The Windup: A show about Baseball

Dive into the MLB's thrilling Phase 2 as the hosts break down pivotal matchups and competitive dynamics. Emmanuel Clase's gambling controversy adds a layer of intrigue, sparking discussions about ethics in sports betting. They explore the exciting trajectories of rising stars like Nick Kurtz, and reflect on historical legacies that shape the game. From the exhilarating rush of winning to the complexities of team performance, there's plenty to keep baseball fans engaged and entertained!

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. The guys talk about how Andy eliminated the D-backs last show with his thoughts. Also, they talk about the best player who could be traded and what they each really want to see happen at the Trade Deadline. -Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBBHosts: Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough & Sam MillerExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starkville | Former OF Mike Cameron joins us this week in Starkville. He tells many stories about his former teammate Ichiro Suzuki on and off the field. He talks about how Ichiro was something we have never seen before in baseball, how he made him a better player, what Ichiro was like off the field and much much more.Strange But True: A game ends in extra innings on a walk-off catchers interference, yeah you read that correctly.Call To The Bullpen: We take some voicemail calls from listeners, including 1 wanting to know the guys favorite baseball books.Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. The guys talk about Ronald Acuña's insane throw this weekend and where does it rank amongst the all-time great throws. Also, they talk about if they think the Arizona D-backs should be buyers or sellers at the Trade Deadline.-Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBBHosts: Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough & Sam MillerExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. The guys give some first half takeaways and their thoughts on the All-Star Game & swing off to end it. Also, they talk about if the Big Dumper can wrestle the MVP away from Aaron Judge and they talk about things they are excited for in the second half of the season-Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBBHosts: Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough & Sam MillerExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. The guys debate if there is a dropped 3rd strike and not running it out epidemic in baseball. Also, they break down what they think of the Cubs and if they need to make a few big moves before the Trade Deadline. -Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBBHosts: Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough & Sam MillerExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starkville | Future Hall of Famer Billy Wagner joins Starkville this week. He talks about how excited he is for his upcoming induction into the HOF, what he’s looking forward to the most during that weekend, how he knows it will be emotional, but wants to sit back and take it all in and much much more.Strange But True: A major league debut at the plate starts with a catchers interference and its a very rare thing to happen.Trivia: Question from Jeff Peveto- Name the only 3 pitchers to win at least 100 games and save at least 50 since 2000.Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. The guys talk about if All-Star snubs and flubs really an important thing to talk about since of them will be named to the ASG this week. Also, they discuss the Nationals make some big moves this weekend by firing their GM and Manager and if strikeout milestones and records are gonna be harder to break in the future. And some special furry friends decide to chime in during the show-Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBBHosts: Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough & Sam MillerExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starkville | Cubs Catcher Carson Kelly joins us this week in Starkville. He talks about how special it would be to be named an All-Star, why he decided to sign with the Cubs, the changes in the catching position, growing up as a Cubs fan, how special he thinks his team can be this season and much more.Strange But True: The Orioles have a 0 sandwich in a game last week where they hit 3 homers in a row and still lost.Trivia: Question from Paul McCord- Gone are the days of pitchers with double-digit complete games any given year, but the era's career leaders are still among the best of their era. The active leader is Justin Verlander with 26 complete games. Only 4 others who debuted in the 2000s have more. Who are they?Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable! Grant, Andy and Sam are here to talk about all the big MLB news and stories. Sam is on vacation this week, so The Athletic's Astros writer Chandler Rome joins the boys. They try to figure out how the Astros are doing their usual Astro thing when everyone didn't think they could do it coming into the season. Also, they talk about if anyone likes and/or understands the All-Star voting and they "break" some injury news at the end of the show.-Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Sam on X/Twitter: @SamMillerBB-Follow Chandler on X/Twitter: @Chandler_RomeHosts: Grant Brisbee & Andy McCulloughExecutive Producer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.