Podcasts about World Series

It's VSiN's 2026 MLB Futures Draft! Our baseball experts give their best bets for the upcoming season. Categories include AL and NL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year, as well as Division winner, Pennant winner, World Series winner and win total over/unders. Along with moderator and VSiN contributor Nick Whalen, guest pickers include former MLB GM and SiriusXM MLB Radio's Steve Phillips, VSiN managing editor Adam Burke, former MLB pitcher Lance Lynn, VSiN A Numbers Game co-host Gill Alexander, Fantasy Alarm's head of content Howard Bender, VSiN Ready, Set, Bet co-host Matt Brown, VSiN PrimeTime's co-host Matt Youmans, RotoWire's senior editor and VSiN contributor Jeff Erickson, BaseWinner's Marc Borchard and VSiN By The Books co-host and former MLB pitcher, Jensen Lewis. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cardinals extend manager Oliver Marmol, Tarik Skubal has high praise for Tigers' prospect Kevin McGonigle, and the World Baseball Classic is about to begin. Buster Olney and David Schoenfield discuss. Plus, the guys draft World Series hopefuls that have the best chances of unseat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then, Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about how his perspective on the WBC has changed, recruiting Alex Bregman, what to expect from Pete Crow-Armstrong after a tough second half of 2025, and why Michael Busch is one of the league's most underrated players. Later, Buster previews the Cleveland Guardians and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 David Schoenfield 9:45 Non-Dodger Contender Draft 20:19 Cubs GM Jed Hoyer 37:01 Headlines 38:15 Cleveland Guardians preview 39:39 Pittsburgh Pirates preview 40:51 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cardinals extend manager Oliver Marmol, Tarik Skubal has high praise for Tigers' prospect Kevin McGonigle, and the World Baseball Classic is about to begin. Buster Olney and David Schoenfield discuss. Plus, the guys draft World Series hopefuls that have the best chances of unseat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then, Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about how his perspective on the WBC has changed, recruiting Alex Bregman, what to expect from Pete Crow-Armstrong after a tough second half of 2025, and why Michael Busch is one of the league's most underrated players. Later, Buster previews the Cleveland Guardians and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 David Schoenfield 9:45 Non-Dodger Contender Draft 20:19 Cubs GM Jed Hoyer 37:01 Headlines 38:15 Cleveland Guardians preview 39:39 Pittsburgh Pirates preview 40:51 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Read Stephen Nesbitt's Article at The Athletic Alongside Us HERE: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7073556/2026/03/02/mlb-state-of-game-fan-survey-2026/ ++++++++++ Timestamps: 0:00 We've Missed You 2:00 ANNOUNCEMENT 3:25 We Love Stephen Nesbitt   4:20 Which Team Won the Offseason? 11:45 Which Playoff Team Will Be Back Next Year? 15:45 Who Will Win the World Series? 16:20 Which Team Will NOT Win Before 2035? 17:45 Expansion Cities   21:15 Field of Dreams Locations   24:20 Should There Be a Salary Cap System? 33:00 Do You Enjoy Consuming Baseball More Now Than 10 Years Ago? 36:45 How Much Baseball Do You Watch? 40:30 How Do You Feel About the Overall State of Baseball? 42:40 Are the Dodgers Good or Bad for MLB? 43:50 Betting on Baseball?   Do MLB Fans WANT A Salary Cap? MLB Fan Survey (REACTION) My Reaction to MLB Fan Survey Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Morning Mess sits down with Luis Gonzalez as he celebrates 25 years of his 2001 World Series game-winning hit ORRR, as JD calls it... "a bloop". Check out the entire interview!

In episode 311 of the podcast, we're joined by Chris Wrenn - founder and owner of Bridge Nine Records and Sully's Brand, and author of the new book Fenway Punk: How a Boston Indie Label Scored Big on Baseball's Greatest Rivalry.We last had Chris on in Summer 2023, and a lot has happened since. We kick things off by catching up — from recent shows at the Bridge Nine Beverly, MA store to what's new in the B9 world.We then dig into Fenway Punk, which chronicles Chris' story about how Boston's hardcore punks profited off the rivalry between the Red Sox and the New York Yankees in the seasons leading up to the 2004 World Series. He tells us the behind the scenes on starting Sully's Brand Tees, and how he was able to parlay that success into releasing independent music for the coming 2+ decades. It's truly an amazing tale!Chris continues to be one of our favorite people to talk to. If you care about independent music, Boston sports lore, or entrepreneurship,  — this one's for you. You can purchase the book here.Follow Chris, B9, Sullys here:Fenway PunkBridge Nine Records: IG @bridgenineSully's Brand: IG: @sullysbrandChris: IG @ChrisB9Photo Credit: Christopher Padgett (IG: @pdgtt.chrstphr)Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:WebIG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe'd love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and PodioslaveCheck us out here:WebIG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutubeEmail: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

Over the weekend, Bryce Harper officially hit the seven-year mark as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies, prompting the big question: Is this era a success if the Phillies don't win a World Series with Harper? Plus, the WIP Afternoon Show reviews Andrew Painter's Spring Training debut and what it could mean for the team moving forward.

