Podcasts about World Baseball Classic

After a week off for the Thanksgiving holiday, Brady and Buster Olney are reunited in advance of the winter meetings. What are we hearing about the M's at second base and what does it mean for the future of Cole Young?Also, how much will the World Baseball Classic impact spring training and what's the market like for Jorge Polanco?

CEO of Israel Baseball Americas and the 'King of Jewish Baseball' Nate Fish joins Dylan Campione & Dovid Halpert on today's episode. Hear all about Nate's journey from coaching Dylan over a decade ago to the Olympics, World Baseball Classic and so much more!! Great to have you on the show Coach and looking forward to watching Team Israel's run in the 2026 WBC!  To let us know who you'd like to hear from next on the show, contact us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / Tik Tok & X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod 

Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dive into the rosters for top WBC teams, and which Guardians players could seek to represent their countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave and Bob have their weekly conversation with Jon Morosi to reflect on October’s playoff action, preview the World Baseball Classic in March, make their predictions for Sunday against the Vikings in Call it Now, and ponder alternative futures for Sam Darnold and Aaron Rodgers in What if Wednesday?

A packed Thanksgiving-week show that went completely off the rails in the best way possible. We kick things off with festive backgrounds, beers in hand, and the usual chaos before diving into Ohio high school athletes officially being allowed to cash in on NIL money. From there, it's Brinner talk, Tulane highlights (way too many of them), and the insane story out of UAB where a player was charged with attempted murder after stabbing two teammates. We wander into a Zaxby's tangent, break down Rice bribing students with free beer, and dig into LSU reportedly dangling $90 million and a massive NIL budget at Lane Kiffin. We touch on the Michigan–Big Ten mess, then question why Kevin Stefanski punted from the Raiders' 29-yard line like he was trying to protect the under. Ohio governor Mike DeWine regrets legalizing sports betting, Colorado looks rough, and the NFL Hall of Fame semifinalists are out. Then Jay Paterno jumps into the Speakeasy and we get into everything: James Franklin getting canned, where Penn State actually ranks as a job, how NIL changed the sport, the transfer portal chaos, whether collective bargaining is coming, how we got here with paying players, and how much coaches' salaries warped the whole system. Jay talks coaching vs writing, which teams he couldn't stand, whether politics is actually worse, and runs through the Quick Hitters before wrapping up the interview. We close with ScottSki45's stat of the week on Griffey Jr. and Stan Musial, the upcoming Stuart Scott 30 for 30, Shohei committing to Japan for the WBC, beer recaps, and Sip/Chug/Drainpour with Thanksgiving traditions. Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/jvY9dgX8Sf New episodes of Craft Brewed Sports every Tuesday night. Chapters ______________________________ 00:00:00 Introduction | Festive Thanksgiving backgrounds | What's in your mug? 00:06:34 Ohio High School athletes can now get NIL money 00:12:09 Brinner needs to be more widespread | Mookie shoehorns a Tulane highlight 00:14:31 UAB player charged with attempted murder for stabbing two of his teammates 00:21:45 A Zaxby's tangent | Another Tulane highlight 00:27:38 Rice offers students free beer to attend a football game 00:33:24 LSU offering Lane Kiffin $90 million and a $25 million NIL budget 00:42:44 Is Michigan leaving the Big 10? | More Mookie highlights 00:45:00 We need to investigate Kevin Stefanski after he punted from the opponent's 29 yard line to preserve the under 00:47:58 Ohio Governor, Mike Dewine, says that he regrets legalizing sports betting in Ohio 00:50:13 Colorado is pretty crappy, huh? | Yet another Mookie highlight package 00:53:19 NFL Hall of Fame Semi-Finalists have been revealed 00:59:02 Wiseguy's Top 10...just kidding, Mookie highjacks things and plays another clip 01:01:16 Jay Paterno pops into the Speakeasy 01:01:49 How did James Franklin end up getting canned? 01:03:03 Where does the Penn State job rank? 01:04:57 Jay Paterno weighs in on how NIL changed how schools operate 01:06:59 Jay Paterno talks the difficulties of the transfer portal and today's college football game 01:09:37 Are we close to collective bargaining and a player union in college football? 01:13:28 The evolution of paying players in the NCAA 01:15:25 Coaches salaries are just as much to blame for the state of NCAA finances as NIL 01:19:04 Jay Paterno answers: What's harder, coaching on the sidelines or writing a book? 01:21:30 Who was the one coach or team that Jay Paterno couldn't stand? 01:24:27 Jay Paterno's internet cuts out, Mookie cuts to a clip 01:25:26 Jay Paterno answers: Would he rather be coaching or dealing with the crap that is American politics? 01:29:13 Mookie shows Jay Paterno a CFB 26 highlight 01:31:37 Jay Paterno answers the Quick Hitters 01:36:32 Jay Paterno plugs and interview recap 01:40:20 ScottSki45's Stat of the Week: Ken Griffey Jr and Stan Musial's odd connection 01:42:35 Stuart Scott 30 for 30 is going to be epic 01:45:18 Shoehei is playing for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, so go ahead and put them down as the winners 01:47:02 Beer recaps 01:48:24 Sip, Chug, Drainpour: Thanksgiving traditions - backyard football, turkey trot, watching all 3 NFL games 01:50:41 This was a show 01:50:51 Outro #CraftBrewedSports #JayPaterno #CollegeFootball #NIL #HighSchoolNIL #PennState #UAB #LaneKiffin #LSUFootball #MichiganFootball #KevinStefanski #Browns #SportsBetting #NFLHallOfFame #ShoheiOhtani #WBC #MLB #TulaneFootball #Thanksgiving

It's Thanksgiving Eve! It's also "National Tie One On Day", so make sure you get out there tonight & make us proud! As we get ready for the big day tomorrow, we had a bunch of Thanksgiving stuff this morning including: President Trump pardoning turkey How many feathers do wild turkeys have Ways to feel less bloated tomorro The grandma & stranger celebrate 10 years of Thanksgivings togethe Don't use aluminum foil to wrap up your turke The ingredients we forget the mos Brown Friday info What to look for in the Macy's parade Whew. In sports, Week 13 kicks off with three games tomorrow & another on Black Friday, the Bucks play in Miami tonight, and the Badger men's basketball team plays tomorrow in San Diego. Plus, the new College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the Pro Football HOF class gets updated. Elsewhere in sports, Shohei Ohtani announces that he will play in next year's World Baseball Classic, Oklahoma State hires a new head coach, a Carolina Panthers player gets suspended for punching another guy in the dick, and an all-time meltdown by a college basketball announcer! Speaking of Week 13 in the NFL, Jean & I made our Pigskin Picks this morning! Cool story about a guy who wraps his truck in Christmas lights every year to raise money & awareness for a men's mental health charity. And a cancer survivor recently became the newest member of the 124 Club! We let you know what's on TV today/tonight/this weekend, and what's new in theaters over the holiday weekend. Plus, a very strange appearance by Kate Beckinsale on Jimmy Kimmel the other night. The final season of "Stranger Things" premieres tonight on Netflix, so we looked at a list of things to remember before the season debuts. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a drunk DoorDash driver who got caught by police…who then finished his delivery, a scrooge who pulled a gun on some Christmas carolers, a woman in Thailand who showed up at a crematorium who wasn't actually dead yet, and a dude in Mississippi who stole a trail camera that recorded all his illegal activities for a few days before he was caught. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Tucker is getting a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. Give me a break. What is that team doing? And is Kellen Moore serious? (14:30) Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty to his role in a Mafia poker scheme. He was released on a $5 million bond. He is facing decades behind bars for his alleged role in the scheme. (22:00) Shohei Ohtani is back in the World Baseball Classic. He announced on Monday that he will return. The MVP from the last tournament is back with the reigning champions of Team Japan. And let's talk about Tatsuya Imai. The latest Japanese ace that was posted. He wants nothing to do with the Dodgers. He wants to take down the Dodgers. (33:15) The Colorado Rockies have a new manager. It's the interim Warren Schaeffer. (37:00) James Cameron went off on Netflix. He says Netflix movies should not be up for Oscars. Oh. (47:00) Mike Kafka has fired the Giants DC. A day after saying he didn't think he'd do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Tucker is getting a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. Give me a break. What is that team doing? And is Kellen Moore serious? (14:30) Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty to his role in a Mafia poker scheme. He was released on a $5 million bond. He is facing decades behind bars for his alleged role in the scheme. (22:00) Shohei Ohtani is back in the World Baseball Classic. He announced on Monday that he will return. The MVP from the last tournament is back with the reigning champions of Team Japan. And let's talk about Tatsuya Imai. The latest Japanese ace that was posted. He wants nothing to do with the Dodgers. He wants to take down the Dodgers. (33:15) The Colorado Rockies have a new manager. It's the interim Warren Schaeffer. (37:00) James Cameron went off on Netflix. He says Netflix movies should not be up for Oscars. Oh. (47:00) Mike Kafka has fired the Giants DC. A day after saying he didn't think he'd do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ned Colletti hops on to talk World Baseball Classic, hot stove and more. Former Raiders' President Amy Trask says that former broadcaster, Jim Gray, has a heavy influence in how the team is currently being run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shohei Ohtani Says He Will Play for Japan in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Corbin Carroll joins the show to talk about playing in the World Baseball Classic, what he’s up to this offseason and what he wants to see from the D-backs in spring.

Baseball United: A New Frontier from the United Arab EmiratesGames played in 1 convertible stadium in Dubai to seat 6,500–37,0004 Teams: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Mumbai, KarachiSeason: Just 9 games per team iOwnership: Major MLB names—Barry Larkin, Adrian Beltre, Robinson Cano, Robinson Chirinos, Elvis AndrusSavannah Bananas–style rules:Inning-Ending Fireball: Designated Runner: 3x per game.No Extra Innings: Ties are resolved via Home Run Derby.Moneyball At-Bats: Up to 3 per game, doubling all runs scoredCricket dominates Gulf regionDubai's population is 90% expatriates, could help broaden interest.Future presence in the World Baseball Classic?Reflections of LIV for Baseball United PathImpact on LIV with PGA as a rivalControversy on poaching players Jack Nicklaus wins $50 million defamation judgment after company falsely tied him to LIV support.

Gunnar Henderson has expressed interest in playing for the United States in next year's World Baseball Classic. There's tough competition at shortstop and the infield in general. Will he get an invite?

Beltrán remembers iconic Mets moments like his three-homer game in Colorado, the over-the-shoulder catch on the hill in Houston, and a monster late-inning homer vs. the Phillies at Shea. He explains what it took to live up to a massive contract in New York, the pressure that comes with expectations, and why consistency was his obsession as a player. Now working in the Mets' front office, Beltrán talks about mentoring the next wave of talent — including Francisco Álvarez, Mark Vientos, Ronny Mauricio and Luisangel Acuña — and why he believes the future in Queens is “super bright.” He also dives into the Puerto Rico Baseball Academy, his Roberto Clemente Award, and his new role as GM of Team Puerto Rico for the World Baseball Classic, with Francisco Lindor as his captain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a trade on Sunday, although not one of the big-name trades we're expecting this offseason. Robinson Ortiz, who was just added to LA's 40-man roster a couple weeks ago, was shipped to Seattle for Tyler Gough, a young pitcher who doesn't need to be on the 40. Jeff Snider and Clint Pasillas are here to talk about this trade and the 40-man roster in general, leading up to Tuesday's deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft. Meanwhile, free agent Dodger favorite Kiké Hernandez had surgery on his ailing left elbow and will miss the World Baseball Classic next spring because of it. Will it affect his free agency? And speaking of free agency, first baseman Josh Naylor is signing a five-year deal to stay with the Mariners, the first big signing of this Hot Stove Season. Let's dig into all of it! Share your thoughts in the comments section! Tube in all offseason long! Leave a voicemail or text the Friend of the Show hotline! = (562)373-4095 #Dodgers Please consider supporting the show on Patreon! ️ https://patreon.com/realFRG Or support on YouTube Members! ️ https://youtube.com/@alldodgers/join All Dodgers is presented by FanDuel, part of the Bleav Network of podcasts. Please like and subscribe on YouTube! Hit that notification bell to get alerts on new content! PODCAST: Listen on BLEAV! ️ https://bit.ly/adbleav Listen on iTunes! ️ https://apple.co/3TXL8Vv Listen on Spotify! ️ http://bit.ly/3I9nW2S Listen on iHeart! ️ https://ihr.fm/3TXV5Cy SOCIAL: Follow Clint on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/realFRG Follow Clint on Instagram ️instagram.com/realfrg Follow Jeff on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/snidog Follow Kevin on Twitter/X ️twitter.com/skinner7kevin Follow the show on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/alldodgersla Follow the show on Instagram ️ instagram.com/alldodgerspod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Olin Kreutz to discuss the Bears offensive line's superb performance in recent weeks. He also previewed the Bears-Vikings game Sunday in Minnesota. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to the news that Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in 2026.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in 2026.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the news that Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will play for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.

On a day full of Arizona Diamondbacks news, Corbin Carroll officially joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic and Geraldo Perdomo finished fourth in the MVP race. 

V 162. dílu Monday Ballcastu se vracíme v komorní sestavě dvou moderátorů, abychom se podrobně podívali na vrchol podzimní baseballové sezóny – přátelskou sérii české reprezentace v Jižní Koreji. Proti čtvrtému týmu světa jsme odehráli dva zápasy v elektrizující atmosféře vyprodaného Gocheok Sky Dome a přivezli si spoustu cenných zkušeností.Společně rozebereme, jak si naši hráči vedli proti světové špičce, kdo z nich zazářil a co nám tyto duely ukázaly před nadcházejícím World Baseball Classic.V této epizodě se dozvíte:Hodnocení série: Jaký byl největší úspěch celé akce a proč byl první zápas (0:3) herně mnohem vyrovnanější než ten druhý (1:11).Výkony na nadhozu: Chválíme skvělou práci startérů Jana Nováka a Tomáše Ondry i výborné výkony relieverů v čele s MVP Lukášem Hlouchem.Pálkařské trápení: Analyzujeme, proč se našemu útoku proti korejským nadhazovačům nedařilo a proč jsme si připsali tolik strikeoutů.Síla KBO: Nahlédneme pod pokličku jihokorejské profesionální ligy – proč je tak kvalitní, jaké jsou platy hráčů a jaké moderní technologie (včetně automatických rozhodčích) používá.Nové dresy: Nadšeně hodnotíme povedený retro design dresů, ve kterých národní tým v Koreji nastoupil.Výhled na WBC: Diskutujeme o tom, kdo si řekl o nominaci na World Baseball Classic, jak vypadá boj o post druhého a třetího chytače a otevíráme téma možných posil z USA (Vavra, Grichuk a další).Aktuálně ze světa: Krátce zmíníme novinky okolo Marka Chlupa v Japonsku a zimní angažmá Borise Večerky.Ponořte se s námi do analýzy, která uzavírá reprezentační rok 2025!

