Episodes

  • BRAVES VS METS POSTPONEMENT, PLAYOFF RACE CHAOS, ROWDY TELLEZ & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    BRAVES VS METS POSTPONEMENT, PLAYOFF RACE CHAOS, ROWDY TELLEZ & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Sep 28 2024
    Ben Verlander welcomes back Hall of Famer John Smoltz to discuss the postponement of the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets series, which has HUGE playoff implications. They also discuss the wild nature of the Wild Card race in both the American and National League and with emphasis on playoff seeding. They also talk about who they think will round out all of the playoff spots and also discuss the Rowdy Tellez DFA situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • SHOHEI OHTANI 60/60 CLUB, ASTROS CLOSE TO AL WEST TITLE, PLAYOFF RACES & MORE

    SHOHEI OHTANI 60/60 CLUB, ASTROS CLOSE TO AL WEST TITLE, PLAYOFF RACES & MORE
    Sep 24 2024
    Ben Verlander discusses everything MLB as we head into the final week of the 2024 season. The Houston Astros clinch the AL West after abysmal start to the season, the Detroit Tigers are in the playoff mix after tough stretches from the Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins. Ben talks about the possibility of Shohei Ohtani going for 60/60 and the Los Angeles Dodgers' hopes of holding onto the NL West lead. Ben breaks down his MLB Power Rankings and answers from fan questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • LOS ANGELES DODGERS' & SHOHEI OHTANI NEWS, NL ROOKIE OF THE YEAR RACE & MORE

    LOS ANGELES DODGERS' & SHOHEI OHTANI NEWS, NL ROOKIE OF THE YEAR RACE & MORE
    Sep 21 2024
    Ben Verlander welcomes Hall of Famer John Smoltz back to the show to discuss the ongoing pitching woes facing the Los Angeles Dodgers & the rumors that Shohei Ohtani could possibly pitch this postseason. They also discuss which National League Rookie Smoltz would start a franchise with between Paul Skenes, Jackson Merrill & Jackson Chourio. Then, they talk about when guys like Luis Arraez will get the appreciation they deserve after Arraez went 170 ABs without striking out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • SHOHEI OHTANI 1ST PLAYER TO JOIN 50/50 CLUB AFTER AN EPIC PERFORMANCE

    SHOHEI OHTANI 1ST PLAYER TO JOIN 50/50 CLUB AFTER AN EPIC PERFORMANCE
    Sep 20 2024
    Ben Verlander hops on to do an emergency podcast after the greatest single game performance gets Shohei Ohtani into the 50/50 club. Ohtani went 6 for 6 with 3 home runs, 10 RBI, 2 stolen bases and just barely missed hitting for the cycle as well. Ben recaps Ohtani's epic first season with the Dodgers, his single game performance, where the home run ball is and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • 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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    38 mins
  • 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 mins
  • 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 mins
  • 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 mins