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Episode 265, FULL SHOW -- Unfortunately for the Nats as of late, things haven't quite been about wins and losses as the season has gotten away from them amid injuries and trades. But the two biggest storylines in recent weeks revolve around two of the cornerstones of the franchise at the moment. One of those is CJ Abrams and the recent announcement that he will be converting to Second Base at some point for the remainder of the season. Tobi Altizer discusses why the Nats chose to make this move at this time and why it may have been an inevitable career path after his struggles in the field at Shortstop. And hear from Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic, who wrote more on the discussion revolving around the move for Abrams. Then, Tobi dives into the other big storyline, which is the continued breakout season for SP Cade Cavalli, who dazzled once again on the mound versus the Rangers this week. Hear from Nats Pitching Coach Simon Mathews on Cade Cavalli's demeanor and what makes him the Ace that he is becoming.
Episode 264, FULL SHOW -- The Nats lost a home series versus the Chicago Cubs, but Cade Cavalli dominated in the series finale, carrying a No-Hitter into the 7th inning. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown how Cade Cavalli has pushed himself to the forefront of the rotation in his first full season as a starter. Plus, the platoon at 1st base is putting up gaudy numbers since Luis Garcia Jr. was traded away. And we check-in on who's hot in the Nats Minor League system.
Nats beat Cubs 7-0. Jayden Daniels sends cease and desist to LSU. Hunt Palmer from LSU Radio Network explains the Jayden Saga from LSU's side of things. Takeaways from Commanders joint practice against the Dolphins
Commanders-Dolphins joint practice, Making the case for starters playing or not playing in the preseason game tomorrow, WR Battle for the Commanders, defensive players to watch
The most excited I've been for a Wizards season in a while. Wizards outlook for the season, NFL Preseason around the league, Russell Westbrook retires
Episode 263, FULL SHOW -- After a dreadful 8 game road trip through two division teams, the Nats returned home for a weekend series vs the Reds and it appeared to be just what the doctor ordered. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron recap the Nats first home sweep of the year, which featured an offense that's regaining its confidence, a much improved bullpen, and Daylen Lile's continued dominance over Cincinnati. Then, hear from RHP Cade Cavalli as Tobi Altizer caught up with him after his start to open the series. And there was a big promotion at the Minor League level this past weekend, as a well as an impressive organizational debut from a recently acquired starting pitcher.
The best clips from The Kevin Sheehan Show this week! 0:00, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how these moves will help the team on their push to hopefully make the playoffs, then goes into what he has observed while at the Commanders training camp. 20:01, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show reacting to the Commanders signing Stefon Diggs and gives his thoughts on how much this improves the offense. 39:27, John Keim from ESPN joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down the Commanders signing Stefon Diggs, how the deal came to be, if the team is done looking for wide receivers and how impactful will the move be for Jayden Daniels and the offense. 53:03, Ben Standig from The Last Man Standig Podcast and Substack joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down what he saw from Stefon Diggs' first day at Commanders training camp and how things are starting to shape up overall in week 2 of camp activities.
From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here): The MLB Trade Deadline has come and gone and the Washington Nationals remained active through the final moments on Monday evening. After being just over a week out from trading away INF Curtis Mead, Paul Toboni and the Nationals would go on to deal away 1B Luis Garcia Jr, LHP Foster Griffin, and OF Christian Franklin each in separate deals. Hear from Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen as they hosted on 106.7 The Fan in DC on Monday afternoon and provided their thoughts and insight on the return packages in each deal and assess the future of the organization after the deals. Plus, MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis joined Tobi and Grant to provide his analysis on some of the biggest trades that happened on Monday and the quality of the return that the Nats got from the Yankees after dealing Luis Garcia Jr.
8.4.26, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how these moves will help the team on their push to hopefully make the playoffs, then goes into what he has observed while at the Commanders training camp.
8.4.26 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show discussing how and if the Commanders success in the upcoming NFL season will be determined by their new coordinators on offense and defense. Kevin Sheehan gives his thoughts on the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how disappointing the approach was. Kevin Sheehan reacts to an NFL Quarterback tier list to see where Jayden Daniels ranks. 8.4.26 Hour 2, Kevin Sheehan, Producer Max and callers give their pick on who will be the breakout player on the Commanders that will put the league on notice this upcoming season. Kevin Sheehan looks at Mike Sando's NFL Quarterback tier list and compares how vastly it differs from last year's list especially with players like Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels. 8.4.26 Hour 3, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how these moves will help the team on their push to hopefully make the playoffs, then goes into what he has observed while at the Commanders training camp. Denton Day joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to talk about his observations from Commanders' training camp through the first week and players that might surprise fans this season.
8.4.26 Hour 3, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to break down the moves the Nationals made prior to the MLB trade deadline and how these moves will help the team on their push to hopefully make the playoffs, then goes into what he has observed while at the Commanders training camp. Denton Day joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to talk about his observations from Commanders' training camp through the first week and players that might surprise fans this season.
Episode 262, FULL SHOW -- The MLB Trade Deadline has come and gone and the Washington Nationals remained active through the final moments on Monday evening. After being just over a week out from trading away INF Curtis Mead, Paul Toboni and the Nationals would go on to deal away 1B Luis Garcia Jr, LHP Foster Griffin, and OF Christian Franklin each in separate deals. Hear from Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen as they hosted on 106.7 The Fan in DC on Monday afternoon and provided their thoughts and insight on the return packages in each deal and assess the future of the organization after the deals. Plus, MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis joined Tobi and Grant to provide his analysis on some of the biggest trades that happened on Monday and the quality of the return that the Nats got from the Yankees after dealing Luis Garcia Jr.
Hour 3 1:12 - Nationals Trade Foster Griffin and MLB Trade Deadline Has Now Passed 6:55 - Tobi Altizer Breaks Down the Nationals' Trade Deadline Moves 24:00 - Calls on if Baseball Is Being Ruined
Doc Walker welcomes Tobi Altizer of the Bustin' Loose Baseball Podcast to break down the Nationals' trade deadline moves. Tobi says Washington has shown it can successfully develop hitters at every level, but after acquiring more pitching talent, the organization must now prove it can develop those arms into impact major leaguers. He also reveals the prospects he is most excited to watch.
Deep dive into Nats & MLB trade deadline / Should the Nats buy or sell? / What the Nats' roster look like right now
Tobi takes calls about Commanders schemes / Breaking down Commanders defensive scheme / Making it easier for the Commanders offense to produce / Reaction to Nats vs. Braves + NL Wild Card + Trade Deadline
Tobi reports live from the Commanders training camp in Ashburn / Tobi speaks with Commanders DB Akhello Witherspoon and RB Rachaad White at training camp / Commanders embracing intensity in 2026
From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here):The first trade domino ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline has fallen, and it involved the Nationals. News broke on Saturday Night that the Nats agreed to trade away INF Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox for LHP Connelly Early. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen give their thoughts and insight on the 1-for-1 trade. Plus, hear from Paul Toboni who spoke to the media in the dugout on Sunday with his thoughts on the opportunity to complete the trade. Then, Tobi & Grant recap the Nats winning their most important series of the season so far versus an Arizona team that is directly ahead of them in the NL Wild Card standings. Stay tuned for interviews with Nats General Manager Ani Kilambi & Nats Manager Blake Butera as Grant Paulsen caught up with them during pregame ahead of the series opener versus the Diamondbacks.
Episode 260, FULL SHOW -- The first trade domino ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline has fallen, and it involved the Nationals. News broke on Saturday Night that the Nats agreed to trade away INF Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox for LHP Connelly Early. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen give their thoughts and insight on the 1-for-1 trade. Plus, hear from Paul Toboni who spoke to the media in the dugout on Sunday with his thoughts on the opportunity to complete the trade. Then, Tobi & Grant recap the Nats winning their most important series of the season so far versus an Arizona team that is directly ahead of them in the NL Wild Card standings. Stay tuned for interviews with Nats General Manager Ani Kilambi & Nats Manager Blake Butera as Grant Paulsen caught up with them during pregame ahead of the series opener versus the Diamondbacks.
Episode 259, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals return home from a 4-2 road trip out of the All-Star Break, and now host a Diamondbacks team in one of the most pivotal series' since the 2019 season. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen discuss how the upcoming homestand will likely shape what the Nationals Front Office will decide to do as the MLB Trade Deadline quickly approaches. Plus, we check-in on some of the hottest performers in the Nationals Minor League system. Then, hear an extensive conversation with fans and more on Thursday's edition of The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan, where the guys talk with fans about how the Nationals quality play this season has changed the rebuilding timeline for Paul Toboni and company, and how the Front Office needs to capitalize on the success going forward.
Episode 258, FULL SHOW -- It's been a good start for the Nationals out of the All-Star Break, with a series win in West Sacramento vs the Athletics, and a series opening victory in Colorado vs the Rockies. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen layout what the plans could look like if the Nats continue their winning ways over the next couple of weeks ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, and what factors should determine how the Nationals proceed to act as buyers, sellers or possibly even both.
Episode 258, FULL SHOW -- It's been a good start for the Nationals out of the All-Star Break, with a series win in West Sacramento vs the Athletics, and a series opening victory in Colorado vs the Rockies. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen layout what the plans could look like if the Nats continue their winning ways over the next couple of weeks ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, and what factors should determine how the Nationals proceed to act as buyers, sellers or possibly even both.
Short show for Tobi Altizer, who makes the case for both buying, and selling at the deadline for the Washington Nationals.
Episode 257, FULL SHOW -- The unofficial second half of the season is upon us as the Nats hope to make a run to get back on track after a disappointing final series before the All-Star Break. Grant Paulsen returns alongside Tobi Altizer to recap his experience at the All-Star Festivities. Then, the guys dive into what to expect from the Nats as they begin their second half of the season with their first ever trip to Sacramento to take on the Athletics. Plus, we answer your burning Nats questions that you've submitted to our mailbag! And stay tuned on the backend of this episode to hear interviews with All-Stars CJ Abrams and Foster Griffin as Grant caught up with them on the field ahead of the Midsummer Classic.
Episode 256, FULL SHOW -- The All-Star Break has arrived, and maybe it came at the perfect time for the Nats, as they were swept by the New York Yankees in their final series of the unofficial first half of the MLB season. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron look back at another heartbreaking series of late inning losses that sent the Nationals to a game under .500 ahead of the break. What's next for the Blake Butera and the Nats bullpen? Then, the MLB Draft also took place over the weekend, where the Nationals drafted a local product with the 11th overall pick. Plus, hear interviews from Curtis Mead, James Wood and CJ Abrams as Grant Paulsen caught up with them at the ballpark on Friday. And we make our picks for the Homerun Derby and the All-Star Game.
Episode 256, FULL SHOW -- The All-Star Break has arrived, and maybe it came at the perfect time for the Nats, as they were swept by the New York Yankees in their final series of the unofficial first half of the MLB season. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron look back at another heartbreaking series of late inning losses that sent the Nationals to a game under .500 ahead of the break. What's next for the Blake Butera and the Nats bullpen? Then, the MLB Draft also took place over the weekend, where the Nationals drafted a local product with the 11th overall pick. Plus, hear interviews from Curtis Mead, James Wood and CJ Abrams as Grant Paulsen caught up with them at the ballpark on Friday. And we make our picks for the Homerun Derby and the All-Star Game.
Episode 255, FULL SHOW -- Another series victory is in the books as the Nats offense continues to impress while taking two of three games versus the Houston Astros. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen dive into how the 2026 Nats features three batters with 20+ homeruns, and how Foster Griffin has firmly established himself as the Ace of the Nats rotation. Then, Grant Paulsen will be in Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB Draft. He provides insight on who the Nationals could be in line to pick at #11 this coming weekend.
Hour 4: Grant and Danny discuss AJ Dybantsa's ceiling. Then, Tobi Altizer gives an important update.
Episode 255, FULL SHOW -- Another series victory is in the books as the Nats offense continues to impress while taking two of three games versus the Houston Astros. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen dive into how the 2026 Nats features three batters with 20+ homeruns, and how Foster Griffin has firmly established himself as the Ace of the Nats rotation. Then, Grant Paulsen will be in Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB Draft. He provides insight on who the Nationals could be in line to pick at #11 this coming weekend.
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer discuss Darryn Peterson's impressive performance in the NBA Summer League so far, and if AJ Dybantsa has more pressure on him now to match it.
7.7.26 Hour 1, BMitch and Tobi Altizer open up the show reacting to the USMNT losing to Belgium 4-1 in the World Cup in disappointing fashion. BMitch and Tobi Altizer takes calls on what is your biggest takeaway from the USA Men's National Team's run in the World Cup. 7.7.26 Hour 2, BMitch and Tobi Altizer go over the most recent Brandon Aiyuk post about his current standing with the 49ers and give their thoughts on the situation. BMitch and Tobi Altizer give their thoughts on the Commanders signing Rasul Douglas and how much it helps the defense for the upcoming NFL season. Stephen Whyno from the Associated Press joins BMitch & Tobi Altizer to discuss Alex Ovechkin returning to play for the Capitals next season and how much of a difference maker he will be for the squad. 7.7.26 Hour 3, BMitch and Tobi Altizer react to Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st out of 32 NFL teams and give their thoughts on if they agree with the ranking. BMitch and Tobi Altizer ask callers if they agree with Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st in the NFL. BMitch and Tobi Altizer react to the Nationals avoiding a massive meltdown and beating the Astros 12-11. 7.7.26 Hour 4, BMitch, Tobi Altizer and Callers have a discussion about if Soccer has gotten more popular in the United States after USMNT's World Cup run. BMitch and Tobi Altizer discuss Darryn Peterson's impressive performance in the NBA Summer League so far and if AJ Dybantsa has more pressure on him now to match it.
7.7.26 Hour 1, BMitch and Tobi Altizer open up the show reacting to the USMNT losing to Belgium 4-1 in the World Cup in disappointing fashion. BMitch and Tobi Altizer takes calls on what is your biggest takeaway from the USA Men's National Team's run in the World Cup.
7.7.26 Hour 2, BMitch and Tobi Altizer go over the most recent Brandon Aiyuk post about his current standing with the 49ers and give their thoughts on the situation. BMitch and Tobi Altizer give their thoughts on the Commanders signing Rasul Douglas and how much it helps the defense for the upcoming NFL season. Stephen Whyno from the Associated Press joins BMitch & Tobi Altizer to discuss Alex Ovechkin returning to play for the Capitals next season and how much of a difference maker he will be for the squad.
7.7.26 Hour 4, BMitch, Tobi Altizer and Callers have a discussion about if Soccer has gotten more popular in the United States after USMNT's World Cup run. BMitch and Tobi Altizer discuss Darryn Peterson's impressive performance in the NBA Summer League so far and if AJ Dybantsa has more pressure on him now to match it.
7.7.26 Hour 3, BMitch and Tobi Altizer react to Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st out of 32 NFL teams and give their thoughts on if they agree with the ranking. BMitch and Tobi Altizer ask callers if they agree with Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st in the NFL. BMitch and Tobi Altizer react to the Nationals avoiding a massive meltdown and beating the Astros 12-11.
7.7.26, BMitch, Tobi Altizer and Callers have a discussion about soccer - has it gotten more popular in the United States after USMNT's World Cup run?
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer ask callers if they agree with Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st in the NFL.
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer react to Mike Clay ranking the Commanders' starters 21st out of 32 NFL teams and give their thoughts on if they agree with the ranking.
7.7.26: Stephen Whyno from the Associated Press joins BMitch & Tobi Altizer to discuss Alex Ovechkin returning to play for the Capitals next season and how much of a difference maker he will be for the squad.
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer go over the most recent Brandon Aiyuk post about his current standing with the 49ers and give their thoughts on the situation.
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer take calls and ask what your biggest takeaway is from the US Men's National Team's run in the World Cup.
7.7.26: BMitch and Tobi Altizer open up the show reacting to the USMNT losing to Belgium 4-1 in the World Cup, exiting in disappointing fashion.
Episode 254, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals three game win streak came to a halt over the weekend as the Pirates would go on to take the final two games of the three game series to open up the longest homestand of the season so far. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen were at Nats Park all weekend and breakdown what went wrong in the battle for Wild Card positioning with a surging Pittsburgh team. Then, in one of the surprises of the season so far, the Nationals DFA'd former top prospect Robert Hassell III. Tobi & Grant make sense of why the Nats felt this was the move to make. Plus, CJ Abrams and James Wood officially were named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game roster for the National League. What's the path for a couple more candidates from the Nats to make the team? And, hear from James Wood as he joined Grant & Danny in studio on 106.7 The Fan in DC.
Episode 254, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals three game win streak came to a halt over the weekend as the Pirates would go on to take the final two games of the three game series to open up the longest homestand of the season so far. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen were at Nats Park all weekend and breakdown what went wrong in the battle for Wild Card positioning with a surging Pittsburgh team. Then, in one of the surprises of the season so far, the Nationals DFA'd former top prospect Robert Hassell III. Tobi & Grant make sense of why the Nats felt this was the move to make. Plus, CJ Abrams and James Wood officially were named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game roster for the National League. What's the path for a couple more candidates from the Nats to make the team? And, hear from James Wood as he joined Grant & Danny in studio on 106.7 The Fan in DC.
Full Show - Friday 3 July 2026 with Tobi Altizer and Ben Strober in for the Junkies. The guys talk about USMNT and World Cup, the Nationals pitchers being suspended, Ovechkin signing for another year and the Wizards trade options. Guests include Caps play-by-play announcer John Walton and Mark Zuckerman of MASN.
Episode 252, FULL SHOW -- After a disasterous series at home versus Philadelphia, the Nats were able to hit the road up I-95 and take a series win versus the Orioles. Tobi Altizer & Grant Paulsen breakdown how the Nats got back right despite some of the continued struggles in the lineup and the bullpen, and how Foster Griffin continues to establish himself as the teams top starter. Plus, Luis García Jr. is having the best stretch of his career, adding an NL Player of the Week award to his mantle. What are the plans going forward for the Nats 1st Baseman?
6.23.26, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan and The Team 980 joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Nationals hot streak plus becoming a wildcard team and then gives his thoughts and predictions on who the Wizards will take with the first overall pick in the NBA Draft.
6.23.26 Hour 2, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan and The Team 980 joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Nationals hot streak plus becoming a wildcard team and then gives his thoughts and predictions on who the Wizards will take with the first overall pick in the NBA Draft. Kevin Sheehan gives his prediction on who the Wizards will draft with their first overall pick, who he wants the Wizards to draft and other players in the class who he thinks will be good players.
6.23.26 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show discussing how Darryn Peterson has suffered from panic attacks while at Kansas per a report from Ramona Shelburne and Kevin looks at the history of first overall NBA Draft picks in the 2000's to gauge the hit rate. Kevin Sheehan reacts to the Wizards giving Trae Young a big contract extension and pushes back on the criticism of the deal by NBA media and fans. Kevin Sheehan reacts to George Kittle's comments about Brandon Aiyuk's health and still looking good physically. 6.23.26 Hour 2, Tobi Altizer from 106.7 The Fan and The Team 980 joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Nationals hot streak plus becoming a wildcard team and then gives his thoughts and predictions on who the Wizards will take with the first overall pick in the NBA Draft. Kevin Sheehan gives his prediction on who the Wizards will draft with their first overall pick, who he wants the Wizards to draft and other players in the class who he thinks will be good players. 6.23.26 Hour 3, Ben Strober from Locked on Wizards joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to give his analysis on AJ Dybantsa vs Darryn Peterson, what would be their fit on the Wizards and who he thinks the team will draft at pick 1. Kevin Sheehan talks about the World Cup and pushes back on criticism from listeners about his lack of knowledge for the sport when discussing it.
Full Show - Tobi Altizer and Ben Strober in on Juneteenth talking Commanders offense, Wizards draft, Nats hot streak and World Cup