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The Athletic's flagship baseball podcast features some of the best writers and thinkers in the game. With rumors, analytics, trivia, prospects, rankings and big name interviews, we've got you covered from Spring Training through the World Series. MONDAY: Starkville with Jayson Stark & Doug Glanville | WEDNESDAY: The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and friends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 54min
The 3-0 Show | Hader to Houston, the Astros' Championship Window, and Reduced Spending...In Boston?
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the Astros’ addition of Josh Hader, and wonder how much longer the championship window will stay open in Houston with free agency looming for Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve. Plus, they look at a handful of other recent free agent signings, and wonder if the reduced appetite for spending in Boston will be a one-year blip given their historical tendencies.Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 2024 • 41min
The Roundtable | Relievers who think they can start & who has had the most disappointing offseason
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about relievers who think they can be starters, who has had the most disappointing offseason so far and we break down the Eagles getting knocked out of the NFL Playoffs.-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig-Follow Grant on X/Twitter: @GrantBrisbee*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 2024 • 54min
The 3-0 Show | Shōta Imanaga to the Cubs, Chaim Bloom's Role in St. Louis & NL Central Observations
Eno, DVR and Katie discuss Shōta Imanaga's move to the Cubs, and the next steps in the team's offseason as they aim to contend in the NL Central. Plus, they look at the Cards' winter thus far, including the recent addition of Chaim Bloom to the front office, before taking a quick trip around the rest of division. Follow Katie on Twitter: @katiejwoo Follow Eno on Twitter @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 10min
Starkville | Bruce Bochy on his 4th ring, celebrating the new running lane and Jayson heads to another HOF
4-time World Series champion manager Bruce Bochy is back. Does he have a favorite team? What if he didn't come back? Does he think about the World Series? All that and much more.Trivia from Kyle Speicher: Name the three Rays hitters who were drafted by and played in the All-Star Game for the RaysIn the Doug-out, Doug celebrates the changing of the running lane!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 2024 • 45min
The Roundtable | Yamamoto to the Dodgers, Sale traded to Atlanta & Sign a player palooza
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about Yamamoto signing with the Dodgers, Chris Sale traded to the Braves & sign a player palooza.-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig-Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 2023 • 41min
DVR & Ardaya: The Dodgers' Big Winter Continues
DVR and Fabian Ardaya discuss the latest big move by the Dodgers -- the acquisition and extension of Tyler Glasnow -- an offseason that appears to be far from over. They discuss the Rays' return in the trade, the expectation of more moves to come from the Dodgers, their relative lack of postseason success despite steady regular season dominance, and the other teams trying to keep pace in the NL West. Plus, how long would *you* wait for In-N-Out?Follow Fabian on Twitter @FabianArdayaFollow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshowGive the gift of The Athletic this holiday season! A one-year gift subscription is just $19.99 at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 2023 • 46min
The 3-0 Show | Ohtani Details, A Yamamoto Pitch, Jung Hoo Lee to the Giants & Pivots for Blue Jays and Angels
Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the latest intriguing details from Shohei Ohtani's unique contract with the Dodgers, plus the effort to bring Yoshinobu Yamamoto to Los Angeles. Additionally, they discuss Jung Hoo Lee's new deal with the Giants, Cody Bellinger as a likely more expensive alternative, and ways the Blue Jays and Angels might move forward with their offseason plans. Follow Britt on Twitter @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter @DerekVanRiper*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshowGive the gift of The Athletic this holiday season! A one-year gift subscription is just $19.99 at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 2023 • 46min
The Roundtable | Ohtani signs with the Dodgers & what ripple effects does it have on MLB and other teams
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys talk about Shohei Ohtani signing with the Dodgers and what is the ripple effect it will have on MLB and other teams that missed out on him.-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig-Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 2023 • 48min
Starkville | Dave Stewart on the A's moving, Nashville baseball and more from the Winter Meetings
Starkville moves to Nashville and MLB's Winter Meetings this week. Former A's great Dave Stewart joins the show to talk about his efforts to bring baseball to Music City and who's to blame for the A's move out his home town, Oakland. He also tells stories of growing up in Oakland and sneaking into A's games and the history of his relationship with Reggie Jackson from childhood into his playing days and more.In the Doug-out, Doug pays tribute to Frank Howard with a great story from his playing days.Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 6, 2023 • 41min
The Roundtable | Winter Meetings Day 3- Dave Roberts Ohtani comments, Verdugo to the Yankess & Stephen Nesbitt joins the show
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys are live from the Winter Meetings in Nashville and they talk about Dave Roberts comments on meetings with Othani, Verdugo traded to the Yankees & Stephen Nesbitt joins the show.-Follow Andy on X/Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on X/Twitter: @MarcCarig-Follow Grant on X/Twitter; @GrantBrisbee-Follow Stephen on X/Twitter: @stephenjnesbitt*Check out our YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.