Podcast appearances and mentions of Rob Manfred

Gene reacts to the World Cup Final between Spain & Argentina. He loved it, even the half-time show. When will the US host again? Will Lionel Messi be back in 4 years? Penfield in the Little League World Series. When will Aaron Judge return? The Red Hot Red Sox. Plus Giant NFL news & more.

The Sports Bar full jammed packed show: Gene reacts to the World Cup Final & FIFA overall. He has high praise for US & North America for hosting. When will the US host again? Is Messi back in 4 years? Rich Nightingale & Penfield baseball check in from the Little League World Series. Will LeBron ever make his decision? Silver Lining? Timmy's Hot Take, The new nostalgic Knighthawks.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, please visit our Patreon. With Ben Lindbergh serving jury duty, Meg Rowley is joined by Baseball Prospectus editor-in-chief Craig Goldstein. The pair discuss the perils of hotel pillows and showers, then turn their attention to the 2026 All-Star Game, how the in-person experience compares to the TV one, and the challenges of making it a fun event relative to the Home Run Derby. Then Craig offers his thoughts on the CBA negotiations and Rob Manfred’s approach to communicating (38:58), before he and Meg discuss a few of the things they are looking forward to (and one thing they’re dreading) about the season’s second half, including the White Sox, good teams playing well, a potentially weird deadline, and Pete Crow-Armstrong. Audio intro: El Warren, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to the Five and Dive episode where Craig discusses the Rays Link to Craig on the weird deadline ahead Link to Steven Goldman on the All-Star Game Link to Jake Mintz on the All-Star Game Sandlot tribute Link to Jayson Stark on the AL’s All-Star pitching dominance Link to Andy McCullough on the All-Star Game Link to Michael Baumann on Philly as the haters’ All-Star Game Link to Katie Woo on Jordan Walker Link to Ben Clemens on Dillion Dingler Link to Davy Andrews on Pete Crow-Armstrong Link to Ryan Blake on Lance McCullers Jr. Trade Link to Dan Szymborski on an AL team with a losing record making the postseason Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

The guys run through the biggest stories from Friday July 17, 2026AF1 Regular Season FinaleYankees 2nd Half of SeasonRob Manfred Salary Cap NonsenseDark Side of the Ring TNA ThoughtsWeekend ThoughtsGod of War TV Show InjuryYou can follow the guys on X@TheJeffLevack@TomGozzDownload/subscribe/rate/review podcast sideApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/levack-and-goz/id1576809216Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2I8ULjisMxu9qQlUWy8dB7

Henry Lake shares two segments with Sheletta Brundidge on a Feisty Friday to open the hour. Later, Henry says it's crazy for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred to want to force players to participate in the 2028 Olympics. Plus, what's with the Star Tribune putting out a piece now about Mike Lindell's financial struggles?

Henry Lake says it's ridiculous for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred to try forcing players to participate in the 2028 Olympics.

