Ballpark Bets: A Mariners vs Astros Special!

Kirby 3+/mariners ml +108 Welcome back to the show George Kirby. He has been dealing with shoulder inflammation, but finally makes his return to the mound. I imagine he would be on a pitch count, but getting three strikeouts seems quite doable. The Mariners winning should be very much in play. They are playing some… read more

The Human Element Under Review: Umpiring in the Modern Era

As the 2025 Major League Baseball season unfolds, the role of umpires is under unprecedented scrutiny. With the advent of technology like the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system and ongoing debates about the definition of a swing, the traditional human element of officiating is being reevaluated. The Rise of Technology in Umpiring: This spring, MLB expanded… read more

Visiting Dugout Episode 86 — Seattle Mariners

Berlin Kofoed, also known as Cube, joined Chrystal to discuss the Seattle Mariners.

A Texas Rangers podcast

The Significance of Jackie Robinson Day for Baseball and Society

Every year on April 15, Major League Baseball celebrates Jackie Robinson Day — a momentous occasion that transcends the sport itself. This day honors the legacy of Jackie Robinson, who broke the color barrier in professional baseball when he took the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. The impact of Robinson’s courage and talent… read more

Why Baseball Opening Day Should Be a National Holiday

Each year, as winter fades and spring takes hold, millions of Americans rejoice at the arrival of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day. For baseball fans, it’s more than just the first game of the season—it’s a symbol of renewal, hope, and national tradition. Yet, despite its deep cultural significance, Opening Day remains an ordinary workday… read more

2025 MLB Season Preview: Seattle Mariners Look To Return To Postseason

The Seattle Mariners ended their postseason drought in 2022. With a young roster full of talent, it seemed as though Seattle would become a staple but that has not been the case. Seattle has missed the postseason in each of the last two years and not by much. The team will be looking to change… read more

The Seattle Mariners Plan Is Not Working

There are a lot of teams to watch for in the American League heading into the 2025 season. What do the Yankees look like without Juan Soto? Did the Red Sox do enough to take the steps further? Can the Rangers stay healthy? Will the Astros free fall? There are so many questions, which makes… read more

Nobody Deserves Their Number Retired More Than Ichiro Suzuki

When you think of the Seattle Mariners, the first player that comes to mind is Ken Griffey Jr. Also, you think of Ichiro Suzuki. Both were foundational pieces for the Mariners in their tenures with the club. Griffey Jr. has his number retired and the Mariners announced that Ichiro will soon be joining him. On… read more

CC Sabathia Joins Ichiro Suzuki, Billy Wagner in Baseball Hall of Fame

Cleveland Guardians fans are marking their calendars for July 27 for a possible trip to Cooperstown, N.Y. Radio announcer Tom Hamilton will be honored with the Ford C. Frick award, and CC Sabathia will be inducted as a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Sabathia broke into the big leagues with the Cleveland Indians at the age… read more

Bold Predictions For Each AL West Team

Welcome to the early 2025 prediction series! This is not for the division winners, but just a bold prediction for every team in each division for the 2025 season. There is still more time in the winter, but for now let’s take a swan dive into these predictions. Now we take a look into the… read more

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