Episódios

  • SHOHEI OHTANI PITCHING IN 2024, DODGERS' INJURY WOES & NL ROOKIE OF THE YEAR RACE

    SHOHEI OHTANI PITCHING IN 2024, DODGERS' INJURY WOES & NL ROOKIE OF THE YEAR RACE
    Sep 17 2024
    Ben Verlander takes a deep look at the Los Angeles Dodgers after news came out that it is unlikely that Tyler Glasnow will pitch again in 2024 and where that leaves the Dodgers heading into the playoffs. Ben also talks about a rumor that Shohei Ohtani could pitching in the playoffs this year. He also answers some fan questions, discusses who he would rather start a franchise with: Jackson Merrill, Jackson Chourio or Paul Skenes & breaks down his MLB Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 minutos
  • HOUSTON ASTROS' POSTSEASON ROTATION, WORLD SERIES HOPEFULS & SMOLTZ ALMOST SIGNING WITH THE PHILLIES

    HOUSTON ASTROS' POSTSEASON ROTATION, WORLD SERIES HOPEFULS & SMOLTZ ALMOST SIGNING WITH THE PHILLIES
    Sep 14 2024
    Ben Verlander is once again joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz and they discuss what the Houston Astros should do with Justin Verlander and the playoff rotation. Smoltz gives insights into a similar situation in his career. They also talk about World Series hopefuls and who is best suited for October. Finally, Ben asks Smoltz about the story of how he almost signed with the Philadelphia Phillies & how golf memberships may have been a part of the pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 minutos
  • SHOHEI OHTANI 50/50 UPDATE, HOUSTON ASTROS' PLAYOFF ROTATION, CHRIS SALE'S 2024 SEASON & MORE

    SHOHEI OHTANI 50/50 UPDATE, HOUSTON ASTROS' PLAYOFF ROTATION, CHRIS SALE'S 2024 SEASON & MORE
    Sep 10 2024
    Ben Verlander discusses another eventful week in Major League Baseball. This week Ben discusses Shohei Ohtani's pursuit of a 50 home run, 50 stolen base season. He also discusses what the Houston Astros' will look to do with their playoff rotation and where Justin Verlander falls in their plans. He then talks about the magical season from Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale and where not only the Braves' would be without him, but where the Boston Red Sox would be if they had kept him. Sale is on track to win his 1st Cy Young and possibly his 1st MLB Triple Crown. Ben also touches on the New York Mets & Detroit Tigers playoff hopes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 minutos
  • ATLANTA BRAVES OR NEW YORK METS, HOUSTON ASTROS AND KYLE TUCKER UPDATE & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    ATLANTA BRAVES OR NEW YORK METS, HOUSTON ASTROS AND KYLE TUCKER UPDATE & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Sep 7 2024
    Ben Verlander welcomes back Hall of Famer John Smotlz to discuss the latest update from the Houston Astros on Kyle Tucker's injury, which has now been announced as a shin fracture. They also discuss who Smoltz thinks is going to claim the last NL Wildcard spot between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 minutos
  • HOUSTON ASTROS' KYLE TUCKER INJURY NEWS, SHOHEI OHTANI VS FRANCISCO LINDOR & MORE

    HOUSTON ASTROS' KYLE TUCKER INJURY NEWS, SHOHEI OHTANI VS FRANCISCO LINDOR & MORE
    Sep 4 2024
    Ben Verlander talks about the news that Houston Astros' Kyle Tucker did indeed have a shin fracture. He also talks about the NL MVP race and whether or not New York Mets' Francisco Lindor can actually challenge Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in the NL MVP Race. Ben also discusses the New York Yankees' decision to not promote Jasson Dominguez and he also takes a look into the potential MLB Playoff matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 minutos
  • SHOHEI OHTANI VS AARON JUDGE, ALEX VERDUGO'S ALLERGIES & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    SHOHEI OHTANI VS AARON JUDGE, ALEX VERDUGO'S ALLERGIES & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Aug 31 2024
    Ben Verlander once again welcomes Hall of Fame John Smoltz to the show and they discuss which season they would take between Los Angeles Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani and New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge. Aaron Judge is on an unreal tear of late and Ben & Smoltz discuss who was the last hitter to have this peak. Finally, they discuss Alex Verdugo’s interesting allergies and what was the wildest superstition a teammate of Smoltz had. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 minutos
  • SHOHEI OHTANI FASTEST TO 40/40, AARON JUDGE’S HISTORIC SEASON & THE PLAYOFF RACE HEATS UP

    SHOHEI OHTANI FASTEST TO 40/40, AARON JUDGE’S HISTORIC SEASON & THE PLAYOFF RACE HEATS UP
    Aug 27 2024
    Ben Verlander discusses a very eventful week in baseball. New York Yankees' Aaron Judge is having a historic offensive season, but Ben thinks Judge is the best hitter since this MLB Hall of Famer. Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani just became the 6th player ever to reach the 40/40 club and the fastest to ever do it. Does Ben think Ohtani can reach 50/50? Ben also talks about the red hot NL West race and specifically the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks are the hottest team in MLB since June 1st, but where are they on Ben's MLB Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 minutos
  • ARE THE NEW YORK YANKEES GOOD ENOUGH, BEST TEAM POST-TRADE DEADLINE & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    ARE THE NEW YORK YANKEES GOOD ENOUGH, BEST TEAM POST-TRADE DEADLINE & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Aug 24 2024
    Ben Verlander welcomes back John Smoltz to discuss whether or not Juan Soto and Aaron Judge make the New York Yankees good enough for the postseason or will their bullpen woes haunt them? They also discuss the proposed six inning minimum rule for starting pitchers and which team put themselves into another tier post MLB trade deadline & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 minutos