Podcasts about World Series

The Brewers are surging toward the playoffs (with a couple wins over the Chicago Cubs boosting spirits), but the clouds are forming for what happens after the season, when Major League Baseball's owners appear poised to initiate a lockout at the end of the current collective bargaining agreement. Labor lawyer Eugene Freedman, a former baseball writer, joins the podcast to discuss the lay of the land. Is there any way the players' union accepts a salary cap? Are the Brewers uniquely positioned to lose either way since they're a small-market team that spends? Could anything change if the Brewers make the World Series in 2026? 

Alex Rodriguez knows what it means to reach the top. Over 22 years in Major League Baseball, he became a World Series champion and one of the most recognizable athletes of his generation. But his story didn't end when his baseball career did. In this week's Celebrate Your Story, Alex talks about the two B's that have shaped his life — baseball and business — and how the lessons he learned as an athlete have influenced the entrepreneur and investor he is today. We talk about building great teams, performing under pressure, investing in founders, choosing the right people, and why relationships can be one of our greatest competitive advantages. Then the conversation goes deeper. Alex opens up about failure, mental health, therapy, and the mistakes that changed the course of his life. He shares how one of his most difficult periods forced him to become more self-aware, let go of some of his ego, and reconsider what success really means. Today, Alex says his baseball legacy may not be the one he once imagined. But what he went through helped him become a better father, friend, and partner — and gave him a different perspective on the person he wants to be.

As September begins and the playoffs loom closer, join me as I analyze where the Braves stand. Are they true World Series contenders, or are their flaws too much to overcome? Ronald Acuna and Austin Riley continue to be the key to the whole thing.

Every once in a while, Rule Breaker Investing sets aside the theme and embraces the hodgepodge. Something Old, something New, something Borrowed, something Blue—four directions, no particular reason they should fit together, and that's part of the fun. This time, a World Series champion offers a lesson about sample sizes and staying with a winning process. An old investing truth finds a new home—in exactly 350 words. Kevin Kelly makes the case for becoming the most improbable version of yourself in an increasingly predictable, AI-powered world. And then, because Blue means whatever Blue wants to mean: blueberries! Genuinely blue, surprisingly interesting, and even capable of teaching an investor a thing or two about… compounding.Baseball, bear markets, improbable lives, and blueberries. Fool on! Host: David GardnerProducer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mastodon's Troy Sanders and Brann Dailor join Behind the Braves for a wide-ranging conversation about music, baseball and their deep connection to Atlanta.Troy and Brann discuss the creative process behind Mastodon's new album, Marrow Deep, the band's desire to continue exploring new sounds more than 25 years into their career, and what it means to represent Atlanta around the world. They also look back on the unforgettable experience of performing at Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne's historic “Back to the Beginning” concert and share stories about meeting and touring with some of their musical heroes.Plus, the guys dive into their Braves fandom — from Troy growing up going to games with his family and discovering that Dale Murphy lived nearby, to Brann adopting the Braves after moving to Atlanta and celebrating the 2021 World Series championship with his neighborhood. They also talk Hank Aaron, Thin Lizzy, band chemistry, their baseball walk-up songs and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis chat today's Highlights and Headlines before some sound around today's NFL headlines. Also on the show, some Super Bowl - World Series parlays, and the Daily Diamond previews today's MLB slate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of A Numbers Game, Gill Alexander and Kelley Bydlon recap the US Open and the 49ers travel plans for Australia before discussing World Series matchup odds. Also on the show, VSiN's Shoulda Bet More podcast host Will Hill drops by with some of his favorite MLB, college football and NFL plays. BTB Analytics: BTB Analytics model's give you the spread, the current market line, the cover probability, and a quantified edge — showing exactly where and by how much their numbers disagree with the book. Go to BTB-Analytics and use Code VSIN for 10% off http://btb-analytics.com/ Sharp Plays: Follow the sharp money at SharpPlays.com http://sharpplays.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the status of Aaron Judge a good enough excuse for the Yankees to not make the World Series? Also, Carlin dives into the news involving Tiger Woods & Tony Romo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin react to Howie Roseman's comments about the Eagles' offensive vision and whether Jalen Hurts should be more aggressive despite the risk of turnovers. They also praise the Phillies' dominant 15-2 stretch and analyze reports concerning Joel Embiid's work ethic during the Olympics.

