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The baseball podcast for every type of fan. We bring analysis and opinions from all different types of viewpoints, combining new and old-age thinking into one show. Host Luke Manderfeld, along with Robert Stangler, Noah Manderfeld and Nik Budig, break down hot topics, news stories, teams and more while having some fun along the way.

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The baseball podcast for every type of fan. We bring analysis and opinions from all different types of viewpoints, combining new and old-age thinking into one show. Host Luke Manderfeld, along with Robert Stangler, Noah Manderfeld and Nik Budig, break down hot topics, news stories, teams and more while having some fun along the way.

Language:

English


Episodes
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The All-Star Snubs?

7/8/2023
We're gearing up for All Star weekend, reviewing the rosters, snubs and potential starting pitching matchups. We also make our predictions for the Home Run Derby field. Enjoy!

Duration:00:28:29

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An All-Star Comeback

6/15/2023
Yes, we're back, and we're talking All-Star team rosters as voting gets underway. We go through and pick our starters at each position as well as the starting pitchers for both the AL and NL. Some fun picks in here. We don't forget about the honorable mentions either. Enjoy!

Duration:00:39:18

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Early Season Shenanigans

4/28/2023
It's way too early to make any conclusions, but why not do it anyway? We go over the Twins start, some eye-popping divisions and players who are catching our eyes. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:30:17

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First Week Thoughts

4/7/2023
In season of change, there is a lot to break down after this first week of baseball. We talk about the new rule changes, impact rookies and the Twins' up-and-down start. Looks like they are who we thought they were? Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:31:54

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2023 Prediction Special! (Is There a New Super Team?!)

3/29/2023
It's time for a new baseball season, and that means a new prediction special! We go over our picks for playoff teams, pennant winners and world champions as well as individual awards in both leagues. This might be most we've disagreed in a while, so let us know where you think we're wrong! Regardless, this season is shaping up to be a fun one. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:55:43

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The WBC is Worth It

3/17/2023
A week of the WBC down, and just a few days left. It's been a great tournament so far, but it hasn't been without its controversy. We break down why we believe the WBC is one of the best baseball tournaments out there — and why criticism is misplaced — and some of the craziness of the games so far. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:30:22

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The Highs and Lows of Spring

3/8/2023
With spring training about midway through and the WBC on tap, we go over some of our winners and losers so far, including injuries, the pitch clock, prospects and much more. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:28:51

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Offseason Winners and Losers

2/22/2023
Spring Training is here, and that means it's time to review the offseason. We go over our report cards and discuss three winners and losers from the past few months, including teams and players. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:31:11

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The (Officially Official) World Baseball Classic Preview

2/10/2023
OK, we may have jumped the gun on last week's World Baseball Classic preview. But we've got the breakdown of the officially official rosters today, going over teams, matchups and our picks to win. We can't wait for some international baseball. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:31:04

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It's (Almost) Time For International Baseball

2/1/2023
The WBC is just over a month away, and we couldn't be more excited. We go over some of the preliminary rosters, including the top three teams USA, Dominican Republic and Japan. We also touch on underdogs and the lesser-known teams. Enjoy! P.S. Apologies for the low-quality audio from Luke. A new mic is on the way for next week!

Duration:00:30:29

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The Twin Deal

1/25/2023
The Twins traded a fan favorite and got a good pitcher in return. What does this mean for 2023 and beyond? How much does this alter the lineup and rotation? We break it all down on this episode. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:33:10

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Rule Changes with a Side of January Blues

1/19/2023
What to say about this offseason podcast? We (mostly) talked about the new rule changes coming this baseball season. But we also delved into the January Blues, birthdays and Mountain Dew Voltage. Oh, and the audio got a little funky for about 10 minutes in the beginning. Trust us, it's a fun one. Anyways, thanks for listening!

Duration:00:31:43

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What Just Happened?

1/11/2023
The Twins actually did something good? Yes, a month after we laid into the organization for missing on Carlos Correa, Minnesota signed him to a franchise-record deal, but only after a couple of teams balked at his physical. We break down what this means for the Twins and where this offseason can go from here.

Duration:00:29:29

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Going In on the Twins

12/15/2022
Carlos Correa is gone. But more importantly, it seems as though the Twins lost out on their No. 1 offseason target. That means it's time to rant. What's the plan after this? How many opportunities will this front office get? We go over all of it and more in this all-Twins episode.

Duration:00:34:27

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The Offseason Saga Has Begun

12/7/2022
Some big free agents have signed, but we're still waiting on the biggest to make his move. We go over some of the pickups and trades so far, including Jacob deGrom, Justin Verlander, Trea Turner and much more. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:31:54

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Our Perfect Predictions (Not) - 2022 MLB Season Recap

11/24/2022
It's time to go back to March and take a look at our preseason predictions, including divisions, leagues, World Series and major awards. Where did we go wrong? What did we pick right? As always, we mix in the goofy with the serious. Thanks for listening (and not making fun of us)!

Duration:00:35:38

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The Offseason Makeup

11/16/2022
The offseason has officially begun. We go over some of the big names on the free agent market, their value and potential landing spots. A couple things we learned: This market is heavy on shortstops and risky pitchers. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:35:22

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The End of the 2022 Season - World Series Breakdown

11/8/2022
Astros are the 2022 World Champions, without an asterisk. We break down the six-game series, including some of the missteps by Rob Thomson in that final game, some of our surprise players and plays, and the craziness of the Astros roster. Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:32:16

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Can Anyone Beat the Astros? 2022 World Series Preview

10/26/2022
It's time for the 2022 World Series — Astros vs. Phillies. One team has been the best of the best all year (and the last six years). The other snuck into the playoffs and got hot at the right time. Who will win it all? We break down the matchup and (kind of) give our predictions. Enjoy!

Duration:00:33:02

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Then There Were 4

10/19/2022
The American League and National League Championship Series matchups are set. Phillies vs. Padres. Yankees vs. Astros. We do a quick breakdown of each series and what to expect. Can't beat October baseball. Enjoy!

Duration:00:24:01