Best Tressel Podcasts (2024)

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Are Luke Fickell and Phil Longo on the same page, Mike Tressel talks defensive issues 38:58

7d ago38:58

38:58

The Badgers are back from their bye week. Zach and Jesse talk about what they heard from DC Mike Tressel and coach Luke Fickell during Monday's media availabilities. The guys get into what Tressel thinks has been holding his unit back and they discuss whether Fickell and Longo are on the same page when it comes to what the offense should look like.…

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Sports & Storytelling w/ Carlee Tressel - Ball Talk 48:04

19d ago48:04

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Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of Ball Talk! This week, Brig and Brad are joined by editor for "The Under Review," Carlee Tressel. They talk about why sports are prominent in storytelling and make perfect theater. Enjoy! Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. Be sure to subscribe so yo…

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2024 MLB Playoff Primer - Episode 275 1:35:09

4h ago1:35:09

1:35:09

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brad is joined by guest host Jason and they get things started with MLB news that includes MLB putting regular uniforms back in the All-Star Game, Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skull winning the AL pitching Triple Crown, the St. Louis Cardinals are maki…

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What went right vs USC, what went wrong vs USC, fan questions 46:09

16h ago46:09

46:09

Jesse is back from LA following the Badgers disappointing loss at USC. The guys discuss what went right to help Wisconsin build a 21-10 lead and what went wrong to give up 28 straight. They also dive into some listener submitted questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. USC Trojans: Badgers Crushed in 2nd Half. What Needs to Change??! 59:16

1d ago59:16

59:16

Send us a text Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team played perhaps one of their best halves in the last 2 years, only to then play one of the worst in the 2nd half of the game on the road at once PAC-12 powerhouse USC. After a promising start to the game, what went wrong? What do we think could and should have been done differently …

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The Camp: USC postgame show 1:26:44

2d ago1:26:44

1:26:44

It was another disappointing day for the Wisconsin football team, as No. 13 USC scored 28 straight points in the second half on the way to a 38-21 win. Zach and Ben discuss the game and what it means for the Badgers moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Eric Vickery on the Spokane Indians Bus Crash - Ball Talk 37:50

4d ago37:50

37:50

Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of Ball Talk! This week, Brig and Brad are joined by author Eric Vickery. Eric wrote “Season of Shattered Dreams,” about the 1946 Spokane Indians bus crash. Enjoy! Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! C…

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A’s Are Done in Oakland - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 9/26 31:31

4d ago31:31

31:31

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started with the Oakland A’s playing their last game in Oakland, the Pittsburgh Pirates DFAing first baseman Rowdy Tellez, and some other things to keep an eye on this weekend! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the se…

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Previewing Wisconsin-USC, Overreaction or No, Week 5 picks 51:01

5d ago51:01

51:01

The Badgers are headed to USC this weekend. Zach and Jesse talk about what success looks like and the game plan Wisconsin could use to pull the upset. They also play some Overreaction or No and make their Week 5 picks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Wisconsin Badgers vs USC Trojans: 3 Big Things, Preview, Score Predictions!! 20:43

5d ago20:43

20:43

Send us a text Big Ten play is about to kickoff and the Wisconsin Badgers make their first road trip of the year to the University of Southern California Trojans! New starting QB Braedyn Locke will have his hands full with new Defensive Coordinator D'Anton Lynn and the USC defense. On the other side of the ball, Miller Moss leads the trojans in the…

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Final Week Wild Card Analysis - Episode 274 1:07:57

7d ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes the Washington Nationals demoting All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams, the Chicago White Sox tying the MLB loss record, Texas Rangers pitcher Max Scherzer says he expects to pitch next season, the C…

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Wisconsin Badgers Prepare for USC Trojans; Can Braedyn Locke Improve the Offense?? 1:00:25

8d ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Send us a text The Luke Fickell led Wisconsin Badgers had a much needed bye week in advance of a huge trip out west to play the Southern California (USC) Trojans. With Tyler Van Dyke officially out for the remainder of the season, its Braedyn Locke's time to run the offense. What can we expect after a 2 week break? Should we see a better version of…

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Playoff Team Shopping - Episode 273 Highlights 33:47

10d ago33:47

33:47

So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Is your team eliminated (or nearly eliminated) from playoff contention? Brig and Brad help you find a team you should cheer for this October. Enjoy! Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/3MNNG3F Tha…

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Cejay Suarez & Coaching at University of Maine - Ball Talk 46:36

11d ago46:36

46:36

Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of Ball Talk! This week, Brig and Brad are joined by University of Maine assistant coach Cejay Suarez. The guys talk with him about making the move from coaching at IMG Academy to Division I baseball, his experience playing college ball, and more. Enjoy! Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, …

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Clinchers and Clenchers - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 9/19 29:30

12d ago29:30

29:30

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started with teams that are clinching and others clenching, an update on LA Dodgers unicorn Shohei Ohtani chasing 50/50, and the Baltimore Orioles DFA pitcher Craig Kimbrel! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the serie…

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State of the program, Overreaction or No, Week 4 picks 51:43

12d ago51:43

51:43

The Badgers are on their bye week, so Zach and Jesse take a big picture view of the program 16 games into the Luke Fickell era. The guys then play some Overreaction or No and make their Week 4 picks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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2024 MLB Playoff Team Shopping - Baseball Together Podcast Episode 273 1:01:00

15d ago1:01:00

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Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole refusing to face Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers, Yankee pitcher Marcus Stroman is headed to the bullpen, LA Angels center fielder Mike Trout i…

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What went right in Week 3, what went wrong in Week 3 and your questions 48:49

15d ago48:49

48:49

The Badgers are on their bye week after losing to Alabama. Zach and Jesse go through the game to talk about what went right (not a lot), what went wrong (quite a bit) and they get into listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Wisconsin Badgers Suffer Huge Defeat to Alabama. Tyler Van Dyke Goes Down! WHAT NEXT FOR BUCKY?! 1:05:00

16d ago1:05:00

1:05:00

Send us a text The anticipation of the Wisconsin Badgers Alabama Crimson Tide game culminated in a crushing defeat Saturday afternoon at Camp Randall Stadium. The boys are back to break it all down and discuss where Luke Fickell and his coaching staff go from here. With Tyler Van Dyke sidelined, can Braedyn Locke carry this team and lead an offense…

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White Sox Mt. Rushmore Nominees - Episode 272 Highlights 29:49

17d ago29:49

29:49

So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Brig and Brad share their nominees for the Chicago White Sox Mt. Rushmore. Enjoy! Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/4dVLi6R Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rat…

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Ohtani Chasing 50/50 - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 9/12 30:25

19d ago30:25

30:25

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started with Los Angeles Dodgers unicorn Shohei Ohtani chasing 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases, the death of actor Jame Earl Jones, and MLB playoff races! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the series they’ll be payin…

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Alabama preview, the Crimson Tide's last trip to Madison and Week 3 picks 37:27

19d ago37:27

37:27

The Alabama game is nearly here. Zach and Jesse preview the big matchup, including a couple key players that need to play well for Wisconsin to have a chance. They also get into the fascinating story of Alabama's last trip to Madison in 1928 and give their Week 3 picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide: Game Preview, 3 Big Things, SCORE PREDICTIONS! 20:25

20d ago20:25

20:25

Send us a text One of the biggest games ever at Camp Randall Stadium is upon us, with Kalen Deboer's Alabama Crimson Tide making the trip up to Madison to face Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers! What are Rajeev and Justin's 3 big keys to the game? Can the Badgers get it done and surprise everyone with a huge upset of Alabama? Can Tyler Van Dyk…

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Phil Longo speaks on the offense, Overreaction or No, Ron Dayne to be honored 39:24

21d ago39:24

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Wisconsin offensive coordinator Phil Longo spoke to reporters on Monday. Zach and Jesse discuss what he said and debate whether he's running the offense the way he wants to. They also get into the plan for Jake Chaney's absence, play Overreaction or No and talk about Wisconsin honoring Ron Dayne on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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Chicago White Sox Mt. Rushmore - Episode 272 1:05:55

22d ago1:05:55

1:05:55

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes Atlanta Braves second baseman Whit Merrifield expressing concern about pitchers not having control, the New York Yankees call up outfielder Jasson Dominguez, the Yankees move pitcher Nestor C…

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Wisconsin Badgers defeat South Dakota. Positional Grades; Questions on Both Sides of the Ball 1:06:45

23d ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Send us a text The Wisconsin Badgers are now 2-0 after getting a win against South Dakota on Saturday! While they got the win, what questions still remain on both sides of the ball? Tyler Van Dyke has played two games now, what is the initial assessment of his performance? The boys go through their positional grades and weekly superlatives. Luke Fi…

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What went right in Week 2, what went wrong in Week 2, your questions 44:44

23d ago44:44

44:44

Wisconsin is 2-0 for the first time since 2020 but not everything is rosy for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse get into what went right against South Dakota and what went wrong. Then they answer a bunch of fan questions, including on Cade Yacamell’s role, Wisconsin’s leaky run defense, Phil Longo as offensive coordinator and more. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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September MLB Power Rankings (Emoji Tiers) - Episode 271 Highlights 27:32

24d ago27:32

27:32

So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Brig and Brad share their MLB power ranking for September as emoji tiers. Enjoy! Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/3XawPgm Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rati…

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Giants Extend Chapman - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 9/5 30:16

26d ago30:16

30:16

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started with San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman signing a contract extension, a combined no-hitter in Chicago, and the Chicago White Sox continue to be bad! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the series th…

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What success looks like in Week 2, Aaron Witt's story, Xavier Lucas is that dude, Week 2 picks 43:08

26d ago43:08

43:08

The Badgers are gearing up for a visit from South Dakota on Saturday. Zach and Jesse discuss what a successful game would look like for Wisconsin. They also get into Aaron Witt's adversity-filled journey, the excitement around freshman CB Xavier Lucas, whether Nebraska has a brighter future than Wisconsin, the UW brick controversy and our Week 2 pi…

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. South Dakota 3 BIG THINGS. How Can Wisconsin Reverse Week 1 Narrative?! 23:01

27d ago23:01

23:01

Send us a text The Wisconsin Badgers are back in action this weekend against FCS opponent South Dakota. What does Luke Fickell and his team need to prove after their less than expected performance in week 1 against Western Michigan? Rajeev and Justin return with their 3 big things mid week episode! And of course, score predictions!!…

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Cleaning up Week 1 questions, Overreaction or No? 36:07

28d ago36:07

36:07

The Badgers are gearing up for Week 2 against South Dakota, but Zach and Jesse still have some things to clean up from Week 1. That includes some different personnel groups, why Brandon Lane didn't play and why Phil Longo is still signaling plays in despite there being a speaker in the QBs helmet. Then the guys play a little Overreaction or No. See…

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September Emoji Tiers (Power Rankings) - Episode 271 59:45

29d ago59:45

59:45

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes MLB roster expansions, breaking down magic numbers for teams to clinch their playoff spots, the news that the LA Angels might not have offered LA Dodgers unicorn Shohei Ohtani a contract, Oht…

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Wisconsin Badgers Get Game 1 Win...Do We Have More Questions Than Answers??! 1:14:08

30d ago1:14:08

1:14:08

Send us a text Week 1 is officially in the books. Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Western Michigan Broncos at Camp Randall on Friday night. While a win is a win...how do we feel about what we saw? Badgers fans hoped to answer some questions about this team, but it appears we've been left with more questions, especially about Phi…

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What went right in Week 1, What went wrong in Week 1, your questions 50:18

30d ago50:18

50:18

The Badgers opened the season with a 28-14 win over Western Michigan. Zach and Jesse get together to discuss what went right and wrong against the Broncos. Then they answer a double-digit number of questions from listeners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Rating 2024 MiLB Copa Hats - Episode 270 Highlights 25:57

1M ago25:57

25:57

So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Brig and Brad rate the 2024 MiLB Copa de la Divercion hats. Enjoy! Shop Copa hats on Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/5geOmn Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/4cDHPs9 Thanks for joining us!…

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AL Central Battle Heats Up - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 8/29 29:25

1M ago29:25

29:25

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started by breaking down the race in the AL Central, Detroit Tigers shortstop Javy Baez is done for the season, and the thing that sparked the Chicago Cubs’ latest run! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the series the…

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Western Michigan - 3 BIG THINGS & SCORE PREDICTIONS 19:04

1M ago19:04

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Send us a text The Wisconsin Badgers season is finally here! Rajeev and Justin are back with their 3 Big Things mid week episodes! What are the keys to the game against Western Michigan? Can Luke Fickell's men dominate up front and show the fans what to expect this season? What version of Tyler Van Dyke do fans expect to see? And of course...score …

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Western Michigan preview, Badgers with something to prove, Week 1 picks 38:27

1M ago38:27

38:27

It's nearly game day for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss what they expect when Wisconsin opens the season against Western Michigan, including what a successful game looks like. They also get into the players saying they have something to prove, what fans should be optimistic or pessimistic about, potential changes to the transfer portal and the…

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Depth chart reactions, impact of 12-team playoff on Wisconsin, CFB coaching tiers 37:15

1M ago37:15

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Wisconsin released its first depth chart on Monday. Zach and Jesse react to it, including what the injury to James Thompson Jr. means, what the RB carry count will look like, how many WRs will play, the safety rotation and more. Then they discuss Luke Fickell's comments on what the expanded playoff means for Wisconsin and college football. They clo…

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2024 MiLB Copa Hats - Episode 270 1:09:19

1M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes something that’s never happened before in MLB, San Francisco Giants pitcher Blake Snell backs Scott Boras, New York Yankees center fielder Aaron Judge continues to hit homers, LA Dodgers DH S…

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Wisconsin Badgers Season Preview & Prediction Show!! RECORD, STANDINGS, MVP, & MORE! 1:19:37

1M ago1:19:37

1:19:37

Send us a text The wait is finally over! The Wisconsin Badgers football team and Head Coach Luke Fickell will officially kick off the season next Friday night against Western Michigan. The guys are back with a special guest to break down the schedule. Who will Wisconsin beat, and who will break Badger fans hearts?? Where will this team finish in th…

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2024 Season Preview 45:31

1M ago45:31

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The Badgers get the 2024 season underway on Friday against Western Michigan. Zach and Jesse preview Luke Fickell's second season in Madison, including the biggest questions entering Week 1, the toughest game on the schedule, potential trap games and they give their season record prediction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The All-Overpaid Team - Episode 269 Highlights 22:16

1M ago22:16

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So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Brig and Brad go through the MLB All-Overpaid Team, according to Bleacher Report. Enjoy! Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/3SUoFao Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave u…

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IMG Pitching Coordinator Dan Hadra - Ball Talk 49:21

1M ago49:21

49:21

Thanks for joining us for this week's episode of Ball Talk! This week, Brig and Brad are joined by IMG Academy’s pitching coordinator Dan Hadra. The guys talk to Dan about his playing days, coaching, and how he got to IMG. Enjoy! Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a review. Be sure to subscribe so you don’…

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Joey Votto Retires - Baseball Together Thursday Night Live 8/22 27:27

1M ago27:27

27:27

Thanks for joining us for our Thursday night livestream! Brig and Brad get things started by talking MLB news that includes Joey Votto announcing his retirement, a check in on the Wild Card races, and Jesse Winker’s wild walk-off! They’ll also run down the national TV schedule for games over the weekend, and share the series they’ll be paying atten…

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Depth chart tough calls, fall camp superlatives 35:57

1M ago35:57

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Wisconsin is 10 days out from its season opener. Zach and Jesse discuss what the potential depth chart will look like and some of the tougher calls the Badgers will make. They also do some fall camp superlatives, including player most likely to have you saying “Wow, how did he do that?”, player most deserving of more attention from the media, the m…

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MLB All-Overpaid Team - Episode 269 57:32

1M ago57:32

57:32

Thank you for checking out this week’s episode of the Baseball Together Podcast, baseball family! Brig and Brad get things started with MLB news that includes a judge ruling against a monster streaming platform, the Detroit Tigers DFA utility infielder Gio Urshela, the A’s are getting closer to a stadium deal in Las Vegas, the 2025 Little League Cl…

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Are the Wisconsin Badgers Respected Enough?! Season Preview Superlatives. Know Your Foe: Purdue 1:05:06

1M ago1:05:06

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Send us a text The boys are back along side Nick Osen, Badgers beat writer from 247Sports, to discuss final thoughts from fall camp including what Nick saw at all the practices. Are the Badgers getting enough respect nationally after filling gaps from last year's team? Where are they being predicted to finish and what do Rajeev and Justin think? Wi…

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Things in Sports That Need to GO - Episode 268 Highlights 32:08

1M ago32:08

32:08

So, you didn't have time to catch the full episode this week? We've got you covered with the highlights from the main segment of this week's episode. Brig and Brad talk about things in sports that need to go away. Enjoy! Get to the Full Episode: https://bit.ly/3ArsfCQ Thanks for joining us! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating and a r…

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