The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz Hour 1: Chris Cote, The Showman (feat. Tim Kurkjian)
May 29, 2025
Tim Kurkjian, renowned MLB analyst and writer, joins the conversation with his trademark insights and quirky baseball stories. He engages in the Looks Like game while Chris Cote humorously munches on a Blizzard. They delve into unforgettable moments in basketball, the emotional impact of classic baseball films, and the rarity of intentional walks. The lively banter is sprinkled with trivia, thoughts on player analytics, and hilarious hygiene mishaps, showcasing their playful rapport and love for sports.
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Unrepeatable Basketball Shot
- Tim Kurkjian vividly recalls Don Nelson's rare playoff basketball shot that went extremely high and straight through the hoop.
- Even the great shooter Brian Magid failed to replicate it despite intense effort, underscoring its uniqueness.
Leadoff Hitters Strikeout Shift
- Modern baseball leadoff hitters strike out more as teams prioritize power hitting over contact skills.
- This shift means leadoff hitters like Javi Baez and Shohei Ohtani now strike out more without penalty.
Aaron Judge's Hitting Evolution
- Aaron Judge's near-.400 average is miraculous given today's hardest-hitting environments.
- His evolution from a frequent swinger to a disciplined hitter makes him spectacular almost nightly.