 if both University of Connecticut basketball teams advance to play in this year’s NCAA title games. A representative for the furniture store said the company had purchased some form of risk insurance in the event the company needs to pay off millions to its customers soon. No matter how they “couch” it, Jordan’s Furniture may want reconsider promotions which involve “bedding” against the state’s favorite college basketball teams! The post Baseball returned, Tiger was jailed, and my NCAA Picks are toast (again) appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Braves take 2 of 3 to open the season The Final Four is set....Duke - UConn finish an all timer!! Tiger makes news again....for the wrong reasons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Toronto Blue Jays are already dominating with strikeouts to start the season — was the offseason plan a complete success? In their opening series vs. the Oakland Athletics, the Blue Jays rotation delivered a historic performance. Kevin Gausman (11 Ks), Dylan Cease (12 Ks), and Eric Lauer (9 Ks) combined for 32 strikeouts, as the Jays set an MLB record for most strikeouts in a 3-game series since 1900. On Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down: The Blue Jays' new-look rotation and elite swing-and-miss stuff Early impact of offseason additions Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s strong start at the plate Concerns around Bo Bichette and his early struggles First impressions and grading the new ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) system Is this the best Blue Jays pitching staff in years? Can this strikeout dominance continue over a full MLB season? Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Blue Jays analysis, MLB news, and in-depth baseball breakdowns!   INDEX: 0:00 Intro 0:20 Baseball Is Back 2:24 Opening Day Ceremonies 5:31 Opening Day Breakdown 7:35 Toronto Blue Jays Sweep & Hot Start 11:43 Dylan Cease Debut 14:45 Rotation Power Comparisons 17:42 Historic Fast Start 19:14 Rotation Depth Breakdown 23:32 Newcomers: Cease Impact 26:11 Kaz Okamoto Analysis 29:43 Tyler Rogers Role 32:57 Spencer Miles (Rule 5) 36:02 Jesus Sanchez Impact 38:55 Gimenez & Clement Defense 42:38 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Early Report Card 48:11 Walk-Off Concerns 49:52 Bo Bichette Struggles vs Mets 53:22 ABS System Review 58:10 Leo Jimenez & Moves 1:03:44 WBC Hangover? 1:04:42 Final Four Update 1:05:55 Wrap-Up     #BlueJays #MLB #TorontoBlueJays #VladimirGuerreroJr #BoBichette #MLBNews #BaseballAnalysis #Pitching #Strikeouts #ABSSystem   ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

The Toronto Blue Jays came oh so close to capturing a World Series title last season — uniting fans from coast to coast in the process.Can they finish the job this year? Does the latest version of the Jays have what it takes to go on another magical run? The journey begins Friday with an Opening Day match-up against the Oakland Athletics.Our guest on tonight's episode of Village Media's Closer Look podcast is a person who knows this team as well as anyone: Dan Shulman, the Sportsnet broadcaster who calls every pitch.Play ball!Reach out to Frisco and Scott

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, Kenny dives into one of the most frustrating stories in baseball — the never-ending rebuild of the Oakland Athletics. From Oakland, to Sacramento, and eventually Las Vegas, the franchise has spent years tearing things down in the name of rebuilding. But when does rebuilding turn into something else entirely? Kenny breaks down the timeline of the A's roster sell-offs, the controversial relocation process, and what it means for loyal fans who have watched their team continuously hit the reset button. Is this really a rebuild… or a business strategy disguised as one? Tune in as Kenny explores the Sac-Wait-Las Vegas Athletics era, the impact on Major League Baseball, and why this situation might redefine what a “rebuild” looks like in modern sports. #MLB #Athletics #TheNeverEndingRebuild