Could Relegation Work in Baseball?If MLB adopted a promotion and relegation system like European soccerEliminates tanking$12 billion input into the leagueKeeps fans engaged all seasonExpands opportunities for new marketsChallenges include financial structure and the difficulty of transitionThe Pitch Clock and Modern Game ChangesRothschild discusses how the pitch clock has improved pace Pitch clock has changed the rhythm of the gameWhile fans seem to enjoy faster gamestraditional tempo and strategic breathing room for players have diminishedBob Gibson used to pitch 1.5 hour games  Stopping The Shift -We have legislated things in baseball, that we have causedMaury Wills did not need these rulesChanging Incentives in BaseballModern analytics have shifted player priorities.Skills like bunting and base stealing declined because players were not financially rewarded for these skills. Players will develop the skills that they are paid forMental Performance in the GamePitch Clock has put a rush & stress in the game with hitters & pitchersThe importance of mental coaching, visualization, and repeatable mechanics, Rothschild brought Harvey Dorfman as a mental coach for the Rays organizationSo much information across MLB gives wealth of knowledge of competing teamsHitters get uncomfortable with the unknownABS and the Future of UmpiringAutomated Ball-Strike technology may remove some personality from the gameLarry shares stories of Umpires - "Your day will come & you have to earn it"Larry believes ABS is necessary in today's data-driven environmentHow many less manager ejections will there be with ABS Joe West & other umpire stories The Tropicana Roof Rings RulesRays Stadium and Tampa's FutureRothschild hopes the Rays remain in Tampa Tropicana Roof & what wind speeds are still safe to continue the game?Governor DeSantis has given 22 acres to the Rays for new stadiumLarry stresses  new stadium should honor local baseball legends like Al Lopez and Lou PiniellaLarry strongly recommends a visit to the Tampa Baseball Museum at the home of Al LopezImportance of Minor League BaseballReducing minor league teams risks losing baseball's deep connection to small-town America.An alternative: integrating college baseball more directly into the development system.Baseball's future depends on maintaining strong community connections & preserving the passion that has long defined the gameThanks for listening to BaseballBiz On Deck - www.baseballbizondeck.com You've been listening to Part 2 of the interview with Larry Rothschild, twice a coach with World Series  winning teams the Marlins and the Reds plus he was manager of the inaugural Tampa Bay Devil Rays Baseball Team, pitching coach for the Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, and San Diego Padres.  click here & Listen to Part 1 of the interview with LarryIf you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseballbizondeck.comYou can find Mat at matgermain.bsky

Zach shares his experience being traded to the Dodgers and the importance of having a supportive teammate, James Tibbs, by his side. He also opens up about working out with former World Series champion Kevin Kiermaier and the valuable lessons he learned from him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Celtics need to ease Jayson Tatum back from his Achilles tear. How will he fit in with a new look Celtics squad? Alex Cora said the Red Sox have World Series expectations this season, did they do enough to back that up this off-season? How far could they get in the Playoffs?

Max Scherzer returns for his 19th MLB season, re-signing with the Toronto Blue Jays after his daughter wrote the organization a heartfelt note. Plus, the World Baseball Classic starts next week, and the Braves start their own TV network. Buster Olney, Jorge Castillo and Alden González discuss. Then, Charles Barkley stops by to talk about why he loves sports so much, rooting for the Blue Jays in the World Series, if Shohei Ohtani is a top-three athlete of all-time, his advice for MLB players during labor negotiations, and which league has better fighters: The NBA or MLB. Later, Buster previews the Houston Astros and the Miami Marlins, Finally, Buster takes your questions during Bleacher Tweets.  0:00 Welcome 0:30 Jorge Castillo & Alden González 22:49 Charles Barkley 39:07 Houston Astros preview 40:17 Miami Marlins preview 41:10 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are joined by Colin Paisley, the original producer of the show and reminisce on his time working the show and share some laughs from some stories from back in the day // Need to Know: The Mariners bats showed up yesterday in their win over the Guardians with Julio, Randy, and Colt Emerson giving us run production, the team grades were leaked for the NFL teams, how did the Seahawks rank? The Kraken were once again beat badly on the ice. // Mariners General Manager Justin Hollander joins the show to talk about what he loves about spring training, he explains the model the organization uses to draft, trade, and develop players, on the importance of getting to know a player before giving them a contract, how some of the young prospects are developing, and on his World Series expectations. 

Max Scherzer returns for his 19th MLB season, re-signing with the Toronto Blue Jays after his daughter wrote the organization a heartfelt note. Plus, the World Baseball Classic starts next week, and the Braves start their own TV network. Buster Olney, Jorge Castillo and Alden González discuss. Then, Charles Barkley stops by to talk about why he loves sports so much, rooting for the Blue Jays in the World Series, if Shohei Ohtani is a top-three athlete of all-time, his advice for MLB players during labor negotiations, and which league has better fighters: The NBA or MLB. Later, Buster previews the Houston Astros and the Miami Marlins, Finally, Buster takes your questions during Bleacher Tweets.  0:00 Welcome 0:30 Jorge Castillo & Alden González 22:49 Charles Barkley 39:07 Houston Astros preview 40:17 Miami Marlins preview 41:10 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3 - The crew debate if Max Crosby is a real possibility for the Pats. They are joined by Craig Breslow who discusses the construction of this roster and how hungry the team is for a World Series

Robbie Ray & Fire Alarms with Giants and CubsWBC - Cuba team - some members blocked from playing in USAFull Baseball Guy - MLB Manager, Coach, Pitcher & FanLarry RothschildRays History and Florida Baseball ConnectionsMeeting at the Tampa Baseball MuseumLighting the torch for the Devil RaysFlorida baseball ties: FSU, Marlins, Reds spring training, Tigers in LakelandBecoming the Devil Rays Manager - (Expansion Team Reality Check)Hiring process after the World SeriesExpansion draft preparation (or lack thereof)How much control managers really haveEvolution of managerial authorityWorking Under Lou Piniella(Leadership, Intensity and Hall of Fame Worthiness)Coaching relationship with LouTough but empowering leadership styleWhy Lou belongs in the Hall of FameComparing Piniella and LelandSouth Side Chicago to Florida State(Early Life and Baseball Origins)Late physical developmentTransfer in high schoolPlaying at Florida StateInfluence of Coach Jack StallingsReds minor league system and developmentA Yankee Fan from Chicago(Family, War and Baseball Heritage)Father's WWII serviceHank Bauer connectionGrowing up a Yankees fan in White Sox territoryTrading baseball cardsCoaching the Yankees - (From Fan to Pinstripes)First time walking into old Yankee StadiumTelling his father about joining the YankeesPitching legends: Mariano Rivera, CC SabathiaTransition from traditional baseball to analyticsPitching Then vs. Now(Throwing vs. Pitching)Velocity obsessionLoss of command cultureInjury trends and biomechanicsWeighted balls and development risksVelocity displays and young pitchersWho Really Calls the Game?(Pitch Mix, Catchers and Communication)Modern pitching structure (multiple voices)Importance of pitcher convictionCatcher-pitcher trustAnalytics vs. instinctComplete Games and the Death of the Starter(Wins, Incentives and Blake Snell Moment)Starter mentalityWin statistic debateScripted bullpen usageThe Snell World Series pullJack Morris, Greg Maddux and pitching tired(Front Office Influence and Managerial Autonomy)Joe Maddon's evolutionBuck Showalter's experienceYounger managers and front office controlThe risk of losing baseball personalitiesAI and the Future of Baseball Decisions(Analytics Departments and Automation)AI potentially replacing analystsInjury prediction modelsCopycat business of MLBThanks for listening to BaseballBiz On Deck - www.baseballbizondeck.com You've been listening to Part 1 of the interview with Larry Rothschild, twice a coach with World Series  winning teams the Marlins and the Reds plus he was manager of the inaugural Tampa Bay Devil Rays Baseball Team, pitching coach for several MLB teams, including the  Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, Chicago Cubs, Cincinatti Reds, New York Yankees, and San Diego Padres.  Join us again next week for part 2 of Larry and his baseball journey & vision.Just a reminder, if you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky 

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Friday's program with a preview of this afternoon's Blue Jays vs. Rays spring training game. They look back on Thursday's 8-7 loss to the Marlins and discuss Andrés Giménez' first home run of the spring, before projecting how the Jays rotation and 26-man roster might come together ahead of Opening Day. The boys also take a moment to chat about Alek Manoah's comments about Toronto's World Series run, before Jayson Stark (15:08) of The Athletic joins to discuss his recent piece on the Blue Jays outlook in 2026. He debates if the team is better equipped this season, how to manage the rotation, and Jeff Hoffman's opportunity to bounce back. Later, MLB Network host Robert Flores (30:50) chats about the Jays' ability to rebound this year, the players at camp he's keeping his eye on, the Max Scherzer signing, the upcoming World Baseball Classic and Tarik Skubal's limited availability. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Lyle and TJ discuss a few more storylines from their first four days at Mariners Spring Training (2:30). They then welcome Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs to chat about his final season with the team, the magical 2025 team, what it would mean to win a World Series, and more (23:18).For ad-free episodes, check out our Patreon: patreon.com/marinelayerpodMerchandise, event schedule, and more: marinelayerpod.comEmail us: marinelayerpod@gmail.comCheck out Just Baseball: Click hereFollow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on YouTube: Click hereFind us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on all Podcast Platforms: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/MarineLayerPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow TJ on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tjmathewson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lyle on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lyle_goldsteinOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tom Stoup from Speedway Video joins us as we present what we think would be the "perfect" World Series Schedule! One of the only major complaints, from the 2026 World Series was the "Bloat" on some of the nights that kept us racing into the next morning. Did we come up with schedules or ideas that could help that and still provide good value to racers and fans alike? Let us know what you think! We think you will enjoy the ideas discussed during the show! We also recap the Nascar weekend from Atlanta where Tyler Reddick is now 2 for 2 on the year! Plus we debut a new segment titled "The 16" where we take a look at the Chase standings and who is in and who is out every week! And, the Racin' With Ryan Fantasy segment returns as well! ENJOY!Thanks to Ken Copley and Paramount Medical Billing for sponsoring the show!

It wouldn’t be spring training if we didn’t have a worrying Giancarlo Stanton injury update, with reports saying the slugger can’t even open a bag of chips. Stugotz has his top five athletes if they were named after teeth. Taylor is frustrated with Jazz Chisholm’s goals for the season since he didn’t even mention wanting to win a World Series. And finally, there is a shocking name on Team USA’s World Baseball Classic roster that Stugotz doesn't trust in a big spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A star baseball player will not be cut from the team if he is injured. The manager can keep him on the bench as a pinch hitter and get a player from the Minor Leagues to fill his position. If they win the World Series, both players will be champions. God has not cast off Israel, but has set them aside for a time so that the Gentiles might receive the riches of salvation in Jesus Christ. Dr. Barnhouse preaches about Gentile blessings on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Larry Anderson joins the show to talk all things Philadelphia Phillies and explain why he believes this is the year the Phillies finally get over the hump and make a true championship run.

DescriptionIn this episode of The Spread Zone, Scott Rizzuto, Tim McKernan, and Anthony Stalter build out a full 2026 MLB futures card from the ground up — breaking down division winners, pennant picks, World Series anchors, value plays, long-shot sprinkles, MVP bets, Rookie of the Year targets, and Cy Young candidates. With spring training just underway, the guys debate whether to back favorites like the Dodgers and Yankees or chase payout-heavy value on teams like the Mets, Mariners, Royals, and Tigers. Along the way, they discuss how heartbreaking World Series losses affect the following season, where true betting value actually exists on the board, and how to balance chalk with calculated risk. It's a strategic look at how to approach MLB futures — not just who to pick, but how to build a smart, structured card before the season even starts. The Spread Zone is presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's a concerning fact regarding the Steelers heading into 2026 – the Pirates have better odds to win the World Series than the Steelers do to win the Super Bowl. If the Steelers did win it all, they would be one of the biggest longshots in league history to pull it off. Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. After taking a ball off the foot a couple days ago, Jason told us that Konnor Griffin is OK and just had a scheduled day off. Jason believes the deal for Griffin will be north of $100M if it gets done. Jason feels like Griffin's camp is also interested in a deal, but he can't say for certain that the Pirates will make an offer. Jason sees Griffin on the Opening Day roster as a 50/50 proposition right now. Jason, however, did give it a 60/40 chance that a deal gets done with Griffin. That deal would cap off one of the best off-seasons we've seen from the Pirates in recent memory. Jason indicated that the players already locked into the big-league club believe the hype in Griffin. Jason still expects the Pirates to bring in a left-handed starter before the real games begin. Total Request Thursday.

Monday, February 23, 2026 Inside Sports with Al Eschbach -Preston Poole in the rockin' chair, Canada vs USA, in-depth with Mark Daigneault, Dodger World Series?, LaMelo driving and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen to past episodes HERE! Follow Inside Sports Podcasts on Apple, Google and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Spread Zone, Scott Rizzuto, Tim McKernan, and Anthony Stalter build out a full 2026 MLB futures card from the ground up — breaking down division winners, pennant picks, World Series anchors, value plays, long-shot sprinkles, MVP bets, Rookie of the Year targets, and Cy Young candidates. With spring training just underway, the guys debate whether to back favorites like the Dodgers and Yankees or chase payout-heavy value on teams like the Mets, Mariners, Royals, and Tigers. Along the way, they discuss how heartbreaking World Series losses affect the following season, where true betting value actually exists on the board, and how to balance chalk with calculated risk. It's a strategic look at how to approach MLB futures — not just who to pick, but how to build a smart, structured card before the season even starts. The Spread Zone is presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Story 1: President Donald Trump delivered a historically long State of the Union Address last night, but not everyone is happy about it. Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) helps Will unpack President Trump's speech, reflecting on the current state of our nation's political landscape, and the Democratic Party's hesitancy to support bipartisan issues such as the SAVE Act.Story 2: Will and The Crew share their ideas for a revolutionary new Congressional dress code while reacting to President Trump's bestowal of two Medals of Honor and one Presidential Medal of Freedom during his State of the Union address.Story 3: The censorship of the Internet by "Big Tech" companies has been an open secret for years, but a lack of competition has made the idea of circumventing it laughable. Things may be beginning to change. Co-Owner of the Chicago Cubs and Founder of Freespoke, Todd Ricketts joins Will to discuss his effort to build a censorship free search engine, sharing what inspired him to do so, and what his main issues are with current market leaders like Google. Plus, Todd reflects on his invitation to visit the White House after the Cubs won the World Series in 2016.Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@willcainnews⁠⁠⁠)Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a two-time Stanley Cup champion says Olympic gold meant more, fans lose their minds. After Team USA hero Matthew Tkachuk revealed the gold medal experience topped his NHL titles, the crew dives into a question that hits especially hard in New York: what would happen if a superstar like Aaron Judge said the same thing about Olympic gold vs a World Series? Is representing your country the ultimate achievement… or does nothing top a championship for the team you bleed for? From Olympic glory to Stanley Cup obsession, World Series hypotheticals, and the emotional gap between athletes and diehard fans, this conversation exposes a brutal truth: players and fans do not value success the same way. Plus, the guys debate whether Yankees fans could ever forgive Judge for prioritizing Team USA, why Mets fans may soon face the same dilemma with Juan Soto and the WBC, and whether sports loyalty is more about identity than trophies. If you've ever lived and died with a playoff run, this one will hit home.

It was a loaded hour of basketball drama and sports philosophy. The Knicks' offense stalled again, Karl-Anthony Towns disappeared, and the finger-pointing is officially underway. Is it on KAT for not demanding the ball, on the coach for not forcing the issue, or on Jalen Brunson for slipping into hero ball instead of running the team? Plus, a major playoff wrinkle: Mitchell Robinson's impact raises a real question about whether the Knicks' starting lineup needs to change when games actually matter. Then the focus shifts to Cleveland, where the addition of James Harden suddenly has people rethinking the Eastern Conference hierarchy. Are the Cavaliers finally a legitimate threat, or is this just another chapter in Harden's long history of regular-season hype and postseason disappointment? Knicks fans weigh in on whether they fear Cleveland at all and how the East really stacks up right now. The conversation takes a surprising turn into a heated debate about legacy and loyalty: what matters more to athletes, winning for their country or winning for their franchise? With Olympic baseball on the horizon and the World Baseball Classic looming, the guys ask how New York would react if a star like Aaron Judge ever said a gold medal meant more than a World Series. The answer might not be pretty. From lineup decisions to contender credibility to the emotional divide between fans and players, this hour covers everything fueling the current sports conversation.

In this episode of The Spread Zone, Scott Rizzuto, Tim McKernan, and Anthony Stalter build out a full 2026 MLB futures card from the ground up — breaking down division winners, pennant picks, World Series anchors, value plays, long-shot sprinkles, MVP bets, Rookie of the Year targets, and Cy Young candidates. With spring training just underway, the guys debate whether to back favorites like the Dodgers and Yankees or chase payout-heavy value on teams like the Mets, Mariners, Royals, and Tigers. Along the way, they discuss how heartbreaking World Series losses affect the following season, where true betting value actually exists on the board, and how to balance chalk with calculated risk. It's a strategic look at how to approach MLB futures — not just who to pick, but how to build a smart, structured card before the season even starts. The Spread Zone is presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason Varitek sits down with the crew to discuss the energy of the Red Sox and how they all want to improve. He praises what Alex Bregman did for the team and also mentions his expectations for the team this year.

Jason Varitek joins the crew to discuss the energy of the current Red Sox, the importance of Alex Bregman while he was here, and claiming that his expectations are to win the world series. They said it includes Eliot Wolf answering if he's satisfied with Drake Maye and Reggie Miller saying that the Celtics are the scariest team in the East with or without Jayson Tatum

In hour 4, the 94 WIP Morning Show continued to cover all bases necessary in regards to both the Phillies and the Eagles. On the Phillies front, Bryce Harper said he understands why the fans are frustrated that the Phillies have been unable to win a World Series. Eliot Shorr-Parks seems extremely confident that the Eagles will trade A.J. Brown because they will get good offers for him, teams will compete to trade for him, and the team will save $30 million in cash if they trade him.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves agreeing on a one-year, $27 million-dollar contract extension that includes a club option, talk about how the Braves still need to sign another starting pitcher, explain why they think the Braves haven't made moves this offseason like a team that feels like they're World Series contenders, and discuss if the Braves' new in-house TV Network BravesVision could ultimately make Liberty Media give Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos more money to spend on their own players and free agents.

HR3 - Kaden Elliss may end up being Falcons cap casualty along with Tyler Allgeier In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, react to Atlanta Falcons General Manager Ian Cunningham being non-committal on free-agent linebacker Kaden Elliss in his scrum with the local media at the NFL Combine yesterday when asked if Elliss is a guy Atlanta wants back, and explain why they would hate to lose Elliss and want him back, but think the Falcons can find a cheaper option and better system fit at linebacker than Kaden Elliss. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali react to Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves agreeing on a one-year, $27 million-dollar contract extension that includes a club option, talk about how the Braves still need to sign another starting pitcher, explain why they think the Braves haven't made moves this offseason like a team that feels like they're World Series contenders, discuss if the Braves' new in-house TV Network BravesVision could ultimately make Liberty Media give Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos more money to spend on their own players and free agents, recap and react to the Atlanta Hawks' 119-98 win over the Washington Wizards last night, react to last night being the first time former Hawks All-Star Trae Young has been back in Atlanta since being traded to the Wizards last month, talk about the tribute video the Hawks played for Trae and how it made them feel, discuss Jonathan Kuminga making his Hawks debut last night since be trading to the team as part of the Kristaps Porziņģis trade, let you hear Hawks Head Coach Quin Snyder talk about how Kuminga showed the things he's been coaching, react to what Coach Snyder had to say, explain why they think Kuminga's Hawks debut was great and now consistency is the next big step, and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with Arte Moreno saying winning isn't in the top 5 of the needs of the Angels. Joe explains what he believes the owner meant in the statement for the fans of the LA Angels. Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski passed away and Tom asks where Maz's home run in the 1960 World Series ranks amongst all-time hits. Plus, will a coming rule change cause a safety issue for coaches? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#kap and Gordon Wittenmyer are back as the duo dissect #chicagocubs chairman #tomricketts' comments last week saying that the #cubs need to ‘win more #worldseries.'  So the pair breakdown the importance of the comment and why no ownership group in Chicago sports talks openly like this. Plus, the latest on the roster as the flurry begins of #worldbaseballclassic moves and the state of the Cubs after the first weekend of games. REKAP SPONSORS:--------------------------------------------

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with Arte Moreno saying winning isn't in the top 5 of the needs of the Angels. Joe explains what he believes the owner meant in the statement for the fans of the LA Angels. Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski passed away and Tom asks where Maz's home run in the 1960 World Series ranks amongst all-time hits. Plus, will a coming rule change cause a safety issue for coaches? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the Extraordinary Expectoration World Championships! What's that you ask? Only the most important event in the world of competitive spitting! Grandma G-Force goes up against some of the best spitters in the animal kingdom in this fascinating and somewhat disgusting championship bout. It's the who, when, why, how and WOW of expectoration! Originally aired 9/2/24.Grownups, we're proud to bring free, high-quality educational podcasts to families and classrooms everywhere. But as the media industry changes, it's becoming increasingly difficult to financially sustain high-quality human-made audio shows like ours without additional help. If our shows have sparked wonder, laughter, or curiosity for your family, we're asking for your support now. Grownups, visit tinkercast.com/support where you can select from a handful of gifts we've curated to thank you for your support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 372 setting the stage for the 2026 Prediction Show while reacting to Team USA's Olympic hockey gold and debating why the United States can compete in hockey but not soccer. Mitch checks in from Mariners spring training in Peoria, describing a genuine World Series vibe around the pitching staff — before admitting he needed a personal "attitude adjustment" on 22-year-old second baseman Cole Young. Mitch welcomes back Danny O'Neil, Jason Puckett, and Dave "Groz" Grosby for the 2026 Prediction Show, teasing last year's misses while crowning Puckett as the new champ. The panel makes rapid-fire forecasts on the Seahawks' 2026 season: record, playoff finish, key contract calls (Kenneth Walker, Riq Woolen, Josh Jobe, Rashid Shaheed), draft/free-agent priorities, Sam Darnold's contract future and stat lines, plus big-number projections for JSN and other core pieces. The panel shifts to college football, with Danny projecting a 12-win Washington season and a College Football Playoff berth—while also predicting major turnover with Jed Fisch and Demond Williams gone by 2027. They then pivot to baseball, where Puck and Groz forecast an AL West title and a Mariners trip to the World Series, while Danny takes the contrarian path with 88 wins and no playoffs. The panel finishes Mariners predictions with bold calls on Colt Emerson's debut date, Andrés Muñoz's save total, and the club's World Series outlook—while Danny pegs the Yankees as champions. The conversation widens to NBA expansion in Seattle, where opinions split on timeline and ownership possibilities, and then to the 2026 World Cup, with wildly different forecasts for Team USA. The segment wraps with NBA championship picks, MVP projections, and LeBron James' uncertain future as the Prediction Show heads toward its finale. The panel turns to March Madness, NFL draft projections, and bold NFL quarterback predictions before branching into golf, tennis, the World Baseball Classic, and the Kraken's playoff outlook. Danny calls for Houston to win the NCAA title, Puck backs Arizona, and Groz picks UConn—while wild swings follow on Scheffler majors, Rory's chances, and LeBron's future. The segment culminates with dramatic wild-card predictions, including a potential MLB lockout, a Jamal Crawford-led Sonics return, and a blockbuster Seahawks in-season trade.   GUESTS   Dave Grosby | Seattle sports radio personality Jason Puckett | Seattle sports radio host and founder of The Daily Puck Drop Danny O'Neil | Veteran Seattle sports columnist and longtime Seahawks analyst   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Prediction Show Kickoff — Hockey Gold, Mariners Optimism, and a Cole Young Attitude Adjustment 22:22 | 2026 Prediction Show: Seahawks Repeat Forecasts, Roster Calls, and League-Wide Bold Picks 49:57 | 2026 Prediction Show: College Football and Mariners 2026 Predictions – Playoff Calls, Coaching Hot Seats, and a World Series Push 59:47 | 2026 Prediction Show: Mariners Prospect Timelines, World Cup Takes, NBA Futures, and Sonics Expansion Speculation 1:14:14 | 2026 Prediction Show: March Madness Picks, NFL Draft Forecasts, Golf Majors, Kraken Playoff Hopes, and Wild Card Bombshells 1:21:30 | Other Stuff Segment: USA wins men's and women's Olympic hockey gold, JSN comments on becoming highest-paid WR and looming Seahawks extensions, Zach Charbonnet ACL surgery delay raises questions, Stephen A. Smith floats presidential ambitions, Tony Clark resigns as MLBPA head amid inappropriate relationship controversy, JetBlue baggage theft allegation involving Dion Dawkins, "JetBlue the dog" abandoned at airport and adopted by officer, former Miami officer blasts Tyreek Hill after release, TSA PreCheck outage, Nantucket cocaine wastewater report, Kid Rock ticket sales struggles, smart underwear study shows humans pass gas more than previously thought RIPs Ronnie Moore (25), Robert Duvall, Bill Mazeroski (89), Eric Dane (53), Trey Johnson (54), Doug Moe (87), Mike Wagner (76), Reverend Jesse Jackson

Evan and Tiki keep digging into the Team USA gold medal win and hit the fan question that drives everyone nuts: does an Olympic championship hit the same as a title with your real team, or is it a “cheap championship” you move on from in an hour? The debate gets spicy fast when the guys bring up Aaron Judge, the Yankees, and the brutal reality of New York fandom. If Judge becomes an Olympic hero but still never wins a World Series, would Yankee fans shrug and say “cool, now bring me the ring”? Meanwhile, Devils fans might treat Jack Hughes like a legend forever, even if New Jersey never raises the Cup. Then it turns into a full-on loyalty war: can Rangers fans ever truly love a Devils player, even if he just delivered gold for the USA? Evan says no. Tiki says you can hate the sweater and still respect the player. Shaun argues fans are trained to boo rivals, not frame their photos.

Three‑time World Series champion, Sergio Romo joins the show to share his World Baseball Classic experience and his role as a guest instructor at Giants Spring Training. He breaks down Ryan Walker’s All‑Star talent and what it’ll take for him to regain his confidence — and the closer job — in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three‑time World Series champion, Sergio Romo joins the show to share his World Baseball Classic experience and his role as a guest instructor at Giants Spring Training. He breaks down Ryan Walker’s All‑Star talent and what it’ll take for him to regain his confidence — and the closer job — in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Training got off to a stellar start as the reigning American League MVP crushed a pair of homers, the Orioles' newest slugger cleared the fence twice and the Dodgers' World Series star fanned a trio of batters in his first outing. 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

…ON TODAYS PROGRAM…   FERNANDO AND THE HONDA CURSE, LAWRENCE STROLL SELLS ASTON MARTIN NAMING RIGHTS FOR 50 MILLION POUNDS. FERRARI ON THE OTHER HAND SHOW OFF NEW SPINNING REAR WING AND, LOOK VERY COMPETITIVE ! MCLAREN AND MERCEDES ARE NOT FAR BEHIND… RED BULL IS STILL A QUESTION MARK?…AND FERNANDO WILL NEED HIS CAMPING CHAIR AS THE GP2 ENGINE THAT FAILED HIM AT MCLAREN, THAT WENT KABLAMO IN THE INDY 500 AND LOOKS TO HAUNT ALONSO FOR ANOTHER LONG SEASON!! STAY TUNED FOR SOME GREAT ONE LINERS FROM MACHISMO… THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEKS SPECIAL GUEST: MARCUS ERICSSON, MARTIN BRUNDLE, AND MIKI MONRAS DE ESPANA…! Indianapolis 500 Veteran Hucul Dies at 79   INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Feb. 20, 2026) – Canadian driver Cliff Hucul, a veteran of three Indianapolis 500 starts in the late 1970s, died Feb. 17 on his farm in his native Prince George, British Columbia. He was 79. Hucul made three consecutive starts in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” from 1977-79. His best finish came as a rookie in 1977, 22nd in the No. 29 Team Canada McLaren/Offenhauser that Hucul bought after Johnny Rutherford drove it to victory in the 1976 “500.” Hucul completed 72 laps before being sidelined by gearbox problems. He qualified on Bump Day for that race despite touching the wall in practice the previous day and suffering two engine failures during the Month of May, a significant pitfall for his low-budget team. Hucul's best qualifying spot was 18th in 1979, his final “500” start. The small-town driver from northern British Columbia learned his craft by racing stock cars and modified sprint cars at local tracks. He then began racing modifieds and supermodifieds in the Pacific Northwest against drivers that included eventual Indianapolis 500 winner and INDYCAR SERIES champion Tom Sneva and his brother Jerry Sneva. Hucul made 24 total USAC and CART starts between 1977-81, with eight top-10 finishes. Hucul's best finish in the standings was 11th in 1979, when he started the season by placing fifth at Ontario Motor Speedway and a career-best fourth at Texas World Speedway. In 1996, Hucul became a paraplegic after an automobile accident when crossing black ice on a highway in British Columbia. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, Hucul remained active, managing his farm and mentoring many drivers in the area. He was inducted into the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame for his lifetime contributions to auto racing. Hucul is survived by his son, Kelly, and daughter-in-law, Sylvie; daughter, Michele, and many grandchildren. 2026 BAHRAIN TESTING - WEEK 1, DAY 3 MAX VERSTAPPEN “Looking at the test overall, the Team got in a good number of laps on the first day so we were happy with that. We completed a lot of things that we wanted to test with the new Power Unit and the car in general. Today it was a continuation of that plus also trying to explore a little bit more with the car; you go through so many test items that it continues to change and evolve with everything that you are testing. In general, it is all so new that we are still learning a lot, but the car was good. We also have new tyres, so we spent some time looking at different sets and understanding what we need to improve and be better at. With the power unit, looking at the laps we got on the board, the start that we have had is good. That's exactly what we wanted to do and it was not a given. Whether it will be enough to win races, we don't know, we will just focus on ourselves and try to do the best we can, but there is still massive room for improvement. Finally, with the car, we learnt a lot about what worked and what didn't. Our runs also gave us even more ideas for the afternoon with Isack and then for next week, where we can continue to try new things and different set ups.” ISACK HADJAR “The first week here in Bahrain has gone well. Of course, I had to wait a little before getting in the car after Barcelona, but once I did, we were able to put it to the test and really work through what we need ahead of next week and Melbourne. There are so many things to look at, but we're staying on track with our programme so far. True performance and pace are always hard to judge in pre-season, but we can be happy with the reliability we've had from the power unit this week. There are still things to work on in terms of balance and tyre management, but that's completely normal for this time of year. We're working through it together as a Team to get where we want to be for Australia. I've known the people here for a while now, but it's great to be working with them again in an environment like this." ASTON MARTIN The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team concluded its testing programme at the Bahrain International Circuit today, with Lance Stroll returning to the cockpit of the AMR26 for the final time before the Australian Grand Prix. Lance did not get on track until late in the morning session due to a battery-related issue that had impacted Fernando's running yesterday. Honda carried out simulations on the test bench at HRC Sakura before the car returned to the track. Due to a shortage of power unit parts, the run plan was very limited and consisted only of short stints. Lance Stroll “It's been a challenging couple of weeks here in Bahrain, and today's limited running wasn't the way we wanted to finish the second test. It's clear the car isn't where we want it to be performance-wise, and we know there's a lot of work ahead in the coming weeks and months. There's a long season ahead, and we'll keep pushing flat out to unlock more performance. I want to say a big thank you to everyone trackside and back at the AMRTC for the work that's gone in so far. It's not where we want to be right now, but I know how determined this team is. We'll stick together, rise to the challenge and keep working until we deliver the performance we are looking for.” WILLIAMS F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season testing – Day 3 James Vowles, Team Principal: Another solid day of running and mileage. It's great to see that across the last six days of testing, we've been predominantly tyre and time limited, and able to complete the full programme that we wanted. That's just a testament to the hard work of the teams, both here and in Grove, making sure that we made up for lost time. 
 No one truly knows where all the performance lies. That's what Melbourne is all about, so I can't wait to go there, to gain a further understanding of where we are. What I know for sure, though, is we have work to do. There's no doubt about it. We've put ourselves on the back foot. But my assurance to everyone is that we have an aggressive programme lining up in front of us in order to make sure that we extract as much performance in this car as possible over the forthcoming months. Carlos Sainz: The past six days of testing in Bahrain has been one of the most interesting and challenging tests that I've been part of, given the new regulations and number of things we had to learn. The progress from day one has been significant, although there are still going to be things to understand and solve at the start of the season. We go into the first half of the year with lower expectations than 2025 knowing that we'll be starting slightly on the back foot. However, I'm really looking forward to getting started and focusing on improving the cars through the year to become more competitive. Bring on Melbourne! Alex Albon: It's been a relatively smooth test here in Bahrain. We got some good mileage under our belts and tested everything we wanted to get out of the car, so I'm feeling more ready for Melbourne. There's still a lot we need to understand and plenty of performance left on the table that we need to extract, but I'm glad the tests went to plan. It's now all about maximising the next few days to prepare for the first race of the year! THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW WITH MIKI MONRAS... Miki Monrás on battling Bottas and Ricciardo in the late 2000s and the rising cost of junior racing In the late 2000s, Miki Monrás was one of Spain's brightest prospects on the junior single-seater ladder, trading blows with the likes of Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas and António Félix da Costa in Formula Renault and GP3. But while his rivals pushed on towards F1 or careers in GTs, the Spaniard's single-seater journey came to an abrupt halt in 2011. Feeder Series caught up with Monrás to reflect on the times he rubbed shoulders with greatness, the challenges of racing in the post–financial crisis era, and life beyond motorsport. By Anabelle Bremner Back in the noughties, the path from karting to Formula 1 looked nothing like it does today. There was no standardised Formula 4, no carefully managed ladder – just a patchwork of championships that rewarded those brave enough, and wealthy enough, to dive straight in. Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 was as deep as it got: 40-car grids stacked with future stars, the proving ground where Pierre Gasly, Nyck de Vries and Lando Norris would come to cut their teeth. But before all of them, it was Monrás in the thick of it. He made his single-seater debut in late 2007, the result of years spent chasing speed. His first taste of racing, in fact, came on two wheels – on a motocross bike, inspired by his father, who had raced professionally in Spain and Europe. At the age of eight, Monrás joined a motocross camp, and it wasn't long before karting came calling. “After the first race, I really enjoyed it,” he recalls. “I remember it was Christmastime and I asked for a motocross scooter and for a go-kart. So I finally got the go-kart, and that's the way I started. Then I started racing in Catalonia, and I just moved through Spain and Europe and all the world championships until formula.” Single-seater racing, however, would prove a unique beast. Shortly before turning 16, Monrás moved straight from karting into Formula Renault 2.0, in which the competition was fierce. “Normally at that age you'd go before to a category not straight to 2.0,” he said. “My first year I was racing with Bottas, I was racing with Ricciardo, I was racing with [Andrea] Caldarelli – really good drivers.… I was racing against people that were already racing for two years in single-seaters. That was a big difference.”His first Eurocup campaign, in 2008, proved a challenging one. He was scoreless for his first five rounds with the Hitech Junior Team (no relation to the current Hitech) before a switch to SG Formula brought him six points in the final two rounds. Valtteri Bottas, then of Motopark Academy, went on to claim that year's title after a close fight involving Ricciardo, Caldarelli and Roberto Merhi. The next year brought Monrás a decidedly better season and three podiums with SG Formula, owned by Mercedes Junior Team advisor Stéphane Guerin. He wound up fifth overall in a season dominated by a fierce three-way fight between Félix da Costa, Jean-Éric Vergne and Albert Costa – the last of whom ultimately took the title. Racing against so much talent at such a young age left Monrás with plenty of perspective on what might have been. “Ricciardo was my teammate. Jean-Éric Vergne was my teammate. I raced with Da Costa, Bottas, with Magnussen, so many people that have been racing each other and winning races,” he said. “[I] think if I changed something at that point, maybe I would be in Formula 1, but who knows. Maybe yes, maybe no. “But at that time, it was really difficult times because it was 2010, '11, '12, where there was also a big crisis in the world, especially in Europe. It was really difficult for Spanish drivers to get the sponsors and the money to race.” The financial squeeze triggered by the 2008 global financial crisis left Monrás and many of his peers in a precarious position. Several teams, such as SG Formula, shut their doors in the wake of the crisis amidst an already shifting landscape in junior racing. “It's been changing a lot from that time until now. When I was racing Eurocup 2.0, one time we were like 48 drivers, I remember. 2008 at Spa. It was a massive level and so many drivers wanted to go in,” he said. “Eurocup was really high level, I would say maybe [comparable] to Formula 4 about the car and the lap times. “Motorsport has changed a lot in the last few years. It's more expensive. At that time, Eurocup was also expensive, but I think Formula 4 is around €700,000 more or less, maybe more now. It's quite expensive. Back then, I think Eurocup was around €300,000 or €250,000, so there was a massive difference. A lot more people could race at that time.” After two and a half years competing in various Formula Renault series, Monrás stepped up to GP3 in 2010. The inaugural season, won by eventual F1 driver Esteban Gutiérrez, came with another steep learning curve. Monrás managed two podiums and a 10th-place finish in the standings, but the step up exposed the limits of what talent alone could achieve in a field packed with hungry, well-backed drivers. “When I raced GP3, that was the first year of the championship, so it was a new championship for all of the teams. I also raced with Arden, which was a new team in the category, so it made it a bit difficult,” he said. “During testing, I remember I was flying in GP3, and then suddenly in some races there was such a huge difference with some other cars and drivers. It was difficult sometimes. … I think this is always present in motorsport in all categories. You will find some kind of differences within cars and teams. It just will always be there.” Challenging as it was, that season had its highs for Monrás. A recovery drive in Spa's characteristic rain remains a fond memory for the Spaniard. “I had a really bad qualifying because there were some yellow flags,” he explained. “Because there were 30 cars, it was easy to find yellow flags if you're waiting for the last minutes in qualifying. I finished [ninth in] race one, and in race two it started raining really heavily after five laps. I went from P10 to P3, nearly fighting for the win in the last lap against Rossi and Tambay. That was a really good race.” After a season in GP3, Monrás moved up a rung on the ladder to Formula Two. At the time, the feeder series landscape was fragmented. GP2 and Formula Renault 3.5 offered established paths to Formula 1, while the MotorSport Vision's FIA Formula Two Championship, which first ran in 2009, aimed to do the same with a more affordable package. “Formula Two at that point was very competitive, economically speaking,” Monrás said. “It was a lot cheaper to race in Formula Two than race in GP2 at that moment or 3.5 because it was like all one team. All the cars were one team with different engineers, and that made it low cost for the time. “A lot of drivers went to it because of that. They were racing in the best tracks, same as World Series and similar to GP2, and the car was competitive. Maybe not as competitive as GP2 or 3.5 because it was a bit slower, but it was really competitive and really fast, on the straight especially.”  “In that time, what they were saying was it was very equal. You had one engineer for three cars, you were sharing data with these three cars, and it was all under the same team. You can always find differences in motorsport. Maybe not a difference to make one car win and one car P15, but you can still always find two-tenths difference in similar cars, and two tenths, sometimes it's a lot of time,” he said. “The cars were on the same team, but each engineer was doing the set-up for his driver. The set-up I was using and maybe the set-up Bortolotti was using, he had won the championship maybe from our different set-ups. Every race, you changed engineers. Every weekend, you were rotating engineers so at the end of the season, everybody worked with everyone.” By 2012, the funding had dried up. Monrás was left sponsorless and unable to compete in Formula Two. He sampled GT racing in the Blancpain Endurance Series and tested with both Audi Sport and Atech GP, but no program materialised. From there, Monrás transitioned into driver coaching and team management – mostly with the AV Formula team owned by his manager, Adrian Vallés – and eventually “moved on” from motorsport around 2017. “I was working also with McLaren Automotive, but it was not motorsport. It was automotive, developing road cars, really competitive cars. After that I decided to stop because I wanted to follow a new career professionally, and I moved onto real estate which I have always been [involved with] because of my family, so that's why I decided to move over,” he said. “I now work in a real estate company which I own with some partners, and that's my day-to-day nowadays.” After years climbing the ladder in lockstep with some of the sport's future stars, Monrás has found a new rhythm – one that's decidedly less fast, but no less his own. Yet his career remains a reminder of the talent that defined an era: a Spaniard who went wheel to wheel with the likes of Ricciardo, Bottas, and Vergne, racing in some of the deepest junior grids of the 2000s and 2010s. In the story of that generation, Monrás may no longer be on track, but he's never far from the memory of it all.

Dr. Beckett tributes two recently deceased Pittsburgh Pirates favorites from his personal botyhood fandom: relief ace Roy (ElRoy) Face and Hall of Fame second baseman Bill Mazeroski. He reflects on the 1960 Pirates as his favorite team and explains why both players deserve more hobby respect. For Face, he highlights his signature forkball, how relievers of that era entered tie games and jams, his remarkable 1959 run (including winning 18 of 19), his military service, and his role in the 1960 World Series with three saves. Beckett also discusses Face's key and scarce cards, including his 1953 Topps high-number rookie, the rarely seen 1952 Fort Worth Cats card, and the very tough 1960 ElRoy Face Motel card, and comments on Face's late induction into the Pirates Hall of Fame in 2023 and his unlikely Hall of Fame chances. For Mazeroski, he recounts where he was when he heard Mazeroski's Game 7 walk-off home run on the radio, emphasizes Mazeroski's elite defense and double-play prowess, cites Bill James's praise of his defensive impact, and notes his career home run total and playing context at Forbes Field. He closes with additional audio from Hobby Hotline discussing Mazeroski's passing, his reputation with fans and signings, comparisons within the 1960 World Series, and the argument for valuing defense and signature career moments.   00:23 Tributes: 1960 Pirates & Two Legends 03:32 Roy Face Cards (RC, Minor League, Motel Card) 04:41 Roy Face Legacy: Hall of Fame Case 05:32 My Maz Memory: Hearing the Walk-Off on the Radio 08:30 Mazeroski Key Cards + Closing Thoughts 12:46 Hall of Fame Debate: Moment vs Career    

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Jack Hughes' goal was one of the best moments in American sports history, but nothing was like Bill Mazeroski hitting a walk-off home run in Game 7 of the World Series. We listen to Maz's Hall of Fame speech at Cooperstown. Pirates Hall of Famer Steve Blass joins to share memories of Maz, his good friend and teammate in the 60s and 70s.

Jack Hughes' goal was one of the best moments in American sports history, but nothing was like Bill Mazeroski hitting a walk-off home run in Game 7 of the World Series. Bob knew Maz pretty well and remembers moments with him. Maz helped Neil Walker learn second base. We listen to Maz's Hall of Fame speech at Cooperstown. 

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I hold a consultation at VaynerMedia focusing purely on tactical business talk. I dive deep into why broad, single-message marketing fails, and I offer my solution: hyper-targeting with thousands of different content pieces across text, audio, and video. I give B2B companies a roadmap for where the greatest sales opportunity lies (HR dynamics), and I explain why Facebook and Instagram ads are still drastically underpriced, regardless of your industry. I also advise entrepreneurs on how to transition their mentality from founder to executive, stressing the importance of protecting company culture by firing toxic "OGs" and committing to a private label brand. You'll learn:Why I think businesses should be running 4,000 to 8,000 pieces of content, not 12.My specific examples of using psychographics (like a 1985 World Series reference) to drive B2B conversions.Why I believe success is predicated on firing those who don't like change.How to combat manufacturers going direct-to-consumer by "quadrupling down on brand."My strategy for eliminating customer risk when selling unowned inventory (like $500k concrete pumps)Why the ultimate failure for scaling businesses is trying to force employees to be on camera

"Done with all the talkin', time to get to dancin'!!!!!!!" The Farty Boyz are ready to rumble out in Pampano, Canada and Chechnya are battling in the Olympics, and Dan is reveling in the ability to ask Andrew Friedman, MLB's most successful executive and Dodgers President of Baseball Operations, about the suffering in his role. Yes, the SUFFERING of the World Series champion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices