Podcast appearances and mentions of Tim Kurkjian

How disappointing has Carlos Rodon been? How big was Judge's homerun to tie the game? Audio files featuring Tim Kurkjian, and some Buster Olney cuts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo fills in for Buster Olney. Jorge chats with Tim Kurkjian about the environment in the Rogers Center over the weekend, how Pat Murphy is a step ahead of Craig Counsell, why we'll likely see Paul Goldschmidt in the Yankee lineup over Ben Rice, the pop in the Blue Jays' offense, and young pitchers continuing to impress this postseason. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:53 Tim Kurkjian 29:00 Sarah Langs 30:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo fills in for Buster Olney. Jorge chats with Tim Kurkjian about the environment in the Rogers Center over the weekend, how Pat Murphy is a step ahead of Craig Counsell, why we'll likely see Paul Goldschmidt in the Yankee lineup over Ben Rice, the pop in the Blue Jays' offense, and young pitchers continuing to impress this postseason. Then, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:53 Tim Kurkjian 29:00 Sarah Langs 30:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Schaap is a wildly successful journalist, winning eleven Emmy Awards and entertaining millions over the years with his incredible writing and storytelling. If you've noticed, we've actually been quoting him on the show a whole lot lately because we found out that he's a member of the family—just like YOU!That's right, Jeremy Schaap is a fan of the podcast, which is extremely flattering given his unbelievable ability to captivate an audience. We discuss his latest project on Jim Abbott (a former guest of our show) and his obsession with Bobby Fischer (there's a tie-in to Tim, of course).As a father-son show, of course we have to bring up his father, the legendary Dick Schaap. The stories that father-son pairing has are just out of this world. Reminiscing about the late, great Dick Schaap was a joy for all of us.Please let us know what you think of the show by taking a minute to write a quick review and give us a rating. Thank you for listening, and thanks for being a part of our family. Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hall of Famer Tim Kurkjian gets us all excited for the 2025 postseason with his son, Jeff! Safe to say the ending of this regular season was SO exciting, last minute inclusions to the postseason and heartbreaking endings. We cover it all on this episode.Plus, Tim gives us not one but TWO Team Tim's that have had our audience captivated from the very beginning. They highlight the resilience of teams like the Guardians and Red Sox, delve into MVP candidates like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, and preview the Wild Card matchups. The conversation also touches on memorable moments in baseball history, quirky facts, and some really impactful On This Dates. As the playoffs begin, they express their anticipation for the thrilling moments that October will bring.Thanks for being with us throughout the season. The easiest way to support our show is SHARE with a friend or family member who loves this game or is just learning all about it. That goes a long way! Thank you for listening.  Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with a look back on the Jays' win over the Boston Red Sox last night and a look ahead to the final series of the regular season against the Mariners. Then, Tim Kurkjian joins the show (10:35) to tee up what could be one of the most exciting closing weeks of an MLB regular season in recent memory. They break down the current division races, the MVP races, and much more. Then, live from Bethpage Black, Adam Stanley joins the show (25:30) to break down day one of the Ryder Cup. They break down the creativity of the boisterous fans, Scottie Scheffler's Ryder Cup record, Keegan Bradley's decision-making as captain, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off discussing the Florida Panthers, who could be without captain Aleksander Barkov for the season, how the Atlantic division could shape up with the Panthers' injuries, and more. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Thank you to Kevin Brown for joining our podcast! We have talked about him enough to warrant an excellent appearance for all of you. Kevin and Jeff Kurkjian both attended Syracuse University however just missed each other by just one year. Imagine that dynamic duo working at the same station at the same time? Unstoppable. But nonetheless, Kevin Brown went from college to do big things as a broadcaster including calling games with our very own Tim Kurkjian, an even better duo we might add. He currently serves as the play-by-play broadcaster for the Baltimore Orioles working along side a former guest of ours, the great Jim Palmer. Let us just say, we've had a lot of guests at this point and his impression of Palmer might be the best impression we've had (Jason Benetti, you're in the conversation don't worry). We want to thank Kevin Brown for his time, yes, this is broadcaster Kevin Brown, not the former big leaguer (wait until you see the autographed ball Kevin Brown has). Thanks for taking the time to listen, make sure to share this episode with a friend who loves baseball and laughter as much as we do. And a special shoutout to the WJPZ family that took time to listen or watch this episode, it means a lot! If you would like to support more, hit the follow or subscribe button! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Bump and Stacy are joined by ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian to get his thoughts on the Mariners chances of winning the AL West and where Cal Raleigh stands in the MVP race, they get you ready for the final nine games of the season with Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer, they answer your questions about the Seahawks week three matchup against the Saints and the offensive line in Four Down Territory, and they look back on the Mariners winning the MLB’s first shift violation challenge in the Timeline. 

Can you believe we are almost wrapped up with the regular season? This year has FLOWN by but boy is this an exciting time! We continue from Ozzie To Orel with numbers 46 and 47, plus the greatest Cleveland baseball player of all time, very much up for debate to many but Tim says he's nailed it. We also rake through some amazing Quirkjians and Takeaways including Shohei Ohtani madness and Cal Raleigh records. Plus maybe the biggest most complicated Team Tim of all time and Tim Kurkjian didn't even come up with this one. Shout out to Dan Simon for making this incredible effort, make sure to check him out!If you are considering becoming a part of our family, just make sure to hit subscribe and follow from wherever you watch or listen, that means a whole lot to us! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Cal Raleigh's pure strength, Aaron Judge dragging the Yankees back from the abyss, whether the Brewers or Phillies will clinch the No. 1 see in the National League, the Dodgers' disintegrating bullpen, the surging Guardians, the Red Sox missing Roman Anthony and the Blue Jays unleashing Trey Yesavage. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about whether Judge makes his list of five best right-handed hitters ever, Freddy Peralta being the most underrated ace in baseball, and the most frustratingly average team in baseball. During Bleacher Tweets, Buster talks about Ken Rosenthal tripping over Milwaukee's team photographer, and Jomboy addressing the reporting on Aroldis Chapman locating his inside fastball. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 12:57 Tim Kurkjian 34:01 Hembo 50:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Cal Raleigh's pure strength, Aaron Judge dragging the Yankees back from the abyss, whether the Brewers or Phillies will clinch the No. 1 see in the National League, the Dodgers' disintegrating bullpen, the surging Guardians, the Red Sox missing Roman Anthony and the Blue Jays unleashing Trey Yesavage. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about whether Judge makes his list of five best right-handed hitters ever, Freddy Peralta being the most underrated ace in baseball, and the most frustratingly average team in baseball. During Bleacher Tweets, Buster talks about Ken Rosenthal tripping over Milwaukee's team photographer, and Jomboy addressing the reporting on Aroldis Chapman locating his inside fastball. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 12:57 Tim Kurkjian 34:01 Hembo 50:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of our show, today we honor those who hit from both sides of the plate. Cal Raleigh and Mickey Mantle now have something in common, forever. Plus, another Team Tim about the dentist's office, trust me, we make it make sense. Will the New York Mets bounce back? Tim Kurkjian has a thought on their slump. On this date in baseball history, a whole lot happened including a homerun milestone and a couple big birthdays. But, almost most importantly, today Jeff's daughter starts something pretty amazing. Every parent has this moment with their kiddo, "it is time" as said in The Lion King!Thanks for listening, make sure to find the link below to message Tim directly with questions and comments! GreatGameOrWhat.com is the best place. Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tony opens the show by talking about an issue he has with the new format for the Washington Post App, and also about having a vertigo attack over the weekend and how he's dealing with a fly infestation in his house. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the big games in the NFL and college from the weekend, Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about what a great season Cal Raleigh is having and whether he should be the MVP over Aaron Judge, and whether Kyle Schwarber will beat out Ohtani for the NL MVP, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Ryan Jewel “Drinkin' Town” ; “Barrel Full of Whiskey” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jim Abbott might be the greatest story in baseball history. His perseverance inspires us all and we couldn't be more grateful that he took the time for us. We discuss his no-hitter, a feat that is not easy to accomplishment. We also share with him a member of our family, McKinley Abbott (no relation), who was also born with arm differential and has taken to Jim's story for inspiration. At just nine years old, she has began playing softball and loves listening to our podcast with her dad, Andy. We discuss his time with some very big managers and also what it was like to represent the United States in the Olympics back in 1988. Of course, it wouldn't be our show if we didn't bring up OTHER sports, so we hear about his high school football career too and the importance of playing multiple sports. Leave it up to Tim Kurkjian to bring in the biggest guests and names, we recommend checking out "Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott" streaming now because it's absolutely incredible. If you liked our interview, follow or subscribe wherever you are listening or watching right now and thank you for your support!   Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

The 30th anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr.'s 2131 record-breaking game came with a fascinating finish as the Orioles hosted the Dodgers. This among so many other takeaway and Quirkjians. We have to say goodbye to one of the game's greats, Davey Johnson. Tim Kurkjian's stories about the (should be) Hall of Fame manager will make you smile and laugh through the difficult loss for the game of baseball. Just how good has Aroldis Chapman been these last couple months? Good enough for a Cy Young, we weigh in there. Walker vs Walker created a great moment for our show. And in honor of our guest for tomorrow's show, Jim Abbott, Tim created a team consisting only of big leaguers that never played a minor league game! Thanks for laughing with us and loving this game the way we do!  Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN NFL Analyst Luke Willson joins to discuss the biggest storylines from Week 1 of the NFL season, the Bills' big win against the Ravens and Aaron Rodgers' debut with the Steelers in the spotlight. ESPN MLB Analyst Tim Kurkjian joins to discuss the Blue Jays' placement in the AL East, Max Scherzer tipping pitches against the Yankees and the race in the division and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets on the Monday Night Football matchup.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 13-9 comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds to close out the series. They debate who is the Jays' MVP this season between George Springer and Bo Bichette, break down Shane Bieber's mid-game adjustments, and share their confidence levels in the bullpen heading into their pivotal series against the Yankees. Then, they get into where Anthony Santander would slot in if he gets healthy. Later, ESPN's Tim Kurkjian (28:00) stops by to discuss the stakes of the Jays/Yanks weekend series, Springer's miraculous resurgence, Bichette's open-market value, and he ranks his top three teams in each league. Finally, Jeff and Kevin open up the Back Leg Line to take your calls and questions!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Framer Valdez crossing up his catcher, Jason Adams going down for the Padres, the Red Sox extending Aroldis Chapman, the best team in the American League, Shane Bieber looking phenomenal and the Tigers slowing down. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about why the Mets stretch run will be defined by their rookie starters, Kyle Schwarber's career year and what it means for his next contract, and the Phillies' Nick Castellanos problem. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:10 Tim Kurkjian 31:39 Hembo 53:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Framer Valdez crossing up his catcher, Jason Adams going down for the Padres, the Red Sox extending Aroldis Chapman, the best team in the American League, Shane Bieber looking phenomenal and the Tigers slowing down. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about why the Mets stretch run will be defined by their rookie starters, Kyle Schwarber's career year and what it means for his next contract, and the Phillies' Nick Castellanos problem. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 10:10 Tim Kurkjian 31:39 Hembo 53:46 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss an exciting series between the Padres and Mariners, the Cal Raleigh-Aaron Judge MVP race coming down to the season's final month, Clayton Kershaw continuing to roll, the odd situation with Ketel Marte in Arizona, and which teams may see managerial changes this offseason. Then, Red GM Nick Krall stops by to talk about his team grinding in pursuit of a playoff spot, his moves at the trade deadline to bolster the squad, and his emphasis on playing clean. Later, Hembo on the Anthony Volpe situation continuing to fester, why base running isn't the Yankees' biggest issue, Trevor Rogers dominating, Will Smith holding the Dodgers lineup together, and Shane Bieber shoving for the Blue Jays. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:50 Tim Kurkjian 23:00 Reds GM Nick Krall 32:56 Hembo 62:29 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss an exciting series between the Padres and Mariners, the Cal Raleigh-Aaron Judge MVP race coming down to the season's final month, Clayton Kershaw continuing to roll, the odd situation with Ketel Marte in Arizona, and which teams may see managerial changes this offseason. Then, Red GM Nick Krall stops by to talk about his team grinding in pursuit of a playoff spot, his moves at the trade deadline to bolster the squad, and his emphasis on playing clean. Later, Hembo on the Anthony Volpe situation continuing to fester, why base running isn't the Yankees' biggest issue, Trevor Rogers dominating, Will Smith holding the Dodgers lineup together, and Shane Bieber shoving for the Blue Jays. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:50 Tim Kurkjian 23:00 Reds GM Nick Krall 32:56 Hembo 62:29 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adnan Virk is back as a guest again on our show. The stories this man has from sports and Hollywood are just undeniably incredible. We sat in the pocket as he made us laugh and cry journeying down memory lane. Adnan just released his first book, "Cinephile: Interviews, Essays, and Tales from the Red Carpet," which is available now wherever books are sold. If you are a member of our family, please support Adnan because he's the absolute best. His stories in the book, if you can believe it, are better than even the ones you hear in this episode. Supporting Adnan is like supporting us, so we very much appreciate it! Thanks so much to Adnan for chatting with us during his vacation and to YOU for taking the time to listen and laugh with us! Remember to subscribe and follow wherever you are listening right now! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Thanks for joining us for another episode of our show, today we continued our fascination with Cal Raleigh. He just broke a record over the weekend and we are here for it. Jeff traveled to Boston over the weekend and had a lot of fun touring Fenway Park. This encouraged Tim to offer a story he's never told publicly! Justin Verlander has struck out a lot of batters but just passed one of our favorites (required mention on the show, of course). Another great pitcher is celebrating a birthday that we celebration plus a tough day for Paul Molitor, all on this date in baseball history. And of course, another Team Tim, this one in celebration of Owen Wilson, the big leaguer, not the actor! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Wolf and Luke talk to former Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin and ESPN MLB analyst Tim Kurkjian joins the show.  

Tim Kurkjian joins Wolf and Luke to discuss what the Arizona Diamondbacks should do the rest of the season, Corbin Carroll's historic season, and the situations with the Diamondbacks and Ketel Marte.

(00:00-12:14) – Andrew has a trivia game for everyone after this weekend: Home run leaders by position. (12:14-20:40) – Today’s Headlines with Connor Thomas. (20:40-32:33) – ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian joins the show. (32:33-41:00) – What is your Phillies playoff rotation looking like now?

(00:00-10:40) – Today on Kincade & Salciunas, Andrew DiCecco fills in for John who is out al week. The guys begin the show asking: who is this Phillies team without Zack Wheeler? (10:40-16:54) – How different does the lineup look without Alec Bohm? (16:54-27:36) – The Eagles wrapped up their preseason Friday night against the Jets, and also made a few moves over the weekend, too. (27:36-36:41) – Checking the text line for the first time of the day, and Friday was also Andrew DiCecco day. (36:41-49:32) – Can you be angry with other teams in the city after a Super Bowl win? (49:32-57:22) – How aggressive are we all going to be in Week 1? (57:22-1:08:24) – What is Andrew DiCecco’s 53-man roster looking like? (1:08:24-1:17:05) – Power ranking the Eagles, where do they stand? (1:17:05-1:29:20) – Andrew has a trivia game for everyone after this weekend: Home run leaders by position. (1:29:20-1:37:45) – Today’s Headlines with Connor Thomas. (1:37:45-1:49:28) – ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian joins the show. (1:49:28-1:58:05) – What is your Phillies playoff rotation looking like now? (1:58:05-2:09:57) – Andrew needs to ask everyone a question about something that he just doesn’t understand, and it has to do with sports. (2:09:57-2:17:41) – The Brewers are looking unbeatable, and checking in on how the rest of the NL is shaping out for the playoffs. (2:17:41-2:29:30) – Deep diving into the upcoming Phillies vs. Mets series. (2:29:30-2:43:51) – Checking the text line for the final time of the day, and the KEY 3 wraps up Monday’s show.

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss why there is no rift between Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone following their differing injury assessments, if Tim is opening to realignment, Buster's belief the Royals are the 2025 Tigers, Tim's time in Williamsport, and Nolan McLean's athleticism. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about Zack Wheeler's injury news, Kyle Tucker's struggles and Nick Kurtz putting up freakish numbers. Plus, what are Buster and Tim serving their families on vacation? CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:04 Tim Kurkjian 29:14 Hembo 47:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss why there is no rift between Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone following their differing injury assessments, if Tim is opening to realignment, Buster's belief the Royals are the 2025 Tigers, Tim's time in Williamsport, and Nolan McLean's athleticism. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about Zack Wheeler's injury news, Kyle Tucker's struggles and Nick Kurtz putting up freakish numbers. Plus, what are Buster and Tim serving their families on vacation? CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:04 Tim Kurkjian 29:14 Hembo 47:01 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to our friends at GameChanger and Dick's Sporting Goods, we were yet again recording the podcast at the Little League World Series. If you missed our last episode, make sure to go back in the feed to watch our first part! Todd Frazier is a former Little League World Series champion and made a big league career out of it as well. In fact, Tim calls him "Mr. Little League World Series" because he's still loving and living Williamsport every single year. In fact, as a surprise, we brought him pins custom for the weekend and he was shocked. Plus, another surprise from Tim that almost made Todd cry. Karl Ravech is the voice of the Little League World Series and there's no debating it. He has been working alongside Tim Kurkjian at ESPN for 100 years and having him back again the show is a dream come true. We talk pins, Williamsport, inside broadcast jokes and more, we want you to be along for the journey. Thanks for listening or watching and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

We were honored to be asked back by our friends of GameChanger and Dick's Sporting Goods to record our podcast at their setup at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA. Let me tell you, every year it gets better because every year it gets bigger. This part of a two-part episode we recorded, on Wednesday, August 20th, you will hear from Tim and Jeff Kurkjian with Todd Frazier and Karl Ravech. An "interview" that all of you have been waiting for. It's a conversation between a bunch of guys that just love this game so much. We recap the Little League Game between the Mets and Mariners, different Takeaways and Quirkjians across the league. And back by popular demand, Tim awards a particularly hot team with the "GameChanger of the Week" and honestly, it's very well deserved. Williamsport is a perfect fit for our podcast because we encountered so many amazing families taking in the sites and sounds of this great game. Thanks for listening and thanks for being a part of our family! So glad to meet members of the family out in Williamsport, make sure to share this episode with some friends! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Tim came stacked full of birthdays today including one of a man who never played professional baseball but sure loves this game! We preview what we have in store of the Little League World Series this year including who our guests (yes, plural) will be on location.The MVP race is heating up and Tim makes a compelling argument for The Big Dumper. We go over the best to play the game of baseball wearing number 36 and 37. Plus, I don't think we can grasp just how good Ty Cobb was but the man was a beast (as we would say today, probably wouldn't say that exact phrase when he played). We get a lot of questions about supporting the podcast and how to help. The easiest way to do so is to share it with a friend. Wherever you are listening right now, copy the link and send it over to them! That means a whole lot to us. Thanks for being a part of our family! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Cal Raleigh as the main attraction during the Little League Classic in Williamsport, the Padres catching the Dodgers in the NL West, the Mariners catching the Astros in the AL West, the Brewers lighting up Paul Skenes, and how Skenes should handle his future on a bad team. Then, Dave Dombrowski talks about his conversations with the Twins when acquiring Jhoan Duran at the trade deadline, if he's ever fearful when executing a trade and the importance of relationships in his position. Later, Hembo on the Yankees' schedule advantage as they try to stay in the playoff race, the Mets' pitching woes, three reasons why Milwaukee is the best team in baseball, Jerry Dipoto building the best lineup in Seattle since 2001, and the Rockies are having a pernicious effect on the playoff picture. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:24 Tim Kurkjian 25:26 Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski 37:49 Hembo 56:47 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Cal Raleigh as the main attraction during the Little League Classic in Williamsport, the Padres catching the Dodgers in the NL West, the Mariners catching the Astros in the AL West, the Brewers lighting up Paul Skenes, and how Skenes should handle his future on a bad team. Then, Dave Dombrowski talks about his conversations with the Twins when acquiring Jhoan Duran at the trade deadline, if he's ever fearful when executing a trade and the importance of relationships in his position. Later, Hembo on the Yankees' schedule advantage as they try to stay in the playoff race, the Mets' pitching woes, three reasons why Milwaukee is the best team in baseball, Jerry Dipoto building the best lineup in Seattle since 2001, and the Rockies are having a pernicious effect on the playoff picture. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 8:24 Tim Kurkjian 25:26 Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski 37:49 Hembo 56:47 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tony opens the show by talking about getting some emails from old friends, and he also talks about a rough night for the Nats, and the huge deal with UFC and Paramount. Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about grilling food, and also about how great the Brewers are this year, the rise of the Blue Jays and more astonishing things about Shohei Ohtani. Pat Forde calls in to talk about the massive changes we've seen in college football over the last 25 years, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern “The Ballpark” ; Maxmilian “Modern Daze” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A big birthday weekend all recapped including what Tim Kurkjian dressed up as for his granddaughter's big day. Plus, a callback to Tim's favorite artist of all time, Pitbull (if you know, you know). Aaron Judge holds an obscure record we find out and Shohei Ohtani always continues to impress us all. I mean, seriously, can you have bad show when those two come up in conversation? Our Quirkjians include something fun from you, the members of our family. You can always submit something for the show at GreatGameOrWhat.com and maybe it will be read on the air! On This Date in baseball history includes some high and low lights of our game, which is surprising for the ever-positive Tim Kurkjian. Lastly, we get a Team Tim celebrating a new name in the game, we absolutely love these witty teams! Thanks for listening and for being part of our family! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Welcome to another episode of "Is This Is A Great Game, Or What?" hosted by Tim and Jeff Kurkjian, a father-son duo that has made it impossible to discern who is the one actually talking. Make sure to subscribe or follow wherever you're listening for three episodes a week including a compelling interview with someone who loves the game of baseball just like you do! Today we discuss the surging Brewers and Blue Jays, two of the hottest teams in the game. We hear some great insights from perhaps the greatest baseball trivia mind of all time. Plus we discuss the greatest number 34 and 35 of all time. Mike Trout is a huge portion of today's show, not just because it's his birthday but also because he's Tim Kurkjian's greatest Angel of all time. Once hearing this numbers, we think you will probably agree. And finally, Team Tim are the goofy teams that Tim comes up with but now, as he would say, "I have poisoned you!" Many members of our "family," that's what we call those who listen to the show, have contributed their very own teams! Thanks for listening, enjoy your weekend and remember to rate, subscribe and share the show with a friend! Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Hembo and Buster discuss the New York Yankees losing their fifth straight game, Jhoan Duran's entrance, what makes Cristopher Sánchez so dominant, how trading Rafael Devers unlocked the Red Sox lineup, and baseball is enjoying unprecedented (on-field) parity. Then, Tim Kurkjian and Dave Schoenfield talk about which team is the best in the American League, the complicated situation with Aaron Judge's return, chances for the Royals and Guardians to get back in the playoff race, and Buster's idea for the Hall of Fame. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:54 Hembo 27:35 Tim Kurkjian & David Schoenfield 49:49 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss the New York Yankees losing their fifth straight game, Jhoan Duran's entrance, what makes Cristopher Sánchez so dominant, how trading Rafael Devers unlocked the Red Sox lineup, and baseball is enjoying unprecedented (on-field) parity. Then, Tim Kurkjian and Dave Schoenfield talk about which team is the best in the American League, the complicated situation with Aaron Judge's return, chances for the Royals and Guardians to get back in the playoff race, and Buster's idea for the Hall of Fame. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:54 Hembo 27:35 Tim Kurkjian & David Schoenfield 49:49 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of "Is This A Great Game, Or What?" and for those who are new here, Tim and Jeff Kurkjian will take you through the happenings of Major League Baseball in a way only a father and son can do. But in this episode, we actually hear a bit about the Little League World Series regional rounds Tim is covering. So we are more than just the big leagues here on the podcast, we are about the little leaguers too! Keeping in mind, we will be at the Little League World Series on August 18th with our friends at GameChanger, hopefully you can join us! How are these trades shaking out for teams? One closer seems to be making quite a theatrical impact on their new team. The Quirkjians are loaded with so many great stats around the game, of course confirmed by our friend Frank from the Elias (and his brother too). Tim came prepared with amazing things that happened on this date in baseball history. And thanks to a member of our family, we have DOUBLE the Team Tims!! If you ever want to send us something for the show, do so at GreatGameOrWhat.com. Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC

Jeff Passan, Tim Kurkjian and Buster gather in Bristol following the 2025 MLB trade deadline. The guys dole out grades for all 30 teams, decide whether this was actually the craziest trade deadline in recent years and talk to Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 33:19 Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan, Tim Kurkjian and Buster gather in Bristol following the 2025 MLB trade deadline. The guys dole out grades for all 30 teams, decide whether this was actually the craziest trade deadline in recent years and talk to Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 33:19 Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We could just sit here all day and listen to Tim Kurkjian talk baseball. But instead we talk a little baseball and then the three concerts Tim Kurkjian has gone to in his life and what went wrong on a date he had in college. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Jets fans excited by Aaron Glenn's messaging? What will the Yankees do before the trade deadline? Tim Kurkjian says there is no player available that will take a contender to champion so he doesn't see the Yankees moving their top prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats win, the passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner and Ozzy Osbourne, and he also talks with Michael about being at the Venus Williams match the night before, he has more thoughts on the Billy Joel documentary and he talks about a text scam that was sent to his phone. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about Jerry Jones and the Cowboys and the constant drama that surrounds that team, Tim Kurkjian calls in to go around the league as the second half of the season starts and also about how the trade market is shaping up a week out from the deadline, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jake Huffman “On The Edge” ; “Martyr” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Phillips and Buster talk all things trade deadline, including matching buyers, if the Rafael Devers trade ate up the San Francisco Giants' flexibility, how the Seattle Mariners will get involved, managing up and down the org chart as a general manager, what “all in” means for the Blue Jays, if Emmanuel Clase will be available, the New York Mets needing to fortify the bullpen, why the Minnesota Twins should trade Royce Lewis, and why Steve's bullish on the Cincinnati Reds. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about not knowing what to expect from Ichiro Suzuki's Hall of Fame speech, Tim's moment with Johnny Bench at the Hall, a game ending on a catcher's interference call, the Milwaukee Brewers two-month tear and Toronto changing Buster's mind. Later, Jake Peavy discusses Tarik Skubal getting guys out in the box and what the Phillies are missing. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:22 Steve Phillips 33:02 Tim Kurkjian 46:53 Jake Peavy 1:02:02 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Phillips and Buster talk all things trade deadline, including matching buyers, if the Rafael Devers trade ate up the San Francisco Giants' flexibility, how the Seattle Mariners will get involved, managing up and down the org chart as a general manager, what “all in” means for the Blue Jays, if Emmanuel Clase will be available, the New York Mets needing to fortify the bullpen, why the Minnesota Twins should trade Royce Lewis, and why Steve's bullish on the Cincinnati Reds. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about not knowing what to expect from Ichiro Suzuki's Hall of Fame speech, Tim's moment with Johnny Bench at the Hall, a game ending on a catcher's interference call, the Milwaukee Brewers two-month tear and Toronto changing Buster's mind. Later, Jake Peavy discusses Tarik Skubal getting guys out in the box and what the Phillies are missing. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:22 Steve Phillips 33:02 Tim Kurkjian 46:53 Jake Peavy 1:02:02 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Buster's return to the podcast, what Tim liked and didn't like during his trip to Atlanta for the All-Star Game, and Pete Alonso's idea to change baseball. Plus, Buster unloads his trade deadline notebook and Tim reacts. Then, The Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy stops by to talk about the twist and turns of the Red Sox's first half, and the plan for the second half. Later, Sarah Langs has an essay with numbers from the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:39 Tim Kurkjian 27:01 Dan Shaughnessy 37:45 Sarah Langs 40:11 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Well, bowling has beer." The NBA Draft was last night? We were busy doing a baseball livestream with Tim Kurkjian for no reason. Today's cast: Dan, Amin, Roy, Chris, Jeremy, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices