Best Bat Flips Podcasts (2025)

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BFMD 357 - Barge and In Charge 45:26

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The Blue Jays have won seven in a row, including two walk-off wins, and are now 3 games ahead of the Yankees and Rays in the AL East. Addison Barger and George Springer continue to slug, and the Jays are getting huge contributions from guys like Braydon Fisher in the bullpen. The guys do some historical trivia, and preview the upcoming schedule. RI…

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Episode 379 - MLB Pubs and All-Star Snubs 1:03:01

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Ben, Rob and John hop on the microphones to discuss MLB's announcement of a Hackney Bridge takeover event in August and the teams we could be seeing on our shores in 2026. They then dive into discussion of All-Star selections, the greatness of Tarik Skubal and which teams ought to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline! 00:00-01:45: Intro 01:45…

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MLB June 2025: Monthly Questions for EVERY Division Answered! AL & NL Updates! 1:15:07

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MLB 2025 June Breakdown: Rays’ Secret Sauce, Tigers’ AL Central Grip, Wild Card Chaos & More! Dive into the hottest MLB topics as of June 30, 2025! How do the Tampa Bay Rays keep defying odds, and are they a real AL East threat? Have the Detroit Tigers locked up the AL Central? We analyze the AL West Wild Card race with Seattle Mariners, Los Angele…

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Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer dives deep into his red hot season so far and Rangers manager Jeff Banister talks Jose Bautista's iconic bat flip and more on today's show 1:16:15

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Guests: Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer, former Texas Rangers manager Jeff Banister This week in Deep Left Field, we present two in-depth, long form, incredible conversations. First, we get to know left-hander Eric Lauer, who emerged seemingly out of nowhere to be arguably the Jays' best pitcher over the past couple of months, and inarguably the one t…

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Want To Play Catch? I Did It Everyday For a Year. 26:17

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Hear the stories. and lessons learned from playing catch everyday for a year. I met some interesting people and learned some valuable lessons that would have alluded me if I had not began this quest in June of 2024. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com…

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4 games, 36 runs, +13 run differential, 1st place: The Blue Jays sweep the New York Yankees 25:32

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Guest: Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes The Blue Jays have swept their way into first place by beating the New York Yankees four straight – the first time that has ever happened in Toronto. The Jays scored 36 runs over the four-game sweep, coming from behind twice and rebounding from blowing an eight-run lead once, in four intense games in an incr…

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The Blue Jays are in first place after beating the Yankees 11-9 and Davis Schneider, Myles Straw and Chad Green join Deep Left Field 1:02:07

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Guests: Blue Jays reliever Chad Green, outfielders Davis Schneider and Myles Straw This week in Deep Left Field, we talk to three of your first-place Toronto Blue Jays. Davis Schneider, who homered twice in Wednesday's win and is hitting .400 in the Yankees' series through the first three games, talks about the run he's been on, the run the team…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep11 - Paris Pinball Addict: How The Pinball Industry Needs To Change 2:00:25

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Guillaume Fau (aka Paris Pinball Addict) joins us to break down the global pinball scene and we don’t hold back. We talk pinball ambassadorship, international markets, and the step-by-step process this industry should be following when announcing and releasing games. With years of large-scale marketing experience, Guillaume lays out how transparenc…

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game 28:49

9d ago28:49

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Statue Decisions, Baseball Marketing, and What Makes a Great Beer GuyBy Ryan

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BFMD 356 - Time to Make a Big Trade? 1:01:36

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Coming off of a series win in Boston, Justin and Patrick take a look at where the Jays are at and preview a tough July schedule. Is it time for the team for the team to make a trade? The rotation could use added depth due to the age of the veteran players leading it, and the lineup could certainly use some more thump. Could the Pirates be a trading…

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BFMD 355 - Spicy Series Win in Cleveland 1:03:51

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After a series win that featured some spice, Justin and Patrick discuss relatiation for hit batters, Max Scherzer's return, and a trip to Fenway for a series with the struggling Red Sox. Should Mason Fluharty be sent to Buffalo? When can we expect to see Varsho, Garcia, Santander, and Burr back? The guys also take a look at a few notable prospects …

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep10 – After Hours: Electric Bat Arcade with Rachel & Cale 1:36:55

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How do you run a full-blown pinball bar until 2 AM every night and stay married? Rachel and Cale from Electric Bat Arcade break it all down—logistics, love, location pinball, and late-night arcade life in Tempe. We talk running machines in the desert heat, Arizona pinball culture, and how to build a community one quarter at a time. Praise the Great…

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2025 BatFlip Podcast MLB All-Star Game Ballot 53:17

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2025 BatFlip Podcast MLB All-Star Game Ballot Reveal! Join us on the BatFlip Podcast as we unveil our picks for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game! From top sluggers to ace pitchers across the American and National Leagues, we break down our votes, highlight standout players, and debate potential snubs. Who deserves a spot in the Midsummer Classic? Perfect…

