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Ben Lindbergh, Meg Rowley, and FanGraphs authors Michael Baumann and Ben Clemens (accompanied by podcast scorekeeper Chris Hanel) play “College Baseball Player or Driver in a Formula 1 Support Series” (5:07), banter about an auction for Team Italy’s WBC espresso machine (10:09), explain the fourth annual preseason predictions game (19:20), and then make 10 bold predictions apiece (22:20) about baseball in 2026, to be voted on by listeners. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Horny)” Audio outro: Kite Person, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to vote on predictions Link to preseason predictions game wiki Link to Anton’s mash-up song Link to original song Link to EW Episode 2383 Link to “College Baseball Player or” games Link to Baumann on Herta Link to espresso machine auction Link to other Team Italy items Link to Ohtani Cy Young story Link to Ohtani email episode Link to Sam on Gsellman Link to For All Mankind Link to FG playoff odds Link to Artemis II story Link to Perry/moon landing story Link to Neckzilla Link to Schulte’s SABR bio Link to Manfred/Harper/DeRosa story Link to AO3 Link to new managers story Link to team WAR projections Link to 2024 2B innings leaders Link to active postseason droughts Link to 2025 Royals WAR leaders Link to Garcia breakout comment Link to old-SP leaders Link to Quinn’s SABR bio Link to Verlander outing article Link to young, homegrown SP leaders Link to Pirates SP article Link to Baumann on Mlodzinski Link to MLB partnership announcement Link to MLB partnership announcement info 1 Link to MLB partnership announcement info 2 Link to MLB partnership announcement info 3 Link to vote on predictions (do it!) Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
Salk explains why baseball is in such a good spot, despite what many like to say, and uses the WBC numbers as reasoning. Then, they re-air their conversation with Chris Egan Of KING 5 to discuss a wide variety of Seattle sports topics.
Rob and Kelvin tell us why the one-and-done format is what makes the NCAA Tournament so special, explain why Jim Boeheim was wrong for saying it would be ‘stupid’ for Syracuse to explore hiring a coach from outside the family, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, USA Today MLB columnist Bob Nightengale swings by to discuss the World Baseball Classic television ratings, why foreign-born players hold the WBC in higher regards than the World Series, whether the Los Angeles Dodgers can three-peat as World Series Champions, the narratives surrounding Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Maller talks about Logan Webb saying that Team USA cared the most out of every team in the WBC, MLB going into business with the prediction market, coach Mark Pope refusing to confirm or deny Kentucky offered Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg over $7 million, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holy cow! March Madness started this week and as we set up for this podcast episode, Sienna has an 11-point lead on Duke in a 1-16 matchup. It's Madness!!! We break down the top seeds and story lines. Aztecs Basketball is over. Brian Dutcher's post-season press conference is filled with news and nuggets. Lakers are at war with the west while the WNBA finally decides to settle. Padres, Dodgers and Angels all have big roster decisions ahead. Who makes the 26-man team? We've got WBC highlights too. Madd Maxx's knee is a topic of conversation. Hacksaw has a medical report. Late free agency signings with the Eagles, 49ers, and Browns. SDFC blown out by Toluca, plus FIFA World Cup and F1 Racing. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, Facebook, or X. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, March 19, 2026. 1)...MARCH MADNESS ARRIVES "PICK EM PAL" DUKE...MICHIGAN ARIZONA...FLORIDA HOUSTON...U CONN MIAMI-OHIO 2)...AZTECS SEASON OVER-QUESTIONS BEGIN…BRIAN DUTCHER "AZTECS-ALL IN" "EVERYONE IS IN THE PORTAL" "NO MARQUEE WINS" "BEAT TROY-GET IT" "BRUTALLY HONEST-EVALUATION" "WANT-WANT TO COME BACK GUYS" "GWATH-GROW GAME" "BYRD-GO PRO ANOTHER SCHOOL" "MWC-WE CONSUMED EACH OTHER" 3)...LAKERS-WNBA HEADLINES "LAKERS WAR ON WEST...WNBA WAR OVER" --------------- 4)...PADRES-DODGERS-ANGELS UPDATES "DECISION DAY COMING" 5)...WBC...headlines "BIG SUCCESS-BIG UPSET" ...Venezuela-clutch pitching ...Team USA bats silent...Judge-Vlad-Bregman-Harper ...Stunning...Dominican Republic...Japan...not survive. ...TV ratings (7M) ...semifinal.... (9M) finals game ...Embarrassment...USA given 2nd place medal...walked away-took them off. ...Fans...Mardi Gras game...Celebration...Dominican Republic-Venezuela-Japan ...What is next...All Star Week! ============== (HALFTIME...DIXIELINE LUMBER) ============== 6)...NFL HEADLINES…RAIDERS-RAVENS "MAXX CROSBY-VS-RAVENS" 7)...NFL NOTEBOOK…EAGLES/49ERS/BROWNS "LATE FREE AGENT SIGNINGS" ----------------- 8)...HOT HEADLINES "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE" SDFC FIFA FORMULA 1 .. #MLB #PADRES #joemusgrove #michaelking #RANDYVASQUEZ #JASONADAM #nickpivetta #SUNGMUNSONG #MIGUELANDUJAR #nickcastellanos #griffincanning #germanmarquez #tyfrance #walkerbuehler #DODGERS #tylerglasnow #shoheiohtani #yoshinobuyamamoto #rokisasaki #blakesnell #BOBBYMILLER #KYLETUCKER #riverryan #ANGELS #alekmanoah #graysonrodriguez #aaronjudge #markderosa #wbc #nfl #BILLS #BROWNS #CHIEFS #texans #EAGLES #49ERS #raiders #maxxcrosby #chargers #lakers #lebronjames #deandreayton #jjredick #lukadoncic #MARCUSSMART #AUSTINREAVES #ruihachimura #wnba #KANSAS #arizona #houston #duke #sandiegostate #aztecs #briandutcher #milesbyrd #MAGOONGWATH #miamiohio #uconn #stjohns #f1 #landonorris #maxverstappen #sdfc #wrexham #SANDIEGOFC #duranferree Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/
What just happened in the World Baseball Classic… and what does it mean for the Dodgers? On this episode of Talkin' Blue, Cody and Vince break down Venezuela winning its first-ever WBC title and Team USA falling short again — plus what this means for the future of international baseball and the Olympics. We also dive into one of the biggest Dodgers decisions of the spring: Roki Sasaki being confirmed in the starting rotation. Does he deserve the spot, and what should expectations be heading into Opening Day? The Dodgers roster is starting to take shape with key moves, including River Ryan and Kyle Hurt heading to Triple-A and Santiago Espinal being added to the 40-man roster. Plus, a major off-field development — UNIQLO is set to become the naming rights sponsor of the field at Dodger Stadium. What does this mean for the franchise moving forward? All that and more as Opening Day gets closer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We are back for a weekend that has compelling title fights in Orlando and California and we have lots of fight news to go over, too, on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter to go over it allFirst a preview of the Saturday Matchroom DAZN card in Orlando, FloridaCarlos Adames vs. Austin Williams, 12 rounds, for Adames' WBC middleweight title. Adames had problems making weight two months ago to postpone this one. And, "Ammo" Williams can fight. We have some analysis.Also, former Olympian Omari Jones vs. Christian Gomez, 8 rounds, junior middleweights. And massive Teremoana Teremoana vs. Curtis Harper, 8 rounds, heavyweights. We have more on those two bouts.Then, a preview of Saturday's ProBoxTV main event in San Bernardino, CaliforniaLester Martinez vs. Immanuwel Aleem, for vacant WBC interim super middleweight title. Martinez is an action fighter looking to move up in the status in 168 lb. ranks.Some News Top Rank back in business. Press conference was on Wednesday at New York's Madison Square Garden to announce their multi-year deal with DAZN. We have more on some of the specifics and does it mean that another prominent promotion, Golden Boy, is now out in the cold with DAZN?Next, WBC junior welterweight titlist Dalton Smith and former titleholder and mandatory challenger Alberto Puello two weeks after their mandatory was ordered have a deal. Paperwork being finalized for June 6th in a Matchroom Boxing headlined in Smith's hometown of Sheffield, England. Dan has more.With Frank Sanchez-Richard Torrez Jr. IBF heavyweight eliminator postponed, PBC made some changes to the Sebastian Fundora-Keith Thurman PBC on Prime Video pay-per-view card on March 28: New co-feature is a junior middleweight fight between former interim titleholders Yoenis Tellez and Brian Mendoza.-- Middleweight bout between Yoenli Hernandez Terrell Gausha intact --New PPV opener: 10-round heavyweight fight between promising Gurgen Hovhannisyan and Cesar Navarro-- Super middleweight fight between Elijah Garcia and Kevin Newman II was the opener but now will be the final bout of the free prelims on Prime Video.Also, PBC officially announces David Benavidez-Zurdo Ramirez PPV undercard on May 2: WBA super mddleweight titlist Armando Reséndiz defends vs. Jaime Munguía Junior welterweight Oscar Duarte vs. Angel Fierro Junior middleweight Isaac Lucero vs. Alan Sandoval And, back to Top Rank, which has promoted heavyweight Jared Anderson for his entire career, is in talks with Queensberry Promotions about a co-promotional deal, that could start with his appearance the Wardley-Dubois card May 9th. Dan has more on why this move and they discuss is Anderson still motivated to be a a great fighter or not?It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.
Today's word of the day is ‘culture' as in Venezuela as in America as in Puerto Rico as in Dominican Republic as in Japan as in Korea as in Italy as in World Baseball Classic! It's all over. Venezuela won the damn thing. United States finishes as the bridesmaid for the second consecutive tournament. Woof. Let's talk about the tournament, Miami, the future of the WBC, and the impact on MLB. (22:35) The WNBA has a new agreement. How fun! Let's break it all down. (33:50) Review: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die. (37:40) The NFLPA has a new executive director. It's former player president JC Tretter. How did that happen? (46:00) Is the NFL going to replace the refs? It could happen! (50:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Coca hour. Today's episode starts with David's trip to the WBC. Not a breakdown of the tournament, but how he felt watching the tournament play out in the stadium he built. Cool stuff! Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code SAMSON15 at https://huel.com/SAMSON15. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today's word of the day is ‘culture' as in Venezuela as in America as in Puerto Rico as in Dominican Republic as in Japan as in Korea as in Italy as in World Baseball Classic! It's all over. Venezuela won the damn thing. United States finishes as the bridesmaid for the second consecutive tournament. Woof. Let's talk about the tournament, Miami, the future of the WBC, and the impact on MLB. (22:35) The WNBA has a new agreement. How fun! Let's break it all down. (33:50) Review: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die. (37:40) The NFLPA has a new executive director. It's former player president JC Tretter. How did that happen? (46:00) Is the NFL going to replace the refs? It could happen! (50:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Coca hour. Today's episode starts with David's trip to the WBC. Not a breakdown of the tournament, but how he felt watching the tournament play out in the stadium he built. Cool stuff! Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code SAMSON15 at https://huel.com/SAMSON15. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Lindbergh, Meg Rowley, and FanGraphs contributor Kiri Oler wrap up the World Baseball Classic, covering Venezuela’s triumph, Team USA’s slump and vibes, and the overall success of the tournament, plus thoughts on Mark DeRosa’s managing and Team USA’s future, the semifinal matchups, the bad calls against the Dominican Republic, the challenge system and pitches that are “too close to take,” the WBC vs. the World Series, when the next WBC should be, and much more. Audio intro: El Warren, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Jonathan Crymes, “Effectively Wild Theme 2” Link to Defector on Venezuela Link to Harper on the outcome Link to Posnanski on Team USA Link to Manfred on WBC timing Link to data on US-DR game Link to data on Perdomo take Link to Ben on fouling off pitches Link to Harper on the Olympics Link to McLean start story Link to top SP projections Link to USA anthem answers Link to DeRosa on SEAL speaker Link to Fox Rogers mix-up Link to Julio’s WBC quote Link to Judge’s WBC quote Link to Hernández’s WBC quote Link to Jeter on the WBC Link to DeRosa/López relievers story Link to next WBC timing Link to Ben on more WBCs Link to story on DeRosa’s future Link to Charbonnet play Link to Ben on “Strategy” Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
There is no zealot, like the converted! Laurence reacts to Team USA's "all business" persona during the WBC. He can relate, but thinks everyone involved needs to take a breath. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Czabe talks again about the incredible finish to the WBC, with baseball-crazed Venezuela, down on their political fortunes, ousting the USA in a tight finish. What can make this decidedly imperfect event even better going forward? Dick Vitale and Charles Barkley make a basketball game into a (bad) podcast. Barkley doesn't understand anything about NIL and anti-trust. PAUL CHARCHIAN swings by to ask Czabe "10 Important Questions" about concerts, sports and Vegas. MORE.....Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Rob and Kelvin debate whether the emotional outburst from the Venezuelan players proves that the World Baseball Classic matters more to other countries than it does to the USA. Plus, CBS Sports national baseball reporter Julian McWilliams swings by to discuss all the fallout from the WBC and all the biggest headlines as we approach MLB Opening Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
⚾ USA Falls Short Again? WBC Reaction + MLB Talk
Tampa Bay Rays pitching prospect Owen Wild joins the show!Owen is fresh off pitching for Great Britain in the WBC and we talk all about the experience. We also look into his 2026 season in the Rays system.
This might not be a sports podcast or a movies podcast, but the boys catch you up on all the important WBC and Oscars stuff. Also a weird busker bothers Brent and Eddie's all alone watching YouTube documentaries. Subscribe to the pod ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@ohhellyeahpod?sub_confirmation=1 Follow the pod http://instagram.com/ohhellyeahpod https://www.tiktok.com/@ohhellyeahpod Follow Eddie Della Siepe http://instagram.com/Eddiedellasiepe https://www.eddiedellasiepe.com Follow Brent Flyberg http://instagram.com/brentflyberg A concept seldom found in the podcast world. Two male comedians having a free flowing conversation in a garage converted into a studio. Honestly...it's never been done. Comedians Eddie Della Siepe & Brent Flyberg dare you to listen to the Oh Hell Yeah! podcast every week. They bet you can't do it. Prove them wrong.
Ep. 246, Mar. 18, 2026: On this episode we discuss Bam's 83, NBA Real Or Fake, March Madness Begins, NFL Free Agency, WBC & More
Team USA finishes second again as Venezuela wins the WBC and Aaron Judge has just struck out again. Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos and we talk play in games (00:00:00-00:18:38). We then do our Mega March Madness preview of fun facts where we go through the entire field with facts you didn't know and definitely didn't need to know (00:18:38-01:37:47). Hot Seat/Cool Throne where we finally won an award after 10 years of podcasting (01:37:47-02:08:38). Mark Titus joins the show to break down the March Madness bracket, who can win it all, cinderellas, and does he regret not sleeping with the Ohio State president (02:08:38-03:32:20). We finish the show with lottery balls (03:32:20-03:36:55).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take
Today's word of the day is ‘gold' as in WBC as in World Baseball Classic as in Miami as in USA as in Venezuela as in Ronald Acuna Jr as in Aaron Judge. What a tournament it has been. Venezuela battled back again to beat Italy. A classic. The crowd is so loud. The vibes are so high. The tournament has been a resounding success! (20:30) Every time the MLBPA says something we have to discuss it. Bruce Meyer was back in the news again, and he will be for the rest of this year. (29:10) NBA expansion is here. Las Vegas? Seattle? Billions and billions! (38:30) Review: War Machine. (40:45) New rules coming to baseball? It must be a Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Hour 3 of the show, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington chat with Petros Papadakis on some WBC and baseball topics. Plus, the guys make some college basketball bets for the tourney, a Dodgers edition of The Leftovers, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this Wednesday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington recap the WBC with Venezuela taking down USA in the Final. Plus, the guys go over some antics, chairs breaking mid show, a follow up edition of ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's word of the day is ‘gold' as in WBC as in World Baseball Classic as in Miami as in USA as in Venezuela as in Ronald Acuna Jr as in Aaron Judge. What a tournament it has been. Venezuela battled back again to beat Italy. A classic. The crowd is so loud. The vibes are so high. The tournament has been a resounding success! (20:30) Every time the MLBPA says something we have to discuss it. Bruce Meyer was back in the news again, and he will be for the rest of this year. (29:10) NBA expansion is here. Las Vegas? Seattle? Billions and billions! (38:30) Review: War Machine. (40:45) New rules coming to baseball? It must be a Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Venezuela earns its first World Baseball Classic title, defeating Team USA 3-2 in a dramatic final game. Buster Olney and Tim Kurkjian discuss what a fun tournament this edition of the WBC was, Venezuela taking down the United States and Japan on its way to a championship, the celebration that ensued, which players shined, the United States' failure to get the offense going, and what they would change about the World Baseball Classic going forward. 0:00 Venezuela beats USA 3-2 in WBC final 3:57 Eugenio Suarez has another big moment 6:25 Bryce Harper finds his swing 7:49 Cubs allow Daniel Palencia to pitch 9:05 Wilyer Abreu is a breakout candidate in 2026 11:04 Eduardo Rodríguez came up big 11:56 Nolan McLean was spinning it 13:55 Luis Arráez walks to get the late rally going 14:49 How did manager Omar López and Mark DeRosa perform? 16:06 What would you change about the WBC? 21:43 Milwaukee Brewers Preview 23:11 Headlines 23:44 Kansas City Royals Preview 25:06 Bleacher Tweets w/ more on Cubs OF Seyia Suzuki's injury CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The World Baseball Classic concludes with Venezuela taking down the USA and Salk shares his thoughts on the finale. Then, they re-air their conversation with Adam Amin of FOX Sports to discuss the WBC, the Sonics set to return to Seattle and plenty more.
Brock and Salk share the things that jumped out to them in the WBC as the tournament comes to a close. They then dissect their No. 6 most intriguing Mariner, as they continue to count down their top ten, in Brendan Donovan. In Blue 88, topics include some remaining free agent fits for the Seahawks, another Seahawks objective for 2026 and a tidbit that Brock had never heard before.
Can you criticize Aaron Judge for the WBC? Mike Lupica says sometimes with baseball in one game, when the other pitcher is great, you have no shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Venezuela earns its first World Baseball Classic title, defeating Team USA 3-2 in a dramatic final game. Buster Olney and Tim Kurkjian discuss what a fun tournament this edition of the WBC was, Venezuela taking down the United States and Japan on its way to a championship, the celebration that ensued, which players shined, the United States' failure to get the offense going, and what they would change about the World Baseball Classic going forward. 0:00 Venezuela beats USA 3-2 in WBC final 3:57 Eugenio Suarez has another big moment 6:25 Bryce Harper finds his swing 7:49 Cubs allow Daniel Palencia to pitch 9:05 Wilyer Abreu is a breakout candidate in 2026 11:04 Eduardo Rodríguez came up big 11:56 Nolan McLean was spinning it 13:55 Luis Arráez walks to get the late rally going 14:49 How did manager Omar López and Mark DeRosa perform? 16:06 What would you change about the WBC? 21:43 Milwaukee Brewers Preview 23:11 Headlines 23:44 Kansas City Royals Preview 25:06 Bleacher Tweets w/ more on Cubs OF Seyia Suzuki's injury CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Venezuela beats USA to win 1st WBC (25:21) Maxx Crosby ‘livid' after failed trade, Do the Broncos deserve respect? (39:57) Michael Rubin joins the show to talk Fanatics Flag Football Classic (48:51) Nick's Tiers (01:06:54) March Madness: Final Four predictions (01:17:14) Maurice Edu joins (01:26:25) Packed Stats, Biggest headlines from WBC (01:50:07) Jared Allen joins (02:03:14) How dangerous are the 49ers? (02:08:29) NCAA's Cinderella stories in their final chapter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rob & Kelvin debate the WBC finals appeal without Japan, Rashad Philips stops by, and Antonio Daniels joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Number, Word and Song of the Day. Top Story of the Day on the WBC. St Patrick's Day FlashbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A full show of Great Sports Talk. Guys are fired up for the WBC and the Lakers winners of 6 in a row. Hall of Famer James Worthy on the Lakers. DVR with Vassegh from Dodgers Spring Training and a big start for Roki Sasaki.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Maller talks about Aaron Judge choking on the big stage yet again, this time for Team USA, if the latest edition of the WBC lived up to expectations, Mark DeRosa saying he believes every player would volunteer for the WBC if its moved to the All-Star break, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
PODCAST LAS NOTICIAS CON CALLE DE 18 DE MARZO DE 2026 - Sube el precio de la gasolina al más alto desde la guerra de Ucrania Abandonan viejitos en residenciales públicos - El Vocero Habremos 1 de cada 5 boricuas no estará aquí en los próximos años - El Nuevo Día Riley Greene dice que no conoce bien su lado boricua y que su mamá tampoco y por eso no jugó por PR - El Nuevo Día Entregan los datos de los contratos de Antonio Sagardía - El Vocero 33 billones es el presupuesto consolidados de PR para el año que viene, 803 millones más que el actual - El VoceroEscoltas de Ricky son discrecionales de la policía - El Vocero Dueños de Genera logran reestructurar su deuda y sube el valor de sus acciones - El Nuevo Día Moshayra Vicente pide revisar por derecho propio decisión del juez en caso del asesinato de su esposo - Primera HoraPelea por regular esteticistas en PR, plantean que se le está yendo la mano a los legisladores - El Vocero Jefe de Tribunales se opone a proyecto que quiere cambiar la Rama Judicial - El Nuevo Día Piden aumento para la luz por guerra de Irán - El Nuevo Día Venezuela gana 3 a 2 el WBC contra USA Irán logra matar varios en Israel - Primera Hora Le van a entregar o no el estudio legal que estableció que tenían que dejarle las escoltas a Wanda y que ahora cambiaron… Precio del petróleo estabiliza en 95 que parece que será el nuevo normal por ahora - Oilprice Hoy deciden si bajan la tasa de interés o no en el FED Cuba logra restablecer un poco de la energía eléctrica y dice que lucharán contra Estados Unidos - CNBCJefe de Cor3 se inhibe de que contraten a su empresa que vendió, pero que pidió contratos en su agencia - Jay Fonseca Premium • Oye… se acabó el Clásico, pero la fiebre de la pelota sigue activa. Si tú eres de los que se quedó pompea'o, esto es pa' ti. • Porque, ahora que arranca la temporada, T-Mobile te está regalando MLB.TV... Sí, MLB.TV (http://mlb.tv/) GRATIS. • Estamos hablando de TODOS los juegos de la temporada 2026, en vivo, desde tu teléfono, tableta, smart tv... Donde sea que estés. • Y esto no es cualquier cosa… esto cuesta $149.99… pero, si eres cliente, la suscripción te sale GRATIS • Ahora, ojo con esto: esta oferta sale el martes, 24 de marzo, pero tienes solo una semana pa' reclamarla… hasta el 31 de marzo. Si lo dejaste pa' después… te puedes quedar fuera. • ¿Y cómo lo haces? Bien fácil. Descargas el app de T-Life, entras a T-Mobile Tuesdays, le das SAVE, luego REDEEM y, ¡boom!, ya tienes la temporada completa lista. • Además, no es solo ver juegos en vivo… también puedes verlos luego, y tienes acceso a contenido adicional. • Y, si no eres cliente de T-Mobile todavía, déjame decirte: ESTE es el momento pa' cambiarte.Te activas en T-Mobile, descargas el app de T-Life… y puedes hacer streaming GRATIS de los juegos de pelota. • Así de fácil. Actívate visitando una tienda T-Mobile, llamando al 1-800-TMOBILE o hazlo directo desde la aplicación de T-Life. • Después no digas que no te lo dije… T-Mobile siempre está jugando en otra lig
After a tight loss, the spotlight turns to bullpen management, unanswered questions about pitcher availability, and whether DeRosa's explanation for not using key arms actually holds up under scrutiny. The hosts break down the controversial handling of Mason Miller, the logic behind saving pitchers for hypothetical situations, and the broader issue of MLB teams influencing in-game decisions during the WBC. They debate whether DeRosa was put in a no-win situation or simply mismanaged the moment, while also examining how tournament restrictions and communication failures may have played a role in the outcome.
Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash open the show by diving straight into the familiar and heated debate surrounding Aaron Judge after Team USA's loss. A rough night at the plate quickly reignites the question Yankees fans can't seem to escape: can Judge deliver in the biggest moments, or is the narrative about his postseason struggles here to stay? Using caller reactions and their own perspectives, the hosts explore the gap between Judge's undeniable greatness and his inconsistent results in high-pressure games. They debate whether one WBC performance should matter at all, how much perception shapes his legacy, and why, fair or not, October remains the only thing that can ultimately change the conversation.
