Show overview
Off Base Podcast has published 29 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes during 2025. That works out to roughly 10 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 24 min and 24 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 8 months ago. Published by MLB.com.
From the publisher
The Off Base Podcast, with Lauren Gardner and Xavier Scruggs, features unique perspectives on the hottest topics in baseball. The show recaps all that happened in baseball that week, explores the buzz across social media, from baseball culture to player fashion, and more.
Latest Episodes
View all 29 episodesComedian Dustin Nickerson
Comedian Dustin Nickerson joins the show to discuss his beloved Mariners’ dream 2025 season and Cal Raleigh’s MVP case.
Clayton Kershaw announces retirement
With Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw set to retire after this season, LG & X discuss the best players to play for just one team and break down Vlad Jr.’s power at the plate.
Chatting with Hall of Famer Craig Biggio
X and Ro Flo are joined by Astros icon Craig Biggio! The duo also discusses the legacy of Roberto Clemente, which veterans are turning back the clock this season and more.
September Storylines, examining Brice Turang’s 2025 campaign
We’re in the final stretch of the regular season! X and Ro Flo look at some intriguing storylines as we approach the Postseason, including Brewers star Brice Turang’s breakout season.
Kyle Schwarber’s historic night!
Adnan Virk and Xavier Scruggs break down Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 4-homer night, the 2026 regular season schedule release and more.
Samuel Basallo debuts, Jason Marquis talks Little League World Series
trailerXavier and Ro Flo discuss Basallo’s debut + extension and chat with Jason Marquis about pitching in the 1991 Little League World Series
Is Pete Alonso the most prolific Mets slugger of all time?
Xavier and Ro Flo discuss Pete Alonso’s place among the Mets’ all-time greats, the upcoming Little League Classic and more!
Generation Next
Robert Flores and Xavier Scruggs debate which young star will sign on the dotted line next and chat with Rudy Valdez, director of “Big Dreams: Little League World Series 2024.”
Recapping the Trade Deadline
A WILD Trade Deadline is in the books! Jared Carrabis and Xavier Scruggs recap this week’s biggest moves and chat with prospect guru Lance Brozdowski
Hall of Fame Weekend is here!
X and Ro Flo talk all things Hall of Fame, including the upcoming 2025 induction ceremony and who will headline the 2026 class.
David Price joins the show
World Series champion and Cy Young Award winner David Price joins Siera and X to discuss his 14-year Big League career, playing college baseball at Vanderbilt and more
Who’s the biggest threat to the Dodgers in the NL?
Does the emergence of Jacob Misiorowski make the Brewers the Dodgers’ biggest threat? X and Siera discuss that and more on the latest episode of the Off Base Podcast.
Picking Legendary Comparisons For The Young Stars Of Today
Robert and X draw lofty comparison for rising stars like Junior Caminero and Cam Smith, and talk to newly-retired Whit Merrifield about his standout 9-year MLB career.
Manny Ramirez joins the show!
X and Siera list their favorite moments of the first half of the season and chat with the legendary Manny Ramirez.
Hall of Famer Wade Boggs
X chops it up with Hall of Famer Wade Boggs in a special edition of the Off Base Podcast from Fanatics Fest!
Roman Anthony has arrived!
X and Siera discuss the much-anticipated Red Sox prospect’s debut and chat with Braves legend Andruw Jones.
Big Dumper or Big Thumper? Breaking down Aaron Judge & Cal Raleigh’s MVP chances
LG and X take a look at Cal Raleigh’s insane start to the 2025 season, discuss some first-time All-Star candidates and Tigers star Kerry Carpenter’s power at the plate.
Who’s on the Hall of Fame Highway?
LG & X look at active players like Jacob deGrom & Freddie Freeman on the road to Cooperstown, discuss the best City Connect jerseys and their favorite MLB cities to catch a game.
MVP candidates, Will Warren’s hot start and more
LG and X look at some of the best players of this century, who has the best chance to win their first career MVP award in 2025 and Yankee starter Will Warren’s hot start
Paul Skenes to pitch in the 2026 World Baseball Classic
LG and X discuss superstar Paul Skenes’ commitment to Team USA, Kyle Schwarber’s stellar start to the 2025 season and more on today’s episode of the Off Base Podcast.