Best Alex Jonietz Podcasts (2024)

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Arraez Lifting Padres, Blue Jays Can't Hit, Angels Can't Win 1:09:32

3h ago1:09:32

1:09:32

EP 127: Alex and Travis open with an icebreaker on which MLB player we would pick to start a franchise. Then, they discuss how the Luis Arraez trade has helped the Padres and what it means for the Marlins going forward. Alex and Travis go on to analyze the surprisingly poor offensive numbers by the Blue Jays to start the season, before breaking dow…

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The Rise and Fall of Young Superstars, and Best Pitcher in the World? 1:08:19

16d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

EP 126: Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the players who are stuck at zero home runs to start the MLB season. They analyze the first month for several different young players, including Spencer Torkelson, Vlad Guerrero Jr., Alec Bohm, Jo Adell, and Gunnar Henderson, to determine what trends have these players playing below or above ex…

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Early Slumpers, Division Winners Odds Shift, and Expansion Mock Draft Preview 2:00:25

19d ago2:00:25

2:00:25

EP 125: This week Alex and Travis open by taking a look at the worst hitters and pitchers in MLB so far this season and determining what their issues are and if there is real cause for concern. Then, they go through each division one by one to see how playoff odds have shifted since Opening Day for each team. Alex and Travis close by detailing thei…

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Elbow Injuries, Red Sox Aces, MVP Trout, All-Star Volpe, Ex-Cardinals Thriving 1:27:59

27d ago1:27:59

1:27:59

EP 124: This week, Alex and Travis open with a discussion about the growing concern around elbow injuries for pitchers in the league today. Then, they walk through several trends early in the MLB season and determine if they think these things are overreactions or legit: Trout in MVP conversation? Volpe is an all-star? Red Sox have the best rotatio…

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OPENING DAY!!! 2024 Season Preview 2:12:01

2M ago2:12:01

2:12:01

EP 123: Alex and Travis start the episode by taking a look at each division one by one and discussing how they see each team performing in the 2024 season. They both pick a sleeper team that they think will do better than expected this year. Alex and Travis then take a look at the favorites for the MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year awards and d…

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Witt and Altuve Extended, Free Agency Reactions and Predictions 1:28:40

3M ago1:28:40

1:28:40

EP 122: Alex and Travis share their thoughts on the contract extensions of Bobby Witt Jr. and Jose Altuve, before diving into their analysis on recent free agency signings like Kershaw staying put, Liam Hendriks to Boston, Jorge Soler to the Giants, and more. Then, they break down the 5 biggest remaining free agents, Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery,…

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Burnes to Baltimore, Hader to Houston, More Hot Stove, and Hall of Fame Results 1:35:22

3M ago1:35:22

1:35:22

EP 121: Alex and Travis open with their day 1 reaction to the Orioles trading for Corbin Burnes under new ownership. They discuss how this impacts the Orioles and how the Brewers will stack up in the NL Central after trading their ace. Alex and Travis break down what the Josh Hader signing means for the Astros, before recapping other big moves thro…

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Dodgers Load Up, Weird Trades, and 2024 Hall of Fame Ballot 1:54:44

4M ago1:54:44

1:54:44

EP 120: Alex and Travis review the Dodgers' busy offseason after they load up with Yamamoto, Glasnow, Margot, and Teoscar Hernandez. Then they breakdown the other big moves across MLB: Robbie Ray to the Giants, Chris Sale to Atlanta, Stroman to the Yankees, and much more. Alex and Travis recap and critique the official 2023 All-MLB Team, before clo…

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Shohei Ohtani 1:22:27

5M ago1:22:27

1:22:27

EP 119: Shohei Ohtani etches his name in sports history again with his $700 million contract with the Dodgers. Alex and Travis discuss every angle of this monumental deal, before diving into other hot stove news and predicting landing spots for the biggest names left on the market.By Alex Jonietz and Travis Miller

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Soto to the Yanks, Ohtani Silence, and More Winter Meetings 1:10:32

5M ago1:10:32

1:10:32

EP 118: Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the Seattle Mariners taking a step back offensively as they trade away key position players. Then, they discuss the Yankees' 2024 hopes as they add Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo, before breaking down other free agency signings across MLB. Orioles bolster their pen with Craig Kimbrel; the Angels si…

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Ohtani and Acuna Unanimous, Nola Stays, Free Agency Recap 1:00:41

6M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

EP 117: This week Alex and Travis open with their reactions to Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna Jr both winning unanimous MVP awards. Then, they discuss the hirings of Mike Shildt as Padres manager and Brad Ausmus as Yankees bench coach, before jumping into the big free agency news topics of the week. Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, the Braves…

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New Managers, Awards Reactions, and Platinum Glove Winners 1:10:13

6M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

EP 116: Alex and Travis breakdown the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell, the Angels hiring Ron Washington, and all the other managerial moves across MLB to start the offseason. Then, they share their thoughts on the recently announced Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, and Cy Young Awards, before analyzing this season's AL and NL Platinum Glove awar…

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Rangers World Champs, D-Backs Fall Short, and First Look at 2024 Offseason 1:02:21

6M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

EP 115: Alex and Travis react to the Texas Rangers winning the 2023 World Series. They give their thoughts on how the Rangers were able to come out on top and what went wrong for the Diamondbacks. Additionally, Alex and Travis discuss new developments on managerial hiring rumors throughout MLB, the official announcement of Shohei Ohtani's free agen…

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Rangers and D-Backs World Series, Astros and Phillies Fall Short 1:28:30

7M ago1:28:30

1:28:30

EP 114: Alex and Travis breakdown the biggest moments, headlines, and trends of ALCS and NLCS. They discuss how the Astros and Phillies got cold at the wrong time, and they preview what a Rangers Diamondbacks World Series will look like. Additionally, Alex and Travis talk about Dusty Baker's pending retirement, Bob Melvin joining the Giants, and ma…

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Phils and Rangers Are Rolling, Plus Kim Ng Out and Woodruff Injury 46:07

7M ago46:07

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EP 113: Alex and Travis recap their thoughts on the surprises of the Division Series round, before breaking down both 2-0 series in the ALCS and NLCS. How much trouble are the Astros and D-Backs in? Who has a bigger edge between the Phillies and the Rangers? Alex and Travis close with a discussion about general manager Kim Ng's sudden departure fro…

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Twins and Diamondbacks Clutch, Rangers and Phillies Mash, LDS Predictions 2:09:14

7M ago2:09:14

2:09:14

EP 112: Alex and Travis open with their reactions to each of the Wild Card Series sweeps. Then, they preview the 2 ALDS and 2 NLDS series coming up and give their predictions for who will advance to the Championship Series. They close with their thoughts on the upcoming Angels manager decision and the Mets-Eppler investigation by MLB.…

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2023 WILD CARD PREVIEW! 39:13

7M ago39:13

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Alex and Travis host an emergency podcast to break down each of the Wild Card series to kick off the 2023 MLB Playoffs!By Alex Jonietz and Travis Miller

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70/40, a Weird Brewers Team, and Players the Media is Lying About 1:35:50

8M ago1:35:50

1:35:50

EP 110: This week, Alex and Travis open with their reaction to Ronald Acuna Jr reaching the 40 home run 70 stolen base milestone. They break down several seasons from players across MLB who are having seasons that are a lot better or worse than you would expect. Then, they discuss how the Brewers have been able to remain a legitimate playoff team d…

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Chaim Bloom Out, Ohtani UCL Surgery, Soto Sleeper, and NL MVP Update 1:25:05

8M ago1:25:05

1:25:05

EP 109: Alex and Travis open with a discussion on Adam Wainwright's bittersweet season as he reaches 200 career wins. Then, they dive into the controversial firing of Red Sox GM Chaim Bloom, before switching gears to some interesting off the field developments for George Kirby and Alek Manoah. Alex and Travis break down an incredibly underrated Jua…

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Angels, Padres, and Mets Uncertain Futures; Dodgers Stay Dominant; and Who is the NL MVP? 1:32:45

8M ago1:32:45

1:32:45

EP 108: Alex and Travis open with the spiraling Angels, what went wrong, and what they try to do in the offseason. Then they shift to the Padres and discuss how that talented roster has failed to live up to the hype. They breakdown the future of the Mets and how this could impact Pete Alonso this coming offseason, before debating how the Dodgers ha…

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NL Wild Card Chaos, AL MVP-2 Favorites, Shortstop and SP Rankings Revisited 1:22:42

9M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

EP 107: Alex and Travis open with an ice breaker question that has them draft their greatest infield of all time. Then they give their thoughts on the major fluctuations happening in the NL Wild Card race over the past couple weeks. Alex and Travis go on to discuss some of the big risers and fallers this season in the Shortstop and Starting Pitcher…

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2023 TRADE DEADLINE SPECIAL 1:41:50

10M ago1:41:50

1:41:50

EP 106: This week Alex and Travis cover all the big moves that occurred over the last week before the MLB trade deadline. They give their takes on if teams actually moved the needle on their postseason chances, and they debate which teams made good or bad decisions as both wild card races and several divisions still hang in the balance.…

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Ohtani Off-Limits, Greatest Single Day in Baseball History, Trade Deadline Moves, Awards Odds Recap 2:11:12

10M ago2:11:12

2:11:12

EP 105: This week, Alex and Travis open with a breakdown on the greatest single day of baseball ever played by one player. They die into the news that Ohtani will remain an Angel in 2023 as the Angels add Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez. The Dodgers kick off their deadline by adding depth in Kiké Hernandez and Amed Rosario. Alex and Travis proceed…

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The Ohtani Trade Deadline Debate, Fujinami to Baltimore, and What Now for the Yanks? 58:08

10M ago58:08

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EP 104: The Shohei Ohtani trade deadline buzz is becoming one of the hottest topics in sports. Alex and Travis give their takes on the situation from every angle: the Angels' perspective, potential buyers, who could extend him, his future contract, and more. Then, Alex and Travis discuss the first notable trade of the trade season as Shintaro Fujin…

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Big Trouble in Anaheim, All-Star Game Roster, and 1st Half All-MLB Team 2:00:20

11M ago2:00:20

2:00:20

EP 103: This week, Alex and Travis open with a conversation about the Shohei Ohtani decision that looms over the Angels as the trade deadline approaches. They discuss some Dodgers pitching woes and a questionable pre-season prediction, before revealing and debating their 1st Half All-MLB teams. Alex and Travis close with their thoughts on the 2023 …

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2023 All Star Game Finalists, Wild Card Race Updates, Arraez for MVP? 1:33:29

11M ago1:33:29

1:33:29

EP 102: Alex and Travis open with their selections between the finalists at each position on the 2023 All-Star Game ballot. Then, they break down some of the hot hitters in MLB right now, including Jordan Walker and Luis Arraez. They debate if Arraez can earn MVP consideration by hitting .400. Finally, Alex and Travis review the current Wild Card r…

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Ohtani-Mania, Elly Breakout, Corbin MVP Watch, Arraez .400, and Power Rankings 1:48:31

11M ago1:48:31

1:48:31

EP 101: This week, Alex and Travis catch up on the biggest headlines in MLB this month: deGrom hurt, Elly de la Cruz debut, Luis Arraez chasing .400, and Corbin Carroll's breakout as a superstar. They answer some debate questions about the Yankees struggles and about who the better young superstar is between Corbin and Julio. Finally, Alex and Trav…

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EP 100 Special! All MLB Update, May Player of the Month, and Can Anyone Prevent a Judge/Ohtani MVP race? 2:14:36

12M ago2:14:36

2:14:36

EP 100: This week, Alex and Travis open by picking the biggest surprises, both good and bad, through two months of the season. They cover respond to some fun tweets about the best lefty hitter since bonds and if it makes sense to try Ohtani as an outfielder/reliever combo. Then, Alex and Travis explain their picks for their updated All-MLB teams th…

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Midterm Report Cards for Teams and Players, and Ranking the Best #99s 1:18:47

1y ago1:18:47

1:18:47

This week, Alex and Travis open with a fun breakdown of the best #99 players across US sports in celebration of episode 99, before discussing the drama surrounding the viral Aaron Judge peek. Then, Alex and Travis go over the notable players and teams through the first quarter of the season and give out midterm report card grades.…

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Kenley 400, the Problem with the Central, and Way Too Early Trade Ideas 1:37:28

1y ago1:37:28

1:37:28

EP 98: Alex and Travis open with praise and a career retrospective on Kenley Jansen and his 400 career saves milestone. They break down some of the key pitching injuries and how they are impacting the season, specifically in the race for the AL West, before having a larger conversation about the current weakness of both central divisions and a prop…

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April All-MLB Team, Harper Returns, Major Injuries, Bad Teams, and Power Rankings 2:02:09

1y ago2:02:09

2:02:09

EP 97: Alex and Travis open with the news that Bryce Harper has been cleared to DH for the Phillies as soon as Tuesday, then they jump into other storylines across the league: bad White Sox, bad Cardinals, good Pirates, Robbie Ray out for season, Aaron Judge and Jacob deGrom to the IL. They discuss and debate their picks for the 2023 April All-MLB …

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Pitcher Power Rankings, Start/Bench/Cut, Major Injuries, Greene Extension 47:23

1y ago47:23

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EP 96: This week Alex and Travis open by recapping the players of the week. Then, they go over some of the biggest storylines in MLB: from Hunter Greene's contract extension to Jeffrey Springs' Tommy John to Logan O'Hoppe's torn labrum and more. They play a game of start, bench, cut for the breakout young left handed outfielders in Brandon Marsh, J…

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Astros and Dodgers Slow Starts, deGrom Hurt, Harper 1B, and Neto Debut 1:13:33

1y ago1:13:33

1:13:33

EP 95: Alex and Travis open with a game of Panic Meter, discussing which teams amid slow starts should be worried about their play, including the Astros, Dodgers, White Sox, Cardinals, and more. Then, they discuss hot topics around the league from another deGrom injury to Zach Neto getting called up to Pablo Lopez's extension. They close with a dis…

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Red Hot Rays, and Buy or Sell: Brewers Hitting, Cards Pitching, Adley? Plus Our First 2023 Power Rankings 1:04:37

1y ago1:04:37

1:04:37

EP 94: Alex and Travis open with this week's players of the week before diving into the top storyline: the Rays dominance. They play a game of Buyers or Sellers, discussing the AL East, the Brewers hot bats vs the Cardinals weak arms, Logan O'Hoppe rookie breakout, Adley Rutschman as the best catcher in baseball, and more. Then, Alex and Travis unv…

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2023 Season Preview, Favorite Bets, and WBC Final Reaction 1:54:16

1y ago1:54:16

1:54:16

EP 93: Alex and Travis open with their thoughts on the legendary finale of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. With Opening Day nearly upon us, Alex and Travis discuss their predictions and their favorite bets for the 2023 MLB season, from breakout candidates to award winners to playoff results and everything in between.…

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World Baseball Classic Recap, Plus AL and NL West Over/Unders 2:07:51

1y ago2:07:51

2:07:51

EP 92: Alex and Travis open with a full recap of all the storylines coming out of the group phase of the World Baseball Classic, from superstar performances to shocking upsets to tragic injuries. Then they discuss the confusing direction of the 2023 Miami Marlins after two more odd signings. Alex and Travis debate the best position players and pitc…

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2023 Top 25 Players in MLB, Machado Extension, Over/Unders for AL and NL Central 2:18:36

1y ago2:18:36

2:18:36

EP 91: Alex and Travis open with their reaction to Manny Machado's huge extension and what it means for the Padres and the 2024 free agency class. They recap some of the big injuries that have already occurred during Spring Training. Then Alex and Travis unveil their top 25 position players in MLB for the 2023 season, debating their picks all the w…

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Top 20 Outfielders, Top 10 DHs, AL/NL East Over/Unders, Burnes-Brewers Drama 1:52:52

1+ y ago1:52:52

1:52:52

Alex and Travis open with their thoughts on the drama surrounding Corbin Burnes arbitration case and how it affected his relationship with the Brewers. Then, they continue their rankings series by debating the top 20 outfielders and top 10 DHs for 2023 in MLB. Alex and Travis close with some predictions on over/under win totals for teams in the AL …

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Top 10 First Basemen, Second Basemen, Third Basemen, and Shortstops, Plus Top 5 Countries in WBC 1:52:33

1+ y ago1:52:33

1:52:33

EP 89: Alex and Travis open the show with the only major free agency news: Michael Wacha signs with the Padres. Then, they debate who are the top 5 countries competing in this year's World Baseball Classic. Alex and Travis breakdown who they view as the top 10 players at each infield position and argue for who they think is better between notable p…

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Top 10 Catchers, Starting Pitchers, and Relievers 2:00:27

1+ y ago2:00:27

2:00:27

EP 88: Alex and Travis open by recapping the recent signings and trades as hot stove season transitions into Spring Training time. Then, they reveal their rankings for the top 10 catchers, starting pitchers, and relief pitchers in 2023, followed by debates at every position.By Alex Jonietz and Travis Miller

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Hall of Famer Scott Rolen and a Reaction to the 2023 HOF Ballot Results 1:06:25