World Series Recap: The Jays outscored the Dodgers overall, but clutch plays sealed the outcome. Shoutouts to standout performances by Ernie Clement, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Alejandro Kirk, Addison Barger, and Trey Yesavage.Will Smith & Addison Barger – need we say more MVPDodgers Depth & Dollars: From Miguel Rojas' heroics to the $500M payroll, the hosts debate whether baseball needs a salary cap and floor to level the field.CBA & Player Pay: Comparing MLB's system with the NHL, NBA, and WNBA—Mark and Mat discuss open books, player-owner revenue splits, and how Scott Boras clients may influence negotiations.Leadership & Labor: MLB and the Players Association need to “grow up” before the next CBA fight.Blue Jays' Core: The future of Bo Bichette, Vladdy Jr., and the culture shift led by George Springer.Aging Dodgers & Ohtani's Durability: Can Shohei keep excelling both on the mound and at the plate as he ages?Call to the Post - Tampa Bay Rays Roster Overhaul: Rays DFA and move on from nearly half their 40-man roster — Mat calls it both “encouraging and frustrating.” #RaysUp 2026Familiar Faces Return: Jake Fraley and Tristan Gray are back despite prior injuries and struggles.Farewell to Fairbanks: Rays part ways with Pete Fairbanks — was it a respectful release or a missed trade opportunity?Pitching Shifts: Ian Seymour's drop shocks fans; Forrest Whitley and Yoniel Curet could step up.Outfield Overload: Ten outfielders on the 40-man roster — what's the plan?Shane McClanahan Future: Could injuries push him into a closer role?Welcome Back, Ozzie Timmons: The beloved coach returns; Mat breaks down his quiet success improving OBP in Milwaukee with the Brewers.Taylor Walls Extended: What it means for Carson Williams' timeline and the shortstop spot. Hopefully we will see improvement with his bat at the plate for Taylor2026 Roster: Adding of 2 ex-Reds“J-Fetish” Alert: Mat jokes that Eric Neander's obsession with players whose names start with “J” is getting out of hand. Intervention may be neededLooking Ahead: Updates on Winter Ball, the Australian Baseball League, WBC, World Baseball Classic, 2026, and the upcoming WPBL, Women's Professional Baseball League draft. Find 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 

pWotD Episode 3106: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 346,393 views on Sunday, 2 November 2025 our article of the day is Yoshinobu Yamamoto.Yoshinobu Yamamoto (山本 由伸, Yamamoto Yoshinobu; born August 17, 1998) is a Japanese professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Orix Buffaloes, where he became one of the most decorated pitchers in league history.Between 2021 and 2023, Yamamoto won three consecutive Pacific League Most Valuable Player Awards, three Eiji Sawamura Awards, and three Triple Crowns, leading the league in wins, strikeouts, and earned run average in each of those seasons. He also threw two no-hitters and was a key figure in Orix's 2022 Japan Series championship.Following the 2023 season, Yamamoto was posted to MLB and signed a 12-year, $325 million contract with the Dodgers—the largest ever for a pitcher at the time. In his rookie MLB season, he contributed to Los Angeles’ 2024 World Series title, becoming the first player in baseball history to win a World Series, an Olympic gold medal, and a World Baseball Classic title. In 2025, Yamamoto was named to his first All-Star game. He then helped the Dodgers win a second consecutive World Series title while claiming the World Series MVP award in the process. Internationally, he has represented Japan in multiple tournaments, earning gold medals at the 2019 WBSC Premier12, the 2020 Summer Olympics, and the 2023 World Baseball Classic.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:59 UTC on Monday, 3 November 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Yoshinobu Yamamoto on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Ruth.

V 161. dílu Monday Ballcastu se s expertem na MLB Martinem Wernerem (mlbcom.cz) ohlížíme za jednou z nejlepších a nejsledovanějších Světových sérií posledních let. Proč byl tento ročník zlomový nejen pro Dodgers, ale pro celý baseball? Rozebrali jsme klíčové momenty rozhodujícího sedmého zápasu, neuvěřitelné výkony japonských hvězd v čele s Yoshinobu Yamamotem a taktické bitvy manažerů Davea Robertse a Johna Schneidera. Diskutujeme také o tom, zda týmy s obrovskými rozpočty, jako jsou Dodgers, "kazí" baseball, nebo ho naopak posouvají na novou úroveň a zvyšují jeho globální popularitu. V této epizodě se dozvíte: Proč byl sedmý zápas jedním z nejlepších v historii. Jaké momenty a statistiky rozhodly o vítězi. Příběh Dona Mattinglyho a jeho skoro 40leté čekání na Světovou sérii. Jak velký vliv měli japonští hráči na letošní play-off. Krátký výhled na blížící se World Baseball Classic. Přejeme příjemný poslech!

From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here): The Washington Nationals have locked in on their next Manager of the franchise as Blake Butera joins the organization as the first Managerial hire by New President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer react to the news and look back at the managerial career of Butera, who comes from the Tampa Bay Rays organization and coached with Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic in 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 219, FULL SHOW -- The Washington Nationals have locked in on their next Manager of the franchise as Blake Butera joins the organization as the first Managerial hire by New President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer react to the news and look back at the managerial career of Butera, who comes from the Tampa Bay Rays organization and coached with Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic in 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Ackerman checks in from Bloomington and talks with Chaim Bloom about the Dodgers sweep of the Brewers and Shohei Ohtani's continued dominance. They look at the playoff chances of the Blue Jays and Mariners before diving deep into the Cardinals pitching pipeline. Bloom gives an update on Iván Herrera's elbow procedure and his plan to move back to catching full time. They touch on current injuries, the World Baseball Classic, and finish with a brief note on Yadier Molina's interest in a future on the coaching or management side.

In Hour 1 Tom Ackerman opens from Bloomington and talks with Bernie Miklasz about the surprising rise of programs like Indiana and Vanderbilt, Missouri's playoff chances, and the changing college football landscape. He then talks with Don Fischer from inside Assembly Hall as Fischer reflects on his 53 year career and weighs in on Curt Cignetti, NIL, the transfer portal, and new basketball coach Darian DeVries. The hour closes with Chaim Bloom on the Dodgers sweep of the Brewers, Shohei Ohtani's dominance, the playoff outlook for Toronto and Seattle, the state of Cardinals pitching, Iván Herrera's return to catching, and the possibility of players joining the next World Baseball Classic.

pWotD Episode 3091: Shohei Ohtani Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 331,536 views on Saturday, 18 October 2025 our article of the day is Shohei Ohtani.Shohei Ohtani (Japanese: 大谷 翔平, Hepburn: Ōtani Shōhei; pronounced [oːtaɲi ɕoːheː] (SHOW-hey oh-TAH-nee); born July 5, 1994) is a Japanese professional baseball designated hitter and pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). Nicknamed "Shotime", he has previously played in MLB for the Los Angeles Angels and in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters. Because of his elite contributions as a hitter and as a pitcher, a rarity as a two-way player, Ohtani's prime seasons have been considered among the greatest in baseball history, with some comparing them favorably to the early career of Babe Ruth.Considered early on as an elite two-way player, Ohtani was the first pick of the Fighters in the 2012 NPB draft. He played for the Fighters from 2013 through 2017 as a pitcher and an outfielder and won the 2016 Japan Series with them. The Fighters posted Ohtani to MLB after the 2017 season, and he signed with the Angels, soon winning the 2018 American League (AL) Rookie of the Year Award.Following an injury-plagued 2019 and 2020, Ohtani hit 46 home runs and struck out 156 batters en route to winning his first AL Most Valuable Player Award (MVP) in 2021, a statistically unprecedented two-way season that saw him bestowed with the Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award. In 2022, he became the first player in the modern era to qualify for both the hitting and pitching leaderboards in one season, finishing third in the AL with 219 strikeouts.Ohtani won his second AL MVP in 2023, leading the AL with 44 home runs while recording 10 wins as a pitcher. He was the first player to win multiple unanimous MVPs and the first Japanese-born player to win a league home run title. After the 2023 season, Ohtani signed a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers, the then-largest contract in professional sports history. Since 2023, Ohtani's jerseys have sold more than any other player in the U. S., Japan and worldwide. Unable to pitch in 2024 while recovering from a second elbow injury, Ohtani played as a DH for the Dodgers. He became the first player in MLB history to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season and was unanimously named the 2024 National League MVP. He won the 2024 World Series in his first MLB postseason appearance.Internationally, Ohtani represents Japan. At the 2023 World Baseball Classic, he won the MVP Award for the tournament following Japan's victory over the United States. The 2023 final was one of the most-watched baseball games in history, culminating with Ohtani striking out Angels teammate and U. S. captain Mike Trout on a full count, securing a 3–2 win and Japan's third title.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:24 UTC on Sunday, 19 October 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Shohei Ohtani on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Justin.

Baseball legend Dusty Baker sits down with Jimmy for a candid, story-packed conversation spanning his life in the game—All-Star outfielder, World Series champion, and three-time Manager of the Year. Dusty relives the Barry Bonds era from a front-row seat, breaks down how elite hitters actually “know” what's coming, and shares the mindset he learned from Hank Aaron about trusting your eyes, handling failure, and staying ready. He also opens up about representation in the dugout, what it's really like to get rehired in MLB, and how age and experience still matter in a sport obsessed with numbers.From the heartbreaks—'02 World Series, the Bartman game, Halladay's no-no—to redemption with the 2022 Astros, Dusty explains managing under pressure, restoring dignity after the scandal, and navigating the COVID season and hostile road crowds. He reflects on winter ball's intensity, the economics behind the decline of Black American players, and a deeply personal moment when his young son stepped onto the World Series stage while Dusty was battling cancer. Plus: why he said yes to managing Nicaragua in the World Baseball Classic.00:00 Introduction01:32 Barry Bonds up close; lessons from Hank Aaron09:31 Rehiring, respect, and minority managers11:54 How the Astros job happened & the 2022 run15:34 COVID season, boos, and rebuilding trust22:04 Prior/Wood, pitch counts, and the injury era27:52 '89 quake Series & toughest losses (Bartman, '02)32:37 Fatherhood, cancer, and a World Series moment41:06 Outro

