Episodes

  • Runner's Lane Rule Change | Ex MLB Player Called Out

    Runner's Lane Rule Change | Ex MLB Player Called Out
    Feb 1 2024

    On the season premier, we discuss the change to the runner's lane rule, and ex big leaguer Trevor Plouffe gets called out about his comments concerning the new rule. Umpire Alan Porter is featured in the first ever Behind the Mask segment.

    Show Segments:

    • This Day in Baseball History
    • Behind the Mask
    • New Rules
    • Trivia Question of the Day

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    37 mins
  • Angel Hernandez “Strikes” Again

    Angel Hernandez “Strikes” Again
    Apr 26 2022
    In this episode, I break down why Kyle Schwarber was so upset with Angel Hernandez about a pitch just off the plate.
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    12 mins
  • Why Buster Posey is NOT a HOFer

    Why Buster Posey is NOT a HOFer
    Nov 10 2021
    I break down the stats of Buster Posey’s career and explain why he doesn’t quite meet the standard of a Hall of Fame catcher
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    12 mins
  • The Real Reason Umpires Quit

    The Real Reason Umpires Quit
    Nov 4 2021
    There is a National shortage for umpires and other officials. The main reason is abuse from fans and coaches, but what if I told you it is also due to the way officials are treated from within? In this episode I talk about the way umpires treat each other as well as how umpires are treated by their superiors. I also touch on my personal situation that lead to me leaving my local Little League District
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    25 mins
  • Can Angel Hernandez Redeem Himself?

    Can Angel Hernandez Redeem Himself?
    Oct 7 2020
    Angel Hernandez will be on the plate for Game 2 of the Dodgers-Padres NLDS. Can he redeem himself and prove he belongs in the playoffs? Also, I strike back at everyone who came after me for my previous opinions about Angel Hernandez
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    26 mins
  • Angel Hernandez Assigned to NLDS

    Angel Hernandez Assigned to NLDS
    Oct 6 2020
    I give my opinion on Angel Hernandez and his assignment to the Dodgers-Padres NLDS Series
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    18 mins
  • Umpiring Different Youth Levels

    Umpiring Different Youth Levels
    Oct 1 2020
    I discuss what I do different when umpiring a lower level of youth baseball
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    16 mins
  • Rob Drakes 27 Missed Calls

    Rob Drakes 27 Missed Calls
    Sep 30 2020
    I give my personal opinion on Rob Drakes performance in the season finale between the Giants and Padres where he apparently missed 27 calls
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    19 mins