1+ y ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Alex and Travis react to the 2023 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot results, highlighted by the stunning announcement of Scott Rolen's Hall of Fame induction. Other key risers and fallers on this year's ballot, plus results and arguments for this year's newcomers and some first thoughts on the names that will be on the next Hall of Fame ballot.…

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Angels Not For Sale, Hall of Fame Debates, and the Hot Stove Continues 2:31:26

1+ y ago2:31:26

2:31:26

EP 87: In a shocking turn of events, LA Angels owner Arte Moreno pulls out of all negotiations to sell the franchise as planned, citing the need to resolve unfinished business, despite interest from several bidders. Alex and Travis also breakdown some of the recent signings in MLB free agency plus a highly debated trade of Luis Arraez for Pablo San…

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Correa to the Twins?!?! Plus Devers Extension, Big Trades, and Offseason Winners and Losers 2:03:41

1+ y ago2:03:41

2:03:41

EP 86: Alex and Travis open with biggest developing story of the offseason: Carlos Correa has signed with his third team of the offseason. Other teams across MLB reach deals with almost all of the remaining big name free agents, and young studs like Rafael Devers and Sean Murphy earn well-deserved extensions. Alex and Travis go on to break down whi…

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Correa Stuns the World, Mets Win the Offseason, Cubs Land Dansby, Sluggers Sign Throughout MLB 1:51:29

1+ y ago1:51:29

1:51:29

EP 85: This week, Alex and Travis open with the most unbelievable switch up of the offseason: the Giants did not like his medical records so Carlos Correa is heading to the loaded New York Mets. The Mets are the clear favorites for the winner of the offseason award, and Alex and Travis have to decide how Correa stacks up against the other third bas…

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Judge Returns, Correa to the Bay, Mets Keep Spending 1:28:08

1+ y ago1:28:08

1:28:08

EP 84: Alex and Travis open with the huge spending from the two New York teams as they both try to build rosters that can get over the hump. Then, they break down the past week of free agency going deal by deal to see how teams are getting better or worse so far this offseason. The perennial NL favorite Dodgers have a slow start in comparison to th…

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Winter Meetings, deGrom Goes West, All-MLB Revealed, McGriff to the Hall 2:16:10

1+ y ago2:16:10

2:16:10

EP 83: Alex and Travis open with the 2022 All-MLB first and second teams that were just announced, and they debate how deserving the selected players were of this honor. They breakdown all the biggest signings and trades, from deGrom heading West to Trea Turner heading East and everything in between. Alex and Travis go on to make the case of how th…

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Hot Stove Seasons Begins, 2022 Award Winners, Hall of Fame Ballot Newcomers 1:47:23

1+ y ago1:47:23

1:47:23

EP 82: Alex and Travis open by recapping the 2022 season award winners and discussing their thoughts on the selections. They dive into all of the trades, free agency signings, and other transactions that have occurred since the offseason began, before going over the newly announced Hall of Fame ballot additions that will be voted on in January.…

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Astros World Champs, Diaz's Record Deal, Awards Finalists, Early Judge Predictions 1:46:51

1+ y ago1:46:51

1:46:51

Alex and Travis open with their reactions to the Houston Astros winning the 2022 World Series and discuss what went wrong for the Phillies in the finals games of the postseason. As soon as the postseason ended, the offseason began, as seen in Edwin Diaz's record contract with the Mets, the announcement that Ohtani would remain an Angel, and betting…

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Yankees' Worst Nightmare, Bryce Harper's Career Moment, Astros Roll, and Padres Fall Short 1:55:32

1+ y ago1:55:32

1:55:32

Alex and Travis open by breaking down what the most recent iteration of the Yankees downfall at the hands of the Houston Astros means about these two teams, their construction, and their futures. They talk about what the big NLCS Game 5 homer by Bryce Harper means for his legacy and how the Padres just came up shy against a hotter opponent in the b…

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Phillies and Padres Stun the World, Dodgers Heartbreak, Astros Roll, Yankees Force Game 5 2:03:24

1+ y ago2:03:24

2:03:24

EP 79: Alex and Travis open with their reactions to the shocking upset of the 111 win Dodgers at the hands of the Padres. They welcome on two callers as guests and representatives of Dodger Nation to give their responses to this unexpected failure. Then, Alex and Travis breakdown the Phillies' dominant performance against the defending champion Atl…

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