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The Athletic
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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Nov 7, 2022 • 48min
The Roundtable | Astros win the World Series & Free Agency Rumors
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in the MLB Postseason. The guys break down the Astros winning the World Series & where they think some of the top free agents might end up this offseason.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on Twitter: @MarcCarig-Check out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 2022 • 37min
TABS Live | Looking back on the Astros no-no and previewing Game 5
Tim McMaster is joined by The Athletic's Phillies reporter Matt Gelb and Sam Blum who's been covering the Astros this Postseason to answer all of your questions. Can the Phillies bounce back after being no hit? Can Justin Verlander bounce back after another World Series dud? The guys cover all the angles before an all important Game 5.-Follow Matt on Twitter: @Matt Gelb-Follow Sam on Twitter: @SamBlum3-Follow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster-Check out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 2, 2022 • 56min
The 3-0 Show | A Series Turn in Philly?
Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the Phillies' big win in Game 3 of the World Series and whether Lance McCullers was tipping pitches, or if he was simply too predictable. Plus, they wonder why the Astros didn't utilize their pitching depth sooner, if this Phillies squad as is improbable as any other recent World Series club, and answer a question about the risks of a long-term deal for Aaron Judge.Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshowFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperCheck out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 1, 2022 • 36min
The Roundtable | Breaking down the 1st 2 games of the World Series & new manager thoughts
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in the MLB Postseason. The guys break down the 1st 2 games of the World Series, the non-existent hate on Justin Verlander's postseason struggles & thoughts on some of the new MLB manager hires.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on Twitter: @MarcCarig-Check out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2022 • 54min
Starkville | Brad Lidge on the highs and lows of closing for the Astros and Phillies
Brad Lidge experienced the lowest of lows closing for the Astros and the highest of highs closing for the Phillies. He visits Starkville to talk about those moments as well as the 2022 World Series and more!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterCheck out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2022 • 31min
Ken's Mailbag | Does a win validate Astros, how is Juan Soto a Gold Glove finalist and more
As the World Series shifts to Philadelphia, Tim and Ken have plenty to talk about on the mailbag. Ken opens the show by discussing what an Astros championship means for the legacy of the players and organization. In the mailbag...-Will the pitch clock affect pitchers during free agency this winter?-Why was the layoff so long before the World Series?-Is marketability considereded when teams trade for players?-Does baseball have enough parity?-Is pitching velocity actually up or is it a change in radar guns?-Why was Juan Soto nominated for a Gold Glove?-Explaining playoff shares?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email tabaseballshow@gmail.com.Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterCheck out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 2022 • 48min
DVR & Law | Elsewhere in Baseball
DVR and Keith discuss a few non-World Series storylines around baseball including the Padres' next steps to make another run in 2023, the Yankees' offseason outlook with Aaron Judge's foray into free agency and pressing needs on the roster, David Stearns stepping down in Milwaukee, and a managerial changes for the Rangers and Marlins.Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperCheck out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 2022 • 54min
The 3-0 Show | World Series Preview & Predictions!
Eno, Britt & DVR preview the World Series matchup between the Astros and Phillies and discuss keys to the series, potential bullpen issues for the Phillies (shocker), reasons to consider joining each team's October bandwagon, and of course, their predictions for the series winning club and MVP honors.Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshowFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperCheck out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 2022 • 49min
The Roundtable | Breaking Down The ALCS/NLCS & Previewing The World Series Phillies-Astros
Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in the MLB Postseason. The guys break down the 2 Championship Series and talk about about the different approaches for the teams & they preview the Phillies-Astros World Series.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on Twitter: @MarcCarig-Check out our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 2022 • 1h 21min
Starkville | How on earth did the Phillies make the World Series?
Phillies broadcasters Scott Franzke and Tom McCarthy are back for the 2nd time in a month as the Phillies clinch an unlikely spot in the World Series. What has changed since the last time Scott and Tom joined Jayson and Doug?... EVERYTHING! They talk about all the breaks that went Philly's way, the greatness of Bryce Harper and much more.Plus Strange But True focuses on that wild NLCS Game 4 and listener trivia has a World Series vibe!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleFollow Tom on Twitter: @TMacPhilsFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterCheck out this interview and more at our YouTube page: https://bit.ly/TABSYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.