Baseball Isn’t Boring

Christian Arroyo has seen and experienced plenty through his baseball life. He was a first-round pick. He has played for four big league teams. He almost retired one year ago. And now he finds himself getting another shot, this time with the New York Mets. It has been a fascinating journey with plenty of lessons along the way. Arroyo joins Bradfo to discuss it all as he gets ready for his next big chance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Broadcasting is a different world these days, but the one thing that remains the same is the joy we gain from the unique voices of the game. And there was nobody more unique than the legendary Harry Caray. Harry's grandson, Chip, joined Courtney Finnicum for another episode of 'Pitch and Moan' to talk about a variety of broadcasting-related subjects, including how Harry would have handled living in this social media-driven world. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his latest appearance on the Baseball Isn't Boring podcast, free agent pitcher Michael Kopech took time to reflect on the unforgettable Game 7 in last season's World Series. He takes us behind the scenes to see how the bench-clearing incident changed the vibe, and shares stories from the Dodgers dugout as the Game 7 drama unfolded. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chip Caray has had a fascinating life and career. Some of it is thanks to his roots, including a grandfather (Harry Caray) and a father (Skip Caray) who were broadcasting icons. And there is also Chip's own unique path and perspective. The voice of the Cardinals joins Courtney Finnicum for the first 'Pitch and Moan' of the new year, getting opinions and analysis on all corners of the broadcasting world. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo joins Rich Keefe, Ryan Davey, & Lucas Giolito to review Marty Supreme. Spoiler-free to start before going full spoilers. What did they think of the movie? Is it one of the best of the year? Is Timothee Chalamet a must watch, regardless of the movie, actor? And so much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of our favorites at Baseball Isn't Boring, pitcher Michael Kopech, makes his return to the podcast, this time smack dab in the middle of his first foray as a free agent. Michael joins Bradfo to offer next-level insight into what happened that night in Toronto when the Dodgers won another World Series championship, while also sharing his perspective on how he is riding the wave of this offseason. It's always a good time when Kopech comes on, and this is no exception. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Take a step back and look at every division in baseball and one thing that will jump out: The American League East is going to be really, really tough. As part of Bradfo's conversation with Ryan Ripken, the guys take a deep dive into the group of teams, ranking them heading into the new year. To listen to the guys' entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Ripken has landed in a good spot, host of the popular 'Ryan Ripken Show' and owner of 'Ryan Ripken Media'. But the path to get to this point has been an interesting one. The son of Hall of Famer Cal Ripken joined Bradfo to talk about his evolution, from being in the spotlight as a young baseball player to deciding it was time to move on, and, ultimately, life behind the microphone. It's a fascinating look at a fascinating existence. There is also some next-level talk about perhaps the most interesting division in baseball, the American League East. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of their wide-ranging free agent conversation, Bradfo and Producer Evan take a look at which teams have the most pressure on them actually to do something substantial before spring training. Evan rattles off his Top 5. Spoiler: He is getting nervous about his Mets. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the most memorable dust-ups in MLB history came in 2019 when Amir Garrett took on the entire Pirates team, charging Pittsburgh's dugout from the mound while a member of the Reds. Bradfo caught up with Amir to talk about his perspective on that moment, surfacing lessons learned and the motivation behind it. There is also a bigger picture conversation to come out of the moment, one that has to do with simply being a good teammate. To listen to the entire podcast with Bradfo and Garrett, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We wait, and wait, and wait some more. So, while we wait for the offseason to truly kick into high gear Producer Evan and Bradfo are taking stock of what exactly we're dealing with when it comes to the Hot Stove season. The guys are ranking both the best bargains still available and which teams (and their fan bases) seem the most desperate. There are also some guesses about where the most prominent names will end up. We also get a surprise text from Lucas Giolito during the taping, just to spice things up. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Baseball Isn't Boring 'Best Shape Of My Life Club' in full swing, it seemed like a good time to reflect on an inspirational story about finding fitness. Red Sox manager Alex Cora joined Bradfo to reflect on why he decided to try and start running, how he managed to keep moving forward and what it has meant to him. It's some excellent motivation for all those just diving into changing their lifestyles in 2026. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newly-hired Rockies general manager Josh Byrnes joined Bradfo to talk about the past, present and future. Of course, if you're going to talk about the past you can't dismiss the stories behind the stories when it comes to notable transactions. In this case, Byrnes reflects on drafting Dustin Pedroia, trading Nomar Garciaparra, and targeting Mookie Betts. To listen to the entire podcast with the three-time GM, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Byrnes has experienced plenty in Major League Baseball. Two stints as general manager, in San Diego and Arizona, after serving as Theo Epstein's right-hand man when breaking the Curse in Boston. And, for the past 11 seasons, Josh has been an integral part of the Dodgers' success. Now he has his next challenge: Serving as GM for the Colorado Rockies. Byrnes joins Bradfo to reflect on his journey, relaying plenty of great stories and lessons, while also explaining how unique and exciting his new job is. There is even some Dustin Pedroia stories and pickleball talk. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Blue Jays have struck again, this time winning the bidding war for third baseman Kazuma Okamoto via a four-year, $60 million deal. It's another example that between money and perception, Toronto is one of baseball's most desirable landing spots for free agents. So, what does it all mean for both the Blue Jays and the rest of the MLB offseason? Bradfo breaks it a down, analyzing Okamoto's fit with the Jays (with help from a conversation with Toronto hitting coach David Popkins) and how we should currently view the Hot Stove season with the likes of Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and Kyle Tucker still available. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amir Garrett is evolving. The 33-year-old pitcher joins Bradfo to look back at lessons learned over his seven-year big league career, defining moments along the way, and how he is preparing to get his next chance in Major League Baseball. It's a fascinating look at a pitcher who has seen a lot and is ready to see a whole lot more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the signing of Tatsuya Imai to a contract half of what many projected, it got Bradfo thinking: Maybe teams are innovative enough to wait out the free agent market? Or, this is a perfect time to be aggressive while every other team is slow-playing free agency. He joins Chris Scheim on WEEI to talk about the state of free agency and what we should expect going forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time of year, where players post videos of themselves all over social media to hype their fan bases and set the stage for the familiar refrain: 'I'm in the best shape of my life.' Well, we want to bring the baseball world together on this narrative. Bradfo is joined by Alex 'Newsletter Wiggz' Wiggetman to talk about the BIB campaign that allows everyone and anyone to be part of the 'Baseball Shape Of My Life Club'. Along with an introduction to Newsletter Wiggz and all he has done, and continues to do, in baseball and for the brand, the guys explain how the club was born and the path to be part of all the fun. It's a great time to have a great time with a great bunch of baseball players, fans and followers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another top free agent has come off the board with Houston agreeing to a three-year, $54 million deal for Tatsuya Imai, that includes opt-outs after each season. So, what should we make of it? Bradfo has an instant reaction, which incorporates how we should view this offseason's starting pitching market. Spoiler: Finding big deals might be hard to come by this Hot Stove season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For a fourth straight year, the podcast is ringing in the flipping of the calendar with a New Year's Bash featuring Courtney Finnicum ('Pitch and Moan') and Bradfo. The duo reflects on 2025 while surfacing a few wishful thoughts for 2026. There is also, of course, a guide to how one should go about celebrating the big beginning of the new year. It's always a good time, and this is no exception. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #1 where Bradfo was joined by Red Sox Legend Dustin Pedroia to discuss his favorite trash talking story, his case to make the MLB Hall Of Fame, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony Kay has had quite a baseball journey, living the life as a first-round pick with the Mets before being dealt at the 2019 trade deadline to Toronto. After a few years with the Blue Jays, the pitcher had stints with the Cubs and again in the Mets organization before taking his talents to Japan. It was overseas that Kay saw his career take off, leading to a newly signed, two-year deal with the White Sox. Kay joins Bradfo and Courtney Finnicum ('Pitch and Moan') to talk about what led him back to Major League Baseball, his impressions on some noteworthy players he played with and against in Japan, and why the White Sox were the best fit. There is also Kay's video game goal for the next three months. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #2 where Bradfo was joined by Red Sox Starter Payton Tolle to discuss his experience playing for the Red Sox in 2025, his funniest moments from the season, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Frates was a very, very good Div. 1 baseball player at Boston College. A captain for the Eagles, as a matter of fact. For a long time, baseball was what helped define him. But this baseball player has come to represent so much more than just the game that he loved. Frates, who passed away in 2019 after a battle with ALS, was the impetus for one of the most impactful fundraising campaigns in history, the Ice Bucket Challenge. Since the 2014 initiative, Frates and his family have continued to spearhead the fight against the disease, raising hundreds of millions of dollars while helping researchers close in on an answer to ALS. Bradfo catches up to Pete's mother, Nancy Frates, and current Diamondbacks minor-leaguer John West at the 'Plunge for Pete' to discuss the impact one former baseball star continues to make. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lucas Giolito made his triumphant return to the podcast to talk about a lot of things, including where baseball stands regarding a very sensitive subject - gambling. The free agent pitcher tackles the topic of what MLB can do to help the threats and dangers that come with the growing world of sports betting, and if any of it should be included in the upcoming labor negotiations. There is also a breakdown of the ending of the movie 'Bugonia'. To listen to the entire conversation with Bradfo, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #3 where Bradfo was joined by the Godfather Joe Kelly to discuss him getting assaulting at a Youth Baseball tournament, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There have been so many excellent, insightful and entertaining guests on our podcast throughout 2026, so picking the one that should win the BIB Guest of the Year was near impossible. We gave it a shot. The winner? Lucas Giolito. The free agent pitcher reunites with Bradfo to accept the award while going on for another fantastic conversation. There is updates regarding his free agency, his new pitch, his take on the MLB's gambling problem, and, of course, some next-level debate when it comes to recent movies. Lucas never disappoints. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off Arizona manager Torey Lovullo's explanation of how he has evolved in his approach to Zoom recruitment pitches during the offseason, Bradfo has a similar conversation with Red Sox manager Alex Cora. Cora reflects on how he has approached the process, including the one time he wore a tie. The guys also discuss how Cora views Wilyer Abreu as his best shape-of-their-life candidate. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #4 where Bradfo was joined by MLB Network Radio Star Cole Tucker to discuss his MLB career, his drumming debut, teaching his kid about music, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #5 where Bradfo was joined by former Red Sox Starter Lucas Giolito to discuss the Rafael Devers situation, signing Alex Bregman, his thoughts on Severance, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, the Hot Stove Season has once again been a slow-burn, as Alex Cora reflected on in his most recent appearance on the podcast. But there has been some action, with the Red Sox's trade for Willson Contreras being one of the highlights. Cora joined Bradfo to reflect on the Sox's pursuit of Contreras and what his addition means. To listen to the entire podcast with Cora, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #6 where Bradfo was joined by Courtney Finnicum & Marlins Closer Tyler Phillips to discuss his INSANE face-punching routine coming in from the bullpen, his journey from the Phillies to the Marlins, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Cora has returned to the podcast, and it is at a perfect time. Not only is the Red Sox manager offering insight into his team's latest signing, first baseman Willson Contreras, but he is taking a deep dive into his own evolution as a big league manager. In the lengthy conversation with Bradfo, Cora also gets into big-picture topics, such as his view of how the front office operates in the offseason, and more specific items, such as lineup construction, Kristian Campbell, Triston Casas, and his Zoom recruiting skills. There is also, of course, some Best Shape Of Their Life revelations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #7 where Bradfo was joined by Tigers Reliever Kenley Jansen to discuss his signing with the Angels, his heart breaking story of his mom's passing, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for the two guys who represent the straws that stir this BIB drink, Bradfo and Producer Evan, to reflect, appreciate and look forward as we all celebrate the holiday season. There is talk of misguided presents, Mets' wishful thinking, reflection on some monumental moments throughout the last 12 months, and a whole bunch of appreciation. Merry Christmas and happy holidays from all of us at Baseball Isn't Boring. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our guy Joe Kelly is back on the podcast, making it clear that he is done with playing baseball. But that, as he points out, does not mean he is retiring. The Godfather explains his very pointed (and somewhat controversial) view on baseball players and athletes saying they are retiring. To listen to the entire conversation with Bradfo and Joe, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #8 where Bradfo was joined by White Sox Reliever Mike Vasil to discuss his selection in the Rule 5 Draft by the Rays, how he found out that he was on the move, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is helping man the morning shift on WEEI, teaming up with Ken Laird to talk all things Red Sox. The guys are responding to Craig Breslow's comments from the night before as they try to figure out precisely what the team's plan is now that Willson Contreras is in the fold. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, continuing at Episode #9 where Bradfo was joined by Twins Ace Joe Ryan to discuss surfing, pitching, and most importantly, his INSANE 30-inches of vertical break sweeper, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every year on the podcast, we select at least one (and sometimes more than one) pick to click, identifying players who are poised for breakout seasons. Tanner Houck. Joe Ryan. A few rode the BIB wave to great things. Bradfo is back with another candidate: New Astros pitcher Mike Burrows. The 26-year-old starter returns to the podcast after three years to offer insight into his recent trade and how a full season in the big leagues changed him. There is also a dramatic reading of Mike's contribution to the book, 'A Damn Near Perfect Game.' It's guaranteed good times for the listeners' present, and the pitcher's future. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo is back on with the 'Gashouse Gang' guys on KMOX, this time to talk about the latest trade between the Red Sox and Cardinals that sent Willson Contreras to Boston. How good is Hunter Dobbins? Who are these minor leaguers included in the deal? Who won the trade? It's a worthwhile reunion. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newest Met Jorge Polanco and translator Alan Suriel met with the New York media to discuss signing with the Mets, how it came about, his thoughts on the Mets roster, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 has been an amazing year in the sport of baseball and on the Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast. Therefore, it's time to reflect on this great year by having Producer Evan give his Top 10 Episodes of the Year, starting at Episode #10 where Bradfo was joined by Longtime MLB Reliever Daniel Bard to discuss his decision to walk away from the game, the heart wrenching story behind it, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The founders of Baseball Isn't Boring are back together on their podcast and the latest reunion doesn't disappoint. It starts with reflecting on the year anniversary of their BIB tattoos, but then gets into some meaty issues. Joe's take on Tyler Austin's return to the United States. The pitcher's proclamation regarding his future as a big leaguer. And the announcement regarding a pretty big campaign involving the brand heading into spring training. Go behind the curtain with the Baseball Isn't Boring brass. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bradfo and Pat Brown (Play Tessie) convene for some instant reaction to another big trade between the Red Sox and Cardinals, this one sending Willson Contreras to Boston in exchange for Hunter Dobbins and a pair of minor league pitchers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Munetaka Murakami now having picked his team, agreeing to a two-year deal with the White Sox, it's time to turn our attention to one of the primary people who will be coaching him, Chicago hitting coach Derek Shomon. As part of the latest 'Pitch and Moan' with Courtney Finnicum, Shomon explained how he plans on going about guiding the Sox hitters, who now include the power-hitting lefty from Japan. To listen to the entire conversation, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam Dykstra of MLB Pipeline is back, once again making us smarter baseball fans. Sam joins Bradfo to take a deep dive into all these minor leaguers who were just part of a flurry of trades, most of which involved the Rays. So, what was Tampa Bay actually doing? Is this gamble by the Rays going to pay off? Sam offers expert analysis of the level of talent actually landing in Tampa and how we should view all of these deals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his most recent appearance on the podcast, Arizona manager Torey Lovullo expertly offered insight into how the dynamic between a big league manager and his front office works. To listen to the entire episode, click here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Jake Mangum now a member of the Pirates after being part of a three-team trade, it's a great time to revisit the conversation with the outgoing outfielder. There is talk of college baseball, podcasts and Mangum's unique family history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael King met with the San Diego media to discuss re-signing with the Padres, how it came about, his thoughts on the Padres roster, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices