Podcasts about World Series

John Smoltz joins me for another edition of Saturday with Smoltz, and this week we start with the biggest question in baseball: Should Shohei Ohtani still be the favorite to win the National League MVP? We break down Shohei's latest injury update, what it means for the Dodgers, and whether the MVP race has become much more interesting. Then, Smoltz shares one of the most fascinating answers he's ever given on this show—revealing what he would've traded for another World Series championship. We also discuss: - The Dodgers' outlook - The MLB trade deadline - The biggest stories around baseball Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Shohei Ohtani Injury Concern 3:11 Is Shohei Still the MVP? 4:26 Boston Red Sox Legit? 6:54 Was He Ever Almost Traded? 11:51 Favorite Part of All-Star Week 15:54 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show reacting to Lebron James signing with the 76ers.(16:18) Reactions to Mike Vrabel's first press conference of training camp.(26:22) The guys discuss Carrabis' comments about the Red Sox being one hitter away from World Series contenders.(36:53) The hour closes with a conversation on the drama surrounding Gabe Jacas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Banana Ball for everyone, & former World Series champion Geoff Blum joins the show (Hour 1) bonus 2937 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:03:00 +0000 OKKJl7mY9NhxlCkZsDbH5QAHPhvZzAu3 sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Is Banana Ball for everyone, & former World Series champion Geoff Blum joins the show (Hour 1) Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports

Baseball may be headed for a devastating 2027 work stoppage as owners push harder than ever for a salary cap. Evan Roberts predicts an extremely shortened season rather than a full cancellation, creating the possibility that the Yankees or Mets could win a World Series that fans immediately dismiss with an asterisk. Evan and Tiki Barber debate whether New York fans would care about the criticism before turning to the Mets' deadline decisions, Freddy Peralta's future, Juan Soto potentially moving to first base and the organization's mishandling of Brett Baty. They also examine whether the Yankees could realistically land Angels shortstop Zach Neto and why the asking price would be enormous.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray begin the show discussing the end of the Red Sox winning streak.(13:59) Are the Red Sox one bat away from being World Series contenders?(26:15) The guys discuss if they would trade either Marcelo Mayer or Roman Anthony.(33:26) Mazz' Tiers on famous streaks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Buck reminisces about calling Chicago World Series droughts bonus 879 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:48:45 +0000 cRb4Aq4e21XCO842oa3rH2z8e3tZqBgg sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Joe Buck reminisces about calling Chicago World Series droughts Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcast

Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci discuss the Cubs 10th Anniversary of the 2016 World Series Championship. Joe attended a weekend event in Chicago with the team and recalls having some of his players together again. The Red Sox have turned things around in a major way. Plus, MLB and the Blue Jays mourn the passing of Duane Ward. The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2. World Cup Final Experience Ted Cruz recounts attending the World Cup Final with his daughter, Katherine. He describes the event as a memorable father-daughter experience and reflects on a longstanding tradition of attending major sporting events with her. The discussion includes: The atmosphere at the World Cup. International fans visiting the United States. Cruz's thoughts on soccer and his own experience playing the sport in high school. Comparisons to memorable sporting events such as the 2017 World Series, Super Bowl LI, and the 2006 Rose Bowl. 3. Celebrity Encounters Cruz shares stories about meeting Drew Barrymore at the World Cup. He describes her as friendly, genuine, and approachable. The hosts discuss some of her films, including: E.T. Charlie’s Angels 50 First Dates 4. White House Meeting on Artificial Intelligence A significant portion of the podcast focuses on Cruz's meeting in the Oval Office regarding AI policy. Participants included: President Trump Senator Marsha Blackburn Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent White House economic advisers and staff 5. Debate Over AI Legislation Cruz explains several AI-related legislative proposals: Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA): Intended to improve online protections for children. Previously passed the Senate but stalled in the House. App Store Accountability / Age Verification Measures: Would require age verification for app usage. Faces opposition from some technology companies and lawmakers. NO FAKES Act: Designed to combat AI-generated impersonations, deepfakes, and unauthorized use of a person's image or voice. Raises concerns regarding free speech and parody protections. 6. Cruz's Legislative Perspective Cruz emphasizes balancing: Protection from AI-related harms. Preservation of free speech. Practical political realities needed to pass legislation. He argues that several proposed AI bills face significant obstacles due to opposition from various stakeholders and lack of sufficient bipartisan support. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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David Schoenfield joins Buster Olney to discuss the Dodgers beating the Phillies on an unusual double play, the ideal landing spot for Mason Miller, the Tigers' Tarik Skubal decision coming due, why it's officially time for the Blue Jays (and the Astros) to sell, and if Pete Crow-Armstrong is gaining ground on Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about the glut in the American League, the Dodgers looking locked in, a future MVP in the National League, the Red Sox getting power from third, if the White Sox can dream of a World Series, and a player in the NL West who could use a little love. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 2:28 David Schoenfield joins 3:58 Dodgers win on 5-4-6-2 double play 6:22 Mason Miller to the Yankees? Or Mariners? 10:45 Tigers' decision on Tarik Skubal coming soon 16:07 Time for the Blue Jays to sell 20:00 Red Sox dramatic turnaround 22:53 Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow Armstrong for NL MVP 28:52 Hembo joins 29:07 The glut in the American League 33:25 Dodgers are locked in 38:43 Nationals James Wood on the rise 40:43 Red Sox Caleb Durbin turning the corner 43:44 White Sox Colson Montgomery's power 45:20 White Sox dreaming of a World Series 46:36 Rockies Hunter Goodman 49:22 Bleacher Tweets 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

David Schoenfield joins Buster Olney to discuss the Dodgers beating the Phillies on an unusual double play, the ideal landing spot for Mason Miller, the Tigers' Tarik Skubal decision coming due, why it's officially time for the Blue Jays (and the Astros) to sell, and if Pete Crow-Armstrong is gaining ground on Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about the glut in the American League, the Dodgers looking locked in, a future MVP in the National League, the Red Sox getting power from third, if the White Sox can dream of a World Series, and a player in the NL West who could use a little love. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 2:28 David Schoenfield joins 3:58 Dodgers win on 5-4-6-2 double play 6:22 Mason Miller to the Yankees? Or Mariners? 10:45 Tigers' decision on Tarik Skubal coming soon 16:07 Time for the Blue Jays to sell 20:00 Red Sox dramatic turnaround 22:53 Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow Armstrong for NL MVP 28:52 Hembo joins 29:07 The glut in the American League 33:25 Dodgers are locked in 38:43 Nationals James Wood on the rise 40:43 Red Sox Caleb Durbin turning the corner 43:44 White Sox Colson Montgomery's power 45:20 White Sox dreaming of a World Series 46:36 Rockies Hunter Goodman 49:22 Bleacher Tweets 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

What would it mean for Aaron Judge if the Yankees won the World Series without him on the field? Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Judge would still be remembered as a champion, how fans might use the title against him, and why history often softens the details of who actually participated in a championship run. The conversation also shifts to Max Fried's unexpected return for a doubleheader and why the Yankees are willing to use him in a limited role. Evan and Tiki examine the logic behind treating a recovering starter like part of a bullpen game, along with the roster decisions that could follow his activation.

Could the Yankees win a World Series without Aaron Judge, and how would that reshape his legacy? Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Judge would still be remembered as a champion, how Yankees fans might react, and why baseball history often blurs the details of who actually contributed to a title run. The conversation also turns to Max Fried's return, the value of using recovering starters in bullpen games, and the Yankees roster decisions surrounding his activation. Plus, the debut of the Tiki Time Machine revisits the reaction to Aaron Boone's hiring and asks whether replacing Joe Girardi was ultimately the right move.

John Harbaugh's first speech to the Giants has Evan Roberts ready to run through a wall and openly jealous that Big Blue finally hired a proven, competent head coach. Tiki Barber explains why Harbaugh's authenticity, experience and commanding presence can restore Giants pride, while Evan compares the franchise-changing arrival to Bill Parcells taking over the Jets. The optimism also creates fear. Can one coach really erase a decade of dysfunction, and how long will Harbaugh keep the benefit of the doubt if the Giants keep losing? Evan and Tiki contrast his résumé with Aaron Glenn's uncertain future, debate Harbaugh's 3:30 a.m. text to Jaxson Dart and explain why coaching could finally end the Giants' embarrassing collapses. Plus, they consider whether the Yankees could make a World Series run without Aaron Judge.

The Yankees can still win the World Series without Aaron Judge, and the idea that they have no chance without their captain gets forcefully rejected. The bigger question is what a championship drought could do to Judge's legacy, especially if he becomes this generation's Don Mattingly: beloved by Yankees fans, but remembered as a superstar who never won it all. Tiki Barber reflects on being grouped with New York greats such as Patrick Ewing, Mattingly and David Wright, while explaining why the Giants' success after his retirement never bothered him. The conversation also tackles the stunning possibility of the Yankees winning a title while Judge remains sidelined, plus strange jerseys spotted at Disney and the challenge of attending both games of a split doubleheader.

Episode 447: The Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, and it's time for teams to start making decisions on who is staying and who is going.  Jared, Tyler, and Jay Hay break down the major pieces rumored to be on the move this trade deadline, including Tarik Skubal, Mason Miller, Jeremy Peña, and more. The guys discuss who should buy, who should sell, and what a realistic trade package for a player like Tarik Skubal would look like. The Blue Jays' puzzling season has the crew wondering whether the team that was one out away from the World Series last year should start moving pieces for the future. Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox are on the verge of tying and breaking their franchise record for wins in a row. Jared and Tyler reflect on the ride and share their feelings heading into a doubleheader. Jared learns about the grittiest player in baseball, and Max Fried's return to the Bronx mound leads the guys to discuss how the Yankees can shore up their roster for another postseason run. Tune in again on Friday for a loaded BID including Family Feud, Blowing This Guy's Horn, and more! 00:00:00 - Gregg Maddux Interview Out Now!  00:06:35 - Tarik Skubal Trade Buzz  00:21:09 - Mason Miller Trade Buzz 00:33:45 - Shea Bangeliers, Jeremy Peña, Reid Detmers? Who Do You Want At The Deadline? 00:43:45 - What Do The Blue Jays Do?  00:49:07 - Ruptured Testicles & Mound Incidents  00:52:10 - Red Sox Going For 15 Straight Wins    01:00:42 - Max Fried Returns   01:06:05 - Award-Winning Nugs  01:11:43 - Final Thoughts  NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $25 for the chance to earn up to $500: - https://app.kalshi.com/1r91/BID Sign Up For Our Patreon for more Baseball Is Dead Content! https://www.patreon.com/cw/BaseballisDead Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/DEAD Buy A Ticket For Section 10 Night! September 8th, Fenway Park, Be There. https://redsox.com/section10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The MLB trade deadline is the time when a team can bolster its roster for a potential World Series run and also upgrade its future. While we never know what might happen by the August 4 deadline, we do know that there are quite a few names floating around who could be impact makers for a team hoping to be the last club standing in October. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman preview the upcoming trade deadline, including whether the Detroit Tigers will actually trade ace Tarik Skubal and whether the San Diego Padres, despite still being in the Wild Card race, will ship out their flamethrowing closer, Mason Miller. They also examine whether a hitter better than the San Francisco Giants' Luis Arráez will be moved and how many postseason-caliber starting pitchers will be acquired. Later in the show, Jake and Jordan make their picks for which teams will be the most aggressive this trade season, either by buying or selling, and which teams will have to make the difficult decision to stand pat with the roster they have. They also explain why the New York Mets' David Stearns might be the most critical figure at this deadline and discuss the one big piece the Washington Nationals must decide whether to keep or trade away.   1:28 - The Opener: MLB trade deadline preview 7:28 - Will Tigers trade Skubal? 18:50 - Postseason-caliber starting pitchers on the move 30:34 - The best hitter moved will be... 38:05 - Will Padres trade Miller? 43:46 - Most compelling teams this deadline 53:34 - Big seller Mets 58:13 - Will the Nationals sell? Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode, Andy and DJ break down the investigation after an armed suspect allegedly set off an incendiary device outside a federal building in Manhattan, Mamdani's push to find a legal way to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York City, and a wild brawl between parents at a 15U baseball World Series in Mississippi.

Brian Cashman will make moves at the trade deadline, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber warn that simply doing something will not be enough. They examine Cashman's long history of midseason deals, revisit the Yankees' quiet 2019 deadline and debate whether passing on Robbie Ray cost them a better shot at the World Series. Evan also makes the case that acquiring David Justice remains Cashman's greatest midseason trade. The conversation also turns to Malik Nabers looking healthier ahead of Giants training camp, the Mets giving ticket holders a small fan-appreciation perk and Evan dominating Tiki in Shaun Morash's World Cup-themed edition of Posted and Toasted.

The WIP Morning Team can't believe what happened last night in the Phillies game with Trea Turner's absolutely abysmal fielding performance that he somehow backed up with a 2 HR and 5 RBI night at the plate. They talk about Trea's long-term future at shortstop for the Phillies and if it's their one true weakness holding them back from the World Series in 2026. Joe calls out the Phillies ownership and management for being unwilling to have tough conversations with their players.

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DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers defeat the Yankees, 8-2. Dave Roberts gives an update on Shohei's pitching status. Bob Costas shares a funny story about the 1988 World Series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji talks betting for Monday. Munaf Manji goes solo on this edition of Cash That Ticket, holding down the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed on Monday, July 20, 2026, while his usual co-host handles a personal matter, and he wastes no time diving into a packed MLB second half slate just a day after Spain claimed the 2026 World Cup title, with college football, the NFL, and the EPL all now less than seven weeks away. Munaf opens with a quick look back at Sunday's doubleheader split between the Yankees and Dodgers before turning to the night's marquee matchups, starting with Joe Ryan and the Twins traveling into Cleveland to face Tanner Bibee and the Guardians, a matchup he frames as a likely low scoring affair and ultimately builds into his top play of the day, the first five innings staying under four total runs. From there he shifts to Yankee Stadium, where Braxton Ashcraft and the Pittsburgh Pirates take on Ryan Weathers and a Yankees offense that has struggled to generate runs without Aaron Judge in the lineup, leading Munaf to back the Pirates on the money line. He then breaks down a series opener in Philadelphia between Emmet Sheehan and the Dodgers against a red hot Christopher Sanchez, who Munaf argues belongs in the National League Cy Young conversation given his dominant numbers at home, structuring his play around the Phillies on the run line rather than the straight money line. The show spends real time on the Boston Red Sox, winners of thirteen straight games, as they host the streaking Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park in a matchup with direct implications for the tightening American League wild card race, with Shane Baz opposing Payton Tolle and Munaf ultimately favoring the Red Sox across the first five innings rather than laying the bigger number on the full game given recent bullpen concerns. Munaf also previews a high total matchup at Wrigley Field between Jack Flaherty and the Tigers against Jameson Taillon and the Cubs, where strong winds blowing out are expected to boost scoring, along with a brief mention of the Miami Marlins as a value side against Ronel Blanco and the Astros. Before wrapping the show, Munaf reminds listeners about pregame.com's promo code STAR25, good for twenty five percent off any purchase on the site, including a discounted second half MLB all access package that covers every pick through the World Series, and shares that he is running a strong profit margin in MLB betting since he began tracking results back in mid-May. The episode closes with a recap of the top play of the day, the Twins and Guardians staying under four runs through the first five innings behind Joe Ryan and Tanner Bibee, and a preview of tomorrow's show, when Munaf's usual co-host is expected to return and the two plan to pick back up their ongoing coverage of MLB alongside their season long series ranking NFL win totals as football season approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Sports Leader, Mike Krukow shares his thoughts on the Giants' recent performance, including a standout weekend in Seattle. The team's young players, such as Bryce Eldridge, are making a name for themselves, and Mike is impressed by their skills. However, the bullpen's struggles continue to be a concern, and the Giants are searching for a reliable closer.Mike Krukow reflects on his own playing days, drawing comparisons between the current team and the 1986 Giants, who went on to win the World Series. He notes that the current team's young players are showing signs of promise, but the team's inconsistency is holding them back. The conversation also touches on the bullpen's usage, with Caleb Killian's recent performance sparking discussion about the team's closer situation.Mike shares his thoughts on the World Cup, praising the American fans for their enthusiasm and unity during the tournament. He also discusses the importance of having a reliable closer in baseball, citing the Giants' struggles in this area. The conversation is a mix of baseball analysis and personal anecdotes, making for an engaging and informative listen.If you're a baseball fan looking for insight into the Giants' performance and the World Cup, this episode is a must-listen. Mike Krukow's expertise and passion for the game shine through in this conversation, making for a compelling and entertaining listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Sports Leader, Mike Krukow shares his thoughts on the Giants' recent performance, including a standout weekend in Seattle. The team's young players, such as Bryce Eldridge, are making a name for themselves, and Mike is impressed by their skills. However, the bullpen's struggles continue to be a concern, and the Giants are searching for a reliable closer.Mike Krukow reflects on his own playing days, drawing comparisons between the current team and the 1986 Giants, who went on to win the World Series. He notes that the current team's young players are showing signs of promise, but the team's inconsistency is holding them back. The conversation also touches on the bullpen's usage, with Caleb Killian's recent performance sparking discussion about the team's closer situation.Mike shares his thoughts on the World Cup, praising the American fans for their enthusiasm and unity during the tournament. He also discusses the importance of having a reliable closer in baseball, citing the Giants' struggles in this area. The conversation is a mix of baseball analysis and personal anecdotes, making for an engaging and informative listen.If you're a baseball fan looking for insight into the Giants' performance and the World Cup, this episode is a must-listen. Mike Krukow's expertise and passion for the game shine through in this conversation, making for a compelling and entertaining listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hot dog! This pitcher from the DR had All-Star stuff, but also got ejected from a World Series game. Card 47 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JJYNJI8RetroSimba about Joaquin and Whitey: https://retrosimba.com/2019/05/13/whitey-herzog-made-pitch-for-prodigal-son-joaquin-andujar/SABR bio by Malcolm Allen: https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/joaquin-andujar/RetroSimba about Joaquin and Hub: https://retrosimba.com/2015/09/17/how-hub-kittle-got-joaquin-andujar-to-cardinals/Defector article about Starter jackets: https://defector.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-starter-the-coolest-company-on-earthJoaquin in the 1979 All Star Game: https://youtu.be/OMJK6CA6G3Y?si=QU7_fUA2ZuzJFXb8&t=40661982 World Series Game 3 injury: https://youtu.be/zqctfh4zBiM?si=K5N9qdfZixMQoDgk&t=7323Joaquin's warmup in 1982 World Series Game 7: https://youtu.be/veJj5iI4TM8?si=0Psxqtei3BfrMcF2&t=654Joaquin vs Gantner: https://youtu.be/NSt-8-6iUZw?si=cn-UrCJnTcoi7DpJ&t=122Joaquin hits a grand slam: https://www.mlb.com/video/andujar-s-grand-slam?partnerId=web_video-playback-page_video-share Andujar vs Krukow: https://youtu.be/6w_qtEPt92k?si=WbP4kUmfiLNZJ0T4 Joaquin gets tossed from 1985 World Series: https://youtu.be/3LBpIjqR-dQ?si=2eCr9YbM0gTa8vS3&t=8274

Sportswriter Neil Paine joins Jim to break down the HOF candidacy of former MLB left fielder Moisés Alou. First, they discuss Alou's unorthodox and unsanitary batting preparation (7:30). Next, they discuss Alou's role in the infamous Bartman incident, his dominant performance in the 1997 World Series, and how Alou compares favorably to Jim Rice (14:33). Finally, Jim and Neil discuss whether there is a minimum WAR threshold a player has to hit to be considered for the Hall of Fame in today's voting environment (41:31), before making a final call on whether or not they believe Alou deserves a plaque in Cooperstown (49:56).

Coming off a long weekend for the club’s only World Series championship team in more than a century, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney empty some newsy items from their notebooks. Why did David Ross have no second thoughts about coming back to Wrigley Field after getting fired as manager? When will Theo Epstein’s competitive juices start flowing again? And how will Jed Hoyer pull off trades for pitching at the deadline? Listen for some prospect names to know and potential structures for deals.To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch.

Just like that the 2nd half of 2026 MLB season is underway and what better way to start then with the Cubs honoring the 2016 World Series team. Alex and Lance cover the festivities from this past weekend, and yes, Anthony Rizzo somehow got another home run hit at him while in the bleachers. Additionally, the Cubs selected RHP Cade Townsend from Ole Miss 23rd overall in the draft that Lance was there and his smile tells you everything you need to know about the Cubs draft strategy. Also don't look now, the trade deadline is approaching - August 3rd - find out why Alex thinks Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers is staying put and who the Cubs could possibly go after. All new episode of Cubs Now

Francisco Rojas is here with a new Phillies Today episode. He discusses the Phils losing 2 of 3 to the Mets, including another loss when having their fifth starter spot on the mound. Also, Francisco talks about what it could mean for Gage Wood with Alex McFarlane being called up. Lastly, a preview of the upcoming series against the back-to-back defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

Guests: Blue Jays World Series champions Tom Henke, Juan Guzman, Todd Stottlemyre In this special bonus episode of Deep Left Field, we take you to this past weekend's celebration of the Blue Jays 1992 and '93 World Series championship teams that culminated in the unveiling of a statue of Joe Carter in mid-leap after hitting the walk-off home run to win the '93 fall classic. This episode was supposed to be a happy one, catching up with a few Jays legends, but the tragic death of Duane Ward cast a pall over the weekend. We pay tribute to "Wardo," a great friend and iconic Blue Jay, and then share conversations from Saturday's media availability with pitchers Tom Henke, Juan Guzman and Todd Stottlemyre, who have five Jays World Series rings between them. Those conversations all took place before anyone knew that Ward had passed away.

Gene reacts to the World Cup Final between Spain & Argentina. He loved it, even the half-time show. When will the US host again? Will Lionel Messi be back in 4 years? Penfield in the Little League World Series. When will Aaron Judge return? The Red Hot Red Sox. Plus Giant NFL news & more.

The Sports Bar full jammed packed show: Gene reacts to the World Cup Final & FIFA overall. He has high praise for US & North America for hosting. When will the US host again? Is Messi back in 4 years? Rich Nightingale & Penfield baseball check in from the Little League World Series. Will LeBron ever make his decision? Silver Lining? Timmy's Hot Take, The new nostalgic Knighthawks.

In this week's Best of the White Sox, No. 1 draft pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh; World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen previewed the second half of the season; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the impact of Munetaka Murakami in his rookie campaign.

In this week's Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Cubs great Jake Arrieta joined Matt Spiegel and Ryan Dempster to discuss the 2016 World Series championship team; White Sox No. 1 pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh to look at his future in Chicago; and Nazareth Academy head baseball coach Leo Milano detailed the future of Landon Thome.

In this week's Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Cubs great Jake Arrieta joined Matt Spiegel and Ryan Dempster to discuss the 2016 World Series championship team; White Sox No. 1 pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh to look at his future in Chicago; and Nazareth Academy head baseball coach Leo Milano detailed the future of Landon Thome.

In this week's Best of the White Sox, No. 1 draft pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh; World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen previewed the second half of the season; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the impact of Munetaka Murakami in his rookie campaign.

In this week's Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Cubs great Jake Arrieta joined Matt Spiegel and Ryan Dempster to discuss the 2016 World Series championship team; White Sox No. 1 pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh to look at his future in Chicago; and Nazareth Academy head baseball coach Leo Milano detailed the future of Landon Thome.

In this week's Best of the White Sox, No. 1 draft pick Roch Cholowsky joined Mully & Haugh; World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen previewed the second half of the season; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the impact of Munetaka Murakami in his rookie campaign.

These standout 94WIP interviews perfectly capture the high-stakes energy of Philly sports by breaking down the volatile risk of a potential LeBron James move and the impact of Trevor Zegras' new extension. Jim Salisbury wraps it up with essential insights into the Phillies' aggressive second-half strategy and trade deadline needs for a deep World Series run.

These standout 94WIP interviews perfectly capture the high-stakes energy of Philly sports by breaking down the volatile risk of a potential LeBron James move and the impact of Trevor Zegras' new extension. Jim Salisbury wraps it up with essential insights into the Phillies' aggressive second-half strategy and trade deadline needs for a deep World Series run.

These standout 94WIP interviews perfectly capture the high-stakes energy of Philly sports by breaking down the volatile risk of a potential LeBron James move and the impact of Trevor Zegras' new extension. Jim Salisbury wraps it up with essential insights into the Phillies' aggressive second-half strategy and trade deadline needs for a deep World Series run.

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DV talks to Dave Roberts for the weekly manager's meeting brought to you by Downey Hyundai. Dave talks about returning to Yankee Stadium for the first time since the 2024 World Series, Shohei Ohtani, and his experience in Philly managing the All-Star Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Best of Mully & Haugh, World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen discussed the state of the upstart White Sox; Cubs radio analyst Ron Coomer previewed the team's second half; and the guys debated which Chicago team is closest to winning a championship.

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Shaun and Tiki break down the importance of the Yankees rotation if they want to make a deep playoff run.

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On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by 2x World Series champion Ben Zobrist to promote his new book 'Prepare for the Pressure: 9 Strategies to be Courageous, Consistent and Resilient When it Matters Most'. Later, ABC Philadelphia sports reporter Jason Dumas swings by to set the scene from the site of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Finally, we reveal the fifteenth installment of Rob’s Memory Lane series. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Brian has a problem with the Grand Ole Opry bathrooms, Aaron shows off pics of his childhood invention, and Dusty gives his review of the movie Moneyball. Plus, the guys discuss TIVO, the Super Bowl wardrobe malfunction, the Red Sox finally winning the World Series, and Taylor Swift's fame as the guys delve into the year 2004.Chime: Chime.com/nateJoin the millions who are already banking fee free with America's #1 Choice for Banking. Head to Chime.com/nate . Quince: Quince.com/nateMake your summer wardrobe easier. Go to Quince.com/nate for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Factor: http://Factormeals.com/nate50offHead to Factormeals.com/nate50off http://Factormeals.com/nate50off and use code nate50offto get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. See website for more details. This Episode is Brought to you by Better Help.Don't let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at Betterhelp.com/PUBLICFIGURES