Podcasts about Zips

Wharton's Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner debate Bill Belichick's legacy in the post-Brady era, explore how analytics have reshaped baseball strategy, and speak with Dan Szymborski—Senior Writer at FanGraphs and creator of the ZiPS projection system—about forecasting player performance and team success in today's evolving sports landscape. They also analyze the remarkable victory of 204th-ranked tennis player Valentin Vacherot in a Masters 1000 tournament, using insights from sports analytics and probability theory to uncover what his unexpected win reveals about talent, randomness, and ranking systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton's Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner debate Bill Belichick's legacy in the post-Brady era, explore how analytics have reshaped baseball strategy, and speak with Dan Szymborski—Senior Writer at FanGraphs and creator of the ZiPS projection system—about forecasting player performance and team success in today's evolving sports landscape. They also analyze the remarkable victory of 204th-ranked tennis player Valentin Vacherot in a Masters 1000 tournament, using insights from sports analytics and probability theory to uncover what his unexpected win reveals about talent, randomness, and ranking systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's edition of Zips gameday we take a look ahead at Akron's upcoming game against Central Michigan. Join Dev Lucas, Liam Riggenbach, Matt Willis for some pregame analysis, picks, and banter as we await Akron's 2025 homecoming game versus the Chippewas. 

In this episode, we got the chance to interview the Zips standout RB Jordan Gant as we previewed Akron's upcoming game against Central Michigan.

What happens when one of the greatest shooters in Atlantic 10 history trades the net-scorching for whistle work? You get Coach Jessica Jenkins—Akron's assistant coach and recruiting coordinator—quietly (and relentlessly) building elite shooters and a winning culture.Hailing from Marion, Ohio, Jenkins became a legend at St. Bonaventure, drilling 338 career threes and leading the Bonnies to the 2012 NCAA Sweet 16. After a multi-year pro career overseas (Iceland, Wales/England league, Australia), she jumped into coaching and never looked back. Now in Year 11 of her coaching journey and Year 3 at Akron, she's helping the Zips turn gym rats into game-winners.In this episode, you'll hear:Origin Story: Growing up in the gym with a coach mom, learning to compete with older boys, and finding her lane as a pure marksman.Becoming “Dead-Eye”: How a blunt freshman-year meeting unlocked an All-A10 career—by living in the gym and perfecting footwork, conditioning, and release.Science of the Shot: Why you can teach shooting—and how Akron's NOAH tech (arc, depth, left-right in real time) + reps + accountability builds confident, consistent snipers.Calm Over Chaos: Jenkins' sideline superpower—never riding the wave. No panic after a cold stretch, no ego after a hot one; just the next right rep, read, and shot.Why Akron: Coming home to Ohio, partnering with head coach Ryan Gensler, and shaping a gritty roster that lives in the gym. Expect toughness, depth, and surprise performances.Recruiting & Development: What she values in players, how she builds shooter-first alter egos (“Dead-Eye” energy), and why relationships fuel everything.If you love women's hoops, player development, or just a good “work works” blueprint, this conversation is pure gold. Press play to learn how Coach Jenkins turned a legendary jumper into a coaching edge—and why the Zips are a problem.Like what you hear?Follow the show, rate it, and share it with a hoops friend.Akron fans: drop an

Hope & Healing helps surivivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. Chloe Eaglowski is there to talk about all of these things to help prevent them from happening even more, incluindg a discussion with WZIP's Jordan Johnson.

Akron vs. Toledo College Football Pick Prediction 9/27/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Akron at Toledo 3:30PM ET—Akron is 1-3 following their 51-7 home victory against FCS Duquesne. Two weeks ago, it was a 31-28 road defeat at UAB. The Zips got their pass game going and rushed for 3.7 yards a carry. They limited the Blazers ground attack but allowed 341 yards passing for 7.8 yards per pass attempt.

UAB vs. Tennessee Pick Prediction 9/20/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats UAB at Tennessee 12:45PM ET—UAB is 2-1 following their 31-28 home victory against Akron. The Blazers rushed for less than three yards a carry against the Zips and as usual threw heavily for yardage. Defensively they allowed 3.7 yards a carry to the Zips with 282 yards passing for 8.1 yards per pass attempt.

Akron vs. UAB College Football Pick Prediction 9/13/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Akron at UAB 8:30PM ET—Akron is 0-2 following their 68-0 road defeat at Nebraska. Akron offense was poor again with 3.1 yards a carry. The passing game struggled. On defense the Zips allowed 7.1 yards a carry with 494 yards passing on 40 attempts. Ben Finley hit 7 of 21 for 54 yards.

TAKE THAT AKRON We revel in our petty revenge over the Zips, review the schedule (of Mark Wahlberg), preview the Michigan COACH and Houston Christian game, and finally Justin gives a 15-minute extemporaneous speech on the history of three Group of Five conferences.

It's time for The Nebraska Hour!  Huskers match their largest ever margin of victory in their win over the Akron Zips and this weekend, it's Houston Christian's turn to come visit Lincoln! Timmy Nebraska is joined by Brock White and Brandon Bral to discuss that, and so much more!

We knew Nebraska would likely have few issues beating Akron, but did you or anyone envision 68-0 being possible? How impressive was that beatdown on Saturday? Nebraska does play a game this weekend---vs. Houston Christian—but it's hard to not look ahead to Michigan…how much has your opinion about Nebraska's chances in that game changed from before the season, if at all? Nebraska had more punt return yards in the Akron game than they had the entirety of last season…was that just a bad punter for the Zips or signs of the punt return game being a factor the rest of season?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What a fun night in Lincoln---phenomenal weather and a low-stress beatdown of the Zips, aided by 9 TDs, 728 yards of offense, and a shutout---great play by the defense plus one missed field goal off the uprights and another one blocked Nebraska averaged 10.0 yards per play, Dylan Raiola was 24/31 for 364 yards, 4 TDs and no INTS; and Emmett Johnson rushed 14 times for 140 yards and 2 TDs. A clinic against a very outmatched MAC team Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Akron vs. Nebraska College Football Pick Prediction 9/6/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Akron at Nebraska 7:30PM ET—Akron is 0-1 following their 10-0 home defeat to Wyoming. It was an anemic performance offensively for the Zips that finished with 228 yards. They rushed for 3.2 yards a carry. On defense they allowed 4.2 yards per run with 7.2 yards per pass attempt.

It's time for The Nebraska Hour!  Huskers got the win against the Cincinnati Bearcats and now the Akron Zips are visiting Lincoln for the home opener this weekend! Timmy Nebraska is joined by Brock White and Brandon Bral to discuss that, and so much more!

They always say the most improvement a team makes is from Week 1 to Week 2 of the season. Let's hope that rings true for Coach Rhule and the boys as they come back to Lincoln for their home opener vs the Zips of Akron. We discuss that, go through Tweets of the Week, talk about how Husker Nation overtook Kansas City and Nashville this past week and break down another 2-0 weekend for Husker Volleyball. GBR!  0:00 - Intro  7:56 - Tweets of the Week  24:24 - Husker Nation Travels Well  34:43 - Volleyball  54:15 - Football  1:24:48 - Parting Shots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's “handle your business” week. We break down Akron like real Husker fans do—no fluff, just what matters on Saturday. We open with a few takeaways from Cincinnati, then flip straight into the Akron preview. We hit how the Zips want to play on offense, why this year's defense is basically a reset, drop one ridiculously fun Akron history nugget (yes, that Chuck Taylor), run through our prop bets, and plant the flag that Nebraska is moving to 2–0. Chapters below. What say you, Husker Nation—too confident or not confident enough? Drop your score and best prop in the comments. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #HuskerNation #MattRhule #BigTen #CollegeFootball #HuskerPodcast #Akron #Cornhuskers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Husker Doc Talk Podcast with former Husker Dr. Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice. The Huskers are 1-0 after beating Cincinnati in the season opener. They are now getting ready for the first home game of the season against Akron. This should be an automatic win for Nebraska. The Zips lost their opening game of the season, 10-0, against Wyoming. Please support our sponsors: This podcast would not be possible without the generosity and support of our sponsors. Gdefy Shoes Like Gdefy Shoes and their patented VersoShock technology, which offers absorption, body alignment, and a trampoline-like energy, Gdefy shoes are perfect for any activity. They offer a 60-day money-back guarantee, unmatched comfort, and two free orthotics. The holiday season is here, so save money by getting 50% off an order of $120 or more by entering the promo code DOCTALK50 at checkout at Gdefy.com. Husker Hounds Speaking of the holidays, get the Cornhusker fan in your family the best Nebraska gear at Husker Hounds. There are two locations in the Omaha area, and you can find them online at HuskerHounds.com.  The Orr Law Group The legal process can be intimidating. Let the experts at Orr Law Group help you navigate the court system. They handle all types of litigation. Connor Orr and his team are compassionate and caring lawyers who provide a positive and experienced representation to their clients. Get more information from the Orr Law Group.  Centris Federal Credit Union For all your banking needs, turn to Centris Federal Credit Union, the official sponsor of the Doc's Diagnosis. Discover the benefits of membership at Centris Federal Credit Union, member NCUA.  Husker Max Husker Max provides the best Nebraska football and sports information. They distribute this podcast weekly and are the go-to source for all Husker news. 

Nebraska opens as a 33.5 point favorite for Saturday night's 6:30pm home opener vs. Akron—a team that just lost to Wyoming, 10-0, to begin their season. The Zips are lacking some offensive ‘zip' and SHOULDN'T be a tough out (see: Kansas State struggle vs. North Dakota) Houston Christian follows the next week in Lincoln….so what can improve the next 2 weeks before B1G play begins?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The new Region16 1/4 zip is a great back to school addition. And Massachusetts is changing its flag.

In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo sits down with Pete Nani, the newly appointed CEO of ZIPS Car Wash, to discuss his journey in the professional carwashing industry and his vision for the brand's future. Nani reflects on how customer expectations and industry dynamics have evolved over the years and shares how ZIPS is positioning itself for long-term success following its emergence from Chapter 11. He outlines immediate post-restructuring priorities, including site optimization, leadership recruitment and strategic growth planning. Nani also discusses his approach to building a strong company culture through employee development, robust training programs and a renewed focus on operational excellence. Looking ahead, he paints a picture of what a successful 2026 could look like for ZIPS if all current initiatives fall into place.

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Host Rich DiPaolo welcomes back John Roush, CEO of Express Wash Concepts (EWC), to discuss the company's latest strategic moves and its continued momentum in the express carwash space. Roush shares insights into EWC's recent acquisitions, including new sites in Pittsburgh, three ZIPS locations in Ohio and the Cleanland Car Wash property, detailing how each fits into EWC's broader growth blueprint. He also explores how EWC maintains brand consistency across five distinct banners while adapting to regional market nuances. As EWC gears up for 25-plus projected openings this year, Roush discusses how the company is scaling staffing, technology and internal operations to support expansion. He also highlights the company's workplace culture, which recently earned Moo Moo Express the 2025 ColumBEST Best Employer award and talks about what drives EWC's repeat recognition on INC. magazine's list of fastest-growing companies in the Midwest. Looking at the broader industry, Roush offers his perspective on current trends, including M&A activity, tech integration and private equity, and what it takes to not only survive but also thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Roush concludes by outlining the biggest opportunities for express carwashing over the next 24 months.

In this July 2025 Patch [FIX] Tuesday episode, Automox security experts Tom, Seth, and Cody unpack four high-impact threats — from Microsoft updates, to Linux vulns, and .zip exploit PoCs.Topics include a physical attack method bypassing BitLocker encryption (CVE-2025-48001), the looming expiration of secure boot certificates, a Linux privilege escalation flaw in chroot and sudo (CVE-2025-32463), and a proof-of-concept .zip exploit that hides malicious content during preview but runs it on unzip.Expect sharp technical insights, practical mitigation tips, and as always, a few laughs. 

 Ready for the towing industry's biggest shows? September brings two of the year's most anticipated events, and this episode gives you the inside scoop on what makes them special. The Mid-Atlantic Expo (September 4-6) transforms the North Carolina State Fairgrounds into a hub of industry innovation with over 75 vendors and 800+ serious industry professionals. As Darian explains, "You had owners perusing up and down the aisles looking for information," making it valuable for both attendees and exhibitors. The nearby attractions and affordable vendor rates create an experience that extends beyond just business.  But when DJ discusses the 47th Annual Midwest Regional Tow Show (September 25-27), his enthusiasm reaches another level. "It's the most family-friendly show of the year," he declares, describing how the Great Wolf Lodge venue becomes home to a complete experience for towing families. With dedicated "Little Tow-ers" activities each night including movies and pajama parties, no one is left out of the fun.  What truly distinguishes these state association shows from commercial events is their purpose and community impact. Every dollar spent at these shows funds critical industry needs: training programs, safety initiatives, and legislative advocacy. Unlike commercial shows that charge for seminars, these events offer all educational content at no extra cost. The Midwest show's Celebration of Life parade honors fallen towers, while their Injured Driver's Fund auction demonstrates the industry's commitment to taking care of its own.  The conversation shifts to groundbreaking EV solutions featured in Tow Professional Magazine, including Zips' new Firebox—a revolutionary containment system that protects against 5000°F lithium battery fires while preventing hazardous chemical leakage. This innovation not only enhances safety but creates potential new revenue streams for towing businesses.  Whether you're planning your show schedule or searching for the latest safety technology, this episode delivers essential insights for anyone committed to the towing profession. Subscribe today and join the community of professionals staying ahead in this rapidly evolving industry. 

Ready for the towing industry's biggest shows? September brings two of the year's most anticipated events, and this episode gives you the inside scoop on what makes them special.The Mid-Atlantic Expo (September 4-6) transforms the North Carolina State Fairgrounds into a hub of industry innovation with over 75 vendors and 800+ serious industry professionals. As Darian explains, "You had owners perusing up and down the aisles looking for information," making it valuable for both attendees and exhibitors. The nearby attractions and affordable vendor rates create an experience that extends beyond just business.But when DJ discusses the 47th Annual Midwest Regional Tow Show (September 25-27), his enthusiasm reaches another level. "It's the most family-friendly show of the year," he declares, describing how the Great Wolf Lodge venue becomes home to a complete experience for towing families. With dedicated "Little Tow-ers" activities each night including movies and pajama parties, no one is left out of the fun.What truly distinguishes these state association shows from commercial events is their purpose and community impact. Every dollar spent at these shows funds critical industry needs: training programs, safety initiatives, and legislative advocacy. Unlike commercial shows that charge for seminars, these events offer all educational content at no extra cost. The Midwest show's Celebration of Life parade honors fallen towers, while their Injured Driver's Fund auction demonstrates the industry's commitment to taking care of its own.The conversation shifts to groundbreaking EV solutions featured in Tow Professional Magazine, including Zips' new Firebox—a revolutionary containment system that protects against 5000°F lithium battery fires while preventing hazardous chemical leakage. This innovation not only enhances safety but creates potential new revenue streams for towing businesses.Whether you're planning your show schedule or searching for the latest safety technology, this episode delivers essential insights for anyone committed to the towing profession. Subscribe today and join the community of professionals staying ahead in this rapidly evolving industry.

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Akron Zips baseball coach Bryan Faulds joins WZIP Sports reporter Liam Riggenbach, talking his own playing career, strategy for managing pitchers, the Zips season thus far, and more!

The Zips Gameday crew of Liam Riggenbach, Dev Lucas, and Drew Bailey recaps the 2024-25 Zips basketball season, looking back at the best moments, performances, and developments from a big year in Zips hoops.

The Gameday crew briefly recaps the Zips' MAC championship win over Miami and previews the Zips' first round matchup with Arizona. Featuring another appearance from Zips fan extraordinaire Professional Zip (19:09-36:26) and "The Wilson Wire" with Zips G Evan Wilson (36:43-47:23) ahead of Friday's clash with Arizona in Seattle.

Fox broadcaster John Fanta joins Afternoon Drive to preview the NCAA Tournament. He talks about Rick Pitino's idea on merging conferences, players who could take over the tournament, Shedeur Sanders momentum to the Browns, and more.

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Andy and Jeff share their takeaways from their conversation with Akron Zips men's basketball coach John Groce and discuss why they think the Zips could go deep in the NCAA Tournament.

Akron Zips men's basketball coach John Groce joined Baskin and Phelps to talk about the team's path to the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament. He broke down the play of the MAC Tournament and how Akron managed the win, and what they'll need to do in order to go deep in the NCAA tournament.

Become a PHNX Diehard for just $4 a month! http://gophnx.com/intro-offer-youtube Arizona basketball has been given a 4 seed in the Eastern region of the NCAA Tournament. Arizona is set for a matchup with Akron in the round of 64. Tommy Lloyd's bunch should not sleep on the Zips of Akron as they have been a strong team all season. Akron shoots it well and is familiar with an up-tempo game. Can Arizona beat Akron convincingly as 14 point favorites? Some experts are starting to overthink the matchup and are losing their trust in Caleb Love, KJ Lewis, Carter Bryant and the Arizona Wildcats. Our hosts are still taking Arizona to start the tournament off with a decisive win. PLUS! Who are the “dark horses” for Arizona on their side of the bracket? Liberty? Akron? Baylor? Join Damon Fairall and Kevin Thomas on the AZ Wildcats Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports MERCH https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phnx-locker ALLCITY Network, Inc. aka PHNX and PHNX Sports is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by the City of Phoenix PHNX Events: Get your tickets to PHNX events and takeovers here: https://gophnx.com/events/ bet365: https://www.bet365.com/olp/open-account?affiliate=365_03330244 Use the code PHNX365 to sign up, deposit $10 and choose your offer! Disclaimer: Must be 21+ and physically located in AZ. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP, text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or visit https://problemgambling.az.gov/ Hello Fresh: Visit https://hellofresh.com/wildcats10fm for up to 10 free meals Gila River: Win a Lamborgini! Visit https://playatgila.com/promotion/350k-lamborghini-luxe-giveaway/ for details Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Circle K: Join Inner Circle for free by downloading the Circle K app today! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! Branded Bills: Use code PHNX at https://www.brandedbills.com/ for 20% off your first order! Check out FOCO merch and collectibles and use promo code “PHNX10” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code PHNX for 10% off! When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

The Gameday crew recaps the Zips' Senior Night win over Buffalo and predicts the results of the MAC Tournament. Featuring "The Wilson Wire" with Zips G Evan Wilson (27:58-44:37) talking Senior Night, Scott & Okonkwo presumably returning next year, and giving an inside look into postseason play and preparation.

WZIP Sports' Drew Bailey is joined by Akron Zips Twitter/X legend Professional Zip, talking Zips basketball, the MAC tournament, the origins and development of the Professional Zip persona, Akron's AD search, and much more...a full hour of Professional Zip content!

Listen as the Gameday crew recaps Zips' wins over Kent State and Toledo and previews the matchup with Buffalo. Featuring "The Wilson Wire" with Zips G Evan Wilson (20:34-27:51) talking the win over Kent, 2nd-half defensive struggles against Toledo, expectations for Senior Night, and more.

The Cubs lineup has a new big bat with Kyle Tucker, but is he enough to propel this offense? We take a look at the projections and who will outperform them.Watch our projections for the Cubs pitchers: • Which Cubs Pitchers will have BREAKOU... Fangraphs projections: https://www.fangraphs.com/roster-reso...ZiPS projections: https://www.fangraphs.com/projections...Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: / cubstalk Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter:

Nate & Ben are joined by Dan Szymborski (Fangrahs, ESPN, ZIPs) to discuss the 2025 ZIPs projections, what to expect from Jordan Walker, where the Cardinals sit in the NL Central, being stuck in the middle, how the rotation could evolve, what to make of the Arenado situation, skiing, spelling words, and much more! Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds.

Let's try something new! Raphie shares his screen as he reviews the finer details about Dan Szymborski's 2025 ZiPS projections. This is a patron-only exclusive.Want to get the show early, ad-free, with access to multiple bonus podcasts and our treasured Padres Hot Tub discord? Become a patron! patreon.com/padreshottub

Nate & Ben discuss the Savannah Bananas, ZIPs projections, Birdscord Movie Night, getting excited about Spring Training, the BATTLE for Centerfield, where does Gorman play?, what about Luken Baker?, who will be the 5th (or 6th?) starter?, how the catcher position breaks down, players we are excited to see get a chance at Spring Training, and much more! Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds.

Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour talking about a remarkable win by San Diego State last night who erased a 21 point deficit to beat San Jose State 71-68! Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before we get back to some Padres talk and discuss Fangraphs ZIPS projections for the team in 2025, and also talk about some of yesterday's updates with the ongoing lawsuit surrounding control of the San Diego Padres. Listen here!

Jeremy & Pat are joined for the first half of the show by Dan Szymborski, from Fangraphs, talking Cubs Zips projections.  We close the show with Jared Wyllys, from CHGO, talking Cubs Convention and the Pressly Trade. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!

The new ZiPS projections are ... uh, not great. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack and T.J. talk about the trade of Myles Straw to the Blue Jays, then Zuppe asks Meisel a series of over/unders using the 2025 ZiPS projections for the Guardians.

Guest: Dan Szymborski, FanGraphs Link to White Sox 2025 ZiPS Projections: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/2025-zips-projections-chicago-white-sox/ Rundown [Intro] Customary to ask "Why does ZiPS hate the White Sox?" [2:45] Why Dan Szymborski expects more wins in 2025 for the White Sox [6:58] Patreon Question: What percentile outcome were the Sox for cumulative team WAR last year relative to your preseason projections? [7:52] Patreon Question: If the 2025 White Sox played exactly according to the above projections, would they be in danger of losing 121 games again? [8:47] ZiPS projections for Luis Robert Jr. and if he can still be traded for top prospects [11:31] Why ZiPS likes Chase Meidroth [13:47] What ZiPS thinks of Colson Montgomery after his uneven 2024 season at Charlotte? [16:31] How would Szymborski handle Andrew Benintendi and Andrew Vaughn? [21:21] What does ZiPS think of Miguel Vargas? [23:49] Why Szymborski thinks the signings of Mike Tauchman, Austin Slater, and Josh Rojas are pointless for the White Sox [26:24] If you could grant a 25% increase in offensive production to three White Sox hitters, which would Szymborski choose? [28:16] Why ZiPS is low on Jonathan Cannon entering 2025 [30:54] Patreon Question: What are the three-year ZIPS projections for Martin, Burke, and Cannon? [33:44] Worst ZiPS projected bullpen ever [36:09] How should we grade Will Venable in his first year as manager? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jed Hoyer and the have been cookin' before the holidays. First trading for Kyle Tucker and then trading away Cody Bellinger. What now? What will they do with 40-50 million? Spend it on players or put it in the vault? The ZiPs projections are out? How do you feel? Plus, this week has been rough at CHGO. We need to say thanks to some friends. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the therapy session and the CHGO Cubs Podcast.