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Ben Verlander welcomes back Hall of Famer John Smoltz to discuss the postponement of the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets series, which has HUGE playoff implications. They also discuss the wild nature of the Wild Card race in both the American and National League and with emphasis on playoff seeding. They also talk about who they think will round out all of the playoff spots and also discuss the Rowdy Tellez DFA situation.
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Ben Verlander discusses everything MLB as we head into the final week of the 2024 season. The Houston Astros clinch the AL West after abysmal start to the season, the Detroit Tigers are in the playoff mix after tough stretches from the Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins. Ben talks about the possibility of Shohei Ohtani going for 60/60 and the Los Angeles Dodgers' hopes of holding onto the NL West lead. Ben breaks down his MLB Power Rankings and answers from fan questions.
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Ben Verlander welcomes Hall of Famer John Smoltz back to the show to discuss the ongoing pitching woes facing the Los Angeles Dodgers & the rumors that Shohei Ohtani could possibly pitch this postseason. They also discuss which National League Rookie Smoltz would start a franchise with between Paul Skenes, Jackson Merrill & Jackson Chourio. Then, they talk about when guys like Luis Arraez will get the appreciation they deserve after Arraez went 170 ABs without striking out.
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Ben Verlander hops on to do an emergency podcast after the greatest single game performance gets Shohei Ohtani into the 50/50 club. Ohtani went 6 for 6 with 3 home runs, 10 RBI, 2 stolen bases and just barely missed hitting for the cycle as well. Ben recaps Ohtani's epic first season with the Dodgers, his single game performance, where the home run ball is and more!
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Ben Verlander takes a deep look at the Los Angeles Dodgers after news came out that it is unlikely that Tyler Glasnow will pitch again in 2024 and where that leaves the Dodgers heading into the playoffs. Ben also talks about a rumor that Shohei Ohtani could pitching in the playoffs this year. He also answers some fan questions, discusses who he would rather start a franchise with: Jackson Merrill, Jackson Chourio or Paul Skenes & breaks down his MLB Power Rankings.
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Ben Verlander is once again joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz and they discuss what the Houston Astros should do with Justin Verlander and the playoff rotation. Smoltz gives insights into a similar situation in his career. They also talk about World Series hopefuls and who is best suited for October. Finally, Ben asks Smoltz about the story of how he almost signed with the Philadelphia Phillies & how golf memberships may have been a part of the pitch.
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Ben Verlander discusses another eventful week in Major League Baseball. This week Ben discusses Shohei Ohtani's pursuit of a 50 home run, 50 stolen base season. He also discusses what the Houston Astros' will look to do with their playoff rotation and where Justin Verlander falls in their plans. He then talks about the magical season from Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale and where not only the Braves' would be without him, but where the Boston Red Sox would be if they had kept him. Sale is on track to win his 1st Cy Young and possibly his 1st MLB Triple Crown. Ben also touches on the New York Mets & Detroit Tigers playoff hopes and more.
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Ben Verlander welcomes back Hall of Famer John Smotlz to discuss the latest update from the Houston Astros on Kyle Tucker's injury, which has now been announced as a shin fracture. They also discuss who Smoltz thinks is going to claim the last NL Wildcard spot between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets & more.
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Ben Verlander talks about the news that Houston Astros' Kyle Tucker did indeed have a shin fracture. He also talks about the NL MVP race and whether or not New York Mets' Francisco Lindor can actually challenge Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in the NL MVP Race. Ben also discusses the New York Yankees' decision to not promote Jasson Dominguez and he also takes a look into the potential MLB Playoff matchups.
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Ben Verlander once again welcomes Hall of Fame John Smoltz to the show and they discuss which season they would take between Los Angeles Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani and New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge. Aaron Judge is on an unreal tear of late and Ben & Smoltz discuss who was the last hitter to have this peak. Finally, they discuss Alex Verdugo’s interesting allergies and what was the wildest superstition a teammate of Smoltz had.
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Ben Verlander discusses a very eventful week in baseball. New York Yankees' Aaron Judge is having a historic offensive season, but Ben thinks Judge is the best hitter since this MLB Hall of Famer. Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani just became the 6th player ever to reach the 40/40 club and the fastest to ever do it. Does Ben think Ohtani can reach 50/50? Ben also talks about the red hot NL West race and specifically the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks are the hottest team in MLB since June 1st, but where are they on Ben's MLB Power Rankings.
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Ben Verlander welcomes back John Smoltz to discuss whether or not Juan Soto and Aaron Judge make the New York Yankees good enough for the postseason or will their bullpen woes haunt them? They also discuss the proposed six inning minimum rule for starting pitchers and which team put themselves into another tier post MLB trade deadline & more
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Ben Verlander discusses whether or not the Pittsburgh Pirates' will shut down Paul Skenes with their playoff hopes dwindling. He also comments on the proposed six-inning rule for starting pitchers and how he thinks Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal might just win the AL Cy Young. Ben also updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings and more.
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Ben Verlander welcomes back Hall of Famer John Smoltz to Flippin' Bats. They discuss the red hot NL West Race where the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks are just 3 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ben and John also talk about the National League Rookie of the Year race that has heated up after San Diego Padres' Jackson Merrill had a RED HOT last two weeks. Then, Ben and John talked about The haunted Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee where Smoltz will be this weekend.
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Ben Verlander discusses the National League Rookie of the Year Race between Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes and San Diego Padres' Jackson Merrill after Merrill's monster week. Ben also looks at the NL West as the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres have cut into the Los Angeles Dodgers' division lead. Ben updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings & more.
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Ben Verlander welcomes back John Smoltz to discuss the Atlanta Braves' struggles during the 2nd half and if it's time to worry about the playoffs. Ben and Smoltz also talk about the NL MVP Race with Ketel Marte's hot streak and whether or not Shohei Ohtani not playing defense will hurt him in voting & more.
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Ben Verlander gets you caught up on all the latest MLB news including the 1st home run for Baltimore Orioles' Jackson Holliday, the Chicago White Sox losing 20 straight games and the no-hitter by San Francisco Giants' Blake Snell. Ben also discusses one of the wildest AL MVP races between New York Yankees' Aaron Judge & Juan Soto, Baltimore Orioles' Gunnar Henderson and Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt. Jr. All four players are projected for 10+ fWAR seasons and from 2005 to 2023 there were only four TOTAL fWAR seasons. Ben also talks about Shohei Ohtani running away with the NL MVP after just reaching 30 HR and 30 SB. Ben also updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings & more.
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Ben Verlander welcomes back John Smoltz to recap the MLB Trade Deadline. Smoltz gives his pick for the winner & loser of the MLB Trade Deadline as well as what he thinks was and will be the most impactful trade.
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Ben Verlander breaks down the electric MLB Trade Deadline and gives his Top 3 Winners & Losers. The Los Angeles Dodgers make the list for getting players to fill some of their holes & the Detroit Tigers find themselves on the list for all the wrong reasons. Who are your winners and losers?
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