Podcasts about Wander Franco

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The guys weigh in on Hall of Famer Adrian Beltre suggesting Wander Franco deserves a second chance in professional baseball. They also explore the possibility of Aaron Donald returning to the field for the Rams and analyze the impact Christian Parker will have as the Cowboys' new defensive coordinator. Choppin it up!

The People's Lawyer, Bruce Hagen, joined Chuck & Chernoff to talk about Floyd "Money" Mayweather and Wander Franco. Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The People's Lawyer, Bruce Hagen, joined Chuck & Chernoff to talk about Floyd "Money" Mayweather and Wander Franco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In This Episode Patreon Preview The newest celebrity to join OnlyFans The Utah grief author sentenced for murdering her husband Cave-diving tragedies and why anyone enters underwater caves in the first place Additional bonus content available exclusively on Patreon Consumer Scams & Terrible Purchases Brian gets burned by an Instagram purchase The nightmare of international returns Ed's disappointing "As Seen on TV" vacuum experience Why everything seems designed to break Who Died This Week? The weekly Dead Pool segment features: Bob Horner Grizz Chapman (30 Rock) NASCAR driver Kyle Busch Claude Lemieux Clarence B. Jones Marcia Lucas Sherman Lewis Clarence Carter Mark Fuhrman And one unfortunate cruise passenger in the Bahamas Sports-Related Topics Dak Prescott spotted with his ex-fiancée's former bridesmaid Why PBR (Professional Bull Riding) isn't nearly as exciting as advertised Wander Franco avoids prison despite being found responsible in the Dominican Republic case Bryce Harper's shocking toothpaste technique Edwin Díaz appears in a cockfighting promotion graphic Joey Chestnut returns to defend his hot dog title Wembanyama vs. Emmanuel Macron in another edition of Daily's Choice Emails A listener questions Jason Stewart's concern over NBA uniforms and shoe colors Canard checks in from Texas The return of classic TBLS listener correspondence Non-Sports Stories Loud hotel sex involving a judge and police official Brad Pitt sued by a penis cream company A reality star believes she contracted ringworm through sexual contact The Utah "poison tea" murder conviction Another celebrity joins OnlyFans The Kinks once partied with John Wayne Gacy Five cave divers die in a tragic underwater accident The surprising open-marriage revelations of Boy Meets World star William Daniels Memorable Discussion Topics The dangers of accepting beverages from your spouse after a failed poisoning attempt Whether brushing your teeth in the shower is superior Why cave diving might be humanity's most unnecessary hobby The economics of celebrity OnlyFans accounts The ongoing mystery of Mormon caffeine rules Why Victor Wembanyama may be basketball's ultimate cheat code Subscribe & Support Love the show? Support independent podcasting and get bonus episodes every week at Patreon. The Baller Lifestyle Podcast — sports, pop culture, current events, and whatever else happens to be making Brian and Ed laugh this week. Apple Podcasts Summary Dak Prescott's latest relationship move raises eyebrows, Bryce Harper brushes his teeth like a psychopath, and Brian and Ed debate everything from cave-diving deaths to celebrity OnlyFans accounts. Plus, the weekly Dead Pool, listener emails, sports headlines, and plenty of classic TBLS tangents. YouTube Description Dak Prescott is making headlines again, Bryce Harper has the internet questioning his oral hygiene, and Brian Beckner and Ed Daly are here to break it all down. This week: Dak Prescott's savage post-breakup move Bryce Harper's bizarre toothpaste routine Wander Franco's legal outcome Joey Chestnut returns Celebrity deaths from across sports and entertainment Utah poison-tea murder conviction Celebrity OnlyFans discussion Cave-diving disasters Listener emails and Daily's Choice Plus all the random detours, arguments, and observations you've come to expect from The Baller Lifestyle Podcast. #TheBallerLifestyle #SportsPodcast #DakPrescott #BryceHarper #Wembanyama #JoeyChestnut #OnlyFans #Podcast #NFL #MLB #NBA #PopCulture Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We crosstrain with the Fascist-in-Chief tearing up the South Lawn of the White House in order to host a UFC event in honor of his own birthday and to celebrate America 250. Because nothing says patriotism, etc. Pottymouth finally gets Blaze on the roster, maybe a day late but it will be great and in talking about Caleb we wonder if anyone else has said GSwing out loud. Nick breaks a streak but also the NYY so Patti's okay. Cam steals a home run and finally has some fun at home. PCA shows the shirtless guys what's up and leads us to a very weird conversation about where to draw the line in what's permissible to yell at a heckler. Pottymouth uses Kiké's injury as a teaching moment for a vocabulary lesson in words probably not permissible to yell at a heckler. Cristopher Sánchez's streak may lead him right to a Cy Young. MLB and MLBPA have fired their first economic proposal shots at each other and it looks bleak. Wander Franco is still guilty but yet free and we have thoughts and feelings. Thank you Os for a baseball does good story with their first Birdland Next Up Scholarship.We say, “Partridge Family vibes for sure,” “I have 117 follow up questions,” and “put a lovely drape over the gaping hole.” Fight the man, go see some live baseball, send your game balls to Meredith, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth. 

One big would you rather, the Wander Franco situation continues, big time headlines and all sorts of crazy reactions!

This week it's Rex and Craig musing over baseball and music news of the day including:Wander Franco's legal troubles are not over;Shohei Ohtani's amazing year;Fernando Tatis, Jr.'s power outage;NL Central excellence;the Tampa Bay Rays are at it again;the trouble with Minor League BaseballThe age of Avatar Ozzy; andFavorite first quarter 2026 albums.Sources: Sha Be Allah, "SOURCE SPORTS: Immigration Experts Believe Wander Franco's Big League Career Is Finished Despite Dodging Prison," thesource.com, May 27, 2026; Jake Mintz, "What a 29-2 score says about the state of low-level minor-league baseball — and why MLB fans should care," sports.yahoo.com, May 25, 2026; Kory Grow, "Ozzy Osbourne to come back as digital avatar, answer your questions," Rolling Stone (via msn.com), May 22, 2026.Consider supporting Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including those featured in this episode (if any were), through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns.Hooks & Runs - https://hooksandruns.buzzsprout.comEmail: hooksandruns@protonmail.comCraig on Bluesky (@craigest.bsky.social)Rex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/Hosts Emeriti:Andrew Eckhoff on TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@hofffestEric on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ichaboderic/Music: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)   www.premiumbeat.com/artist/ikoliksThis podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2026.

This week on In A Pickle,Rewind includes Rashee Rice landing another 30-day sentence after violating probation with a positive marijuana test, Henry Ruggs appearing before the Nevada Board of Parole hoping for a second chance, and Wander Franco being found criminally responsible for abusing a minor but avoiding jail time after receiving a judicial pardon tied to extortion claims involving the victim's mother. We also break down MLB's response and what could come next for Franco.In News, Trevor Bauer walks away from a scary Scottsdale crash involving his $600,000 McLaren, while Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith gets arrested after being clocked driving 135 mph in a 70 mph zone in Georgia.This week's Biggest Pickle goes to Floyd Mayweather after a wild stretch involving a court-ordered child support case, allegations of missing millions, a vanished private jet, shady investment deals, missing jewelry, and a massive $175 million lawsuit against former associates he says orchestrated a years-long fraud scheme.

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Today's word of the day is ‘ecstasy' as in the New York Knicks as in the NBA Finals as in 27 years as in holy smokes! The Knicks are going back to the finals! Another sweep! Another beatdown! The Cleveland Cavaliers had no chance. I cannot believe how bad they played in this series. The Cavs were up 22 points in Game 1 and lost… and that was it! (15:22) Spurs and Thunder are all tied up! Now the teams head back to Oklahoma City. Can the Thunder get healthy? Can the Spurs hang on? (19:20) The Chicago Cubs cannot win. This comes a week after they couldn't lose! What is going wrong for Craig Counsell? (27:03) We have reached the Memorial Day part of the season. What does that mean? Standings check! (35:33) Review: Survivor Season 50. (44:30) The ruling is in on Wander Franco. He will not serve any jail time after a pardon from the judge. Wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘ecstasy' as in the New York Knicks as in the NBA Finals as in 27 years as in holy smokes! The Knicks are going back to the finals! Another sweep! Another beatdown! The Cleveland Cavaliers had no chance. I cannot believe how bad they played in this series. The Cavs were up 22 points in Game 1 and lost… and that was it! (15:22) Spurs and Thunder are all tied up! Now the teams head back to Oklahoma City. Can the Thunder get healthy? Can the Spurs hang on? (19:20) The Chicago Cubs cannot win. This comes a week after they couldn't lose! What is going wrong for Craig Counsell? (27:03) We have reached the Memorial Day part of the season. What does that mean? Standings check! (35:33) Review: Survivor Season 50. (44:30) The ruling is in on Wander Franco. He will not serve any jail time after a pardon from the judge. Wow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Wander Franco getting a pardon in the Dominican court, what happens next in the Wander Franco story with the Rays, if it's time for Cubs manager Craig Counsell to panic after 9 straight losses, Maller's Mountain of Money: Lenny Kravitz Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump heads to Camp David, dog shoots neighbor, Graham Platner gaffe, Wander Franco found guilty, Dems still mourning George Floyd, CIA using Ancestry and 23andMe, American Sniper widow fires back, HCIS, Flounder’s Funnies, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing back-to-back games by walkoff home runs as the offense is struggling early in games and the defensive and baserunning gaffes cost them. Plus the Bucs have OTAs this week as Emeka Egbuka is looking to take the next step so is he ready to be the guy with Mike Evans departing? Plus Wander Franco found guilty again in the Dominican Republic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Katie Sommers gives us all the updates with Wander Franco and his sentencing that happened over the weekend... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss Wander Franco's guilty verdict in a sexual abuse case involving a minor in the Dominican Republic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tkras catches up with Mark Topkin to talk about Rays woes, latest acquisitions like Hearing Kimbrel, Update on Wander Franco case and stadium talk.

Dominican baseball star Wander Franco has been found guilty of abusing a minor.

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Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Orioles as they come from 2 runs down in the 8th inning to win by 2. Also good news for Yandy Diaz as x-rays were negative on his hands after being hit by a pitch on Tuesday, Hillsborough County approves the non-binding MOU by a 5-2 votes and the verdict on the re-trial of Wander Franco is expected next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BaseballBiz On Deck – Opening Day Night, WPBL Spring Training, & PolymarketHosts: Mark Corbett & Mat GermainOpening Day NightMLB's decision to feature only one game on opening night (Yankees vs. Giants on Netflix)Frustrations with streaming blackouts and fragmented broadcasting across Netflix, Apple TV, NBC, and MLB TVComparison to how sports used to be freely accessible on broadcast TVThe case for having all 30 teams play on opening dayThe Game: Yankees vs. GiantsMax Fried vs. Logan Webb – lefty vs. lefty matchupYankees jumping out to an early 5-0 leadGiants' new young manager Tony Vitello, backed by advisors Bruce Bochy and Dusty BakerGiants roster additions: Luis Arraez, Matt Chapman, Willie (ex-Rays)Former Rays shortstops facing off: Wander Franco's situation vs. Willy AdamesOpening Day MemoriesMark: Sneaking a transistor radio into school to listen to the Cincinnati RedsMat: Attending an Expos opening day at Olympic Stadium as a kid – 55,000 fans, electric atmosphereWomen's Pro Baseball League (WPBL)Mark's visit to WPBL spring training in Fort MyersStandout players: Ayami Sato, Kelsie Whitmore, Meggie Meidlinger, Denae Benitez, Ashton LansdaleJustine Siegal named new WPBL commissionerDick's Sporting Goods as a league sponsorDiscussion of the WNBA's landmark new agreement as a model for women's baseballWNBA average salary now over $580,000; expansion to Toronto and PortlandPolymarket & Gambling in BaseballExplanation of how Polymarket works (probability-based prediction market vs. traditional odds)92.7% of Polymarket participants lose moneyRisks: ambiguous wording, insider trading, AI bot advantages over human tradersDraftKings launching "DK Predictions" – potential conflict with PolymarketConcerns about gambling's impact on game integrity (Class A suspensions, potential for corruption)Comparison to the Astros sign-stealing scandalPerformance-Based PayMat's proposal for incentivizing player performance through salary structuresAnthony Rendon as an example of paying for past performance vs. current outputVernon Wells and the psychological pressure of big contractsWander Franco's 13-year deal as a cautionary taleRapid-Fire TopicsMLS gaining momentum with free Apple TV access and new star signingsChina's untapped potential as a baseball powerhouseNegro Leagues' historical role in bringing baseball to JapanAaron Boone's job security with the YankeesRon Washington's departure from the Angels

Wander Franco gets a new trial after an appeals court cites major issues in his original conviction. Dwight Howard drama keeps spiraling with new accusations from Tiffany Render over their daughter Layla's situation, plus ongoing issues with Amber/Amy. And a NJ morgue worker gets fired after leaking sensitive details about the Gaudreau brothers' deaths.News:Former Red Sox prospect Yusniel Padron Artiles arrested on cocaine trafficking charges in Florida. Alabama's Aden Holloway off the team after being busted with over 2 pounds of marijuana and facing felony charges.Biggest Pickle:Billy Tibbetts — arrested again, this time for violating a protective order. Just the latest in a long history of arrests, drugs, and chaos.#IAPRadio #InAPickle #BiggestPickle #SportsDrama #LegalTrouble #MLB #NBA #NHL #CollegeSports #BreakingNews

The road trip season has pushed us back a day but here we are squeezing in a show between Chanukah and Christmas. Vocabulary lessons this week include Competitive Balance Tax, because the Luxury Tax isn't just for Monopoly anymore, and Prospect Promotion Incentive (PPI). Just because it's the holidays it doesn't mean you can slack on learning. Our boyfriends this week are from BAL, where Patti leans into the once and forever boyfriend and Pottymouth goes Westy, and the Hammers, where Pottymouth picks a player with a wacky Tennessee claim to fame and Patti goes right to ROY. The Police Blotter features the return of Wander Franco's case to the courts, and the end of the Tyler Skagg's courtroom drama. The International Baseball update includes almost baffling chaos around the Serie del Caribe and the Serie de las Americas but the takeaway is absolutely please stop blowing up Venezuelan boats. We're both on yet more road trips and we wish you safe travels if you are too, and happy holidays if you celebrate.  See you a day late again next week!We say, “A glass half full of Santa's Butt,” “There was some hockey, there was some smarts,” and “Donny was the youngest Osmond that had any juice.” Fight the man, send your game balls to Meredith, get boosted, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth. 

 Kyle Tucker WatchWhy Tucker remains the most intriguing outfield name on the marketHow a surprise signing—especially with the Giants—could dramatically alter the NL WestComparisons to past shock signings like Corey Seager to TexasGiants' Offseason MovesAdrian Houser as an innings-eater who buys time for young armsThe impact of adding Jason Foley midseasonA potential core of Willy Adames, Matt Chapman, and what if Kyle Tucker joined themLuis Arráez:  Why is Arráez still unsigned  - ideal landing spotsArráez Potential landing spots: Pittsburgh Pirates: setting the table for Oneil Cruz or Cincinnati Reds: stabilizing the top of the lineup with flexibility at DH/2BThe Next Big Domino: Alex BregmanBregman's decision could unlock multiple trade and free-agent marketsSecond base vs. third base implicationsPossible fits: Astros reunion, Red Sox, DiamondbacksRipple effects on Brendan Donovan, Brandon Lowe, and othersJorge Polanco to the Mets as a key piece fallingWhy second base is the position holding up much of the marketBo Bichette's shifting marketAlex Bregman, where will he land? The 5-year contract limit rule of Alex AnthopoulosAnthony Volpe, has he worn out his welcome in New York with the Yankees fansWhat if Orioles signed Cody Bellinger along with Pete AlonsoO's need to build up their pitching Tyler Marley could be a potential starting pitcher with the Orioles – take a look at his record with the RangersOlder pitchers that are still Free Agents & available: Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, Chris BassittRanger Suarez & Framber Valdez could be strong pitching options for O'sConcept of Max Sherzer & Justin Verlander return to the Detroit Tigers as the last stop of their careerWorld Baseball Classic – which MLB players will be on the various countries' teamsVladdy Jr will be playing for the Domican Republic – perhaps for Canada in the futureTeam USA's amazing WBC team includes: Will Smith, Pete Alonso, Bobby Witt Jr., Mookie Betts, Mike Trout, Kyle Tucker, Kyle SchwarberWander Franco on the Dominican Republic team as shortstop? – can he travel to the US with pending court judgementStrength of Team Japan in the WBC – that advantage of the timing of their seasonVenezuela Little League and Senior League challenges for teams and parents to attend gamesWill Donald Trump block Venezuela from participating in WBC games in the USA3 MLB players for Team Australia, Travis Banzani, Liam Hendriks, Curtis MeadWhat will it take to bring Baseball & Women's baseball to the OlympicsFinding the right price for tickets to the WBCWhat happens if Wander Franco wins his court case and how will that impact the Tampa Bay RaysPointless Quiz GameAdvent Calendars & German Christmas CakeRemember the Season of Giving Neil Solondz with the Purple Stride -To join go to http://support.pancan.org/goto/neilsolondzFind Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark @  baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, @ iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, & at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to XTaKe-R-U-X for the music Rocking Forward

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers motivation in signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the practice squad, when he might play and what he brings. Plus the Lightning snap their 4-game losing streak with a 6-1 win over Montreal, the Rays land the #2 draft pick and Wander Franco to get a new trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TOP STORIES - State Senate District 11 special election results, new bill aims to lower medication costs, the crazy excuse a Florida man gave police for why he crashed a stolen BMW, Florida Muslim civil rights group announces legal action against Gov. DeSantis, parents meet to address concerns over declining enrollment in Pinellas County schools, and Wander Franco could get a new sexual abuse trial.

TOP STORIES - State Senate District 11 special election results, new bill aims to lower medication costs, the crazy excuse a Florida man gave police for why he crashed a stolen BMW, Florida Muslim civil rights group announces legal action against Gov. DeSantis, parents meet to address concerns over declining enrollment in Pinellas County schools, and Wander Franco could get a new sexual abuse trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season Perspective ShiftReflects on changing expectations — from World Series hopes to just aiming for .500.The Rays' season to running with a persistent side stitch: fatigue, inconsistency, and frustration.Hitting Development ConcernsRays' persistent issue developing hitters in the minors.Lack of homegrown impact bats compared to players like Yandy Díaz and Junior Caminero (both acquired from Cleveland).Call for a full review of the hitting development pipeline from A-ball through AAA.Catcher Development StrugglesCatcher development cited as a long-time organizational weakness.Current options: Feduccia, Fortes, and top prospect Dom Keegan.Potential position flexibility: Feduccia as a backup 1B if Yandy departs.Rays' Current Roster & InjuriesImpact of losing Jonathan Aranda late in the season.Encouragement from Carson Williams' growth.Rays' financial flexibility after shedding contracts like Ha-Seong Kim's.Core of 12 players under 27 on the 40-man — cheap and controllable talent.Kyle Tucker Injury NewsTucker hits the IL; possible shoulder concerns impacting his free agency.Discussion of injury secrecy and how it affects players' futures.Chicago Series TalkJosh Lowe's HR and RBI despite a tough defensive momentHRs from Tristan Gray, Richie Palacios, and LowePraise for Tristan Gray's progress and versatilityShoutout to Jake Mangum's continued strong playWhite Sox young bright spots: Montgomery and Kyle TeelWhite Sox Future UncertaintyStadium/ownership questions looming.Possibility of relocation if new stadium plans fail.Mat floats potential markets (Nashville, Portland, Montreal, Salt Lake City).Rays Ownership UpdateStu Sternberg likely to remain a minority owner during transition.Involvement of Orlando and Jacksonville investors.Need for Stu's experience navigating Tropicana lease and Wander Franco contract issues.Wander Franco UpdateReported to be in a clinic dealing with mental health concerns.Discussion of legal and visa obstacles for an MLB return.Potential path playing in Caribbean leagues instead.Mariners' Magical AttemptA Mariners fan hires an Etsy witch (“Spell by Luna”) for $19.99 to break their losing streak.Reflections on baseball superstition, rituals, and karma.Joe Maddon's history of thinking outside the box (like bringing in Seminole medicine man Bobby Henry).Rays Playoff Reality CheckRays lagging behind in AL Wild Card standings (Yankees, Red Sox, Mariners, Rangers, Guardians, Royals ahead).Brutal upcoming schedule: Cubs, then 7 games vs. Blue Jays and 3 vs. Red SoxMat doubts the Rays can catch up, citing struggles vs. those opponentsMariners' struggles on the road might be only hope for Rays to sneak in2026 ChangesRays need major changes to player development — especially hitters & catchers.Ownership shift could bring new vision and spending flexibility.Rays, Minor league team Bowling Green Hot Rods are making a run for the championshipHot Rods championship games on Thurs, Sept 11 & Friday, Sept 12 https://www.milb.com/bowling-green/tickets/single-game-ticketsYou can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at  baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps

Czabe welcomes ANDY POLLIN to talk NBA free agency, LeBron James opting INTO his massive 1 year deal, and of course, the perils of reckless fireworking this week on the 4th of July. The NBA has a new gambling scandal to dig their teeth into, the Wander Franco story, Justin Tucker, and why "nothing ever happens." RIP Dave Parker. Smoking in sports. Jeff Bezos' wedding. MORE.....Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Kutter Crawford's mysterious wrist accident, then discuss Wander Franco's conviction (14:58) and Walker Monfort's promotion (19:57) before checking in (33:36) on the players and teams on pace to overperform or underperform their preseason projections the most at the precise halfway point of the season. Finally (1:12:44), they answer […]