In this hour of A Numbers Game, Gill Alexander and Kelley Bydlon recap the US Open and the 49ers travel plans for Australia before discussing World Series matchup odds. Also on the show, VSiN's Shoulda Bet More podcast host Will Hill drops by with some of his favorite MLB, college football and NFL plays. BTB Analytics: BTB Analytics model's give you the spread, the current market line, the cover probability, and a quantified edge — showing exactly where and by how much their numbers disagree with the book. Go to BTB-Analytics and use Code VSIN for 10% off http://btb-analytics.com/ Sharp Plays: Follow the sharp money at SharpPlays.com http://sharpplays.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could nearly one-third of the NFL have an incentive to tank for a quarterback? On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie looks at the surprising number of NFL teams that could potentially lose interest in winning in 2026 if their season starts going sideways — because the 2027 NFL Draft could feature an extraordinary group of quarterbacks. With names like Arch Manning, Dante Moore and other highly regarded prospects potentially available, quarterback-needy teams could have a huge incentive to think about the future rather than fight for a few extra wins. Maggie's count? Nearly one-third of the NFL could potentially be looking toward the 2027 quarterback class. So which teams could be sellers at the trade deadline? Which teams might decide there's more value in losing than winning? And could the NFL actually see an NBA-style tanking conversation develop around the next franchise quarterback? Maggie breaks down why the 2027 QB class could completely change the incentives for struggling NFL teams. Also on the episode: time stamps 00:45 Joe Burrow's surprising admission about once believing he wouldn't have a long NFL career — and whether Bengals fans should be concerned. 7:48 Steve Sarkisian's criticism of NFL players attempting to return to college football for another year of eligibility — despite a Texas player being involved in a similar legal fight. 13:31 Tarik Skubal's espresso machine drama after taking the machine he bought for the Tigers clubhouse with him to Los Angeles. 17:32 How many NFL teams will be tanking for a QB? 26:40 Why Maggie doesn't see the Yankees making a World Series run, with questions surrounding Aaron Judge, the pitching staff and shortstop. This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a sports podcast for sports fans. #NFL #NFLDraft #NFL2027 #NFLNews #Quarterback #ArchManning #DanteMoore #NFLTanking #NFLDraft2027 #JoeBurrow #Bengals #Yankees #TarikSkubal #AMustWinGame Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when an Amazon delivery driver sees a cooler of cake pops next to a sign that basically says “treat yourself”? Apparently, you get a social media controversy, an apology, a payment, an angry bakery owner, and millions of people choosing sides over four dollars' worth of dessert. Welcome back to The Rizzuto Show, where today's funny podcast begins with celebrity birthdays and quickly escalates into the Great Cake Pop Incident.First, Rizz runs through another batch of celebrity birthdays, including Zendaya, Gloria Estefan, Billy Blanks, Dr. Phil, Barry Gibb, and Lily Tomlin. Naturally, Billy Blanks gives Rafe the opportunity to explain how knowing Tae Bo has apparently prepared him for street combat. Nothing says “please don't fight me” quite like threatening a man with a dance kick.Then we get to Homemade Haven Porch Bakery and an Amazon delivery driver named Wes, who grabs one $4 cake pop after seeing a “treat yourself” sign near a cooler of baked goods. Wes says he thought the treats were being left out for delivery drivers. Instead of a simple misunderstanding, the bakery posts Ring camera footage online, asks people to identify him, and calls him a thief.Wes apologizes. His wife sends the bakery $5. He even asks people NOT to boycott the business.Surely everybody acts like reasonable adults from there.Oh, sweet innocent listener.The bakery doubles down, the internet discovers the story, and suddenly millions of people are debating porch etiquette, social media shaming, small-business behavior, and whether anyone committing an actual cake-pop heist would really stop after stealing exactly one.After dessert-based international diplomacy fails, First Alert 4 morning anchors Claire Kellett and Maurice Drummond join the show to talk about the launch of First Alert 4 on ABC in St. Louis. We compare morning-show schedules and discover that waking up around 2:30 a.m. is apparently a perfectly normal lifestyle choice when you've abandoned all hope of respecting your circadian rhythm.Claire and Maurice talk about balancing early mornings with family life, the changing television business, working alongside people who become family, and what it means to be part of the daily routine for viewers across St. Louis. Maurice looks back on his years covering sports, including Cardinals World Series celebrations, the Blues winning the Stanley Cup, and Mizzou's huge win over Kansas at Arrowhead. Claire shares memories from covering Ferguson and talks about growing up in the St. Louis area before eventually coming home to work in local television.And because this is still a funny podcast, the serious media conversation naturally includes Steve Templeton memes, jokes about shirtless weather coverage, Rizz being called a bridge troll, questionable radio wardrobes, vitamin D deprivation, free donuts, and the realization that everybody working in morning media is basically hanging on by a thread.Claire and Maurice also explain what First Alert 4 expanding onto ABC means for St. Louis viewers: more news, weather, sports and traffic, plus major ABC programming and sports coverage. We even begin the extremely official campaign to get Maurice sent to the Super Bowl, because apparently this radio show now controls television travel budgets.By the end, we've covered celebrity birthdays, viral cake-pop justice, careers in St. Louis media, World Series locker rooms, Ferguson, morning-show exhaustion, college kids leaving home, TV budgets, Steve Templeton's imaginary abs, and the powerful advertising potential of a decent free T-shirt.In other words: another perfectly organized episode of your favorite funny podcast.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber and puts major pressure on the Yankees, saying they have to win the American League and reach the World Series. Russo also unloads on the Mets' decision to let Pete Alonso go, placing the blame on Steve Cohen and raising concerns about the chemistry between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Mad Dog also predicts baseball could lose part of next season before a labor deal gets done, pumps the brakes on the Jaxson Dart hype, and explains why he expects both the Giants and Jets to be more competitive. Plus, Russo opens up about missing New York sports radio and his return to the WFAN orbit through SiriusXM.

The Yankees' season comes down to one brutal standard: reach the World Series or face another disaster. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone deserve more credit for navigating injuries and roster issues, but Evan makes clear that none of it will matter if October ends early. The postseason will ultimately decide how every move, lineup decision and deadline addition is remembered. The final stretch also features Shaun Morash's best parts of September, including John Harbaugh finally coaching meaningful Giants games and Aaron Judge nearing a return. Plus, Evan refuses to entertain Nets fans comparing Brooklyn's failed superteam to the champion Knicks, while his Mets scoreless-game streak faces a major test once football Sundays arrive.

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber and declares the Yankees have no excuse not to reach the World Series, arguing their payroll and the state of the American League put major pressure on Aaron Boone and the organization. Russo also unloads on the Mets for letting Pete Alonso leave, putting more blame on Steve Cohen than David Stearns and raising concerns about the clubhouse dynamic involving Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Plus, Mad Dog pumps the brakes on the Jaxson Dart hype while predicting the Giants will be better under John Harbaugh, and reflects on WFAN joining SiriusXM and what he still misses about local New York sports radio.

Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome September and the feel of playoff weather! How are teams approaching their run to the playoffs? Joe stresses worrying more about your own team than your opponent. Tom looks at how the Dodgers can prepare for an attempt at a 3rd straight championship. Is there a better way for teams to handle blowouts for pitchers and hitters? Plus, the Mariners and Phillies are headed in opposite directions while the Orioles are surprisingly back in the mix! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Philadelphia Phillies are the hottest team in baseball and capped off a 21-win August with a 2-1 victory over the Diamondbacks last night. Joe Giglio lists five factors that he believes gives the Phils a real chance to win the World Series in October. To preorder What If? by Joe Giglio, CLICK HERE!

In the first hour of the show the guys start with Threefer Madness, talk about Jonathan Kuminga's agent's newest comments, and say who they would like to see win the World Series.

The WIP Morning Team discusses whether it is a good thing or a bad thing that four players were taken off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles. They discuss who was taken and who has been placed on the practice squad. They react to the Phillies' improvement and their closer proximity to the Braves now.

The WIP Morning Team discusses the Philadelphia Phillies' performance and if they believe the team will win the World Series. They talk about the improvements the team has made and highlight which players have shown up this past month. The team also discusses Jaylen Brown's Twitch stream, in which he said he was “out for blood” this season while playing with the Sixers. Finally, the team discusses the players who made the Eagles practice squad.

Andre Robertson on Texas, the Yankees, and the accident that changed everythingFormer Major League shortstop Andre Robertson joins Melvin E. Edwards to trace a career that moves from Orange, Texas to the University of Texas, the New York Yankees, and the 1981 World Series. He also reflects on the racial barriers he faced, the coaches and teammates who shaped him, and the car accident that reshaped his playing career and life.We discuss:How Andre fell in love with baseball as a kid in Orange, why Texas was the right choice over going pro right out of high school, and what it meant to become the first African American baseball scholarship player at UT. He also shares stories about Yogi Berra, Rickey Henderson, Reggie Jackson, Tommy John, and George Steinbrenner.Key topics* Andre recalls growing up in Orange, Texas, where he started organized baseball at age 8 and played with some of the first Black Little League players in his area.* He tells two clubhouse stories, including Yogi Berra's strange instruction to “pair up in threes” and Rickey Henderson's third-person humor.* His father coached him early on and helped shape his approach to competition, discipline, and team-first thinking.* Andre talks about seeing Willie Mays as a kid and realizing he wanted to play at the highest level.* He explains how a state track meet in Austin led to Texas coach Cliff Gustafson recruiting him after seeing his athleticism.* At Texas, he had to switch from shortstop to second base, where assistant coach Bill Bethea helped refine his footwork and turn him into a better pro prospect.* He reflects on the 1979 College World Series, Texas' dominant run, and the disappointment of being knocked out by Arkansas and a California team.* Andre describes the social reality of being the only Black player on the Texas team for three years and how he responded to racism by focusing on the game.* He talks about leaving after his junior year, later returning to finish his degree in 1992 through correspondence courses.* Andre explains the culture shock of going from Orange, Texas to New York City and how he mentally narrowed his focus to handle Yankee Stadium pressure.* He shares his major league debut in 1981, Reggie Jackson's advice to “do what you did to get here,” and the confidence boost from getting hits in his first game.* He reflects on the 1981 World Series, his limited role as a pinch runner, and the humility of being part of a championship-caliber roster.* Andre remembers Tommy John as a friendly teammate and as a pitcher whose elbow surgery and long career made an impact on the game.* He discusses George Steinbrenner's demanding standards and says the owner's expectations matched the Yankee tradition of winning.* Andre recounts the 1983 car accident that fractured his C2 vertebrae, his long recovery, and the blessing of being able to return to baseball at all.* After playing, he moved into substitute teaching briefly and then spent decades working at DuPont, now Dow.* He closes with a look at his family, including three successful children, and his plans for retirement, golf tournaments, and more time with his wife.* The episode ends with his playful Texas and Texas A&M rivalry story, including the card-signing event where Aggies were reluctant to take UT pictures.Notable quotes“My father always told me, you don't need to talk about yourself, but let other people tell your stories.”“Do what you did to get here.”“It wasn't lucky, I was blessed.”Media Well Done, LLC Get full access to Melvin E. Edwards at storiesfromreallife.substack.com/subscribe

The Philadelphia Phillies are the hottest team in baseball and capped off a 21-win August with a 2-1 victory over the Diamondbacks last night. Joe Giglio lists five factors that he believes gives the Phils a real chance to win the World Series in October. To preorder What If? by Joe Giglio, CLICK HERE!

Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome September and the feel of playoff weather! How are teams approaching their run to the playoffs? Joe stresses worrying more about your own team than your opponent. Tom looks at how the Dodgers can prepare for an attempt at a 3rd straight championship. Is there a better way for teams to handle blowouts for pitchers and hitters? Plus, the Mariners and Phillies are headed in opposite directions while the Orioles are surprisingly back in the mix! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailTerence Moore on My Big Red Machine and the stories behind the Big Red Machine.Randy Freking and Jack Greiner welcome sports journalist, columnist, professor, and author Terrence Moore to discuss his book "My Big Red Machine" and his lifelong baseball fandom that shaped it. Moore traces his journey from a Cubs fan in South Bend to a Reds-obsessed journalist in Cincinnati, with Pete Rose, Sparky Anderson, and Bob Howsam at the center of the conversation.We discuss Moore's path into journalism, the inside stories he gathered from years covering the Reds, and the spiritual through-line he sees connecting his life, career, and the making of the book.Key topics:Moore's childhood baseball fandom;Growing up in South Bend, Indiana, he was a Cubs fan because Chicago was the nearest pro baseball connection;He remembers watching snowy Cubs telecasts on WGN through a rooftop antenna;Why Hank Aaron was his first favorite player;As a kid, Moore idolized Hank Aaron;That early admiration later turned into a 40-year friendship and a book, The Real Hank Aaron;Pete Rose became his all-time favorite;Moore says Pete Rose was the player who changed everything for him;He tells the story of seeing Rose in person at Crosley Field in 1969, diving for a fly ball, running out a walk, and hustling into second base head first;The hustle lesson from Pete Rose;Moore says Rose's effort became a lifelong model for how he played sports and approached work;He still teaches mentees to give the same effort in everything, not just journalism;Sparky Anderson as the best manager he ever covered;Moore has covered 19 managers and says Sparky Anderson was the best;He praises Sparky's charisma, wisdom, and the way he treated a young reporter like a veteran;The Hall of Fame plaque moment in Cooperstown;Moore describes being at the Baseball Hall of Fame for My Big Red Machine and unexpectedly meeting Sparky Anderson's niece at Sparky's plaque;The encounter turned emotional and reinforced the book's theme of fate and spiritual timing;The book's major revelations came from Bob Howsam;Moore explains that a 2006 recorded conversation with Big Red Machine architect Bob Howsam became the closing chapter of the book;Howsam shared details about the Big Red Machine and the 1973 NLCS incident; with Pete Rose and Mets fans that Moore says had never been fully told before;Sparky's view on whether the Big Red Machine could have won a third title;Sparky told Moore the team would not have won another championship because they were “bored” after their early success;Moore disagrees, saying Tony Perez was the glue that held the club together and that trading him was a major turning point;Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, and clubhouse friction;Moore says Bench and Rose had real tension, partly because Bench was more nationally known while Rose was more beloved in Cincinnati;He also shares Sparky's blunt response when Dave Concepcion complained about being treated differently than the stars;What really happened when the Reds let Pete Rose go;Moore says Howsam told him law enforcement warned Rose was so involved with gamblers that keeping him in Cincinnati could have put him in danger;He frames the move as about more than money, despite Rose's record salary at the time;Breaking into journalism and learning the old-school craft;Moore describes how a visit to Miami University at age 13 helped convince him where he wanted to go to school;He later became the first Black writer at the Miami Student and the first Black editor in the paper's history;A tough lesson from Jim Schottelkotte;Moore shares the story of being reprimanded after covering a drag racing event and missing a nearby fire;The lesson was clear: a reporter is a reporter first, not just a sports writer;His experience as the first Black Reds beat writer;Moore explains the mix of support and hostility he faced in the Riverfront Stadium press box in the late 1970s;He recalls a moment when veteran columnist Paul Meyer supported him after a public jab from another writer;Favorite baseball book and movie;Moore names The Boys of Summer as his favorite baseball book besides his own; and for baseball films, he chooses The Pride of the Yankees for its old-school feel and Lou Gehrig connection.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction: Terrence Moore, Reds roots, and the new book01:59 - Growing up a Cubs fan in South Bend with a snowy WGN signal03:22 - Hank Aaron as his first favorite player and later lifelong friend04:25 - Pete Rose becomes the defining baseball hero05:49 - First trip to Crosley Field and the Pete Rose moment that sealed it08:17 - How Pete Rose's hustle shaped Moore's own playing style09:24 - The managers Moore covered and why Sparky Anderson stood above the rest11:11 - Bob Howsam's revelations and the real story behind the Big Red Machine13:19 - What made Sparky special with young reporters in the clubhouse14:16 - Cooperstown, Sparky's plaque, and the emotional niece encounter17:48 - Sparky's firing and the newsroom reaction in 197819:53 - How a visit to Miami University helped shape Moore's future22:53 - Why Miami's student newspaper changed everything25:24 - Getting his first Cincinnati Enquirer internship27:43 - Jim Shadakati's old-school standards and the drag racing lesson32:04 - The 2006 Bob Howsam interview that became a book centerpiece34:56 - Tracking Howsam down in Arizona and uncovering new details38:21 - Finding the old cassette in the basement and realizing its value40:35 - Sparky's surprising claim that the Big Red Machine was too bored to win again44:25 - Pete Rose and Johnny Bench's friction, plus the ego battle in Cincinnati46:23 - Sparky's blunt response to Dave Concepcion's complaint47:42 - The real reason the Reds moved on from Pete Rose49:31 - Being the first Black Reds beat writer and what the press box felt like51:31 - Covering the Reds with Ray Buck and the old newspaper workflow55:23 - The hostile press box moment and Paul Meyer's unexpected support59:44 - A painful Reds memory away from the ballpark: the 1975 World Series ending60:44 - A joyful radio memory: Hal King's comeback homer in 197362:41 - Favorite baseball movie: The Pride of the Yankees63:45 - Favorite baseball book: The Boys of Summer65:38 - First time at Crosley Field and the family's shift from Cubs to Reds68:43 - Where to get My Big Red Machine and the hardcover option70:59 - Praise from Marty Brennaman and Hal McCoy71:40 - Closing thanks, Miami University connection, and final sign-offNotable quotes“Everything happens for a reason.”“You're a reporter first. You're not a sports reporter. You're a reporter first.”“I was bored.”SPONSORED BY CITY VIEW TAVERN It's a New Era At City View! Jack thanks the listeners

Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi kick off the second hour discussing John Schneider's comments on a potential World Series hangover for the Blue Jays. Does that help explain their slow start? The boys also factor in Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles, the impact of injuries, and the World Baseball Classic. Later, Ben and Daniele debate whether a sub-.500 team should be allowed into the MLB postseason and if changes should be made to the playoff format. After the break, Blue Jays World Series champion and Guardians TV analyst, Pat Tabler joins the show to discuss Buck Martinez' Hall of Excellence induction ceremony, the Blue Jays' sweep of Seattle, Vladdy's down year, Toronto's playoff chances, and this week's upcoming series against Cleveland. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by very special guest, Cubs legend, Sammy Sosa. We get into how he felt during his return to Wrigley, his reaction to the Cubs winning the World Series, the 1998 HR race and many more Cubs memories. We lost get into the Bears pre-season recap, trading German Dexter, and playoff baseball predictions for Chicago.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

The Yankees won a huge series against the Boston Red Sox, are they legit World Series contender, & was Ceddane Rafaela catch actually a catch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sox radio announcers weren't happy with Jazz Chisholm, the Yankees might have caught a break not starting Ben Rice, & should we just pencil the Yankees into the World Series now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spiegs & Ryan McGuffey debate whether or not the Cubs can win a World Series.

Carl and Mike get into some Braves talk as they react to the team sweeping the Rockies over the weekend and extending their win streak to seven straight wins. They also give props to Alex Anthopoulos for the addition of Tyler Mahle, who has pitched well since being traded to Atlanta and looks to be solidifying himself as the number two starter in the postseason. They then get back to Falcons talk as they continue to react to the team's initial 53-man final roster.

Let's breakdown 21 through 16, salute stand out play, and hear directly from some of the teams.

SPORTS!Eitan and Kevin take advantage of Carl's busyness this week to talk sports. And there's so much to talk about.From Bob Iger's second swan song getting off to an incredible start with the Lakers purchase, to the potential impact of private credit on how teams are run, to Mark Walter's allegedly shady financials helping the Dodgers win two World Series in a row.It's a sports world, and we're just living in it.Join us!

Anthony Gallo analyzes the Yankees' recent dominance over the Red Sox and argues why they are the primary World Series contender in a weak American League. He and DJ Hoff also discuss the Mets' pitching struggles and evaluate David Stearns' roster management. 01:35 - Yankees Dominance Over Boston 07:24 - American League Playoff Field 09:15 - Mets Pitching Rotation Struggles 15:30 - Cubs World Series Hopes 21:43 - Aaron Judge Return Update

"You're not a cooler baseball player, and then you sprinkle some Jesus dust around the clubhouse." Yan Gomes spent 13 seasons behind the plate in the big leagues, and he's got a blunt take on how identity actually works — and how most guys get it backwards.Yan made history in 2012 as the first Brazilian-born player ever to reach Major League Baseball. He caught Game 7 of the 2016 World Series for Cleveland, won a ring with Washington in 2019, and finished his career with the Cubs. This past February, he went back to Brazil to coach their World Baseball Classic team — the first time he's ever put the coaching hat on.But the heart of this one is what happens after. Yan and Chris both know the strange math of retiring young from a pro sport, and they get honest about it: the bubble you live in as a player, the people you never got to meet, and why Yan's word for this season of life is simply "available."He also gets into the comparison trap that eats up Christian athletes, why his father-in-law — All-Star pitcher Atlee Hammaker — told him to stop worrying about pressure and start breathing it in, and the three verses he's built his life around: one for faith, one for family, one for friends.Plus: Chris finally gets to hear what the UT locker room said about him, and Yan admits the Gomes family dinner table is not always a picture of Christlike serenity.As always, we thank our title sponsor https://onecountry.com for making this podcast possible — catch every episode on the OneCountry app — and https://konexial.com for their continued support of the show.COACH ME UP TEAMhttps://onecountry.comhttps://konexial.comFollow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/CoachJimmyDykeshttps://twitter.com/ChrisBurke02•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Hosted by Jimmy Dykes and Chris BurkeProduced by Jared Mark Fincher — https://jaredmarkfincher.comAll audio is subject to copyright 2026 Jimmy Dykes Inc.Contact us at coachmeuppodcast@gmail.com

Episode 358 features fascinating conversations with acclaimed barbecue writer and Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn and former Major League Baseball pitcher Doug Sisk, whose nine-year MLB career included a memorable run with the New York Mets and much more. Daniel Vaughn is one of the most influential voices in American barbecue and the longtime Barbecue Editor for Texas Monthly. In 2013, Daniel became the first full-time barbecue editor at a major American magazine, a position he continues to hold today. Vaughn first made his mark with his barbecue blog, Full Custom Gospel BBQ, where he documented his travels throughout Texas in search of great smoked meat. His work eventually led to his acclaimed book, The Prophets of Smoked Meat: A Journey Through Texas Barbecue. As Texas Monthly's Barbecue Editor, Vaughn has traveled thousands of miles eating, reviewing and documenting barbecue across Texas and beyond. He oversees the magazine's legendary Top 50 Barbecue Joints in Texas list, one of the most influential rankings in the barbecue world.  In 2026 he was named number one on Underseasoned BBQ's list of the 150 Most Influential People in BBQ, further recognizing the enormous impact he has had on the way barbecue is judged, discussed and celebrated. On this episode we talk with Daniel Vaughn about his journey from architect and barbecue blogger to one of the most respected barbecue journalists in the country, his travels in pursuit of great barbecue, and the people and traditions that make American barbecue such a fascinating part of our culture. Doug Sisk is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who spent nine seasons in the big leagues, most notably as a member of the New York Mets' pitching staff during their unforgettable 1986 World Series championship season. A right-handed reliever known for his sinking fastball, Sisk was particularly effective at keeping the ball in the ballpark—he surrendered just 15 home runs in more than 500 innings during his Major League career. A native of Washington state, Doug attended Green River Community College and Washington State University before signing with the Mets as an amateur free agent in 1980. He made his Major League debut with New York in 1982 and went on to pitch for the Mets, Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves. His career totals include a 22-20 record, 3.27 ERA, 33 saves and 523⅓ innings pitched. Doug was an important member of the 1986 Mets, appearing in 41 games during the championship season. He also pitched in the World Series, helping the Mets capture one of the most memorable championships in baseball history. On this episode Doug Sisk takes us back to his playing days, his journey to the Major Leagues, and his experiences with the 1986 New York Mets. He shares stories from inside one of baseball's most legendary clubhouses and reflects on his career, teammates and the unforgettable run to a World Series championship. We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Chef Ray Sheehan's website, https://www.raysheehan.com/ for award-winning saucess, rubs, and cookbooks, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves,  Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ To team up against prostate cancer go to https://fansforthecure.org/ for Fans for the Cure, and to subscribe to Bill Chuck's newsletter, Billy-Ball go to  https://billchuck.substack.com/    We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Follow along as Kevin Clancy (aka KFC Barstool) and Clem (aka The Clem Report) battle through another season with The New York Mets. Will the Mets finally make history with Uncle Stevie (Steve Cohen) at the helm of the franchise? Or did the Wilpons curse the team and ruin all hope of ever winning a World Series? We can't think that way. Uncle Stevie is the bright light in the middle of the dark. We're going to be an amazing (or at the very least respectable) team this team. We Gotta Believe. Subscribe to the youtube here: https://barstool.link/WGB GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. $5+ deposit req. Trade $5 get $150 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $150 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 14 days. Predictions Dollars click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 8/23/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/wegottabelieve

Pheasant hunting gets a whole lot better when you learn how a father-son crew turned South Dakota bird camp into a 30-year tradition, and why the best hunting stories sometimes start with World Series tickets. Brandon Marcourt breaks down the kind of upland and waterfowl setup most hunters only dream about, from wild pheasants and pothole ducks to the dogs, land access, and family rituals that keep the whole thing running. Dan Johnson and Brandon trade stories about getting ready for youth season, the pull of cool August mornings, and what it means to finally have the gear, cameras, bow, and stands ready to go. But the real hook is Brandon's story about his dad and a buddy swapping Minnesota Twins World Series tickets for hunting permission in South Dakota, a deal that led to years of pheasant hunts, new land access, and a hunting tradition that has lasted decades. You'll discover: How Brandon's crew built a reliable pheasant and waterfowl routine across multiple South Dakota trips each year Why hard winters, iced-over grass, and a bad hatch can make or break pheasant numbers What it takes to train a Labrador to hunt both pheasants and ducks, and why a fully trained bird dog is worth the investment How experienced dogs like Finn learn to read birds, scent, and wind with less input over time Why Brandon believes the best hunting memories now come from watching his kids and dogs work birds together Brandon also shares what it costs to buy and train a real hunting dog, how he handles different commands in the field, and why pheasant hunting offers a completely different kind of challenge than deer hunting. If you've ever wondered what makes bird camp addictive, how family hunting traditions get built, or why upland hunting becomes more appealing as the years go by, this one will hit home. Perfect for deer hunters, bird hunters, dog lovers, and anyone who misses that first fall chill and feels the season calling. If you love hearing how hunting traditions get passed down and why the dog is often the heart of the hunt, hit play. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2x All-Star and World Series champion Austin Riley joins Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss the Atlanta Braves' success, playing with Ronald Acuña Jr. and Chris Sale, and an awesome Freddie Freeman story. Riley and Betts also revisit the Braves' 2021 World Series run and the Braves-Dodgers 2020 NLCS before trying the famous Magic City lemon pepper wings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Atlanta Braves completed a sweep of the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at Truist Park on Thursday night. The game featured a matchup between Chris Sale and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and while the latter threw a great game, it was the 2024 NL Cy Young Award winner who stood out with a complete-game shutout. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about what was a career-defining outing from Chris Sale against the Dodgers, one that felt very much like a throwback performance from starting pitchers of old. They discuss the excitement of hopefully getting to see Sale pitch in the postseason again after he was injured during the Braves' last playoff run and whether he can possibly add another Cy Young to his trophy case. Jake and Jordan also talk about Tarik Skubal returning to Detroit this weekend to face his old club, Shohei Ohtani eyeing a return to the mound on Sunday and why the Dodgers losing Roki Sasaki to the IL comes with unfortunate timing. The guys then welcome Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers to discuss his incredible turnaround this season, playing behind Jacob Misiorowski and getting Aaron Judge out as a position-player pitcher. They then close the show by making their picks for this week's The Good, The Bad and The Uggla. 1:41 - The Opener: Chris Sale's complete-game shutout 16:59 - Could the Braves and Dodgers meet in October? 24:09 - Skubal, Ohtani and Roki updates 33:36 - Jake Bauers joins the show 49:29 - Playing with Jacob Misiorowski 58:40 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Carl and Mike open the show with Braves talk as they react to Chris Sale's performance in their win over the Dodgers and agree that despite having doubt about the moves made by Alex Anthopoulos, some of the performances of other players in addition to Sale as well as sweeping the Dodgers, they believe "this is a World Series team".

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast after the latest Players Championship double header.  The boys kick off the show with a look back at this week's ProTour action in Leicester, and discuss whether the world number one Luke Littler will qualify for the Players Championship Finals, and also pick out the players who caught their eye over the last few days. The JDC founder and chairman Steve Brown (22:42) joins the show to talk all things JDC. Steve chats about the new JDC World Darts Series announcement and the partnership with US Junior Darts and the CDC to grow junior darts in North America, as well as reflect on the last few years and how the 'Luke Littler Effect' has 'turbo-charged' the JDC's growth. Steve also talks about the opening of Hangar 61 earlier this year, his son Ashton's emergence as a player and much more. Alex and Burton continue their recap of the latest darts action with a look back at the last two weekends of World Series events Down Under, which saw Jonny Clayton and James Wade claim the titles and Australia's own Brody Klinge enjoy a breakthrough run to the final in his home event. The newly crowned Red Dragon Champion of Champions winner Connor Hopkins (55:39) also calls in to reflect on his memorable victory in Cardiff on Saturday. Connor talks through his win at the weekend, battling through a field of 250-odd players to win the title and join a roll of honour that includes Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton and Ryan Searle. Connor also discusses his darts career so far, beating the likes of Luke Littler and Henry Coates on the JDC Advanced Tour, his goals for the rest of 2026 and much more. The boys wrap up the show by discussing the Ally Pally race on the PDC Women's Series with just one weekend of events left of the season to go, and which players could potentially join Beau Greaves, Lisa Ashton and Fallon Sherrock in qualifying for the biggest tournament in darts this December. *** Get your own Alex Moss replica shirt (as worn by our co-host at the Las Vegas Open 2026) from DJD here! A % of the profits will be donated to The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis

Adnan Virk is along for his latest appearance on the Pitch Clock to discuss the wild playoff race in the American League. Does anybody want that final Wild Card spot? Does anybody actually want to win the AL West? Which team has the best chance of winning the World Series from the AL? In this week's game, Jeremy and Chris put together their best power/speed combo teams and Jeremy makes a legendary flub that will go down in Pitch Clock history.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Cashman's trade deadline is looking better offensively, but the Yankees' bullpen could become the decision that defines their postseason. Luis Garcia Jr. has been a massive addition, Austin Wells is finally producing like a functioning major league catcher, and the lineup is clicking. But Fernando Cruz's devastating injury exposes the risk of Cashman failing to add a reliever, leaving major questions about how the Yankees will get the final nine outs in October. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts as they debate whether Eugenio Suarez should be added off waivers, George Lombard Jr.'s alarming error streak, and whether Anthony Volpe could actually become part of the conversation again. Plus, Mike Breen tells an incredible story about celebrating the Mets' famous 1986 World Series comeback from inside the Red Sox radio booth.

Mike Breen reveals an incredible story from Game 6 of the 1986 World Series, admitting he celebrated the Mets' legendary comeback while standing inside the Red Sox radio booth. Evan and Shaun react to Breen's confession and debate how New York fans handle championships, droughts, and decades of bragging rights. Plus, Evan explains exactly how unbearable he would become if the Jets ever won a Super Bowl.

The Los Angeles Times sports columnist Bill Shaikin unravels the story of Mark Walter, the billionaire who turned the Dodgers into champions and flipped the Lakers for $2.5 billion barely a year after buying them. Now his insurance-fueled sports empire faces federal scrutiny. What happens when franchises become financial instruments?  

Tonight Tom gets a visit from BLACK LIPS' Cole Alexander! Cole shares an update about the Black Lips' upcoming tour, gets a pep talk from Tom, and discusses the band's career! Callers weigh in on the topic: Who Sucks?! A short, sweet, to the point topic, but yet one that yields many surprising tangents, including Joel weighing in on pop culture figures, Tom discussing whether or not a piano player can still be cool, and Mike keeping a close eye on the Bayonne Little League team's World Series game! Plus, Tom announces the availability of the Best Show Tour Movie for Patreon supporters on the Premium Tier (25$)!SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES!https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShowWATCH THE BEST SHOW LIVE EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6PM PT ON TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/bestshow4lifeFOLLOW THE BEST SHOW:https://twitter.com/bestshow4lifehttps://instagram.com/bestshow4lifehttps://tiktok.com/@bestshow4lifehttps://www.youtube.com/bestshow4lifeTHE BEST SHOW IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttps://thebestshow.nethttps://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/the-best-showHEARD IT ON THE BEST SHOW PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XIpICdeecaBIC2kBLUpKL?si=07ccc339d9d84267See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rich weighs in on the SEC voting to ban former professional players from returning to play college sports in the conference. NBC Sports' Bob Costas and Rich discuss the chaotic state of college sports in the NIL era, what Tarik Skubal will mean for the Dodgers' (and Brewers') playoffs outlook, how he would change the baseball's postseason, if Shohei Ohtani or Pete Crow-Armstrong will win the NL MVP Award, the Yankees' chance to reach the World Series, and the reasons behind a possible MLB work stoppage that interrupts the 2027 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Follow along as Kevin Clancy (aka KFC Barstool) and Clem (aka The Clem Report) battle through another season with The New York Mets. Will the Mets finally make history with Uncle Stevie (Steve Cohen) at the helm of the franchise? Or did the Wilpons curse the team and ruin all hope of ever winning a World Series? We can't think that way. Uncle Stevie is the bright light in the middle of the dark. We're going to be an amazing (or at the very least respectable) team this team. We Gotta Believe. Subscribe to the youtube here: https://barstool.link/WGB GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. $5+ deposit req. Trade $5 get $150 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $150 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 14 days. Predictions Dollars click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 8/23/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/wegottabelieve