Puerto Rico vs. Dominican Republic is coming to Citi Field, and Carlos Delgado is taking it seriously. Delgado joins Jay Horwitz to break down why this matchup is so much more than a game — the energy, the culture, the bragging rights — and why once first pitch hits, everyone's playing to win. He talks about teaming up with Carlos Beltrán on the bench, Mets bullpen coach José Rosado, and why he's managing Puerto Rico like it's the World Baseball Classic. Delgado also opens up on 25 years of his Extra Bases Foundation, rebuilding Puerto Rico after hurricanes, mentoring the next generation of players, and what it means to still hold the PR home run record. Oh — and he tells the story behind that 9-RBI night at Yankee Stadium.

BT is hyped for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage, viewing the international, team-based golf event as a unique, high-energy spectacle with intense competitive tension and a raucous crowd. Sal, however, could not be less interested, dismissing the Ryder Cup as overhyped "chaos" that he'd rather skip in favor of his couch or a long list of TV shows. The contrasting views set up a classic sports debate, with BT extolling the virtues of the event's prestige and atmosphere, while Sal mocks it as the "World Baseball Classic of golf," preferring the individual majors and questioning the hype surrounding the team-based format.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: McLaren announces Mastercard naming partnership starting 2026, Son Heung-min makes historic LAFC move for record $26.5M, Netflix to exclusively stream 2026 World Baseball Classic in Japan, plus esports goes national with new Nations Cup and AI voice technology costs drop to just 19 cents per call - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

Kansas City Chiefs head coach, Andy Reid issues statement after news broke that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are engaged. Netflix secures rights deal with MLB to exclusively stream 2026 World Baseball Classic in Japan. Coaches from the Big Ten Conference come together to be apart of an ad for Fox Sports to push fans to speak out during a carriage dispute between YouTube TV and Fox. BET MGM Network sports betting analyst, Sammy P joins Cofield & Company to review the betting line for the Texas Longhorns' season-opening match up against Ohio State, list his top bets for week 1 of the college football season, and give his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns trading Kenny Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders for a sixth-round pick.

Tackle your to-do list today and get 15% off your first task at https://taskrabbit.com or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code DUGOUT. This week Cardinals right fielder Lars Nootbaar joins us to talk about his World Baseball Classic experience with team Japan, the lifelong friends he made there and how he handled a flurry of trade rumors last month. Join us every week Monday for a look into the lives of this games best and brightest stars! Show best viewed on the JM Baseball YouTube channel 0:00 Welcome back! 0:15 Lars' game saving diving catch 2:10 Team Japan moms getting close 3:00 Making lifelong friends on team Japan 3:55 Playing for team Japan in 2026? 5:20 Do you watch Ohtani highlights? 6:10 Shohei's stardom in Japan 8:30 Dealing with trade deadline rumors 11:25 Foul ball of his Nootbaars 13:30 See you next time! Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Featuring: Lars Nootbaar, Tampa Bay Rays Hosted by: Chris Rose Edited by: Alex Graap #JMBaseball

Wild Florida weather playing baseball during Hurricane season.Shane McClanahan injury – look back at his original early playoff usage, and comparisons to Mark Prior's career.Pitching depth – AAA arms, Forrest Whitley & Brian Van Bell, as possible support for the Rays' future.Late season debuts can create high-stakes stress for pitchers.Little League World Series - Lake Mary, FL's recent run, and the emotional intensity for young athletes.LLWS Youth Baseball - Maria Pepe & standout players like Mo'ne Davis, plus Tampa ties w/MLB alumni such as Gary Sheffield & Kevin CashIdea for an International Little League World Series - a global youth tournament, a precursor to the World Baseball Classic model.Infectious energy of youth tournaments – Sportsmanship & positive crowd atmosphere at Little League events.Shift in team priorities – Are Rays focusing on draft positioning & long-term planning rather than immediate contention.Roster & trade philosophy – recent acquisitions as part of a multi-year plan and the impact of keeping top prospects in AA. Challenges of integrating two new catchers midseason & how that affects pitching performance.Rays Under 1% chance of winning World SeriesRays' current Home and Away stadium situations Sacramento (Oakland) A's & San Francisco Giants stadium arrangementsGiants benefiting from increased Bay Area market control & high rental fees to A'sMLB expansion - Vegas, an underrated but now proven sports marketNHL success paving the way for baseball in new marketsUtah seen as a strong future expansion candidate for travel and regional market benefitsNashville and Vancouver possible expansion cities Rays' draft and prospect rankings concernsConfusion over MLB Pipeline ranking Rays 2nd preseason but 10th after a top-3 draftInconsistent prospect evaluations & bias toward “hot” namesPromotion of draft picks Brendan Summerhill and Quinn Irons to CharlestonAngel Mateo promoted to A+ level for playoff runAll affiliates above .500 but only one likely playoff teamOverview of minor league playoff structureNotable performances: Tre Morgan (Durham), Bob Seymour's 30th HR in AALakeland Flying Tigers vs. Bradenton Marauders game rained outSouthpaw mascot birthday Value of watching player development at minor league and complex levelsChallenges in Rays hitter developmentMat highlights progress of Nathan Flewelling in CharlestonConcerns that high-end draft picks not performing to potentialRays excel in developing Latin American players, often via Winter LeaguesCall to send drafted players to winter ball or overseas leagues for additional repsExperienced college should begin in Double-A (e.g., Summerhill in Low-A)Challenging players at higher levels earlier to accelerate developmentComparison to other MLB clubs (White Sox, Angels, Marlins)  as they promote strong prospects quickly through their farm systemJen Pawol - makes it to Majors as first woman umpireThe Wit & Wisdom of the invisible team of umpiresEconomics of umpiringNFL football announcement - Taylor Swift, new albumRays' future ownership impact & potential for front office changes with new ownershipHopes for more aggressive player development & roster experimentation late in seasonYou 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

We're a month away from the Mets Alumni Classic and one of the players returning is Carlos Delgado who tells Pat McCarthy that while he's excited to return he hopes that the expectations aren't too high for an old-timer like him along with his plans for team Puerto Rico in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

Brady is back on a Tuesday as the Mariners take three-of-four from the Texas Rangers! He talks about how the series had a little bit of everything and much more, including Julio Rodriguez making even more history and Randy Arozarena getting his due.Furthermore, Carlos Vargas is owed a round of applause and the team - and the fans - feel energized for a special run.Also, Brady is a little concerned about the looming White Sox series, but why? And we're joined by World Baseball Classic expert Shawn Spradling to talk about the potential for TEN or so Mariners to leave the team next spring training.

This episode, I provide a midseason update on each #CPBL team, a very brief overview on the 2025 Draft, my thoughts on the All-Star games, and Corbin Caroll rejecting the invitation to play for Taiwan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

After a well-deserved week off, ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney is back! He talks with us about the Mariners playoff chances as we hit the second-half of the season, changes to Julio Rodriguez's approach, the season of Cal Raleigh, and any potential concerns about so many Mariners players leaving for the World Baseball Classic. Also, how important is the series with the Astros, and how expensive will some of the M's trade targets be? 

Send us a textThis week on Here's What We Know, join us for an inspiring conversation with Jeremy Wolf, a former professional baseball player who grew up with a bat in his hands and a dream in his heart. From college ball to professional leagues and eventually playing for Team Israel, Jeremy's story is full of grit and grace.Today, he's making an even bigger impact through More Than Baseball, working to improve the lives of minor league players. Listen now!In This Episode:How Jeremy handled the pressure of professional sportsThe story behind co-founding More Than Baseball to improve players' livesHis insights on mental health and why it matters more than everLessons on turning setbacks into stepping stonesThis episode is sponsored by: Tranont Bio:Jeremy Wolf is a former professional baseball player who spent time in the New York Mets organization after a standout college career at Trinity University in Texas. As an outfielder and first baseman, he represented Team Israel in international competitions, including the World Baseball Classic qualifiers. After stepping away from playing professionally, Jeremy co-founded More Than Baseball, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of minor league players through better pay, housing, and mental health resources. His journey reflects a deep commitment to the game and to making it better for the next generation of athletes.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremywolf123/Website: https://www.morethanbaseball.org/Connect with Gary: Gary's Website Follow Gary on Instagram Gary's Tiktok Gary's Facebook Watch the episodes on YouTube Advertise on the Podcast Thank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

Brady is back on a Tuesday talking about Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby win and his overall impact on the fanbase. Brady was taken back to a place on Monday night that reminded him why loved the sport in the first place.Also, Cal is going to the World Baseball Classic, and we're thrilled, but there is a worry that's non-injury related.We talk about Julio's resurgence and change in approach, as well as the M's overall resilience, and we catch up with our own Teren Kowatsch after the MLB Draft. What does this draft tell us about the M's future?And finally, we talk with Mariners' bullpen catcher Justin Novak, who tells us his crazy story, including how he went from team interpreter to vital on-field team member.