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Episode 378 - UNTIL MONEY DO US PART 52:31

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In this episode of Bat Flips and Nerds, host Ben is joined by Rob and Russell to discuss the recent Rafael Devers trade from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants, the implications of this trade, and the ongoing performance of various MLB teams. The conversation also covers Rob's recent trip to San Diego, the experience at Steinbrenner Fie…

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BFMD 354 - Jays Take Two from D-Backs 50:18

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Behind strong pitching from Bassitt and Lauer as well as two big home runs from Bichette and Barger, the Toronto Blue Jays were able to take two of three from the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Jays remain in the second American League Wild Card spot as the season nears the halfway point. Justin and Patrick discuss lineup construction, Kevin Gausman's s…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep09 – The Hunt Begins: Predator Pinball with Daniel Janson 1:03:50

20d ago1:03:50

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The widebody has landed. We sit down with Daniel Jansen, CEO of Pinball Brothers, to talk about their new Predator machine: the rules, the features, and the sheer guts it takes to bring a licensed behemoth like this to life. We dig into the use of AI in their teaser campaign, the implications of AI-generated art in the industry, and whether high im…

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Blue Jays are two games behind the Yankees for first place in the AL East; on the show this week, Diamondback Randal Grichuk and Jay Braydon Fisher 49:34

20d ago49:34

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Guests: Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Randal Grichuk, Blue Jays pitcher Braydon Fisher This week in Deep Left Field, we catch up with an old pal Randal Grichuk, who played four seasons for the Jays, is back in Toronto for the first time since being traded to the Colorado Rockies in spring training of 2022. We look back at his time here, at th…

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The Best Kind of Storm in Oklahoma! Meet Chris Storm. 57:33

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Meet Chris Storm, college professor, baseball fan, cap collector, stadium traveler and all around great guy. Hear about his life in minor league sports management, enjoy tales of his baseball travels and learn how much the fandom of his favorite university influenced the naming of his son. HATS program founder. Chris Storm - @hatstorm - Instagram a…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep08 – Brewing Beans & Flipping Dreams: Tony from What’s Brewing 1:42:15

21d ago1:42:15

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We head south to San Antonio to talk to Tony, the owner of What’s Brewing, a coffee roastery that also happens to double as a pinball arcade. We get into the grind of running two very different scenes under one roof, from roasting beans to repairing flippers, and how a city like San Antonio shaped the culture of both. Turns out, coffee people and p…

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MLB Bombshell: Devers to Giants Trade, Ohtani Pitches Again, Injury Updates & Roman Anthony Call-Up! 1:00:19

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MLB 2025 Blockbusters: Rafael Devers Traded to Giants, Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Return, Injury Roundup & Roman Anthony’s Call-Up! Join us for an explosive episode breaking down the biggest MLB news of June 2025! We dive into the stunning Rafael Devers trade to the San Francisco Giants, Shohei Ohtani’s epic return to the mound with the Dodgers, a ML…

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Living in the Past 25:38

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People have an odd fascination with wanting to go back to live in the 80's or 90's. Might be tougher than you think.By Ryan

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Jordan Romano, Don Mattingly and son, Phillies GM Preston Mattingly 55:50

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Guests: Phillies closer Jordan Romano, Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly and his son, Phillies general manager Preston Mattingly The Blue Jays chose not to tender a contract to homegrown closer Jordan Romano, who is third on their all-time saves list, this winter, and he was snapped up by Philadelphia pretty quickly. He came back to Toronto and g…

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Where I Come From - Hear From My Dad, Jerry McCutchen 28:56

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Reflecting on some of the life lessons I learned from my dad. I relate stories about my father, including a couple that I recorded before he passed in 2024. Jerry McCutchen, aka Mullett, was my hero. Hard working, competitive, tough with the highest level of integrity, he was a leader among leaders. I miss him everyday and want to continue his purs…

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BFMD 353 - Captain Kirk Sweeps the Cards 1:10:42

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Justin and Patrick return after a Blue Jays sweep of the Cards to highlight what has been going right, and what lurks in the darkness for this club. Alejandro Kirk is red hot, the home runs have started to come, and the pitching staff is bending but not breaking. The guys also do a soda pop tier list.…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep07 – Davey of Stumblor Mods / The Art of The Pinball Modding 1:48:25

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Davey from Stumblor joins Dirty Pool to discuss how one of the most respected names in pinball modding became a quiet powerhouse. Twitch – https://twitch.tv/dirtypoolpinball YouTube – https://youtube.com/@DirtyPoolPinball Instagram – https://instagram.com/dirtypoolpinball Facebook – https://facebook.com/dirtypoolpinball Known for high-end, limited-…

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2025 College World Series & MLB Draft w/ Greg Zumach: Top Prospects & CWS Preview! 1:13:58

30d ago1:13:58

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2025 College World Series & MLB Draft Breakdown with Greg Zumach! Join us for an exclusive episode featuring baseball expert Greg Zumach as we dive into the 2025 College World Series and the top MLB Draft prospects to watch! From standout players like Aiva Arquette and Liam Doyle to rising stars in Omaha, we cover the best college baseball talent, …

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Inside the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame banquet with Jose Bautista, Greg Hamilton, Larry Walker, Ernie Whitt, Denis Boucher and more 1:07:25

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BFMD 352 - Jays Top Phillies, Mitch Keller a Trade Target? 39:46

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After the Toronto Blue Jays completed a THUMPING of the Philadelphia Phillies, Justin and Patrick break down what went right in the series win. Alejandro Kirk and Ernie Clement can't stop hitting, the bullpen has been teriffic, and Chris Bassitt and Jose Berrios were excellent. The Jays are now firmly in the Wild Card race and head to Minnesota to …

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Blue Jays associate manager DeMarlo Hale, plus A's outfielder Denzel Clarke 1:00:10

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DeMarlo Hale, Athletics/Baseball Canada outfielder Denzel Clarke This week in Deep Left Field, we sit down with DeMarlo Hale for his thoughts on the Blue Jays season so far. Hale thinks a season is best looked over after each third, so we look back at the first third and forward to what he thinks the team can accomplish over the next couple of mont…

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The Commish - Nick Weisenborn: Executive Director of the Mid America League 21:31

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Nick Weisenborn is the Executive Director of the Mind America League, a hybrid summer league in the central and southern US. Contact Nick at [email protected]. X - @n_weisenborn Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep06 – Chad The Bird Loves Worms and Pinball 1:21:30

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This week’s guest has a lot to say—and somehow says it all without moving his lips. We get into pinball, performance art, and the unique acoustics of Logan Arcade. Let’s just say this one might take flight in unexpected directions. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:15 - What Are You? 00:02:32 - Did I Pay Chad? ... No. 00:03:30 - Bi-coastal? Bi-Polar. 00:04:00…

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MLB 2025: Soto Struggles, Cards Real?, Rockies Worst?, Tigers Best?, Rangers Sell + Injuries! 1:14:21

1M ago1:14:21

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MLB 2025 Hot Takes: What's Wrong with Juan Soto? Are the Cardinals Legit? Rockies Worst Team Ever? Join us for an explosive episode diving into the biggest MLB stories as of June 2, 2025! We break down Juan Soto’s struggles with the Mets, whether the St. Louis Cardinals are true contenders, and if the Colorado Rockies could be the worst team in MLB…

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BFMD 351 - Barger & Clement Lead Jays in Sweep of A's 47:36

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The Toronto Blue Jays are back at 3 games over the .500 mark after a 4-game sweep of the Athletics. With big contributions coming from Ernie Clement and Addison Barger, Justin and Patrick discuss how to keep them in the every day lineup when Andres Gimenez returns from the IL. The guys also discuss the crowded outfield and preview w…

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Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame Chair Jeremy Diamond on Jose Bautista and other inductees, plus Padre Tim Leiper and ump Steven Jaschinski 1:18:00

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Guests: Former Blue Jays/current San Diego Padres coach Tim Leiper, major-league umpire Steven Jaschinski, Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Board Chair Jeremy Diamond This week in Deep Left Field is all about the true north strong and free! Tim Leiper joins us to reminisce about his Jays days and talk about Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame i…

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Head West Young Man! - Meet Jacob Kauffman, Baseball Writer and Superfan 10:16

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Jacob travels to minor league and minor league adjacent ballparks across the country. I met him at an Abilene Flying Bison game since he was wearing a jersey of a team from the league that wasn't actually playing that night. Turns out, Jacob and I have a lot in common. Follow Jacob on Instagram - @therealjacobb Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - …

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep05 – Maker of Mischief: David Van Es from Barrels of Fun 1:47:20

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David Van Es joins us to talk about launching Barrels of Fun, building a creative-first pinball company, and the wild process behind their debut game Labyrinth. With Dune now on the line, we dig into how his background in film and licensing feeds into game development—and why the second act might be even more ambitious than the first. 00:00:00 - In…

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Mac's Mid America Musings - Opening Week 31:03

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Weekly update for the Mid America League, a collegiate wood bat summer league. Teams in the league include the Abilene Flying Bison, Ft. Smith Marshals, Joplin Outlaws, Piney Woods TimberHogs, Sherman Shadowcats, and Texarkana Rhinos. Features statistical leaders as well as notable events and entertaining stories from one of the newest summer leagu…

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Episode 377 - The 2025 All-Breakout All-Stars 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

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Russell, Darius and Ben hop on the microphones to briefly chat latest MLB news before sinking their teeth into a discussion around the breakout stars at each position so far in the 2025 season. There are shoutouts for multiple Tigers, a high-flying Cub and.. dear god.. two separate Rockies players?! 00:00-05:57 - Intro and latest MLB news 05:58-14:…

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BFMD 350 - Bats Wake Up to Sweep San Diego 44:52

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After a sweep of the reeling Padres, Justin and Patrick return to discuss how the Jays were able to pull it off. They got great pitching from Bassitt, Gausman, and the bullpen over the 3 game set and tons of production from up and down the lineup. With the sweep, the Jays climb back above .500 and head out on a road trip to play the Rays and Ranger…

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Blue Jays centerfielder Daulton Varsho, third baseman Addison Barger, Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele and more 1:01:05

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Guests: Blue Jays centerfielder Daulton Varsho, third baseman Addison Barger, Buffalo Bisons manager Casey Candaele This week, we talk to two of the players most consequential to the Jays' recent turnaround that has seen them win eight out of 12 games going into their May 22 series finale against the San Diego Padres. Daulton Varsho leads the team …

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She's Only in High School? Meet the Official Photographer for the Abilene Flying Bison 40:56

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Meet Kinsey Lawrence, recent high school graduate and photographer for the Abilene Flying Bison Summer collegiate team. Follow Kinsey: Instagram - @kinsey.rae.photography X - @KinseyRLawrence Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep04 – Ian Jacoby of Nudge Magazine 1:26:10

2M ago1:26:10

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Talking pinball lifestyle and punk rock with Ian Jacoby, founder of Nudge,a print only pinball magazine that’s flipping the bird to digital trend. We dig into why print still matters, the aesthetics of rebellion, and the dedicated art of saying no to AI.. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:16 - Welcome! 00:00:58 - Jeff May Introduced Me To Nudge @heytherejeffr…

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MLB Drama: Brandon Hyde FIRED, Jose Alvarado SUSPENDED, Dream Team USA WBC Lineup & More 1:02:51

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MLB BREAKING NEWS: Brandon Hyde FIRED, Jose Alvarado SUSPENDED! Join us as we dive into the latest baseball drama, analyzing the shocking dismissal of Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde and the controversial suspension of Jose Alvarado. Plus, we build the ultimate Dream Team USA WBC lineup for the World Baseball Classic! From top MLB players to…

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BFMD 349 - Keegan Matheson - The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays 1:06:19

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It has been over SIX YEARS since Keegan Matheson last appeared on the show, and today he makes his triumphant return weeks before his new book, The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays, hits shelves across the country. Justin, Patrick and Keegan discuss the process of curating the stories included in the book, wrangling John Gibbons to write the foreward, …

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Episode 376 - TALES FROM THE EAST & WEST COAST 1:10:45

2M ago1:10:45

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In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, Russell, John and Ben discuss various topics in baseball, including the ongoing situation with Raphael Devers and the Boston Red Sox, the surprising revelation that the Pope is a Chicago White Sox fan, and the recent firing of Rockies manager Bud Black. They also share their experiences watching baseball on th…

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BFMD 348 - Roller Coaster Rays 42:58

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After a rough series loss to the Rays, Justin and Patrick discuss what has been a very inconsistent season for the Blue Jays starting rotation. The guys discuss the lineup, bullpen usage, and what to expect when a very good Detroit Tigers team visits Toronto this long weekend. Tune in Monday when we will have a special guest making their return to …

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Rookie left-hander Mason Fluharty, pitching coach Pete Walker and our very own Gregor Chisholm 1:09:32

2M ago1:09:32

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Guests: Blue Jays reliever Mason Fluharty, pitching coach Pete Walker, Toronto Star baseball columnist Gregor Chisholm This week in Deep Left Field, we introduce you to rookie left-hander Mason Fluharty, who came within six outs of throwing a "perfect game" out of the bullpen. As the Jays hit the one-quarter mark of the season, we catch up with pit…

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A Family Affair 19:57

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My Wife, Carol, talks about what the 2024 Abilene Flying Bison season meant to her and how our chase of 100 ballgames in person has gone thus far. I hope you enjoy hearing her perspective and excitement about attending games. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com…

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Vegas Bat Flip 39:31

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Gambling, Forgiveness, Bat Flip, VegasBy Ryan

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep03 – Jonathan Bergeron From Punk to Pinball 1:06:55

2M ago1:06:55

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From tagging as ZEN in Montreal’s graffiti scene to illustrating Jurassic Park, Dune, and Labyrinth for Stern and Barrels of Fun—Johnny Crap has carved a path through art that’s anything but ordinary. In this episode, we trace Jonathan Bergeron’s evolution from punk-fueled muralist to in-demand illustrator, designing merch for Slayer and Guns N’ Ro…