Gideon Hamilton in for Jim today. Were you bothered by the technical glitches and obscure conditions in the Mets–Phillies game last night? Rob Manfred buys ad space on local broadcasts to rail against the Players Union. What will SEC Football fanbases and athletic departments do if their teams underperform?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about all aspects of the Home Run Derby spectator experience, both in the ballpark and from afar: the new format, the Netflix broadcast, the Philly fans, Jordan Walker’s win, and more. Then (49:12) they discuss how All-Star selections increasingly reflect same-season performance, Bruce Meyer’s and Rob Manfred’s comments to the BBWAA, negotiations over MLB players’ participation in the 2028 Olympics, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Ceddanne Rafaela’s mutual lovefest, and the ice-cold A’s and red-hot Red Sox. Audio intro: Jonathan Crymes, “Effectively Wild Theme 2” Audio outro: Moon Hound, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to FG HRD recap Link to LHB-heavy preview Link to MLB HRD notes Link to LHB park factors Link to RHB park factors Link to “Year of the LHH” post Link to MLB.com on Walker Link to list of youngest HRD winners Link to Walker on inspirational value Link to historical HRD results Link to McGwire Simpsons scene Link to Marchand on Netflix Link to Sam on the Derby’s future Link to HRD X wiki Link to Meg’s Arozarena photo Link to Posnanski on the HRD Link to Philly Drew/batteries incident Link to Philly Santa Claus incident Link to Paine on All-Star selections Link to past EW discussion on selections Link to Manfred competitive balance quote Link to Meyer on MLB.TV ads Link to Meyer/Manfred messaging summary Link to Passan on the Olympics Link to Drellich on the Olympics Link to The West Wing quote Link to Rafaela/PCA article Link to FG WAR leaderboard Link to playoff odds changes Link to A’s firing article Link to team road FIP Link to team home FIP Link to team batting WAR Link to Sheehan on the Sox Link to conn wiki Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Big Ben talks about the low-scoring 2026 MLB All-Star game, the new features of the game, Rob Manfred campaigning for an MLB salary cap, Maller to the Third Degree, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, Password: Word Game of the Stars, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Rob Manfred campaigning for an MLB salary cap, Manfred admitting that he "failed" with the luxury tax, the player's union calling MLB's commercials for a salary cap "perverse", Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cavs seem to be one of the final teams that are still in contention for LeBron James. Does the Cleveland fan base want him for a third time? Can the Guardians take control of the AL Central in the second half of the season? Rob Manfred puts his foot in his mouth... Again. Hall of Famer Paul Hoynes and Luca from RealCavsFans.com join the program.

Will there be a salary cap implemented in the new collective bargaining agreement between the MLBPA and MLB? Comments from players and Commissioner Rob Manfred say both sides could not be further away in discussions.

Jeff thinks there will be a lockout, but owners will cave. He doesn't know if owners as that invested to go without baseball for a year to gain a cap and floor. 

Hour 3 with Jeff Hathhorn: A salary floor is as important as a cap. MLBPA Director Bruce Meyer and Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke about the state of baseball. They disagree on a ton. Jeff thinks there will be a lockout, but owners will cave. He doesn't know if owners as that invested to go without baseball for a year to gain a cap and floor. 

Paul Skenes had a very weird interaction with a reporter last night. During his media availability, a reporter called him a "future Yankee". Crowley says that this is the only sport where that happens. The reporter was chastised by many in the Pittsburgh media. The All Star Game is meant to be fun and now it has been tarnished for Pirates fans. Jeff Passan said that the new format was going to suck, Bryce Harper kicked Rob Manfred out of a locker room, and Paul Skenes was told he is going to be a future Yankee. This is where we are in baseball right now. Crowley says we are entering a very dark period in the sport. What is the thing that snakes live in called? Crowley breaks down his top four moments from the Pirates' first half of the season. Bryan Reynolds' walk-off home run vs old friend Derek Shelton, Esmerlyn Valdez's grand slam, Tyler Callihan hitting his home run off Shohei Ohtani, and Ryan O'Hearn's 3 home runs and 10 RBIs make up the list. A lot of people texted in that Konnor Griffin's RBI double in his debut should have been among Crowley's best moments.This is the most fun Pirates team to watch since when? Even though there have been some really bad losses so far this year, they have been a lot of fun to watch. Nick Yorke's walk off single in the series against the Orioles is another honorable mention. Crowley says don't eat your veggies unless you cook them. There is something going around and veggies are to blame. Apple Cider season is almost upon us meaning it is almost time for football.

Paul Skenes had a very weird interaction with a reporter last night. During his media availability, a reporter called him a "future Yankee". Crowley says that this is the only sport where that happens. The reporter was chastised by many in the Pittsburgh media. The All Star Game is meant to be fun and now it has been tarnished for Pirates fans. Jeff Passan said that the new format was going to suck, Bryce Harper kicked Rob Manfred out of a locker room, and Paul Skenes was told he is going to be a future Yankee. This is where we are in baseball right now. Crowley says we are entering a very dark period in the sport.

The Players Union and Rob Manfred are meeting today before the ASG to discuss a potential salay cap. Will anything positive ever come of these talks? Michael McKenry joined Jeff Hathhorn earlier today and said that this Pirates team is better than the one from 2013. Poni and Mueller think that this is a little bit crazy to say, even though they would agree that this year's Pirates team has a better lineup than the team from 2013. Donny Football Debrief – Jon Gruden reportedly wants to make a comeback to the NFL, this time as a play-by-play guy.

Give me the word for Phillies ace Zack Wheeler campaigning for an All-Star spot, then rejecting a replacement offer? ... How did Rob Manfred screw up the pronunciation of the White Sox first pick? ... Texans are holding off on giving QB C.J. Stroud a big extension. How does this land for you?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MLB Draft took place over the weekend. Connor and Mike react to the Huskers who found a new home, their teams' draft picks, and Rob Manfred mispronouncing a name.

Hour 2 features the latest on the LeBron James sweepstakes as Joe Rose and the guys debate when the superstar will finally make his decision, along with reaction to the reported Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro altercation and how social media played a role in escalating the situation. Omar Kelly joins the show to discuss the Dolphins' rebuilding process, comparing the current roster to Miami's 2019 rebuild, the biggest questions surrounding Malik Willis and the defensive line, potential additions like Stefon Diggs, expectations for Chop Robinson, and the importance of draft picks. The hour wraps up with Hollywood's Headlines, including Conor McGregor's loss to Max Holloway and the controversy surrounding Rob Manfred's MLB Draft announcement mistake

HR1 - Despite his low interception numbers A.J. Terrell is a Top 10 cornerback in NFL In hour one Ali Mac, Dylan Mathews, and Mike Johnson, quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Pittsburgh Pirates last night in Pittsburgh 3-0 in game two of their three game series, explain why they think the Braves win last night over the Pirates looked a lot different than their other recent wins, react to an annual list ESPN puts out where NFL executives, coaches and scouts rank the top 10 running backs in the NFL, talk about Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson being ranked number one on the list this year, react to an annual list ESPN puts out where NFL executives, coaches and scouts rank the top 10 cornerbacks in the NFL, talk about Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell not making the top 10 and just being an honorable mention on the list, explain why they think A.J.'s low interception numbers doesn't mean he's not a Top 10 cornerback in the NFL, react to Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander announcing yesterday that he'll retire at the end of this season, react to the news that Verlander is going to make his 10th All-Star Game appearance next week after being named a Legend Pick by MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, react to the news that former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks and will be a strategic adviser for the Hawks and report to Atlanta president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh, explain why they think the hire is a good move for both sides, and then close out hour one by re-living and talking about one of the greatest moments in wrestling history.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about two significant MLB debuts on NBC’s “Star-Spangled Sunday” (by Eddy Yean and Eliezer Alfonzo), the fallout from the Marlins pulling Eury Pérez mid-perfecto, a rare fog delay, the All-Star Game rosters (featuring a very normal number of Blue Jays, and also Rob Manfred’s good buddy Bryce Harper), whether the league set a target home-run rate (and whether that would be a bad thing), and the rotation durability of the Cards and Guards. Audio intro: Liz Panella, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: PJ Harding, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to “Star-Spangled Sunday” explainer Link to minor league draft scoreboard Link to Yean’s cart clip Link to Yean debut article Link to bullpen cart driver episode Link to team RP WAR Link to Alfonzo article 1 Link to Alfonzo article 2 Link to Contreras apology Link to B-Ref’s new debuts Link to Pérez article Link to Sheehan on pulling Pérez Link to Ben on Marlins play-by-play Link to 2016 Hill article Link to 2022 Kershaw article Link to 2022 Scherzer article Link to Stripling on his debut Link to Bachar’s Instagram Link to fog game article 1 Link to fog game article 2 Link to BP on the fog game Link to foggy ABS clip Link to Fog Bowl wiki Link to Statcast Hawk-Eye explainer Link to All-Star rosters announcement Link to Vladito back injury info Link to Harper All-Star story Link to 2025 Harper/Manfred story Link to recent episode on baseball behavior Link to MLB statement Link to Baseball Savant drag dashboard Link to 2026 Athletic ball article Link to 2025 Athletic ball article Link to 2022 ball article 1 Link to 2022 ball article 2 Link to 2022 humidor article Link to 2021 ball-deadening article Link to eyeblack ball report Link to NPB ball scandal article Link to NPB ball scandal outcome Link to Strange-Gordon farming info Link to NBA deflation scandals Link to Sheehan on the Cards/Guards Link to BP IL Ledger Link to SP used per team Link to team SP FB velo Link to team SP WAR Link to Pitcher List on Guardians SP stuff Link to Thress Pérez/Bachar post Link to RE24 explainer Link to SP/RP RE24 data Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

The WIP Morning Team reignites the MLB All-Star Game starter debate and wonder if Cristopher Sanchez still deserves to get the nod after a disastrous outing against the Royals yesterday. James and Eliot go back and forth on who Rob Manfred will choose to start the game between Sanchez and Brewers young ace Jacob Misiorowski. Joe also continues the discussion about Joel Embiid's roster status and reacts to some audio from Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens.

Padres surprise everyone with a sweep of the Braves. Can they continue this winning streak against the Dodgers? MLB News Giants, Yankees, Mets, Rob Manfred, MLBPA, Bruce Meyer. NBA Draft News Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls, Clippers, Nets, Kings, Mavericks, Bucks, Warriors, Thunder, Spurs. Lakers + Clippers Update. USA vs Turkey. Coach Pochettino Leadershi. NHL Draft Maple Leafs, Sharks, Canucks, Sabres. NHL Trades Senators, Sabres, Maple Leafs, Wizards. NHL Trade Rumors Jets, Rangers, Red Wings, Oilers, Stars, Ducks, Canucks. Plus, PGA, Detroit Lions, NFL, NCAA. Holy Moly! Drop your questions and comments in the live chat on YouTube, Facebook, or X to get into Fans Forum! Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, June 25, 2026. 1)…BIG WEEKEND BASEBALL-PETCO PARK…DODGERS/PADRES “BOUNCEBACK WEEKEND” 2A) …MLB-UNION TALKS…ROB MANFRED/BRUCE MEYER “CHANGE IN FREE AGENCY” 2B) …MLB NOTEBOOK…GIANTS/YANKEES/METS “PROBLEM PLAYERS” ————— 3)…NBA DRAFT WEEK- “BLUE CHIP BASKETBALL” WASH… UTAH MEMPHIS…CHICAGO CLIPPERS…BROOKLYN        SACRAMENTO DALLAS…BUCKS WARRIORS…THUNDER          SPURS 4A) …NBA TRADE BOARD “BLOCKBUSTER DEALS” 4B) …LAKERS-CLIPPERS MAKE STATEMENTS “BIG NIGHT GUARDS-BIG MONEY” ——————— 5)…WORLD CUP SOCCER…TEAM USA MOVE ON “DECISION NIGHT…WIN-MOVE ON” 6)…USA…HEAD COACH DIFFERENCE MAKER…MAURICIO POCHETTINO “IMPACT LEADER’ …I WAS SHOCKED AT COMPLACENCY …YOU ARE NAIVE …WHAT HAVE YOU ACCOMPLISHED …REPUTATION MEANS NOTHING …GUARANTEED NOTHING ============= (HALFTIME)…DIXIELINE LUMBER ============== 7)…NHL DRAFT WEEKEND “TOP PICKS-NO SURPRISES” TORONTO…G MC KENNA SAN JOSE…I STENBURG VANC…C MAHOLTRA BUFF…C REID 8)…NHL…RECORD WEEK TRADES “11-DEALS-11 DAYS” OTTAWA BUFFALO TORONTO WASHINGTON 9)…NHL TRADE RUMOR CENTRAL “TRADE RUMOR CENTRAL” WINN…C HELLEBUYCK RANGERS…V TROCHECK DET..D LARKINS EDM…D NURSE DALL…J ROBERTSON ANA…M MCTAVISH VAN…E PETTERSSON ————– 10)…HEADLINES “OFF THE SPORTSWIRE” PGA TOUR DETROIT LIONS NFL NCAA ================ #MLB #yankees #mets #giants #PADRES #mannymachado #jpsears #DODGERS #shoheiohtani #daltonrushing #ANGELS #jazzchisolm #juansoto #busterposey #RAFAELDEVERS #robmanfred #BRUCEMEYER #nfl #LIONS #lakers #lebronjames #AUSTINREAVES #clippers #kawhileonard #timberwolves #mavericks #thunder #spurs #WARRIORS #grizzlies #BULLS #WIZARDS #jazz #jamorant #anthonyedwards #lameloball #lonzoball #TEXASTECH #brendansorsby #ducks #masonmctavish #nhl #CAPITALS #MAPLELEAFS #OILERS #canucks #rangers #sharks #jets #redwings #AUSTONMATTHEWS #teamusa #christianpulisic #earlinghaaland #chuckylozano #MauricioPochettino #fifa #worldcup2026 #tigerwoods #pga Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw’s Insider’s Group. It’s free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com

