Inside the (Rob) Parker

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses Mike Trout going down with a potentially season-ending injury yet again, the AL East heavyweight battle currently going down between the Baltimore Orioles and the New York Yankees and the Houston Astros’ swift fall from grace. Plus, Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa swings by to discuss the team’s sudden surge, his approach to the season and why health is so important for their long-term success. Later, The Athletic’s Sam Blum checks in to discuss how Trout’s lengthy injury history could impact his legacy, the Los Angeles Angels’ history of bad luck and bad decision making and where the club goes from here. Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and analytics guru Anthony Masterson. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the sudden retirement of longtime New York Yankees broadcaster John Sterling, Blake Snell’s rough go of things thus far in San Francisco and Mike Trout’s return to prominence for the Los Angeles Angels. Plus, New York Mets All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor checks in to discuss what it’s like playing in the Big Apple and why he’s always striving to get better every single day. Later, author and ‘The Long Game’ newsletter distributor Molly Knight swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers’ history over overspending, Juan Soto’s wild ride from Washington to San Diego to New York, Elly De La Cruz’ impressive start to the season and much more! Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble, analytics guru Anthony Masterson and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the Houston Astros’ dreadful start to the season, Baltimore Orioles centerfielder Cedric Mullins’ quest to make the second All-Star Game appearance of his career and the significance of the MLB debut of Texas Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter. Plus, Nationals manager Dave Martinez swings by to tell us what its like managing a young and rebuilding squad in Washington. Later, the host of ‘Dodger Talk’ on AM 570 LA Sports – David Vassegh – checks in to discuss all the latest surrounding the boys in blue. Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and analytics guru Anthony Masterson. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the report that a federal investigation has cleared Shohei Ohtani of any wrongdoing in connection to an illegal sports gambling ring, Giancarlo Stanton’s Hall of Fame case as he approaches career home run #500 and the optimism in Baltimore surrounding stud prospect Jackson Holliday. Later, Los Angeles Angels outfield Jo Adell swings by to discuss life after Ohtani and what it means to play for a club led by a Black manager in Ron Washington. Plus, author Keith O’Brien checks in to promote his new book, ‘CHARLIE HUSTLE: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball’, which is available for purchase now wherever books are sold. Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble, analytics guru Anthony Masterson and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the New York Yankees hot start to the season, the Oakland A’s plan to move to Sacramento – at least temporarily, and the latest controversial comments to come out of the New York Mets organization. Later, St Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker swings by to discuss what Opening Day means to him and his expectations for the club this season. Plus, Ryan Burschinger, co-host of The Sick Podcast: The Dodger Zone checks in to discuss Mookie Betts’ hot start to the season, the gambling scandal still hanging over Shohei Ohtani’s head and much more! Finally, we’ve got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble, analytics guru Anthony Masterson and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter, the pressure facing Juan Soto in New York and his way-too-early World Series prediction. Later, 2x All-Star pitcher Mark Mulder swings by to discuss his upcoming celebrity golf event (www.invitedcelebrityclassic.com), the Ohtani gambling scandal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s inauspicious start for the Los Angeles Dodgers, his expectations for Juan Soto in his debut season with the New York Yankees and who he’s picking to win the 2024 World Series. Plus, appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble, analytics guru Anthony Masterson and gambling expert David Gascon. Finally, Rob closes the show with his annual Ode to Opening Day. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by MLB Network and FOX Sports Radio MLB insider Jon Morosi to discuss Blake Snell’s uncertain free agency future, why it’s been such a relatively quiet offseason for the New York Yankees, whether or not the additions of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow guarantee the Los Angeles Dodgers a spot in the World Series, the official kickoff of MLB Spring Training and much more! Plus, Rob closes the show with a friendly reminder why MLB is better than the NBA and the NFL, especially when it comes to All-Star festivities. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by former MLB outfielder Jacque Jones to discuss the 2023 MLB season, how the rule changes have fundamentally changed the way the fans view baseball and he’s expecting to see next season. Later, former Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti swings by to discuss the Dodgers’ whirlwhind offseason that saw them hand out over $1 billion in contracts to superstars like Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s offseason edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick and Pure Hitters LLC founder Gerald Davis for an in-depth conversation on the history of the Negro Leagues, some under-the-radar Negro League players casual baseball fans may not know about and their upcoming clothing line collaboration aimed at ensuring that future generations understand the importance of the Negro Leagues. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses why he was so happy to see Shohei Ohtani sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers rather than a team like the Toronto Blue Jays, why he has a problem with the structure of Ohtani’s $700 million contract and why the Ohtani signing shouldn’t automatically make the Dodgers the favorites to win the World Series in 2024. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the impact of the Ohtani signing, whether or not the two-way star is really worth the money they’re paying him, what makes Ohtani signing with the Dodgers the ‘perfect storm’ for Major League Baseball and how the structure of Ohtani’s contract helps them to acquire even more talent. Finally, FOX Sports Radio Weekend host and Dodgers tour lead Monse Bolanos checks in to discuss the fan response to Ohtani both in Los Angeles and across the country and how the Ohtani courtship – and eventual signing - has affected employees within the Dodgers organization. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the latest trade rumors linking All-Star Juan Soto to the New York Yankees, Shohei Ohtani’s super secretive free agency courtship and a certain All-Star closer changing teams. Plus, Hall of Fame manager Jim Leyland swings by to discuss his induction into Cooperstown, what it was like managing players like Barry Bonds and Miguel Cabrera, how analytics impacts the way the game is managed today and much more! Finally, MLB umpire Malachi Moore checks in to discuss what it’s like managing at the Big League level and to promote his free umpire camp coming up this weekend in Southern California. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the Texas Rangers winning their first World Series championship in franchise history, World Series MVP Corey Seager being compared to 'Mr October' Reggie Jackson, Bruce Bochy place amongst the greatest managers in MLB history and early odds on the 2024 World Series champion. Plus, VSiN host Adam Burke swings by for a lengthy conversation to help put a bow on the 2023 World Series. Finally, Rob closes the show by reminding us all why MLB is better than the NFL and NBA. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the narrative that the Philadelphia Phillies choked in their NLCS loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, tells us why he loves the Texas Rangers' style of team-building and makes his official World Series prediction. Plus, we've got appearances by World Series champion and MLB Network analyst Cliff Floyd and MLBBro.com senior content reporter Malik Wright. Finally, Rob closes the show by reminding us why MLB is better than the NFL and the NBA. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s Postseason edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is joined by a pair of incredible guests to help breakdown the MLB Playoffs. First up, former MLB All-Star and MLB Network analyst Alex Avila swings by to discuss his own postseason experiences, Bryce Harper's unbelievably hot bat, and whether or not the Houston Astros and Arizona Diamondbacks have it in them to come back against the Texas Rangers and Philadelphia Phillies. Later, DraftKings MLB podcast host Jared Carrabis checks in to discuss how gambling has given the sport new life, why all signs point to a Phillies-Rangers showdown in the World Series and much more! Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Postseason edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the heavy-favorite Atlanta Braves being put on the brink of elimination by the Philadelphia Phillies, how much blame manager Dave Roberts deserves for the Los Angeles Dodgers' latest playoff flameout and whether or not another World Series title would help baseball fans erase the stench of the Houston Astros cheating scandal. Plus, AM570 LA Sports 'Dodgers Talk' host David Vassegh swings by to discuss the Dodgers' postseason struggles, what's next for Roberts and Clayton Kershaw, whether or not the team needs to overhaul their approach to the season and much more! Finally, The Athletic's Levi Weaver checks in to discuss all the MLB Postseason at-large. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Postseason edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the Texas Rangers sweeping their way through the Wild Card round of the playoffs, the Tampa Bay Rays' inability to get a decent crowd at their home playoff games and tells us which of the Big 4 (Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves and Baltimore Orioles) are most likely to stumble in the Divisional round. Plus, The Athletic senior MLB writer Britt Ghiroli swings by to discuss the MLB Postseason at-large, the New York Yankees offseason plans, Buck Showalter's uncertain future and much more. Finally, MLBBro.com's Sean Dorcellus checks in to discuss Royce Lewis' breakout performance in the playoffs. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob shares his thoughts on Ronald Acuna Jr becoming the first member of the 40/70 Club, the Miami Marlins push for a playoff berth and the San Diego Padres' plan to tear down their roster in 2024. Later, Star Tribune Minnesota Twins beat writer Bobby Nightengale swings by to discuss the Twins' playoff run, what - if anything - we can expect from Carlos Corra and Byron Buxton in the postseason and much more! Plus, we've got appearances from the analytics guru himself Anthony Masterson, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob shares his thoughts on how Shohei Ohtani's elbow surgery could impact his free agent market, the Tampa Bay Rays' plan to build a new home ballpark and why the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting pitching could ultimately be their undoing. Later, Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux checks in to discuss his new company aimed at helping young ball players get to the next level, what makes the Atlanta Braves so dangerous and why pitchers today prefer not to go deep into games. And, MLB.com's Jason Beck swings by to discuss all the latest happenings around the Detroit Tigers. Plus, we've got appearances from the analytics guru himself Anthony Masterson, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob shares his thoughts on Max Scherzer going down with a season-ending injury, the reports that the Los Angeles Angels could trade Mike Trout this offseason and the surging Atlanta Braves. Later, The Athletic’s Tyler Kepner swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines around the world of baseball. Plus, we've got appearances from the analytics guru himself Anthony Masterson, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and gambling expert David Gascon. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pennant races are getting tighter and MLBbros are right in the middle of all the action. Who is going to help lead their team to baseball's ultimate prize? And who is shining on the diamond this week? Get the answers and more right here on the mixtape. Hosted by Da Gambler. Track listing The Black Ace Report with JP the Rook Two Toes Down (Song) The Numbers Man with Sebastian Baugh Chritt's Countdown with Young Chritt Let's Cook with Devon Cook Step Up to the Plate (Song) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.