Today's word of the day is ‘unjust' as in Wander Franco as in the Dominican Republic as in MLB. Wander Franco was found guilty of a heinous crime, but he will see no jail time. Is that justice? The mother of the girl in the case was sentenced to 10 years! (10:30) Former Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has now been suspended for 10 games. Will he ever kick again in the NFL? Should he ever be allowed to? (18:23) The Blue Jays and the Guardians exchanged hit by pitches yesterday between the two best players in the game. Both left hurt. Vlad Guerrero Jr. Jose Ramirez. (32:00) Review: Fight or Flight. (36:20) We have another update to the bombshell report from PTFO. (46:22) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘unjust' as in Wander Franco as in the Dominican Republic as in MLB. Wander Franco was found guilty of a heinous crime, but he will see no jail time. Is that justice? The mother of the girl in the case was sentenced to 10 years! (10:30) Former Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has now been suspended for 10 games. Will he ever kick again in the NFL? Should he ever be allowed to? (18:23) The Blue Jays and the Guardians exchanged hit by pitches yesterday between the two best players in the game. Both left hurt. Vlad Guerrero Jr. Jose Ramirez. (32:00) Review: Fight or Flight. (36:20) We have another update to the bombshell report from PTFO. (46:22) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller opens the show talking about the news Wander Franco being found guilty in his sexual abuse case, Justin Tucker accepting his 10-game suspension after his alleged sexual assault cases & the guy who disrupted the Super Bowl Halftime show claims he was shot by Antonio Brown + a new edition of the Who Am I Game! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eno and DVR discuss good news for Zach Neto, whose return from shoulder surgery has gone well in the first half of the season, another injury in the Mets' rotation, and a verdict in the Wander Franco case. Plus, they discuss a surprising multi-year move of Globe Life Field into a pitcher-friendly environment, and weekend waiver-wire targets before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about a few ottoneu trends and a big culinary swing at Progressive Field in Cleveland.Rundown1:37 Zach Neto: Good News on Follow-Up for Shoulder5:22 A Potential Long-Term Absence for Griffin Canning9:24 HBPs Reaching an All-Time High (J-Ram & Vlad Jr. day-to-day)13:13 A Verdict in the Wander Franco Case16:39 Globe Life Field Is Changing, Reasons TBD27:46 Hitters of Interest: A Single-Catcher Shuffle & Joey Ortiz Is Waking Up38:05 Pitchers of Interest: Charlie Morton Back on the Shallow League Radar?46:17 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Returns! (Jacob Lopez's rising roster rates, Didier Fuentes' long-term appeal, and Wenceel Pérez adds thump)1:08:48 What Is Happening in Cleveland?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithGuest: Niv ShahExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles to contract extensions, Rays' shortstop Wander Franco found guilty in the Dominican Republic, the Rays win again and the NHL nears a new collective bargaining agreement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's MJ Morning Show: Fester wants to know about women and groin injuries Morons in the news "Love Island" 50-year-old mom klepto... We took calls Videos about filling your gas tank slowly Content creator sued by In & Out Burger Mystery Box Largo tornado Timeline for Howard Frankland Bridge demolition Baby showers for men F1: The Movie... Brad Pitt AMC has a warning for movie-goers Diddy trial update Bezos wedding news Guy pulled over in Louisiana for speeding to a funeral, got help with his tie Fester & Michelle sing Wander Franco verdict How many minor injuries do you get in your lifetime? Guy asks if he's the A-Hole for not wanting his wife to go on trip with a guy-friend Olive Garden selling pasta-shaped pool floats Delta offering new 18+ entertainment HCSO looking for Riverview pickpockets Sports car club pack arrested, cars impounded near Grand Teton

Our ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan joins us to talk Wander Franco's sentence, and the Royals offense. Then during Need to know, we read off a twitter exchange from today involving Royals Hitting Coach Alec Zumwalt and a fan. Finally, a dreadful Baseball stat for the Kicker!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's word of the day is ‘predatory' as in loans as in money as in Fernando Tatis Jr as in Big League Advance. What are we talking here? Well a company is being sued by Tatis Jr because of a contract he signed when he was a teen. Why is he doing this now? (21:02) Wander Franco update. The disgraced Rays star is in court in the Dominican Republic facing charges of sexual abuse against a minor. Just a very gross case. And on Thursday we'll get a ruling. (31:00) Review: Deep Cover. (35:30) The Athletics held the groundbreaking ceremony in Las Vegas yesterday. What a special day. (47:00) NPPOD. (49:30) The NBA ratings came out for Game 7. Monster numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘predatory' as in loans as in money as in Fernando Tatis Jr as in Big League Advance. What are we talking here? Well a company is being sued by Tatis Jr because of a contract he signed when he was a teen. Why is he doing this now? (21:02) Wander Franco update. The disgraced Rays star is in court in the Dominican Republic facing charges of sexual abuse against a minor. Just a very gross case. And on Thursday we'll get a ruling. (31:00) Review: Deep Cover. (35:30) The Athletics held the groundbreaking ceremony in Las Vegas yesterday. What a special day. (47:00) NPPOD. (49:30) The NBA ratings came out for Game 7. Monster numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller goes in depth on Fernando Tatis lawsuit that Tatis is filing against a lending deal company he was involved in, then transitions into how Alex Rodriguez believes Pete Rose could’ve had years added to his life if he would’ve been inducted to the HOF, and if Wander Franco will ever get another opportunity in the MLB again if he’s found guilty + a new edition of Maller to the Third Degree, & much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top 4... Wander Franco is not a good guy The Mel Kiper-Sheduer Sanders meltdown was magical