Major league baseball has be proposing new changes to the game left and right lately. With a new CBA negotiation underway and predictably relentless push for a Salary Cap imminent, the downtrodden billionaires decided it was the perfect opportunity to overhaul the amateur draft as well. There was a lot in the proposal, so I'll dive deep on every point and give you my two cents. 

   Josh Hawley just will not stop misleading voters about this SF Giants Pride Night story.  Hawley got a letter back from MLB commish Rob Manfred and immediately fibbed with a post about what the letter says.  It's unreal he's doing this.  Hawley was wrong, this was not an MLB issue.  It was a Giants issue and I'd be thrilled if he went on the attack and found out what the Giants did.  But baseball has done nothing wrong and actually has a fine policy in place.     A far left judge born in Trinidad and worked for Sonia Sotomayor is the latest to stop President Trump with a ruling.  This tiime, the court rules the government cannot use it's own data bases to verify is a person is a citizen or not and eligible to vote.  This is nuts.    A new AI generated song and video called "Keir Starmer is a wanker" has gone viral, we'll play it for you.  Vandals at the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool are being detained.   In sports, Lionel Messi does it again for Argentina, this player is the best of all time.   OU was picked 14th in the SEC pre season baseball poll and wins the national title.  The SEC is officially now a baseball conference, not football.  A Golf Channel analyst calls Long Island golf fans a "stain on the game," and he's right.  The Royals get a great outing from Michael Wacha in a win over the Rays, a Sportscenter legend is retiring and an up and coming music star has been charged with a felony after destroying his hotel room.

The Braves waste another strong pitching effort in a 1-0 loss to the Padres, Jazz Chisholm sparks controversy with a Blow Pop on the field, Rob Manfred backtracks on the Giants' Pride Night dispute, Oklahoma captures another SEC College World Series title, World Cup action heats up, NHL expansion rumors swirl, and much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only in St. Louis. A city firefighter is on administrative leave after surveillance cameras caught him doing his business in a box at Lambert Airport — and now food safety investigators are asking the questions nobody wanted to ask. Only on the Marc Cox Morning Show do you get the full, unfiltered story. Then Marc and Kim turn to Major League Baseball's response to the San Francisco Giants scripture controversy — Rob Manfred says it was all a misunderstanding, but the bottom line is clear: pride flags get grandfathered in, scripture gets flagged. And ahead of this weekend's Pride Fest in the Grove, St. Louis's mayor is shutting bars down at midnight after two people were shot and six arrested at last year's event — and the LGBTQ advisory board is calling it emotional abuse. The Marc Cox Morning Show covers the stories St. Louis needs to hear, even when they're messy. Don't touch that dial. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #StLouisMorningBrief #LambertAirport #MLB #SanFranciscoGiants #ChristianDiscrimination #PrideFest #StLouis #TheGrove #JoshHawley #ElectionIntegrity #MarcCox #KimStOnge #STL #ConservativeRadio

First, Jeff looks at the Mets' week and why he "loathes" Freddy Peralta. Then, Joe Buccino is here (6:15) to discuss his new book, When Every Word Counts. We discuss how Carlos Mendoza, David Stearns, Steve Cohen, and Rob Manfred could improve their communication skills. Join us! #Mets #LGMYou can purchase Joe's book here: https://a.co/d/00emA0rO

Last Call Is For You: Ernie Clement gets our vote. Where will Tarik Skubal end up? Plus Gene's World Series suggestion.

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar: Terrible Time Timmy's Not So Terrible Take. A ribbon cutting ceremony at New Highmark Stadium. Winter Olympic news, The Wolverines need a new head coach. Straight Up: Giannis Antetokounmpo. NHL & NBA Drafts On Tap. Please Vote Ernie Clement.

Full Show Broadcast. Gene has your hockey fill. Dennis Bernstein from The 4th Period & SiriusXM talks NHL & the Sabres ahead of the NHL Draft Friday in Buffalo. Alex Tuch or Bo Byram? The Ottawa Senators traded Brady Tkachuk to The Florida Panthers. Gene reflects on throwing gass at the Red Wings game Friday. Why is there a ribbon cutting ceremony at New Highmark Stadium Tuesday? Timmy's Hot Take, Wyndham Clark, Winter Olympic news and the great Ernie Clement.

Guest Host Andrew Siciliano, Brockman and TJ preview the USMNT vs Australia in their pivotal 2nd World Cup match and recaps his experience watching Switzerland vs Bosnia in-person at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.   The Athletic's Tyler Kepner and Andrew break down the MLB season to-date including the breakout season by Milwaukee Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski, the chances the Detroit Tigers trade their ace Tarik Skubal, the Cleveland Guardians' freakish rash of injuries to key players, the promising class of rookies this year, Rob Manfred's seismic proposal to exclude high school players from the MLB Draft, and more.   The guys react to Rich's Linda Cohn interview on his new ‘This Was SportsCenter' podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘consistency' as in rules as in hats as in Pride as in protest as in anger. What is going on? Why is the Vice President tweeting about this? Why are senators asking for answers from Rob Manfred? There is so much misguided anger about this situation. So let's explain. (23:00) What is the latest with CBA negotiations? Is the league and the union speaking? Now we have former players coming forward. (28:50) John Fisher has finally spoken with the media. What are his thoughts? He is sorry for how he handled himself. (37:17) Review: Dreams. (39:17) NPPOD. (45:25) The Mariners are going full piggyback. That means two starters per game through the All-Star break! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘consistency' as in rules as in hats as in Pride as in protest as in anger. What is going on? Why is the Vice President tweeting about this? Why are senators asking for answers from Rob Manfred? There is so much misguided anger about this situation. So let's explain. (23:00) What is the latest with CBA negotiations? Is the league and the union speaking? Now we have former players coming forward. (28:50) John Fisher has finally spoken with the media. What are his thoughts? He is sorry for how he handled himself. (37:17) Review: Dreams. (39:17) NPPOD. (45:25) The Mariners are going full piggyback. That means two starters per game through the All-Star break! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning On Campus - Joel Klatt takes over for Kirk Herbstreit Drive Around The Sports World Need a hotel for for the World Cup? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, we had to do a show today. The Knicks took Game 1 of the NBA Finals over the Spurs. Jalen Brunson was the hero of New York again. What a clutch performance. Wemby did not have a great game. Was it nerves? (10:30) Adam Silver spoke before Game 1. He had some big stories to speak on: Aspiration and the Clippers, expansion, NBA Europe. (21:20) Rob Manfred met with the media on Wednesday. Everything he says is important right now. Let's breakdown all the topics he chose to hit on from CBT to a strike to the Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, we had to do a show today. Wrapping up my time in Germany, but had a few minutes to spare! The Knicks took Game 1 of the NBA Finals over the Spurs. Jalen Brunson was the hero of New York again. What a clutch performance. Wemby did not have a great game. Was it nerves? (10:30) Adam Silver spoke before Game 1. He had some big stories to speak on: Aspiration and the Clippers, expansion, NBA Europe. (21:20) Rob Manfred met with the media on Wednesday. Everything he says is important right now. Let's breakdown all the topics he chose to hit on from CBT to a strike to the Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Rob Manfred saying that MLB is 'addressing fans' concerns, if this is the end of the line for Nick Castellanos after getting fired by the Padres, Browns coach Todd Monken taking a meeting with Deion Sanders, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode.   This episode is brought to you by Samuel Adams.  https://www.samueladams.com/cheers-to-250   For 25% off your order, head to Bonobos.com/TODAY and use code TODAY.   https://fanaticsmarkets.onelink.me/3MFw?pid=jomboy&af_dp=fanmarkets%3A%2F%2Fhomepage&af_channel=partnerships&c=jomboy_fmx&af_ad=youtube&af_web_dp=https%3A%2F%2Ffanaticsmarkets.com%2F%3Fpid%3Djomboy%26c%3Djomboy_fmx%26af_ad%3Dyoutube%26utm_source%3Djomboy%26utm_medium%3Dreferral%26utm_campaign%3Djomboy_fmx%26utm_content%3Dyoutube   Event contracts carry risk of total loss and changing prices. Not good  for all investors. Not available in all states. Must be 21+. See Important Disclosures in Fanatics Markets app. Customers are introduced to Crypto.com by Paragon Global Markets, LLC, d/b/a Fanatics Markets IB, an Introducing Broker registered with the CFTC and a Member of the NFA.   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 03:05 Cristopher Sanchez's scoreless streak ends at 50.1 innings 14:36 Guardians beat the Yankees again! 24:13 What a season so far for Shohei on the mound 32:27 Are the Pirates going to stay in this thing? 40:32 Happy with Rob Manfred's honesty or don't care for it? 47:10 OUTRO   Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports   Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose   Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe   Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to how the Pirates handled revealing details behind this developing story of major interest to fans of the team. Also, did MLB commissioner Rob Manfred save baseball? And MLB insider Matt Clement comes on The Fan Hotline. June 2, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Ken, Lima and producer John analyze the potential impact of an MLB salary floor on small-market teams, specifically focusing on the Cleveland Guardians' strategy of retaining homegrown talent. The discussion compares the MLB to other professional leagues and evaluates whether commissioner Rob Manfred's recent changes have helped or hindered the sport's growth. 01:32 - Guardians Salary Floor 04:46 - Draft Class Comparison 08:12 - CBA Approval Challenges 12:45 - Commissioner Rob Manfred

Lynnell is BACK in the saddle for tonight's edition of OT. We kick off the show by discussing the Nats hot streak at the plate and James Wood's Aura. Then, we hit do a quick hit on Lynnell's experiences at Commanders' OTAs. Afterwards, we're graced with the presence of our pal Spencer Nussbaum. Next, we break down Rob Manfred's comments on avoiding a work stoppage and Victor Wenbanyama looks ready to do some DAMAGE. Finally, Lynnell is curious about the Honking culture around the DMV.

Today's word of the day is ‘misdirection' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in proposal as in offer. The union has sent its first offering to the league. A press release. Talking points. Salaries. Taxes. Floors. Caps. Let's cover it all! (30:20) All the commissioners were on Pat McAfee yesterday. Rob Manfred made an appearance. Interesting. (31:50) Franchise valuations as part of the CBA in baseball? Hmm. I don't think The Athletic is correct here. (38:40) Review: Margo's Got Money Troubles. (40:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘misdirection' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in CBA as in proposal as in offer. The union has sent its first offering to the league. A press release. Talking points. Salaries. Taxes. Floors. Caps. Let's cover it all! (30:20) All the commissioners were on Pat McAfee yesterday. Rob Manfred made an appearance. Interesting. (31:50) Franchise valuations as part of the CBA in baseball? Hmm. I don't think The Athletic is correct here. (38:40) Review: Margo's Got Money Troubles. (40:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bob Condotta joins Bump and Curtis to recap the Seahawks’ OTAs and his main takeaways,  then in Headline Rewrites Ian Rapoport says there could be a new Seahawks’ owner by the start of the season, the MLB may have a salary cap incoming, the Apple cup is back Sunday September 6th at 1PM, in NFL Headlines we have some updates on Mahomes and Micah Parsons, as well as some dark horse NFC teams that could make a run, then Bump and Curtis react to Rob Manfred’s takes on the state of baseball.   

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 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. GT Baseball coach James Ramsey joins us Covering The Bases - Braves with a dud Today In Baseball History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 a Fenway dud On Campus - A brash Greg Sankey Kendrick Perkins explains himself See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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