Best Eric Kirby Podcasts (2025)

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Weekend Roster Decisions & Waiver Wire Considerations 1:18:47

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3d ago1:18:47

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Eno and DVR discuss the recent struggles of Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco's cool down in May following a torrid start to the season, comps for Parker Meadows now that he's returned from the IL, Ronny Mauricio's path to short-term playing time with Mark Vientos on the IL expectations for Eury Pérez as he returns from Tommy John surgery, and other weeke…

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Fearing the Fade: Starting Pitcher Regression Candidates 59:46

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a lengthy absence of Pablo López following a Grade 2 teres major strain, and wonder if Chase Burns' arrival in Cincinnati might come earlier than expected with Hunter Greene's return to the IL. Plus, they dig into the regression cases of several starting pitchers -- including the always puzzling Andrew Abbott, Kris Bubi…

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Jac Caglianone Debuts & Park Factors v. Park Effects 56:31

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Eno, Jed and DVR discuss the highly-anticipated debut of Jac Caglianone on Tuesday night, and take a quick stroll down memory lane to remember Jed's debut back on April 15, 2008. Plus, they discuss the diminished stuff from Spencer Strider, Corbin Burnes' second opinion, and Eury Pérez's upcoming return to the Marlins' rotation, before looking at t…

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Memorial Day Special: Grading the Administration 1:34:53

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This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical …

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What Did We Find On This Mysterious Road? - April 26, 2025 1:26:30

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We talk about a wild array of things, including movies, The Twilight Zone, Paranormal reality TV shows, the problem with photographing the paranormal, automatic writing, EVP's, Kundalini, and more... Outro Music is Momy Fortuna with Sleeping Man on a Blue Moon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Foxtrot in Kandahar, Part 1: Snakes and Lightning | CIA 51:26

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In late 2001, veteran CIA Officer Duane Evans deployed to Afghanistan as part of the US response to 9/11. This is his story. In Part 1, we find Duane as he swears vengeance against Al Qaeda - and moves mountains to get himself to the heart of the action. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Pr…

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Tons of weekend news & Where the Money Went with Eric Samulski 1:09:09

7d ago1:09:09

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Eno is joined by Eric Samulski of Rotoworld to talk about a busyyyy weekend of news. A lot of call-ups, injuries and moves this weekend. Also, they talk about where the money went in some of the moves of the weekend. Rundown 4:57- Jac Caglianone called up by KC 9:40- Corbin Burnes is hurt 14:57- Mookie Betts fractures toe 20:54- Varsho & Santander …

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Prospect Watch with Geoff Pontes & Weekend Waivers 1:04:38

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Eno is joined by Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to talk about some of the upcoming prospects to look for soon in the big leagues and some names that are making a push to get into the upcoming Top 100 list. Also, Eno breaks down some of the big news of the day and talks about some Weekend Waiver picks to click. Rundown 1:20- Rays Option Chandler S…

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Reliever Bonanza!! 56:38

11d ago56:38

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Eno & Trevor go on a reliever bonanza and talk everything reliever from the past 4 seasons to the future. They breakdown the best relievers of the past 4 years, some of the guys in the top 30, a few guys who could make the jump soon and a few players to keep an eye on in the future and what pitches make them special. Rundown 1:20- Young Players tha…

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Young hitters and their swing paths 1:01:19

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Eno and Jed discuss the big baseball news of the day and they do a big breakdown of some young hitters and their swing paths Rundown Ronel Blanco to have Tommy John Surgery Miguel Amaya out 4-6 weeks with an oblique Bryce Harper hit by pitch in TJ elbow and leaves game Corey Seager is back for Texas, but are the Rangers still in it? Junior Caminero…

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Memorial Day Special 1:45:17

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This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical …

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Statcast Surprises & Grouping Hitters by Swing Traits w/Joshua Rodrigues 1:02:38

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Eno and DVR discuss a few injuries from the long weekend including the potential for an extended absence for Alex Bregman, an opportunity for Marcelo Mayer at third base, Michael King's long-term outlook, and Tarik Skubal's Sunday morning gem in Detroit. Plus, Joshua Rodrigues joins the show to discuss how we might be able to re-think classifying h…

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True Spies Classic: The Ritchie Boys | WW2 54:26

14d ago54:26

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In this True Spies Classic, you'll revisit the story of a true American hero. It's 1944 - 3 days after D-Day. 22-year old Guy Stern lands in Normandy. Unlike many of his comrades in the US Army, it's not his first time in Europe. Forced to leave Germany in 1937, he returns as part of an elite Military Intelligence unit charged with interrogating Ge…

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Ronald Acuña Jr. and George Kirby are Back! 1:09:11

17d ago1:09:11

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Eno and DVR discuss George Kirby's first start back from the IL, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s outlook as he returns from a second ACL tear this weekend, a case for Carson Whisenhunt to get a look in San Francisco, Matt Shaw's viability in shallow leagues, and Denzel Clarke's path to avoiding a platoon in the A's outfield. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent N…

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Digging Into New Swing Path & Attack Angle Leaderboards 59:14

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Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss the new tools and leaderboards at Baseball Savant offering more public-facing data than ever for bat paths and attack angles. Plus, they talk about the eventual arrival of ABS for regular season games, and their 2025 predictions they want to use a mulligan on. Rundown 1:02 New Toys at Baseball Savant -- Swing Path & Attack…

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True Spies Debriefs: Alexis Papahelas on Greece, Journalism and the CIA 31:34

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Veteran Greek journalist Alexis Papahelas tells Morgan Childs about the CIA's role in aiding Greece's military junta, which ruled between 1967 and 1974. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan Childs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Wandering the Road - April 19, 2025 1:33:57

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We wander the road with Christopher Ernst and Chris G. from New Zealand. This one goes all over the place! Outro Music is Goblin Hovel with Return to the City of Ghosts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A Weekend Filled with All Things Baseball 54:19

21d ago54:19

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Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend of baseball news including the Orioles' dismissal of manager Brandon Hyde, an 80-game suspension for José Alvarado following a failed PED test, Mick Able's impressive debut, the upcoming return of Matt Shaw, and where the money went this weekend in fantasy baseball leagues. Rundown 4:52 Brandon Hyde: Fired by Orio…

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Rivalry Weekend Waiver Wire Preview 1:03:38

24d ago1:03:38

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Eno and DVR discuss several news and notes around Major League Baseball including another unfortunate injury for Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa, and potential improvement from the Royals' lineup in the months ahead before discussing 'Rivalry Weekend' and several players on the roster fringes in fantasy baseball leagues. Rundown 0:57 Byron Buxton & …

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When Do You Worry About Secondary Pitches? 1:02:28

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a few of the 16 'other' baseball figures reinstated by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred this week including Shoeless Joe Jackson and several members of the 1919 White Sox, and when 'bad' secondary pitches become a problem by looking at six pitchers whose fastballs currently exceed the quality of their breaking and off-speed…

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Rob Manfred Reinstates Pete Rose & Astros Talk w/Chandler Rome 56:58

26d ago56:58

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Eno and DVR discuss Rob Manfred's decision to reinstate Pete Rose, along with 16 others from Major League Baseball's "Permanently Ineligible List" (more on the 16 others in a future episode). Plus, they discuss IL stints for Corey Seager, Roki Sasaki and Ian Happ, before taking a deep dive into the Astros with The Athletic's Chandler Rome. Rundown …

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Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 2 1:34:31

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Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming ev…

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Takeaways From the First Quarter of the 2025 MLB Season w/Joe Sheehan 1:06:34

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Joe Sheehan joins Eno and DVR to discuss dropping the skepticism around the Tigers as AL Central frontrunners, where credit (and blame) belong with the 2025 Giants, over-performing teams they expect to see fade from the playoff picture over the course of the season, and under-performing teams they believe will find their way into the playoffs. Plus…

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Robert Guffey is Back! - April 12, 2025 1:33:00

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We follow up on a story about Jack Kirby, and then in part talk about the inspiration for his latest book, "The Expectant Mother Disinformation Handbook" Outro Music by High Council with Cruel and Unusual Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Four Shots in the Night, Part 2: The Spymaster's Dilemma | Northern Ireland 53:06

28d ago53:06

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Author Henry Hemming tells the twisting tale of two very different British spies operating in Northern Ireland during the 30-year conflict known as The Troubles. In Part 2, Frank Hegarty and Freddie Scappaticci are drawn ever deeper into the violent world of the Provisional IRA - and soon, there'll be no turning back. From SPYSCAPE, the home of sec…

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Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 1 1:41:25

28d ago1:41:25

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Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming ev…

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In-Season Projections: Risers & Fallers 1:03:03

28d ago1:03:03

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Eno and DVR discuss the D-backs' decision to recall Jordan Lawlar, Zach Eflin's importance for the Orioles' injury-plagued rotation, and the Rockies' decision to dismiss manager Bud Black, before looking at some of the biggest risers and fallers (among hitters) in initial 2025 projections v. rest-of-season projections with The BAT X. Rundown 3:33 J…

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Devers Rejects First Base & Weekend Waiver Preview 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

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Eno and DVR discuss Rafael Devers' rejection of a move to first base and answer a few mailbag questions -- including an intriguing reason the Dodgers' Stuff+ numbers may be lagging in public models -- before examining several waiver-wire options to consider ahead of the weekend. Rundown 4:30 Rafael Devers Rejects a Move to First Base 10:56 The New …

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How Could Roki Sasaki Adjust in Year 1? 57:59

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Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Pirates' decision to fire manager Derek Shelton after a 12-26 start and wonder how making a change in that role will can make an impact. Plus, they dig into the slow start for Roki Sasaki and wonder if he can improve his fastball command and make a tweak to his pitch mix on the fly to get better results over the cou…

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Bad Days, Managing Lofty Expectations & Seattle's Surging Bats 55:44

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Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a brutal day at the office for Ryan Pressly and Chase Meidroth, before looking at the Orioles' sluggish start to 2025 and the rash of injuries that have played a role along the way, as well as the organization's approach to pitching. Plus, they talk about the changes in Seattle where the Mariners have put together a top-fi…

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Goodbye to LOL Mets? 53:10

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Will Sammon joins Eno and DVR to discuss the Mets' increasing distance from 'LOL Mets' thanks to their continued growth in pitching development throughout the organization. Plus, they discuss the ongoing questions around Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuña's path to lock down the second-base job, and changes to Mark Vientos' approach that haven't paid off …