The fallout from the World Baseball Classic final, with Evan and Tiki revisiting their predictions and unpacking Team USA's narrow loss. From there, the conversation quickly shifts to Aaron Judge, the scrutiny he faces in big spots, and whether even a March at-bat can fuel another round of debate about his legacy and postseason pressure. The episode also features strong listener calls and a detailed baseball discussion about Judge's plate approach, including whether he was hunting a pitch, being overly selective, or unfairly accused of looking for a walk. Along the way, the hosts touch on why Judge seems to be judged differently than other stars, why the Yankees remain contenders every year, and how the WBC is already shaping storylines heading into the MLB season.
Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash break down Aaron Judge's quiet night in Team USA's 3-2 World Baseball Classic loss and the larger debate it reignites for Yankees fans. The episode centers on the tension between Judge's greatness and the lingering frustration that, in the biggest moments, the conversation always seems to circle back to whether he has delivered enough when it matters most. The trio debates how much this WBC performance should really matter, compares Team USA's offensive struggles to the feel of recent Yankees playoff losses, and dives into Mark DeRosa's questionable bullpen decisions late in the game. They also hit on Nolan McLean's outing, the WBC's place in the sports world, and a funny side argument over Aaron Judge's pregame interview and the “correct” way to read a final score.
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(00:00) Toucher and Hardy continue the discussion on America's loss in the WBC. Fred doesn't understand why US players care so much about the tournament. (20:15) Toucher and Hardy are joined by MLB.com's Ian Browne to discuss all the happenings down in Fort Myers as spring training wraps up. (32:01) The guys talk about some of their attire choices in the morning. Fred bought some dry shampoo. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Good Morning, it's time to get up with a WBC stunner. Bryce comes up clutch, but the rest of team USA goes silent. (0:00) Plus - let the madness begin. Drama in Dayton as the first two games of the tournament go right down to the final buzzer. (8:10) And - Thunder road! A magical night for SGA. Can anyone stop OKC from going back-to-back? (13:20) Then - the Broncos got Bo Nix a shiny new race horse, snagging Jaylen Waddle from the Dolphins for a hefty price. Who won this deal? (23:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Team USA lost to Venezuela in the WBC. How much criticism does Aaron Judge deserve for the loss? Plus, the Knicks pick up a win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jerry returns, but first we talk about the old ‘wraps' that Sweeny Murti & Ed Coleman used to send from Spring Training. Sounds of Venezuela beating Team USA in the WBC. Nolan McLean talked about his start. Aaron Judge was asked if he's excited to get back to the Yankees. The Knicks beat the Pacers thanks to Josh Hart. Boomer said he loves Australian soft licorice.
The show begins with Venezuela beating a low-offense Team USA in the WBC, plus Gio's critique of Joe Davis's commentary regarding Nolan McLean. Jerry has the sounds including Derek Jeter's praise for the victors, followed by reactions to Jaylen Waddle's trade to the Broncos and the Knicks' victory over Indiana led by Josh Hart. Also, Mike Francesa gets confused about Joel Embiid as a college player. We also take calls regarding Team USA's loss, Aaron Judge's ability to win, and Mark DeRosa's management.
The show covers Team USA's WBC loss to Venezuela including Nolan McLean's outing, followed by Jaylen Waddle's trade to the Broncos and the Knicks' win over the Pacers. We touch on NFL tanking ("Hi, Miami"), Kenyon Martin's podcast drama, and Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his USC jersey. Finally, the team analyzes MLB rankings and Aaron Judge's performance before closing with the Seahawks' season opener and a critique of MetLife Stadium.
On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys discuss the WBC as Taylor had an in-person experience at the semi-final game Monday night. Former National League MVP and World Series champ Ryan Howard joins the fellas to talk about the WBC and his new show "The 6-1-1 Podcast" with Jimmy Rollins. Hofstra's head basketball coach Speedy Claxton joins the show to talk about his team's chances in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. #Stugotz #FSR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.