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, Kenny dives into one of the most frustrating stories in baseball — the never-ending rebuild of the Oakland Athletics. From Oakland, to Sacramento, and eventually Las Vegas, the franchise has spent years tearing things down in the name of rebuilding. But when does rebuilding turn into something else entirely? Kenny breaks down the timeline of the A's roster sell-offs, the controversial relocation process, and what it means for loyal fans who have watched their team continuously hit the reset button. Is this really a rebuild… or a business strategy disguised as one? Tune in as Kenny explores the Sac-Wait-Las Vegas Athletics era, the impact on Major League Baseball, and why this situation might redefine what a “rebuild” looks like in modern sports. #MLB #Athletics #TheNeverEndingRebuild

rWotD Episode 3232: Tom Tellmann Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Tuesday, 10 March 2026, is Tom Tellmann.Thomas John Tellmann (born March 29, 1954) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres from 1979 to 1980, the Milwaukee Brewers from 1983 to 1984, and the Oakland Athletics in 1985.In 227 innings pitched over 112 appearances, Tellmann accepted 65 total chances (15 putouts, 50 assists) without an error for a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage in his major league career.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:14 UTC on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Tom Tellmann on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Kimberly.

Send a textKen Macha, former Pittsburgh Pirates player and seasoned baseball manager, takes us on a riveting journey through his extraordinary career. From his formative days as a bench coach with the Oakland Athletics to taking the helm as their manager, Ken shares the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to coaching and management. Alongside Greg Brown and co-host Michael McKenry, we dive into fascinating anecdotes from Ken's playing days under the legendary Dick Williams in Montreal, his stint in Japan, and his strategic transition to minor league management. Listeners will gain invaluable insights into Ken's unique path in baseball, marked by both triumphs and challenges.Discover Ken Macha's intriguing athletic journey that began amidst the competitive sports culture at Gateway High School, where he balanced a love for swimming and baseball. Despite the school's football dominance, Ken's dedication to his passions led to memorable experiences, culminating in a celebrated career with the Pittsburgh Pirates and his induction into the Pitt Hall of Fame. Hear about his minor league beginnings and the often grueling path to the majors, including the trials of limited playing time and the emotional highs and lows of narrowly missing significant baseball milestones with the Montreal Expos.Ken also shares the importance of mastering baseball fundamentals and the strategic nuances that differentiate high-budget teams from those that must perfect their craft to compete. Reflect on his time with the Oakland A's, and the development of future stars like Tim Hudson and Barry Zito, accentuating the critical role of analytics and player belief in building a winning team. Join us as Ken Macha offers a rich tapestry of baseball history, filled with wisdom, humor, and reflections that celebrate the transformative journey of this beloved sport.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

(00:30) QB Aaron Rodgers still undecided whether to play in 2026 (23:02) Aaron Rodgers: “There hasn't been any deadline set on me, there hasn't been any contract floated in front of me.” (31:23) Aaron Rodgers: "When this is done, it's Keyser Soze, & you won't see me. I'm not doing TV... I'm not gonna be out & about." (40:17) Report: Maxx Crosby “frustrated” by Tom Brady ally Tom Guerrero’s presence with Raiders (52:30) Dak Prescott: “This is the year that you make a big jump.” (56:35) Report: Patriots will release WR Stefon Diggs at start of new league year (1:30:00) Athletics GM: “We’re always open to (Kyler Murray) exploring a return to baseball with the A’s if that time ever comes.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick and Jonathan discuss why Kyler Murray might be facing quarterback fatigue and how he fits into the Cleveland Browns' future plans. They examine the possibility of the quarterback returning to professional baseball with the Oakland Athletics and the skepticism surrounding such a transition. The dialogue also touches on Michael Jordan's career hiatus and the strategy behind rebuilding an NFL roster. 01:00 - Kyler Murray To Cleveland Discussion 05:56 - Kyler Murray Baseball Return Potential 10:45 - Sports Career Financial Realities 13:07 - Rebuilding The Cleveland Offensive Line 15:42 - Michael Jordan Baseball Retirement Debate

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Coming off a 2 0 best bet performance, Munaf Manji opened the February 24 2026 episode with confidence, noting the show would again focus on NBA breakdowns and MLB win totals. Dave Essler said when they win their best bets they have been smoking them and that their NBA analysis had been on point. The previous wins included a first half under in the Houston Cougars and Kansas game that cashed easily and a Victor Wembanyama rebounds and assists prop over 13 and a half, which cleared comfortably as Wembanyama finished with 17 rebounds and four assists for 21 combined. Turning to Tuesday's slate, the Knicks visited Cleveland with the Cavaliers laying four and a half and a total of 232 and a half. New York was without Miles McBride and Cleveland without Max Strus, with the Cavs trailing the Knicks by one game in the standings. Essler noted Cleveland was 19 and 11 at home against teams over 500 but the Knicks were 20 and five on the road against teams over 500, showing they elevate versus quality opponents. He called the total big for a Knicks game and emphasized that defense travels, leaning toward New York. Manji added that the Knicks ranked 11th in defensive rating and Cleveland 12th, while both were top five in offensive rating, and targeted Donovan Mitchell over 27 and a half points after games of 31 and 34 points against New York on 25 shot attempts each time. Oklahoma City traveled to Toronto as slight underdogs with a total of 216 and a half but were without Shai Gilgeous Alexander, Jalen Williams and AJ Mitchell, with Alex Caruso and Chet Holmgren questionable. Essler pointed to Oklahoma City's upcoming game in Detroit and said points would be at a premium, preferring the under and mentioning Isaiah Joe over 14 and a half points if roles expanded. Manji supported the under by noting the Thunder ranked first in defensive rating and Toronto sixth, with both teams playing at modest pace and projecting a low scoring game. In Los Angeles, the Magic faced the Lakers after the Lakers scored just 89 points in a 22 point loss to Boston. Orlando was without Franz Wagner and monitoring Jalen Suggs. Essler highlighted that the Lakers ranked 27th in defensive shooting percentage allowed and leaned to Paolo Banchero over 35 and a half points rebounds and assists given the expected usage boost. Manji agreed, noting Banchero was averaging 36 minutes per game in February and had at least six assists in three straight games, including eight in each of his last two. The discussion shifted to MLB futures with the Minnesota Twins listed at 73 and a half wins after finishing 70 and 92 with a minus 95 run differential. Concerns centered on rotation depth behind Joe Ryan and Bailey Ober and overall roster stability, leading Essler to lean under. The Oakland Athletics were set at 75 and a half wins after a 76 win season, and Essler expressed optimism based on their lineup depth and divisional outlook, backing the over. Manji agreed the division presented opportunity. For best bets, Essler selected Missouri plus three and a half at home against Tennessee, citing the Volunteers' turnover issues and Missouri's interior defense, while Manji officially backed Paolo Banchero over 35 and a half PRA to continue the week's momentum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the best Athletics to the table for discussion. The team with a lot of history with shitty ownership, and now in limbo Sacramento until their Las Vegas stadium is done. Most unplanned move of all time, and really shits on the fan base. With all that said they've had some great players so join us this week for a trip through the history of great players from this team which are the Athletics. Have a great day and we'll see you all next week...Peace.

This is a preview of a premium episode from our Patreon feed, Paid Costly For Me! Head over to Patreon.com/PodCastyForMe to hear more for just $5 a month. Most movies weren't directed by Steven Soderbergh, but few were as notably not directed by Steven Soderbergh as this one: MONEYBALL, the true story of the 2002 Oakland Athletics' revolutionary sabermetrics-based hiring strategy, was 5 days from shooting when Sony pulled the plug on Soderbergh's version. After a rewrite by Aaron Sorkin and a few cast change-ups, a slicker, Fincher-lite version directed by Bennett Miller made it to theaters, and we're talking about the whole deal. This ep has it all, quite frankly: in-depth script revision analysis, baseball talk, sports politics, and a long conversation about how statistics and "disruption" inform the world. It turns out everything is Moneyball, maybe? Give this one a listen, folks. As always, thanks to Jetski for our theme music and to Jeremy Allison for our artwork.

The Mets traded Jeff McNeil to the A's. Jerry is still skeptical of the Mets offseason and letting Pete Alonso walk.

In this heated segment, Marc Malusis reacts to the New York Mets trading longtime infielder Jeff McNeil to the Oakland Athletics. While acknowledging the emotional toll on the fan base—especially following the departures of Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, and Edwin Díaz—Malusis refuses to "cry over McNeil." He delivers a blunt assessment of McNeil's regression, citing his obsession with launch angle and a dip in contact hitting as reasons why the "Squirrel" became expendable. More importantly, Moose challenges the front office's narrative that the 2025 season failed due to "clubhouse chemistry." He fires back with a reality check: the Mets failed because their pitching was "disastrous," and David Stearns is now gambling the franchise's future on "grinders" rather than proven stars.

Sometimes the game changes in ways that no one expects. Sometimes the new works better than the old. When it comes to baseball tradition always beats progress, until the 2002 Oakland Athletics changed everything.  This week we revisit 2011's Moneyball, does it hold up? Find out now.   Thanks for listening. Please support us other places by clicking the links below. TikTok and Facebook are where we are currently monetized so supporting us there is extremely helpful.  Follow Emily on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ladyemily11/ Follow Adam on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/adamant625/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doesitholdu... Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@does_it_hold_up Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doesitholdup13/ Subscribe to our YouTube for new movie revies and a weekly box office show: https://www.youtube.com/@DIHUpodcast

Welcome back into The Clubhouse!Penn State Legend Coach Stoner shares his inspiring journey in this special episode of The Clubhouse with Penn State Baseball! From growing up in State College to playing for the Nittany Lions in the 1960s, being drafted by the New York Yankees and Oakland Athletics, and eventually leading Penn State Baseball as head coach from 1982 to 1990, Coach Stoner reflects on the incredible highs and pivotal decisions that shaped his career.Here's what to expect:- His early days in State College and his path to becoming a Penn State player.- Being mentored by Penn State great Chuck Medler.- What it was like to turn down professional baseball opportunities to focus on building a future.- Coaching challenges, including limited resources and keeping the Penn State program alive.- Memorable stories from his playing and coaching days with legendary Coach Joe Paterno.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Growing up in State College02:35 - Playing at Penn State03:09 - Professional Baseball12:39 - Becoming Penn State Head Coach15:41 - Joe Paterno17:33 - Balancing Teaching and Coaching18:30 - Program Cuts20:54 - Baseball Schedule Overview21:53 - State of the Program31:10 - Penn State Baseball Facilities Tour33:45 - World Series Predictions35:50 - College Football Picks#collegebaseball #mlb #mlbb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #baseball #sunday #saturday

Hall of Famer Tony La Russa, class of 2014, sits down with Jon Paul Morosi to discuss his memorable journey to Cooperstown. The Hall of Famer reflects on his decision to pursue the managerial path after his stint as a major leaguer, how his love of learning lead to obtaining a law degree, overcoming self-doubt in the skipper role, and how perseverance was at the helm of decision-making in the midst of multiple World Series Championships with the Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals throughout his career. Visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame - BaseballHall.org Follow the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Twitter/X - @BaseballHallFollow the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Instagram - @BaseballHall Follow Jon Paul Morosi on Twitter/X - @jonmorosi Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Steph Saffer talks about one of the roadblocks to having impact, which is that people quit what they do because they can't SEE their impact. Steph describes the often unseen ripple effects of our actions. She uses the the story of Billy Beane and the Oakland Athletics, and illustrates how perceived failures can lead to significant changes and influence in the long run. The conversation encourages listeners to trust in their actions and recognize the potential for their efforts to create meaningful change, even when immediate results are not visible.Chapters00:00 The Quest for Impact00:27 The Story of Moneyball04:34 The Ripple Effect of Actions07:10 Understanding the Impact Process08:39 The Power of One Decision11:45 Every Action Matters14:06 Reflecting on Personal ImpactKeep in touch by signing up for "The Impact Effect" newsletter at stephsaffer.com

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).  

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.