Score your own grooming goals with American Crew and grab these products at https://tinyurl.com/yrckykrd. Style like a pro, look like a champ! Rosey and the rest of the gang is back and coming to you from Wrigley with first time All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong! We ask him about how it feels to be headed to Atlanta, his best plays from his breakout season and a potential spot on team USA in the next WBC! Thanks again for joining us and tune in next Monday for Dugout Discussions from the All Star Game! 0:00 Welcome Back 0:28 PCA's knit cap 0:55 Congrats on your first All-Star game! 2:15 Why are people drawn to PCA? 2:55 Did your parents cry when you called about the ASG? 3:35 Is the an All Start you're most excited to see? 5:05 When was the first time you knew you were a great baseball player? 6:45 What's the best play you've made in the MLB? 7:30 What is it like walking around Chicago for you this year? 9:10 PCA wants to play in the World Baseball Classic 10:20 Enjoy Atlanta! 10:50 See you next week!

This week's episode is pure chaos in the best way. We break down:

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar sits down with Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to debate St. Louis pizza vs. Chicago deep dish, what it was like playing for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, and why Shohei Ohtani's level of fame reminds them of Michael Jordan. They also discuss his Japanese heritage, his crazy story of being recruited by Duke to play football, what's led to the Cardinals' success so far this year, and they play a game of 'Noot or Not'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Lefko break down whether the Mariners’ amazing April offense or their middling May offense is the real thing, they look at they need to do to get back on track after a devastating homestand, they discuss what a healthy Abe Lucas could mean for the Seahawks offense this season, and they ask if Cal Raleigh is too valuable to the Mariners to participate in the Home Run Derby or World Baseball Classic. 

David Ross is in town for the Apple TV+ broadcast of the Braves & Red Sox making it a great time to catch up with our old friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Rose is now Hall of Fame eligible. Commissioner Manfred made a huge rule change, Tuesday, which now reinstates Rose and makes him eligible for the Hall of Fame. What exactly happened, what does this mean going forward and will he get in? Jake and Jordan have plenty of thoughts.Paul Skenes is joining Team USA. Skenes announced Tuesday that he will be pitching for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in 2026. He joins Aaron Judge on the roster. The guys breakdown what this means for Team USA and the potential of other stars joining as well.Javier Báez is back. Jake and Jordan discuss the new and improved Javier Báez this season. Plus, a recap of a wild Tuesday night in the MLB.Take a mid-week break and come on over to the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (2:51) - Pete Rose reinstated (43:13) - Paul Skenes to Team USA(53:31) - Tuesday night recap(56:34) - Javier Baez Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Score your own grooming goals with American Crew and grab these products at https://tinyurl.com/yrckykrd. Style like a pro, look like a champ! Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/DUGOUT! #trueclassicpod #sponsored Rose swings by Anaheim to check in with Giants' All-Star shortstop Willy Adames. They talk about Willy's on field energy and shenanigans, the World Baseball Classic, his decision to sign with San Fransisco, and what he'd be doing if he wasn't playing baseball. And you asked for more so we delivered, we play another round of Baby Ballplayers with the Chicago Cubs! 0:25 Welcome back! 0:50 Baby Ballplayers with the Chicago Cubs 10:35 Willy Adames 10:45 Willy and J-Rod robbing one another 11:45 Balancing competitiveness and friendships in baseball 12:40 Willy's World Baseball Classic experience 13:25 What the WBC means to people in the DR 15:35 Could MLB baseball ever match the energy of the WBC? 16:30 Willy calling his shot and talking shit to fans 18:05 How Willy maintains such positive energy 19:25 What did Buster Posey say to draw you to San Fransisco? 20:45 How it feels to be the underdog 21:50 When did you realize you could make the MLB and the 2016 futures game 23:15 What would you do if you weren't a baseball player? 25:25 World Series dreams 26:39 See you next week! Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Featuring: Willy Adames, Shota Imanaga, Justin Turner, Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner, Jameson Taillon, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ Hosted by: Chris Rose Edited by: Alex Graap #JMBaseball

Today's word of the day is ‘fourth' as in the fourth month as in the fourth coach as in the Suns as in Mat Ishbia as in Mike Budenholzer. One season and he's gone. Just like Frank Vogel. Most expensive team in the NBA and Durant, Booker, and Beal couldn't make the play-in. Ishbia can't help himself! (14:50) The Pelicans have fired David Griffin. He put all his eggs in the Zion Williamson basket and it failed. (23:15) World Baseball Classic time is here. Well, it's next year, but Aaron Judge was just announced as captain of Team USA. This will be his debut! (35:00) Review: Princess Cyd. (38:00) NPPOD. (45:20) Messi is MLS. MLS needs Messi. US Soccer needs Messi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘fourth' as in the fourth month as in the fourth coach as in the Suns as in Mat Ishbia as in Mike Budenholzer. One season and he's gone. Just like Frank Vogel. Most expensive team in the NBA and Durant, Booker, and Beal couldn't make the play-in. Ishbia can't help himself! (14:50) The Pelicans have fired David Griffin. He put all his eggs in the Zion Williamson basket and it failed. (23:15) World Baseball Classic time is here. Well, it's next year, but Aaron Judge was just announced as captain of Team USA. This will be his debut! (35:00) Review: Princess Cyd. (38:00) NPPOD. (45:20) Messi is MLS. MLS needs Messi. US Soccer needs Messi.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices