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Baseball America
Baseball America delivers baseball news you can't get anywhere else. Covering the game from a player-development point of view, the staff of BA will deliver its take on what's going on in the world of baseball every week on its podcast, analyzing the game from the majors and minors--with an emphasis on prospects--through our unparalleled college and high school coverage.
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Nov 4, 2022 • 14min
2022 World Series: Love The Gloves
JJ Cooper breaks down the Astros Game 5 World Series win that brings Houston to within a win of a title. Today's podcast looks at how the Astros' advantages defensively played a key role in a tight 3-2 win, and we dive into the interesting Astros' bullpen construction.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 3, 2022 • 25min
2022 World Series: Cristian Javier's Magic Fastball
J.J. Cooper and Kyle Glaser break down Game 4 of the 2022 World Series, including what make's Cristian Javier's fastball so effective, his Cinderella journey from the Dominican Republic and the moment the Astros combined no-hitter felt possible.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 2, 2022 • 24min
2022 World Series: The Phillies Turn On The Power
J.J. Cooper and Kyle Glaser break down the Phillies' 7-0 win over the Astros in Game 3, including whether Lance McCullers Jr. was tipping his pitches, why the Phillies lineup is deeper than the Astros and how it's time for the Astros pitching to step up.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 31, 2022 • 20min
2022 World Series: The Series Turns To Philadelphia
Kyle Glaser and J.J. Cooper break down Games 1 and 2 of the World Series, including the never-say-die Phillies offense and Framber Valdez's emergence as a true ace, and look ahead to why Games 3 and 4 are the fulcrum point of the series.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 31, 2022 • 37min
Arizona Fall League's Most Exciting Players
Geoff Pontes is heading to the Arizona Fall League, so he and Josh Norris discuss which players he's most excited to see on his trip. Also, Geoff reflects on his first Handbook season.This episode is sponsored by Indeed. As part of our sponsorship, Indeed is offering a $75 sponsored job credit if you go to Indeed.com/BaseballAmerica. Get your $75 credit today.Terms and conditions apply. Need to hire? You need Indeed.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 27, 2022 • 35min
2022 World Series Preview Podcast
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser preview the 2022 World Series between the Phillies and Astros, including whether the Astros need to win this one to cement their legacy, how the team's match up and the Phillies path to an upset.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 25, 2022 • 36min
2022 ALCS, NLCS Recap
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser recap the ALCS and NLCS, including the Astros continued dominance, the turning point for the Phillies and Bryce Harper finally getting the appreciation he deserves.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 21, 2022 • 21min
With Roof Closed, Astros Take a 2-0 ALCS Lead
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are back with another Baseball America Playoff Podcast. Today we talk about batted balls, slices and squared up hits. And we dive deep into what makes Framber Valdez so hard to hit.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 20, 2022 • 23min
Padres Strike Back, Astros Jump Out
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper discuss Game 1 of the American League Championship Series and Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. Did the Phillies hand the Padres an opportunity? We also look at the ultimate parental quandary, dive into the differences in the Astros and Yankees approaches and discuss a slightly overlooked aspect of Justin Verlander's amazing career.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 19, 2022 • 23min
Phillies Find The Power And Yankees Eliminate The Guardians
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser break down Tuesday's playoff action, including Zack Wheeler's dominant performance, Kyle Schwarber's legendary home run and Cleveland's decision not to start Shane Bieber in Game 5 against the Yankees.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy