Baseballogy is a podcast where two rational scientists talk irrationally about baseball. Join us as we discuss the action from in and around major league baseball.
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In this episode, Drew and Adam lay out all of the facts of COVID-19, and answer some questions as a pair of professional immunologists. We cut through the fake news, and give you the information you want about 1. Viruses 2. What we know about the virus that causes COVID-19 3. How viruses get to humans 4. The immune response to viruses like COVID-19…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam spoke back on February 16th, exactly one month ago today. In this episode, things were completely normal, the Astros were still the heart of news coverage in baseball. the Mookie Betts trade was still making waves in LA and Boston. Listen in, and enjoy our bliss, lack of anticipation for the upcoming pandemic, and wha…
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Episode 91 - Lopsided Teams: The Leaning Tower of WAR
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In this episode, Drew and Adam banter about the punishments received by the astros, and the fallout around the league. Later, they discuss trade talks surrounding Nolan Arenado and Mookie Betts. In Under the Microscope, Drew discusses the most lopsided teams (teams whose WAR is predominantly derived from either pitching OR hitting). Later, Adam bre…
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Episode 90 - Somebody Stole my Sign
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss sign stealing allegations against the Red Sox. Later, they cover a wide array of arbitration deals including Mookie Betts, Cody Bellinger, and others. Also, they discuss the Rays acquisition of Jose Martinez from the Cardinals. In under the microscope, Drew and Adam discuss the correlation between xBA and exit…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open with discussion about Albert Belle, and then proceed into discussion about some major moves around the league including Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon, and others. Later, Drew dives into Wade Miley's pitch tipping, and finds a not so exciting conclusion. Afterward, Drew examines the highest disparity between FIP and…
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Episode 88 - "You started a new job and you hate It"
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open by discussing Drew's birthday gift this year. The continue discussion through a tangent about Cameo, and how Johnny Damon has mastered the new social media platform. Later, they discuss the swathe of transactions that occurred in Baseballogy's annual hiatus. Later, they discuss the Australian Baseball League seas…
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Episode 87 - Padres Pitching Dentist
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open discussion about team Dentists, and explore the life of Steve Arlin, a man who balanced a career in Major League Baseball and being a dentist. Later, they break down the end of the world series (quite late!) and then discuss the early offseason action including qualifying offers (with a helpful explanation of how…
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Episode 86 - Sylvia Plath's Birthday
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss all of the spooky things happening in baseball. They start by discussing Robbie Grossman's surprise appearance as a gold glove finalist, and then discuss the progress in the 2019 World Series. Later, they discuss the incidents surrounding Brandon Taubman, and then discuss some umpire news. Later, they discuss …
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In this episode, Drew and Adam break down the American League and National League Championship series, and then have a discussion about the changes in the ball, what it means for the players, the league, and its fans.By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam Scheid
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In this episode, Adam and Drew recap the Division Series, and then cover the League Championship Series thus far.By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam Scheid
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Episode 83 - 100% Chance of Sadness
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the playoffs thus far, and preview the remainder of the division series. Adam and Drew start by discussing the Twins and Yankees series, then discuss the Rays and Astros. Later, they cover the NLDS series including the surprising odds of the Astros and Dodgers series, and the wild experiences in the Cardinals/…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss Dave Dombrowski being fired, Shawn Kelley's great throw, an angry Tigers fan with connections to the past. Later, they discuss some of Drew's latest research including an anonymous bullpen comparison, a hitting rankings bracket, and an interesting stat about hitters in an 0-2 count vs. a 2-0 count. Finally, th…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam briefly discuss the upcoming analytics revolution in football, and what that will look like. Later, they discuss some notes including Justin Verlander's no hitter, the Moran Brothers professional interaction, as well as the NL Wild Card race. Adam and Drew go under the microscope on ulcerative colitis, which has plagu…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open by discussing the current playoff races, and update the score on the AL and NL Preview predictions. Later, they cover some other news and notes around the league including Carlos Corrasco and Chris Paddack. Then, Drew puts his analysis of the career home run record Under the Microscope. Mike Trout minute finds a …
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the Red Sox stumbling, big injuries to Fernando Tatis and Chris Sale, as well as Bryce Harper's situational statistics. Later they discuss the growth of young talent in MLB, and Drew drops a fun fact! Later, Drew briefly discusses an idea he has about how breakable the all-time career home run record is. Behin…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss some of the recent moves around the league, including Sergio Romo out of the Twins. then they take a deep dive in cancer immunotherapy, and its role in the baseball world.By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam Scheid
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the joys and perils of independent league baseball, as Drew recaps an eventful game he went to this weekend. Later, they discuss news and notes around Major League Baseball including the Indians getting hot this past month, and some bullpens that have been very good as well as bullpens that have been very bad.…
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Episode 76 - The Hard Hit Rate Conundrum
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss some of the more somber news in baseball, including Tyler Skaggs' untimely death as well as Carlos Carlos Corrasco and Bob Gibson's cancer diagnoses. In lighter discussion, Drew and Adam discuss the Home Run Derby, and the Home Run streak Max Kepler put up on Trevor Bauer. In under the microscope, Drew discuss…
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In this episode, Drew and Alex open by discussing the unmatched talent of Air Bud, and where he would fit best in a major league roster. After that, they discuss the stellar debut of Brendan McKay. Later, they discuss the Grand Junction Rockies and their recent Twitter experience. In alphabet soup, Alex and Drew draft baseball initials, and are loo…
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Episode 74 - On the Importance of Negative Data
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open by discussing the weird Home Run totals on the top of the MLB leaderboard. Later, they discuss the Dodgers youth movement, the Rays exploring a two-city option, Albert Pujols and his return to Saint Louis, and Frankie Montas' suspension. In Under the Microscope, they discuss Drew's piece on Rookies, and then carr…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open discussion around an old Twins drinking game, and potentially bringing it back. Later, they discuss Martin Maldonado's father's day gear, the Edwin Encarnacion trade, and the thrill of the Padres-Rockies series this weekend. They close out general baseball with a discussion of Kanley Jansen's intentional balk, an…
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In this episode, Drew and Alex discuss start by discussing a MLB TV ad that has been playing non-stop over the past few days. After that, they discuss a wave of anger sweeping across MLB in Atlanta, as well as a particular spat between Max Muncy and Madison Bumgarner. Later, they briefly discuss the developing events surrounding David Ortiz. Drew d…
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Episode 71 - Bruises and Batting Average
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In this episode, Drew and Adam open the show by officially closing the Minnesota Twins Bandwagon. If you would like an permission slip to become a fan, please email baseballogypod@gmail.com. Later, the guys talk about Ketel Marte, nets, and Justin Verlander. After that, Adam puts dvision leads and run differential at the start of June under the mic…
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Episode 70 - Pull Hitters and Absolute Mayhem
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the mayhem of Tee-ball, ballboys in Oakland, and then news from around the league. Later, Drew discusses a peculiar increase in shutouts in MLB, and then the Twins podcast begins! In it, they discuss the Twins ranks by position in WAR, then Drew breaks down Max Kepler's increase pull rate, and the twins' appar…
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Episode 69 - Ready, Set, and Let the Games Start!
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the some experiences that happened to Drew on a tennis court, and how they relate to baseball. Later, They discuss news and notes from around the league including Ryan Pressly not allowing runs, Zach Grienke reaching milestones, Josh Bell crushing, and Carter Stewart heading to Japan. Then, Drew finds a story …
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the pair of exciting shutouts in MLB last week. Afterward they discuss the rash of injuries to high profile players, and Drew follows up on Ketel Marte's progress. Later, Drew puts the Cleveland Indians' hitting under the microscope, and Adam discusses mucous. Behind enemy lines recaps the generally positive w…
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In this episode, Adam is back! Drew and Adam quickly discuss some things from around the league including some milestones and this play: https://deadspin.com/dexter-fowler-kindly-helps-noah-syndergaard-hit-his-fir-1834200772. Later, Adam puts walks and the weather under the microscope to see if there is any rough correlation with walks and stadium …
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In this episode, Adam is out, and Alex replaces him! Drew and Alex start by discussing what he knows about this year's baseball season. Later, they discuss bat flips, and celebratory backflips for a save. After that, they discuss Jacob Degrom's injury, and what it means to have a "barking arm," and Drew quizzes Alex on an old Cardinals roster. In U…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the latest in MLb standings and happenings including the Seattle Mariners hot start, Ozzie Albies' extension, and the Chris Davis streak that finally came to an end. In Under the Microscope, Drew does a double feature and follows up on his strike zone box rant, and then answers an email question about Jose Ram…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the brawl, and why they don't matter. Later, they discuss some news like Jacob DeGrom's quality start streak, and Chris Davis' hitless streak. After that, they quickly discuss the extensions for the latest group getting extended. Drew puts the concept of the one-tool player Under the Microscope. Behind enemy l…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss Drew's unexpected experience with opening day, and then they cover some of the fun happenings in baseball games that are actually being played. Later, Drew goes down a rabbit hole of Old Timey Baseball, and then discusses early season exit velocity leaders. After, Drew puts starting pitcher velocity under the …
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Episode 62 - Buying the Weather Channel (AL Preview)
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In this episode, Drew and Adam banter about the opening games in Tokyo, Japan, and discuss the importance of Ichiro to baseball. Later, they discuss Mike Trout's big contract extension, and whether he can now buy the weather channel. Afterward, they discuss the other big contract extensions from the week. Finally, they discuss their AL picks, and w…
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In the SECOND episode published today (go back if you haven't listened to that one!) Drew and Adam discuss the upcoming 2019 season, and make over under selections for the national league. Drew and Adam use wildly different tactics to make their choices, and Adam follows a computer down Mets optimism (bad idea).…
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Episode 60 - The Best Cedric in Baseball
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Today's episode is a double feature! 2 episodes in one day! In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss Adam's leave of absence and then catch up on all of the huge free agent news that happened while they were away. Later, they discuss some of the Twins moves, and discuss how their offseason is wrapping up. After that, they discuss Mike Trout's spring …
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss Todd Jones, reliever, and one time top-5 finisher in Cy Young Voting. Later, they discuss one of the strangest wind-ups ever, and dive into some of the week's news including, Frank Robinson passing away, and JT Realmuto being traded to the Phillies. Also, they discuss some of the actual rule changes that could…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam banter about the few moves that have been made including AJ Pollock to the Dodgersm Wade Miley to the Astros, and more. Later, they discuss the conclusion of some winter league baseball including the australian baseball league and the venezuelan winter league. After that, Adam breaks down his time at the Winter Meltdo…
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In this episode Drew and Adam briefly discuss the latest moves around the MLB including Adam Ottavino and Cody Allen signing contracts. Later (Starts at 23:00), they interview Alex Pellerano , Head of Commercial and Marketing with Baseball Australia to discuss the Australian Baseball League (ABL), and one of their newest expansion teams, Geelong-Ko…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss their recent brush with going viral, as their nickname made it into Amazon Alexa's favorite baseball player response. Want to know more? Ask Alexa who her favorite baseball player is. Afterward, Drew and Adam discuss the recent player signings like the unbelievable short 1 year deal for Yasmana Grandal. Alphab…
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Episode 55 - Sticking up for the Little Team
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In this episode, Adam and Drew discuss some Free Agent relievers being signed including Zach Britton and David Robertson. Drew covers a bad stat called "Games Finished." Later, they discuss the Rays eliminating seats to generate a more "intimate setting" in Tropicana Field. Adam speaks behind enemy lines about Nelson Cruz's outlook in a Twins unifo…
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In this Episode, Adam and Drew discuss the barrage of moves occurring around the league, and catch up on news from Homer Bailey. Later, Adam takes a deepdive into the Twins pickup of Nelson Cruz, and Drew takes a final jab at Joe Mauer's salary for the sake of Twins' fans everywhere. Also, Drew puts a dad tip from Seth Lgo under the microscope. Fin…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam spend the first half discussing the latest moves and trades including Jean Segura, Patrick Corbin, Nathan Eovaldi and others. Later, an extended Behind Enemy Lines segment discusses the Twins biggest needs and possible options for the offseason. Finally, Drew closes out with a combined Mike Trout Minute and Sticking u…
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In this episode, Adam and Drew return from their month long hiatus to discuss all of the highlights so far this offseason. First, they look back in time at an optimistic Homer Bailey signing. Then, they return to the present to discuss the confusing path of the Seattle Mariners and New York Mets. Later, they discuss free agent signings and other of…
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In this Episode, Adam and Drew discuss the recent managerial hirings for the Twins and the Blue Jays, as well as the World Series. In it, they break down the last of the baseball season, and prepare for the long offseason.By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam Scheid
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the new managerial hirings for the Angels and the Reds. Additionally, they discuss the Marlins getting top Cuban prospects, and maybe turning around their franchise? Later, They wrap up the NLCS and the ALCS, and then preview the World Series. Finally, Drew makes an apology for mispronouncing Brasier.…
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In this episode, which is published several days after recording (sorry everyone!) Drew and Adam wrap up the division series and discuss the first few games of the championship series. Also, they discuss the latest news from around the league including some potential legal trouble the dodgers might be in. Thanks for Justin Conant for the tip!…
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In this episode, Adam and Drew discuss the firing of Twins' manager, and reigning manager of the year, Paul Molitor. Later, they discuss the farewell game of Joe Mauer, and whether or not it was truly a farewell game. After extensive Twins chat, Adam and Drew discuss what little playoff excitement has occurred through the first week.…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss some rec ent news around the league, and then discuss their pre-season predictions, and how they matched up to real life. Later, they make picks for the season-ending awards, and it's becomes all-encompassing endeavor, and worth a listen!By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam Scheid
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the NL Playoff races that are heating up. Later, they discuss the Mariners, and how they're back to being a joke, as well as other fun news around the league including Degrom's Quality Start streak, Christian Yelich's 2nd cycle of the year, and Blake Snell's 20th Win. After, Adam and Drew discuss rookie achiev…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the updated NL Wild Card Standings, and then proceed to discuss a bunch of whacky facts from around the league. Later, they discuss the injuries to Shohei Ohtani and Michael Kopech, and what their outlook is. Afterward, they discuss the dodgers giving away a digital bobblehead, and fall down a rabbit hole look…
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In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the unexpected position of the Dodgers and the Nationals in the standings. They also discuss the Nationals dumping important players like Daniel Murphy and Matt Adams to the Cubs and Cardinals, respectively. Later, they discuss the Red Sox recent sweep by the Rays, as well as player's weekend and several other…
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