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Find out about his "Road To The Show," on The WCCO Morning News. Photo by Elsa/Getty Images
Find out about his "Road To The Show," on The WCCO Morning News. Photo by Elsa/Getty Images
John Franco went to 4 All Star games, was the MLB saves leader 3x, and was Reliever of the Year 2x in his iconic 22-year career. A New Yorker to the core, he went to the same HS in Brooklyn as Sandy Kofax, played college ball at St John's with Frank Viola, and then Captained the Mets (a rarity for a pitcher). When he retired, he was 2nd all-time in saves (he is still 7th), and no lefty has saved more games. Great stories from a pitching legend.
Astros Reliever Shawn Dubin Joins The Show After Helping Close Out 3-0 Victory vs Pittsburgh Pirates
Astros Reliever Shawn Dubin Joins The Show After Helping Close Out 3-0 Victory vs Pittsburgh Pirates
The lefty hopes to return from injury this weekend, but took time from his rehab to talk about the new ritual and also something near and dear to his heart. Kids and Autism. Photo: Elsa/Getty Images
The lefty hopes to return from injury this weekend, but took time from his rehab to talk about the new ritual and also something near and dear to his heart. Kids and Autism. Photo: Elsa/Getty Images
Cubs reliever Caleb Thielbar discusses his journey from independent ball to MLB (Hour 2) full 2726 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 18:14:38 +0000 P8csFSFKGr3wNqjs8PDhnyjnLpcYnK1G sports Hit & Run with Matt Spiegel sports Cubs reliever Caleb Thielbar discusses his journey from independent ball to MLB (Hour 2) Hit & Run is a Chicago baseball staple, airing Sundays at 9 a.m. on 670 The Score during the MLB season. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False http
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down a crazy week of bullpen shakeups.
Eno & Trevor go on a reliever bonanza and talk everything reliever from the past 4 seasons to the future. They breakdown the best relievers of the past 4 years, some of the guys in the top 30, a few guys who could make the jump soon and a few players to keep an eye on in the future and what pitches make them special. Rundown1:20- Young Players that might be called up soon6:12- Tim Anderson DFA'd by the Angels9:36- Doval moved back to the Giants closer14;12- Best Relievers in the last 4 years19:07- Jason Adam breakdown25:59- Griffin Jax breakdown28:27- Tanner Scott breakdown33:46- Jeff Hoffman breakdown38:36- Graham Ashcroft look ahead40:38- Jeremiah Estrada look ahead44:14- Randy Rodriguez look ahead48:10- Will Vest look ahead51:00- Relievers to look for in the future & their best pitchesFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Trevor MayExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Dodgers traded for a former all-star reliever as their bullpen continues to stuggle. Kids today arent into Tinder - is that good or bad? Is an OKC-INDY NBA Finals really that bad?
Baseball Is Dead Episode #340 Ohtani looked nasty throwing in his first live BP session and we're fantasizing about him as a high-leverage reliever. -Skubal CGSO, 13 K's -Oneil Cruz 122.9 MPH HR -Acuña Jr. Is BACK -Huge Win For The A's -Cal Raleigh Raking -Jac Caglianone Ready For MLB? -Cubs Keep Rolling Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu BID MERCH: https://baseballisdeadmerch.com Go to https://hims.com/BID for your personalized hair loss treatment options. 0:00 - Big Win For Dallas 7:57 - Acuña Jr. Is BACK 13:17 - Ohtani Live BP 26:00 - Soto Underwhelming 31:37 - Cal Raleigh Raking 33:45 - Jac Caglianone Ready? 37:50 - Prospect Updates 40:40 - Wild Card Races 42:15 - Cubs Keep Rolling 47:20 - Skubal CGSO 54:22 - Cruz 122.9 MPH HR 1:13:43 - Still No Roman Anthony 1:15:46 - Jayhay Nuggs 1:21:10 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Hall of Famer & 1982 World Series champion, Jim Kaat joined Bill Laskey on Extra Innings to share his perspective on what it’s like to pitch as both a starter & a reliever coming out of the bullpenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Astros Reliever Brian King Joins the Show
Astros Reliever Brian King Joins the Show
In this episode: Adam Ottavino joins the show to talk about his experience as a reliever. Being a reliever has its pros and cons: but the cons can be devastating. Relievers can have a great few games, but one bad game can tank their stats.
Bob and Dave are joined by Matt Brash to discuss his yearlong injury recovery process, how it felt to get back on the field, how the rest of the bullpen has looked, and his experience in Athletics’ minor league ballpark, they look at how the Mariners have used their bullpen over their eight series win streak, they break down whether the Mariners should shut Bryce Miller down to see if he can get fully healthy, and they hear what Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald has been working on over the offseason in Sweeping the Dial.
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Guests: Blue Jays home run leader Anthony Santander, reliever Brendon Little, 1B/OF coach Mark Budzinski The Blue Jays miserable April is over and it ended with a massive comeback win against the Boston Red Sox. No one might be happier to turn the page to May than Anthony Santander, who is hitting just .175 as the calendar flips. The switch-hitter joins us for a frank and open discussion about his early-season struggles and how he and the team hope to turn things around. After the interview, Santander hit a game-tying three-run homer to help the Jays to victory on April 30. We also speak to Mark Budzinski, who knows Santander better than anyone, having managed him in the minor leagues, and we also get insight into the incredible circus catch made by Daulton Varsho – on one knee and with his back to the plate – in Varsho's first game back. Plus, get to know the Jays' top left-handed reliever, Brendon Little!
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In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the early-season Stuff+ and PLV leaderboards to uncover 2025's nastiest relievers. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) break down the early-season Stuff+ and PLV leaderboards to uncover 2025's nastiest relievers. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Tony, Chris, and Skraby got you set for Game 1 of the three-game series between the Padres/Astros. Plus, Padres reliever Jason Adam joined us!
On the latest episode of ‘From Phenom to the Farm,' former MLB reliever Nick Goody discusses his humble beginnings as a failed junior college shortstop and the road to making it on the mound in the big leagues.Time Stamps(5:00) Learning to fly in retirement(9:20) Transitioning from SS to Pitcher in Juco(29:00) Winning LSU Closer Job(36:00) Adjustment to Pro Baseball(53:00) Call to the Big Leagues(1:08:00) Riding the "Scranton Express"(1:18:00) Playing for Terry Francona in Cleveland(1:41:00) Mexican League ExperienceSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/from-phenom-to-the-farm/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Guests: Blue Jays reliever Yimi Garcia, catcher Tyler Heineman, Atlanta 3B coach Matt Tuiasosopo We celebrate the 250th episode of the podcast with the first-ever 1-on-1 interview with Yimi Garcia in English. The big, scary set-up man with the 0.00 ERA turns out to be a gentle giant off the mound! We also check in with back-up catcher Tyler Heineman, who is off to a sizzling start to the season, both at the plate and behind it, and since Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has officially signed up to become a Blue Jay for life, we wanted to chat with someone who was a Blue Jay for about 20 minutes once upon a time –current Atlanta third-base coach Matt Tuiasosopo joins us.
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Yesterday's show featured awkward tension between BT and Sal after playing audio of Sal arguing with a Masters caller. Jerry's update followed, starting with the Mets' chilly win in Minnesota, highlighting strong pitching. He also covered the Yankees' 4 solo home run victory over the Royals, prompting Gio's question about keeping fields green. Aaron Boone discussed being named Team USA captain, and Bryce Harper revealed he's having a baby boy with a blue bat. The hour ended with a caller suggesting Carlos Rodon as a middle reliever and Boomer recalling a coach who gave him a positive thinking book.
It's Friar Friday and Gwynn & Chris were joined by Padres reliever Alek Jacob to talk about the hot start to the season for the bullpen, who is the most whacky in the bullpen, and why he started throwing side arm.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) discuss bullpens where fantasy mangers can still take action to record more saves. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) discuss bullpens where fantasy mangers can still take action to record more saves. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) discuss bullpens where fantasy mangers can still take action to record more saves.
4-8 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants lose as Camilo Doval struggles; Sergio Romo weighs in on how a reliever can overcome bad outings as the season rolls onSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4-8 Sergio Romo speaks to the struggles of Camilo Doval but says getting back out there is the best medicine for a struggling relieverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4-8 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants lose as Camilo Doval struggles; Sergio Romo weighs in on how a reliever can overcome bad outings as the season rolls onSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4-8 Sergio Romo speaks to the struggles of Camilo Doval but says getting back out there is the best medicine for a struggling relieverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) predict every team's end-of-season saves leader. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
If you're wondering if the tariffs are good for America, perhaps all we should do is look at the global reaction. Leaders of allies and enemies alike threw a hissy fit as the tariffs take effect and I'm having a hard time figuring out how this is bad for America. Miss Jessica has a favorite initiative of the Trump 2.0 administration... MAHA. She is a huge fan of Calley and Casey Means, special government employees working for RFK Jr and we have an incredible audio clip to prove her point. These folks go after health care fraud by confronting the perpetrators face to face. Royals Reliever Lucas Erceg has an incredible future.... but also a difficult past. He opens up about the demons he has defeated. College football coaches are talking big about fighting the NCAA, the Final Four is set and our Song of the Week is just increbible about our movement to fight back with free speech.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) predict every team's end-of-season saves leader. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Bump and Curtis are joined by Mariners reliever Collin Snider live at T-Mobile Field ahead of the Mariners series finale against the Tigers to look back on the first week of the season, they break down why the Mariners are making it hard not to panic about their offense just six games into the season, they give you their thoughts on the NFL rule changes and some Micah Parsons drama in Headline Rewrites, and they look at which Mariners made ESPN’s Top 100 MLB players list.
4-1 Jordan Hicks talked about the transition from reliever to starter & how he can improve on 2024 campaign after strong 1st start vs AstrosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) react to the notable bullpen usage from Opening Day 2025. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Tayler Saucedo joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain from T-Mobile Park on Opening Day to talk about playing for his favorite team growing up, his story of meeting Ichiro for the first time, his time in High School, and the bullpen.
00:00 High Five.12:40 Even more on the Nuggets.30:40 "NL West reliever or Love Island star?"
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) preview the closer and discuss a key storyline for every National League bullpen ahead of the 2025 campaign. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The PenRick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) preview the closer and discuss a key storyline for every American League bullpen ahead of the 2025 campaign. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
In The Pen Rick Graham (@IAmRickGraham) and Jake Crumpler (@jakecrumpler) discuss the relievers their targeting and fading in 2025 fantasy drafts. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss spring injury updates and a new potential closer entering the mix in Texas, before digging into how the conversation and analysis of relief pitchers should change with a greater emphasis on leverage index and win probability added, and other existing metrics. Plus, they look at teams effectively building bullpens in different ways, and wonder if there is a better way to measure the overall quality of a bullpen based on the different looks and pitches a group offers.Rundown2:57 Spring Training News & Notes13:40 A Sleeper for Saves in Texas?19:33 Increasing the Conversation Around Leverage Index25:25 Shutdowns & Meltdowns31:55 Finding Ways to Appropriately Value Cade Smith Relative to Emmanuel Clase41:11 Building a Bullpen with Varying Looks50:19 Would a Smaller Strike Zone Reduce Pitcher Injuries?58:20 How Much Pain Are Pitchers Throwing Through Day-to-Day?1:05:42 Name! That! Dude! (Season Series entering 3.6.25: Trevor 1, Eno 0)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay@bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiperBonus: A closer video mentioned during this episode: https://www.startribune.com/volume-up-lights-down-it-s-fernando-rodney-s-awesome-entry-video/479161213 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss spring injury updates and a new potential closer entering the mix in Texas, before digging into how the conversation and analysis of relief pitchers should change with a greater emphasis on leverage index and win probability added, and other existing metrics. Plus, they look at teams effectively building bullpens in different ways, and wonder if there is a better way to measure the overall quality of a bullpen based on the different looks and pitches a group offers. Rundown 2:57 Spring Training News & Notes 13:40 A Sleeper for Saves in Texas? 19:33 Increasing the Conversation Around Leverage Index 25:25 Shutdowns & Meltdowns 31:55 Finding Ways to Appropriately Value Cade Smith Relative to Emmanuel Clase 41:11 Building a Bullpen with Varying Looks 50:19 Would a Smaller Strike Zone Reduce Pitcher Injuries? 58:20 How Much Pain Are Pitchers Throwing Through Day-to-Day? 1:05:42 Name! That! Dude! (Season Series entering 3.6.25: Trevor 1, Eno 0) Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay@bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Bonus: A closer video mentioned during this episode: https://www.startribune.com/volume-up-lights-down-it-s-fernando-rodney-s-awesome-entry-video/479161213 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices