Best Fastball Podcasts (2024)

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On Deadline 55:07

17m ago55:07

55:07

With less than a week remaining before the trade deadline, Arden and Ben discuss the Blue Jays’ approach to trades (00:20) and the status of GM Ross Atkins (15:12). Plus, a player-by-player look at who could move (26:18). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian …

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Threading the needle 26:56

2h ago26:56

26:56

The Cubs are in an interesting position entering the 2024 MLB trade deadline. What should they do? Joe Girardi, Taylor McGregor, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss all the options in front of the Cubs and how they see things playing out for Jed Hoyer's front office. Our panel also reacts to Hoyer's public comments about his approach to the dea…

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Trader Mo's 1:25:14

5h ago1:25:14

1:25:14

Nate & Ben discuss a new exciting food item, fixing the extra innings rules, the upcoming trade deadline, which pitchers would make the most sense for the Cardinals to acquire, who they will likely trade to acquire said pitchers, why we will be wrong about it all anyway, and much much more! Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us …

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Behind the Cubs' 2024 MLB Draft 23:15

10h ago23:15

23:15

Vice president of scouting Dan Kantrovitz joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Lance Brozdowski and Tony Andracki about the team's 2024 MLB Draft. From top pick Cam Smith to 2nd-rounder Cole Mathis to some surprises along the way, Kantrovitz explains the Cubs' approach to this year's Draft and how it played out for the organization. Plus, we …

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None Star Week 1:41:01

7h ago1:41:01

1:41:01

Nate & Ben discuss NEW YORK CITY, taxi colors, MARGE the greatest woman ever, pizza!, the home run derby, the all star game, the draft!, JJ Wetherholt the cowboy and future star, how hyped we are for JJ, JJ projections, some of the rest of the draft, Helsley walking the red carpet, the joy of Masyn Winn, Sonny Gray's Cy Young candidacy, first half …

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A unique perspective on the state of baseball 25:39

3h ago25:39

25:39

Journeyman pitcher Dan Straily joined Lance Brozdowski on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast. Straily is a veteran pitcher currently pitching for the Cubs' Triple-A affiliate in Iowa. The former Cub was part of several big trades in franchise history - once acquired in the Jeff Samardzija/Addison Russell deal with the Oakland A's and later traded for D…

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Ep 274: Battered & Bruised (SEC Media Days + College Football 25) 50:29

1d ago50:29

50:29

Will Byrum & Trevor Hulan are back after their brief hiatus to discuss the MLB draft, Clark Lea's SEC media day remarks, & break down the new college football 25 video game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedorereport/support

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Rough Drafts 36:13

2d ago36:13

36:13

This week, we zoom out a bit as Ben wonders: have the Blue Jays drafted well? Bo Bichette was a great pick (02:14) but since then, the Blue Jays have struggled (09:52) and the repercussions have been massive (21:00). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan …

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Sutcliffe, Sandberg, Shota and Steele 25:18

2d ago25:18

25:18

Former Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe stopped by the Cubs Weekly Podcast with hosts Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez. The “Red Baron” reflected on Ryne Sandberg’s new statue unveiled at Gallagher Way. Sutcliffe shared stories about his former teammate, including car rides to Wrigley Field and spending time in meetings with Lou Piniella after their p…

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Are My Bones Bones 1:37:01

2d ago1:37:01

1:37:01

Nate & Ben discuss Ben's first MLS game, Rapid Man!, Adam Wainwright's country music takeover, feeling good about the St. Louis Cardinals?, Ryan Helsley and the All Star Game, going to NEW YORK CITY!, a division race, Willson Contreras and being awesome, Chris Roycroft's emergence, the return of NOOOOOT, what to do with Tommy Edman, and much much m…

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A historic moment 27:06

10d ago27:06

27:06

Elise Menaker joins Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast to discuss her career journey to this point and being a part in a historic Cubs broadcast on Marquee. Plus, why does it feel like every Cubs game is Groundhog Day right now? What does the offense do to get out of this 2-month-long funk? Our panel analyzes the rece…

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UnLuken the Baker! 1:26:52

9d ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Nate & Ben discuss the 4th of July, respecting the doggies and the kitties, Wonka, CALLING UP LUKEN BAKER, finding ABs for Luken Baker, the best centerfielder in baseball, not giving up home runs, not hitting a ton of home runs, Alec Burleson, Donny, Graceffo's promotion!, Jacob Bosiokovic, the return of Noot, the futures game, Tink Hence and Quinn…

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Setting Summer Strategy 1:01:28

10d ago1:01:28

1:01:28

It’s time to set a summer strategy. Ben and Arden start by discussing the Blue Jays’ best approach to the trade deadline (4:46) before touching on some issues in the bullpen (28:10) and what’s next for Bo Bichette (40:59). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN This podcast is produced and soun…

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Picking The Best Songs From The First Eight Rush Albums 54:33

19d ago54:33

54:33

Picking The Best Songs From The First Eight Rush Albums https://www.classicrockhistory.com/By ClassicRockHistory.com

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Time For a Reset? 1:05:09

15d ago1:05:09

1:05:09

The way things are going, it’s time to look ahead to 2025. Ben and Arden start with a big-picture look at the franchise (00:34) before discussing Orelvis Martinez’ suspension (19:05) and the vibe around the Blue Jays (25:25). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christ…

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Talking Steely Dan & Other Nonsense 23:22

16d ago23:22

23:22

Talking Steely Dan & Other Nonsense is a conversation between Brian Kachejian and Thomas Neokleous of ClassicRockHistory.com about the first Steely Dan songs and album purchases they made in the 1970s that spins out into an amusing conversation. https://www.classicrockhistory.com/By ClassicRockHistory.com

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Assessing the 2024 Cubs at the midpoint 28:13

17d ago28:13

28:13

As the Cubs reach the midpoint in the 2024 season, the Cubs Weekly Podcast tries to answer a critical question — is this who the Cubs are? Andy Martínez and Joe Girardi discuss what the Cubs can do to right the ship. The pair break down some of the Cubs’ offensive woes and how a good stretch can help turn a team. Girardi offers some insight of the …

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....Tommy Deadman? 1:38:17

17d ago1:38:17

1:38:17

Nate & Ben discuss A CHALLENGE, the recent Cardinals success, the return of Willson, feeling okay about the Cardinals, feeling uneasy still, the trade deadline, the mysterious entity known as Tommy Edman, Matz' setback, Nootbaars return and what it means for the team, winning games, the trade deadline, and much more! Talking About Birds is listener…

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Ep. 273: Hello Darkness My Old Friend (Top 5 Sports Movies) 1:00:09

17d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Will Byrum & Trevor Hulan are back to discuss the CWS, Hacksquat's battle with Vol nation, & Vanderbilt baseball's recent offseason activity. Will & Trevor also give their top 5 sports movies of all times. Give us your top 5 on Twitter or comment on YouTube! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedorereport/support…

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An Interview With Carmine Appice 2024 30:04

17d ago30:04

30:04

An Interview With Carmine Appice 2024 with Brian Kachejian of ClassicRockHistory.com https://www.classicrockhistory.com/carmine-appice-the-classicrockhistory-com-interview/By ClassicRockHistory.com

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Let the Kids Play 47:17

24d ago47:17

47:17

First it was Barger and Horwitz, now Orelvis Martinez is up, too. This week Ben and Arden discuss the Jays’ recent plateau (00:26), where they’d have to be to justify buying (21:06) and the state of the depleted Jays bullpen (42:04). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered b…

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Are the Cubs in their Redemption Era? 27:06

24d ago27:06

27:06

The word of the day is "redemption" for the Chicago Cubs. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki break down the Cubs' big series win over the Giants and how they got to that point, including clutch performances from Kyle Hendricks and Dansby Swanson. The offense is showing signs of life, the starting rotation continues to excel but the bullpen has been a …

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The Three Catcher Problem 1:22:21

23d ago1:22:21

1:22:21

Nate & Ben discuss Dads & Grads, Ben's race, Pikachu sliders, Pedro Pages, staying positive, not being positive, Miles Mikolas' stretch of dominance, the quieted offense, how the offense can get loud again, the return of Willson and the curse of too many catchers, what to do with Steven Matz, what to do with Tommy Edman, the Rickwood game, Willie M…

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Searching for solutions 27:48

1M ago27:48

27:48

On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki address the biggest issues facing the Chicago Cubs over the last month-plus. When is it time for fans to panic and when does it stop being "too early" to draw conclusions about a team? Our podcast duo drills down on the Cubs' offensive inconsistencies, the bullpen con…

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Mo Cheese Please 1:37:28

1M ago1:37:28

1:37:28

Nate & Ben discuss ben's upcoming Pokemon car race, visiting Busch Stadium for Blogger/Podcaster day, hugging other podcasters, eating too many hot dogs, burning hands with hot cheese, asking Mo "great questions," Mo's eventual obvious retirement, pitching labs, the return of Willson, Miles Mikolas being good, what to do with Steven Matz, and much …

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Ep. 272: Skunk City (Locked In for Dog Days) 35:16

1M ago35:16

35:16

Will Byrum & Trevor Hulan are back to recap Vanderbilt Baseball's disappointing end to the season. Will and Trevor also discuss Vandy Baseball's staff changes and recent football recruiting news. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedorereport/support

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Jays in the Murky Middle 1:14:00

1M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

The Blue Jays are below .500, but they’re still in the Wild Card mix (07:58). Ben and Arden discuss the Spencer Horwitz promotion (34:43), how much patience veteran hitters deserve (45:29) and the open fifth rotation spot (55:26). Additional audio from MLB.com. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by C…

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The slugging situation 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

Former big-league catcher and manager Joe Girardi drops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast for a chat on the Wintrust Crosstown Series and a refreshing attitude from the current players on the rivalry. Girardi shared some of his best pranks as a manager and his memories of Ryne Sandberg, plus his overall thoughts on the 2024 Cubs during the first two month…

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Doinking Dongs 1:29:15

1M ago1:29:15

1:29:15

Nate & Ben discuss Ben's first 5k, trying to water sky, the upcoming Bloggers + Podcasters day at Busch Stadium, the loss of Nootbaar, Gio DudeWaffle's return, Jose Fermin's role, Pallante the starter, a very strong offensive May, the sadness that is Arenado, Masyn Winn on the rise, the dominant bullpen and it's path to being not dominant, solving …

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Chasing the Elite 56:06

1M ago56:06

56:06

Two months in, the Blue Jays are looking way up at MLB’s elite teams. Arden and Ben break down the team’s playoff chances (11:36), Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s move to third (26:00) and some big pitching questions (42:35). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound eng…

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Ian Paice Of Deep Purple 2024 Interview with Brian Kachejian of ClassicRockHistory.com 37:17

2M ago37:17

37:17

Ian Paice Of Deep Purple 2024 Interview with Brian Kachejian of ClassicRockHistory.comBy ClassicRockHistory.com

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Running Hot and Cold 55:51

1M ago55:51

55:51

The Blue Jays are hitting again, but they have real questions elsewhere (3:40). Ben and Arden start with a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (11:24), before discussing Alek Manoah’s health (25:18) and the state of the bullpen (33:06). Additional audio from Sportsnet & Sportsnet 590 The FAN Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced …

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Cooked Cardinals? (w/ Dan Szymborski) 1:54:45

2M ago1:54:45

1:54:45

Nate & Ben are joined by Dan Szymborski (Fangraphs, ZIPs) to discuss cats, Arby's, video games, the creation of ZIPs, adjusting projections as the game evolves, how teams utilize internal metrics vs what the rest of the world uses, the long term problems with the Cardinals and the overall issue with how baseball is set up, more video games, and muc…

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Ben Brown and his 'angry' fastball 25:01

2M ago25:01

25:01

Rookie pitcher Ben Brown stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast for a conversation about his big-league career to date, including his historic start Tuesday night in Milwaukee. Brown touched on a variety of topics from the unique ways he works to recover and keep himself healthy to the players that have had an impact on him early in his career and the ad…

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Ep. 271: Our Little Podcast (VandyBoys Regional Preview) 47:41

2M ago47:41

47:41

Will Byrum & Trevor Hulan are back to recap Trevor's continuous battle with 104.5 The Zone. Will and Trevor also preview Vanderbilt baseball's upcoming regional. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedorereport/support

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An Interview With Miles Zuniga & Tony Scalzo Of Fastball 1:03:00

2M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

Interview With Miles Zuniga & Tony Scalzo Of Fastball talking about their brand new album entitled Sonic Ranch. The interview also digs deep into pop culture and what inspired the band.By Fastball

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Joe's Fastball Frenzy: Scheffler's Legal Scuffle, Premier League Thrills, MLB Money Madness, and NFL Speech Firestorms 29:12

2M ago29:12

29:12

Send us a Text Message. When the law tees off against one of golf's finest, Scotty Scheffler, my jaw hits the floor. Join me, Joe, as I unravel the drama behind Scheffler's surprising arrest before a major tournament and its potential impact on his career. But that's just the beginning – we're also dissecting the heart-pounding finale of the Premie…

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Big-League Stew 1:06:23

2M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

The home run jacket. The trade deadline. Steward Berroa. Arden and Ben cover big topics on this week’s ATL, breaking down the Jays’ struggling bats (07:44) and deadline options (36:44) before giving the rotation some credit (50:35). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by …

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The Hendricks Conundrum 27:23

2M ago27:23

27:23

The Chicago Cubs are moving Kyle Hendricks to the bullpen, creating a bit of an awkward situation around a veteran who has pitched so many big games for the franchise in the last decade-plus. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki analyze the move and what it means for the rest of the Cubs pitching staff. Plus, what will the team do to fix the slumping of…

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Bad Fastballs w/ Kyle Reis 1:26:40

2M ago1:26:40

1:26:40

Nate is abroad for this weeks show and friend of the show Kyle Reis joins Ben! They discuss the rough start to the season, Sonny Gray and the death of the machismo baseball player, what the Cardinals are doing well and not so well when it comes to developing pitchers. They also chat about rising and falling prospects in the system, why the future m…

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Joe's Wild Pitch: Yankees' Resilience, NFL International Showdowns, and Steelers' Strategy – Unraveling the Upcoming Sports Season 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

Send us a Text Message. Ever wonder how the Yankees could possibly stay afloat with their ace on the bench or which NFL international matchup is set to thrill fans across the pond? Well, buckle up, because on Joe's Wild Pitch, we're swinging for the fences with hot takes and deep dives into the wild world of sports – all with a personal twist that'…

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The Time for Results Is Now 58:44

2M ago58:44

58:44

Big picture, the Blue Jays have some big looming questions (00:19). Arden and Ben break down the team’s upcoming schedule (09:52) before giving Yimi Garcia some credit (23:47) and wondering what’s next for Alek Manoah (35:20). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christ…

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A game of Jenga 27:13

2M ago27:13

27:13

The Cubs are playing a game of Jenga with their bullpen lately, searching for any combination of healthy arms that doesn't cause the precarious structure to topple. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki are joined by former pitcher Sean Marshall to discuss the potential avenues for how the Cubs can resolve their bullpen concerns and what the team can do …

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BBL Baseball 1:31:49

2M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

Nate & Ben discuss starting a feud like Drake and Kendrick, going to a White Sox game, Star Wars & Star Trek, the confusing situation the Cardinals find themselves in, the potential resurgence of the offense, remembering its against the the Angels, how bad the Angels are, bring back Jordan Walker, Dylan Carlson vs Siani, Matt Carpenter the Professi…

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Ep. 270: Tailgate of the Apes (Vanderbilt Baseball Recap) 56:43

2M ago56:43

56:43

Will Byrum & Trevor Hulan recap the last 2 weeks of Vanderbilt baseball and look forward to their weekend series on the road against #2 Kentucky. Will & Trevor also talk about the tailgate on the 25th ave garage, 5 inch inseam shorts, & give an update on Vanderbilt basketball & football recruiting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti…

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Pressure Increasing on the Blue Jays 1:12:15

3M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Coming off a challenging road trip, Ben and Arden get into how the next several weeks could impact Toronto’s strategy at the trade deadline (01:49), some short-term adjustments the club could make, (30:39) and Alek Manoah’s return (56:19). Additional audio from MLB.com Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca This podcast is produced and sound enginee…

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Return to health 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

It was a big week for the Cubs as they welcomed back both Justin Steele and Cody Bellinger from the IL while Seiya Suzuki is not far behind. Our panel of Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki analyze what Bellinger's return means for the Cubs lineup, how the team's rotation has been performing lately - particularly Shota Imanaga - and what to make of the…

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We Got No Food, We Got No Jobs, Our Catcher's Arms are Falling Off! 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

1:32:54

Nate & Ben discuss Cinco de Mayo, the millennial event of the year, the injury to Willson Contreras, Herrera and Pages as backups, Gallegos (dudewaffles) a d the mysterious case of should impingements, Roycroft, Mycroft Holmes, Dylan Carlson's return, the terrible series against the White Sox, the return of mCarp, Matz and his replacement, fixing t…

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Where Do the Jays Go From Here? 1:12:25

3M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

The Blue Jays can’t score and it’s costing them. On this week’s episode, Shi Davidi joins Ben to discuss the state of the offence (00:31) and pitching (35:06), the possibility of trades (53:17) and where it will all lead this summer (1:08:00). Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca Additional audio from MLB.com. This podcast is produced and sound en…

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April recap 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

The Cubs had the most wins in an April since 2016 while dealing with plenty of adversity. The team has put up a successful month despite everything and the Cubs Weekly Podcast breaks it all down. As the calendar turns to May, the Cubs face offensive and defensive struggles, seven players on the injured list but continue to churn out wins. Andy Mart…

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