Best Rob Napoli Podcasts (2024)

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BIB on the Radio: Phillies On The Rise, Braves On The Decline, And Mike Trout Is Out Again 13:24

34m ago13:24

13:24

Bradfo is on the radio, this time he makes an appearance with 'Dukes And Bell' on 92.9 The Game. The crew is discussing the Braves getting swept in Seattle, the Phillies surge to the top of the NL East, and the latest Mike Trout injury To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn …

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BIB on the Go: Why Tyler O'Neill Isn't Afraid Of The Home Run Derby 8:26

1h ago8:26

8:26

If there is anybody we should be hoping is in this year's Home Run Derby it is Red Sox outfielder Tyler O'Neill. Not only is O'Neill hitting a lot of home runs, but he is also displaying the kind of sleeveless batting practices that beg for an appearance in the event. Bradfo catches up with O'Neill to talk Home Run Derby and the science of his BP. …

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BIB on the Go: A Team Needs Veterans And Rookies In Order To Compete, Not Just One Or The Other 20:31

25m ago20:31

20:31

Bradfo And Julian fire off a great rant regarding how major league clubhouses - and the players who are in them - are viewed by front offices and why players like Jackson Holliday succeed or fail upon being introduced to the big leagues. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear…

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The Eye Test: Julian McWilliams Takes On Clubhouse Culture 29:35

7h ago29:35

29:35

We are embracing a new member of the Baseball Isn't Boring family, Julian McWilliams. The former A's and current Red Sox beat writer has jumped aboard the BIB Express to start a new segment - 'The Eye Test'. Julian joins Bradfo to kick things off with his reasoning behind launching the podcast, while also immediately firing off a great rant regardi…

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BIB on the Radio: Will Yoshida's Lack of Playing Time Lead To A Trade Request? 11:54

1d ago11:54

11:54

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time in his weekly appearance with the 'Jones and Mego Show' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Yoshida playing time quandary, Noah Kahan's first pitch, and the Red Sox nearly landing the Giants rising star pitcher Jordan Hicks this offseason To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https…

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BIB on the Go: Garrett Cooper Discusses Joining The Red Sox 7:01

2h ago7:01

7:01

New Red Sox First Baseman Garrett Cooper talks with the Boston Media about joining the Red Sox, his role with his new team, and his surprise DFA by Chicago To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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John '8-Mile' Schreiber Is Talking Trade, Royals And All-Star Game 30:04

36m ago30:04

30:04

John Schreiber has experienced a lot in the last couple of months, including being part of rare early-spring training trade from the Red Sox to the Royals. The man we call '8-Mile' joins Bradfo to give us all the behind-the-scenes info and action when it comes to being dealt and how he felt about that whole situation. Schreiber also talks about one…

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BIB on the Go: What Mike Napoli Learned From Terry Francona 12:15

12m ago12:15

12:15

Mike Napoli has learned a lot from a lot of managers. But, as he explained during his appearance on the podcast, perhaps nobody has been more impactful than Terry Francona. Nap sits down with Bradfo to explain his relationship with the former Cleveland skipper, while also looking back at his iconic shirtless stroll down Boylston St. To listen to th…

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On Deck: Sitting Down With Potential Top Draft Pick Chase Burns 25:28

10h ago25:28

25:28

It's never too early to get to know some of the players whose names will be called at the 2024 MLB Draft during the All-Star festivities. The Number 7 Ranked 2024 MLB Draft Prospect on Bella Geskos's Preseason MLB Draft Prospect Power Rankings is Wake Forest University Starting Pitcher Chase Burns. Bella Geskos sits down with Burns to get the what'…

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HR Derby News, Noah Kahan And Our Manager Of The Future, Mike Napoli 30:16

1h ago30:16

30:16

What a way to start the week! Bradfo is talking with Tyler O'Neill about doing the Home Run Derby sleeveless, introducing Noah Kahan to his potential backup singer, Brock Holt, and participating in a lengthy sit-down with Cubs first base coach Mike Napoli. Napoli's presence on the podcast is important considering Baseball Isn't Boring is deeming hi…

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The Alex Cora Running Club 21:17

39m ago21:17

21:17

Sometimes we have to take a look behind the curtain when it comes to the mindset of major league managers. And that's exactly what Bradfo is doing with Red Sox manager Alex Cora on this podcast. Cora has been very public about how taking up running has opened doors that he felt had closed, allowing for a different approach and confidence in doing h…

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BIB on the Go: Sitting Down With the Talk Of Baseball, Mason Miller 12:42

2h ago12:42

12:42

There is no pitcher in baseball who is getting more buzz right now that Oakland closer Mason Miller. So, it only made sense for Jeff Joyce to catch up with Miller to talk about what's what when ti comes to his momentous first month of the 2024 season. Nobody in baseball throws harder, and certainly few have been as dominant as Miller. Want proof? T…

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BIB on the Go: Explaining The Excellence Of Shota Imanaga 8:59

16m ago8:59

8:59

It is a perfect time to talk about Cubs rookie Shota Imanaga, especially considering he pitched another gem Friday night, limiting the Red Sox to one run over 6 1/3 innings. So, what makes this guy tick? Bradfo turned to his teammate Kyle Hendricks for an insightful look at Imanaga. Hendricks explains how unique the lefty is and things he has learn…

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BIB in the Go: Triston Casas Offers Details On His Injury 8:28

21m ago8:28

8:28

Injured Red Sox First Baseman meets with Boston Media to discuss the timeline for his injury and when he foresees returning to the Sox lineup To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Buster Olney Is Back And Talking Cora, Counsell and Cubs 29:24

5d ago29:24

29:24

ESPN's Buster Olney returns to the podcast and this time he is joining Bradfo to talk about the Cubs and the wide-ranging impact their new manager Craig Counsell has had on contracts and the Cubs. The guys take a deep dive into how managers are viewed (and paid) while trying to see if Chicago might be able to slip into the elite of the elite of maj…

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BIB on the Go: Why Has Jackson Holliday Struggled So Much In MLB So Far? 9:01

18h ago9:01

9:01

Courtney Finnicum And Jonny Gomes discuss the reasons behind Jackson Holliday's struggles in Baltimore, going just 2-for-34 in 10 games at the big league level thus far To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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BIB on the Go: Austin Hedges Relays His Uncomfortable Draft Story 6:53

23h ago6:53

6:53

All has worked out for Austin Hedges, who is coming off winning a World Series ring with the Rangers and now resides on the team with the best record in baseball, the Guardians. But Hedges' introduction to professional baseball was a bit uncomfortable, as he relayed to Bradfo. The catcher recounts how a potential celebratory Draft Day ended up with…

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Pitch And Moan: Will The Ump Show Ever End?!?! 32:58

1d ago32:58

32:58

The 2nd episode of Pitch And Moan is Here! Hosts Courtney Finnicum and Jonny Gomes rant about all the latest happenings around baseball including the Guardians hot start, Jackson Holliday's slow start, the Ump Show taking over the MLB, and the series they are looking forward to this weekend To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice…

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Cora In The Afternoon: Talking Brayan Bello And Masa Yoshida 11:19

2d ago11:19

11:19

Alex Cora meets with the Boston media to discuss the latest regarding Brayan Bello and Masataka Yoshida's health To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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BIB on the Go: Ellen Adair Gives Her Theory Behind The Uptick In Injuries 13:57

2d ago13:57

13:57

Actor/baseball expert Ellen Adair, is back to make some pretty powerful cases. Ellen joins Bradfo to give a convincing argument when it comes what is the roots of the problem regarding this injury epidemic To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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The Great Ellen Adair Absolutely Sold Us On The Phillies 54:51

2d ago54:51

54:51

One of our favorites, actor/baseball expert Ellen Adair, is back to make some pretty powerful cases. Ellen joins Bradfo to not only give a convincing argument when it comes what is the roots of the problem regarding this injury epidemic, but she also does a masterful sales job on her Phillies. By the end of the podcast you are going to be absolutel…

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BIB on the Radio: An Injured Casas Is Being Replaced By... Bobby Dalbec?!?! 14:15

8d ago14:15

14:15

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time in his weekly appearance with the 'Mego and Jones Show' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Triston Casas injury, his potential replacement, and the Red Sox starting rotation To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad cho…

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BIB on the Go: Rich Hill Gives His Take On The Reason Behind The Uptick In Arm Injuries 24:53

7d ago24:53

24:53

Rich Hill sits down with Bradfo and he doesn't hold back in his opinions on the problems MLB has with its injury epidemic, giving great detail as to how there might be some solutions. Always informative. Always entertaining. It's Rich Hill. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy L…

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BIB Vault: Sitting Down With the Newest Oriole, Top Prospect Heston Kjerstad 11:12

3d ago11:12

11:12

The Orioles are calling up yet another Top 50 prospect. This time it's friend of the podcast Heston Kjerstad. With the promotion of Kjerstad - who absolutely tore up Triple-A in his first 21 games this season - it seems like a good time to surface the sit-down Bradfo had with the outfielder last September. The conversation will give you a better id…

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Rich Hill Has Opinions And He's Not Afraid To Share Them 52:43

3d ago52:43

52:43

Rich Hill is still an active player, planning on jumping back into the major leagues after coaching his son's young league teams for a few months. It's why his word carry so much weight. And that's the reason why this podcast is so powerful. Hill doesn't hold back in his opinions on the problems MLB has with it's baseball and it's injury epidemic, …

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BIB on the Go: Catching Up With Josh Lowe, A Standout From The 2016 Draft 9:05

4d ago9:05

9:05

Josh Lowe had his breakout big league season in 2023, but has been slowed this year due to an oblique injury. But the Rays outfielder is on the cusp of returning to Tampa Bay, having already hit a home run in his rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham. Bradfo caught up with Lowe to reflect on his path to being taken 13th overall. Of the first 13 pla…

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BIB on the Go: Power Ranking The Top 5 Offseason Acquisitions With Producer Evan 20:24

4d ago20:24

20:24

Even though we're not even out of April, it is a good time to reflect on who might have won the offseason with key acquisitions. And there is no better way to dive into the conversation than to have Producer Evan give his five-best offseason pickups, explaining the selections with Bradfo. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …

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It's Time To Look At The Best Offseason Acquisitions (And Talk To One Of Them) 38:32

4d ago38:32

38:32

Even though we're not even out of April, it is a good time to reflect on who might have won the offseason with key acquisitions. And there is no better way to dive into the conversation than to have Producer Evan give his five-best offseason pickups, explaining the selections with Bradfo. But even before we get to Evan's list, there is a great conv…

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BIB on the Go: The Excellence Of Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt 8:54

5d ago8:54

8:54

The Guardians have the best record in all of baseball, with new manager Stephen Vogt seemingly pushing all the right buttons. Bradfo sit down with both Cleveland president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti and Vogt, himself, to get a feel for how the replacement for Terry Francona was picked, and what he is all about when viewing young players…

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BIB Vault: Get To Know The Newest Red Sox, Magic Man Tyler Heineman 24:42

5d ago24:42

24:42

Tyler Heineman is back in the big leagues, being promoted by the Red Sox. It is the fifth organization he has experienced the major league life with. Heineman is known throughout baseball as being the best magician in the game - actually serving as Baseball Isn't Boring's official magician. But he is also an elite defensive catcher, as some of the …

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BIB on the Radio: Play Tessie Guys From Portland; Kenley Tackles Injury Epidemic 50:26

5d ago50:26

50:26

Bradfo is back on the radio with the Baseball Isn't Boring Show on WEEI and it is far from boring. The conversation begins with a boots-on-the-ground report from Hadlock Field in Portland, Maine from the 'Play Tessie' guys - Gordo and Sammy - who give the what's what when it comes to flannel shirts and top prospects. Bradfo also surfaces his talk w…

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The John Sterling Retirement Press Conference 24:49

6d ago24:49

24:49

Yankees Legendary Broadcaster John Sterling meets with the New York media to discuss his decision to retire, the timing of his retirement, and looks back at his illustrious career To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices…

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How Ron Washington Helped Mold New Red Sox Second Baseman Vaughn Grissom 13:18

6d ago13:18

13:18

With Vaughn Grissom on the precipice of becoming the Red Sox' second baseman - having come over from the Braves in a trade for Chris Sale - Bradfo catches up with the 23-year-old to talk about his biggest influence. The name Ron Washington comes up a lot. Grissom explains how the current Angels manager helped mold him, while also taking a deep dive…

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BIB on the Go: Daniel Bard Takes On Pitchers' Injury Epidemic 25:25

7d ago25:25

25:25

There are few players in Major League Baseball who are more thoughtful than Daniel Bard, which is why his conversation with Bradfo on the epidemic of pitchers' injuries is so fascinating. Bard surfaces some of the possible reasons for the injuries, while taking a deep dive into each one of them. To listen to the entire Bard podcast, click here. To …

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BIB on the Go: What Baseball Player Can Have The Caitlin Clark Effect? Triston McKenzie Has Some Thoughts 7:42

7d ago7:42

7:42

Baseball is still in a battle to get the attention of a younger demographic, and players like Cleveland's Triston McKenzie are part of that solution. Bradfo reunited with McKenzie to get his take on what player in baseball might be able to have the same impact on newcomers to the sport as Caitlin Clark recently managed for women's basketball and th…

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Talking With Chris Antonetti, The Man Whose Team Has The Best Record In Baseball 29:54

7d ago29:54

29:54

It seemed like a great time to talk with Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti considering his team owns the best record in baseball. Bradfo and Chris discuss the plan that went behind constructing this version of the Guardians, and the tough decision that came with replacing Tito Francona. There is also that feeling of owning …

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BIB on the Go: The Three Players That Made Tanner Houck Fall In Love With Baseball 11:05

8d ago11:05

11:05

Bradfo catches up with the man of the hour, Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck, just hours after pitching a 1-hour, 49-minute complete game. The guys dive into the topic of how players in all sports can inspire to fall in love with the teams and the games. It's the Caitlin Clark dynamic. Houck identifies the three players that pushed him toward baseball,…

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Daniel Bard Opens Up About His Injury And The Injury Epidemic 44:25

12d ago44:25

44:25

Daniel Bard is returning to the podcast and he has some news to share. Sitting down with Bradfo, the reliever reveals exactly what led to his season-ending elbow issue and he is viewing his career going forward. Bard also takes a fascinating deep dive into what he believes is causing all of these pitchers' injuries, surfacing some very compelling t…

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BIB on the Go: Steven Kwan Responds To Being Named The Hitter Version Of Joe Kelly 6:27

13d ago6:27

6:27

After Joe pointed out that Steven Kwan was the hitter version of himself, it was only right that we caught up with Steven Kwan to get his point of view of that comparison and the battle they had To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/…

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BIB on the Go: Rob Refsnyder Talks Returning From Broken Toe 6:22

13d ago6:22

6:22

Bradfo catches up with Red Sox Utility Man Rob Refsnyder to discuss his return from broken toe and playing some first base To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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BIB on the Go: Mike Trout Discusses The Trials And Tribulations On His Journey To The Bigs 6:55

10d ago6:55

6:55

Bradfo catches up with Angels Superstar Mike Trout to discuss how long it took him to feel like he belonged in the big leagues, his advice to up and coming prospects, and why he believes it's important to play multiple sports from youth until high school To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pr…

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What Is It Like When You Get Your Big Chance? Mike Trout, Jo Adell Explain 24:41

13d ago24:41

24:41

Top prospects are getting promoted all over the place. Jackson Holliday. Forrest Whitley. Jack Leiter. They are just some of the newcomers to MLB who have great expectations along for the ride. It's not all that easy. Bradfo talks to some people who know the dynamic of suddenly living that big league lifestyle - Two former top prospects - Mike Trou…

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BIB on the Radio: Will The Red Sox Ever Have An Errorless Game? 13:11

14d ago13:11

13:11

Bradfo is back on the radio, this time in his weekly appearance with the 'Mego and Jones Show' on WEEI. The crew is discussing the Red Sox defensive miscues, Kenley Jansen's comments on the podcast, and Larry Lucchino To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad…

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Sweeny Murti Expertly Reflects On The John Sterling Era 32:43

14d ago32:43

32:43

Few had such a great front row seat to the work and calls of Yankees broadcaster John Sterling than Sweeny Murti. That's why it was perfect timing for Bradfo to catch up with Sweeny to talk about all things Sterling, with the iconic voice of the Yanks stepping down from the booth Monday. Murti - who worked as part of the Yankees broadcast for WFAN …

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BIB on the Go: Ceddanne Rafaela Talks Playing Shortstop, Dealing With Contract 5:34

15d ago5:34

5:34

With the news that Ceddanne Rafaela as getting the start at shortstop for Monday morning's game at Fenway Park, it was a good time for Bradfo to catch up with the rookie. Rafaela talks about how he views playing outfield compared to infield, and also his mindset in the days after signing an eight-year contract extension. To learn more about listene…

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Kenley Jansen Is Back And He Has Things To Say 27:19

16d ago27:19

27:19

Friend of the program Kenley Jansen is back and more opinionated than ever. This time Jansen is taking on Major League Baseball's approach to pitchers and how they are being asked to adjust to the new world of the pitch clock. The conversation with Bradfo stems from Jansen's belief that rushing the pitchers is the No. 1 reason for the injury epidem…

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BIB on the Radio: Should Ceddanne Rafaela Move To Shortstop? 53:51

18d ago53:51

53:51

Bradfo is joined by the Play Tessie guys - Gordo and Sammy - to debate the hottest of hot topics at Fenway Park: Should the Red Sox move Ceddanne Rafaela from center field to shortstop? The debate rages on during the trio's appearance on the 'Baseball Isn't Boring Show' on WEEI, with plenty other hijinks and laughs along the way. To learn more abou…

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MLB Power Rankings: Can The Yankees Leapfrog The Dodgers? 27:39

20d ago27:39

27:39

It's MLB Power Rankings time with Producer Evan and he has some spicy takes. The second five of Evan's Top 10 is flush with teams you never thought would crack the list, while the top of the top is going to cause some debate (especially in New York). The No. 1 Power Ranker in all of baseball joins Bradfo to offer up his list. To learn more about li…

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The Incredible Story Of Finding Sudden Star Ronel Blanco 24:58

20d ago24:58

24:58

Miami Marlins assistant GM Oz Ocampo has played a role in plenty of players finding their way to the major leagues. But there might not be a better story among all of them than that of Ronel Blanco, the Astros starter who began his 2024 season with a no-hitter and then followed that up with five more no-hit innings in his next outing. Oz joins Brad…

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BIB on the Go: Lucas Giolito Discusses Seinfeld & Curb Your Enthusiasm 10:00

20d ago10:00

10:00

Red Sox Starter Lucas Giolito sits down with Bradfo to discuss his grandpa's cameo on Seinfeld and gives his take on the Seinfeld vs Curb Your Enthusiasm debate To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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