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Matt and Trav discuss the latest updates on Zach Wheeler's health, compare the anime shows Gachiakuta and Tougen Anki, and delve into the cultural implications of dubbing versus subbing. They explore character dynamics, rivalries, and the importance of magic and lore in Gachiakuta, while also touching on character arcs and emotional growth in Tougen Anki. Follow our socials by clicking through the ALL POWERFUL LINKTREE OF MIGHT: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thebrothaship⁠ Listen to us on Apple Podcasts ⁠here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brothaship/id1645000686 ⁠Listen to us on Spotify Here: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0WTmVFsC3z7sdl0UEZiP2X?si=PZJVuRa7QuasiAupkAo3hA&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=0fb09c5746294757⁠ Check out our Musical contributors AOX by following their linktree:⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/aoxmusic⁠

The Philadelphia Phillies have lost their ace pitcher Zach Wheeler due to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is another injury that impacts pitchers. What exactly is TOS and how does it affect a player?    Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL.

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Wednesday. The latest Dream Preview baseball breakdown opened with Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner reviewing tough recent beats before diving into Thursday's slate of Major League Baseball action. Early frustrations centered on bullpen management, where questionable decisions cost winning tickets. Griffin highlighted Bruce Bochy's choices with the Rangers, while Munaf recapped Jeff Hoffman's collapse for Toronto. Both acknowledged the natural ebb and flow of a long season but emphasized how frustrating late-game implosions can be when handicapping results were correct until the ninth inning. Attention then shifted to Thursday's card. The first matchup was Boston at Baltimore. Garrett Crochet's dominance, particularly on the road, was contrasted with Cade Povich's struggles at Camden Yards. With Boston in the playoff chase and Baltimore fading, the Red Sox were positioned as strong run-line value. From there the crew evaluated Arizona against Milwaukee, with concerns about the Brewers' bullpen health and Jose Quintana's crafty veteran presence. Both leaned toward expecting runs given Milwaukee's offensive consistency at home. Houston hosting Colorado drew skepticism about laying a steep moneyline price on the Astros when their offense has sputtered. Kyle Freeland's road history pointed to unders, though the panel admitted Houston needed wins to stay in the AL West race. Pittsburgh at St. Louis prompted a lean toward the under, with Miles Mikolas much stronger at home and Braxton Ashcraft offering upside. The Cubs and Giants series was pegged as a pitcher's duel between Shota Imanaga and Logan Webb, with a likely under in a low-scoring Oracle Park day game. Atlanta at Philadelphia carried the most intrigue. Cal Quantrill's move to the Braves and Aaron Nola's inconsistency created an opening for offense. Both analysts saw double-digit potential and pointed to recent totals easily exceeding posted numbers. The Phillies' injury issues, especially losing Zach Wheeler, added to the uncertainty but suggested their bullpen would be heavily tested. The evening spotlight was Yankees versus White Sox. Will Warren's inexperience and Davis Martin's limited ceiling pointed to offense in Chicago. With both defenses prone to errors and suspect bullpens, the over nine was recommended, while the White Sox as home underdogs were noted as live if their bats clicked. The missing line revealed Mets versus Marlins, with Clay Holmes favored to control the matchup but bullpen risks keeping the over attractive. Best bets were locked in at the end. Griffin chose Yankees–White Sox over nine, citing unreliable pitching and defense. Munaf went with Boston -1.5 behind Crochet's stellar road form against a struggling Povich. They closed with reminders about Pregame promotions, including a college football contest and Griffin's discounted 30-day package. Overall the podcast combined raw reactions to recent heartbreakers with sharp handicapping of Thursday's board. The hosts stressed the importance of finding value across moneylines, run lines, and totals while acknowledging baseball's volatility. Their insight showed how bullpen management, pitcher splits, and situational motivation shape betting strategy. For bettors tracking MLB daily, this episode offered guidance across multiple matchups and reinforced why patience, discipline, and line shopping remain essential for long-term profit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Round one goes to the Mets, clobbering the Phillies in Monday's opener of a crucial three-game series between the two clubs vying for first in the National League East. On Episode 1003 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and SABR's Liz Roscher chat about a brutal night at Citi Field, the Phils' own personal House of Horrors over the last three seasons. The offense blew scoring chances early, Cristopher Sanchez couldn't hold a lead, the defense was brutal, and yes, Jordan Romano entered the festivities. What does it mean for the rest of the week? How vital is at least one win from the Mets by Wednesday? Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Initial Reactions 02:43 - Game Overview and Key Moments 05:42 - Phillies' Performance and Missed Opportunities 08:44 - Historical Struggles at Citi Field 11:30 - Emotional Impact of Rivalry Games 14:41 - Pitching Decisions and Game Management 17:40 - Conclusion and Future Outlook 24:52 - Game Analysis and Player Performance 27:36 - Struggles Against Rival Bullpens 30:09 - Frustrations of Phillies Fans 35:18 - Bryce Harper's Rivalry Pack 43:11 - Karma and Performance Metrics 46:27 - The Impact of Zach Wheeler's Injury 48:45 - Rallying for Wheeler 52:05 - The Depth of the Phillies' Rotation 55:24 - Final Thoughts on the Season

We are celebrating our 200th podcast episode in true Philly style with three legends who define the city's sports spirit. Larry Bowa, Angelo Cataldi, and Charlie Manuel join us for a special roundtable on the Phillies, Eagles, and the passion that makes Philadelphia unlike any other sports town. From clubhouse stories to fan culture to the road ahead for Philly's teams, this milestone episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart. It is the perfect way to mark 200 shows and a must-listen for every Philly fan. http://speakingofsportspod.com/https://twitter.com/Speak_of_Sportshttps://www.facebook.com/SpeakingofSportsPodhttps://www.instagram.com/speaking_of_sports/https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingofsports

On this week's episode, we discuss twenty-one year old top-prospect Samuel Basallo's eight-year, $67 million extension with the Orioles, signed one-week into his big-league career. From there, we discuss Zach Wheeler's season-ending thoracic outlet decompression surgery, and what it means for his career, and the Phillies World Series hopes. To wrap up, we discuss the new Reliever of the Year Award, ESPN and MLB deciding to remain in business through MLB.TV's sale, and make a team comprised entirely of left-handed throwers.

Send us a textSure we talked about #Yankees 9 home runs in one game last week - that's the 2nd time it's happened this season which is a first!  #Phillies Zach Wheeler has surgery and is out for the season - awful.  #Brewers #Cubs #Dodgers #Padres are all good teams and will be tough in the playoffs. #Tigers Tarik Skubal and #RedSox Garret Crochet are pitching horses which is more special than ever. #Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk steals his first base ever after 2,000+ games!  #Rangers continue to disappoint. #Orioles sign another catcher to an 8 year deal after one week in #MLB. Huh? What happened to Adley Rutschman? Our stat of the week is good ole fashioned batting average.  #NationalLeague has had batting champions for 150 years, the #AmericanLeague for 125 years. Do we really want to pull away from that long and amazing history? Batting average may not be the be-all and end-all offensive stat but we think it's still important. Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music!  Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com.  You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel.  And please tell your friends!SummaryThe conversation delves into various aspects of baseball, including the impact of injuries on team performance, potential realignment and expansion in the league, changes in broadcasting and fan experience, the contrasting situations of the Yankees and Mets, the evaluation of young talent, and the evolving significance of batting average in modern baseball.TakeawaysInjuries can significantly alter the competitive landscape of the season.Realignment and expansion are on the horizon for Major League Baseball.Broadcasting changes are complicating the fan experience.The Yankees and Mets are facing different challenges this season.Evaluating young talent is crucial for team success.Batting average is becoming less significant in evaluating player performance.Teams are looking for ways to maximize their playoff chances.The importance of pitching depth is highlighted in team strategies.Fan engagement is affected by the complexity of game broadcasts.Historical context of batting titles remains relevant in discussions. TitlesInjury Impact and Season OutlookRealignment and Expansion in BaseballSound bites"We don't want to share insights too early.""It's going to be hard enough now.""You could sit the guy right now."Chapters00:00 Injury Impacts and Season Outlook01:39 Realignment and Expansion in Major League Baseball04:59 Broadcasting Changes and Fan Experience08:48 Yankees and Mets: A Tale of Two Teams11:53 Pitching Challenges Across the League14:39 Evaluating Young Talent and Future Prospects18:50 The Evolution of Batting Average in Baseballwww.almostcooperstown.com

College Football is back, the MLB races for the wild card spots get tighter, and Zach Wheeler injury update has been released! Tune in !

We rank the Sixers by how much trade value they have, talk about the Phillies future without Zach Wheeler and potential MLB re-alignment, answer a listener question about selling high on Jared McCain, and project VJ Edgecombe's rookie stats. Also, Spike shows Mike how to use a can opener both ways. Sign up for the Ricky Bark In The Park team here: https://www.rightstorickysanchez.com/p/barkThe Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings Sportsbook.LL Pavorsky Jewelers is where Rights To Ricky Sanchez listeners go and get engaagedAnthony Degli Obizzi is the official Financial Planner of The Ricky, text RICKY to 484-471-4873 to set up a conversationSurfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The RickyGambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Fees may apply in IL. Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot CO slash AUDIO.

Manfred's proposed new MLB divisions, including Nashville and Portland teams, were discussed. Jerry reported a Little League player called Juan Soto "overrated," and Zach Wheeler had blood clot surgery. Josh Hart tried breast milk ice cream. The Bengals looked good in pre-season against the Commanders. Chris Russo misidentified "Melania" Trump. Gio challenged Boomer on real headlines and watched "The Biggest Loser" docuseries.

Jerry starts with baseball highlights, including a fan interference call that took away a Padres HR. Zach Wheeler had surgery to remove a blood clot.

Hour 1 Boomer & Gio met Zach Wilson's father-in-law at a golf tournament. They discussed Wilson's past issues, comparing him to Jaxson Dart, and the Giants' quarterback expectations with Russell Wilson and Dart. Jerry provided baseball highlights, including a Padres HR lost to fan interference and Zach Wheeler's blood clot surgery. They ended the hour discussing the golf tournament encounter and a Mets game invitation. Hour 2 Boomer's claim that the US Open is the most profitable and attended sporting event, surpassing the Super Bowl, is debated. A caller questions if Boomer is paid to say 'mixed doubles'. Jerry's update covers Zach Wheeler's blood clot surgery, John Kruk's clock inventor query, Jayden Daniels' uncontested TD run against the Bengals, and Joe Flacco being named Browns' starting QB. Boomer also speculates on Jaxson Dart's future nickname. Hour 3 Rob Manfred's proposed new MLB division alignment, including teams in Nashville and Portland, was discussed and disliked. Jerry's update covered a Little League player calling Juan Soto "overrated" and Zach Wheeler's blood clot surgery. Josh Hart tried a breast milk ice cream shop. The Bengals showed mid-season form by beating the Commanders in pre-season. Chris Russo misidentified the first lady as "Melanie" Trump. The hour concluded with Gio testing Boomer on real headlines and watching The Biggest Loser docuseries. Hour 4 Boomer jokes about wanting Hurricane Erin to hit, while Gio discusses his Block Island vacation and brain freezes. Jerry reports on the Bengals' win over the Commanders, a foul-smelling bathroom, and a Jerry Jones documentary. The Moment of the Day features Josh Hart at a breast milk ice cream shop. The show concludes with a discussion on older NFL coaches.

Boomer & Gio golfed in NJ, met Zach Wilson's father-in-law, and discussed Wilson's past issues, comparing him to Jaxson Dart. They also talked Giants' QB expectations for Russell Wilson and Dart. Jerry's update included baseball highlights, a Padres HR interference call, and Zach Wheeler's blood clot surgery. The hour concluded with more about meeting Zach Wilson's father-in-law, who invited them to a Mets game.

Boomer's claim that the US Open is America's most profitable and attended sporting event, surpassing even the Super Bowl, is debated. A caller questions if Boomer is paid to say 'mixed doubles.' Jerry's update covers Zach Wheeler's blood clot surgery, John Kruk's clock invention query, Jayden Daniels' untouched TD run against the Bengals, and Joe Flacco being named the Browns' starting QB. The hour concludes with Boomer pondering Jaxson Dart's future nickname.

JR recaps the day in sports. | Cam Ward gets into a scuffle with Jeffrey Simmons at Titans training camp.| Victor Robles throws a bat at a pitcher and Zach Wheeler is out after he had a blood clot removed. | This Day in Sports History. |

Thank you for checking out this episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brad flies solo and goes through MLB news that includes Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles throwing his bat at the pitcher during a rehab game, some possible discontent in the Arizona Diamondbacks' clubhouse, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zach Wheeler has surgery for a blood clot, and some bounce back series wins for teams that need it. Enjoy!Use code "BTPOD" at checkout for 10% off Chinook Seedery: https://bit.ly/3Act6Fg  Use code “BASEBALL2GETHER” at checkout for 5% off Seed Sack: http://bit.ly/3KNBM9L Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out the links below to follow us on social media, submit to the mailbag, leave a voicemail, and support the show with our affiliates. Baseball Together only partners with companies we believe in.Get exclusive Baseball Together content on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3JDXV6W Watch More of the Podcast: http://bit.ly/37FNkqi Join the Facebook Group: http://bit.ly/2QzPmQM Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/31IYoSl Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QES6gn Do you have a question for Brig and Brad? Submit a question to the mailbag or leave a voicemail and they'll give you a shoutout on the show!Submit to Our Mailbag: baseballtogetherpod@gmail.com  Leave Us a Voicemail: https://bit.ly/3iFXL1ZSupport the people who support us! Follow the link below to learn more about how you can support the podcast through our affiliate partners. Baseball Together only partners with companies we believe in.Use code “BASEBALL2GETHER” at checkout for 5% off Seed Sack: http://bit.ly/3KNBM9LShop Fanatics and get your gear for the season: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/9WmE4E Get a FREE month of Audible: www.audibletrial.com/9WYV3Y Use code “BASEBALLTOGETHER” to save $20 on your first order with SeatGeek: https://seatgeek.com/ Links to our favorite companies are affiliate links, which means we'll get a part of each sale. It's an easy way for you to support the show while getting new stuff!

(0:00-10:18) Phillies Win! Why are some Phillies fans overly positive when things are bad and/or overly negative when things are good? (10:18-16:52) Are Philly fans mentality based on each generation? (16:52-26:14) Zach Wheeler update & how will fans perceive Jose Alvarado returning to the Phillies? (26:14-34:36) Positivity vs negativity in fandom (34:36-48:07) If Howie Roseman got a do-over for this offseason what should he change? (48:07-56:02) Did one person lose the cornerback position already? (56:02-1:06:19) Andrew, John & Connor share their top five concerns with the Eagles (1:06:19-1:14:11) Connor throws the challenge flag on John (1:14:11-1:27:04) The guys check in on the Twitter poll on the fanbases mindset on Alvarado returning to the Phillies (1:27:04-1:34:30) Today’s Headlines with Connor Thomas (1:34:40-1:45:49) The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane joins the show (1:45:49-1:52:50) Trey Hendrickson saga continues, could it be a problem if he’s traded within the NFC (1:52:50-2:05:13) MLB Network’s Gregg Caserta joins the show on the state of the Phillies (2:05:13-2:13:33) NBA & NBAPA want to limit the amount of money on certain prop bets (2:13:33-2:22:43) Andrew & John’s MLB realignment (2:22:43-2:37:59) Kevin Patullo speaks to the media from the NovaCare Complex

(0:00-10:18) Phillies Win! Why are some Phillies fans overly positive when things are bad and/or overly negative when things are good? (10:18-16:52) Are Philly fans mentality based on each generation? (16:52-26:14) Zach Wheeler update & how will fans perceive Jose Alvarado returning to the Phillies? (26:14-34:36) Positivity vs negativity in fandom

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(00:00-11:22) Eagles preseason game was yesterday and not much happened except for the plays by Andrew Mukuba. (11:22-20:35) Do the Phillies have hope left? (20:35-37:28) Todd Zolecki from MLB dot com joins the show to talk about the Zach Wheeler injury and what’s going to happen with the pitcher rotation. (37:28-44:14) Even when recovered, will Wheeler pitch the way he was before this injury?

(00:00-10:18) The show opens today by talking about the Phillies Games in DC this past weekend. Nola’s performance, Wheeler injured, Bohm’s return. (10:18-18:24) Aaron Nola’s return and how he gave up 6 runs in the third inning. Alec Bohm returned with a 3-run hit. (18:24-26:24) What does a post-season rotation look like for the Phillies? Do you think Zach Wheeler will return by the post-season? (26:24-34:25) Predictions on the lineup for tonight’s game and the Eagles make a trade for John Metchie- what does it mean?

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Friday. Munaf Manji opens by previewing the weekend MLB slate, noting tightening division races and their current 6-0 best bet streak, aiming to match last year's 10-0 run. Griffin Warner jokes about his long commute before they dive into Friday's matchups. They start with the Cubs hosting the Pirates, Braxton Ashcraft versus Colin Rea, Cubs -196, total 9. Griffin cites Pittsburgh's weak road offense and bullpen reliance, favoring Chicago, possibly the under if the wind is in. Munaf highlights Chicago's strong record after losses, with Rea solid at home, backing Cubs -1.5 at -105. For Phillies at Nationals, Zach Wheeler faces MacKenzie Gore, PHI -175, total 8. Griffin notes Wheeler's home run troubles but likes the over; Munaf recalls Gore's two earlier meetings with Philadelphia and prefers PHI -1.5. In Texas at Toronto, Jacob deGrom meets Chris Bassitt, TOR +101, total 7.5. Griffin declares the Rangers' season “cooked” and picks Toronto, telling an “inside the pork” joke. Munaf cites Bassitt's dominant home record and leans Blue Jays and under. Miami at Boston sees Sandy Alcantara against Lucas Giolito, BOS -163, total 9. Griffin doubts Alcantara's form and leans over; Munaf notes his road over trend and favors BOS team total and full game over. Atlanta at Cleveland has Hurston Waldrep against Joey Cantillo, CLE -120, total 9. Griffin cites ATL injuries and poor road form, liking Cleveland; Munaf notes Atlanta's 23-38 road record and backs CLE. Seattle at New York Mets features Luis Castillo versus Sean Manaea, NYM -111, total 8.5. Griffin distrusts the Mets' bullpen, leaning Seattle; Munaf notes Mariners' road success in Castillo starts but with some caution. Baltimore at Houston matches Brandon Young against Framber Valdez, HOU -243, total 8. Griffin doubts Young's MLB quality; Munaf cites HOU's 8-3 home record with Valdez, backing -1.5. Chicago White Sox at Kansas City pits Aaron Civale against Noah Cameron, KC -180, total 9. Griffin dislikes KC as a home favorite but doubts CWS; Munaf sees value on CWS. Yankees at Cardinals has Luis Gil versus Andre Pallante, NYY -126, total 9. Griffin says STL sold key pieces; Munaf sees Gil in form and likes NYY. Arizona at Colorado, Brandon Pfaadt against Tanner Gordon, ARI -180, total 12. Griffin calls Pfaadt unpredictable, leaning over; Munaf notes Coors Field overs profitable, siding with over and slight COL lean. Angels at A's has Yusei Kikuchi versus Jack Perkins, near-even odds, total 10. Griffin favors whichever is underdog; Munaf leans under due to Kikuchi's poor road record. Tampa Bay at San Francisco pits Joel Boyle against Landen Roupp, SF -122, total 8. Griffin notes SF's poor offense and Boyle's HR issues, liking TB plus money; Munaf favors SF for Roupp's form. For best bets, Griffin takes Guardians -120 over Braves, citing motivation disparity, while Munaf picks Cubs -1.5 against Pirates based on their strong post-loss performance and Rea's reliability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tek & Prem welcome Bob Vetrone Jr. of Boop Stats on the VetLine to talk Birds and Phils. He also gives us some Veterans Stadium History and great memories. The Eagles start the regular season in just 3 weeks against the Cowboys at home, as the campaign to repeat as Super Bowl Champions commences. With Preseason Game #2 approaching versus Cleveland, the questions mostly surround the composition and effectiveness of the secondary. The backup QB McKee was spectacular in the first Preseason Game. Possibly the team's only true weakness, someone will either have to emerge as the "guy" in the secondary, or Howie may have to make another move to solidify it. The Phillies lead the NL East by 5 games as we enter the latter half of August. The freefalling Mets cannot stay on track and are losers of 9 of 10. The outfield shuffle is of great debate, but one thing is certain, Jhoan Duran is the real deal. Segments include: VetPhact, VetLine. Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Friday. Munaf Manji opens by previewing the weekend MLB slate, noting tightening division races and their current 6-0 best bet streak, aiming to match last year's 10-0 run. Griffin Warner jokes about his long commute before they dive into Friday's matchups. They start with the Cubs hosting the Pirates, Braxton Ashcraft versus Colin Rea, Cubs -196, total 9. Griffin cites Pittsburgh's weak road offense and bullpen reliance, favoring Chicago, possibly the under if the wind is in. Munaf highlights Chicago's strong record after losses, with Rea solid at home, backing Cubs -1.5 at -105. For Phillies at Nationals, Zach Wheeler faces MacKenzie Gore, PHI -175, total 8. Griffin notes Wheeler's home run troubles but likes the over; Munaf recalls Gore's two earlier meetings with Philadelphia and prefers PHI -1.5. In Texas at Toronto, Jacob deGrom meets Chris Bassitt, TOR +101, total 7.5. Griffin declares the Rangers' season “cooked” and picks Toronto, telling an “inside the pork” joke. Munaf cites Bassitt's dominant home record and leans Blue Jays and under. Miami at Boston sees Sandy Alcantara against Lucas Giolito, BOS -163, total 9. Griffin doubts Alcantara's form and leans over; Munaf notes his road over trend and favors BOS team total and full game over. Atlanta at Cleveland has Hurston Waldrep against Joey Cantillo, CLE -120, total 9. Griffin cites ATL injuries and poor road form, liking Cleveland; Munaf notes Atlanta's 23-38 road record and backs CLE. Seattle at New York Mets features Luis Castillo versus Sean Manaea, NYM -111, total 8.5. Griffin distrusts the Mets' bullpen, leaning Seattle; Munaf notes Mariners' road success in Castillo starts but with some caution. Baltimore at Houston matches Brandon Young against Framber Valdez, HOU -243, total 8. Griffin doubts Young's MLB quality; Munaf cites HOU's 8-3 home record with Valdez, backing -1.5. Chicago White Sox at Kansas City pits Aaron Civale against Noah Cameron, KC -180, total 9. Griffin dislikes KC as a home favorite but doubts CWS; Munaf sees value on CWS. Yankees at Cardinals has Luis Gil versus Andre Pallante, NYY -126, total 9. Griffin says STL sold key pieces; Munaf sees Gil in form and likes NYY. Arizona at Colorado, Brandon Pfaadt against Tanner Gordon, ARI -180, total 12. Griffin calls Pfaadt unpredictable, leaning over; Munaf notes Coors Field overs profitable, siding with over and slight COL lean. Angels at A's has Yusei Kikuchi versus Jack Perkins, near-even odds, total 10. Griffin favors whichever is underdog; Munaf leans under due to Kikuchi's poor road record. Tampa Bay at San Francisco pits Joel Boyle against Landen Roupp, SF -122, total 8. Griffin notes SF's poor offense and Boyle's HR issues, liking TB plus money; Munaf favors SF for Roupp's form. For best bets, Griffin takes Guardians -120 over Braves, citing motivation disparity, while Munaf picks Cubs -1.5 against Pirates based on their strong post-loss performance and Rea's reliability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Super Bowl Champions are back to work. Tek & Prem discuss Training Camp beginning and the are multiple storylines developing, including the secondary. Cooper DeJean is being placed all over the field as Fangio and his staff evaluate the right players across the defensive backfield positions and packages. Jalen Hurts and the team leaders are focused on what's ahead, not Super Bowl LIX. The season is less than 6 weeks away and preseason football is around the corner. A march to a repeat commences very soon. The MLB trade deadline approaches as the Phillies start a 3-game set in the Bronx against the AL Wild-Card leading Yankees. A Yankees team every bit as inconsistent as the Phils have been since June 1. Taking 2 of 3 on the heels of taking 2 of 3 from the Red Sox is key to maintaining their continual NL East leap-frog with the Mets. Trading for a true star closer is all that separates this team from a World Series in 2025, and possinly one more bat. The jury is out. Segments include: VetPhact, Prem's MLB Picks.Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich continue the MLB Award Markets conversation, focusing on the Cy-Young markets and who has the edge between Zach Wheeler and Paul Skenes. Plus, the beginning of our ACC Football Preview and why a handful of teams schedules are much hard then you'd think. 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

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich continue the MLB Award Markets conversation, focusing on the Cy-Young markets and who has the edge between Zach Wheeler and Paul Skenes. Plus, the beginning of our ACC Football Preview and why a handful of teams schedules are much hard then you'd think. 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

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg look at the standings and stats around baseball here at the All Star Break with BEST BETS for the remainder of the season. At the 2025 MLB All-Star break, the Inside Pitch podcast with Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers delivers a sharp, numbers-driven midseason analysis. They highlight which teams are outperforming or underperforming expectations based on actual wins versus Pythagorean projections. The Toronto Blue Jays lead the AL East with a 55–41 record but are five wins ahead of their expected total, signaling potential regression. The Yankees are six games below their expected record, indicating possible value in the second half. Injuries and returning players also dominate discussion—Luis Garcia and Christian Javier returning to the Astros' rotation is likened to acquiring top talent at the trade deadline. Luis Gil's rehab performance could also bolster the Yankees. Boston's young squad, led by Garrett Crochet and Roman Anthony, is positioned to make a late push if they acquire key pieces like a veteran first baseman or another starter. Win total bets discussed include taking the under on Toronto's 89.5 projection and over on Houston's 92.5 due to an easy remaining schedule. The Brewers emerge as the most profitable team in baseball for bettors, returning over $1,300 if wagered on every game. Milwaukee also boasts a 72% win rate as favorites. Advanced pitching stats suggest strong Cy Young cases for Zach Wheeler and long-shot Christopher Sanchez in the National League, while Crochet and Scooble are nearly even statistically in the AL race. Aaron Judge is unanimously favored to win AL MVP, outpacing competitors like Cal Raleigh in nearly every offensive metric. Shohei Ohtani's recent return to pitching enhances his case for NL MVP. The Phillies are picked to win the NL East, with three pitchers having 10+ quality starts, a key measure of reliability. For the postseason, the Yankees, Astros, and Tigers are favorites in the AL, while the Dodgers and Phillies are expected to meet in the NLCS. The Red Sox and Blue Jays are likely Wild Card teams, though the latter are expected to regress. Arizona is projected to fade down the stretch, likely trading veterans like Suarez, Naylor, and perhaps Gallen, and their under-79.5 win total is recommended. Despite offensive firepower, the Diamondbacks' pitching struggles make them unreliable. Meanwhile, Milwaukee and Chicago are competing in the NL Central, and both are top betting values. Overall, listeners are encouraged to buy into the Yankees, Red Sox, and Astros for the second half, and fade teams like Toronto and Arizona. Josh and Scott also touch on key upcoming matchups, strategic deadline considerations, and award markets—recommending Sanchez for NL Cy Young at 20:1 and Crochet at +240 in the AL. They close by predicting the ALCS will feature the Astros and Yankees, while the NLCS will likely be a showdown between the Dodgers and Phillies, pending injury returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Phils approach the All-Star Break with questions, while maintaining Playoff position, neck and neck with the Mets atop the NL East. Zach Wheeler will be home resting instead of wasting valuable pitches in the meaningless All-Star Game. With an elite starting rotation, trade deadline moves for the team's struggling bullpen will determine the liklihood of a return trip to the World Series. With valuable prospects and trade pieces on the present club, Dombrowski will have options this month. The mystery remaining is how he will decide to move, or not move those pieces, and what value other teams believe they actually possess in a deal. The Sixers are in the midst of the summer league and Edgecombe looks like a player. Yet again however, the success of this basketball team next season will hinge on the health and availability of their former MVP Embiid as well as star Paul George. As the NFL offseason presses on and Training Camp is around the corner, we discuss Jalen Hurts and the landscape of NFL QB's through Super Bowl history as well as the present state, and look back at SBLIX. Segments include: VetPhact, Prem's MLB Picks.Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

The Phillies clearly have deficiencies, but are still a contender. Connor wants to know where the fane base's belief in Dave Dombrowski. He shares Dombrowski's history when he won the World Series in '97 & '18. Plus which prospects are untouchable. We re-air ESPN's Adam Schefter interview from earlier in the week with Kincade & Salcinaus & Jahan Dotson's interview with Brendan Gunn from Saturday. In addition to ranking NFC teams in tiers & how special Zach Wheeler is for the Phillies

MLB insider Bob Nightengale from USA Today joined the show. Bob believes Ke'Bryan Hayes has interest from the Yankees along with a few other buyers around Major League Baseball. He said to look out for the Tigers and Diamondbacks as well. Bob said it may be smarter to hold onto Hayes in the offseason. Bob said there is ‘too much smoke' around Mitch Keller and he expects him to be on the move with teams like Blue Jays, Yankees and Mets atop the list. Bob said it's a shame that Paul Skenes has a losing record and wondered if he can be the first Cy Young winner to pull it off. Bob added that he thinks Zach Wheeler deserves to be the front-runner in the NL Cy Young vote and should be the starter in the All Star Game.

Noah Hiles made some waves yesterday with his mailbag answer about Paul Skenes. He made even more last night on-air when he told Donny that Skenes' best contribution to the Pirates would be the return they get for him in a trade. There also may be a report out there that Ben Cherington has a deal signed through 2028, which would be horrible. We got more clarification on the Ben Cherington contract situation, but found that Neal Huntington and Clint Hurdle were both let go with 2 years remaining on their deals following the 2019 season. MLB insider Bob Nightengale from USA Today joined the show. Bob believes Ke'Bryan Hayes has interest from the Yankees along with a few other buyers around Major League Baseball. He said to look out for the Tigers and Diamondbacks as well. Bob said it may be smarter to hold onto Hayes in the offseason. Bob said there is ‘too much smoke' around Mitch Keller and he expects him to be on the move with teams like Blue Jays, Yankees and Mets atop the list. Bob said it's a shame that Paul Skenes has a losing record and wondered if he can be the first Cy Young winner to pull it off. Bob added that he thinks Zach Wheeler deserves to be the front-runner in the NL Cy Young vote and should be the starter in the All Star Game.

Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMBASEBALLGo to http://shadyrays.com and use code TALKIN for 35% off polarized sunglasses.Shop SKIMS Mens at https://www.skims.com/talkin #skimspartnerDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMBASEBALL Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.com Coach Trev and Talkin' Jake discuss the Nationals firing Davey Martinez, the Astros dominating the Dodgers, Blue Jays are clicking on all cylinders, is Zach Wheeler a future Hall of Famer and more!0:00 Intro2:45  AL BURN6:50 AL Standings9:40 Pirates / Mariners14:30 Astros / Dodgers19:12 Angels / Blue Jays26:20 Rays / Twins29:20 Guardians / Tigers31:30 Giants / A's32:50 NL Burn36:30 NL Standings39:45 Red Sox / Nationals40:30 Davey Martinez firing54:13 Yankees / Mets59:18 Reds / Phillies1:01:40 Cardinals / Cubs1:04:38 Brewers / Marlins1:05:11 Rangers / Padres1:07:12 Standout Performances1:12:00 Zach Wheeler going into Hall of fame?1:14:50 En Fuego1:19:25 Players who are struggling1:21:30 IL update1:23:45 Awards

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about the latest news in Major League Baseball with a look ahead to Best Bets in the market. The July 7 episode of The Inside Pitch with Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers centered on the midseason shakeups in MLB, notably the firing of Nationals manager Davey Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo. Martinez's quote deflecting blame from coaches—“It's never on coaching”—was harshly criticized by Towers, who emphasized the crucial role of coaching in player development. This led to a broader discussion on leadership accountability and the challenges of managing a young roster with high expectations. The hosts evaluated the Nationals' outlook following the firings. With a 37–53 record and 72 games remaining, Seidenberg questioned the team's ability to reach their 68.5 win total, citing the fifth-toughest remaining schedule and looming trade possibilities. Towers countered that the team has foundational talent like Gore and Wood but agreed the over/under is razor-thin. They discussed interim manager Miguel Cairo and speculated on potential trade departures such as Josh Bell, Jake Irvin, and Mike Soroka, though Skenes and McCutcheon were deemed untouchable. The All-Star roster reveal sparked debates on snubs and systemic bias. Towers pointed out how dominant middle relievers like Drew Pomeranz get overlooked despite elite performance. They applauded the Home Run Derby format and early participants (Acuña, Wood, Cal Raleigh), with Seidenberg already looking to handicap the bracket once the field is announced. Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber have opted out, and the hosts emphasized the edge held by experienced derby hitters. The conversation shifted to awards betting. Joe Espada's odds for AL Manager of the Year dropped from 50:1 to 38:1 after Seidenberg's tip, bolstered by Houston's 55–35 record and 15 players on the IL. Towers praised their 32–14 home record and resilience without stars like Yordan Alvarez. They questioned why AJ Hinch remains a heavy favorite despite similar adversity being handled better in Houston. Pitching excellence featured heavily. Zach Wheeler's near-perfect game—12 Ks, no walks, 108 pitches—was dissected play-by-play. Towers highlighted his sequencing: late fastballs inside followed by slow curves to disrupt timing, calling it a clinic in in-out, soft-hard pitch selection. Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes were also celebrated for dominance and control. Skubal's K/BB ratio and Skenes' consistency paralleled deGrom's early Mets years, where low run support undermined elite outings. The Pirates became the first MLB team to record back-to-back three-game shutout sweeps both for and against—a historic anomaly. This led to a broader debate on whether the Pirates should trade Skenes. Towers warned doing so would cause fan revolt and questioned the club's long-term willingness to build around him. Comparisons were made to past wasted rotations including Cole, Liriano, and Burnett. Power rankings closed the show. Tigers ranked first for Towers, followed by Astros and Dodgers. Seidenberg backed the Astros' form and praised DeGrom's consistency, calling first-five bets with him and Skenes reliable. Strikeout prop strategies were discussed, with Sanchez's seven-game quality start streak singled out. Finally, the hosts previewed the coming All-Star Break special, which will feature full Home Run Derby betting breakdowns, midseason awards, and second-half predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Wheeler pitched a complete game 1-hitter with 12 strikeouts as the Phillies beat the Reds 3-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys talked about the Padres facing Zach Wheeler, what the team needs to do to turn it around, and Chris' Fantabulous Sports Game Show.

The Padres turn to Matt Waldron (opposite Zach Wheeler!) after losing a series in Cincinnati. In their past 45 games the Padres are batting .202 with RISP. Our Padres Insider From The UT Kevin Acee Joins Us LIVE From Philly For Padres Phillies.

The Sixers draft VJ Edgecombe out of Baylor University with the 3rd overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He has some great tools and a very athletic style of play and will likely slide right into the Guard rotation. The question remains however, if the Sixers can make it out of the 2nd Round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs. Joel Embiid and Paul George will be one year older, and the skepticism over their ability to stay healthy enough to play even 50 games total together remains. The Phillies were swept in Houston while the pitching staff allowed just 5 runs combined. Suarez, Wheeler, and Sanchez were masterful, but the offense was in hibernation. With the trade deadline looming, Tek & Prem discuss the possible scenarios with key prospects and potential trade pieces on the active roster. A weekend series in Atlanta against the Braves, who are heating up, will provide more clarity regarding the Phillies recent offensive slumber. The Flyers add a young player with a lot of upside in a pre-draft trade and the NHL Draft is on deck. Segments include: VetPhact, Prem's MLB Picks.Courtesy of the Vet Alumni Members Association (VAMA) 

Spike and Jack talk to James Seltzer who tries to defend his ranking of Jalen Hurts, Zach Wheeler, and the rest of his Top 11 Philly Athletes

On this episode, Kyle (X:@Sonny_108/BS:@Sonny108) and Taylor (X/BS:@DynastyPickups) celebrate Father's Day by appreciating their own dads, as well as discuss Roman Anthony's struggles, Zach Wheeler's retirement timeline, what to do with Heston Kjerstad, and their week 11 pickup recommendations including Yohendrick Pinango, Wyatt Sanford, Jackson Wiggins, and Argenis Cayama. Topics Discussed:Roman Anthony's Debut  - 2:35Zach Wheeler's Retirement Timeline - 8:00Injuries, News, and Notes - 15:20Promotions - 32:39Yohendrick Pinango - 51:08Wyatt Sanford - 59:50Jackson Wiggins - 1:07:59Argenis Cayama - 1:16:38Recommendation Rankings - 1:24:13*Send us an email to dynastybaseballpickups@gmail.com to have your question answered on a future episode of the podcast*

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. (1:00) ahead of the Blue Jays' weekend series in Philadelphia to kick off the final hour of the week. They get into the Phillies' recent power outage, what the Jays bats can expect from Ranger Suárez, Cristopher Sanchez, and Zach Wheeler, what's gone wrong for former Phillie Jeff Hoffman in Toronto and much more. Then, Jeff and Kevin review Hoffman's availability ahead of his return to Philly. Finally, USA Today MLB insider Bob Nightengale (31:40) looks at the Blue Jays' recent hot streak and how it will impact their approach to the trade deadline, the teams that will be most aggressive on the trade market ahead of July 31, and why the Dodgers' pitchers can't stay healthy.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.

In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Dibs dive into the Zach Wheeler trade back in 2011 and if that is one of the biggest missteps for the franchise, Dibs defends the trade. Meanwhile Grandi makes the case that the Giants should try to be more aggressive with improving their roster and if it means getting rid of prospects, so be it.

In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Grandi (filling in for Willard) and Dibs get right into how the Giants, despite recent struggles have been able to be 10 games over .500 and cement themselves in NL contention. How are you feeling Giants fans? Is this the most excited you've been since 2016? In Hour 2 of Willard & Dibs, Grandi (filling in for Willard) and Dibs continue the Giants conversation and get into whether or not the Giants are able to survive injuries to remain a contender. Also, despite the roster similarities from last season, Buster Posey has been able to change the mindset for the franchise. In Hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Dibs dive into the Zach Wheeler trade back in 2011 and if that is one of the biggest missteps for the franchise, Dibs defends the trade. Meanwhile Grandi makes the case that the Giants should try to be more aggressive with improving their roster and if it means getting rid of prospects, so be it. In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, Grandi and Dibs get the news that Chapman will indeed miss more games as his hand injury is worse than initially thought. Plus, they get into Trent Williams sound from OTA's and how important it will be from now until training camp kicks off for the red and gold.

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Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Barry Bonds deserves to be in the Hall of Fame, Buster Posey loved the Zach Wheeler trade, & WDYTLT: RIP Sly Stone from Sly & The Family StoneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Panayotovich and Kate Constable break down how they're betting Monday's MLB Card, headlined by the Phillies trying to break their five game loosing streak as Zach Wheeler takes the mound against the Cubs, an NL West battle between the Padres and Dodgers, plus more! 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

Sam Panayotovich and Kate Constbale break down how they're betting today's MLB Card, as the Phillies turn to Zach Wheeler against the Cubs trying to break their five game loosing streak, the first meeting of the seasoin between the Dodgers and Padres, plus more! Then, we look ahead to Game #3 of the NBA Finals discussing if we see a similar result to Game #2 or if Indiana can continue to shock the world. The hour wraps with our bets for tonight's crucial Game #3 of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Panthers and Oilers, with the series currently tied at one game a piece. 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

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg break down the MLB slate of games for Memorial Day This special Memorial Day episode of The Inside Pitch features Scott Seidenberg and former MLB pitcher Josh Towers providing a comprehensive breakdown of the upcoming Monday baseball slate. The podcast focuses on travel dynamics, pitcher performances, betting angles, and how team momentum and logistics influence game outcomes. Central to the discussion is the “Sunday Night Fade”—a strategy of betting against teams that play Sunday night games and must travel before playing again on Monday. Scott cites a 6-1 record with this approach, spotlighting the Dodgers' travel from New York to Cleveland. Josh outlines how travel delays, postgame treatment, and media responsibilities—especially for players like Shohei Otani—can exhaust players, making them vulnerable in early Monday games. Josh and Scott discuss Otani's homer against Kodai Senga, noting it was the first Senga allowed since Opening Day. They analyze the Dodgers-Guardians matchup: Gavin Williams has a strong home record (3-1, 3.40 ERA), but struggles at night (5.09 ERA), while Yamamoto has a 1.00 ERA overall and has not yet pitched in a day game. Despite Yamamoto's strength, Josh is cautious, citing fatigue from travel as a factor. In Mets vs. White Sox, the Mets are favored. Hauser is unreliable (5.00 ERA in the minors), and the White Sox are 5-21 on the road. Clay Holmes has been strong for the Mets but is nearing workload limits. The duo leans Mets on the run line. Tarek Skubal's dominant performance (13 Ks in a 9-inning shutout) leads into Tigers-Giants. Keiter Montero's poor control (13 BB in 30 IP) makes backing the Giants appealing despite Hayden Birdsong's inexperience. Red Sox-Brewers is another key game. Boston's offense has faltered without Bregman, while Crochet has been elite. Chad Patrick has been solid at home. Josh and Scott prefer a first-five under wager, given offensive struggles. Cubs vs. Rockies is heavily skewed toward the Cubs, with Palmquist's disastrous starts (9 ER in 8 IP, 7 BB) making a run-line play likely. Eric Fedde (Cardinals) is steady, while Charlie Morton (Orioles) has had a volatile season. Despite recent rebound, Morton's early performances were poor, and the line favoring Baltimore is puzzling. In Rangers vs. Blue Jays, both deGrom and Gausman are top-tier arms. Toronto has scored just two runs in three games, and Texas' offense is struggling. Josh and Scott prefer the under, particularly a no-run first inning (Nerf-y) play. Royals vs. Reds also presents a Nerf-y opportunity: Lorenzen is 10-0 to the Nerf-y, and Chris Booback has a 1.45 ERA with 70 Ks in 68 innings. In Rays vs. Twins, Josh praises Tampa's momentum, especially with lineup depth like Chandler Simpson batting seventh. Paddock's 5.19 road ERA and vulnerability in early innings make Tampa appealing. However, Scott warns of fading the Rays later due to a back-loaded road-heavy schedule. Pirates-Diamondbacks features Heaney (8-2 Nerf-y) vs. Ryan Nelson, whose inconsistency and starter-reliever toggling limit trust. Another Nerf-y opportunity is noted. Padres-Marlins showcases Vasquez's steady performances against Weathers, who's shown flashes but is prone to walks and home runs. Yankees vs. Angels sees Yarbrough returning to form, while Kocanowicz has erratic command (20+ walks in 5 starts). Josh recommends betting Yankees and possibly on Kocanowicz's walk prop. The discussion shifts to the mound in Sacramento. Zach Wheeler complained about mound hardness affecting pitch delivery. Scott theorizes high elevation in pitches might stem from poor footing. Josh stresses that pros must adjust, though he criticizes coaches like Minnesota's, who lack firsthand pitching experience and can't offer adjustment strategies. The show ends with a promo code "DAY20" for 20% off at pregame.com and a reminder to enjoy the holiday with plenty of daytime baseball and solid betting opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what's the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the Rangers making him look stupid, Nationals nailing the Juan Soto trade, and a look back at Paul Skenes' first year in MLB. Later, with Chandler Simpson running roughshod on the bases, Buster revisits his Spring Training conversation with Simpson. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:28 Tim Kurkjian 30:28 Hembo 49:58 Chandler Simpson 58:43 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what's the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the Rangers making him look stupid, Nationals nailing the Juan Soto trade, and a look back at Paul Skenes' first year in MLB. Later, with Chandler Simpson running roughshod on the bases, Buster revisits his Spring Training conversation with Simpson. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 6:28 Tim Kurkjian 30:28 Hembo 49:58 Chandler Simpson 58:43 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices